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In this episode of Command Control Power, Andy Espo from Call Andy Mac Consulting joins the discussion once again. The conversation kicks off with humorous banter about appearances and jackets before delving into serious tech talk. Andy shares the complexities of installing and upgrading network infrastructure in high-end residential projects, especially in challenging environments like old houses and concrete structures. He emphasizes the importance of discerning client relationships, meticulous planning, and ensuring proper execution by contractors. Andy also discusses strategies for building trust with clients, effective communication, and the shift towards managed services amid growing cybersecurity concerns. The episode concludes with insights on the importance of networking and building strategic partnerships with clients.   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:41 High-End Residential Work 01:55 Challenges in Network Installations 04:47 WiFi Planning and Intuition 09:18 Client Education and Expectations 10:57 Working with Contractors 17:07 Common Wiring Issues 20:35 Ensuring Quality and Client Satisfaction 29:05 The Importance of Redundancy in Wiring 29:27 Challenges with Daisy Chaining and Switches 29:56 The Frustration of Poor Wiring in High-End Homes 31:01 The Impact of Construction Materials on WiFi Performance 32:42 The Shift to Managed Services and Cybersecurity 34:40 The Importance of Cyber Insurance 40:56 Efficiency Loss and Productivity in IT 45:30 The Art of Communicating Value to Clients 50:36 Building Strategic Partnerships 52:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Owned and Operated, John Wilson sits down with Sam Preston, CEO of Service Scalers, to break down one of the most overlooked (and misunderstood) marketing channels in home services: Nextdoor.They unpack why Nextdoor feels annoying—but works incredibly well when used the right way. From neighborhood recommendation posts to organic storytelling, this platform behaves less like Google Ads and more like a digital referral engine.John and Sam discuss why salesy ads and coupons usually flop, while real-world job photos, personal narratives, and community-driven content quietly generate high-intent leads. They also explore how small operators are winning big by treating Nextdoor like a mix of Google Business Profile + Facebook Groups, and why larger companies struggle to replicate that authenticity.The conversation covers the three ways to win on Nextdoor (ads, organic posting, and commenting), common mistakes contractors make, and how operators can turn technicians into content creators to scale neighborhood trust—without blowing up their marketing budget.If you're looking for more phone calls, higher close rates, and marketing that actually feels like referrals—this episode breaks down how to think about Nextdoor the right way.What You'll LearnWhy Nextdoor behaves more like referrals than traditional lead genThe three ways to market on Nextdoor (and which ones actually work)Why organic, narrative posts outperform coupons and adsHow small, local operators beat larger brands on trustThe role of social proof in neighborhood-driven platformsHow to turn field techs into authentic content creatorsThe biggest mistakes that get contractors ignored—or kicked offHost: John WilsonGuest: Sam Preston

Would you pay a professional $2,500 or more to put up your holiday lights? Zachary Crockett is walking in a winter wonderland. SOURCES:Chuck Smith, creator of Planet Christmas.Dean Lyons, founder and CEO of Bright Nights. RESOURCES:"The Suburban Maximalists Making Viral Christmas Displays," by Graham Hacia (WIRED, 2017)."Incandescent vs. LED Christmas Lights: How Much Does it Impact Your Power Bill?," by Kelly Bedrich (Electricity Plans)."Why Christmas Light Installation Is a Great Add-on Service for Contractors," (Sprinkler School).Brite Nites.Planet Christmas. EXTRAS:"How Christmas Lights Are Made," (Insider, 2018). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you busy—but still struggling to make real profit as a contractor heading into 2026?With demand uneven, winter approaching, and economic growth slowing, many contractors are stuck chasing work just to cover overhead. In this episode, Greg Crabtree breaks down how the best contractors are adapting—by pricing smarter, staying lean, and using scheduling and soft skills to win high-margin jobs even in a tough market.You will:Learn how to protect cash flow without destroying your capacity during slow seasonsDiscover why pricing, scheduling, and customer interaction determine profitability more than volumeUnderstand how premium contractors are taking market share while others struggleIf you want to stay profitable, resilient, and positioned to win as the market shifts, press play and learn how to prepare your contracting business for the next 3–6 months and beyond.Interested in being the first to know when The CORE 10 drops? Sign up HERE: https://yes.express/core-10/Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.

108 Learn the Secret of the Rich: How to Save US Taxes Legally | Sally Gimon   The Entreprenudist Podcast https://entreprenudist.com In this episode of The Entreprenudist Podcast, we sit down with Sally Gimon, Owner of TheTrustIsYou.com, to uncover how wealthy individuals legally reduce their US tax burden using strategies most people have never been taught. We explore: -Is this tax strategy legal -Why most CPAs and financial planners do not discuss it -The history behind this approach -What the IRS memo actually says and why it matters This conversation challenges traditional tax planning and sheds light on powerful, compliant strategies used by the wealthy to protect and grow their money. If you are an entrepreneur, business owner, or high-income professional looking to understand legal tax savings at a deeper level, this episode is a must-watch. ------------------------- About Sally Sally was motivated to become a real estate investor when her mom became sick in October 2018. Sally was 53 and needed to make a change in her life quickly. Now she shares her information weekly in her real estate group and Win, Win Women TV. In July 2020 she bought a Bank Owned Property for $20,000 that would go to auction for $50,000 when Covid restrictions lifted. She knew her Capital Gains would be $7,140 and researched how the rich paid so little in taxes. This led her to find the Business and Beneficial Spendthrift Trusts.  ----------------  About the Host:  Randolph Love III is the Founder and CEO of ShieldWolf Strongholds, where he helps Franchisors, CPAs, Attorneys, Doctors, Realtors, Contractors, and other Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Home Owners, and Retirees, secure lasting financial legacies.  He is also a trusted franchise consultant, author of the book The Miracle Money Vehicle: How To Make Money Make Babies, and host of The Liquidity Event, a premier gathering on business growth, financial independence, and legacy planning.  As host of The Entreprenudist Podcast, ranked in the Top 10% worldwide by ListenNotes.com, Randolph shares bold, practical insights that challenge traditional thinking. A sought-after speaker, his dynamic style empowers audiences to reduce taxes legally, grow wealth strategically, and take control of their financial destiny. Additionally, he is also the publisher of The Liquidity Journal, a dynamic publication for business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, retirees, and investors. Focused on leadership, strategy, systems, and motivation, it delivers actionable insights that empower readers to grow, lead, and innovate in today's business world.

In the second of the Death by 1,000 cuts series I discuss the next little cut – Not answering the telephone. Wait! Before you ignore this podcast, listen to what happened and make sure it isn't happening in your company. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

You hit the million-dollar mark. You went viral on the internet. You think you're a big deal now?Check your ego at the door. It's lying to you.Revenue doesn't mean crap if you're a toxic boss. If you treat your team and your clients like garbage, you aren't a pro. You're a liability.On the show today, Tim and Derek are calling you out. They're breaking down why "being a human" is your most tactical business tool.This is about building a crew that actually wants to help you win. Stop swinging the hammer like a handyman. Start leading like a man.Your bank account is a reflection of the value you bring. That includes how you treat your people.Listen up. Then go execute.============================================================You want to crack $1M? You need systems and processes that eliminate the fear of the off-season and guarantee cash flow. Learn the Contractor's Code to dominate your market.GET THE COURSE. STOP PANICKING.Contractor's Code to Cracking $1M → https://thecontractorfight.com/code============================================================== Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review.Apple PodcastsSpotify

Reach Out Via Text!In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast, Jeremiah shares a full keynote from January 2025 featuring Mark Bradley from the Roadmap to $1M online event. Mark explains why most contractors never reach $1M in revenue, starting with a lack of true financial awareness and control of the numbers. He walks through the importance of budgeting, estimating correctly, and job costing so business owners know exactly where profit is made or lost. Mark also breaks down why systems and SOPs are a continuous process and how documenting what success looks like makes hiring, training, and scaling far more manageable. The conversation highlights the importance of focusing on high margin services and revenue per hour rather than chasing all revenue. The keynote wraps with practical guidance on sales pipelines, key performance indicators, and what fundamentally changes when a business grows from $1M to $3M.Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

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In this episode, David Quam and Jamie Quanrud from Resideo discuss how Pro-IQ™ Services, the platform behind every Honeywell Home ElitePRO™ Smart Thermostat, is transforming both the jobsite and the classroom. Discover how Pro-IQ helps: ✅ Reduce labor and streamline installs ✅ Drive customer loyalty and generate leads ✅ Support training for the modern HVAC workforce Plus, hear how Resideo is preparing pros and educators for the next wave of HVAC technology. Pro-IQ™ Services — Your Edge in Every Customer Call. Learn more at resideo.com/proiq

Send us a textA massive heart attack at 2 a.m., a choice to stay, and a vow to be useful—John Stewart Hill turned a brush with death into a movement that protects homeowners and celebrates great tradespeople. I sat down with John, founder and chief ambassador of The Good Contractors List, to unpack how a third-party guarantee and serious vetting can transform an anxious, two-way agreement into a safer, more respectful partnership.John walks us through the early days—selling coupons, carrying a yellow legal pad, and pitching a radical promise: we'll separate the good from the bad, and if the job goes wrong, we'll pay up to $25,000 to make it right. That pledge forced rigor: FBI-level background checks, pattern-spotting across business entities, and zero tolerance for rudeness or bait-and-switch tactics. We get real about why “buck in a truck” shops often lack resources to fix issues, how mega contractors can over-incentivize upsells, and why the competency-rich middle is where value, safety, and honesty meet.What makes this model stick is community. Contractors refer fellow pros they trust, hold each other accountable, and create local “safe contractor communities” that homeowners return to for roofing, plumbing, HVAC, and beyond. The result is collective authority: a network built on behavior, not hype, where the guarantee and mediation keep projects on track when delays or surprises appear. In a post-COVID, AI-noise world, verifiable action beats loud claims—and this platform's small out-of-pocket history across billions in backed work speaks for itself.If you're a homeowner who wants peace of mind or a contractor who runs on integrity, this conversation shows how to raise the bar and rebuild trust where it matters most: at home. Explore the network, refer a contractor, or join the community at thegoodcontractorslist.com. Enjoyed the story? Follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to help more people find trustworthy help.Thanks for listening. Please check out our website at www.forsauk.com to hear great conversations on topics that need to be talked about. In these times of intense polarization we all need to find time to expand our Frame of Reference.

In this episode of the Federal Help Center Podcast, we have Ryan Atencio, a former Army Special Operations veteran turned government contracting insider, to break down how federal contracts actually get created, evaluated, and awarded. Drawing from years spent as the end user, COR, and technical evaluator, Ryan pulls back the curtain on why supplies move faster than services, why construction is the most dangerous lane for small businesses, and how contractors can win by understanding how customers think—not how solicitations are written. Key Takeaways Supplies are the fastest, lowest-friction path to federal revenue Professional services offer scale without construction risk You don't need product expertise—just access to the customer If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: https://www.encore-funding.com/ 

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Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Is your outdoor living business actually profitable—or just busy?As the economy softens and demand tightens, outdoor living pros, landscapers, and hardscapers are entering a market that will quickly separate strong operators from struggling ones. In this episode, Joshua Gillow sits down with financial expert Greg Crabtree to break down what contractors should really be watching—and why margin, not revenue, will decide who wins heading into 2026.Listeners will learn: • What the current economic signals really mean for contractors • Why gross margin matters more than top-line revenue • How to optimize staffing, pricing, and operations for a slower marketHit play now to learn how to protect your margins, stay profitable, and position your outdoor living business to win—no matter what the economy does next.Interested in being the first to know when The CORE 10 drops? Sign up HERE: https://yes.express/core-10/Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.

HR compliance isn't just paperwork—it's what stands between your business and costly mistakes that can derail growth. In this conversation, Lisa DeMaria from Utopia Solutions breaks down the five most common HR misconceptions in trades businesses, from misclassifying workers to why your office manager can't do it all and the multi-state compliance traps that catch expanding companies off guard. This conversation gives you the roadmap to get HR right before problems show up at your door—protecting your business while creating the kind of culture that keeps great people around.Today's Podcast is brought to you by Boolean Automation

107 Breaking Stagnation: Smarter Decisions & Diversified Income | Rodney Black   The Entreprenudist Podcast https://entreprenudist.com Stagnation doesn't happen overnight, it's the result of repeated decisions that feel safe but limit growth. In this episode, we break down: -Why individuals and business owners get stuck in stagnant decision-making -The importance of risk diversification and why relying on one income stream is dangerous -The real truth about direct sales and network marketing — beyond the stereotypes -How smarter decision-making creates long-term growth and financial resilience If you're ready to challenge outdated thinking and make more intentional, informed choices in business and life, this conversation is for you. ------------------------- About Rodney Rodney Black is a husband, father of three, and a leader driven by purpose. Born in Atlanta, GA, and raised in a small town with a farm and ranch background, Rodney learned early the value of hard work, discipline, and faith — lessons that became the foundation for everything he's built today. As cofounder of The Riser Crew and owner of Your Service Store, Inc., Rodney has made it his mission to help people and businesses rise from the ashes and become the best version of themselves. With more than 32 years of experience in the specialty protein industry through The Meat Brokerage, he has built a trusted reputation for excellence, integrity, and long-term partnerships. Through Your Service Store, Rodney also leads initiatives in Systems Management, helping businesses and individuals improve their operations and efficiency, and The Blue Firm, a marketing and strategy group focused on helping small businesses strengthen their brand and expand their reach.  ----------------  About the Host:  Randolph Love III is the Founder and CEO of ShieldWolf Strongholds, where he helps Franchisors, CPAs, Attorneys, Doctors, Realtors, Contractors, and other Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Home Owners, and Retirees, secure lasting financial legacies.  He is also a trusted franchise consultant, author of the book The Miracle Money Vehicle: How To Make Money Make Babies, and host of The Liquidity Event, a premier gathering on business growth, financial independence, and legacy planning.  As host of The Entreprenudist Podcast, ranked in the Top 10% worldwide by ListenNotes.com, Randolph shares bold, practical insights that challenge traditional thinking. A sought-after speaker, his dynamic style empowers audiences to reduce taxes legally, grow wealth strategically, and take control of their financial destiny. Additionally, he is also the publisher of The Liquidity Journal, a dynamic publication for business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, retirees, and investors. Focused on leadership, strategy, systems, and motivation, it delivers actionable insights that empower readers to grow, lead, and innovate in today's business world.

Why Your Subs Aren't Showing Up  And How to Fix It FastIf you're tired of subs ghosting your job sites or slowing down your projects, this episode is going to change the way you run your business. Here's the truth most contractors never hear: your subs aren't unreliable… they're uncoordinated. And without structure, follow-through, and constant reminders, even the best subs end up operating like a herd of distracted cats.In this episode, I break down the real reason subs miss deadlines, show up late, or forget your projects altogether and it has nothing to do with laziness. You'll learn how schedules shift daily, why subs get pulled in every direction, and how proactive communication turns inconsistency into reliability.Most important, you'll discover why you shouldn't be the one chasing subs, sending reminders, or juggling schedule changes and how a remote project coordinator can take that entire burden off your shoulders.Inside this episode: • Why subs forget your job (and why it's not personal) • How daily schedule changes create chaos behind the scenes • The communication gaps destroying your timelines • What happens when you stop coordinating and subs start deciding • How a remote project coordinator keeps every job moving on time • The mindset shift that helps you take back control of your projectsIf you're ready to stop letting subs run your schedule and start running a business that moves forward every day—whether you're on the job or not—this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode of Owned and Operated, John Wilson sits down with Aizik Zimerman of Jay Blanton Plumbing (Chicago) to break down the remote staffing playbook that most home service operators still aren't using.John and Aizik start with a real-world story from a contractor event—how one company allegedly went from $0 to $6M using yard signs, and how Aizik tested it immediately (including the “don't put them on every corner” lesson).Then they go deep on what actually drives scale: building a remote-first, offshore-heavy team that works in the real world. Aizik shares how his business grew to 140 employees with 50+ overseas team members, and how he structures offshore hiring across accounting, install coordination, marketing, recruiting, dispatch, and fleet coordination.They break down the “hub and spoke” model: keep your US leaders focused on thinking and decision-making, then build specialized offshore roles to handle execution—so your business moves faster without bloating payroll.If you're trying to expand coverage, build specialization early, or you've wondered whether recruiting + dispatch + ops coordination can really be offshored, this episode is the blueprint.What You'll LearnWhy “if it can be done remote, it can be done from anywhere”The hub & spoke model: US leaders + offshore execution podsHow Aizik offshores technician recruiting (and why it's a massive unlock)Which roles are easiest vs hardest to offshore (CSR vs dispatch/install coordination)How to reduce “overemployment” risk with real systems (Zoom rooms, accountability layers)Why you should default to remote-first hiring at any size—even at $500K/year

Most project problems don't start on the job site. They start much earlier, when assumptions are made, roles aren't defined, and everyone thinks someone else is handling it. In this episode, Cheryl and Liz talk through why setting the stage before working with a contractor is one of the most important leadership moves a designer can make. You are not micromanaging or crossing lines, but instead establishing expectations and defining the individual responsibilities so the designer, the contractor, and the client are all working toward the same outcome. Clients don't know how this process works unless you show them. Contractors don't know your role unless you define it. And if you're not in the conversation, you can't protect the design.Have a question--click here to ask us.RESOURCE LINKS:Damn Good Workshops - WebsiteOur new Damn Good Workshops started October 8! Look for our new release of subjects coming December 19!These workshops are 2–3 hour deep dives (some more than one day) built for creative entrepreneurs who want to lead with confidence, price with authority, and grow with intention. We created this workshop series with tracks that cover the challenges we know designers face: pricing, sales, client relationships, project management, marketing, and leadership.Each workshop is designed to stand alone — so you can choose the topics that matter most right now — while still connecting to the bigger picture of building a profitable, sustainable design business.Damn Good Designer - Damn Good Designer - WebsiteThe best business coaching for Interior designers—seriously. This is not some wham-bam glamathon; It is the real deal you have been looking for and what is missing from the business coaching marketplace today. The Design Paradigm - The Interior Design Paradigm - WebsiteA 12 month comprehensive and powerful business coaching program for creative entrepreneurs who are serious about running a profitable business and being the expert in the room. It is the only coaching program to combine individual attention & accountability with live group workshops, honest video presentations and customized attention to your needs.Join our FREE Facebook GroupsSmall Business - Think Big - FacebookWhat They Didn't Teach You in Design School - Facebook GroupFor designers who need honest talk and a place to work on the business, marketing and promotion small business owners need. Subscribe to our Newsletter ***Any use of this page and its content to develop or train artificial intelligence or to do computer analysis is prohibited.***

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Brian Grohe, Director of VELUX North America Commercial Sales, to unpack the growing safety concerns surrounding commercial skylights. They explore what unprotected or aging skylights mean for contractors navigating OSHA requirements and planning safe rooftop workflows. Listen in as Brian shares best practices for roofing contractors when it comes to assessing the rooftop skylights and choosing protection options that keep crews safe yet also maintain project efficiency. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com!  https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/     Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up     Sign up for the Week in Roofing!  https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up     Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com   https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop   https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw   https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/   https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss     #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry  #VELUXCommercial  

Edward Ford and Alan Chiasson came to Afghanistan with long résumés in uniform and out. Ford was a Force Recon Marine with combat tours in the Gulf War, Somalia, Iraq, and Afghanistan before moving into high-end security contracting. Chiasson was a Navy Hospital Corpsman and Texas paramedic who'd spent years providing high-risk medical support on PSD and convoy details in Iraq and Afghanistan. When the private security firm SOC (Special Operations Consulting) expanded its mobile operations in Afghanistan, both men ended up on armored Ford F-550 gun trucks running some of the most dangerous roads in the country. At first, their teams hauled critical supplies—ammo, fuel, food, equipment—to isolated Special Forces sites and small outposts the regular military couldn't cover. Then SOC picked up the Department of Defense contract to move something that sounded almost ordinary: the mail. Ford, Chiasson, and their teammates suddenly became the unofficial “Pony Express” of Afghanistan, hauling letters and care packages from Kabul and Bagram along the notorious Ring Road to places like Ghazni, Sharana, Orgun-E, and tiny dirt compounds with nothing but Hesco walls and a few tents. Troops took the mail for granted; few ever thought about the chain of convoys and gun trucks that got a letter from a stateside mailbox to a cot in Kandahar. Postcards Through Hell tells that story from the inside. The “Pony Express” ran four teams in a three-on, one-off rotation so three could be on the road at any time. One team took the long hauls, another ran the shorter Kabul ring route while standing QRF, and a third trained, refit, and got ready to swap in. A “good” day might mean an 18-hour, thousand-kilometer push with no major incidents—what they jokingly called the “Thousand Kilometer Club.” Most days weren't like that. They drove flat-bottom F-550s with level-seven armor and twin turrets, strong against small arms but vulnerable to anything placed directly underneath. Once the Taliban figured out that weakness, a well-buried mine or IED under the chassis could flip a truck or tear it in half. The book is anchored in specific days and events. Ford saved incident reports, op orders, and run paperwork; Chiasson kept a journal. Together they rebuilt a timeline that lets them write, “On April 30 we were here; on May 1 this happened,” instead of “sometime that spring.” Around those convoy stories they layer the wider war: the Camp Chapman suicide bombing; Special Forces “kill teams” at outposts like Ramrod; Italian forces paying the Taliban not to attack them, which meant somebody else—often the Pony Express—became the target. They were there when other contractor convoys got hit, when friends died in F-550s blown apart by stacked anti-tank mines, and when gun trucks limped back into Kabul with wounded men inside and burned-out hulks left behind on the road. Their daily life was built around a simple idea: keep your brothers alive. When they weren't running missions, they were on QRF. When they weren't on QRF, they were working out. When they weren't working out, they were training. They ate together, lived on top of each other in cramped villas and compounds, and used the long Afghan “fighting season”—April through October—to sort out who really belonged there. The easy-sounding mail run weeded people out fast. Some new hires lasted one fighting season, some one mission, some one week. Others stayed for years, until they hit what Ford calls “the wall”—that private moment when you look at a body on a slab, or feel age and accumulated blast damage catching up with you, and decide it's time to go home. Postcards Through Hell doesn't ignore the business side of contracting. Ford and Chiasson talk frankly about companies weighing the cost of vehicle upgrades against death-benefit payouts, replacing seasoned expatriate drivers with cheaper local nationals, and relying on Afghan “expediters” whose loyalties sometimes ran in more than one direction.  The story doesn't end when the convoys stop. The contract itself ran, under different companies, into 2016, and Ford and Chiasson had to cut whole chapters from the book because of classified work and units involved.  At heart, Postcards Through Hell is a book about a very unglamorous, absolutely vital piece of America's longest war.  We're grateful to UPMC for Life  for sponsoring this event!

Find out the EXACT day you'll hit Million Dollar Run Rate: https://bit.ly/p-million-dollar-day-calculator Two years ago, Lily was sitting in a lawyer's office, her business partner had just pulled out, the lease was signed, the money was gone, and she was staring down the barrel of a $70k loan with a newborn on her hip. Most people would've walked away. She didn't. Instead, she backed herself, rallied a village, rebuilt her identity through movement, and turned Limber into one of the most heart-driven, community-led studios in the country. In this episode, Lily opens up about the grit, the healing, the systems, the breakthroughs, and the brutal self-belief it took to go from teaching 10 hours a day and crying in breathwork sessions… to doubling her studio in six months and building a team that actually runs the business with her. Here's what we're covering: How Limber was born from rock bottom, identity loss, and a mountain of debt Why Lily refused to quit, even when everyone told her she should The wild early days: teaching 13 surf-club classes, Pilates in pubs & lugging rollers around town The moment she realised having “no systems” was costing her thousands How hiring a salesperson changed everything (and why she should've done it sooner) The retention system that saved 110k+ a year in churn Why contractors are killing your culture - and how she's building a real “dream team” instead Her breakthrough moment inside Academy that stopped her from quitting How she doubled revenue & members in six months without burning out The bold mission behind Limber - and how she's turning her healing into her life's work … and the studio-number-two vision that will blow your mind Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment below with your biggest takeaway. We read them all. Want to SCALE your business and generate more LEADS? Go Here: https://bit.ly/4kZSlya Want to LEARN proven systems to grow your business without burnout? Go here: https://bit.ly/44XoX5w Connect with us: My website: ⁠https://thegeronimoacademy.com ⁠ IG Geronimo: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegeronimoacademy⁠ IG Hey.Doza: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hey.doza⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://au.linkedin.com/in/andrewhandosa⁠ Chapters: ⏳ [00:00] Rock Bottom: The $70k Loan, a Newborn & a Studio With No Money ⏳ [06:30] Pilates in a Pub?! How Limber Built a Community Before a Studio ⏳ [12:00] Losing Her Identity — And How Movement Became Her Medicine ⏳ [18:00] From 10-Hour Teaching Days to Actual Systems (Finally) ⏳ [22:45] Hiring Sales, Nurturers & Building a Team That Cares ⏳ [27:00] Contractors vs Employees: Why Lily Is Done With the Old Model ⏳ [33:00] The Leadership Breakthrough That Nearly Made Her Quit ⏳ [36:00] Doubling the Business in 6 Months: What Actually Moved the Needle ⏳ [42:00] Mission, Content & Showing Her Face (Even When It Felt Terrifying) ⏳ [47:00] Studio #2, “The Circle” & the Global Limber Vision

Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast!Civil construction has communication and cost-control problems. Everyone knows it. Very few people actually try to fix it.That's what led James Baker to build Varicon, a construction management software platform designed specifically for civil contractors.James didn't come into tech chasing hype or investor buzz. He came into it frustrated. After years of working as a contractor for principals and administering contracts, he kept seeing the same issues everywhere.Too much admin. Too much paper. Too many spreadsheets. And way too much friction killing relationships and cash flow.So, Varicon was born.In this episode, we talked about James growing up in Tasmania, chasing elite rowing overseas, working in Brazil during the oil and gas boom, and how seeing construction from every angle gave him a clearer view of what was broken.And somehow, we also ended up talking about home-brewing beer... and how it nearly landed him a trip to Antarctica.Connect with James Baker: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameshsbaker/ Website: https://varicon.com.au/Connect with Jordan Skinner: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanaskinner/ Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/Do you have an influential personal brand?Take the quiz to find out:http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, PHC News Editor Steve Smith is joined by Christine Boehm, Communications and Events Team Lead at SupplyHouse!Recorded live from the PHCC CONNECT trade show floor this fall, the duo explore how SupplyHouse is helping shape the future of the skilled trades with its Track to the Trades initiative. Now in its second year, Track to the Trades is poised to deliver $100,000 in scholarships, grants, and in-kind donations, benefiting accredited trade schools and organizations such as Tools & Tiaras and Operation Tiny Home. The conversation highlights how SupplyHouse's GRIT philosophy — Generosity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork — guides the program's design, while real-life success stories illustrate the tangible difference this support makes for students pursuing careers in the trades.About Christine: Christine began her career at SupplyHouse in Customer Service and Product Support, where she developed a deep understanding of the company's customers, products, and values — a foundation that continues to inform her approach to communication and engagement today.Christine holds an advanced degree in Nonprofit Leadership and Management, and her academic and professional experiences are rooted in a passion for mission-driven work that builds connection and community. She is dedicated to creating meaningful experiences that reflect SupplyHouse's culture of care - both for its employees and for the tradespeople who power the industry.

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Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Have you ever had a great sales meeting—only to send the proposal and hear absolutely nothing back?Most outdoor living pros, landscapers, and hardscapers don't lose sales because of price—they lose them because their process is unclear. When clients don't know what happens next, how to move forward, or how to say yes, they freeze. This episode breaks down why confusion silently kills deals and how clarity instantly builds trust and momentum.Listeners will learn: • Why confused clients don't ghost—they hesitate • The 3-lane clarity framework top closers use to guide buyers forward • How to simplify pricing, proposals, and next steps to close fasterPress play now to learn how eliminating confusion from your sales process can help you close more projects, build trust faster, and make it easier for clients to say yes.Interested in being the first to know when The CORE 10 drops? Sign up HERE: https://yes.express/core-10/Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.

106 How to Have Better Client Conversations | Expert Strategies with Mike Milan "Cash Flow Mike"   OcZLmOaBv0O9WtkOvXMs   The Entreprenudist Podcast https://entreprenudist.com In this episode of The Entreprenudist Podcast, we sit down with Mike Milan, a respected business strategist known for helping entrepreneurs strengthen client relationships, improve communication, and close deals more effectively. Mike breaks down the real skills behind better client conversations, including: -How to ask questions that uncover client needs -What most business owners get wrong in client discussions -How to build trust fast -The mindset shift that leads to more productive interactions -How to communicate value clearly, without sounding salesy -Practical techniques you can use in your next meeting Whether you're a coach, consultant, business owner, or entrepreneur, this conversation gives you the tools to connect deeper, communicate better, and convert more confidently. -------------------------- About Cash Flow Mike Meet Cash Flow Mike, a business advisor, author, and the creator of the Clear Path to Cash. He's trained over 25,000 business owners, accountants, and bankers, uncovering more than $150 million in hidden cash. Mike helps listeners understand their numbers fast—so they can grow profit, improve cash flow, and build a more valuable business  ----------------  About the Host:  Randolph Love III is the Founder and CEO of ShieldWolf Strongholds, where he helps Franchisors, CPAs, Attorneys, Doctors, Realtors, Contractors, and other Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Home Owners, and Retirees, secure lasting financial legacies.  He is also a trusted franchise consultant, author of the book The Miracle Money Vehicle: How To Make Money Make Babies, and host of The Liquidity Event, a premier gathering on business growth, financial independence, and legacy planning.  As host of The Entreprenudist Podcast, ranked in the Top 10% worldwide by ListenNotes.com, Randolph shares bold, practical insights that challenge traditional thinking. A sought-after speaker, his dynamic style empowers audiences to reduce taxes legally, grow wealth strategically, and take control of their financial destiny. Additionally, he is also the publisher of The Liquidity Journal, a dynamic publication for business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, retirees, and investors. Focused on leadership, strategy, systems, and motivation, it delivers actionable insights that empower readers to grow, lead, and innovate in today's business world.

Death by 1,000 cuts is how the ancient Chinese tortured people. No single cut killed them. However, it was the accumulation of 1,000 cuts that eventually killed the person. I explain what this has to do with your business. It's the little things that could add up and kill your business. This podcast discusses the first cut: Running your business on cash and/or not paying attention to cash trends. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

In this episode, Brandon Pierpont gives painting company owners a clear 2026 growth plan showing exactly where to put your budget (SEO, LSA, Meta) and how to track what matters (CPL, set rate, close rate). You'll learn the Flywheel for painters (Attract → Convert → Compound) so you can book more estimates, win better-margin jobs, and keep crews busy year-round.

In this episode, Building Decarbonization Coalition Founder Executive Director Panama Bartholomy breaks down the rapid rise of heat pumps, the policy landscape shaping the transition, and why contractor confidence is the most important factor in the years ahead.

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#716 What if your origin story isn't what wins clients — but your ability to solve their problems is? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Jay Owen, founder of Business Builders and host of Building a Business That Lasts, shares how he turned a teenage side hustle into a thriving multimillion-dollar agency that now runs mostly without him. Jay opens up about his early struggles, how a pivotal conversation with his wife helped him commit to entrepreneurship full-time, and the mindset shifts that helped him scale sustainably over two decades. He dives into the importance of recurring revenue, why strong messaging is more powerful than flashy design, and how agencies can stay relevant in an AI-driven world by becoming operators instead of executors. Whether you're growing your own agency or just getting started, this episode is packed with timeless advice and fresh perspective! (Original Air Date - 5/7/25) What we discuss with Jay: + Why your story isn't what sells + From teenage side hustle to agency + Importance of recurring revenue + Messaging over design every time + Scaling without burning out + Using AI to increase efficiency + Building a business, not a job + Contractors vs. employees + Speaking as a lead generator + Diversifying services and industries Thank you, Jay! Check out Business Builders at ⁠BusinessBldrs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get a free ⁠⁠video course⁠⁠. Get a free ⁠AI resource⁠. Follow Jay on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You're looking at the schedule and there's a gap. The crew is looking at you, wondering: What do we do now? Most contractors panic and start trading dollars for hours, clinging to the rat race. That stops here. Tim and Derek break down why an off-season isn't a crisis, but an opportunity to build a war chest and solidify trust with your team. If you're stressed about winter, you didn't charge enough, period. Learn to build that financial buffer so you can stop worrying, take care of your guys, and plan for total domination============================================================You want to crack $1M? You need systems and processes that eliminate the fear of the off-season and guarantee cash flow. Learn the Contractor's Code to dominate your market.GET THE COURSE. STOP PANICKING.Contractor's Code to Cracking $1M → https://thecontractorfight.com/code============================================================== Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review.Apple PodcastsSpotify

This episode is powerful because it focuses on when untrained thermography experts peddle fear instead of facts to gain customers. In fact, in this episode, we talk about a few examples where a contractor lied to a customer and how that very act can give the profession a bad name. There is a difference between a Thermographer and a Certified Thermal Electrician, and we set the record straight in this episode. Sit back and enjoy the show.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

This episode is powerful because it focuses on when untrained thermography experts peddle fear instead of facts to gain customers. In fact, in this episode, we talk about a few examples where a contractor lied to a customer and how that very act can give the profession a bad name. There is a difference between a Thermographer and a Certified Thermal Electrician, and we set the record straight in this episode. Sit back and enjoy the show.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support.

This episode is powerful because it focuses on when untrained thermography experts peddle fear instead of facts to gain customers. In fact, in this episode, we talk about a few examples where a contractor lied to a customer and how that very act can give the profession a bad name. There is a difference between a Thermographer and a Certified Thermal Electrician, and we set the record straight in this episode. Sit back and enjoy the show.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

We started this week's show by chatting with BluSky Restoration Contractors' Business Development Manager Pete Marrero on preventing frozen pipes. Next, Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter discusses deeds and the costly mistakes to avoid. Then, Frank Wasilewski, VP of Sales at Access Elevators joins the show to explain how Medicare now covers professional home […]

Today, host Dave Sullivan dives into the marketing challenges that roofing contractors deal with every day. He really stresses the importance of transparency and actually understanding where your marketing dollars are going. Dave shares some real-life lessons from his coaching clients, pointing out why it's crucial to track key metrics, pre-qualify your leads, and make sure your sales and marketing teams are working together. He also gives some super practical tips on how to audit your marketing agency, set the right KPIs, and use tools like Proline CRM to see what's actually working. Dave encourages contractors to focus on booking appointments, building a strong sales team, and joining mastermind groups for extra support. It's all about helping you grow a profitable roofing business, without all the stress!What you'll hear in this episode:Importance of marketing for roofing contractors and common challenges facedInsights into a client's struggles with marketing despite high spendingThe three critical components of a roofing business: selling work, doing work, and keeping scoreNecessity of understanding financial metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)Issues with transparency and clarity in marketing expenditures and resultsThe significance of pre-qualifying leads and tracking conversion ratesRecommendations for effective marketing strategies and budget allocationRole of independent audits to assess marketing effectiveness and agency performanceThe need for a solid sales process to convert leads into customersEmphasis on continuous improvement, tracking, and accountability in marketing and sales effortsResources:Connect with Dave!Text Dave: (510) 612-1450Free Strategy CallWant to grow a more profitable roofing business? Book a free strategy call with Dave here → davesullivan.as.me/free-strategy-callFree ResourceDownload your FREE 1-Page Business Plan for Roofing Contractors → theroofershow.com/planWatch on YouTubeSubscribe for weekly tips and full episodes → @DaveSullivanRooferShowTrusted & Vetted SponsorsRuby Receptionists – US-based professionals who answer your phones live, leave a great first impression, and tee up the sale. Get $150 off your first month → theroofercoach.com/ruby.ProLine – Automate your follow-up and close more jobs with text, email, and CRM integration. Try it FREE + save 50% off your first month with code DAVE50 → useproline.com.SMA Support – Roofing-specific virtual assistants who know the business. Free up your time by outsourcing admin, marketing, and customer service tasks → smasupport.us.

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This episode is powerful because pricing is the #1 issue that destroys contractor profitability, confidence, and scalability. Episode 47 positions YOU to become the authority who understands your value and breaks free from fear-based pricing. Many contractors are working their pricing backward, using an hourly rate, and actually have no idea what their cost of doing business actually is. They fight the low-cost competition only to put themselves out of business chasing that white rabbit down the hole of No Future. Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

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In this episode, Caleb Roth shares what's coming next for the wood care community — including the return of Staining University, happening March 4–5 in Lebanon, TN, and the launch of our biggest content project ever: the Contractor Interview Series.This winter, we're interviewing 100 wood care contractors from across the country — fence guys, deck pros, log home specialists, and pre-stain shop owners — to capture the real stories and lessons from the 2025 season. No scripts, no sales pitches. Just honest conversations that help every contractor in our industry get better.We'll cover what the series is about, why you should join, and how to sign up.What You'll Hear in This Episode:An overview of Staining University and what to expect this yearWhy we're launching a nationwide Contractor Interview SeriesHow these interviews will help elevate the entire wood care industryHow to get featured on the Stain & Seal Experts Podcast, YouTube, and social channelsDetails on what to expect during your interviewHow to prepare and where to reserve your spotIf you're a fence, deck, wood restoration, or log & timber professional, this is your chance to share your story — and help move the entire industry forward.Want to be interviewed?Sign up here: https://stainandsealsupply.com/pages/contractor-interviewsIf you'd like, I can also write:✅ A short intro script you read at the start of the episode✅ A longer YouTube description✅ A social media promo post for announcing this episodeJust let me know. #StainAndSealExperts #WoodCare #ContractorGrowth #DeckStaining #FenceStaining #StartYourBusiness #HomeServices #ProfitMargins #FranchiseOpportunity #OilBasedStain #SmallBusinessScaling #TradesBusiness #EXPERTStainAndSeal

The Trump Administration puts a number on the immigration crackdown in L-A, so far. LA County goes after unlicensed contractors accused of targeting Eaton Fire survivors. The feds say dozens of LA's drinking water reservoirs haven't been cleaned in a decade. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

105 From Navy Vet to Multi-Industry Investor: Marcus Norman Reveals Wealth Strategies That Work The Entreprenudist Podcast https://entreprenudist.com Welcome to another game-changing episode of The Entreprenudist Podcast, the show where real entrepreneurs and business owners tell their stories with transparency, strategy, and truth. In this episode, we sit with Marcus Norman, a Navy veteran turned multi-industry investor known for his expertise in: -House Hacking -ATM Business Ownership Real Estate Investing -Starting a Business vs Buying a Franchise -Growing a Successful Podcast -Investing in CBD & Hemp -Understanding What Makes Money, Not Hype Marcus breaks down: -How he went from a five-bedroom liability to cash-flowing real estate -The mindset shift that separates successful investors from those stuck in analysis paralysis -How to truly understand how an investment makes money -Why working with experts is not optional His personal journey from the Virgin Islands to the military… and into wealth creation

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In this episode, Paul talks about that famous plateau that many contractors experience as they attempt to grow their business. It's not just a mental block; it is a real limitation that will stunt your business growth if you do not learn how to overcome it. In this episode, we will dig into all these topics to help you break that limitation and strive for growth.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

Send us a textIf you're a new business owner, you've probably wondered if you are doing any of this correctly.Should you get an LLC? Do you file a Schedule C? Can you hire your kids? Does a home office hurt you when you sell your house?In this episode, Mike walks through real questions from listeners and gives clear answers to the tax issues that confuse most new entrepreneurs. From 1099 income and deductions to home office rules, the Augusta Rule, and hiring your kids, this Q&A hits the topics every early-stage owner struggles with.