Episode 62: Jargon, The Best Sleeping Pill - Special Guest: Gene Slade of Lead Ninja System
In today’s show, we are putting Gene Slade in your passenger seat to discuss jargon, self-believe, and so much more. Gene Slade is the owner of multiple companies including Lead Ninja System and specializes in the group and individual training of HVAC technicians, plumbers, and electricians across the country. Soon eclipsing seven years in the training sphere, Gene is no stranger…
Episode 61: From Opportunity Taker to Opportunity Maker - Special Guest: Matt Buckwalter of One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
In today’s show, we are putting Matt Buckwalter in your passenger seat to discuss opportunities. Matt’s story is one of both seizing the opportunity presented to him and in turn providing opportunity to others. Matt grew up in humble means in the town of Lancaster, PA and found his way into the trades through a fortuitous meeting. Starting his career in HVAC as a comfort advisor, Matt quickly…
Episode 60: More Than A Dispatcher - Special Guest: Kevin Oliver of Yes! Air Conditioning and Plumbing
In today’s show, we are putting Kevin Oliver in your passenger seat or probably more likely in your ear as we discuss dispatching and more. Dispatching is a critical piece to any home services company and the impact of the dispatching role cannot be overlooked. A dispatcher more than perhaps any other employee in the company knows the “pulse” of the day and the technicians. He or she knows if Frank is having a tough stretch, if the revenue goal…
Episode 59: Get Yourself Moving! - Special Guest: Ivan Cholakov of Jacked Dads and Spartan Dad Training Program
In today’s show, we are putting Ivan Cholakov in your passenger seat discussing how staying fit and eating healthy can have big impact on your future career. Ivan immigrated to the United States from Bulgaria in 2012, as a certified strength and conditioning specialist and nutritionist. As creator of the Spartan Dad Training Program, Ivan personally coaches…
Episode 58: Traction Is For More Than Tires - Special Guest: Mike Paton of EOS Worldwide
In today’s show, we are putting Mike Paton in your passenger seat discussing the Entrepreneurial Operating System, Traction, Get and Grip, and much more. The Entrepreneurial Operating System, better known as EOS is an organizational structure to help businesses work efficiently and effectively. The six components detailed within its program dive into major areas of the business that are sometimes overlooked…
Episode 57: Leading with Authority - Special Guest: Rob Weddle of Authority Brands
In today’s show, we are putting Rob Weddle in your passenger seat discussing his role in leading one of the biggest home services providers in the country. Rob serves as the CEO of Authority Brands and provides operational guidance for the ten portfolio brands under the umbrella including One Hour Heating…
Episode 56: Eat More Animals - Special Guest: Chris Irvin the Ketologist of Perfect Keto
In today’s show, we are putting Chris Irvin in your passenger seat talking about the subjects of healthy living and the KETO diet. Before you tune out, think about the last three meals that you have had (assuming you didn’t skip one) and ask yourself it what you ate was really the best for your body. There is no secret that the home services industry is a tough gig…
Episode 55: Fantasy Draft Your Team - Special Guest: Lance Sinclair of Authority Brands
In today’s show, we are putting Lance Sinclair in your passenger seat talking about the subjects of recruiting and retainment. Every employee of a company is an ambassador to new potential hires. We all have the ability to recruit in our own circle of influence and in turn begin assembling the team that we really want around us. Just like a coach selects specific players to be on his team, so we can begin drafting the next MVP for ours…
Episode 54: The Power of Negotiation - Special Guest: Brandon Voss of the Black Swan Group
In today’s show, we interview special guest Brandon Voss of the Black Swan Group. Brandon is an expert trainer, coach, and thought leader serving as president of the Black Swan Group. Starting his entrepreneurial spirit at a young age detailing yachts at 14, Brandon gained diversity of experience eventually adapting the FBI’s hostage negotiation techniques…
Episode 53: Owning Your Own Future - Special Guest: Dave Pomales of One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
In today’s show, we interview special guest Dave Pomales of One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning in Pleasantville, NJ. Dave has been in the trades for over two decades across multiple states on the east coast. His is a story…
Episode 52: Stop Wasting the Money You’re Making - Special Guest: George Kamel of Ramsey Solutions
In today’s show, we interview special guest George Kamal of Ramsey Solutions on the topic of money management. George has served on the Ramsey team for 8 years and hosts popular podcasts The Fine Print and EntreLeadership. As a personality with the Ramsey team George also hosts…
Episode 51: Connecting With People - Special Guest: Chris Crew
In today’s show, we interview special guest Chris Crew on the topic of connecting with people. Chris serves as the president of The Blue Collar Success Group and focuses his time on training companies to accelerate their path to success. Before joining BCSG, Chris spent years in the trades as an electrician…
Episode 50: Finding the Quitter - Special Guest: Tim Kennedy
In today’s show, we interview special guest Tim Kennedy on finding the quitter. Tim needs little introduction. He is a Master Sergeant with the US Army Green Berets and a Special Forces sniper with multiple combat deployments throughout the middle east. He is a former professional mixed martial…
Episode 49: The Future of the Trades - Special Guest: Mark Dawson
In today’s show, we interview special guest Mark Dawson on the future of the trades. As a longtime entrepreneur, Mark has owned and operated multiple businesses across the years. Currently, Mark serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Mister Sparky Electric, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning…
Episode 48: Sharpening Your Skills with Success Academy - Special Guest: Matt Brewer
In today’s show, we interview special guest Matt Brewer about Success Academy. Matt serves as the program manager for Success Academy, the training arm of Clockwork Home Services. In this role he oversees development and implementation of hundreds of training courses to over 350 franchise…
Episode 46: Master Series - The Power of a Process - Special Guest: Jason Walker
In today’s show, we interview special guest Jason Walker on the power of a process. Jason started in the HVAC industry in 2010, starting as a warehouse shop cleaner. A powerful work ethic and person drive propelled him quickly through the ranks to duct cleaner, install helper, parts manager, and eventually comfort advisor. In his first year…
Episode 45: Master Series - Getting Paid For What You Know - Special Guest: Weldon Long
In today’s show, we interview special guest Weldon Long on the topic of getting paid for what you know. Weldon Long spent 25 years living on the streets. He’s been to prison three times and was a self-proclaimed loser; but that’s not where the story ends. Gaining his BS and MBA degrees…
BONUS EPISODE 45: Money Matters - Crypto Investing - Special Guests: Tyler Zimmerman and Eric Anderson
In today’s show, we interview special guests Eric Anderson and Tyler Zimmerman on the subject of cryptocurrency investing. Eric is a friend of the show while Tyler serves as an HVAC technician for One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning in Lancaster, PA. Both guests have been investing in digital assets for years and bring their stories and experiences on the quickly growing field of cryptocurrency. Crypto’s are already…
Episode 44: Master Series - Helping Other People Get What They Want - Special Guest: Gene Slade
In today’s show, we interview special guest Gene Slade on the topic of helping other people get what they want. Gene has been in the industry for year both on the tech side and ownership. While still in business, his primary focus now is helping technicians, plumbers, and electricians realize the true…
Episode 43: Master Series - Fear Words - Special Guest: Tom Hopkins
In today’s show, we interview special guest Tom Hopkins about fear words. World-renowned as THE Builder of Sales Champions, Tom Hopkins’ practical, yet powerful selling strategies have made the careers of literally millions of sales professionals. Tom has been teaching via live and online events, recorded audios and videos, and through his books for over 40 years. His classic book, “How to Master the Art of Selling” is dog-eared…