Thomas Fiordelisi owns and operates Mr. Handyman of North Oklahoma City and Edmond. He is a resident of Edmond, OK. After 27 years in the U.S. Air Force, Tom opened a business that serves the community by providing a much-needed skill in the home repair industry. He realized that people in the North Oklahoma City and Edmond area are focused on their jobs and families and frequently do not have the time, tools, or skills to complete simple to complex home repair tasks. They want to, but they just cannot get to it all.
He also realized that people in the area are smart and understand that their home is their biggest investment. It is critical to maintain the value of this investment through timely maintenance and improvement activities—guaranteeing work done right and on time.
As a U.S. Air Force leader of aircraft maintenance organizations, Tom gained insight into guiding and serving the needs of those around him. Leadership is the art and science of influencing others toward a common goal. He is honored to have served our nation and continues to do so in the Oklahoma City and Edmond community.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- That leadership shaped in military service translates into building and running a successful community-focused business.
- How servant leadership and integrity create trust and long-term relationships with residential and commercial customers.
- Why adopting a “teach them to fish” mindset empowers clients to solve problems independently and confidently.
- That faith-based discipline and daily scripture reading can shape resilient leadership and personal transformation.
- How mentors and pivotal life guidance can redirect careers toward purpose-driven entrepreneurship and growth.
- Why consistent home maintenance expertise protects homeowners’ biggest investment and preserves long-term property value.
- That humor can strengthen customer relationships while reinforcing a values-driven service culture.
- How military precision and operational discipline improve business systems, reliability, and on-time service delivery.
- Why community stewardship and service mindset create lasting impact beyond home repairs and business operations.
They served their country, and now they’re building something just as powerful.
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