In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Author, Speaker, Small Business Adviser & Entrepreneur of Aucoin Business Coaching, Paul Aucoin. Connecting with Paul can be valuable for individuals and businesses seeking their full potential. With his unique blend of engineering, construction, sales, and business ownership expertise, Paul provides insights to drive business growth. As the founder of a company he grew from a basement startup to a $15M business, his proven track record can offer valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. His work at BusinessPartner4Hire and proficiency in TTI Success Insights tools demonstrate his commitment to personal and professional development. If you're looking for a coach who doesn't just advise but partners with you in your journey, Paul's approach could be the resource you need.   About Paul Aucoin: Paul is a professional engineer and author who graduated from Concordia University and started his career at The Trane Company. He's known for establishing HVAC Systems and Solutions Ltd in 1999, growing it from a basement startup to a $15M company before selling it in 2015. His book, "Bulletproof Your Mindset. Think Like a Business Owner," was published in 2021. Aucoin serves as the lead advisor at BusinessPartner4Hire.com, offering advice and personal coaching to small business owners. He was a member and facilitator at The Alternative Board for 14 years, facilitating inter-industry collaborations. Aucoin is a TTI VAA and a Certified Professional Analyst of DISC, Driving Forces, and EQ Assessments.   About Aucoin Business Coaching: Aucoin Business Coaching is the brainchild of Paul, reflecting his lifelong passion for helping individuals and businesses achieve their full potential. Although he doesn't become a formal business partner, Aucoin's value-oriented approach emulates one. He brings a unique perspective, combining engineering, construction, sales, and business ownership experiences to elevate businesses. He introduces the tools of TTI Success Insights, which he successfully implemented at his previous company, HVAC Systems. This approach allowed all 23 employees to leverage these tools for growth.   Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guest Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out Aucoin Business Coaching website at https://paulaucoin.com/ Check out Aucoin Business Coaching on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/aucoin-business-coaching/ Check out Paul Aucoin on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-c-aucoin-18b1231a/?originalSubdomain=ca Check out Paul Aucoin on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aucoin.paul/   Don’t forget to subscribe to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur and thank you for listening. Tune in next time!   More from UpMyInfluence: We are actively booking guests for our The Thoughtful Entrepreneur. Schedule HERE. Are you a 6-figure consultant? I’ve got high-level intros for you. Learn more here. What is your #1 Lead Generation BLOCKER? Take my free quiz here. Want to learn more about all the podcasts managed by UpMyInfluence? Opt in here.