Today on the show we’re talking with a true service-industry staple: Marty Salliss, the owner and driving force behind Salliss Plumbing & Heating — a London, Ontario business that’s been keeping taps running and furnaces firing for over two decades.

Since launching back in 2001, Marty has grown Salliss Plumbing & Heating into one of the most trusted names in plumbing, HVAC and emergency repair in the region, with a reputation for showing up, doing the work right, and treating every customer like they matter.

In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to run a hands-on trades business in a competitive market, how customer service and honesty have shaped his company culture, and why thinking differently — even about something as mundane as a service van — can lead to big gains. We also learn something very interesting about Marty that many may not know - his community service as an Auxiliary Member of the OPP is next level!

Stick around — Marty brings practical wisdom, real-world grit, and a little unexpected tech to the table.

We are so excited to have Sabina Manji on the pod!!!

Sabina, is the editor and publisher of The Mom & Caregiver in London, Ont. She is also host of the Really Authentic Women RAW Podcast, the podcast for Really Authentic Women & Men alike!

A lifelong Londoner, an irrepressible entrepreneur, and also a committed volunteer with Lexus of London Golf Classic, her infectious energy and engaging personality has always been in her heart to give and support others❤️.

Get ready for a great dose of positivity and motivation!!

In this solo episode, Ryan gets real about the parts of entrepreneurship most people never talk about. He shares the messy, non‑linear path from corporate life to running his own marketing agency — including building a business around himself (“I built a company around me… and I couldn’t scale”), losing a friendship over a failed app, and realizing that passion without market demand is “just an expensive hobby.” This is the raw, unfiltered version of entrepreneurship you won’t find on Instagram.

Ryan breaks down the emotional and practical challenges founders face: the imbalance between work and family, the loneliness of early‑stage building, and the constant uncertainty that comes with leaving a predictable 9‑to‑5. He explains why entrepreneurship is responsibility first, why you’ll question yourself constantly, and why understanding your TAM (total addressable market) might save you years of frustration.

If you’re thinking about starting a business — or you’re already in the grind and wondering if what you’re feeling is normal — this episode gives you a look around the corners. It’s honest, relatable, and packed with lessons from someone who’s lived every stage of the journey.