"Getting A Grip" is a brand new show for Michigan Business Network, hosted by long-time MBN contributor Michael Maddox. Presented below is Episode 8!

In this weekly program Mike will focus on helping entrepreneurs end the chaos. Through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) we highlight ways that business owners can clarify their vision, gain traction, and increase team health.

This week's guest Ryan Henderson, Owner/President AC&E RENTALS INC, Okemos, and Grand Ledge, MI.

Hear Ryan and Mike discuss his company, EOS impact, entrepreneurism, and the tools that make EOS work, and more in the SoundCloud PodCast shared below!

More about Ryan, and his company: 

Ryan Henderson

Owner/President AC&E RENTALS INC

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AC&E Rentals Inc. was established in 1967 in Okemos, MI by Charles and Edna Withrow.  In 1989 AC&E Rentals was aquired by David Henderson who was the owner/operator of Helping Hand Rental and Storage (est. 1985) in Grand Ledge, MI.  After the aquisition Henderson phased out the Helping Hand Rentals name and operated both locations under the AC&E Rentals Inc.   Mr. Henderson retired and sold the business to his son, Ryan Henderson, in 2004.

AC&E Rentals is always adding new equipment, with products that best serve our customer.     Renting to homeowners, as well as small to mid-size contractors has always been our business model and niche in the marketplace and will continue to do so in the future.  The rental industry has changed significantly in the last 25 years, but we embrace the change and can’t wait for what tomorrow may bring.

Currently AC&E Rentals has locations in Okemos and Grand Ledge, MI.  We offer equipment rentals to the Do-It-Yourself, professional contractors in the Lansing, MI market.  Additionally, we rent portable restrooms for construction sites and for special events.  Our Grand Ledge location features a self storage facility with 353 units.  We strive to provide modern and well maintained rental equipment, portable restrooms that are reliable and easy to use for each customer.

Here's a synopsis of this week's episode:

Tell us about AC&E?

*Purpose, Cause and Passion

*Core Values

How has EOS Impacted AC&E?

*What to do when stuck- hitting the ceiling

*Grow or Die

In what ways has EOS had a personal impact for you?

*Ability to dream again

*Remove the burden and weight

What advice would you give to entrepreneurs considering EOS?

*The importance of hiring a professional EOS Implementer

What advice would you give to companies just beginning their EOS journey

*Using the tools and practicing fundamentals

What EOS Tools have you found the most impactful? (5-5-5, People analyzer, GWC, Clarity breaks, delegate to elevate, L10 meeting, etc)?

*Accountability Chart

*L10 meetings

*I also like to ask guests to share a motivational movie scene, poem, song – something that gets them fired up!

*Practicing Fundamentals and commitment to excellence- Nick Saban