Chasing The American Dream: Recent Episodes
CraigTrible
Where we discuss the business of agriculture, construction, marketing, and sales, all in pursuit of the American Dream. Faith, Family, Freedom, and Business are the principles we live by.
We are all on a journey in pursuit of our particular American Dream! Some of us are new to the journey, and some of us have been enjoying the journey for a while. Come along as we catch up with one another and discuss our progress, seek solutions to our challenges, laugh at our mistakes and delve into the lessons learned.
Phil Thurston of Thurston Ag Service, LLC is BACK! Phil and I discuss the opportunities and challenges in ag spraying and his deep dive into the business of weed & feed for lawns. He is considering expanding into that business and shares his "Why" for doing so. If you want to know more, please go to betterfarmcrops.com
I'm joined by Mick German, Treva, and Leroy as we discuss the Conklin National Convention and what is in store for the rest of the year.
In this episode, we tap into a recorded conversation about Conklin Lubricant products. This was recorded during one of our weekly team meetings.
Matthew Campbell joins me on this episode to talk about his experience using the Conklin AgroVantage system in his production of premium horse hatly.
Fifth-generation Beaver County, Oklahoma rancher Jerad Noble and I continue discussing the benefits of Conklin AgroVantage and Fastrack products can benefit ranching operations.
Renneth, the Roofer, and I discuss the goings on at the Tulsa Farm Show and how to do the work of approaching the potential new customer.
Mick and Renneth join me on this episode to regal me with tales from the 2022 Conklin Preferred Contractor Trip.
Phil Thurston and I discuss the Conklin Pro Ag agronomy program and the value it brings to producers and distributors.
In this episode, Phil Thurston and I discuss the reality of doing your on-farm trials. Why you should, what to look out for and how to avoid setting yourself up for failure. Change management is important, and introducing change willy-nilly can be a real headache.
In this episode Phil Thurston and I move the discussion from soil testing to setting up equipment for using fluid fertilizer.
In this episode Phil Thurston, Thurston Ag Service, LLC and I discuss the importance of soil testing and how the Conklin AgroVantage soil test results system adds so much value to the work that Midwest Labs performs.
In this episode, I am joined by Phil Thurston, Thurston Ag Services and Mick German, German Roofing, L.L.C. to discuss network marketing, pyramid schemes, and multi-level marketing. Are they good or bad, or does it matter? Why due diligence is important.
In this episode, I continue the conversation with "Renneth the Roofer" and learn more about his adventures in ag.
I continue to grill Renneth Berry (aka "Renneth the Roofer") about his experience getting started with Conklin Roofing Systems.
In this episode, I interview Renneth Berry, aka "Renneth the Roofer," and learn how he got started with Conklin roofing systems and ultimately joined his father-in-law, Mick German of German Roofing, LLC.
More discussion with Phil Thurston about his experience building an ag service company.
In this episode, I continue the conversation with Phil Thurston of Thurston Ag Services, LLC.
In this episode, I am joined by Phil Thurston owner of Thurston Ag Services, LLC. We discuss spray tank partners and their importance.
One day you are happy milking cows, and the next day this isn't working! Meet Mick German and learn how he managed the transition from dairy farming to commercial roofing.
One day you are happy milking cows, and the next day this isn't working! Meet Mick German and learn how he managed the transition from dairy farming to commercial roofing. Part two where Mick discusses the importance of having a good mentor.
One day you are happy milking cows, and the next day this isn't working! Meet Mick German and learn how he managed the transition from dairy farming to commercial roofing. Listen in as Mick tells us how he made the change and built a successful commercial roofing company.