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Ken Fielding, founder of Ponderosa Garage Doors, for a down-to-earth conversation on family, faith in business, and building something that lasts. 🧰👨‍👧‍👦🏡

Ken shares his incredible journey—from selling meat door-to-door to running a successful, family-operated garage door company in the greater Portland area for over 30 years. Along the way, he opens up about the values that shaped him: trusting his team, leading with integrity, and keeping family at the heart of the business.

This episode is about more than just entrepreneurship—it’s about legacy, leadership, and learning to overcome fear while staying grounded in what matters most. Tune in for a story full of practical wisdom, hard-won lessons, and a whole lot of heart.

00:00 - Intro

00:28 - Welcoming Mr. Ken Fielding

00:53 - The Ponderosa Story Begins

02:36 - From Meat Sales to Garage Doors

03:48 - Family and Business Values

05:47 - Challenges and Successes

08:10 - The Turning Point

09:43 - Family Involvement in Business

14:47 - Customer Experience and Values

28:19 - The Garage Door Incident

39:19 - The Importance of Humility and Teachability

40:15 - Staying Nimble in Life and Business

40:38 - Protecting People and Property

41:58 - Addressing Issues Head-On

42:50 - Embracing Failure as a Path to Success

43:25 - Core Values in Family and Business

52:23 - Balancing Family and Business Roles

01:02:08 - Trust and Delegation in Business Growth

01:07:40 - The Dangers of Garage Door Springs

01:09:16 - Final Thoughts and Personal Reflections

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