Episode 353 - This CEO Built a $1B Company In 5 Years Without Compromising His Faith | Bill Yeargin
Faith Driven EntrepreneurShow Notes
Join host Justin Forman for a milestone conversation with Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft, as they celebrate the company's 100th anniversary. From refusing bribes that led to bankruptcy, to refusing to work Sundays during WWII, to growing from a $39 million company facing the Great Recession to surpassing $1 billion—this is a masterclass in values-driven leadership that stands the test of time. Bill shares the dramatic "God moments" that convinced him to become the fifth CEO in five years ...
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