Under Pressure Podcast: Recent Episodes
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As A Professional Pressure Washer, You‘re Good At What You Do, Fighting Dirt & Grime ALL DAY. But Running A Successful Business Can Be Hard - That‘s Why We Bring Power Wash Industry Experts Straight To You! Stay tuned for a steady flow of industry expert special guests!
This week, John talks about how you can FIND and HIRE the right people for your business.
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In 1995, after working for another contractor, Bo started his own painting and restoration business, Superior Painting Services. SPS specialized in wood restoration and painting on the Main Line of Philadelphia. Over time Bo became an authority in wood restoration and painting but realized the power washing part of his business was something he wanted to expand. In 2002, while still servicing the Mainline, Bo moved to the Delaware Beach area to expand his service area. In April of 2004 he launched All Clean Power Washing and slowly moved out of all painting and restoration services.
Currently, All Clean Power Washing services 2 counties in Maryland, 3 counties (whole state) in Delaware and 3 counties in Pennsylvania. All Clean has 4 trucks and 4 trailers and 11 employees (including Bo and wife, Meg). All Clean Power Washing focuses on HOA/Property Management cleaning but also has a large residential business and various commercial customers (Hospitals, store fronts, warehouse, hotels, etc).
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John talks about the steps you can take to better your life and your business.
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This week, we are joined by the Service Industry Coach Matt Smith! Matt built one of the largest service industry companies in Michigan and now spends his time helping others achieve success with their businesses. Matt is all about bringing you motivation, practical marketing tips, and loads of experience and insights he's acquired over the years!
The Service Industry Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Matt's Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@serviceindustrycoach
Matt's Website:
https://www.serviceindustrycoach.com/
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Westley is an amazing team player who leads our Service Division and personally coaches and trains clients. He has become a master at understanding human nature, behavior, and how people interact with different environments and tasks at work. His experience in business and understanding of business structure allows him actively help clients establish sound business models that help scale their businesses in pursuit of growth, time freedom, and financial gain.
When he is not on filling his BERGflow role, Westley enjoys building things, biking, and spending time with his family.
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Taking a break from work to go out and enjoy your life can be more impactful than you think. Join us this week as we discuss why you should be releasing your inner explorer!
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This week, John discusses how to build a winning business through culture.
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This week, John talks about the steps you can take in your life to embrace accountability.
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Ben was was born in middle TN, and moved to Knoxville with his wife, Brittany, 16 years ago.
Ben has 2 boys: Cooper, 9 and Hutch, 6 (7 in 15 days), and Caroline who is 18 months. Ben started his career selling commercial playgrounds to cities, churches and schools and have been part of many of the largest and most recognizable playgrounds in the Knoxville area.
He sold cybersecurity and software for a little over 4 years before his transition from the corporate world to the exterior services.
Ben enjoys time with his family, fishing, baseball, basketball, golf, football, hockey (Hutch), church, swimming, all the things. Ben and Brittany are very active in the community and involved in their kids' lives.
Ben joined the window hero franchise in November, and began services on March 1. His team is made of 2 crews, 2 trucks and offers pressure washing, window cleaning, gutter cleaning/guards and roof washing for both residential and commercial.
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This week, John is joined by Drew Larison of Larison Media to discuss the importance of marketing.
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This week, John is joined by Marvin Salcido of Salcido Lawn. Tune in to hear how Marvin was able to grow his landscaping business from the ground up, hard business lessons he has learned over the years, and things you can start applying to your business to help it grow.
Check out Salcido Lawn:
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This week, John discusses why leadership can make or break your business.
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This week on the Under Pressure Podcast we are joined by Kevin Vidrine of TruGreen. Kevin is married to his wife of 29 years and has two daughters 18 and 21. Both will be in college in the fall at the University of Louisiana. Kevin is a veteran of the United States Air Force, previously worked as a mortgage broker, and has owned his lawn care company, which is a franchise of Trugreen since 2007. They started out as a Scotts LawnService franchise and joined the TruGreen team in 2016 when TruGreen bought Scotts LawnService. Currently they own and operate five TruGreen franchises in Louisiana and Texas and currently have 4000 customers. In his spare time he enjoy flying as I am a private pilot and also enjoy a Hunting in Colorado and Louisiana.
Check out TruGreen:
www.trugreen.com
Riley Pototschnik is a 21-year-old entrepreneur who started his first business at 16. After his Freshman year of high school, he left the traditional school system entirely and crafted a completely custom curriculum online with a focus on the skills he would need to build successful companies. By 20, he had built a successful business optimizing the websites & marketing strategy of dozens of Home Service companies of all shapes and sizes.
And today, he is the founder of a new product called EveryChat which helps Home Service businesses streamline the way they communicate with leads & customers.
www.everychat.com
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of ego in business. Join us as we explore the intricate ways ego shapes decision-making, leadership styles, and organizational dynamics. Tune in and gain valuable insights on managing ego in the pursuit of sustainable growth and collaborative achievement!
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This week, we'll be discussing the benefits of having a healthy morning routine. Starting your day with a mindful and structured routine can have a positive impact on your overall well-being. We'll be exploring some simple yet effective tips and practices that can help you kickstart your day with intention and energy. From the benefits of waking up early, to the importance of hydration, exercise, and meditation, we'll be covering a range of practical techniques that can help you build a sustainable and fulfilling morning routine. So, whether you're a morning person or not, join us for some inspiration and insights on how to start your day on the right foot.
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Amy keeps the cogs of the business turning. She works along side each division to coordinate all the pieces, build systems and processes, and holds everyone accountable. She is passionate about learning and improving the functions of our business as we grow well as assisting clients when needed.
In her spare time she enjoys being active in the outdoors, adventuring with her husband and their Weimaraner Skye and reading a good book.
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Dirk founded BERGflow in 2017 based off a passion for helping small businesses. He runs multiple growing companies and incorporates his knowledge into successfully leading teams. Dirk developed the Pivot Ready™ Teams system to structure companies and build incredible teams for execution. In BERGflow he takes 1-1 consulting clients as well as training and speaking engagements.
When he takes off his entrepreneur hat, he enjoys being outdoors and can often be found somewhere in the wilderness behind the wheel of a jeep with his wife, Kristin, and their kids, Jax and Kate.
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Westley is an amazing team player who leads our Service Division and personally coaches and trains clients. He has become a master at understanding human nature, behavior, and how people interact with different environments and tasks at work. His experience in business and understanding of business structure allows him actively help clients establish sound business models that help scale their businesses in pursuit of growth, time freedom, and financial gain.
When he is not on filling his BERGflow role, Westley enjoys building things, biking, and spending time with his family.
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This week, John is joined by Nicholas Stainsby of Wipe Clean Window Cleaning. Nicholas is here to share how he got into the industry, what steps he has taken to grow his business, and tips for others looking to grow as well!
Wipe Clean Window Cleaning:
https://wipeclean.ca/
This week, John is joined by Olamide Animashaun, Owner & CEO of Elite Shine out of Illinois. Tune in to hear all how Olamide got into this industry and how he was able to GROW his service business!
Elite Shine Website:
https://www.eliteshinewindowcleaning....
This week, John is joined by Curt Spencer of Heavenly Sunshine Property Services. Tune in to hear about Curt's many years of experience in the industry and how he got to where he is today!
Heavenly Sunshine Property Services Website:
https://heavenlysunshine.com/
This week, John is joined by Kevin Hargis of Eco Advantage. Tune in to gain insight from Kevin and his 36 years of experience in the cleaning industry!
This week, John is joined by Amy Henderson, a Business Loan Officer with Amarillo National Bank, to go over the best ways to prepare yourself to obtain a business loan!
This week, John is joined by Jonathan Peters of TCHEM to discuss how to expand a business in the home services industry.
This week, Jake is joined by John McDaniel, Growth Leader with BERGflow.
Jake & John are here to share some exciting news and to discuss expectations for the future of Under Pressure Podcast!
This week, Jake is joined by Joseph D. Walters, Co Founder of the PWNA. Tune in to hear the backstory behind PWNA along with Joseph's history in the business!
This week, Jake and Brad are joined by Westley Maree, Service Division Leader & Guide of BERGflow. Westley & the BERGflow team are SUPER passionate about helping business owners gain time, money and freedom. Tune into this episode to gain Westley's valuable insight on GROWING your home service business!
This week on the Under Pressure Podcast, Brad is joined by Tom Reber. Tom is an entrepreneur, coach, and Founder of The Contractor Fight. Tom has helped THOUSANDS of home improvement contractors improve their lives and businesses and is here today to share his point of view. Tune in to learn how to SELL as a contractor as well as some valuable marketing tactics that can be applied to help your business today!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Will & Sydney of Clicklease. Clicklease is an equipment financing company that is geared towards helping equipment lenders sell MORE. One of Clicklease's main focuses is helping small business startups and they work with many pressure washing companies!
To learn more, go to:
https://www.clicklease.com/
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake and Brad are joined by Jimmy Welch, who is representing CETA as the Technical Director. Jimmy is here today to discuss the future of construction. Tune into an episode you will NOT want to miss!
Go to CETA.org for more information
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Eugene Ragland of We R One Pressure Washing. Eugene has been on the podcast before and is here once again to discuss how he managed to transition from his $100k/year union construction job to FULL TIME with his OWN pressure washing business. Tune in to gain insight from Eugene, as he talks about his experience and the lessons he's learned along the way!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees!
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This week, Jake is joined by AC Lockyer, the CVO of Droplet International. AC started roof cleaning after getting KICKED out of college, and doing the jobs for dirt cheap. Since then, AC has built multi million dollar home services businesses and came onto the podcast today to let everyone know that ANYTHING is possible! "You don't have to be special, you don't have to be entitled, you don't have to have a silver spoon in your mouth, you just have to go out there and hustle and you could be a multi millionaire too!"
Tune in to this FANSTASTIC episode of The Under Pressure Podcast.
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This episode, Jake and Brad are joined by Joe Schoettle, the inventor of the NeutraPod. The NeutraPod is designed to speed up the gutter washing process and to use less water than you would normally have to! Tune in to this episode to learn how this product could save you some time and make you more money!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Jay Hawreluk, the CEO of AcuMax for part 5: Understanding The Tilt Factor.
Jay is here to explain the AcuMax Index, a personality assessment that focuses on maximizing hiring and retaining employees.
If you missed Jay's last episode, you can find it right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9rt5c4r8_s
Tune in to this episode to learn ALL about the AcuMax Index and how it can benefit YOU and YOUR company!
Text JAKE to 218-517-7985 for a COMPLIMENTARY ACUMAX INDEX!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake and Brad are joined by Christian Militello of Militello Painting and Powerwashing. Christian has been in the industry for over 20 years and came onto the podcast to share his story and business experiences with us. Christian is a real PRO and this is an episode you do not want to miss!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Jay Hawreluk, the CEO of AcuMax for part 4: Understanding The D Drive. Jay is here to explain the AcuMax Index, a personality assessment that focuses on maximizing hiring and retaining employees.
If you missed Jay's last episode, you can find it right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yigxLtyLCSM&t=11s
Tune in to this episode to learn ALL about the AcuMax Index and how it can benefit YOU and YOUR company!
Text JAKE to 218-517-7985 for a COMPLIMENTARY ACUMAX INDEX!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Brandon Elwell, the Business Development Representative for CompanyCam in the Pressure Washing Industry. CompanyCam is a cloud based photo documentation jobsite communication tool. Not only is it an easy way to store jobsite photos for potential clients, but it also helps you track progress, record preexisting damages, and even a simple way to communicate with your team. Tune in to learn how CompanyCam can benefit YOU and your company!
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If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake and Brad are joined IN PERSON at the PWNA event by Ray Burke & Ted Ma. Ted Ma works with organizations to help them create a culture that people will NEVER want to leave and helps leaders bring out the best in others. Ted is a true entrepreneur as well as a full time keynote speaker! Ray Burke is a pressure washing legend who quite literally built a company from scratch. Ray spent his last dime on a power washer and was able to slowly grow his business into the LARGEST pressure washing company in North Florida. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake & Brad are joined by Trudi Weickum at the PWNA Event in Florida! Trudi has been in the industry for 20 years, and now runs Panhandle Powerwash Supply out of Freeport, FL. Trudi is a GO GETTER and is always striving to improve the standard of the Power Washing indsutry. Tune in to learn from Trudi, as she talks about her experiences and gives us valuable insight on how you can grow your Pressure Washing company!
Check out Panhandle Powerwash Supply here: https://www.panhandlepowerwashsupply.com/
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If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week Jake & Brad are joined by Bo Josetti, the President of PWNA! Tune in to hear about the convention they just put on in Orlando and how events like this can help UPGRADE you and your business!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Jay Hawreluk, the CEO of AcuMax for part 3: Understanding The C Drive.
Jay is here to explain the AcuMax Index, a personality assessment that focuses on maximizing hiring and retaining employees.
If you missed Jay's last episode, you can find it right here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xevZGBG8bVY&t=4s
Tune in to this episode to learn ALL about the AcuMax Index and how it can benefit YOU and YOUR company!
Text JAKE to 218-517-7985 for a COMPLIMENTARY ACUMAX INDEX!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Jay Hawreluk, the CEO of AcuMax for part 2: Understanding The B Drive. Jay is here to explain the AcuMax Index, a personality assessment that focuses on maximizing hiring and retaining employees.
If you missed Jay's last episode, you can find it right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cuo0KT4wfx4
Tune in to this episode to learn ALL about the AcuMax Index and how it can benefit YOU and YOUR company! Text JAKE to 218-517-7985 for a COMPLIMENTARY ACUMAX INDEX!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Eric Sprague of Super Tech University. Eric runs both Super Tech & the Blue Collar Nation Podcast with his business partner, Larry Wilberton. Eric & Larry grew up working in the trades, being told by their bosses to just "shut up and do the work"! Eric & Larry founded Super Tech University to go against that style of leadership, and to focus on soft skills to create a BETTER and more efficient work environment. Tune in to find out more about how important soft skills actually are!
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If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Jay Hawreluk, the CEO of AcuMax. Jay is here to explain the AcuMax Index, a personality assessment that focuses on maximizing hiring and retaining employees. Tune in to this episode to learn ALL about the AcuMax Index and how it can benefit YOU and YOUR company!
Text JAKE to 218-517-7985 for a COMPLIMENTARY ACUMAX INDEX!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Liam O'Dea of Shiny Sherpa. Liam is a copywriter who specializes in the home services industry, and comes onto the podcast to discuss the importance of sending the RIGHT types of messages to your current & prospective clients! Come find out how Liam got started with his copywriting journey, as well as the tips and tricks he reveals to help grow your business!
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If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Greg Brooks, the National Director of Business Development at Rocket Station. Greg's expertise lies in process, development, and staffing. Greg is here to share his immense amount of knowledge about scaling a business, how Rocket Station can be beneficial to you, and how YOU can make your business PROCESS DRIVEN! Tune in to an episode you won't want to miss!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake talks Chris Johnson, the owner of Rivertown ProWash! Chris has been apart of the pressure washing industry since 2007, working part time for 9 years before he decided to go all in. In 2019, Chris left the corporate world and went FULL TIME pressure washing! Tune in to learn how Chris has been able to scale his business at a super fast rate and how he plans to achieve his big goals in the future!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake is joined by Joe "The Fence Expert" Everest. Aside from running his fence business, Joe had a very successful YouTube channel dedicated to help entrepreneurs grow their business. Joe is here to spread his knowledge about creating content for your business, and ways you can start TODAY....Even if you have absolutely no experience with social media. Tune in to this episode to learn from an absolute MASTER!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake hosted the podcast at the TCHEM Training Event in Greensboro, North Carolina. Countless industry experts came up to discuss the pressure washing industry as a whole, business building tips, and their differing perspectives on all topics! Tune in to learn from a handful of the best!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake is joined by Paul Kassander of PowerWashStore based in Wisconsin. When it comes to choosing the right equipment for the job, Paul is the guy. If you want to run a successful pressure washing company, having the right equipment is a MUST. Tune in this week to hear advice and insights from Paul regarding pressure washing equipment, as well as scaling your business amidst the current market.
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, we are joined by Wesley Mathews, co-founder of High Level Marketing. Wesley shares his invaluable knowledge regarding marketing and how you as a Pressure Washer can optimize your efforts. With Wesley's years of experience in marketing and specifically focusing on the home services industry, he is able to impart profound insights. Tune in to find out how to take your business to the next level through modern marketing!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake is joined by Drake Vant Hul, founder of Performance Financial. Drake is a CPA who specializes in the Pressure Washing industry and knows how to optimize the accounting aspect of your pressure washing business. As a business owner who wants to talk business all day, Drake brings both education and great conversation. Learn how you can maximize your business by leveraging the perspective of an accountant. Tune in to find out what financial aspects of your business you need to prioritize as you scale your operation!
If you own a pressure washing company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake is joined by Jonathan Peters, pressure washing industry expert to talk about how he got into the industry, end-of-year capital expenses, and supply chain shortages. Jonathan is the owner of TCHEM industrial services. TCHEM is proud to be more than a pressure washing store. They formulate and manufacture chemicals in-house for the pressure washing, commercial truck washing, and industrial heavy equipment sector. Jonathan and TCHEM help pressure washing contractors save money, finish faster and run successful pressure washing businesses. Over the past several decades they are known to work with local contractors as they start, establish and grow their operations into flourishing businesses. Tune in to this episode of Under Pressure for industry information you can leverage to take your business to the next level!
If you own a pressure washing company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
This week, Jake is joined by Dave Iava, Founder & Owner of Pair Payments and Pair Payments Home Services. Dave is also a co-founder and benefactor of this podcast and came up with the idea of having industry experts on this show to share their insights and lessons; both to cut down the learning curve of a growing a pressure washing company owner and to help take their business to the next level. When it comes to no fee processing, Dave is the pioneer in the pressure washing industry, introducing the concept, educating industry leaders and pushing for its adoption in the community. A visionary in the payment processing space, Dave saw the value this no fee processing could bring to pressure washing companies before any had started using this payment processing structure. He is determined to make sure that no company in the home inspection industry will unnecessarily lose out on hard-earned profits and spend money on avoidable credit card processing fees. Tune in to gain insight from Dave's wealth of knowledge and get his advice on how you can start increasing your profit margins and growing your business today!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, we are joined by Andrew Thompson, President and Founder of ViperTech. After getting fired from his first job at a chemical plant due to politics, he took $500 from his savings to Lowe’s and purchased his very first pressure washer. The next day he made $700 and hasn’t looked back since. Andrew believes that anyone who has enough passion and drive can become successful in the pressure washing industry. Andrew shares his journey through the years and how he was able to overcome every obstacle in his way to continue to grow and scale his business. Tune in to hear Andrew’s story and the advice he has for others who are looking to grow a pressure washing business!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
Part 2!
In this episode, we are joined by Victoria Erran, Founder of Reciprocity 5 and digital marketing specialist. Victoria founded Reciprocity 5, after watching thousands of exterior cleaning businesses struggle with inconsistent clientele and outdated marketing tactics. Their mission is to find a proven solution to help home service businesses around the world not only survive, but thrive. On our show, Victoria Erran delves into her presentation from IWCA/PWNA in Orlando titled, “How to add $250,000 to your exterior cleaning business with Facebook ads.” Along with this fantastic presentation, Victoria also covers the basics of digital marketing and shares tactics to optimize your efforts. As you can tell, Victoria has insights into marketing in your industry, this is a must-see episode if you want to learn the how to use marketing to take your business to the next level! Implementing marketing systems like this allow you to focus on what you do best. Tune in to find out what a strong marketing system looks like and how you can get to work on building yours now!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, we are joined by Victoria Erran, Founder of Reciprocity 5 and digital marketing specialist. Victoria founded Reciprocity 5, after watching thousands of exterior cleaning businesses struggle with inconsistent clientele and outdated marketing tactics. Their mission is to find a proven solution to help home service businesses around the world not only survive, but thrive. On our show, Victoria Erran delves into her presentation from IWCA/PWNA in Orlando titled, “How to add $250,000 to your exterior cleaning business with Facebook ads.” Along with this fantastic presentation, Victoria also covers the basics of digital marketing and shares tactics to optimize your efforts. As you can tell, Victoria has insights into marketing in your industry, this is a must-see episode if you want to learn the how to use marketing to take your business to the next level! Implementing marketing systems like this allow you to focus on what you do best. Tune in to find out what a strong marketing system looks like and how you can get to work on building yours now!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, we are joined by Matt Warner, serial entrepreneur, president and owner of Empire Netting and Fence, owner of mySalesman and more. We met Matt Warner down in Tennessee at the Stain & Seal University and we were very excited when we heard him speak on stage! Matt shares his many years of business experience and insights gained through his many stories and lessons. Matt breaks down some examples from his own business journey to help our audience understand how they too, can take their business to the next level. Tune into this fantastic episode to learn how to grow and optimize your business from someone who has done it before.
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, we are joined by Steve Wilson of CBIZ. We met Steve at the joint IWCA and PWNA event in Orlando and were very excited about sharing his expertise! Steve specializes in how people and money come together in your business. Steve's background is finance and HR and he came to the conference to learn more about the industry and to share a unique form of employees benefits that is endorsed by the association. This package addresses current concerns regarding healthcare insurance and is worth learning about via this discussion! If you have questions regarding insurance and benefits in your pressure washing company, this is the episode for you. Most small business owners aren't experts in insurance and benefits and learn through experience, Steve shares his knowledge so you can get ahead of the curve. Tune in to find out everything you need to know about insurance, benefits, and retention in the pressure washing industry so you can maximize your time and efforts!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Jake is joined by Jay Hawreluk, CEO of AcuMax Index. Jay delves into what AcuMax is, how to understand it, and how to leverage it in your business once you understand your team! AcuMax's five-minute statistically-validated survey gives you the data you need to build successful teams. The science behind their reports lets you know how a person is wired, which gives you the tools you need to make the right hires and improve your existing teams. As you will see, the information gleaned from this assessment is profound and if leveraged can take your business to the next level. Tune in to learn how to understand how people are wired and how to build your teams to be the most effective. Offering insightful and actionable information, AcuMax is your secret weapon for hiring, team building, and understanding how to train and interact with each of your team members. This information is truly mind-blowing and while it is a long episode, the totality of this podcast is a must-listen!
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If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more.
In this episode, Shawn King AKA Mr. Fence, joins us from the Mr. Fence truck! Shawn is a home service expert and all of his experience and insight from the Fence world carries over very well to Power Washing! We met Shawn at the Stain and Seal University in Tennessee and when we heard him speak, we knew we had to have him on the show to share what he has learned! Mr. Fence shares all of his experience, insights, and advice from his years of experience in the home services industry and it is some powerful stuff! Tune in to hear about the 3 C's, making data driven decisions, how to take care of your team members, and knowing the difference between markup and margins! This is a quick episode that you can't miss!
If you own a home service company that accepts credit cards from customers, reach out to our sponsor Pair Payments to learn how to increase your profitability by eliminating your merchant processing fees! www.pairpayments.com
In this episode we are joined by Jon Maynard, the CEO of the Huge Convention. Jon shares his story and insights as a home service operator and as the CEO of the Huge Convention. Huge Convention has changed Jon's world and he wants to change your world and open up your mind to help look at your business strategically. Jon is all about taking your business to the next level by talking to others who have been there to learn what works and how you can apply things from other industries. Having a birds-eye view of home service industry businesses, Jon drops some knowledge on how to evolve and scale your business! Tune in to hear Jon's advice, what is working now/what is not working now and find actionable items to take your business to the next level now!
The book Jon mentioned is "Start" by Jon Acuff. Check out the Huge Convention as well!
If you own a business that processes credit card payments, check out Pair Payments to see if you can eliminate your merchant processing bill with No Fee processing! Visit www.pairpayments.com to learn more!
In this episode, Jake is joined by Laura Nelson of Signpost. Laura is the VP of Marketing at Signpost and has over a decade of experience in the industry. Laura came on the show to share her experiences and insights into marketing in this industry and describes how to maximize your marketing efforts to grow your business. Find out what fundamentals you need to establish your online presence! Whether you want advice on reviews, email/texting campaigns, SEO, paid ads and where to find your customers, Laura shares the behind the scenes knowledge she has gleaned over the years. As a representative of Signpost, Laura also shares all the solutions that Signpost offers and how you can leverage them to take your business to the next level! Tune in to find out how to increase the effectiveness of your marketing efforts and finally have efficient campaigns with better ROI!
If you want to hear more about marketing in Pressure Washing and want to learn more about Signpost, check out their website: www.signpost.com
Today Jake is joined by Jeff Engel, COO of ICI Insurance. Jeff is a specialist in insurance for Pressure Washing and has even been a window cleaner himself. So not only does Jeff understand risk management, he understands the cleaning industry as well.
In this episode, we discuss the pitfalls of taking on the cheapest insurance you can find, why insurance is important, and what the current environment of insurance is within this industry. Jeff breaks down how to shop for insurance, what you will need, and how to optimize your insurance situation in 2022.
Tune in to this episode to learn all about insurance in the pressure washing industry, how to find what you need, how to acquire it, and much more! This is a great episode that will arm you with the information you need to make sure that you are properly insured!
To learn more about Jeff and ICI or to ask any questions about insurance please email: pressurewashers@ici.insurnce Let Jeff know what questions you have and let him know about your company and he will get you all the info he needs!
In this episode, Jake is joined by Ron Musgraves once again. A pillar in the industry, Ron came on the show to answer and discuss one of the most frequent listener questions, "How do I start a pressure washing company from square one?" Having been in the pressure washing industry for 37 years, Ron is very far away from square one, so we pose the question, "How would you start from scratch in 2022?" Whether it's certifications, equipment, insurance, worker's comp., corporate structure/tax planning, branding, mentorship/coaching, marketing, sales, operations, profitability, hiring, education, services to offer, if you need to know how to start your company, and much more, this episode will give you the information you need! This episode is bursting at the seams with valuable knowledge from an industry expert. Tune in to find out how to start your pressure washing company right now and what to prioritize! Leverage all of Ron's tips, insights, and experience to get started the right way and have the best foundation to scale. Ron also offers business coaching for free, reach out to Ron if you have any questions!
In this episode, Jake is joined by Dirk Van Reenen of BERGflow. Dirk is an award-winning entrepreneur, international consultant, trainer, and owner of multiple successful businesses. He spent over 10 years studying with successful business people apart from the rest. In this episode, Dirk shares the insights he has learned through these experiences; and these are actionable items that you can leverage today.
A business owner himself, Dirk learned the hard way that more hard work is not the answer. Now he's on a mission to help people just like you who are working harder than they should be. Dirk has created a foolproof model that service-based company owners can follow to drive rapid growth and build wealth. A business where everyone wins. Tune in to find out how you can learn how to build your team in a manner that keeps them prepared to pivot when the necessity arises.
There's a transition service business owners go through, from technician to CEO, along the way they hit ceilings in growth. These ceilings force them to either make the necessary changes to breakthrough or they get stuck. Running businesses in this evolving world is challenging. Even successful business owners are hitting ceilings to the next phase of growth and expansion. BERGflow assists entrepreneurs to break through ceilings, with specialized training in Leadership Development, Scalable Structures, and M&As. You will hear all about this in the episode but if you want to dive straight in, check out the BERGflow 2-Day Summit, Pivot Point below.
For more on BERGflow and their event "Pivot Point" visit:
https://www.pivotreadyteam.com/pivot-point-9272
In this episode we are joined by Paul Kassander, Owner of PowerWashStore based in Wisconsin. Paul was a fantastic guest that shares his story and gives us his perspective on the industry and how things have changed over the years. This episode gets into many aspects of running a pressure washing company and what has changed in the industry landscape all the way up to 2022. Paul, Jake, and Dave discuss how the internet changed the industry, how to leverage automation, the shift from mechanical to chemical operation, pricing shifts, supply chain issues, and resources to help you grow your business! This episode takes a look at the industry through expert eyes and gives you his perspective on how to succeed with your company today. Tune in to hear from Paul how you can improve and secure your equipment/supplies, boost your profitability and grow your pressure washing business!
In this episode, Jake is joined by Justin Clegg, CEO and Founder of Allset. Allset is an automated messaging platform for home service businesses to increase tips, reviews and referrals and drive revenue with personalized SMS messages. Justin shares what his product can do for your pressure washing business by unlocking untapped revenue and much more. I addition to increase the size and speed of tips via a digital platform, Allset also helps you accrue qualified reviews and increase referral rates. We are happy to have Justin on the show to share how he can help businesses earn more on every job and motivate technicians. When prompted, Americans will leave a $35 tip on average; so stop leaving money on the table and treat your team members right! Tune in to find out how you can leverage tipping to improve your company and learn about the power of this software from Justin as he shares all the metrics and his own insight. Justin was also kind enough to provide an exclusive offer to our audience, $125/month instead of $199/month! All you have to do is reach out to Allset and mention: Under Pressure, Pair Payments, Jake or PWNA/IWCA!
Check out Allset: www.allsethq.com
In this episode, Jake is joined by Istvan Zsako to talk about building relationships and getting referrals. Not only do we discuss how and why nurturing these relationships is so important for gaining repeat business, but we also discuss how to automate this process. Your time is a valuable resource and too much time can be spent in the pursuit of these relationships - what if you could automate this? What could that mean for your business? While automating a relationship-building action can seem counterintuitive, there are effective methods to get the results you need efficiently! Tune in to find out how you can get started automating building relationships and getting referrals!
In this episode of Under Pressure, we are joined by Mike Wingard, Founder, and CEO of Legacy. Known in the industry as "Legacy Mike," Mike lives up to his name in this episode. Legacy Mike shares valuable insight into growing your business and along with that, your legacy. Hear Mike's story, how he started in the pressure washing industry, grew his company from nothing, and built it up to where he was able to sell it. Now Mike runs Legacy to help other business owners grow their operation and in turn, their legacy. Through a focus on mindset and building out teams, Mike is able to fast track people to their success, the right way. Tune in to hear about the scarcity vs. abundance mindset, the priority of building out teams, and much more in this fantastic episode that will help you grow your business and yourself!
Find @LegacyMike on all platforms if you have any questions, he is more than willing to talk to members of the Under Pressure audience!
In this episode, Dave and Jake are joined by Drake Vant Hul, founder of Performance Financial. Drake is a CPA who specializes in the Pressure Washing industry and knows how to optimize the accounting aspect of your pressure washing business. As a business owner who wants to talk business all day, Drake brings both education and great conversation. This episode goes in-depth on how you can maximize your business by leveraging the perspective of an accountant. Tune in to find out what financial aspects of your business you need to prioritize as you scale your operation!
In this episode, Dave Iava is joined by Ron Musgraves of the Pressure Washing Institute. This is a fantastic conversation that focuses on scaling your pressure washing business and the state of the industry. If you have ever wondered how to grow your business or wanted to get the rundown on the status quo of the pressure washing industry, this is the episode for you. In this can't miss episode, you will hear stories, insights, and experiences from an industry expert that you can leverage to take your business to the next level!
In this episode, Dave is joined by Caleb Roth. Caleb is the Owner of Stain and Seal Experts out of Tennessee. Caleb, who hosts Stain University, discusses how he went from growing up in the fencing industry to running a stain and seal company and much more. Listen in to find out how you can leverage online engagement, networking/mentorship relationships, business procedures/systems, and educational resources to take your business to the next level. Caleb knows this industry and he knows how to grow a business, hear it all from someone who has done what you are working towards! Tune in to hear his experiences, insights, and advice!
If you want to hear more of Caleb, check out his podcast: "The Stain & Seal Experts Podcast!"
In this episode, Dave Iava and Joey Donofrio are joined by Marc Englebert of P3 in Winston-Salem NC.
Marc shares his story of starting a pressure washing company with borrowed equipment and a Subaru Outback. After bootstrapping his business, Marc was able to build a company and continue to grow it.
Being the owner of multiple companies, Marc understands how to leverage his entrepreneurial spirit and turn it into a profitable business. As he joins us today, he will pull from his years of experience in the field and behind the scenes to give you insight into how to both start and grow a pressure washing operation.
Tune in to find out what you need to focus on, who to add to your team, and how you can scale your pressure washing business!
In this episode, Dave is joined by Jonathan Peters, pressure washing industry expert to talk about how he got into the industry, end-of-year capital expenses, and supply chain shortages.
Jonathan is the owner of TCHEM industrial services.
TCHEM is proud to be more than a pressure washing store. They formulate and manufacture chemicals in-house for the pressure washing, commercial truck washing, and industrial heavy equipment sector.
Jonathan and TCHEM help pressure washing contractors save money, finish faster and run successful pressure washing businesses.
Over the past several decades they are known to work with local contractors as they start, establish and grow their operations into flourishing businesses.
Tune in to this episode of Under Pressure for industry information you can leverage to take your business to the next level!