BlueCollar.CEO: Recent Episodes
Ryan Redding, Blue Collar.CEO
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable and kick-ass home service business. Join Ryan Redding each week where he will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.dpmarketing.services/.
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Keating Kuhn is the Co-founder of Gold Eagle Services, a leading HVAC and indoor air quality company creating healthier and more energy-efficient homes. With over 11 years of experience in the industry, Keating specializes in advanced mold remediation techniques like Pure Maintenance dry fogging and is passionate about sustainable living and customer education.
In this episode, Ryan and Keating talk about the HVAC innovations creating healthier, sustainable living spaces.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Dustin Smith is the Owner of Smith’s Plumbing Services, which specializes in residential plumbing services and installation. He also founded 901 Gives, a nonprofit organization that supports local initiatives by providing meals, sponsoring educational events, and assisting families in need. Recognized for his leadership and dedication, Dustin has been nominated for the Memphis Business Journal's Top 40 Under 40.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Dustin discuss how Dustin grew his shop from a zero-person startup to a company with over 50 employees.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Patrick Fee is the Co-founder of Mr. Drain Plumbing, a top-rated local plumber. With over 25 years of experience in the plumbing industry, he began his career in engineering before working as a Regional Manager at Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Patrick talk about how Mr. Drain Plumbing grew to $7 million in just 11 months.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Matthew Stock is the Owner and CEO of U.S. Waterproofing, a third-generation, family-owned company. Under his leadership, the company has become a leading provider of basement waterproofing and foundation repair services in the Midwest. In 2022, Matthew oversaw a strategic partnership with Rotunda Capital Partners to support the company's expansion.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Matthew discuss what it means to scale a third-generation family-owned business into a national platform.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Paul Olsen is the CEO of Koala Cooling, a home services company. He previously served as a Master Plumber. Before Koala Cooling, Paul held plumbing roles at various companies, including 1st Home and Commercial Services and ABC Home & Commercial Services.
In this episode, Paul and Ryan talk about the importance of processes and smart marketing to scale beyond $3 million.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Brian LaMorte is the Founder and Co-owner of LaMorte Electric Heating and Cooling, an environmentally conscious electrical and HVAC contracting company. As a licensed electrician and HVAC technician, he began his career as an Electrician at Cornell University. Brian is also active in climate advocacy, coaching other contractors on transitioning to clean energy technologies and supporting community-wide electrification efforts.
In this episode, Ryan and Brian discuss how to mitigate peak electric demand.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Vincent (Vinny) Tingley is the Founder of Tingley Home Services, an HVAC and electrical company he started in 2003 before selling to an employee in 2021. As a licensed master electrician, he specializes in residential wiring, lighting, and troubleshooting. Vinny is also involved in the Natick Rotary Club, where he has led initiatives in opioid addiction prevention, youth programs, and international outreach, earning recognition as a Paul Harris Fellow.
In this episode, Ryan and Vinny talk about the challenges Vinny faced as a new business.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Chris West is the Founder of Chris West Plumbing, Inc., which he has developed into a leading brand in the industry. With 25 quality-vested team members, Chris West Plumbing was awarded 2024 Arkansas Business of the Year. Chris is an Army veteran with 35 years of experience in the trades.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Chris share leadership insights, including maintaining a strong work culture and growing talent in-house.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Corby Felsher is the Founder and Owner of Central Park Cleaning, a premier house-cleaning service. Luisa McGrath serves as the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. Under their leadership, Central Park Cleaning has achieved a 25% improvement in operational efficiency by implementing advanced time tracking and employee management systems.
In this episode, Ryan, Corby, and Luisa discuss how they run their business on autopilot through systems and processes.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Ray Stubbs is the Owner and President of Tru North Heating & Air, an HVAC repair shop he purchased in 2020. Under his leadership, Tru North has scaled from $400,000 to $4 million. With 16 years of experience in home sales, Ray worked with four $100+ million remodeling companies, including Power HRG, Bath Fitters, Empire Today, and The Solid Wood Cabinet Company.
In this episode, Ryan and Ray discuss how Ray’s focus on people allowed him to scale his business to new heights.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Blake Vantrease is the Owner of Honest Air Heating and Cooling, which he started to provide exceptional customer service through honesty, reliability, and expert knowledge. With over a decade of experience in the heating and air industry, his expertise and integrity have earned Honest Air numerous five-star reviews.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Blake discuss how Blake scaled his small business non-traditionally — without any marketing strategies.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Glenn Frank is the Owner and President of Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning and its sister company, Origin Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Electrical. As a third-generation business owner, he acquired Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning from his grandfather in 1996 and rebranded it from Fort Collins Sheet Metal Co.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Glenn chat about embracing technology and other changes with a short- and long-term mindset.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Josh Thomson is the Owner and CEO of Thomson Air Conditioning, a company he founded in 2005 after years of experience in the Southern California HVAC industry. The company specializes in eco-friendly, energy-efficient HVAC design, installation, and service, earning a reputation for exceptional customer care. Before entering the HVAC industry, Josh sold furniture, clothing, computers, and cars.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Josh talk about leading with purpose and how owners can find motivation in their endeavors.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Vishaun Sugrim is the Co-Founder and President of Perfect Efficiency Air Conditioning Inc., a company specializing in commercial and residential HVAC services. Originally from Georgetown, Guyana, he immigrated to New York City in 2002 and built his career in the HVAC industry. With experience in residential and commercial HVAC, Vishaun has worked with Fortune 500 clients as a Technician at PJ Mechanical.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Vishaun discuss Vishaun’s immigration journey to the US to pursue an HVAC career.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Joe Crisara is the Founder and Service Sales Coach at ServiceMVP, a membership-based community for the home service industry. Widely recognized as “America’s Sales Service Coach,” he has more than 40 years of experience training owners, managers, technicians, and sales professionals on business growth.
In this episode, Ryan and Joe talk about ethical sales practices.
Grab a free copy of Joe’s book here: What Should We Do? How To Win Clients, Double Profit & Grow Your Home Service Sales
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Ryan Lee is a Business Coach at Landscape Lighting Secrets, the world's first coaching program dedicated to the landscape lighting industry that helps contractors double their profits and gain business freedom. With over 16 years of experience in the landscape lighting industry, Ryan was the Founder and President of Majestic Outdoor Lighting, which he grew to $200K a month in revenue before selling in 2019. He also hosts the Lighting for Profits podcast.
In this week’s episode, Ryan Redding hosts Ryan Lee to discuss strategies and frameworks for transitioning from operators to business owners.
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Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Raul De La Vega is the President of JVF Plumbing Contractors, a plumbing company operating in Florida and Georgia. He manages the company with his brother Jorge, who serves as the Director of Operations. Under Raul’s leadership, JVF Plumbing has contributed to major facility remodels, ensuring quality and efficiency in its services. As a master plumber licensed in three states, Raul oversees large-scale projects, including bathroom fixture replacements and water heater installations.
In today’s episode, Ryan, Raul, and Jorge discuss empowering younger generations in the trades and building a legacy of excellence in non-residential services.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Michael Katz is the Co-founder of Trio Heating & Air, which he started with his brother in 2021. After moving to the US from Israel in 2015, he grew the company to $10 million by focusing on continuous learning and recruiting.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Michael chat about doubling the size of your business.
Check out the episode with Michael’s brother David here:
“How To Buy Back Your Time With David Katz” on Blue Collar CEO
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Lynn Wise is the Founder and CEO of Contractor In Charge, which offers a decentralized and scalable answering and bookkeeping system for home service contractors. With over 20 years of experience in corporate sales and management, she holds certifications as a Profit First Professional and QuickBooks Pro Advisor. Lynn has owned multiple small businesses, including a plumbing and heating repair and remodeling company, and is the author of Build It, Grow It, Sell It!
In this episode, Ryan and Lynn discuss how to transform your business from profitable to valuable.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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David Katz is the Co-founder and CEO of TRIO Heating & Air, which scaled from 0-$10 million in revenue in two years. The company was chosen as a national company of the year in 2023 by Carrier and Bryant. Service Titan’s founder highlighted TRIO as a success story of the year in a 2023 Pantheon Keynote speech.
In today’s episode, Ryan and David discuss three strategies for buying back your time.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Nancy O’Hare-Zika is the Co-owner of Home Service Marketing Hub, a marketing platform for home service businesses. She is also the Owner of Yellow Dog Creative, a full-service creative agency for home service companies. As a dynamic speaker, Nancy gives engaging keynote presentations on marketing for the trades.
Megan Bedford is a seasoned marketing expert and the Co-owner of Home Service Marketing Hub. With over two decades of experience in the home service industry, she owned an agency, Driven Local, and served as a fractional CMO for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical companies across North America. Megan has also founded an organization encouraging young professionals to pursue careers in the trades.
In today’s episode, Nancy, Megan, and Ryan share strategies for home service businesses to level-up their marketing.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Cory Huffman is the Owner and Operator of ColdFactor Heating & Air Services LLC, which provides HVAC installation, repair, service, and maintenance. As a second generation HVAC owner, he began as a marketing and sales director in corporate America before founding an HVAC company 14 years ago.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Cory discuss what Cory learned from working with his dad and the upcoming changes in the HVAC space.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Roland Ligtenberg is the Co-founder and SVP of Growth and Innovation at Housecall Pro, a mobile operating system for home service businesses. He specializes in identifying scalable growth channels and creating product growth loops. As a serial entrepreneur, Roland was a Founding Member of Qualcomm Labs and built businesses in various industries, including scuba-diving, consulting, poker, and residential painting.
In this episode, Ryan and Roland discuss key considerations for selecting software for your home service business.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Stephen Biggs is the President of Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC, & Generators, a locally owned business with over 75 years of experience. He grew up in the industry working with his father. After spending three years in the US Army, Stephen returned to the industry and has spent 34 years working in manufacturing, wholesale, and contracting.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Stephen discuss unique approaches to craftsmanship and customer service.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Austin Debalski is the President of Debalski Heating & Cooling, a residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC company. He began as a technician in the HVAC industry 12 years ago before transitioning to entrepreneurship.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Austin talk about Austin’s transition from bible school to HVAC entrepreneurship.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Renee Lucas is the Co-owner of LCS Heating & Cooling, which provides residential and commercial services in Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. The team at LCS has earned a Top 10 Customer Service award. Renee also received the 2023 Woman of the Year award and the Vanguard Award for premier coaching.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Renee discuss the three areas stagnant business owners should focus on.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Larry Kohn is the Owner and Operator of Olympian Plumbing, a full-service plumbing company in Chicago. He spent the first eight years of his career as an apprentice and foreman before bidding on commercial plumbing projects, from planning and specifications to designing and building budgets.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Larry discuss Larry’s business lessons, including the importance of branding, making mistakes, and celebrating wins.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Joe Crisara is the Founder and Service Sales Coach at ServiceMVP, a membership-based community for the home service industry. Widely recognized as “America’s Sales Service Coach,” he has more than 40 years of experience training owners, managers, technicians, and sales professionals on business growth.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Joe discuss selling services at a higher value.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –John Akhoian is the Founder and CEO of Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, where certified, licensed, and insured plumbers use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and repair maintenance issues. He is also the author of Creating 99 Millionaires and The Secret to Real Wealth.
In today’s episode, Ryan and John talk about the cost of growth.
Purchase John’s books here: https://rooterhero.com/books
Check out John’s previous episodes here:
- From Blue Collar to Big Impact: Rooter Hero’s Rise With John Akhoian
- Scaling Your Business Masterclass with John Akhoian
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Bob Muller is the CEO and President of Personal Plumbing Inc., a medium-sized plumbing business offering viable solutions to homeowners and businesses needing installations, upgrades, maintenance, inspection, and repairs. Bob’s entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to hard work, and passion for providing the highest quality service earned his company top ratings on Google and Yelp. With 30-plus years of experience as a master plumber, his perspective on business has grown and endured despite an ever-changing economy.
In this episode, Ryan and Bob talk about preparing for an exit with private equity.
Check out a previous episode with Bob here: “The Importance of Mentorship in Building a Home Service Business With Bob Muller” on Blue Collar.CEO
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Tony and Ashlee Koth are the Owners and Presidents of Tom’s Air Conditioning, which has been in the HVAC business for three generations. As a third-generation business owner, Tony specializes in custom sheet metal fabrication, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and residential and commercial installations. After Tony’s father passed away, Tony and Ashlee took over the business as sole employees.
In this week’s episode, Tony, Ashlee, and Ryan discuss building a company culture where your employees feel valued and appreciated.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Keith Flores is the CEO of HVACGOD, HG Home Services, and HG Home Guardian. With over 30 years in the HVAC service industry, he serves as a sales driver and brand builder in the home service industry. Before his current ventures, Keith founded National Heating and Cooling, which he scaled from zero to $4.5 million in less than a year before getting acquired and becoming a $1 billion national home service company.
In this episode, Ryan and Keith discuss creating opportunities for the next generation of trades professionals.
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Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –John Ellis is the Owner and President of Gretna Plumbing, which specializes in residential plumbing repairs and drain cleaning. With over 15 years of experience as a master plumber, he started the company with a $3,000 investment before scaling to millions of dollars in 10 years.
In this episode, Ryan and John discuss how to price services, serve customers, and build value.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Kevin LeSage is the CEO of SearchLight Digital, the fastest-growing revenue analytics company in the home service industry. He grew up in the home service industry, helping his father clean copper pipes for his plumbing business. After spending 11 years working in the automotive space implementing data-driven digital marketing strategies, Kevin founded SearchLight to help contractors improve revenue growth.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Kevin discuss the importance of exposing your data and the future of the home service industry.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Chris Buttenham is the Co-founder of Reins, which creates custom phantom stock and profit-sharing plans to retain employees. Previously, he co-founded Obie, a knowledge management software acquired by Seismic in 2021.
In this episode, Ryan and Chris discuss how to retain top talent in your organization through rewards and equity incentives.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Darren Yarbrough is the Co-founder and CEO of Yarbrough & Sons, a family-owned and operated HVAC and plumbing business. After starting the company in 1988, Darren worked as a service tech, installer, manager, planner, and advisor. Yarbrough & Sons has grown from a mom-and-pop shop to a team of over 55 technicians.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Darren talk about leadership, managing a family business, and community involvement.
Listen to the episode with Leslie Harpoole here: http://www.bluecollar.ceo/ep-28-leslie-harpole
Listen to the episode with Stephen Christopher here: https://www.bluecollar.ceo/how-to-use-mindfulness-to-lose-stress-and-take-back-control-of-your-life-with-stephen-christopher-founder-of-wit-digital
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Charlie Felker is the Co-founder and CEO of Free2Grow, an AI voice tool that supports the trades. Before Free2Grow, he owned and operated a multistate home service business that he sold in 2019. As a graduate of West Point, Charlie served in the Army from 2006-2011.
In this episode, Ryan and Charlie discuss how AI voice tools will alter the customer experience in the home service industry.
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Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Robert Keefer is the Co-founder and CEO of Kongify, a home service branding agency. He has built million-dollar home service companies from the ground up. Robert’s mission is to make high-quality branding accessible to smaller businesses.
In this week’s episode, Ryan talks with Robert about all things branding for home service companies, including barriers and pros and cons.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Chute is the Managing Partner of Wizard of Ads®, a branding agency for service-based businesses. He is also the Co-founder of Cognoscenti Syndicate, where he invests in residential home service companies, professional service businesses, and real estate. As a marketing and sales expert, Ryan works with entrepreneurs to 4x their businesses.
In this episode, Ryan Redding and Ryan Chute talk about marketing and branding for home service businesses.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Aaron Gaynor is the Founder and CEO of Eco Plumbers, which recently expanded to include heating, cooling, and electrical services. After his first contracting company collapsed during the 2007 financial crisis, he trained in green plumbing techniques and built a plumbing company using innovative products like tankless water heaters. Aaron also founded The Eco Plumbers University, which has taught professional plumbing skills, workmanship, and customer service delivery to over 100 graduates.
In this week’s episode, Aaron and Ryan discuss Aaron’s early business failures and how he scaled Eco Plumbers to multiple million dollars by attracting top talent and building a culture.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Brigham Dickinson is the Founder and President of Power Selling Pros, a leader in customer service and call handler training. As a CSR coach, he has coached over 900 CSRs in the US, Canada, and Australia. Brigham is also the author of Pattern for Excellence, Something to Give, and Patterned after Excellence.
In this episode, Ryan and Brigham discuss CSR coaching and training, including why you shouldn’t give your CSR team sloppy seconds on bagels.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Chris Koch is a Head Coach and Trainer at BDR (Business Development Resources), a premier provider of business training and coaching services. He coaches and consults HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other home service contractors. With over 25 years of HVAC and plumbing industry experience, Chris founded a startup, completed two acquisitions, assimilated cultures, executed financial turnarounds, and developed home service divisions into significant profit centers.
In this episode, Ryan and Chris talk about how celebrating your team’s wins can positively influence company culture.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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John Akhoian is the Founder and CEO of Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, where certified, licensed, and insured plumbers use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and repair maintenance issues. He is also the author of Creating 99 Millionaires and The Secret to Real Wealth.
In the latest episode, Ryan and John discuss how the simple act of giving back has propelled Rooter Hero to be one of the largest plumbing companies on the West Coast.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Richard Willard is the Vice President of Customer Success at Authority Brands, which includes 16 leading home service franchisors, including BuyMax, a company that provides buying rights, networking, and exclusive products to home service businesses. Richard is also the VP of Customer Success at BuyFin, a consumer financing company for home service professionals. In his role, he positions BuyFin to contractors to grow their businesses. He also focuses on internal processes and customer satisfaction.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Richard discuss BuyFin’s financing options for home service businesses.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Mary Geiger is the Owner and President of All About the Pipes Plumbing, an award-winning plumbing contractor in Charlotte, NC. After working as an accountant for her ex-husband’s HVAC business, she founded All About the Pipes in 2017. Mary also volunteers for various charitable organizations for those less fortunate.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Mary talk about leadership structures and adapting to business stress and chaos.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Matthews is the Owner of MyGuy Plumbing & Drain, a family-owned and operated residential plumbing company in Toms River, NJ. He has been providing high-quality plumbing and HVAC services to residential and commercial clients since 2018. With a master plumbing license and over 10 years of experience in the field, Ryan installs, designs, repairs, and maintains various plumbing and HVAC systems.
In this week’s episode, Ryan Redding and Ryan Matthews talk about building a people-focused culture and team.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Junior Marte is the Owner of Hamptons Air, a leading provider of HVAC services in the Hamptons, New York. With over 20 years of industry experience, Junior and his team have built a reputation for delivering reliable and high-quality heating and cooling services to clients. He began working at his dad’s pizza shop before transitioning to the HVAC industry.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Junior discuss the ins and outs of leadership and partnerships.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
John Wilson is the President of Wilson Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Electric, the second-largest home services provider in Northeast Ohio. He has grown the company to $100 million in revenue in eight years. John is also the host of the Owned & Operated podcast, which shares growth stories of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC companies.
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In today’s episode, Ryan and John talk about how to scale a home service business the right way.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Daniel Simon is the Founder and CEO of Coast, a fleet card and expense management platform. As a venture-backed entrepreneur and C-suite executive, he co-founded Bread, a data-driven tech payments company that was acquired by Alliance Data Systems. Daniel focuses on building effective products and high-performing teams.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Daniel discuss fleet spending management for growing home service businesses.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Andrew Manning is the Owner of Backup Plumbing in La Grange, Kentucky. As a master plumber, he has spent the past six years scaling his business from the ground up.
In this episode, Ryan and Andrew talk about Andrew’s best-kept secret to business growth.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Lance Ford is the Owner of Bizzy-B Plumbing, an award-winning residential plumbing service company. With over 18 years of experience in the plumbing industry, he served an apprenticeship for five years before becoming a CEO.
In this week’s episode, Ryan and Lance discuss how Lance transitioned from a plumber to a CEO.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Curtis Duncan is the Owner and CEO of Quality Home HVAC, a family-owned company specializing in residential service and dual-fuel heat pump installations. Curtis and his wife Candace have propelled the company to over 60% year-over-year growth. Having transitioned from digital marketing and sales, he brings a unique perspective to the HVAC industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Curtis discuss the inner workings of a family-owned and operated business, including communication and adapting to technology.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Obed Guzman is the Owner and CEO of Alma HVAC Inc., a premier provider of HVAC solutions for commercial buildings. As a first-generation immigrant from Mexico, Obed and his wife Alma moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, and founded Alma HVAC Inc. to give back to the community. As a senior HVAC technician, he has over 25 years of experience executing commercial, residential, and industrial installations.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Obed talk about identifying and creating opportunities in the HVAC space.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Aaron Salow is the Founder and CEO of XOi Technologies, a digital field service tool for the trades industry. He founded the company to close the gap in skilled trades workers, fostering rapid growth for businesses. Inspired by his father’s career in the blue-collar industry, Aaron has worked as an entrepreneur and employee in manufacturing and construction.
In this episode, Ryan and Aaron discuss how XOi helps technicians save time in the field.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Dave MacDonald is the Owner and Founder of Better Together Group, a group of staffing companies that provide specialized recruiting services for clients and personalized services for job-seekers. The companies include Revolution Staffing, Essential Staffing, and Help Unlimited, each serving specialized markets and demographics.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Dave discuss workforce and economic trends, including hiring and firing and other internal culture dynamics.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Sandy Papavero is the Director of Sales and Marketing at CEO Warrior, a membership dedicated to teaching plumbers, electricians, contractors, and HVAC technicians to lead and scale their businesses. As a certified life coach, visionary entrepreneur, and hypnotherapist specializing in T.I.M.E techniques, Sandy works with professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs to help them expand value and realize their full potential. She is also a business coach for prominent figures like Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes.
In today’s episode, Sandy talks with Ryan about the profound impact of mindset on business growth.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Matthew Query is the Owner and Lead Inspector at Freedom Home Services, a home inspection business based in South Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in residential construction, warranty, and internal quality inspections, he holds a South Carolina Residential Builder license, is a licensed home inspector in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Indiana, and holds a Certified Master Inspector designation. Matthew served in the Infantry for the Indiana National Guard for 6 years, where he earned the rank of Sergeant.
In this episode, Ryan and Matthew talk about trends in the inspections and real estate spaces, including shifts in data usage.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Gus Puga is the Owner and CEO of Airstream Services, which offers electrical, heating, and AC repair in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. After moving to Tennessee from Southern California in 2005, Gus transitioned out of the automotive industry and founded Airstream Services to offer ethical service and build long-term client relationships.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Gus talk about Gus’ most reeling business challenges, and how he turns high-ticket turnovers into valuable opportunities.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Dalton Hadley and Zach Jones are the Owners of Air Support Heating and Cooling, an HVAC provider in Louisville, Kentucky. In just one year, they scaled the business from zero to $1.5 million. Now in their second year of business, the pair manages operations in multiple locations. Dalton has experience in HVAC management, installation, and service, while Zach has a background as a sales consultant in the financial services industry.
In this episode, Ryan, Zach, and Dalton talk about Air Support Heating and Cooling’s explosive yet sustainable growth and the knowledge the duo gained throughout the journey.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Al Levi is the CEO and Consultant at The 7-Power Contractor, a business consulting and training firm that has helped hundreds of service and installation-based contracting businesses streamline their operations. He is also the author of The 7-Power Contractor, which includes seven principles for business success. After working more than 25 years as a contractor and leader for his family’s home service business, Al sold his share and began a consulting service catering to contractors.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Al share strategies from Al’s book for sustaining profitability at scale.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Andy Wyatt is the Founder of WyattWorks Plumbing, a family-owned business providing fast, reliable, and same-day plumbing services. He began his journey in the trades 43 years ago, working alongside a master plumber. Andy is also the original software architect of PricebookPro.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Andy talk about how Andy grew his business to $10 million and the role of faith in his journey.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Paul Carmody is the President of Successware, an industry-leading business management software provider for home service companies. With more than 20 years of experience as a senior executive, he has worked in the SaaS, internet infrastructure, supply chain, and manufacturing industries. Before Successware, Paul served as the COO of Nicus Software in the IT and financial management industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Paul delve into the importance of having strong operations and solid goals.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Josh Moryl is the Owner of JM Mechanical, which provides top-notch furnace and air conditioning repairs, as well as plumbing and electrical services. With over 15 years of experience in the HVAC industry, he became a master at the craft while working as a technician before founding JM Mechanical to provide honest, customer-centric, and reliable service.
In the latest episode, Ryan and Josh discuss how Josh grew his business from a startup to a multimillion-dollar operation and the role of middle management and failure in his success.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Matt Stone is the President of Stone Heating and Air, which specializes in residential and commercial AC and heating repair and maintenance. With over 30 years of experience in construction, he is also the Owner and President of Pressure Point Roofing, LLC. Matt founded Stone Heating and Air to provide superior service and enhanced maintenance.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Matt talk about Matt’s leadership ideas and how he influences others with his determined mentality.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Nikki Bridge is the Owner of Viking Heating & Air Conditioning, which offers full-service heating and cooling repairs, installation, tune-ups, maintenance, and more. She and her husband started the business with nothing before scaling it to a multimillion-dollar company.
In this episode, Ryan and Nikki talk about how to scale personal skills and development, and why you should take a step toward achieving your goals.
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BlueCollar.CEO –Thomas Mathisen is the President and Managing Partner of Tommy Cool Air, a full-service heating and cooling contractor. He founded the company in 1994 to bring homes and businesses quality and reliable services. Serving the Corpus Christi area, Tommy Cool Air specializes in servicing and installing complete heating and air systems, including Trane air conditioners.
In this episode, Ryan and Thomas discuss Thomas’ background in the trades and the various iterations of his business.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Stephen Akian is the Owner of Akian Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning. As a Master Plumber and Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD), he has experience in commercial plumbing and HVAC. Akian Plumbing was voted “Best of the Best” by Market Surveys of America, and the company’s five-star reviews and loyal client base demonstrate a devotion to providing first-rate customer service and proven methods.
In today’s episode, Stephen and Ryan talk about Stephen’s journey into the trades, how he scaled to nearly $12 million, and the role of a leader in building a team.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Khadija J Head is the CEO of Head’s Plumbing Sales and Service, Inc., the oldest black-owned, full-service plumbing company in the state of Georgia. As a certified Women-Owned Small Business and Minority Business Enterprise, Head’s Plumbing provides professional plumbing services for commercial, state, local, and federal clients. With 15 years of experience as an NCAA college basketball coach, Khadija empowers and encourages teamwork in small groups and diverse environments.
In this episode, Ryan and Khadija talk about Khadija’s transition from Division I sports to her family’s plumbing company.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Paul Sanneman is the Founder and President of Contractor Staffing Source, which provides full-cycle construction staffing services. As a serial entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience, he has founded several coaching companies and has consulted more than 400 construction companies. He is passionate about coaching and helping business owners build successful teams to make more money in less time.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Paul discuss the top six hiring myths most companies believe, and how to save time and money on your recruitment strategies.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Monique Allen is the CEO and Creative Director of The Garden Continuum, a landscape firm that focuses on the complete lifecycle of landscaping projects. As a regenerative business coach, she strives to improve land, lives, and professional satisfaction through Life-Scaping and compassionate business-building. Monique is also a landscape industry advocate, published author, and educator.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Monique chat about alternative approaches to landscaping.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Brett Neal, CPA is the Owner of High Velocity Accounting, which helps HVAC business owners understand their finances to build profitable companies. As a consultant and advisor to home service businesses, he helps entrepreneurs manage bookkeeping and accounting services to scale and nurture their teams. Brett also works with CRMs like Service Titan and Housecall Pro to deliver timely financials.
In this episode, Brett and Ryan talk about the framework for making informed financial decisions.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michael Moorhouse is the President of Mosquito Shield, which provides residential and commercial customers with professional mosquito and pest control services. Having started as the branch manager of the company’s flagship office before advancing to president, he has grown alongside the franchise. Michael continues Mosquito Shield’s partnerships with the International Franchise Association, the New England Franchise Association, and the American Mosquito Control Association, ensuring compliance with customer, employee, and franchise owner needs.
In this episode, Ryan and Michael discuss building leadership structures in seasonal businesses.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Al Fagundes is the Owner and President of A. Fagundes Plumbing & Heating Inc., a family-owned and operated business that has been offering high-quality workmanship in Massachusetts since 2003. As a Master Plumber, Al is skilled in troubleshooting heating and AC systems and strives to maximize customer satisfaction.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Al discuss Al’s early years in business, the lessons he learned from scaling too quickly, and his community outreach efforts.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Claire Ficke is a Business Development and Partnerships Manager at CompanyCam, an app designed to enhance team communication and build customer trust through field captures. Claire is responsible for fostering relationships and collaborating with influential industry leaders. She is a conference speaker who highlights the importance of photo documentation for business growth.
In this episode, Ryan and Claire discuss why incorporating CompanyCam is an asset for team development and improved customer service.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Elena Chrimat is the Co-owner of Ideal Air Conditioning and Insulation, a full-service residential and light commercial home performance company specializing in heating and air, duct sealing, insulation, ventilation systems, and energy audits. Elena has been integral in the company’s growth since launching in 2009. A pioneer in the industry, Elena was featured in Home Energy Magazine’s “Thirty Under 30” issue, is a founding board member of the Building Performance Association, and has helped her company receive the ENERGY STAR Century Club Award annually since 2013.
In this episode, Ryan and Elena discuss the lessons she learned the hard way while scaling her business.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Kevin Berounsky is the Owner of Douglas Orr Plumbing, Inc., a family-owned business providing repairs and installation services in Miami, FL. At 13 years old, Kevin was hired as a shop helper and gradually promoted to positions with leadership opportunities. His primary responsibilities include purchasing, day-to-day operations, and business development for the service department.
In this episode, Ryan and Kevin discuss how to leverage business diversification to withstand evolving economic, political, and social landscapes.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jason Mangone is the Co-founder and CEO of Newbury Franklin Home Services, a nationwide provider of concierge maintenance services. In 2006, Jason graduated from Boston College with a BA in political science, and in 2013 graduated from Yale University with his MA in international relations. He served as an Infantry Officer for the United States Marine Corps and as COO for a nonprofit. Ready for the next step in his career, and a desire to contribute to an organization through hands-on leadership, Jason set out to purchase a company — introducing him to the concierge maintenance industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Jason discuss how to scale innovative business ideas in unconventional ways. Jason also shares why his company focuses on OKRs (Objective and Key Results) versus KPIs for standard business measurements.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Alexander Ortega is the Owner of Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage Inc., a plumbing company providing residential and commercial services in the North Shore and the Northwest Chicago suburbs. Alexander has 33 years of experience in the industry and has owned his company for over 23 years. Under his leadership, Reliance Plumbing has been honored as an Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner and maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
In this episode, Ryan and Alexander discuss the growing pains associated with a flourishing business. Alexander also offers three pieces of wisdom to fellow entrepreneurs.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michele Seaman is the Co-owner of L&M Service Specialists, which provides service and support for HVAC systems, fireplaces, space heaters, and fire pits. At 26 years old, Michele began her career in the HVAC industry as a service technician for a utility company. She completed her four-year apprenticeship with some of the highest test scores ever received among her peers. Michele and her husband have owned and operated their own HVAC business for 25 years.
In this episode, Ryan and Michele discuss her passion for igniting inspiration through education.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Gina Camacho is the Co-founder and COO of BlueRecruit, a recruiting platform connecting trade workers with employers. Gina and her husband realized the difficulty companies had in hiring and sought a better solution that didn’t rely on sifting through unqualified resumes. Her background in the technology industry, customer success, project management, and project development have assisted in the platform’s success.
In this episode, Ryan and Gina outline five principles for building an in-house training program to expand your company’s hiring base.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Christina Wilson is the CSO of Budget Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, a family-owned and operated HVAC company servicing St. Charles and St. Louis, MI. Christina is an expert in sales and customer service and is skilled in project management, policy analysis, and market analysis. She is a member of Women in HVACR and is involved in two advisory boards for Service Nation Alliance. Last year, Christina sold $1.2 million worth of home warranty upgrades.
In this episode, Ryan and Christina confront the stigma surrounding home warranty companies and discuss how to overcome negative industry assumptions.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Masami Middleton and Jason Tatum work with CallRail, an intelligence platform designed to help businesses track the effectiveness of marketing strategies on lead conversions. Masami is an experienced marketing executive and strategy consultant who has helped market companies ranging from $10 million to $7 billion in revenue. She is passionate about helping B2B organizations build high-performing marketing teams and increase revenue.
Jason is the VP of Product at CallRail. He specializes in introducing new products to the market and enabling cross-functional teams to deliver value to their customers. Jason’s professional experience includes nonprofits, publicly traded, and private startup tech companies. Currently, he’s leading a team working on innovative solutions for the next generation of business owners.
In this episode, Ryan, Masami, and Jason discuss how emerging AI technologies can immediately elevate the value of customer transactions and generate increased company revenue.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jim Bergmann is the President of measureQuick, a commissioning platform designed to help HVAC businesses generate revenue and increase productivity. Jim has experience as a technician, instructor, company owner, salesperson, technical writer, and design engineer. His background in multiple industries has honed his ability to communicate vision and long-term goals — providing insight into the challenges of the HVAC industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Jim discuss how measureQuick’s technology adds value to your customer and increases your company’s revenue.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Lucas Cellino is the President and CEO of Cellino Plumbing, a family-owned and operated plumbing and HVAC company servicing Buffalo, NY since 1995. Lucas started in the business at 12 years old, helping his dad on jobs between hockey practices. In 2002, he was hired on as a soil relocation engineer and by 2016 he was serving as the company’s President and CEO. Lucas is also the Managing Partner of Cellino and Wangelin Construction.
In this episode, Ryan and Lucas discuss how community involvement can impact your company’s culture and your bottom line.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Allan Peschke, Michael Hutchins, and Chad Harrison are representatives at Authority Brands, a home service franchise company helping increase franchise owner’s, homeowner’s, and employees’ quality of life.
Allan Peschke joined the team as the Lead Development Representative after working as an electrician for the past seven years and is passionate about helping business owners achieve their dreams.
As the Franchise Development Manager, Michael Hutchins has 20 years of experience building brands and growing companies. He works alongside entrepreneurs in the franchising industry, fueling his passion for helping business owners succeed.
Chad Harrison serves as the company’s Franchise Sales Representative and is responsible for finding candidates to help launch their own business. With 15 years of experience in restaurant management and sales, Chad is equipped with the resources needed to assist rising entrepreneurs.
In this episode, Ryan, Allan, Michael, and Chad discuss the process and benefits of owning a franchise.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Tommy Mello is the Founder and CEO of A1 Garage Door Service, a national leader in the garage door sales and service industry. Since founding the company in 2007, he has grown it to $200 million in yearly revenue. Tommy also founded The Home Service Expert, where he serves as a podcast host, author, keynote speaker, and consultant helping home service entrepreneurs scale their businesses.
In this episode, Ryan and Tommy talk about Tommy’s extraordinary growth journey, hiring based on company culture, and leaving an incredible legacy.
Resources:
- The Home Service Expert | Podcast
- The 7-Power Contractor: Run Your Contracting Business With Less Stress and More Success by Al Levi
- Rilla
- Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan
- CHIRP
- The E Myth: Why Most Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber
- How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie
- Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
- Tommy Cares
- Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan Martell
- Acquisition.com
- Elevate: Build a Business Where Everybody Wins by Tommy Mello
- Home Service Millionaire: How I Went From $50,000 in Debt to a $30+ Million Business in 7 Years by Tommy Mello
- Tommy Mello: Website | Shop Tour
- “Secrets of the Trades” newsletter
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –David Johnson is the President of Covenant Services, a company offering plumbing, backflow testing, and excavating services. David, who formerly worked in pest control, bought into the plumbing company to expand his portfolio. As an experienced executive, he knows how to increase profit margins and implement strategies to aid in his business’s success.
In this episode, Ryan and David discuss the idea of viewing your business as a nonprofit to ask yourself: Would anyone want to work for me?
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Josh Teekell is the Founder and CEO of SmartAC.com, a member-based platform helping contractors sell smart maintenance, digitize their client interactions, and grow their customer base. Josh is passionate about his entrepreneurial endeavors and is eager to invest in promising companies. Before founding his company, he built a $50 million company selling outdoor amenities to Texas homeowners. His entrepreneurial spirit is elevating the HVAC industry for contractors and their customers alike.
In this episode, Ryan and Josh discuss why maintenance agreements are crucial to maintaining ongoing customer relationships and SmartAC.com’s strategy for improving conversion rates.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Konrad Orzechowski is the President of Kay Plumbing Services, a residential and commercial plumbing company serving Richland and Lexington Counties in South Carolina since 2008. Konrad is a second-generation plumber with 20 years of experience in the industry. Before becoming a certified plumber, he graduated with a degree in physics from the University of Maria Curie — Sklodowska. His passion for the trade is seen in the quality service his company provides.
In this episode, Ryan and Konrad discuss how providing service contracts helps build a loyal customer base, the secret to hiring the right employees, and the lifetime warranties Konrad offers.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Fallon Dyle is a Research and Development Chemist at Highside Chemicals, a chemical product manufacturer for HVAC purposes. Fallon is responsible for creating chemical solutions that combat common problems found in the field. Currently, she is developing a product to target and eliminate drain buildup caused by aluminum coils.
In this episode, Ryan and Fallon discuss why there has been an increase in drainage system clogs and how she plans to rectify the issue. If you're looking for an HVAC load calculator, click here.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ruth King is a profit and wealth guru, passionate about providing resources for contractors to establish their businesses, build their wealth, and give back to their communities. She helped two partners that were generating $750,000 grow to break $10 million — later sold for $9 million in cash. Ruth’s resources, including the Profitability Revolution Paradigm and her award-winning books, allow her to help businesses reach their full potential.
In this episode, Ryan and Ruth discuss the three places in your financial statement where you can look for instant profitability.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Sarah Ghirardo is a Senior Marketing Operations Manager at Service Titan and Matt Tyner is the Vice President of Brand Experience at MAX Service Group. She's been in the trades for about 7+ years, cutting her teeth in the industry as a director of marketing. She now helps manage Lady Titans, a free woman in the trades organization group.
Matt has been in the trades for over 14 years and has been on the distribution, e-commerce, and contractor sides of the industry.
In this episode, Ryan, Sarah, and Matt discuss the marketing mistakes companies in the trades make during a recession, why you need to maintain a top-of-mind awareness during uncertainty, customer acquisition and lead generation tactics, and more. Click here for a list of the best plumber marketing companies.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jake Giffin is the CEO of HALO Home Services, a multimillion-dollar inspection company that specializes in termite, rodent, and pest control. With over 20 years of experience in business development and sales, Jake has led two companies to be named top 100 in the nation. He is passionate about people achieving their personal and professional goals, inspiring him to become a personal coach. His podcasts, GOAD and Hero Alliance, provide an outlet for him to exercise his creativity and serve others.
In this episode, Ryan and Jake appeal to entrepreneurs looking to start their businesses and discuss how to hire employees and allocate cash reserves.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jim Anderson is the Founder and President of J.L. Anderson Heating & Cooling, offering air conditioning services and products, knowledgeable replacement advice, and quality installations. Jim’s 30-plus years of experience in the industry have allowed him to grow his skills and abilities in value engineering, contracting, and business coaching. His top priorities are fostering a safe and reliable workplace for his team while simultaneously providing his customers with the best service.
In this episode, Ryan and Jim discuss why technicians are not always the best business people.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Rich Levert is the Owner of Allied Repair Company, an electrical and plumbing service company that focuses on 24/7 customer service. He started the company in 2012 with electrical services, and expanded to include plumbing services in 2017. Since launching the company, he has grown his business to accommodate 18 employees. Rich views each day as an opportunity to learn how to be a better husband, father, and employer.
In this episode, Ryan and Rich discuss the early struggles of starting a business, the lessons learned along the way, and the success he has experienced as a result of his hard work.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jaime DiDomenico is the President of N&M Cool Today, providing air conditioning, heating, plumbing, and electrical services. Jaime started his career in the home services business in 1981 while working in a warehouse. After graduating with a degree in accounting, Jaime purchased a small company, growing it from $2 million to $40 million in 15 years.
In this episode, Ryan and Jaime discuss market domination and changing your perspective on the customer.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Travis Smith is the second generation Owner of Sky Heating, AC, Plumbing & Electrical, providing quality services throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. Initially founded in 1979 by Travis’ father, William Smith, he grew up surrounded by the trades. He started as an installer in 2001 and by 2014 he was serving as the company’s president.
In this episode, Ryan and Travis discuss the process of becoming a professional engineer and how to successfully retire from the industry.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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David Crandall is the Owner of Crandall Heating & Air, offering residential and commercial HVAC repairs and installation. He is also the Owner and Principal Agent of Four Oaks Insurance Agency and the Executive Director of School Photographers of America. As an entrepreneur in three unique industries, David is passionate about mentoring and training leaders across each discipline.
In this episode, Ryan and David discuss topics such as leadership, culture, relationships, and the three kinds of people you need in your life to succeed.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Drew Roberts is the CEO of ProSource Plumbing Supply, a company providing plumbing supplies, luxury plumbing fixtures, lighting installments, and household hardware from reputable manufacturers. As an experienced executive, he has an elaborate history in the wholesale industry. He is knowledgeable in business development, negotiations, market planning, and operations management. His passion is prioritizing his team and putting others’ needs above his own.
In this episode, Ryan and Drew discuss servant leadership and how to develop the values in an organization.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Cynthia Adams is the CEO and Co-founder of Pearl Certification, a software services company that verifies and certifies home energy assets for property value. Cynthia is also the Co-founder of the Virginia Energy Efficiency Council. In both of her positions, she aims to focus on growing the cleantech industry. Cynthia is the recipient of the 2020 Charlottesville Business Innovation Council’s Entrepreneur of the Year award. She also received the Ville Linden Winnington Leadership Award from the Building Performance Association in 2018.
In this episode, Ryan and Cynthia discuss the Inflation Reduction Act, how it will impact contractors, and what the government is doing to provide necessary information to consumers.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Lauren Acosta Huckleberry is the President of Acosta Heating & Cooling, a family-owned HVAC and electrical company providing service to Charlotte, NC. While in high school, Lauren helped her father on occasion with clerical tasks. In 2008 she decided to pursue the business more seriously and was hired on as a salesperson at the company. Since becoming president, Lauren has grown them from a $5 million business to a $10 million business.
In this episode, Ryan and Lauren discuss developing trade technicians by growing skill sets to be the best in their industry.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Eric Light is the President and Owner of Precision Air Heating & Cooling, a heating and air conditioning company servicing Chester County, PA with timely service at a reasonable price. A former bank employee, Eric is passionate about building cultures within organizations that attract customers and encourage employee engagement. While the transition from banking to the HVAC industry appears dissimilar, he recognized that both focus on serving customers.
In this episode, Ryan and Eric discuss the importance of building a thriving culture within your organization.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Grant Bledsoe is the Founder and President of Three Oaks Wealth, a financial planning firm providing business owners with financial planning, advice, and investment management. Grant is passionate about helping business owners and entrepreneurs align their finances with their business interests. With more than 15 years of experience, his extensive knowledge of the financial service industry is an asset to his clients and listeners of his podcast, Grow Money Business.
In this episode, Ryan and Grant discuss how to make your money work for you, pay fewer taxes, and live the American dream.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jackie Stark is the General Manager at Yellow Dog Creative, a full-service marketing agency specializing in marketing trade businesses. Jackie is passionate about leveraging marketing to grow the customer and talent base for trade companies. Handling the day-to-day tasks gives her insight into the industry and how companies can benefit from strategies she’s found effective.
In this episode, Ryan and Jackie discuss the importance of building a community into your business brand.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Lynn Wise is the CEO and Founder of Contractor In Charge, an answering service and bookkeeping tool for plumbers, electricians, and HVAC professionals. Lynn has over 35 years of experience owning multiple small businesses and 20 years in corporate sales and management. She is passionate about empowering business owners to implement growth strategies and enjoy the benefits of running a small business.
In this episode, Ryan and Lynn discuss AI and how technology will impact the future of the trades.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Christina Bazzel is the Managing Director at United Air Temp, an HVAC company providing dependable residential plumbing services. Christina is skilled in talent management, recruitment, corporate development, and networking. With 20+ years of hands-on experience, she has developed and led many highly competent teams.
In this episode, Ryan and Christina discuss the relevance of employee attraction and retention in business development.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Krystal Hobbs is the Owner of Reflective Marketing, a social media marketing agency helping local businesses dominate the market and scale their business. Believing that local businesses are the heartbeat of the community, Krystal is passionate about helping small trade businesses thrive. Her team has trained the top one percent of Facebook advertisers, making Krystal’s agency a leader in the North American market. She began her podcast, Beyond the Tools, to feature trade experts experienced in marketing as a resource for contractors working to grow their businesses.
In this episode, Ryan and Krystal discuss how successful companies diversify their marketing strategies.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
BlueCollar.CEO –Gary Elekes is the Co-owner of iMarket Solutions, a digital brand management firm specializing in website design for trade businesses, optimization post-sale, social media platforms, email strategy, and reviews management. Gary is also the Founder and CEO of EPC Equity, a private equity firm. With over 30 years of experience as a serial entrepreneur, he is passionate about sharing what he’s learned with young entrepreneurs.
In this episode, Ryan and Gary discuss the importance of constructing marketing strategies and how to perceive shoulder seasons.
BlueCollar.CEO –Bonnie Clymer is the Director of Marketing and Product Development at MRCOOL, a manufacturer designing DIY ductless mini splits that allows customers to save money by installing their own air conditioning unit. Bonnie’s experience in business, graphic design, social media marketing, and website management contributes to her insight into the marketing industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Bonnie discuss the shift in marketing strategies and leveraging social platforms for your company’s benefit.
BlueCollar.CEO –Lori Tschohl is the Owner of Eagle Pipe & Mechanical LLC, a women-owned HVAC company providing commercial and residential services. After retiring a $10 million franchise for McDonald’s in 2011, Lori opened two Pandora jewelry stores in 2012. Since 2019, she has given her attention to developing her own company. She is a recipient of the 2010 Women of Influence Award from the New York Business Journal and has demonstrated that level of success in multiple industries.
In this episode, Ryan and Lori discuss transitioning between industries, the growing pains of new business ventures, and mentorship for women in the trades.
BlueCollar.CEO –Rusty Cochran is the President of We Care Plumbing Heating & Air, the premier residential and commercial plumbing, heating, and air conditioning company in Southern California. A former rock and roller, Rusty turned his passion for music into a passion for his customers and employees. Originally operating out of the family living room with two employees, the company has grown to employ 200-plus individuals and is steadily growing. Rusty believes the company’s success is attributed to its mission to “go the extra mile” for its customers and the dedication of its employees to make it happen.
In this episode, Ryan and Rusty discuss the company’s history and how to leverage private equity partners.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jeremy Lewis is the President of Gleason Plumbing, Heating, Air and Electric, an HVAC company delivering professional service in a timely manner. With more than 10 years in the industry, Jeremy is a proficient problem solver and instructor. He is skilled in relationship building, supportive communication, and expectation-setting — improving productivity and business operations as a result.
In this episode, Ryan and Jeremy discuss the transition from commercial contract work to residential services and the differences between business models.
BlueCollar.CEO –Rodney Koop is the Owner and CEO of The New Flat Rate, equipping contractors with a profitable menu pricing system to take the pressure out of sales and provide customers with more options. An electrician with 40-plus years of experience and 12 unrestricted electrical licenses, Rodney has proven himself as a knowledgeable entrepreneur and master at his craft.
In this episode, Ryan and Rodney discuss the phenomenon of the 15-second second window of decision-making and how to use it to your advantage.
BlueCollar.CEO –Billy Stevens is the Founder and CEO of SERA Systems, a field service management software company implementing AI to help small to large-sized HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and home service businesses grow financially. Billy began his career in 1996 after purchasing an HVAC and plumbing business from his father-in-law. Incorporating time-saving strategies and scheduled weekly training sessions allowed him to stay ahead of his competitors. As a serial entrepreneur, licensed master plumber, and forward thinker, Billy is a leader in the industry in efficiency and probability.
In this episode, Ryan and Billy discuss how integrating efficient strategies leads to profitability and the benefit of allowing teams to help run your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Bob Muller is the CEO and President of Personal Plumbing Inc., a medium-sized plumbing business offering viable solutions to homeowners and businesses needing installations, upgrades, maintenance, inspection, and repairs. Bob’s entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to working hard, and passion for providing the highest quality service earned him top ratings on Google and Yelp. With 30-plus years of experience in the industry, his perspective on business has grown and endured in spite of an ever-changing economy.
In this episode, Ryan and Bob discuss the importance of mentorship when starting a business and creative solutions for those struggling to find the right mentors.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Fenn is the Founder and CEO of Chiirp, a platform designed to automate follow-up messaging for home service businesses that leads to increased ROI. Ryan founded Chiirp after scaling his windshield repair business from one location to nine due to implementing text messaging automation. Within a year of putting together his team, Ryan launched Chiirp’s first MVP.
In this episode, Ryan and Ryan discuss how automated messaging technology impacts your top line and allows you to maximize your bottom line.
BlueCollar.CEO –Stephanie Allen is the Co-founder and Owner of Air Works Heating & Cooling, a family-owned and operated HVAC company servicing Camarillo and Ventura County in Southern California. Since launching the company in 2010, Stephanie and her husband, Kevin, have earned a reputation for being highly skilled and meticulous while maintaining honesty, integrity, and ongoing relationships with their customers.
Stephanie completed her MBA and JD in three years from the University of Alabama before moving back to California with Kevin to launch their business and start their family. As a visionary, she is an excellent leadership coach who believes the best way for leaders to learn is by making mistakes.
In this episode, Ryan and Stephanie discuss how being in business with your spouse influences your business, marriage, and family. Stephanie also emphasizes the role of leaders and why she allows them to fail.
BlueCollar.CEO –Chad Peterman is the CEO and President of Peterman Brothers Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, a family-owned and operated company that provides the best HVAC, plumbing, and electrical careers in Indiana. Established by Chad's father in 1986, the company employs more than 250 people and owns more than 100 trucks servicing satisfied customers. They maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and are recipients of the Angie’s List Super Service Award.
Chad firmly believes growing your company begins with empowering your employees. Exemplifying his mission, Chad founded Peterman Top Tech Academy, a trade school specializing in restoring honor and tradition to the trades, which prepares its graduates for a career in the family business.
In this episode, Ryan and Chad come together again to discuss the value of empowering your employees, leadership philosophies, and what Chad found to be the most beneficial decision he has ever made.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jim Bodine is the Owner of CJS Heating & Air, providing customers with HVAC maintenance, repairs, and installations in Ohio and Indiana. Jim is committed to providing quality service with integrity and transparency — the kind of quality he’d want his grandmother to receive. With 30 years of experience in the HVAC field, Jim continues his dream to build, buy, and rebuild residential HVAC businesses.
In this episode, Ryan and Jim discuss the importance of truly knowing your operating expenses and pricing your services accordingly to turn a profit and grow your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michael Marvon is the Founder, Owner, and Operator of Lesco Plumbing, Heating & Cooling. They are a family-owned company that prides themselves on their honesty and sincerity.
From a young age, Michael had a fascination with how things operated and also enjoyed helping others complete mundane tasks. By 22 years old, he was one of the youngest to pass the New Jersey master plumbing exam and the New Jersey business law exam. With the purchase of his first van, he became his own boss and never looked back.
In this episode, join Ryan and Michael as they discuss the fundamentals of a successful startup, Michael’s advice for young entrepreneurs, and the importance of following through on your intentions.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michelle Jeppesen is the Director of Business Development and Customer Success at Jill's Office, a virtual receptionist firm that books over $2 million of work monthly for clients. Michelle has an MBA and behavioral science background and is obsessed with helping small businesses systematize and grow.
Michelle and her team are on a mission to help business owners create a phenomenal customer experience and gain their financial freedom.
In this episode, Ryan and Michelle discuss having a system to pick up the phone 24/7, the biggest challenges for receptionists, keeping communication lines open, and more!
BlueCollar.CEO –Lawrence Castillo is the President of Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning, Los Angeles’ most awarded HVAC company three years in a row. He is one of the industry’s top operators, generating record revenue growth for well-respected West Coast companies over the past 20 years. He has thorough experience in constructing and implementing blueprints for multiple operations.
In this episode, Ryan and Lawrence discuss the necessary fundamentals to add revenue to a new business.
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Rachel Fears is General Manager at Air Services Heating, Cooling, and All Service Professional Plumbing, one of the largest residential HVAC and plumbing companies serving Springfield and surrounding areas. She crossed over from insurance into the trades as a CSR in January 2015 and eventually grew to her current position.
Through her position, Rachel pursues her passion for the inclusion and advancement of women in HVAC. She also educates her clients and team members on maintaining their significant investments in their homes.
In this episode, Ryan and Rachel discuss why you should have external and internal customer service, the challenges of changing mindsets, taking care of the team while they take care of business, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ray Clark is the Head of Sales and a founding team member of Schedule Engine: a customizable online booking service. His life is dedicated to helping contractors bring customer experience to the next level through modern and online scheduling solutions.
Ray’s an engineer by trade and got his MBA from Villanova University, where he studied consumer psychology and go-to-market strategy. He is determined to help contractors to meet the expectations of today's homeowners and grow their businesses.
In this episode, Ryan and Ray discuss why your home service company should focus on customer experience, how to use Schedule Engine to improve your business, and more!
BlueCollar.CEO –Evan Hoffman and Thaddeus Tondu are Co-founders of On Purpose Media, a digital marketing agency for home service businesses. They started the company out of frustration with their previous print media and marketing job and now work for clients in diverse niches.
Evan and Thaddeus originally met doing direct sales for Cutco Cutlery before founding On Purpose Media to focus on offering website, SEO, and Google ad services to home care businesses.
In this episode, Ryan, Evan, and Thaddeus discuss the common marketing struggles in the trades during current economic uncertainty, the importance of having a marketing strategy, how to keep your team small and lean, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Zac Garside is the CEO of Power Selling Pros, where contractors have gone since 2015 to turn customer service into a profit center. He coaches CSR teams on how to book more calls and help more customers. He joined the company in 2015, rose through the ranks, and became the CEO after he shared his vision for the company. Today, he and his team have trained more than 1100 CSRs across the home services industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Zac discuss the fundamental principles of excellent customer service, the importance of consistency, the pillars of success, and much more!
BlueCollar.CEO –Max Rohr is the Education and Industry Engagement Manager at Caleffi Hydronic Solutions in North America. They are manufacturers of Italian brass components for plumbing and heating systems. Max has 20 years of experience in installation, design, and training and with customers and trade associations. He has also worked with co-development bodies and manufacturers to share the message about energy-efficient building and plumbing systems.
In this episode, Ryan and Max discuss the value of energy efficiency and environmental impact, why hydronics are less prevalent in the US than in Europe, common misconceptions about energy efficiency, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Greg McAfee is the Founder and President of McAfee Heating & Air Conditioning Co. He is passionate about helping fellow business owners take their companies to new heights. In 1990, he started McAfee Heating and Air with $274 and a used truck. Today, it is one of the most successful companies in the Midwest.
Greg is the author of the book ‘Build and Grow Your HVAC Business,’ and the inventor of the business game TOBGOB, an innovative board game that teaches teams how to act like an entrepreneur. He is often called upon to share his expertise with business owners throughout the United States.
In this episode, Ryan and Greg discuss the latter’s 30 years in the trades business and what he has learned about growing a business in a recession, running a lean operation, and more!
BlueCollar.CEO –Danielle Putnam is the President of The New Flat Rate, a flat rate menu pricing system for residential contractors that sells for you by giving your customers choices.
Danielle was a Board Member, a former President, and now an Advisory Board Member for Women in HVACR. She's also on the Board of the EGIA Foundation. When Danielle is not talking to contractors, she's training for the next half marathon or traveling.
In this episode, Ryan and Danielle discuss the struggle contractors have pricing their services to be profitable and how The New Flat Rate can help solve that problem.
BlueCollar.CEO –Aaron Husak is the CEO of Balanced Comfort, a general HVAC and insulation contractor in California. Aaron started in the solar industry before transitioning to energy audits, inspecting heating and air conditioning contractors' work.
He worked for a few contractors in the San Diego area before moving back to Fresno to start Balanced Comfort. He continued to do energy audits on customers' homes for about four years while growing the company.
In this episode, Ryan and Aaron discuss the secret behind Balanced Comfort’s fast and sustained growth, the plateaus they encountered, the importance of culture, and how they got on the Inc. 5000 list.
BlueCollar.CEO –Erica Leonor is a Director of Business Development at GoodLeap LLC – a sustainable home solutions marketplace that provides point-of-sale technology for professionals serving millions of people. She primarily focuses on customer service and sales training.
Erica also serves on the Board of Directors for Women in HVACR and was a Customer Service Trainer at Power Selling Pros.
In this episode, Ryan and Erica discuss how her experience outside home services gives her unique perspectives on the value of CSR, sales, and financing for the trades.
BlueCollar.CEO –David Loessberg is the CEO of Campbell's Plumbing & Heating in Bozeman, Montana. He is an experienced leader and process improvement expert with a focus on procurement, project management, contracts, supplier management, and data automation areas. He started his career in aerospace working for Boeing before transferring to tech. When David is not working, he is a husband, father of four, hunter, runner, and basketball referee.
In this episode, Ryan and David discuss developing workforce culture in a home service company, the practical implications of a good culture, how the company's culture helps with attrition, and much more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Corey Hickmann is the Owner of Comfort Matters Heating and Cooling, located in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Corey started the company with his wife in 2005. Comfort Matters has enjoyed steady growth in sales, profitability, and people over the years. Corey and his team have a long list of awards including being listed twice on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies. Corey is also a Service Nation Advisory Board Mentor.
In this episode, Ryan and Corey discuss DISC personality profiles, finding the right team member, how to plan team growth, and why you should hire and promote lazy people.
BlueCollar.CEO –Joshua Page is the President of three electrical companies: JP Electric and Son, Inc., Ruel Electric, and Patriot Electrical Contracting & Service Corp. He is a TEDx Salon Speaker, a motivational speaker, and the author of the book, What Does Your Daddy Do? Joshua is also the creator of the Contractor Money Blueprint through which he helps small contractors under ten employees make more money and be profitable.
He is also a Coach/Speaker at Iron Lab LLC, where he helps married men find their purpose, live life with passion, and create financial freedom.
In this episode, Ryan and Joshua talk about the importance of having a mindset of persistence and how it helped Joshua build his businesses and turn a $97k IRS debt into an opportunity.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jenny Benbrook is the Founder and CEO of Powerhouse Consulting Group, a company of ServiceTitan experts and HVAC software consultants helping maximize investment by building, operating, and maintaining accounts. Jenny is an HVAC sales and marketing expert motivated by results and exceeding expectations by inspiring trust. She is skilled at establishing professional relationships, identifying organizational inefficiencies, and building efficient teams.
In this episode, Ryan and Jenny discuss implementing the ServiceTitan platform and why you would consider hiring a company to manage groundwork.
BlueCollar.CEO –John Akhoian is the Founder of Rooter Hero Plumbing, the largest privately held residential plumbing and HVAC company in California. John started the company in 2011 with a single truck servicing the Orange County, California area. Today, the company stretches as far as Phoenix with over 250 trucks.
In this episode, Ryan and John talk about the different skill sets you need to scale your business, mistakes to avoid, the right mindset to have, and the importance of influence.
BlueCollar.CEO –Dale Sorrell is the Principal and Owner of Advantage Plumbing Heating and Cooling, a company that serves the Stillwater region with complete HVAC and plumbing services with green options. Dale has operated in the HVAC and plumbing business for the past 19 years.
Instead of retiring, Dale decided to expand into larger markets at the age of 58, still having fun while building a network of top performers in the trades. He acquired H&M Heating and Cooling three years ago and recently took over Comfort Incorporated Heating and Cooling as well.
In this episode, Ryan and Dale discuss growing through acquisitions, the importance of structure for a team, and letting other people lead with their skills and strengths.
BlueCollar.CEO –Justin Pollack is the President of Perfect Home Services: a heating, cooling, and plumbing company in the Chicago area. He joined the company as a salesperson in 2018 where he rose to president in just over five years. He is a high-performing and strategic sales leader who has consistently delivered revenue and profit growth.
In this episode, Ryan and Justin discuss improving your sales process, how your mission impacts your bottom line, the essence of culture, and the three things you need to focus on to grow your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michelle LaFrance is the Owner and Founder of Ductless Directory. Previously, she ran a digital agency, Smarty Pant Web, and started working with ductless contractors in 2008. She helps them grow their ductless business with a unique and effective methodology. Some clients have called her program a “secret weapon” while others have named her the “Duchess of Ductless.”
In this episode, Ryan and Michelle discuss her secret to standing out, how SEO is like a symphony, and other expert tips to grow your ductless business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jenn Shue is the General Manager of Barbosa Plumbing and Air Conditioning, a company that has served the Dallas area with plumbing, heating, and cooling services for over 40 years. She’s been with the company for over four years and in the HVAC industry for 17 years.
Jenn began her career in the HVAC business as a Customer Representative, answering the phone and filing papers. She has since risen through the ranks and garnered a wealth of experience.
In this episode, Ryan and Jenn talk about the critical KPIs for your company that helps motivate your technicians, why you need to document your processes and the power of the right mindset.
BlueCollar.CEO –Amanda Powell is the Director of Training at Power Selling Pros. She trains customer service representatives at home service companies across the United States and Canada to help them win more moments and book more calls. She has trained hundreds of companies across her extensive career.
In this episode, Ryan and Amanda discuss the three things that you can do today to dramatically improve your customer experience through your representatives. Amanda also talks about her own experiences with customer service and how she has applied them to her training.
BlueCollar.CEO –Joshua Page is the Owner and President of three electrical companies: JP Electric and Son, Inc., Patriot Electrical Contracting & Service Corp, and Ruel Electric. Joshua is also a TEDx Speaker and Author of the children's book, What Does Your Daddy Do? He is the mastermind of Contractor Money Blueprint where he helps small contractors be more profitable through how-to videos and worksheets.
In this episode, Ryan and Joshua talk about how everything in the trades changed after 2020 and the importance of having a persistent mindset. They also discuss Josh’s book, the importance of free markets, and why you always need to answer the phone.
BlueCollar.CEO –Olga Carr is a Territory Manager at Insco Distributing, Inc., a family-owned air conditioning wholesaler serving Texas and Oklahoma for more than 60 years. She's a high-achieving saleswoman, passionate about growing small businesses and recruiting people into the AC and heating industry. She is a South Texan and Mexican American with a vision to create a successful plan for other family-owned companies.
In this episode, Ryan and Olga talk about the Inflation Reduction Act and everything about the federal government's tax credits, rebates, and incentives that you can use to help your customers save a lot of money.
BlueCollar.CEO –Brian Campbell is the General Manager of Campbell & Company: a heating, cooling, electric, and plumbing company in Washington state. He began his career at the company as the Vice President of Operations.
Brian grew up loving the company and waiting for his chance to contribute to the family HVAC business, started by his father over 40 years ago in a garage. He earned an MBA from Boise State University before joining the company in 2013 to drive operational improvements.
In this episode, Ryan and Brian discuss the power of consistent improvements in trade operations. They also discuss how these improvements helped the 40-year-old Campbell & Company continue to evolve.
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Kelly Presgrave is the CEO and Co-founder of Work With Your Handz, an agency that offers recruitment solutions specifically for residential services, commercial services, and construction companies.
Kelly is a graduate of George Mason University with a BA in finance, a graduate of Cornell University’s Talent Management and Acquisition program, and a member of SHRM. She continues to gain insight into the constantly evolving recruitment industry, and her background in finance helps her in both business development and client management.
In this episode, Ryan and Kelly discuss her journey into offering recruitment solutions to home service businesses. She shares her experience on the best practices to attract and keep high-quality employees.
BlueCollar.CEO –Paul Olsen is the Operations Manager at 1st Home & Commercial Services, a company providing cost-effective repair and maintenance for plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services in Austin, Texas.
Paul started his career as a plumber but has spent the last 15 years in management positions for various home services companies. He has made it his mission for the past couple of years to transform his company's culture in Austin, Texas from the ground up.
In this episode, Ryan and Paul discuss why culture is one of the most critical aspects of your business and how to improve it.
BlueCollar.CEO –Paul Adams is the Chief Growth Officer and Founder of Royal House Partners, a residential and commercial contractor specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. He previously worked as the former Owner/Executive with Service Experts LLC, developing a deep expertise as an executive in home services and business development.
In this episode, Ryan and Paul discuss what makes a home service business attractive for acquisition, whether you should consider selling your business, whether a growth partner is right for your company, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jennifer Frith is a Customer Experience Coach at Nexstar Network, where they help the world's best tradespeople become the world's best business people. At Nexstar Network, Jennifer helps business owners succeed by empowering their frontline team members through coaching and training to deliver exceptional customer experience.
In this episode, Ryan and Jennifer discuss tactical empathy, developing relational skills, and a framework to help you train your customer reps and technicians for quality customer experience.
BlueCollar.CEO –Dan Antonelli is the President and Chief Creative Officer of KickCharge Creative, a branding agency in New Jersey for home services companies. They do everything from naming, tag lines, truck wrap design, brochures, collateral, billboards, uniforms, and some web design.
Dan oversees all aspects of brand design and development for KickCharge clients. He relishes helping small businesses crush competition with disruptive brands integrated on wraps. He is a wizard when it comes to creative branding and is also the author of a book on the subject: Building a Big Small Business Brand.
In this episode, Ryan and Dan discuss people's big misconceptions about branding their home services businesses, its impact, and the mistakes to avoid when branding your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ken Rusk is the President of Rusk Industries, a multi-million dollar construction company in two separate locations with over 200 employees. He is also a best-selling author and blue-collar advocate showing that there’s no degree required for comfort, peace, and freedom.
Ken spent his younger years digging ditches and working in construction. As a blue-collar entrepreneur, he never went to college but instead models an alternative career path to success without university degrees and student loan debt. He mentors and coaches young people in goal setting, life visualization, career paths, and sound financial planning.
In this episode, Ryan and Ken discuss the comfort, peace, and freedom of being a blue-collar entrepreneur, why Ken wrote the best-seller Blue-Collar Cash, and much more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jennifer Clements is the Co-founder of Clement's Electric and the Founder of League of Contractors, a lead generation app by contractors for contractors. Through League of Contractors, Jennifer helps home service professionals become referral partners and generate leads to grow together. On the app, contractors can refer others and get paid for it, and only one contractor receives a referral per time, eliminating competition for leads.
Homeowners use the app to request services, select the top-ranked contractor, or put their request in the marketplace where only one contractor can pick up the order. That means no bidding wars between contractors, so homeowners are not bombarded with phone calls.
In this episode, Ryan and Jennifer discuss Jennifer's experience in the trades, how she started helping contractors generate referrals, and her thoughts and tips for growing a trades business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jessica Woodruff Smith is the Process Manager at AirWorks Solutions, a company providing HVAC services to Ventura County with a focus on customer service. She’s been in the trades for sixteen years, including her father’s HVAC business where she worked in every position until the company’s acquisition.
Jessica is a Co-founder of LadyTitans, a group designed to empower women in their careers and help others see women's value in the trades.
In this episode, Ryan and Jessica discuss the value of networking in the trades, how to get started, and other fun topics like how to pronounce GIF.
BlueCollar.CEO –Kate Cinnamo is the Executive Director of Explore The Trades, a non-profit focused on bridging the technical talent gap in the plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical trades. The organization is committed to developing the next generation of a skilled workforce by changing the perception of the trades.
Before joining Explore The Trades, Kate was in the senior housing and healthcare industry for over 10 years. She was the Director of Community Relations for Ebenezer, an adult healthcare facility.
In this episode, Ryan and Kate discuss closing the technical skills gap of the trades and how to gain exposure. They also talk about maximizing your influence in local schools so that more people will consider the trades.
BlueCollar.CEO –Armando Ramos is the Owner of Plomero en Phoenix, a leading plumbing company in the Phoenix valley. Armando has been plumbing for about 12 years but started his company seven years ago. He has learned to leverage his massive following on TikTok to create a geographical influence for both Spanish and English speaking communities. With the help of rebranding, a memorable jingle, company values, and even one of the tiktoks having about 60 million views- Plomero En Pheonix has created an accountability and trust within the Arizona community.
In this episode, Ryan and Armando discuss social media for the trades and why you should think differently about leveraging social media for your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Nate Henry is the Vice President of Channel Resellers for BirdEye, a customer experience platform that enables businesses to acquire and retain customers. He has held leadership roles in sales and business development departments for various digital marketing software and services companies.
In this episode, Ryan and Nate talk about the importance of customer experience and the customer’s journey. They discuss how these are some of the crucial elements most companies ignore but have a massive impact on their bottom line.
BlueCollar.CEO –Joshua Crouch is the Founder of Relentless Digital, a marketing company for the trades. Josh comes from an HVAC background, having worked nine years in the industry at three different contracting companies before starting his own company.
Crystal Williams is the Founder and Creative Director of Lemon Seed Marketing, a whole brand marketing company that manages the strategic efforts of companies that want to see growth. She also comes from an HVAC background, as her family has owned an air conditioning company in East Texas for 47 years.
Stephen Christopher has been in digital marketing since 2007. He is the founder of Wit Digital, where they make websites for home services companies, and has seven years of experience serving that niche.
In this episode, Ryan, Stephen, Crystal, and Joshua discuss how to get more leads, the best source of ROI, leadership, working with your vendors, the truth about running PPC ads, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Chad Peterman is the President of Peterman Brothers Heating, Cooling & Plumbing. It is a family-owned-and-operated service company that has worked in the Indianapolis area for over 29 years. They specialize in residential service and replacement along with multi-family construction and rehab projects.
Chad is proud of the opportunity to lead a company his father started in 1986. He and his brother have taken the business to the next level by expanding to different parts of Indiana. Chad is also the Founder of Peterman Top Tech Academy and Host of the Can't Stop the Growth Podcast.
In this episode, Ryan and Chad talk about Chad's journey into leadership in the service business in his 20s, the painful lessons along the way, how the industry has changed since the COVID pandemic hit, and much more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Matthews is the Owner of MyGuy Plumbing of Tom Rivers. Ryan cut his teeth in the industry doing new constructions and remodeling before founding his company. When he was in a vocational technical school, Ryan was into construction but decided not to be a one-trick pony. At the beginning, he found it hard to build clientele, so he took on a lot of remodeling jobs and grew his repertoire from there.
In this episode, Ryan Redding and Ryan Matthews discuss the latter's journey into the service business, his biggest mistakes, how he has grown to owning six trucks in under five years, and the learning curve of the industry.
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Kathy Nielsen is a business development consultant popularly known as "The Chicken Lady." She owns Chicken Lady Speaks, where she coaches business owners on establishing standard operating procedures. She also helps them to run more efficiently and offers ServiceTitan/Quickbooks training.
Kathy has been working in trades for years. She was once the Office Manager at 72 Degrees Heating and Air, General Manager at Schaal Heating and Cooling, and Operations Coach at The Blue Collar Success Group. She's also been married to a technician for 26 years and counting.
In this episode, Ryan and Kathy discuss why trade businesses struggle with operations, the shocking reason some team members fail to carry out their tasks, how to improve your business operations, and much more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michelle Van Beek is a business coach and the COO of ServiceRocket Group, a trusted software partner to thousands of enterprises, including Atlassian, Workplace, and Digital.ai. She was also a part of Service Hero Academy before transitioning to her current role. In her coaching, Michelle impacts businesses positively and fulfills her passion for helping people on a larger scale. She offers online and on-site training for contractors to help improve their operations and grow their business.
In this episode, Ryan and Michelle discuss the shoulder season, aka GRIND season that all companies will face. Regardless of the speciality, there is seasonality because there is always a peak season. Michelle shares the how seasons affect your home service business, preparing for peak periods, and how to keep clients coming all year round in this episode.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michelle Van Beek is a business coach and the COO of ServiceRocket Group, a trusted software partner to thousands of enterprises, including Atlassian, Workplace, and Digital.ai. She was also a part of Service Hero Academy. In her coaching, Michelle impacts businesses positively, fulfilling her passion for helping people on a mass scale. She offers online and on-site training for contractors to help improve their operations and grow their business.
In this episode, Ryan and Michelle discuss the secret sauce to success in the trades business — which many plumbing and HVAC home service companies struggle with.
BlueCollar.CEO –Judson Burdon is the Founder and President of Asphalt Kingdom, a source for asphalt seal coating equipment and asphalt products. He created the company to help property owners maintain their asphalt surfaces cost-effectively, increasing property value and curb appeal.
Judson started Asphalt Kingdom in 2004 at the age of 21 after selling his paving company and relocating from Canada to Anguilla in the British West Indies.
In this episode, Ryan and Judson discuss Judson’s journey in the trades, starting the business from scratch, growing it, and exiting for multi-millions of dollars within a couple of years. Judson also shares what it's like running an eight-figure business that helps other people build and scale their trades businesses and reach their dreams.
BlueCollar.CEO –Johnny Wenzel is a Marketing Consultant at ServiceTitan, and Dylan Kessler is the Principal Product Manager at ServiceTitan. ServiceTitan is a platform that delivers a seamlessly integrated experience that enables thousands of trades business owners to accelerate growth, drive operational efficiencies, and provide a superior customer experience.
Before joining ServiceTitan, Johnny worked at a marketing agency focused on the trades, where he managed all of the PPC. Dylan spent the last 15 years building marketing technology and business collaboration tools on product teams at various other organizations before working for ServiceTitan.
In this episode, Ryan, Johnny, and Dylan discuss how companies in the trades business are wasting money on marketing and why connecting marketers and business owners together enables them to leverage shared data and make them more profitable.
BlueCollar.CEO –Stephen Dale is a Trainer and Coach at Power Selling Pros, a training and coaching organization that turns disorganized, overwhelmed CSRs, Technicians, and Leaders into confident well-oiled machines that make more money.
He boasts 15 years of experience as an operations manager for three Dallas-area companies. As a trainer and coach, Stephen specializes in putting strategic plans into action through exceptional presentation and public speaking skills, with a solid ability to inspire and lead others to achieve their personal and professional goals.
In this episode, Ryan and Stephen discuss why your skill set and experience are not the only essential things for your business and why you need to harness every opportunity to create a fantastic experience for your customers and employees.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Redding is the Owner of DP Marketing Services, an agency that is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and provides digital marketing solutions for home services companies so they can produce quality leads and generate higher profits. They specialize in websites, SEO, PPC, social media, and reputation management.
Ryan is the host of the Blue Collar.CEO podcast, which is all about helping companies build a better, more profitable, and more sustainable home services business.
In this episode, Ryan talks to Boris Clemente, Sales Account Executive with DP Marketing Services, about the many hats he's had to wear over the past year, how he serves clients at DP Marketing Services and why he started the Blue Collar.CEO podcast. Ryan shares the lessons he's learned over the past year, what the new year holds, and a lot of exciting side attractions like flying radio-controlled airplanes.
BlueCollar.CEO –Dan Dowdy is the Founder of Built for the Trades, an executive leadership coaching, training, and mastermind community explicitly built for the trades. He is also a second-generation master plumber, certified John Maxwell Coach, trainer, and speaker, with over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur in the home services space.
He dedicates his life to giving back to the trades all he’s learned, believing that success in life and business starts within — working on yourself first before focusing on what’s around you. Dan is transforming home services business owners through leadership development coaching that helps them break through the growth ceiling that’s common in most home services businesses.
In this episode, Ryan and Dan discuss the struggles trades business owners face with leadership development, hiring top talent, and the difference it makes if you get both things right.
BlueCollar.CEO –Michael Claudio is the Owner of WinRate Consulting, a construction sales consultancy and recruitment company. Michael has taken nine years of corporate sales training success and paired it with five years of construction sales success across several companies to create a proven process and procedure that increases revenues and profits by solving the biggest complaints in the industry.
He started his sales and management career in retail with Verizon Wireless before working in their enterprise business-to-business sales team. During his time in Corporate America, Michael was given some of the best training in the world and developed obsession-like energy for consistency, communication, and the client experience.
Michael has proven his system and processes to Identify, Target, Qualify and Acquire clients works. With a heavy focus on communication, follow-through, and follow-up Michael believes any company can increase sales and profits and he wants to be the one to help you do that!
In this episode, Ryan and Michael discuss the importance of character, consistency, mission, vision, values, and how to hire better people.
BlueCollar.CEO –Danielle Putnam is the President of The New Flat Rate, a flat rate menu pricing system for residential contractors that does the selling for you by giving your customers choices. When given choices, customers buy more.
When Danielle is not talking to contractors nationwide about how they can double, triple, and even quadruple their sales, she's training for the next 1/2 marathon or traveling to a quiet beach with a good book.
In this episode, Ryan and Danielle Putnam discuss how contractors can benefit from The New Flat Rate and how menu pricing will increase their profits, attract and hire better people and more by giving the customer options.
BlueCollar.CEO –Colleen Keyworth is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Online-Access, an HVAC web marketing company located in Michigan. Working in her family’s HVAC and plumbing business gave her a clear understanding of what contractors face when they own and operate a profitable business. Online-Access originated out of her family’s business to meet their own marketing needs, but today works with hundreds of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contracting companies across North America.
Colleen is the President and a Member of the Board of Directors at Women in HVACR, where they improve the lives of their members by providing professional avenues to connect with other women growing their careers in the HVACR industry. Colleen also serves on the Southeast Michigan Air Conditioning Contractors Association board.
In this episode, Ryan and Colleen discuss her journey in the HVAC industry, her role in representing women in the trades through the Women in HVACR organization, what the group is about, and how you can be a part of the work they're doing.
BlueCollar.CEO –Caleb Guilliams is the Founder and CEO of BetterWealth, a company that shows people how to take control of their money and turn it into unprecedented wealth. Caleb began his journey into wealth creation at an early age by reading every financial book he could get his hands on. He was fascinated with the idea of ordinary people being able to achieve extraordinary wealth.
Fast forward to his college days. Caleb took over the investment department of a bank by the age of 19, where he saw firsthand how 98% of Americans were financially failing despite "professional" financial advising. He traveled across the country for over two years to learn from the most successful financial minds.
Leaving his prestigious position at the bank, Caleb founded BetterWealth, authored the best-selling book The AND Asset, became the Host of the BetterWealth Podcast, and speaks to thousands worldwide. He is quickly becoming the new face of finance.
In this episode, Ryan and Caleb discuss how to understand the financial position of your business, how your tax spend is being leveraged, and how much money you can save. Caleb encourages you to take a step back and ask yourself what "wealth" is to you.
Caleb has also given our listeners the fantastic opportunity to access the BetterWealth X-ray, a process to see exactly where you are at financially. Make sure to visit The BetterWealth X-Ray , click "get your xray", andtype in the coupon code- dpmarketing. You have to take advantage of this opportunity!!
BlueCollar.CEO –Crystal Williams is the Founder and Creative Director of Lemon Seed Marketing, a comprehensive marketing company that manages the strategic efforts of companies that want to see growth.
With over a decade of marketing and employee engagement experience under her belt, Crystal has an out-of-the-box way of thinking that draws attention to her marketing strategies and community involvement.
In this episode, Ryan and Crystal discuss the most common things that contractors do that get in the way and impact their company's ability to grow.
BlueCollar.CEO –Stephanie Postell is the Co-Owner and Chief Operating Officer of Anchor Heating and Air, a company that provides service, maintenance, and installation of HVAC systems. She is also the Contractor Success Coach for Contractor Commerce, the first and only plug-and-play e-commerce solution for contractors.
In this episode, Ryan and Stephanie talk about the developments in e-commerce, customer behavior related to the trades, and why it's a good decision to sell trade business supplies from your website.
BlueCollar.CEO –Brian Cohen is the Business Strategist for SF&P Advisors, a valuation, accounting, research, and financial analysis company for HVAC and plumbing businesses and mechanical and commercial contractors.
Before joining SF&P, Brian ran a home improvement organization with more than 100 employees in four locations. He is well versed in sales and marketing strategy and has consulted dozens of clients in various industries. He is adept at project management and client relations.
In this episode, Ryan and Brian continue their conversation about some of the top mistakes people make and the most common reasons people fail when trying to exit their home services businesses.
BlueCollar.CEO –Brian Cohen is the Business Strategist for SF&P Advisors, a valuation, accounting, research, and financial analysis company for HVAC and plumbing businesses and mechanical and commercial contractors.
Before joining SF&P, Brian ran a home improvement organization with more than 100 employees in four locations. He is well versed in sales and marketing strategy and has consulted dozens of clients in various industries. He is adept at project management and client relations.
In this episode, Ryan and Brian talk about some of the top mistakes people make and the most common reasons people fail when trying to exit their home services businesses.
BlueCollar.CEO –Rodney Bailey is the President of Magothy Electric Company, a family-owned and operated company providing quality electrical services to improve the lives of homeowners in Glen Burnie and the Baltimore metropolitan area. Rodney started the company in 1996 with a vision of changing the world in the electrical industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Rodney discuss the importance of reviews and maintaining the customer experience, from answering the phone to after the technician leaves the client's house.
BlueCollar.CEO –Mark Stepowoy is the Owner of a couple dozen Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service franchises, and Rachel Cross is a Senior Growth Product Specialist at ServiceTitan.
Mark’s franchises are located throughout Ohio and Illinois. Mark is also a partner in a few other locations. He’s been in the Roto-Rooter business for a quarter of a century.
At ServiceTitan, Rachel helps establish solutions around customer-specific setups and workflows, building relationships, and training users on growth products. Before that, she worked with her dad, Mark Stepowoy, as Enterprise Administrator across the various locations of his Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service franchises.
In this episode, Ryan Redding, Mark, and Rachel discuss the generational differences in running and leading a trades business and the challenges and successes and the ups and downs of working with your family members.
BlueCollar.CEO –Cassie Pound is the Vice President of Quality Heating & Cooling, LLC, and Leslie Harpole is the Co-owner of Champion Plumbing.
Quality Heating & Cooling, LLC is a full-service HVAC and plumbing company in Glenpool, Oklahoma. Cassie has a heavy human resources and management background, having worked in HR for a trucking company and handling operations for a retail chain. She and her husband Oscar founded Quality Heating & Cooling in 2014, and Cassie handles the marketing side of the business. They have six beautiful kids.
Champion Plumbing is a residential plumbing service business that Leslie and her husband, Brent, started. They service Oklahoma City and the surrounding areas. When Leslie left her job as a Land Technician at a petroleum land and surface services company in 2015, she channeled her passion for her community and other local businesses to start Champion Plumbing.
In this episode, Ryan Redding sits down with Cassie and Leslie to talk about what it is like being a woman in the trades industry. They explain the stresses women feel in this type of business dealing with customers and vendors while balancing managing the family.
BlueCollar.CEO –Travis Smith is the President, and Heather Bargender-Wavra is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Sky Heating, AC & Plumbing, based in Walton, Oregon.
Sky Heating, AC & Plumbing was initially founded in 1979 by Travis' father, William Smith. Travis has spent his entire life working with the company, climbing the ranks from office worker to technician, and now he’s the owner. He serves on the board of the Oregon Air Conditioning Contractors of America and the Home Builders Association Home Performance Council.
Heather manages financial and business-related matters for Sky Heating, AC & Plumbing. She joined the company in 2015 as a Financial Controller and rose to become the CFO in 2018. Heather has an extensive background in the construction industry and has held financial roles in various companies.
In this episode, Ryan Redding, Travis, and Heather discuss financial training and planning for teams in the trades, the 50/20/30 rule, and how workers in the trades can become financially independent.
BlueCollar.CEO –Nancy O'Hare-Zika is the Owner of Yellow Dog Creative (formally Swick Media), a full-service marketing agency with a strategic focus on companies in the skilled trades. They offer videography, audio production, graphic design, animation, brand development, creative writing, media strategy, and buying services. Previously, Nancy was the General Manager of Swick Home Services. She is also the Owner and CEO of Gavel Marketing.
In this episode of Blue Collar.CEO, Ryan and Nancy talk about the struggles of hiring great people for the trades, why the problem exists, the internal changes to make at your company to attract talent, the role of marketing, attracting the spouse of a technician, and other strategies.
BlueCollar.CEO –Cassie Pound is the Vice President of Quality Heating & Cooling, LLC, a full-service HVAC and plumbing company in Glenpool, Oklahoma. She has a heavy human resources and management background, having worked in HR for a trucking company and handling operations for a retail chain. She and her husband Oscar founded Quality Heating & Cooling in 2014, and Cassie handles the marketing side of the business. They have six beautiful kids.
On this episode of Blue Collar.CEO, Ryan and Cassie talk about people as the number one secret to growing a trades company, how to measure success, getting culture and core values right, and the dynamics of co-owning and running a business with your spouse and still maintaining a healthy marriage.
BlueCollar.CEO –Dan Zawacki is the Founder of Lobster Gram, a company that sold and delivered live lobsters and seafood around the U.S as gifts. He was the first person to do it back in 1987, which became his claim to fame.
Three decades later, Dan sold Lobster Gram and now runs THE 4 MORES℠, where he is a Certified EOS Implementer that helps companies implement the Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS). He helps owners and leadership teams get the most out of their companies using his unique approach — through structure, growth, profit, and fun. He also is a speaker and a coach.
As an entrepreneur himself, Dan has 30 years of knowledge and knows exactly what it’s like to own and operate a business. His passion is to help entrepreneurs succeed and have fun running their own businesses.
In this episode, Ryan and Dan discuss what Dan learned about lobsters, the gruesome way to kill them, and how they can help your home services business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Brian Cohen is the Business Strategist for SF&P Advisors, a CPA firm that does mergers, sales, and acquisitions with HVAC, Plumbing, mechanical, and industrial contractors. Before joining SF&P, Brian ran a small home improvement organization with more than 100 employees in 4 locations.
He is well-versed in sales and marketing strategy and has consulted dozens of clients in many industries. He is particularly adept at project management and client relations.
In this episode, Ryan and Brian talk about mergers and acquisitions and what it means for home services business owners, how to plan to exit your business, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Edward McFarlane is the Co-founder of Schedule Engine, a nationwide service that equips contractors to deliver a modern, connected, and engaging customer experience. He’s a trainer for the HVAC home service community, a Member of the Board of Trustees for North American Technician Excellence, and the Vice-Chair Board of Directors of Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA).
In this episode, Ryan and Edward discuss the reasons behind the skills gap in the home services industry, how the industry can attract more talent, the upside impact of the trades, current challenges in the industry, and more.
BlueCollar.CEO –Austin Clark is the Owner of Moxie Pest Control, where they offer customizable, premium service subscriptions for any of your pest needs. Moxie’s mission is to improve the quality of life for its customers, team, and community.
Austin has been managing and overseeing every aspect of the business since 2011. His current focus is on buying other pest control businesses. He is also the Host of the Multiply You Podcast.
In this episode, Ryan talks with Austin Clark about transforming how you think about your business in terms of operations, employee management, customer service, and the dangers of throwing money at problems.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Redding is the Owner of DP Marketing Services, an agency that is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma and provides digital marketing solutions for home services companies so they can produce quality leads and generate higher profits. They specialize in websites, SEO, PPC, social media, reputation management, and more.
Ryan is the Host of the Blue Collar CEO podcast, which is all about helping companies build a better, more profitable, and more sustainable home services business.
In this episode, Ryan talks about the value of the Blue Collar CEO podcast content, why it's all about you, and the #1 thing you can do to gain knowledge from listening in!
BlueCollar.CEO –Charley Boyce is the President of Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric, based in Springdale, Arkansas. Charley joined the company in 2010 as the head of sales when it was still Paschal Heat, Air & Geothermal. Two years later, Charley bought out the owner and has grown the company exponentially over the last 10 years.
Charley’s success in the trades is not a surprise — he grew up in the trades. He was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where his grandfather owns an HVAC company he started in the early 1960s. Schooling took Charley to Arkansas, where he attended the University of Arkansas and decided to stay in the city after graduation.
In this episode, Ryan and Charley Boyce talk about how Charley grew Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric from a team of 15 to a company of 200 staff and counting.
BlueCollar.CEO –Leslie and Brent Harpole are the Co-owners of Champion Plumbing, a residential plumbing service business. They service Oklahoma City and the surrounding areas. Leslie and Brent started Champion Plumbing after Leslie left her job as a Land Technician at a petroleum land and surface services company in 2015. In addition to owning and running their business, Leslie and Brent love being parents to two spunky and fun little girls and two fur babies.
In this episode, Ryan talks with Leslie and Brent Harpole about why it is so important to have a good “why” and its impact on your business, family, and community.
BlueCollar.CEO –Heather Ripley is the Founder and CEO of Ripley PR, a global public relations agency specializing in the skilled trades. Ripley PR was named by Forbes as one of America’s Best PR Agencies in 2021 and recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as a Top Franchise PR Agency for four years in a row.
Heather is proficient in sales, business accounting, strategic marketing, public relations, and social media planning and execution. She is passionate about helping business owners in the skilled trades embrace the power of public relations to grow. Throughout her career, she’s advised hundreds of contractors on how to boost their visibility and reputation effectively.
She’s the author of Next Level Now: PR Secrets to Drive Explosive Growth for Your Home Service Business, a book written specifically for professionals in the home service industry.
In this episode, Ryan and Heather discuss how to earn media attention and use it as a springboard to grow your business. They also talk about how PR is not the same as advertising or marketing and discuss why you need it now.
BlueCollar.CEO –Chad Gill is the President of Concreate, a company specializing in all things concrete, including polishing, staining, surface prep, and joint repair. The company works hand in hand with designers, architects, project managers, general contractors, tradespeople, and homeowners from start to finish.
Chad started Concreate in 2002, and through this work over the years, he developed a unique understanding of the importance of clear communication when tracking information from job sites which led him to found Workforce Recon in 2017. Workforce Recon runs Field Recon, an easy-to-use app that allows companies to see and understand job site activity in real-time, ensuring that you don't lose small details in the shuffle.
Before starting Workforce Recon and Concreate, Chad worked as a robotics and tooling design engineer, where he created manipulators for nuclear steam generators and received two machine-design patents. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from the Virginia Military Institute.
In this episode, Ryan and Chad talk about the struggles of being a skilled owner, knowing what you are good at, learning to delegate, and letting others do the work they enjoy while you work on growing your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ryan Englin is the Founder and CEO of Core Matters, a company that helps home service companies focus on the core elements that matter most to their business so they can win the talent war. Ryan lives out his passion for assisting blue-collar companies to hire quality technicians and craftworkers faster through his proprietary system — Core Fit Hiring.
He is a proven people, processes, and systems professional, having been in charge of compliance, teams, operations, and management for various companies throughout his career before founding Core Matters in 2011.
In this episode, Ryan and Ryan discuss fixing the workforce shortages in the trades and the three things you should be doing now to hire and keep good people for your blue-collar company.
BlueCollar.CEO –Leslie Harpole is the Co-owner of Champion Plumbing, a residential plumbing service business that she and her husband, Brent, started. They service Oklahoma City and the surrounding areas. When Leslie left her job as a Land Technician at a petroleum land and surface services company in 2015, she channeled her passion for her community and other local businesses to start Champion Plumbing.
She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Central Oklahoma. In addition to owning and running their business, she and her husband love being parents to two spunky and fun little girls and two fur babies.
In this episode, Ryan and Leslie discuss the secret side of home services success that no one ever talks about — social media, especially TikTok (yes, TikTok)!
BlueCollar.CEO –Caleb Guilliams is the Founder and CEO of BetterWealth, a company committed to showing people how to take back control of their money and turn it into unprecedented wealth. Caleb began his journey into wealth creation at an early age by reading every financial book he could get his hands on. He was fascinated with the idea of ordinary people being able to achieve extraordinary wealth.
Fast forward to his college days, Caleb took over the entire investment department of a bank by the age of 19, where he saw firsthand how 98% of Americans were financially failing despite "professional" financial advising. He traveled across the country for over two years to learn from the most successful financial minds. Eventually, he discovered a better way to build and protect real wealth.
Leaving his prestigious position at the bank, Caleb founded BetterWealth, authored the best-selling book The AND Asset, is Host of the Better Wealth Podcast, and speaks to thousands worldwide. He is quickly becoming The New Face of Finance.
In this episode, Ryan and Caleb talk about living intentionally, managing your money, investing, and building a better lifestyle for you and your family.
BlueCollar.CEO –Jen McKee is the Owner of Kee Hart Marketing, a social media marketing agency that provides done-for-you services for service-based companies. Kee Hart Marketing is a small but mighty team of people who love, live, and breathe social media. They enjoy being creative, connecting with people online, and buying into their client's goals and objectives.
She was formerly a Manager at Chili's for 16-plus years, where she hired and trained team members to run a successful corporate restaurant.
When Jen is not busy in the social media world, she spends time with her two elementary school kids, a husband, and two crazy dogs. She loves the beach, Crossfit, and reading both fiction and non-fiction books.
In this episode, Ryan and Jen talk about leveraging social media (including TikTok) to grow brand awareness and ultimately grow your business.
BlueCollar.CEO –Adi Klevit is the Co-founder and Business Consultant at Business Success Consulting Group, where they systematize businesses so the owner can work "on" the business and not "in" the business.
She has a unique understanding of the challenges businesses face, thanks to her 25 years of knowledge and experience as a trained industrial engineer, management consultant, and business executive.
Adi utilizes her practical know-how and wisdom to successfully help organizations and companies of varying sizes dramatically improve their efficiency and performance. She is also the Host of the Systems Simplified podcast.
In this episode, Ryan and Adi discuss simplifying your home service business by addressing self-imposed complexities.
BlueCollar.CEO –Joe Person is a Sales Coach at Go Time Success Group, a firm that equips individuals in the home services industry to take action and grow wealth for themselves and the companies where they work.
Joe is a natural in sales, training, problem-solving, and inspiring others to be the best version of themselves. He jumped into the HVAC business back in 2012, starting as a maintenance tech, and quickly moved into sales then management.
A jack of many trades, Joe has owned a mortgage company, a national personal training brand, managed a large telemarketing firm, and was even a licensed real estate agent. He's a husband, a father of four, enjoys fitness, the gym, and riding his Peloton bike.
In this episode, Ryan and Joe talk about how home services can sell better without sounding “salesy” by simply focusing on problem-solving and creating great experiences.
BlueCollar.CEO –Stacy Fore is the Co-owner at Triple Play Home Services, formally HVAC Solutions, which she started with her husband Mike Fore in 2009. They operate out of Edmond, Oklahoma, and with over 15 years of combined experience, the couple has been able to grow their business 300% since they started.
Originally from California, Stacy moved to Oklahoma because of her former job at the second largest student housing development agency in the United States. She traveled the US developing off-campus student housing based on the needs of the universities. Stacy developed Bryant Place student apartments in Edmond, Oklahoma, and worked there a couple of years before retiring.
In this episode, Ryan and Stacy discuss the importance of mental health for business owners, making the workplace mental health-friendly, dealing with addiction, and why Stacy is passionate about it.
BlueCollar.CEO –Bradley Scruggs is one of the Founders and the Chief Marketing Officer at ZyraTalk, a conversational marketing platform that helps local businesses win and retain customers. They guide companies through the process of improving their customers' experience and increasing online leads by opening up additional communication channels.
Bradley has created various playbooks to assist ZyraTalk's customers in automating the entire customer relationship through automated chat, automated reputation management, and the automated post-sale relationship.
He is also the CMO and Co-founder of Great Pros, a platform that allows homeowners to connect with reliable home service professionals.
In this episode, Ryan and Bradley discuss how essential it is to understand the lifetime value of your customer. And if you were to think about this one thing differently, it would make a massive impact on your bottom line.
BlueCollar.CEO –Ian Schotanus is the Managing Member, Owner, and Lead Consultant for The Big Picture Consulting, where he leads HR and safety consultations to assist contractors across the US to protect their life’s work from the adeptness of labor and ambulance-chasing lawyers.
Ian has a well-established knowledge base specifically geared to assist residential and commercial service providers. He is a US Navy veteran, has worked in the retail/service field in both sales and as a technician, and has a decade’s worth of experience as a National Level HR & Safety Compliance Consultant.
He has personally assisted hundreds of companies in preventing or minimizing financial damage caused by employee lawsuits, OSHA investigations, Wage and Hour Division audits, and more.
Outside of work, Ian is a father, an avid reader, and volunteers at his church and his children’s school, as well as playing any video, board, or card game he can get his hands on.
In this episode, Ryan and Ian discuss hiring, employee management, and safety decisions you need to make to ensure your trades company succeeds in this era of COVID-19.
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Jenny Benbrook is the Co-Founder of Powerhouse Consulting Group, where they offer ServiceTitan support and optimization services. Jenny is an HVAC sales and marketing expert with over 15 years of achievement in directing multimillion-dollar sales growth.
She has the unique ability to identify organizational inefficiencies and turn them into profit-increasing opportunities and solutions. She uses goal setting, budget planning, administrative processes, and data analytics to produce an actionable change in company culture.
In this episode, Jenny and Ryan discuss the #1 thing you need to have in place to start with ServiceTitan or any field managements service software — a solid foundation. They also address the three things companies can do to improve their organization right now.
BlueCollar.CEO –Russell Furr is the President of Culpeper Home Services. At Culpeper Home Services, they meet customers’ plumbing, electrical, and HVAC needs. Russell started his career as a plumber’s apprentice, and after 10 years, he earned his master plumbing license. Later, he earned his master gasfitter and master electrician licenses,
He also has special certifications, including backflow testing and tankless and hybrid water heater services. Russell’s dedication and professional service earned him community recognition, and he was named Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 by the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce.
In this episode, Russell and Ryan talk about managing money, accounting, and profitability in the trades and how people can maximize their ServiceTitan accounts.
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Sarah Ghirardo is the Sr. Marketing Operations Manager at ServiceTitan, where she manages the Marketing Pro Product Team. ServiceTitan is the world’s leading and fastest-growing software technology platform for the trades evaluated at over 8.3 billion dollars. Sarah brings her industry knowledge to help make any size trade business run marketing like a pro.
Before joining ServiceTitan, Sarah was the Director of Digital Marketing at Service Champions Heating and Air Conditioning NorCal, where she grew digital lead and direct mail conversions.
Sarah has a deep passion for marketing and helping people, which inspired her to join ServiceTitan to help people in the trades with more effective marketing strategies.
In this episode, Sarah talks to Ryan about why she’s passionate about marketing and discusses some of the best marketing practices people can do for their own business.
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Kelley Hartnett is a StoryBrand Certified Guide and a Copywriter at Tall Tree Collective. She’s spent 12 years partnering with nonprofits in both paid and volunteer leadership positions. Her work as a StoryBrand Certified Guide has given her the tools to create an effective communication framework to help struggling nonprofits and businesses. Kelley knows how to craft marketing messages that inspire people to get behind a cause or to buy a product or service. She helps businesses renew their motivation and excitement for their work.
In this episode, Ryan talks to Kelley about how to create marketing copy that helps companies grab the customers’ attention and hold it so they can stress less and make more money.
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Pay attention to what you are thinking about- because you hold responsibility to take back control of YOUR life!
In this episode, Ryan Redding was joined by Stephen Christopher, founder of multi-million marketing agency, Wit Digital, that serves home service companies. With a huge passion in Intuitive guiding and coaching, Stephen has been able to inspire people to become more than they ever thought possible.
“We are the conscious creators of our reality through our thoughts and energy. If you don’t like your current reality, you’re the only one that can choose to change it. Take control of your life and live it with intention and excitement!” Having the right mindset is so important during today’s times especially when owning a business. This conversation is focused around being mindful because at the end of the day whatever your true intention is, could depict what the outcome could be in the end. Make sure to take a listen! ~
Links:
Website - https://witdelivers.com/
Social - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenchristopher/
Guest Business - Wit Digital
Guest Social -https://www.instagram.com/witdelivers_/?hl=en
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
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Episode 15 is now live! Ryan Redding was able to chat with Josh Ferguson, owner of Spartan Plumbing. During this conversation, Josh gives insight about starting a business, and how to keep it running while continually growing the business. Josh started his plumbing career in 2005 and worked for a plumbing company for 13 years. He then started his own plumbing company in June of 2018 which is now Spartan Plumbing. This episode is filled with wins and losses, lessons learned, and advice about starting your own business.**
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Links:
Website - https://spartan-plumbing.com/
Guest Business - Spartan Plumbing
Guest Social - https://www.facebook.com/SpartanPlumbing88/?ref=page_internal
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –Episode 14 is now live!! There are so many things that go into Digital Marketing. Im this episode, Ryan chats with owner and founder of Relentless Digital, Josh Crouch! Josh has been in the home services industry, specifically HVAC for over 8 years as an Operations Manager, Branch Manager, Territory Sales Manager and Director of Marketing. You will hear some important tips and “must knows” about Google Map Spam, the 3-Pack, and content from this conversation.
Best advice from this episode … find an amazing marketing team with experts like Josh to help your business move closer to success.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://www.relentless-digital.com/
Guest Business - Relentless Digital
Guest Social -https://www.facebook.com/relentlessdigitalservices
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
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In today’s episode, we had the honor to speak with the master of Branding - Dan Antonelli. Dan Antonelli is the president and chief creative officer of KickCharge® Creative, and author of Building a Big Small Business Brand. He oversees all aspects of brand design and development for KickCharge clients and relishes helping small businesses crush their competition with disruptive brands integrated on wraps. He is a wizard when it comes to creative branding. In this episode, Dan talks about so many things involving branding!! From the problems with bad branding to the successes with good branding.
Many guys in the trades know of Dan and speak very highly of him so make sure to have a pen and paper on hand when listening to this episode. Make sure to also check out the KickCharge Creative website for more information!
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Links:
Website - https://www.kickcharge.com/?kc
Social - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danantonelli/
Book- http://amzn.com/0988353903
Guest Business - KickCharge Creative
Guest Social -https://twitter.com/Dan_Antonelli
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
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In this episode, we had the amazing opportunity to speak with Jackie Aubel, host of the Toolbox for the Trades Podcast with Service Titan-the leading home and commercial field service software. During her time as the host for the Toolbox for the Trades Podcast and within the industry, the biggest takeaway and topic of discussion has been culture. Within the conversation, Ryan and Jackie talk about the importance of culture and how you must focus on it now! Jackie says “When you have a toxic culture, you will literally have people actively trying to sink the ship”. This is such an informative conversation so make sure to listen!!
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://www.servicetitan.com/toolbox
**Guest Business - Toolbox for the Trades Podcast with Service Titan
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –In this episode, Eric Albertson breaks down EOS and how it is his #1 practice when it comes to helping business owners get what they want out of a business. Through his Certified EOS Implementer®️ qualification, deep expertise, confidence and skill, Eric has a million stories to make the Entrepreneurial Operating Systems (EOS®️) and his teachings accessible to each member of your leadership team so they can go to productive action and results in days. Eric has helped entrepreneurs and owners achieve a level of financial security and career fulfillment they previously thought was beyond their reach.
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Links:
Website - https://ericalbertson.com/
Social - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericalbertson/
Guest Business - Eric Albertson- EOS Implementer
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –Episode 10 is one of those episodes where you want to have a pen and paper. Because you are never gonna wanna do it-- so you better just buckle down and do it now!! In this episode, Rachel Stepowoy with Service Titan, steps up and talks about how to prevent and overcome burnout. Take a listen as this amazing woman of the trades speaks truth about creating boundaries personally and professionally so that you can take care of yourself.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - Service Titan
Social - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelstepowoy/
Guest Business - Service Titan
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –Being disruptive can be a good thing, especially within this industry! This week we had the honor of speaking with someone who has come from the industry and is now looking in from a national view with Service Titan- Jon Brewer!!! In this episode, Jon Brewer talks about how important it is to have the willingness to be disruptive in the trades. “It will bring people back to the trades, attract people to the trades, and make them want to work in the trades.” Don't be scared to disrupt the norms and learn to make massive changes… or you might be taking the risk of going out of business altogether if not. Jon has the experience and the perspective of the industry, so make sure to take a listen to this episode!
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - Service Titan
Social - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-brewer-6a8879183/
Guest Business - Service Titan Training Specialist
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –
No bullshit when it comes to this episode! Just straight facts about how good branding could impact a company. Nancy O’Hare- Zika is a well known expert within the trades when it comes to branding. Her company, Yellow Dog Creative, a Michigan-based creative agency, focuses on the marketing needs of companies across the skilled trades. In this episode, Nancy breaks down some low cost marketing strategies that are easily implementable as well as what good branding takes.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://yellowdogcreative.com/
Social - https://www.facebook.com/MarketTheTrades
Guest Business - Yellow Dog Creative
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
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Cheryl Lanahan is the founder of PlumbBooks, a bookkeeping firm for home service companies. PlumbBooks delivers meaningful, accurate, and on-time custom reporting so that decision makers understand their financial position and make informed money moves. Cheryl’s goal is to have a business where people love to work, clients are wowed with their services, and providing value is #1. PlumbBooks has helped clients save thousands on payroll taxes, adjust their spending so that they are profitable, and feel completely at peace that their books are in great shape. This episode is information packed so take a listen!
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If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://plumbbooks.net/
Social - https://www.facebook.com/plumbbooks
Guest Business - PlumbBooks
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –
The Man of Social Media…..Marketing. In this episode, we chat with Duncan Alney, CEO of Firebelly Marketing. Duncan shares the best insight about how Home service companies can use social media to their advantage. A lot of guys in the trades doing social media don’t focus on the stories but focus on the “what”. Duncan says that as business owners, men and women should focus more on the story behind the actions instead of just the mechanics. Take a listen to this episode and make sure to check out Duncan’s podcast, The Firebelly Social Show for more social media nuggets.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://www.firebellymarketing.com/
Social - https://www.instagram.com/wearefirebelly/
Guest Business - Firebelly Marketing
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –
In this episode, Aaron explains why you should not try to teach a dog to meow. Also how it is absolutely impossible to hammer a nail in a piece of wood with a screwdriver. If you want to know what the heck either of those mean, sit back, crank up the sound, and take a listen. Aaron is a man of realness and integrity and knows how to build a business where people lead with their strengths.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - Quality Service Today
Social - https://www.facebook.com/QualityServiceTodayPlumbing
Guest Business - Quality Service Today
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services, experts at plumber marketing & HVAC marketing
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –Nobody wakes up and thinks about implementing processes and procedures. Well... nobody but Adi Klevit. Adi Klevit is the leader and visionary of Business Success Consulting Group. Adi utilizes her practical know-how and wisdom to successfully help organizations and companies of any size dramatically improve their efficiency and performance. This conversation could change how you look at implementing processes within your business so make sure to take a listen.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://www.bizsuccesscg.com/
Social - https://www.facebook.com/BizSuccesscg
Guest Business - Business Success Consulting Group
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –When it comes to the trades, hiring is definitely important because you want to find someone that is the best fit for your company. In this episode, Ryan Englin brings his knowledge to the table and talks about the importance of hiring. Ryan’s company, The Core Matters, provides coaching on attracting, hiring, and retaining rock star employees. As well as hands-on implementation to small and mid-size businesses. “Your core at your company is the foundation of why and how you do what you do. When you start hiring people who align with your core they are going to stay around.”
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - Core Matters
Social -https://www.facebook.com/thecorematters
Guest Business -Core Matters
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO – "Being a good leader and managing different kinds of people is the hard part.....the easy part is getting the phone to ring." In this Week's episode, Ryan Redding is joined by Russell Furr from Culpeper Home Services. Russell shares his secrets and tactics that have helped him lead his team to domination within his market and the industry. Check it out!!
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://culpeperhomeservices.com/
Guest Business -Culpeper Home Services
Guest Social -https://www.facebook.com/CulpeperHomeServices/
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services, experts at plumber marketing & HVAC marketing
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –Brian Wooten is known for his hard work, dedication, discipline, selflessness, and also known as “The Man From Wooten Plumbing”. In this week’s episode we had the opportunity to talk with Brian about the importance of taking care of his team and customers. Brian shares his insight that has helped his company more than triple in size in the last two years. Take a listen because you will not want to miss it.
If you want to hear more stories or insight, subscribe to Blue Collar CEO on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Links:
Website - https://wootenplumbing.com/
Guest Business - Wooten Plumbing
Guest Social -https://www.facebook.com/wootenplumbingtulsa
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Credits:Created by: Ryan Redding of DP Marketing.Services
Produced by: Citizens of Sound
Executive Produced by: Shelby Nichols
BlueCollar.CEO –
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable and kick ass home service business. Join Ryan Redding each week where he will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it!