Cole Attaway
Cole Attaway is the CEO of Spike Electric Controls, and CEO of Spike Fabrications.
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About Cole Attaway
Cole Attaway is the founder of Spike Electric Controls, and Spike Fabrication Services — all multimillion-dollar companies. He started, however, as an entrepreneur with humble beginnings.
Beginning in the industrial refineries of Houston, Texas, Attaway quickly developed skills in sales management, sales training, and industrial electrical manufacturing. With a dream of owning his own business, he started his first business with $10,000, a storage facility, and faith that he would succeed. Working 14-hour days every day of the week, he was able to hire his first employee within the first 60 days in business.
Robert Hodson, the now-president of Spike Electric, gave Attaway his first purchase order. He would later partner up with Cole and invest everything he had, including mortgaging his own home, to help Spike Electric become the successful company it is today.
Attaway and Hodson, along with Francisco Gomez and Terry Hodson, are now all partners in Spike Electric, a multimillion-dollar business with more than 60 employees and two locations. It has spread across the nation with a unique, new business model that is serving distributors and industrial contractors alike. They know that something bigger than themselves brought them together.
Attaway strives to be a servant leader in his career and in his home. He is a family man, working first for God and then for his family, which are the two most important things in his life.
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The Power of Childlike Attractiveness: Embracing a Spirit of Joy and Humility
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The Power of Belief: Vision, Thought, and Action
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Inspiration & Skills
Work as if you are working for something bigger than yourself — not for wealth, but to serve others. Wealth is a byproduct of making others wealthy.
Having a dream is not enough, you must put the work in to be successful or your dream will die.
Skilled in New Business Development
With interest and skill in new business development, Cole has founded Spike Electric and Spike Fabrication.
Skilled in Customer Service
Customer service is Cole’s number one priority. He takes care of his customers and delivers products on-time every day. Rush and custom jobs are no issue for Cole and his Spike Electric team.
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10 Core Agreements to Visionary Leadership
The Power of Belief: Vision, Thought, and Action
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- Your thoughts create your reality. Focus your mind on success, abundance, and positivity.
- Develop a burning desire for achievement, fueled by clarity of purpose and unwavering belief in your goals.
- Believe in the outcome you desire, visualize it with clarity, and take inspired action to manifest it.
- Always have a clear vision for the future and align your actions with it.
- Understand that first-time mistakes are not failures but opportunities to learn and grow.
- Anticipate challenges and innovate proactively to stay ahead.
- Combine intention with persistent action—success is the result of consistent effort and mental resilience.
- Scripture Reference: Proverbs 23:7 – “For as he thinks in his heart, so is he.”
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Manners Matter: Win Friends and Influence People
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- Show respect, courtesy, and gratitude in all interactions.
- A positive attitude and well-mannered approach open doors.
- The way you treat others reflects your character and builds lasting relationships.
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The Key to Success: Build Strong Relationships
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- Building relationships is the cornerstone of success; your transactions depend on your connections with others.
- Invest in meaningful interactions and cultivate trust, as genuine connections lead to lasting opportunities.
- Strong networks create a foundation for growth, collaboration, and shared achievements.
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Be Impeccable with Your Word
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- Speak with integrity and professionalism.
- Say what you mean and follow through on your promises.
- Avoid gossip, negativity, or misleading others.
- Use your words to build trust and inspire action.
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Don’t Make Assumptions
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- Add in one Assume nothing and communicate openly to avoid misunderstandings.
- Clear communication is the foundation of successful collaboration.
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Don’t Take Anything Personally
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- Separate business from emotions. Business decisions are not personal.
- Recognize that others’ actions are based on their perspectives, not a reflection of you.
- Stay focused on your goals and avoid letting emotions cloud your judgment.
- Never shift blame or try to make others feel bad for your own shortcomings. Take ownership of your actions and view mistakes as opportunities to grow and improve. Gratitude for lessons learned is the foundation of progress.
- Treat criticism as a tool for improvement. Listen carefully for insights that can help you grow, and let go of feedback that doesn’t serve your development. A growth mindset turns challenges into strengths.
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Always Do Your Best
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- Strive for excellence in every task, no matter how small.
- Your best effort might vary day-to-day, but consistency builds respect.
- Avoid shortcuts that compromise quality or integrity.
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Commit to Strategic Thinking
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- Strategy is about making deliberate choices that define your unique position and competitive advantage.
- Focus on long-term goals while adapting to changing environments.
- Balance efficiency with innovation, always aiming to create value and sustain growth.
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Take Regular Inventory
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- A business that doesn’t take regular inventory risks going bankrupt.
- Conduct physical inventory to track assets and resources.
- Evaluate your team’s performance and alignment with goals.
- Take inventory of goals and plans: assess progress and ensure strategies remain effective.
- Monitor your income versus costs—never spend more than you make, and operate only with the resources you currently have.
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Carry the Message & Help Others
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- Selfishly keeping the things you’ve gained creates misery. Share the lessons, resources, and knowledge you’ve acquired with others.
- Helping others succeed not only transforms their lives but brings meaning and fulfillment to your own.
- Always be willing to mentor, guide, and inspire—your greatest success is measured by the impact you make.
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Cole Attaway with Spike Electric
Cole is the CEO of Spike Electric Controls. Surrounded by a strong leadership team, Cole and his team have created a vibrant company with the expertise and equipment to handle virtually any electrical gear need.