How A Wall Street Executive Built His Own Glass Business | Ep.149 | Chad Shepler

How A Wall Street Executive Built His Own Glass Business About Our Guests: Chad Shepler, owner of Gatsby Glass of South Austin, made a bold shift from architecture to running a custom glass installation business. As a father, Chad is dedicated to teaching his children the importance of grit, resilience, and hard work. His personal experiences—including a near-drowning incident as a child—have shaped his perspective on life and success. Beyond business, Chad finds joy in smoking barbecue and balancing family life with his passion for leadership and innovation. Thanks for watching! Takeaways: Chad transitioned from architecture to owning a small business. He emphasizes the importance of being present as a parent. Success is not defined by working long hours. Teaching grit to children is crucial for their development. Chad believes in the value of quitting books that don't resonate. He enjoys smoking barbecue as a hobby. Chad's experience with drowning as a child shaped his perspective on life. He aims to show his kids that hard work is necessary for success. Chad values empathy and understanding in leadership. 🔗 CONNECT WITH CHAD 👥 Chad's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadshepler/ 💻 Website:https://www.gatsbyglass.com/south-austin-tx/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X : https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website : https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show 🎙 ABOUT OUR HOST Young Han is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, investor, business coach and parent who is widely recognized for his expertise in helping small business owners reach their first 1 million dollar milestone in annual revenues. Having started 6 businesses before the age of 30, and currently operating 8 of his own businesses, while coaching dozens; Young uses his deep understanding of operations and growth to empower fellow business owners to unlock their full potential.