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From Gym Floors to HVAC Superstar: Tyler Dixon’s Leap Into Trades Sales

Ready for a real-world success story that proves the trades are wide open for ambitious go-getters? On this episode of Catalyst, hosts Jennifer Bagley and Chuck Staszkiewicz welcome Darren Dixon, an HVAC industry legend, and his son, Tyler Dixon, who swapped college plans for a fast-track sales career in home services. Tyler shares his path from general manager of a fitness club to high-performing comfort advisor at DND Air, breaking six-figure income before age 22—all thanks to tech-forward processes, strong mentorship, and a relentless drive to connect with customers.

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