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Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from


    • May 6, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 64 EPISODES


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    64 - TBCE - Keith Callaway, K&L Industries

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 37:05


    Keith Callaway is an incredible human with a lifetime of experience in faith, family, and business. We catch up on the podcast to chat about employees and more. Their website: https://www.kandlindustries.com/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Get a FREE email script for reaching out to Realtors or Property Managers for Junk Removal: https://realtorscript.bluecrocus.ca/realtorscriptjunk Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrocussolutions Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    63 - TBCE - Joseph Lambert, Joseph's Junk Removal, Atlanta Georgia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 39:18


    What a fascinating discussion with a young entrepreneur who is going places! 20 yrs old ➡️ 25 employees, 4100+ jobs, 6 trucks Couple of the topics we touch on: - Marketing for junk removal businesses - Hiring/Managing People Website: https://josephsjunkremoval.com Book a call with Joseph: https://calendly.com/josephlambert/1-hour-consulting-call ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    62 - TBCE - Joseph Martinez, Chris Benson, Jonathen Schafer of Vets Haul Junk Removal

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 55:01


    Joseph Martinez and Co of Vets Haul Junk Removal chat about the journey in junk removal. Some REALLY good tips in here for any business owner, but especially for junk removal business owners. We discussed these points and more: - How "Junk Removal Therapy" saved Joseph on his return to civilian life - Their belief that not every customer is destined to be theirs - There is MORE than enough business out there for everyone. Play your own game. - Branding and brand positioning - We are not in the junk removal business as much as we are in the relationship business - Troops Haul Junk NEW FRANCHISE - https://vetshauljunk.com/become-a-local-owner/ Visit their Website: http://vetshauljunk.com/ New Franchise Website (Troops Haul Junk): https://troopshauljunk.com/ Visit Vets Haul Junk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7AOvuFrZ_IZriZU9kOcITQ Vets Haul Junk FB Page: ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    61 - TBCE - Taylor Chastain - How the Toilet People started a journey - Up Up and Away Junk Hauling

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 47:41


    Taylor Chastain, the owner of Up Up and Away Junk Hauling has had a fun journey in Junk Removal and it all started with the "toilet people" offering for him to use their trailer. Tune in to hear the story! From Taylor: "I get asked this question all the time. People ask me, "Taylor, how did you start junk hauling?" And the story is really simple. When I was 17, I was in high school and I was doing a little bit of landscaping, just trying to make some money. My dad had a landscaping gig as his first job and he's always been an entrepreneur. So I figured I could start there. I realized pretty quickly that I hate landscaping. But I had one of my landscaping clients reach out to me and they said they just had all their toilets redone and they asked if I could take them to the dump. I said, "great, where's the dump?" They told me where it was and told me they would give me 20 bucks to pay for the dump fees and buy my lunch. 17 year old Taylor said, Sign me up. So I loaded up pulled into the transfer station, backed the trailer in, and threw the toilets on the ground. Guess what!? They shattered into tiny pieces. My first thought was, that was FUN. My second thought was, I bet I could get paid for that. So I finished off the year for my landscape clients, but since then it has been all about the junk. That was eight years ago. I was in a $1,500 beat up pickup truck and I borrowed a trailer from the toilet family to be able to use for hauling. The agreement was that I would dump it wherever they filled it and if I did that I could use it whenever I wanted. So that's how I got started, and now I'm so thankful to be where I'm at now with crews and trucks and all that sort of stuff. It really has been awesome. Every step of the way I feel like God's provided and open doors and my family and friends have been awesome and supportive. It's great to be able to be doing 20 and 30 jobs a week and helping a lot of people." Find Up Up and Away Junk Hauling on the Web: https://www.upupandawayjunk.com Up Up and Away Junk Hauling is based in Kennesaw Georgia and services the Atlanta Metro area with Junk removal and hauling services. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    60 - TBCE - Interview with Nathan Schweid, Owner of The Junk Trunk in Denver Colorado

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 35:11


    Nathan is a Colorado Native and started The Junk Trunk 5 years ago out of his dads Ford Ranger and has grown it to a 5 truck fleet and 20 employees, a warehouse/office space, and a second hand store. In this episode we chat about different marketing methods for junk removal companies. Jump on in, enjoy the interview! Find them online: Google business Listing: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=4774316954232191533 Website: https://thejunktrunkco.com/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    59 - TBCE - Neil Burchill - inSight Nutrition/Lifestyle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 61:05


    Neil Burchill is powerfully human like many of us. He grew up struggling with his weight, eating disorders, a speech impediment and more and went on to serve in the armed forces and as a firefighter as well. Because of his history, Neil brings a unique approach to wellness. Newflash. It's not just about food. Tune in to find out more. We talk about dumpster diving to get more chips to drown his emotional pain, running at 3am in the morning to lose more weight and not let anyone see him, storming into the fire department in his pajamas, and then realizing that his work as a firefighter was always too late. Check out Neil's business on the Web: Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/insightnutritionlifestyle Website: https://www.insightnl.ca/ inSIGHT COMMUNITY on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/385536055217706/ Google Business Listing: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=7120365080451852544 ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    58 - TBCE - Paul Watsano, Junk Monkeys, How to Authentically Connect to Clients Through Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2022 56:54


    Paul Watsano is the owner of Junk Monkeys, a junk removal company in Coventry, UK with THIRTY FIVE THOUSOUND followers. Tune in as we chat about Paul's story a bit, and then dive into some junk removal growth strategies from the man who has proven it can work VERY well to use Facebook for a junk removal company. 98% of their leads come off Facebook at this point for their junk removal business. Pretty darn cool. Paul also gets pretty vulnerable at times, sharing some business stuff and a story that he kept to himself for a long time. https://www.junk-monkeys.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/JunkMonkeysRecycling/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find our podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    57 - TBCE - Alex DiTommaso - Space and Photography

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 28:25


    Astro-photography. Space. Patience. Jump on for a refreshing chat about space and photography and some of the challenges in that field. Check out Alex's work: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astropicsbyditty/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/Astropicsbyditty?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1128860569 ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    56 - TBCE - Dustin Johnson, Strength Through Struggle

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 68:54


    Dustin Johnson has lived ten lives in one, with highs that were actually really low and the lows that were suffocatingly real (his own words). Connect with Dustin: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedustinjohnson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustingjohnson/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Get a Free Audit of your Google Ads, SEO, Website, or Google Business Listing: https://audit.bluecrocus.ca/ Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    55 - TBCE - Austin Lee Hiers - From Removing Junk For Free and Flipping it, To Several Businesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 50:04


    Austin is a force in the Junk Removal world, and today we chat about some of his business stories, failures, successes, and the journey in between! Austin's Links: Rage Room: https://www.fellowearthlingsrr.com/ Let It Go Junk: https://www.letitgojunk.com/ Austin's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf4WR1dapr9aoxomRaJc3vg BE SURE TO CHECK IT OUT. TONS OF JUNK REMOVAL CONTENT. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    54 - TBCE - Clifton Muckenfuss, Building Raving Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 34:37


    Clifton has extensive experience in the construction industry, building a business based on values that may come as a shock to others in the industry. Before that, he had a very interesting story that led him to the industry, one of failing forward and just diving into the challenge that presented themselves! Valuing people, customers, and relationships above most other things has taken him far! Connect with Clifton: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cliftonmuckenfuss/ Instagram: @boatsandbourbon LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/muckenfuss Building Raving Fans Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/createcustomersforlife/ Website: www.BuildingRavingFans.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCzPY1bMDlhO2E7MLamnlBQ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    53 - TBCE - Tommy Mello, A1 From Day One, Baby! Best Garage Doors in the Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 64:16


    Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, a business on track to a billion dollars in annual revenue. That's right. A BILLION. Tune in to see what makes this guy tick. Check out some of Tommy's podcast Episodes: https://homeserviceexpert.com/podcast/marcus-sheridan Check out A1 Garage Door Service on the web: A1GARAGE.COM ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    52 - TBCE - Jordan Jamison of Red Rock Adventures

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 45:14


    Join us for another New Brunswick business spotlight with Jordan Jamison of Red Rock Adventures, a boutique adventure experience in the Bay of Fundy. Website: https://www.bayoffundyadventures.com/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    51 - TBCE - Rivers Corbett discusses failure, Zigging when others Zag, Bouncing back

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 37:42


    Rivers Corbett discusses failure, Zigging when others Zag, Bouncing back. Join us for a candid conversation about hamburgers, healthcare, and business! ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    50 - TBCE - Bob Burg, Best Selling Author of The Go-Giver

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 27:58


    This is an interview I couldn't be more excited for! I have the incredible honor of having Bob Burg on The Blue Crocus Experience Podcast. A bit of backstory. Bob's book "The Go-Giver" changed my outlook on life and business last March. Instead of the desperation in "Getting" sales, he helped to change my perspective to giving value first, helping as many people as I could. When I saw Ken Walls Interview him a few weeks ago, I reached out to connect with Bob, and through a lovely messenger conversation, he agreed to jump on with me and chat about the concepts in his book, and more. Thank you Ken Walls for connecting us, and thank you Bob for joining me! Bob's new Go-Giver Success Alliance Mentorship Community: https://gogiversuccessalliance.com/ About Bob: Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences sharing the platform with everyone from today's business leaders and broadcast personalities to even a former U.S. President. Bob is the author of a number of books on sales, marketing and influence, with total book sales of well over a million copies. His book, The Go-Giver, coauthored with John David Mann, itself has sold over 975,000 copies and it has been translated into 29 languages. His and John's newest parable in the Go-Giver Series is The Go-Giver Influencer. Bob is an advocate, supporter and defender of the Free Enterprise system, believing that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve. He is also an unapologetic animal fanatic, and is a past member of the Board of Directors of Furry Friends Adoption, Clinic & Ranch in his town of Jupiter, Florida. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    49 - TBCE - Mark Estrada "captn_striper" of Marathan Solutions Group Kombucha Party!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 47:16


    Join Mark Estrada "captn_striper" and Lewis as we chat about Mark's business journey, what motivates him in business, where he has come from, and our mutual love for Kombucha. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    48 - TBCE - Bryant Suellentrop of American Cleaning Enterprise in Greenville, NC

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 37:58


    Bryant Suellentrop is the owner of American Cleaning Enterprise in Greenville, NC, and he jumps on today to chat business, Google, and his experience using Twitter to connect with other business owners. His website: https://americancleaningenterprise.com/His Google Business Listing: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=9405244350493256080Leave them a review: https://search.google.com/local/writereview?placeid=ChIJgWPaZpTnrokRkGnm2OcjhoI ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    47 - TBCE - Eric Rhew Chats about the Promo Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 38:09


    Wondering what Promo products could do for your business? Eric and I chat about it on the podcast today! ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    46 - TBCE - Kyle Ascione of Integrity Earth & Asphalt Chats about his Journey in Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 44:15


    Kyle Ascione of Integrity Earth & Asphalt brings the Fire! Join us today for a chat about Kyle's business adventures. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    45 - TBCE - Travis Devries, Consistency in Anything, is Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 53:11


    Join me and Travis DeVries for a chat about his journey running every day for the last 136 days, and how that has spilled over into other areas of his life. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    44 - TBCE - Ryan Austin, Man on a Mission to Empower People

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 42:49


    Ryan Austin, Man on a Mission. Come learn more about a guy who has inspired me to take more daily actions to leave the world a better place than I found it! ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    43 - TBCE - Mike Claudio "Your Goals Have to Be Bigger Than Your Excuses"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 39:19


    "Your Goals Have to Be Bigger Than Your Excuses" Mike Claudio joins Lewis today to chat about goals. How to set them. How to pick them. How to stay on course. -Check out Mike's work here- Web: https://winrateconsulting.com/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/Y9-35WGEhZQ Big Stud Sales Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-stud-sales/id1478301956 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665239933993514

    42 - TBCE - *NO VIDEO* Richard Walsh, Founder at Escape the Owner Prison, Former Contractor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2021 40:26


    Richard Walsh has been in the trenches before, grinding it out, trying to make it big. And for awhile he did! But eventually the "Grind" caught up with him, and he figured there must be a better way to run a business. Since then, he has started a couple businesses, and is a best selling author of the book "Escape the Owner Prison" where he lays out some great principles on how YOU can get away from being trapped in your business. Take a listen as he tells some of his story, and definitely check out his podcast as well! https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ja9UqANKU9wn5cT894FEW?si=PQEx2tVfRvymdib2R42igw ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    41 - TBCE - David Carroll of Dope Marketing Talks some AMAZING strategies for marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2020 53:43


    David Carroll of Dope Marketing Talks some AMAZING strategies for marketing! Making mail sexy again! ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    40 - TBCE - Leigh Kuhn of RynoWorx Shares some of his Entrepreneurial Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2020 51:39


    Leigh Kuhn started his entrepreneurial journey in sealcoating while he was still in high school, and went on from there to start a parts business and now the company we all know and love - RynoWorx. Take a listen to his story, and hear about grit, setbacks, getting back up, and keeping on going. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    39 - TBCE - Ryan Behan, Ginger Cat Sealcoating, Drumming, Asphalt Repair

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 46:47


    Ryan Behan was such a fun guest to have on the show! He is a very down to earth guy who kills it on the drums when he's not out making driveways and parking lots look like a million bucks. Enjoy! We chat about Branding, Marketing, his work journey leading up to being a full time business owner, how pressure washing has enabled him to do better jobs, and have an add on service, and more! ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    38 - TBCE - Nik Biddinger, Lessons Learned from the Asphalt Business, Coaching, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 43:07


    Nik Biddinger grew up in the asphalt industry and learned lessons from the school of hard knocks along the way. Now he is taking the knowledge, experience, lessons learned, heartaches, and wins, and he is working to mold and shape the next generation of contractors and business owners through sharing his story. Connect with Nik and Mike Claudio of WinRate Consulting: WinRate Consulting: www.WinRateconsulting.com WinRate Instagram: https://instagram.com/winrateconsulting?igshid=1st5z3xppxot5 Construction Selling FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665239933993514/?ref=share Mike Claudio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC86r4_wMGU5M1-dVovjxf1w Big Stud Sales Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5X3HipUTBgKPskIcrH3k1h?si=uDQO202VSSmhUdS6ZTuKpQ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-stud-sales/id1478301956 Nik's WinRate IG: https://instagram.com/nik_at_winrate_consulting?igshid=13hp8rsgiltzy Honestish - with a side of hot sauce Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2pt9Fkb43HNnyeIrzPx9D1?si=JK2nK8UMSimkFmXA_gspNw https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/honest-ish-with-a-side-of-hot-sauce/id1532831561 ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    37 - TBCE - Lewis Vandervalk, Owner of Blue Crocus Solutions Interviewed by Cam Roberts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 47:46


    Get to Know Lewis Vandervalk, Owner of Blue Crocus Solutions In a bizarre script flip, Cam Roberts of Laser Line Painting is on today interviewing me so you guys can get to know me a bit better from the perspective of someone who has the burning questions you all do! ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Check us out and see our reviews: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274932889350800511 Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    36 - TBCE - Ken Walls on Live Streaming, Life, Fear, Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 58:10


    What an honor and a privilege to chat with Ken Walls on the podcast. This man is such a giver. Such a big heart, and a desire to make time for people. Why do I say that? This man COULD take the attitude of having "bigger fish to fry", having hung out with the likes of Grant Cardone and Andy Frisella, but he took an hour out of his extremely busy schedule to chat with me about a wide variety of topics from live streaming on social media, some of his background story, and we chat briefly about how fear is the real root of procrastination. Don't miss this. Be sure to connect with Ken here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CEOKenWalls Website: https://www.kenwalls.com/ Buy his course on Live Streaming: https://www.growliveacademy.com/

    35 - TBCE - Adi Klevit on Developing Processes for Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 50:41


    Adi Klevit joins us today for a really informative episode on PROCESSES, and why you should have them. Full disclosure, I am not naturally someone who is prone to developing processes for myself or my staff, and I figured I wasn't the only one. Hop on in, take notes, and watch some of the weight of running your company fall of your shoulders as you see ways to empower your employees and run a more streamlined business. Connect with Adi here: www.BizSuccessCG.com adi@bizsuccesscg.com Link to get a discount on Sweet Process: https://www.sweetprocess.com/accounts/signup/webinar/ADI/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #business #processes

    34 - TBCE - Bruce Pulver on How Words can Affect Your LIFE

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 41:05


    Bruce Pulver is an extraordinary human who has found the beauty and strength hiding in the words we use every day. I greatly appreciated jumping on with Bruce, learning about his story and where he has come from. We talked about how he uses words to help people grow, find hope in these crazy times, and help companies and business leaders distill their values and mission into a single word. He has also written a book to distill these beautiful treasures. Each purchase of his book (it's really inexpensive), he will donate one to a hospital, library, or charity. Let's help spread the love! You can connect with Bruce here: His TEDX talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/bruce_pulver_the_secret_to_changing_negative_self_talk_by_renewing_your_mindset?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Abovethechatterourwordsmatter Instagram: @above_the_chatter_bruce_pulver Here are Bruce's own words to highlight his story: “Forced into an unexpected career transition (a layoff), it was imperative I muster the strength to find a new way of providing for my family. How can I maintain a positive outlook after being “let go” and forced to deal with the cruel reality of landing a new job, position and career? One morning, a single message awakened me and pounded in my head. “I must be STRONG for my family.” I quickly reached for my nightstand journal and wrote S-T-R-O-N-G: S tand T all R emain O ptimistic N ow G o for it From that morning's S-T-R-O-N-G message, a daily writing routine began. Each day delivered a new message and forced me to pause, think, and frame a positive expectation for the day. Each message guided my thoughts, intentions and actions as I sought the new opportunity that would offer even greater potential. I shared the messages daily with my family. Together we formed an unstoppable optimism to persevere. We learned to take any setback and make it our springboard lifting us above any potentially adverse situation. Within 45 days, I landed a fantastic position with a great company. The messages continued to flow and motivate me to work hard to make good things happen in my new role. My writing emerged out of necessity, yet lasted four hundred consecutive days. They became a joyful routine of finding more inspiration and strength. Everything I learned in those days created something inspiring.” Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D

    33 - TBCE - Skylar Lewis, Business on Purpose, Rise Up Kings

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 33:59


    Skylar Lewis is a purpose driven entrepreneur who has been in the game since he was a teenager, starting several businesses and reaching what most would consider a successful point in his career. However, he quickly realized that money wasn't everything, and turned around and began again, starting a business on purpose. Purposely creating the business to honor God, be employee run, stand for Godly values, and help the community. He challenged me in several ways, and I know that listeners will appreciate the nuggets in here! We chatted about discipline, work/life boundaries, collapsing time, empowering employees, and more. ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #businessonpurpose #riseupkings

    32 - TBCE - James Golden, Pavement Management, Business, Life Lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 52:33


    James Golden was thrust into the entrepreneurial world at an early age, and his story is one that really encouraged me when it comes to the ups and downs of the journey as a business owner. He found himself quite successful at an age when his friends were not making nearly what he was making, and then it all fell apart around him, and James was forced to reevaluate and level up. James has extensive knowledge in the pavement management space, and has a company called, (so weird the coincidence) Pavement Management Group. They are changing the technology in the industry, and working to level up the results that can be achieved, allowing tax dollars to be applied to solutions that truly take advantage of tax dollars. Connect with James here: https://jg3.phonesites.com/mylinks ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #pavementmanagement #businesslessons

    31 - TBCE - David Webb, Tree Lift Surgeon Extraordinaire

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 26:35


    David Webb is a second generation equipment repair expert, specializing in lifts of all kinds, especially spider lifts and other products for the tree industry. They do what most other manufacturers, repair shops, and warranty specialists can't or won't do as far as repairs go, even building custom parts in their shop to make sure your rig gets back in brand new, or sometimes better than new condition. Their company was built on values that are refreshing in this time, and they will do everything they can to help you get your equipment back in service without having to buy new. It was a pleasure chatting with David, and I look forward to seeing their company continue to help out the industry! Connect with them here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aerialliftrepairs/ Website: https://www.wellbuiltequipment.com/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners, thought leaders, and coaches. We talk about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    30 - TBCE - Kit Moore, Risk and Growth, Keep Your Foot on the Gas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 51:38


    Kit Moore and I had a terrific conversation about growth, risk, and common themes around those topics as they relate to entrepreneurs. We answer questions like "Why is risk central to growth and development? " and "What are some methods to manage risk?" Kit is the chief servant at BluePrint CPAs. Sure, he's a specialized tax accountant (CPA, CA) and can help you save in the six figures. More importantly, he's a serial entrepreneur with a ton of enthusiasm for growth strategies and execution. His industry depth in technology, construction, real estate, energy, agriculture and even cannabis deregulation complements his technical expertise in growth strategy, advanced tax structures, innovation, mergers and corporate finance. He's also a proud father and hubby - he loves Cassondra and his four children even more than entrepreneurship. When he's not running (his businesses), he likes fishing and cottaging. (in fact, we squeezed in this episode just before he headed out on a fishing trip!) Connect with Kit here: Website: https://www.blueprintcpa.ca/team/kit-moore LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blueprintcpa/ ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #growordie #pavingcontractors

    29 - TBCE - Mike Claudio, Winrate Consulting, Big Stud Sales Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 40:13


    Mike Claudio is the owner and founder of Winrate Consulting, the host of the Big Stud Sales Podcast, and a consultant to over 25 businesses in the contracting industry. We chat about a variety of topics from his journey moving from selling with Verizon and his move to the construction industry, the importance of referral partners, growing pains and how to deal with them, training employees, processes, finding the right type of clients, and moving away from the feast or famine pipeline mentality. You can connect with Mike on his personal Facebook page, or at any of these links. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC86r4_wMGU5M1-dVovjxf1w Winrate Consulting: https://winrateconsulting.com/ Construction Selling FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665239933993514/ Big Stud Sales Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-stud-sales/id1478301956 ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #seo, #leadgeneration, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #asphalt, #webdesign

    28 - TBCE - Ron Fossum on Pulling Money (Taxes) Back out of the TRASH. Tax Planning Explained.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 36:36


    Ron Fossum is a man who has made it his mission to help people like YOU save money through Tax Planning. He has been honing his craft for over 20 years, and the guy not only knows his stuff, but has helped save millions of dollars for companies he has worked with to develop solid tax strategies that are completely moral and ethical, and abide by the IRS rules. He has been featured on Wall Street Today, Success Magazine, ABC, NBC, CBS, Forbes, CNBC, & FOX. I feel extremely privileged to have gotten a few minutes of his time to chat on the podcast about Tax Planning, and how that can relate to any business. I would highly recommend taking the time to listen to this episode. You will learn about a few of the many strategies YOU can be using to save taxes and get more money in your pocket. (Note: for Canadian listeners, this is specifically related to the US tax code, but it is still really fascinating) You can reach out to Ron through any or all of these avenues (he gave me permission to share these): Ron's Website: https://taxplanwealth.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TPWHelp/ Calender Link: https://go.oncehub.com/TaxPlanWealth Office Number: 425-381-2253 ---------- Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete, #website, #webdesign, #customers, #homeadvisor

    27 - TBCE - Jennifer Ginther on Bookkeeping, Taxes, and Accounting, QuickBooks DISCOUNT CODE BELOW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 45:43


    QUICKBOOKS MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT BELOW! 50% off for a year! In this episode Jennifer Ginther and I discuss best practices when it comes to bookkeeping, accounting, and tax preparation. These are scary words for small business owners and I wanted to unpack things a little. Jen has a lot of experience in the industry helping contractors, and I learned some tips that definitely will help me to keep track of the books and keep them in order. Jennifer has been doing bookkeeping or managing bookkeepers for the past 30 years and loves what she does and getting to work with small businesses. Her grandfather owned and operated his own Commercial Contracting company in Michigan and her family has owned and operated a hardware store, a wholesale building distributor and remodeling & subcontracting companies in Missouri & Colorado and Florida. She has also been a Florida State Certified General Contractor & Roofing Contractor since 2007 and was the Administrative & Operations Officer for a FL Contracting Company for 11 years before opening her own bookkeeping firm in 2015. Link to get Quickbooks DISCOUNT: https://completebusinessgroup.com/contractor-pro-books-inc/ Jennifer's Website: https://www.contractorprobooks.com/bookkeeping-services Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Join our Facebook Group for Contractors: https://www.facebook.com/groups/148165343156578/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete, #website, #webdesign, #customers, #homeadvisor

    26 - TBCE - Jason Callaway, Veteran, Buffalo Rancher, or General Contractor? Or all of those?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 62:03


    Who has two thumbs, owns a few buffalo, is a veteran, and runs a successful contracting business in South Dakota? Jason Callaway is my guest today on The Blue Crocus Experience, and as always with the Callaway Clan, it was an absolute pleasure to chat with, learn from, and get to know Jason. He has a cool story. Uprooted from his previous job, he went all in on his contracting business 4 years ago and has built it up to a profitable venture. We chat about employees, compensation, business planning with Tom Reber, bookkeeping, buffalo, CHARGING WHAT YOU ARE WORTH, and a bit about his time in the marines. This is worth a listen, in my unbiased opinion. Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete #website #webdesign #customers #homeadvisor

    25 - TBCE - Cameron Hogate on Sales through Attraction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 47:39


    Cameron Hogate is a guy who is always down to add value to people who need it, and in this episode of The Blue Crocus Experience, he does just that. He walks us through how he attracts clients using a value first methodology. We talk about attracting clients as a contractor, going out for the bid, and touch on some follow up steps as well. Definitely some great info to apply to any business! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete #website #webdesign #customers #homeadvisor

    24 - TBCE - Marc Mawhinney on Bringing Value to the Market Consistently

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 56:21


    Marc Mawhinney is a serial entrepreneur and business coach who has ridden the highs and lows of business. He now spends his time working to help other business owners avoid the low points of the roller coaster. I had him on the podcast to talk some about topics such as consistency in adding value to the market, building up your business organically, and more. It was an absolute pleasure to chat with Marc, and I learned some valuable insights into the business world. Come along for the ride in our conversation and learn with me as he drops some great value! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can arrange a time! We are especially interested in chatting with contractors and business owners who have fought through adversity and have the scars, experience and insights to share from those times. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete #website #webdesign #customers #homeadvisor

    23 - TBCE - Expertise, Professionalism, Charging Your Worth in the Tree Industry with Chris Francis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 37:01


    Chris Francis and I had a wonderful chat about his journey to continually better his skills and represent the tree industry in the best way possible. Chris has spent a lot of time leveling up and learning as much as he can about the industry, and it has paid off for his company. We also chatted about a variety of topics from his story, employees, customer relations, and charging your worth. It was a pleasure to chat with Chris! Enjoy! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8

    22 - TBCE - Mindset, Daily Habits, and how Brian Hess moved from Verizon to the Asphalt Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 56:02


    I first came across Brian Hess through the Asphalt industry, but the more I got to know him, I realized that more people needed to get to know him through the podcast. He is an inspiration in his community, bringing daily live videos to his followers and uplifting and inspiring his audience. He's not just a talk show though. He has built up an asphalt empire across the US in the last couple years, and also started a training program called Top Contractor School to help contractors of all sizes grow and dominate their space. Thanks for coming on Brian, it was an honor. Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Find the Podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete #website #webdesign #customers

    21 - TBCE - Stop Lying to Yourself with Bobby Walker of Journey of a New Entrepreneur

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 61:25


    Bobby Walker went from a comfy corporate job to finding out that he was cut from the company, with no backup plan except an idea off the internet he had shot down a couple days earlier. He took that idea, and he has built a very successful company in Orlando, Florida doing Pressure Washing. Bobby also has a great YouTube Channel called Journey of a New Entrepreneur along with a course called The New Entrepreneurs Toolkit. It was a pleasure chatting my friend! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: https://www.bluecrocus.ca/ Bobby's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efvzTXosMFI

    20 - TBCE - Business Systems and Growth with Shiloh Churchill of Mountain Sky Landscaping LLC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 26:53


    Shiloh Churchill is crushing it in his landscaping business, Mountain Sky Landscaping LLC, and he hopped on the podcast with me to discuss how he is working to systematize every process in the business so that they can scale and grow. He has big goals, and is making sure to feed off other people who are successful. Crazy thing is, this guy is 16 years old, and he and his twin brother brought in over a million in revenue last year. Worth a listen for sure. Surround yourself with people who are killing it. Success leaves clues. Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: http://bluecrocus.ca/

    19 - TBCE - Mike Wingard of Legacy Entrepreneurs, When To Scale Your Business and Get Good Help

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 60:12


    Mike Wingard left a corporate job to start up a Pressure Washing company, and grew it to 90 employees in 2 years. He then moved 12 hours away and is starting up another company to prove that his scaling methods work repeatedly. Mike also has a course and some really cool apparel around the Legacy brand he is creating. Live your best Legacy! Really cool guy to chat with and in this Episode of TBCE, we chat about knowing when to hire, and how to go about that process. Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Find the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wu30ZfqiUcL9fYzZ8UE03 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-blue-crocus-experience/id1509376927 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xZGY1YjM1Yy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAUW274rclhA1N5Bve_HNI6-nTbTrMQN8 Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions on the web: http://bluecrocus.ca/ Check out Mike's Legacy Merch here: https://www.letsgolegacy.com/shop

    EP 18 - TBCE - Revolutionary Blue Collar Recruiting/Hiring with Shawn Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 63:25


    Shawn Day is a hiring legend and fellow business owner. What else can I say? We cover a ton of great info in this podcast around hiring, keeping, and motivating employees. Listen in for a discount code Shawn is offering for podcast listeners to take advantage of a screaming deal and a guaranteed hire for your business. Lets grow and dominate! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions here: www.bluecrocus.ca #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete

    EP 17 - TBCE - Coming Back From Nothing to Growing a Successful Asphalt Business with Parker Perrien

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 37:46


    Parker Perrien of Diamond Solutions has a story that definitely resonated with me. His asphalt company came to the brink of death in 2017. But, with the help of a mentor and taking a serious look at things, they were able to turn the company around and are now growing and expanding into new markets. Parker had some valuable insights into business, and some great recommendations for books to read, CRMs, markups, and more. Take a listen and enjoy! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions here: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274... #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete

    EP 16 - TBCE - From Glass Shop Service Man to Line Painting Business Owner with Cam Roberts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 41:45


    Cam Roberts owns Lazer Line Painting in British Columbia, Canada. He is also an avid listener of the podcast, so it was really great to have him on to share his story. We chat about hustle, getting out there and putting in the work, and tracking your progress when you are starting up a small business and growing it to feed your family. Some really good content in here, I had a lot of fun learning about Cam's story! Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions here: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274... #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete

    EP 15 - TBCE - On Goals, Living at Full Potential, and Giving Back, with Judd Burdon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 42:29


    Judd Burdon is an avid entrepreneur and leader in his community of asphalt maintenance. He owns and co-owns several companies ranging from kite surfing to asphalt supply. He also has had some life experiences that completely rocked his world, and we dive into that in this chat. You are going to enjoy this one. Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions here: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274... #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete

    EP 14 - TBCE - Employees, Sales, Follow-up with John Seaman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 52:19


    John Seaman's company JC Property Professionals does everything from Tree Service, Demo, Grading, Construction, and they even have a non profit as well. We had some great chats about marketing methods they use, the importance of following up with customers, how valuable CRMs are, and finished up chatting about company culture, retaining employees, and more. Nuggets in here, guys and girls. Tons of nuggets. Welcome to the internet's best produced podcast for contractors and business owners, hosted by Lewis Vandervalk of Blue Crocus Solutions. Our #1 goal is to connect with and learn from business owners and hear about their stories, where they have come from, where they are going, and the wins and lessons along the way. If you want to be featured in our podcast, send an email to Lewis@bluecrocus.ca and we can see if you are a good fit. We are especially interested in chatting with contractors who own their own businesses, so if you fit that description, get in touch. Connect with Blue Crocus Solutions here: bluecrocus.ca, https://www.google.com/maps?cid=14274... #podcast, #contractors, #leads, #seo, #leadgeneration, #fredericton, #facebookads, #bluecrocussolutions, #business, #businessowners, #tips, #concrete, #treeservice, #fitness, #paving, #sealcoating, #remodeling, #pressurewashing, #asphalt, #treeservice, #concrete

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