Ep59 Rick Lagore InTek Freight

In this episode, Matt Nettleton interviews Rick LaGore, CEO and co-founder of Intek, a logistics company. Rick shares his journey of starting and growing his business, emphasizing the importance of complementary skill sets and having a shared vision and values with his business partner. He discusses the challenges of bootstrapping the business and the need for profitability in the logistics industry. Rick also highlights the importance of saying no to opportunities that don't align with the core focus of the business. He concludes by emphasizing the need for patience, resilience, and a focus on building and creating value for customers and the community. Takeaways Having complementary skill sets and a shared vision and values with your business partner is crucial for success. Bootstrapping a business in the logistics industry requires a focus on profitability and efficient cash flow management. Saying no to opportunities that don't align with the core focus of the business is essential for long-term success. Building a business takes time, patience, and resilience, and it's important to find outlets to relieve stress along the way. You can learn more about Rick on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricklagore/  and more about InTek at http://www.intekfreight-logistics.com/