Turning “No” Into “How” - Amanda Stone

The Decision by EO Nashville

Amanda Stone is the Founder and General Contractor at Palmingo Pools, a design and build pool contractor specializing in plunge, fiberglass, and stock tank pools. After struggling to find a suitable pool option for her sloped backyard, Amanda received her contractor’s license and launched a pool company. She is also the Co-owner of Perch, a women-owned roofing company.

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Entrepreneurs are known for their adaptability and resilience, with some making multiple career changes throughout their professional lives. How can you navigate the ebbs and flows of entrepreneurship while finding satisfaction in your career?

As a child, versatile entrepreneur Amanda Stone had her heart set on the events industry after witnessing her parents acquire and manage motels. She enjoyed the fast-paced, people-centered nature of the business and found motivation in managing multiple projects simultaneously. After the pandemic shifted her priorities, Amanda entered the construction industry and noticed similarities in the skill sets between the two industries. Although switching careers and balancing work and life may feel overwhelming, Amanda maintains that the right career fit won’t be a burden and advises making space for the priorities that matter most.

In this week’s episode of The Decision, Eric Jackson and Robert Hartline welcome Amanda Stone, the Founder and General Contractor at Palmingo Pools, to discuss her career shift. Amanda shares advice for gaining value from EO, how she balances motherhood with entrepreneurship, and how her internship shaped her entrepreneurial spirit.