What’s a decision that changed the direction of your career?
I wouldn’t point to a single moment that changed the direction of my career. It was really a series of moments over the past decade that ultimately led me to start Paradise Inspections.
Looking back, I can see how everything played a role: every job, every opportunity, the birth of my daughter, the people I met along the way, and being raised by great parents. All of those experiences became lessons that pushed me to take a chance on myself.
I wasn’t fully prepared—I still had a lot to learn about leadership, systems, and long-term vision. But stepping out on my own forced me to grow in ways I wouldn’t have if I had stayed comfortable.
I’ve been fortunate to have mentors, colleagues, and even clients who’ve shared their knowledge and challenged me to get better. My team has also had a huge impact on the direction we’ve taken, bringing ideas, accountability, and perspectives I didn’t have on my own. And through it all, my family has kept me grounded during both the highs and the lows.
That decision didn’t just change my career—it showed me how much there is still to learn, and that’s something I carry with me every day.
What’s one skill you’re still actively working on to improve?
One skill I’m constantly working on is balance. Being able to manage work, family, and life in general isn’t easy—it’s a skill in itself.
As you grow a business, you’re faced with more and more responsibilities that didn’t exist in the beginning. While some people may not view balance as a skill, I’ve learned firsthand that creating it forces you to focus on what truly matters and clarify what you actually value.
It also teaches you to trust your team and the people around you. You can’t do everything on your own. Early on, I had the mindset of, “If you want something done right, do it yourself,” but the reality is there’s only so much time in a day, and no one person can do it all.
Working toward better balance has also reinforced something important: There’s one thing money can’t buy or replace, and that’s time. Time with family, friends, and the people you care about most. At the end of the day, that’s what really matters.
What’s a personal rule you follow in business?
A personal rule I live by is to put people first. I believe in treating others with respect, fairness, and patience—especially the people you work alongside every day. No one should ever feel like just a number or a means to an end.
I aim to create an environment where my team feels valued, heard, and motivated—not pressured or overlooked. I’m constantly working on being more present, more supportive, and more understanding of what others may be going through. Everyone has responsibilities, families, and challenges outside of work, just like I do, and that perspective matters.
A lot of this mindset comes from how I was raised and the examples set by my parents and mentors, who showed me that leadership is about service, not control. I still have plenty of room to grow in how I apply that every day, but it’s a principle I stay grounded in.
What’s one leadership quality you admire in others?
One leadership quality I truly admire is humility—the ability to lead without believing you have all the answers. I’ve been around people with far more experience than me, and what stood out wasn’t just their knowledge, but their openness to learn from others.
A lot of that perspective also comes from my parents, who worked hard their entire lives to support me, my brother, and my sister—giving us opportunities they never had and never asking for anything in return except that we grow up to be good people.
That’s something I’m still working on. It’s easy to feel like you need to have everything figured out, especially when people are looking to you for direction. But the leaders I respect most are the ones who ask questions, admit when they’re wrong, and give credit to those around them.
I’ve learned a lot from mentors, and even from my own team, who often bring perspectives I might have missed. Humility creates space for growth—not just for the leader, but for everyone involved. It’s something I strive to practice, knowing there’s always room to improve.
What’s one thing you want to be known for outside of work?
Outside of work, I want to be known as a great father and a good person—someone who shows up, provides guidance, and leads by example, just like I was raised.
My upbringing taught me the importance of being present, disciplined, and genuinely caring for others, and those are values I carry with me every day. At the same time, I know that being a great father and person isn’t something you just become—it’s something you have to work at consistently. There are moments where I know I could give more time, more patience, or more attention, and I stay mindful of that.
My goal is to keep learning, growing, and being intentional in how I show up for my daughter, my family, my friends, and my team. Business can come and go, but the impact you have at home and on the people around you lasts far longer.
I’ve been fortunate to have strong role models in my life—family members and mentors who showed me what it means to lead with love and consistency. I’m still working toward that standard, but that’s what I hope to be remembered for most.
