65. Missy Scherber | Legacy vs Lifestyle Business

65. Missy Scherber | Legacy vs Lifestyle Business

In Episode 65 of The Six Figure Exit, Carson and Gavin sit down with Missy Scherber, co-owner and operator of T. Scherber, to talk about what it really takes to build a respected construction brand in today’s world. Missy shares her journey from the nonprofit world into the excavation and demolition industry, how she and her husband Trevor helped grow T. Scherber into a nationally recognized company, and why branding, leadership, customer experience, and culture matter more now than ever in the trades. The conversation dives into the realities of scaling a business, balancing family and entrepreneurship, the future of construction, social media’s role in building trust, and how the next generation of contractors can separate themselves in a crowded market.

64. It Takes Decades Not Years

In this solo episode, Carson breaks down a truth most entrepreneurs don’t want to hear, but need to understand: the business you’re trying to build doesn’t happen in a few good years… it takes decades. He dives into the long game of entrepreneurship and why patience, consistency, and perspective are your biggest advantages. Carson shares real moments from his own journey where things felt like they were falling apart cash flow tight, projects going sideways, stress at an all time high, and how those exact moments became the turning points that led to the next level of growth. This episode is about recognizing the “breakpoints” in business, the moments where most people quit, and learning how to push through them with the right mindset. Instead of seeing challenges as signs to pull back, Carson explains how to use them as signals that you're getting closer to something bigger. If you're in a tough season, feeling the pressure, or questioning whether it's all worth it, this episode will reset your perspective and remind you why you're in the game for the long haul.

63. Sharing Wealth Builds Wealth

In this episode of The Six Figure Exit, Carson and Gavin break down why sharing the wealth with your team isn’t just the right thing to do it’s one of the smartest business decisions you can make. Too many owners try to hold onto every dollar, thinking it protects their margins. In reality, it often limits growth, creates disengaged employees, and keeps the business dependent on the owner. We dive into how aligning your team’s incentives with the company’s success can completely change the game. We talk about profit sharing, commission structures, and how giving your employees a real stake in the outcome leads to better performance, more ownership, and a stronger culture. When your team wins, your business wins and that’s how you build something that actually scales. If you want to stop micromanaging, build a team that thinks like owners, and create a business that doesn’t rely on you for everything, this episode is for you.

62. Don’t Get Buried This Spring | Win The Busy Season

Episode 62 of The Six Figure Exit is a gut-check for anyone heading into the chaos of the spring busy season. In this episode, Carson and Gavin break down one of the biggest traps business owners fall into getting buried in the day to day fires and losing sight of what actually moves the needle. When work starts piling up, it’s easy to live in reaction mode… but that’s exactly what keeps you stuck. They talk about why keeping your head up matters now more than ever, how to stay proactive when everything feels urgent, and why the most important parts of your business relationships, planning, and growth are usually the first things to get neglected. If you want to win this season, you need more than just hard work. You need structure, discipline, and protected time to focus on what actually builds your business. This episode will challenge you to: * Stop operating in constant firefighting mode * Plan ahead instead of reacting to everything * Protect your time like it’s your most valuable asset * Prioritize relationships and long-term growth even when you’re busy Because the guys who win in this industry aren’t just the busiest… they’re the most intentional.

61. Dig Deep Build Up With Evan Koehler

In Episode 61 of The Six Figure Exit, we sit down with Evan Koelher, owner of a growing excavating company, to break down what it really takes to build a profitable business in the dirt world. Evan shares how he got started, the challenges of scaling an excavation company, and the lessons he’s learned navigating jobs, equipment, and crews. We dive into real numbers, decision-making under pressure, and what separates contractors who stay small from those who build serious, scalable operations. If you’re in excavation, landscaping, or any blue-collar trade, this episode is packed with insights on pricing jobs, managing risk, buying equipment, and building a business that actually produces profit—not just revenue. This is a raw, real conversation about what it takes to go from operator to owner.