Ron Bylo: The Full-Time FAA Specialist Who Built an Excavation Business on the Side

Would you leave a secure federal job to go all in on your excavation business?In this episode of the Skid Steer Nation Podcast, Ron Bylo shares how he built Bylo Acres Excavation and Grading from the ground up—while still working full-time for the FAA maintaining air traffic control systems. After four years of balancing both careers, working 70+ hours a week, and never taking a draw from the business, Ron is finally ready to take the leap into full-time excavation.If you’re on the fence about going all in on your business, this episode is packed with real-world insight on what it takes to make the transition.Key Insights:✅ The Unconventional Start – How Ron went from Air Force aircraft maintenance to running excavation projects in Missouri.✅ Balancing a Full-Time Job & Business Growth – What it really took to juggle both careers—and what finally convinced him to quit his federal job.✅ The Marketing Strategy That Built a Booked-Out Business – Why Google reviews and a simple approach to branding made all the difference.✅ How to Lock in Recurring Work – The secret to turning HOA road grading into a predictable revenue stream.Why This Episode Matters:If you’re an operator wondering when to take your business full-time or struggling to get consistent work in a new area, Ron’s journey will give you the confidence and strategy to make it happen.🔗 Connect with Success: 👉 Visit Bylo Acres Excavation & Grading website: https://www.byloacres.com/ 👉 Skid Steer Nation: Your go-to destination for American-made skid steer attachments: https://skidsteernation.com 👉 Throttled Up Marketing: Struggling to get your excavation or land service business noticed? Learn how to rank on Google, build a brand, and generate real leads at https://www.getthrottledup.comJoin us next week as we bring you more insights from professionals shaping the excavation industry!