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Episode 130

How to Break Out of the Owner Operator TrapWith Aaron Hines of Darden-Hines Design + Build

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Aaron Hines grew up on construction sites learning the trade from his grandfather before ever imagining he would run a remodeling company. Today he leads Dallas-based Darden Hines Design + Build, delivering projects that range from whole home remodels to swimming pools. In this powerful conversation, Aaron shares the lessons that reshaped how he runs his business and how he thinks about leadership. He reveals the mindset shifts that helped him break out of the owner operator trap and build a company designed to grow far beyond the owner.

In this episode you will learn:

  • How Aaron built a community of industry peers who challenge him and support his growth
  • The approach he uses to turn everyday decisions into processes his team can follow
  • How Aaron forecasts the direction of his business so he can plan the future with confidence
  • The way Aaron celebrates wins inside his company and why it fuels long term momentum
  • The best piece of business advice Aaron has received and how it shaped the way he leads

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