Colby Rasplicka took over his family's 34-year-old windshield repair business with one major condition from his dad: he had to buy it. Now, he's transforming a traditional trade by embracing the complex technology that makes a simple repair cost over $1000 and navigating the challenges of a new era of entrepreneurship.In this episode, Colby shares the unfiltered story of his journey from a college student at UCCS to the president of Carefree Windshield Repair. He reveals the critical importance of mentorship, the pressure of innovation, and the mindset required to build a lasting legacy without burning out. This is a masterclass in strategy, grit, and the future of skilled trades.► Find Colby and Carefree Windshield Repair:Website: https://carefreewindshieldrepair.com/Location: 1501 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, COInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carefree_windshield_repair/Listen to the full COS Business Podcast episode:► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbg&nd=1&dlsi=6a5996bc19e449b4► Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/colorado-springs-business-podcast/id1492740546CONNECT WITH US:► Website: https://cosbizpodcast.com/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COSBusinessPodcast🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:EnviroLawn: https://www.envirolawn.net/Pioneer Rodeo: https://www.pioneerrodeo.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ProLift Garage Doors: Lifting Your Expectations. https://www.proliftdoors.com/Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Epoch Eyewear: Timeless Quality, Modern Edge. https://epocheyewear.com/ HomeDay : https://gethomeday.com/ Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Cars Helping Charities: https://carshelpingcharities.org/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/
