In this episode, Matt Nettleton interviews Chris Reed, owner of Creed Improvements, a general contracting company. They discuss Chris’s journey of starting and growing his business, as well as the lessons he has learned along the way. 
 

Chris Reed also known as Captain Selfie is the President of Creed Improvements a contract builder of decks, pergolas, porches and basement finishing. He is the founder of Sparks a networking event series that has run for over a decade that features short TED inspired talks. Additionally, he has spent almost a decade serving as an outsourced CMO for small businesses in Indianapolis area.

You can find Chris Reed on LinkedIn and Facebook. You can also visit http://www.captainselfie.com

Chris recommends the following books; The Four Agreements, Think and Grow Rich, and anything written by Brene Brown, Seth Godin, Gary V and Rob Bell.

Takeaways

• Starting a business requires preparation, belief in oneself, and the ability to weather the challenges of the first few years.
• Market focus and niche specialization can help a business stand out and attract customers.
• Building strong relationships and networking are crucial for business success.
• The experience and satisfaction of customers should be a top priority for any business.

you can learn more about Chris on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherdalereed/ and you can also visit http://www.captainselfie.com