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🔥 From rock bottom to running his own HVAC company.

In this week’s Home Service Hustle full episode, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Tim Harrell, CEO of Giddy-Up Heating and Air, to talk about his incredible journey.

Tim grew up in rural East Texas, went to Baylor, made some hard mistakes, and even found himself in the ICU after a life-altering experience. But instead of staying down, he rededicated his life to Jesus Christ and started over.

He entered the HVAC world in 2018, got laid off, and started at the very bottom as an installer’s helper. By 2025, he launched his own business. Along the way, he learned what true grit, passion, and faith really mean in business and in life.

💡 In this episode, Tim shares:

✅ Why you only get out of business what you put in

✅ How trust, reputation, and marketing drive growth

✅ The role mindset and faith play in overcoming setbacks

✅ How being authentic, even goofy, can make you stand out in marketing

This episode is packed with raw honesty, powerful takeaways, and inspiration for anyone hustling in the home service industry.

🎧 Check it out on:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

👉 Get to know Tim better here:

Facebook: Tim Harrell

LinkedIn: Tim Harrell

This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Jon Andersen, former professional strongman, bodybuilder, and wrestler turned entrepreneur.

From overcoming childhood challenges to building multiple 6 and 7 figure businesses, Jon shares how mindset, discipline, and being willing to make uncomfortable changes can transform not just your business but your entire life.

🔥 Inside this episode:

• How to reframe struggle into strength
• The role mindset plays in creating wealth and opportunity
• Why success often comes from doing what others will not
• Lessons from the world of strongman, bodybuilding, and wrestling that apply directly to entrepreneurship

If you are ready to level up your money, marketing, and mindset, this episode is a must watch.

🎧 Check it out now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

Get to know Jon better here:

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Website: Jon-andersen.com

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🔥 Introducing D2D- the new growth system that every contractor needs to know about.

Branding + marketing + door to door canvassing = unstoppable momentum.

This collab between The Home Service Hustle, Close It Now, and The Kitchen Table Podcast is more than a conversation. It’s a revolution in how contractors get appointments, build trust, and dominate their neighborhoods.

Listen now and discover why D2D is the ultimate playbook for home service success.

🎧 Check it out now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

On this week’s Home Service Hustle Podcast host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Chuck Thokey, a nationally recognized sales coach, author, and keynote speaker who has helped home improvement companies grow revenue by 50% to 200%.

In this powerful episode Chuck shares how he took sales teams from a 28% close rate to over 60%, why training is non-negotiable, and how the future of sales and marketing will be shaped by AI. He also dives into the importance of brand equity, storytelling, and creating long term success instead of chasing short term leads.

This conversation is packed with insights on money, marketing, and mindset that every home service professional needs to hear.

🔥 Don’t settle for average. Learn how to dominate your market with proven strategies.

👉 Watch the full episode now!

🎧 Check it out now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

Get to know Chuck better here:

🌐 Website

🔗 LinkedIn

📸 Instagram

📘 Facebook

This week on the Home Service Hustle, we sit down with Eric Oberembt, the no-BS entrepreneur who rebuilt his life after addiction and turned D&M Roofing into a multi-million dollar machine.

Eric shares the hard truth about leadership, mindset, and building real culture in business.

You’ll hear about:

✅ How sobriety changed his life and business

✅ Why trust is the #1 leadership skill

✅ The TEAM method: Trust, Empathy, Authenticity, Meaning

✅ Why most people fake authenticity and lose

✅ How to build a brand instead of chasing leads

✅ His work with Roofers in Recovery and Cult Culture Movement

This one’s real. It’s raw. It’s what business owners need to hear right now.

👉 Get to know Eric better here:

Instagram: @oberembt

Facebook: facebook.com/eric.oberembt

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/eric-oberembt-73968112

Website: ericoberembt.com

“Your dispatch software is not your CRM.” 🚨📈

This week, Jonathan Bannister sits down with Jason Kramer, founder and CEO of Cultivize, for an episode every contractor and service-based business owner needs to hear. Jason drops nonstop insights on:

✅ Why your follow-up process is leaking money

✅ How a simple automated email campaign brought in $850,000

✅ The difference between “doing more” and “working smarter”

✅ Real talk on CRMs, ServiceTitan, HubSpot, and lead tracking

✅ Why educating your customer is the secret weapon for closing big-ticket jobs

Jason explains how connecting marketing to sales is the key to unlocking explosive growth and knowing where your leads are coming from, what they care about, and how to win them over.

🔥 Whether you're scaling or staying small, this episode will challenge your mindset and give you the marketing and operational tools to make your business more profitable today.

👤 Get to know Jason better:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jasonleighkramer

Website: cultivize.com

Facebook: facebook.com/cultivize

From first-grade teacher to $9M HVAC powerhouse, Stephanie Postell is changing the game in the trades.

In this episode of Home Service Hustle, she breaks down how:

• Process builds culture
• People-first leadership drives customer obsession
• Brand equals reputation
• And why building community beats chasing leads

This one’s packed with mindset, marketing, and money.

🔗 Get to know Stephanie better here:

LinkedIn

Website

Your Brand Is Your Business Card for the Future of Search

This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Tom Jameson, founder of AstroWatt Electric, and it’s a masterclass in modern brand-building for home services.

⚡ Want to survive the AI shift in local search?

⚡ Want to stop chasing leads and start attracting the right clients?

⚡ Want to lead with trust, not fear?

This episode dives deep into:

• Why Google search as we know it is dying — and what to do about it
• The rise of brand signals and how platforms like ChatGPT are changing the game
• Why Tom refuses to use fear-based sales tactics and built AstroWatt on transparency, culture, and integrity
• How to turn one $600 visit into a $10,000 lifetime client
• What it means to actually care about your customers and your team
• And how to build a brand that customers keep in their yard for a year and a half (literally)

From career electricians to new business owners, this is the no-BS roadmap for building a business that wins on purpose, not just profits.

Tune in now. Your future self will thank you.

👉 Get to know Tom better here:

🔗 LinkedIn

🔗 Website

“Buy, Build, or Burnout? Inside the Mind of a Home Service Acquirer”

This week on the Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with acquisition entrepreneur and business growth strategist Tron Pham to break down what every home service business owner needs to know before selling, scaling, or stepping away.

🔑 In this episode:

• How to grow through acquisition vs. organically
• Why systems and processes determine your company’s value
• The five stages of exit (and why most owners only think of the last one)
• What private equity really looks for in a home service company
• The truth about roll-ups and why not every deal is a slam dunk
• Why recurring revenue (yes, your club memberships) might be the golden ticket
• How to prep your business 1 to 3 years out for a maximum exit

If you're thinking about retiring, selling, or even just scaling — this is the blueprint you didn’t know you needed.

🎯 Mindset. Marketing. Money.

This episode delivers all three.

📲 Get to know Tron better here:

🔗 LinkedIn

🔗 Facebook

🔗 Website

If you want to scale your home service business beyond $5M, this is your playbook.

This week on the Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Bryan Shankman—founder of LeadTruffle and a strategic leader who’s helped take companies from $10M to $100M+ in revenue.

Bryan drops absolute 🔥 on:

💼 Building a people-first leadership system

🤖 Why AI text follow-ups are a game-changer

📈 How to actually scale without burning out

🧠 Creating more leaders—not more followers

⚙️ Aligning marketing and operations for real growth

💰 The mindset shift contractors need to unlock revenue

If your org chart still reflects where you are—and not where you're going—you NEED this episode.

🎯 Get to know Bryan better here:

@bryanshankman

https://www.leadtruffle.co/

This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, Jonathan Bannister sits down with Sam Wakefield — international best-selling author, top HVAC and Solar sales coach, and host of the Close It Now Podcast (ranked top 2% globally)! 🔥

If you're ready to sell more, work less, and create unstoppable momentum in your business, this episode is packed with gold:

💰 How to build massive trust (and close big deals) without pressure or gimmicks

🧠 Why mastering calm confidence and buyer psychology unlocks next-level success

📈 How to tap into NEED-based selling in HVAC and dominate your local market

🔥 How empowering teams (not babysitting them) drives real growth

Sam and Jonathan also break down real-world tactics that will explode your cash flow, marketing impact, and leadership mindset going into 2025.

👉 You do NOT want to miss this one.

"Scaling from $4M to $100M: Norris Avazian’s Playbook for Home Service Success"

He’s been in the trenches and the boardrooms. In this episode, Norris Avazian shares how he’s helped HVAC businesses scale from $4 million to over $100 million — and the operational mindset it takes to do it.

From building bulletproof systems to handling family business dynamics and resolving customer conflicts like a pro, Norris breaks it all down.

👉 Whether you're a technician aiming higher or a business owner looking to scale, this episode is for you.

🎧 Crystal Clear Growth: Rebranding, ROI, and the Mindset to Make It Happen

This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with the one and only Crystal Williams — founder of Lemon Seed Marketing and a powerhouse behind some of the strongest home service brands in the country.

Crystal gets real about what it takes to grow your business through marketing that actually moves the needle:

💥 Why rebranding isn’t a risk — it’s a strategy

📈 How to track your marketing ROI like a pro

🧠 The mindset shift that separates thriving companies from dying ones

📬 And why direct mail, social media, and digital campaigns all still have a seat at the table

🔥 "When you sit down at the game of marketing, you never get to get back up."

This is the kind of mindset that builds legacy brands — not just leads.

🎯 If you're ready to fall back in love with your business and level up your brand… this one’s for YOU.

📲 Get to know Crystal better here:

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This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, host Jonathan Bannister welcomes Mitch Smedley, founder of Smedley Plumbing, Trade Wins, and host of The Void Podcast.

With over 20 years in the plumbing game and a deep passion for giving back, Mitch shares how he built a thriving business during the pandemic—without throwing thousands at ads.

💥 Inside this episode:

✅ Why integrity and craftsmanship matter just as much as sales

✅ How to turn “I can’t afford it” into “Let’s do it” using smart financing

✅ Mitch’s journey from managing teams to mentoring business owners

✅ How social media helped him grow without a massive marketing budget

✅ Why giving back is a growth strategy, not just a good deed

Whether you're just starting out or scaling your trades business, this episode delivers real-world value with heart.

🎧 Watch or listen now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

📲 Get to know Mitch better here:

🔗 Facebook

🔗 YouTube

🔗 The Void Podcast:

• Spotify

• Apple

• YouTube

💥 NEW EPISODE JUST DROPPED! 💥

This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Gene Slade, the unstoppable CEO & Founder of Lead Ninja System and Lead Ninja AI — and one of the biggest disruptors in sales training for the trades.

From hustling candy bars as a kid to becoming one of the most sought-after minds in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical sales, Gene shares his full journey — the setbacks, breakthroughs, and what it really takes to win.

This episode is packed with real talk on: 🔥 Why sales is the #1 skill most contractors overlook

🧠 How to build confidence and urgency in your pitch

💸 The pricing trap that’s killing your margins

💥 And how AI is flipping the script in 2025 and beyond

If you want to grow your business, improve your mindset, and learn how to actually close, this episode is a MUST.

🎧 Watch or listen now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

📲 Get to know Gene better:

🔗 Website:

leadninjasystem.com

🔗 Facebook:

facebook.com/GeneSladeLeadNinja

🔗 Instagram:

instagram.com/geneslade

🔗 LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/in/geneslade

🔗 YouTube:

youtube.com/@geneslade

🔥🎙️ This Week’s Episode is a Must-Watch!

On this week’s episode of the Home Service Hustle podcast, James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch, joins host Jonathan Bannister to talk about shaking up the home service industry. 🚀

💡 What’s Inside:

✔️ James shares his journey from running home service businesses to leading in tech innovation.

✔️ A behind-the-scenes look at the powerful systems behind LiveSwitch that help home service pros thrive.

✔️ Game-changing strategies that blend home service expertise with cutting-edge technology.

👉 Get ready to be inspired by James’ insights on money, marketing, and mindset.

🎧 Catch the full episode now!

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvQYDKBw0zmzDPtiE1A1S

📲 Get to know James better here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-hatfield/

🚨 The wait is over! The latest episode of the Home Service Hustle Podcast featuring Derek Cormier, CEO & Founder of Climate Experts Air Plumbing and Electric, is here!

Derek’s journey is nothing short of inspiring, and this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss:

• 🛡️ From Police Officer to Business Owner: Hear how Derek went from protecting the streets of South Florida to building one of Central Florida’s fastest-growing home service companies. He shares the pivotal moment that led him to leave law enforcement and take the leap into entrepreneurship.
• 🐧 The Story of Chilly the Penguin: Dive into the creative process behind Climate Experts' branding, including their fun and relatable mascot, Chilly the Penguin, and how it helped them stand out in a competitive market.
• 💼 Building an Empowered Team: Derek reveals his formula for creating a workplace culture where employees thrive. From providing growth opportunities to valuing training, he’s built a team that drives success.
• 🔗 Networking for Growth: As an active Nexstar contractor, Derek shares the power of connecting with industry peers through shop visits and events, and how those connections have been instrumental in scaling his business to over 40 employees in just five years.

🎧 Ready to level up your mindset, marketing, and money game? This episode is packed with practical advice, inspiring stories, and actionable takeaways for anyone in the home services industry.

👉 Listen now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

📲 Want to get to know Derek Cormier better? Follow him here:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• TikTok

🌟 Unlocking Growth and Innovation with Jeff Schwartz 🌟

In this week’s Home Service Hustle Podcast, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Jeff Schwartz, CEO of Go Lime Inc., to discuss:

✅ 25+ years of leadership in the home service industry and how to build thriving teams.

✅ The importance of authenticity and personal growth in creating a lasting business legacy.

✅ Why customer-centricity is the secret to standing out in a competitive market.

✅ Jeff’s insights into clean energy and the future of sustainable home services.

Jeff’s journey is packed with wisdom, from his early days in the industry to his current mission of transforming how services are delivered. Don't miss his take on creating innovation through simplicity and why wellness and community matter in business.

Learn more about Jeff here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbschwartz

🎧 Listen now:

👉 Apple Podcasts

👉 Spotify

🎙️ New Episode Alert! – The Real Talk on Pricing, Leadership, and Growth 🎙️

This week, Bill Brown, former owner of Paramount Heating and Air, Chief Marketing Officer at OnePath, and founder of ServiceTitan Hacks, shares hard-earned lessons from over 25 years in the home service industry:

✅ The challenges of pricing: Bill discusses how every customer has an “Oh Sh*t” number—that price where things get real—and how home service pros can communicate value to overcome sticker shock.

✅ Scaling leadership: From running his business remotely to selling it after 12 years, Bill gets candid about building a team that works without bottlenecks.

✅ Moving forward: Bill’s next chapter includes leveraging tech and AI to help home service companies operate smarter.

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your business, Bill’s insights are invaluable for leadership, pricing strategy, and operational efficiency.

🎧 Listen now and get ready to take your business to the next level.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvQYDKBw0zmzDPtiE1A1S

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎧

Get ready for this week’s episode of the Home Service Hustle Podcast, where host Jonathan Bannister sits down with the incomparable Charlie Cina—Founder of OneTapConnect, speaker, author of Expose and Close, and master of revenue building.

🔥 Key Takeaways from the Episode:

• 💼 Charlie’s Journey: From selling advertising products to becoming a pioneer in smart digital tools like OneTapConnect, Charlie reflects on how his lifelong connection to home services shaped his success.
• 🗣️ Communication Mastery: Learn why tonality is everything on the phone and how mastering the art of presentation can elevate your influence.
• 📱 OneTapConnect Revolution: Discover how Charlie’s innovative microsite tool transforms first impressions into lasting impact, building trust and credibility within seconds.
• 🌟 The Power of Common Sense: Charlie redefines the sixth sense as common sense and explains how it sets the pros apart in business.
• 💡 Actionable Insights: From crafting memorable first impressions to leveraging technology for instant influence, this episode is packed with tips to help you grow your business.

🎯 Whether you're in sales, marketing, or leadership, Charlie’s insights will change how you think about building rapport and driving results.

👉 Tune in now to unlock the secrets to success!

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🌟 Building a Legacy That Lasts 🌟

This week on Home Service Hustle, Lyn Askin shares his incredible journey from agency owner to certified EOS implementer. Lyn opens up about his early entrepreneurial days, the grit it took to scale his business, and the life-changing moment that led him to build a company that could run without him. From overcoming health challenges to embracing the power of systems, Lyn’s story is all about resilience and purpose.

If you’re looking to create a business that’s built to last, this episode is a must-watch! 🎧

📅 Watch the full episode here—don’t miss it!

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🎙️ From Law Enforcement to Empowering Contractors: Gerritt Bake’s Journey 🎙️

In this powerful episode, Gerritt Bake shares his story, reflecting on his transition from almost two decades in law enforcement to becoming a respected contractor consultant. Gerritt opens up about the pivotal moments that led him to make a change and why he’s passionate about helping business owners take control of their own success.

Together with host Jonathan Bannister, they dive into the value of accountability, local influence, and overcoming fear through preparation. Whether you’re striving to become “5 mile famous” or facing challenges in business, Gerritt’s insights will leave you ready to tackle them head-on.

Tune in to watch this amazing episode now!👊

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🚨 New Episode Alert: Empower Your Business with BuyMax & BuyFin! 🚨

In this week’s episode of Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Richard Willard, VP of Customer Success for BuyMax and BuyFin. 💼

Richard breaks down how BuyMax provides contractors with $3 billion in buying power, helping them save money on essential expenses like fleet, insurance, and credit card processing. 💰 But that’s not all! He also dives deep into BuyFin, their innovative consumer financing app, which helps contractors offer flexible payment options and grow their business faster. 🚀

If you’re ready to level up your contracting business, you don’t want to miss this episode! 🎧 Tune in now!

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🚀 Unlock the Future of Smart Home Tech with Dan Goodman! 🚀

In this week’s episode of Home Service Hustle, we sit down with Dan Goodman, Co-Founder & CEO of Building 36 Technologies, to dive deep into the latest innovations that are transforming the HVAC industry.

Dan’s impressive 20+ year career in engineering and technology includes pioneering Wi-Fi thermostats and advancing smart home tech. In this episode, we discuss:

• 💡 How Building 36’s smart solutions keep customers connected and engaged.
• 📱 The power of real-time system monitoring via a user-friendly app.
• 🔄 How automation saves HVAC companies money while improving customer retention.
• 🛡️ The incredible life-saving story of how Building 36’s tech stepped in when it mattered most.

🎙 Tune in to hear all about how Dan is helping home service companies stay ahead of the curve. 🚨

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨

This week on Home Service Hustle, we’re thrilled to have Bryan Durkin, Founder & CEO of MVP Inner Circle. Whether you're in home services or any other industry, Bryan's insights will help you grow, scale, and succeed.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

1. Master the Art of Follow-Up: Bryan explains how 4-6 follow-ups—via email, calls, texts, even letters—are the sweet spot for winning new customers. 💡
2. The 3 Essentials for Business Success: Every business needs a coach, a team, and a plan to thrive.
3. Scale with Intention: It’s not about having a massive team; it’s about building a team that fits your needs and grows with purpose.
4. Human Touch Matters: In the digital age, people still crave human connection. Don’t automate everything—personal calls, videos, and face-to-face interactions still make a big impact. 🤝
5. Consistency is King: Bryan emphasizes the importance of consistency in your processes and customer interactions to build trust and establish long-term relationships.
6. Ask the Right Questions: Position yourself as the expert by guiding customers with the right questions—like, for example, the 5 important questions to ask when choosing an HVAC specialist.

💬 “There’s no magic bullet in business. It all comes down to relationships and intentional growth.” – Bryan Durkin

This episode is packed with practical strategies that will help you elevate your business! 🎧

Tune in now to learn how to build a rock-solid foundation for success! 🛠️

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvQYDKBw0zmzDPtiE1A1S

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Ready to take control of your business’s future? This week on the Home Service Hustle podcast, we sit down with Paul Neal, financial strategist and author of Un-Lease Your Business, to discuss the power of owning commercial real estate and how it can be a game-changer for small business owners. 🏢💼

Paul shares incredible insights, including:

✅ Why buying your business property can help you build wealth and autonomy.

✅ The right time (and wrong time!) to make this big move.

✅ Real-life stories of business owners who turned property ownership into long-term financial freedom. ✅ The critical link between your online reputation and securing business financing. 📊

Plus, Paul dives deep into smart financial planning and why saving is crucial for business success. Whether you're in HVAC, building contracting, or even running a local coffee shop, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can't afford to miss!

🎧 Watch the full episode NOW and learn how to unlock the next level of success for your business!

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvQYDKBw0zmzDPtiE1A1S

🎙 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🎙

🔥 This week on Home Service Hustle, we are excited to welcome James Kruspe from Profit Solutions Group, a true expert in the world of HVAC operations and profitability. In this episode, James shares his wealth of knowledge, delivering essential tips for business owners and entrepreneurs in the home service industry. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale, this conversation is packed with insights to help you maximize your revenue while keeping your business running like a well-oiled machine! 💼💡

👉 Episode Highlights:

• James’ Personal Journey: Learn how James got his start in the HVAC industry and transitioned from traditional operations into becoming a leader in profitability solutions. His story is one of perseverance, learning, and constant innovation.
• Key Strategies for Streamlining Operations: James shares some of the most effective operational tactics to ensure your HVAC business runs smoothly. From optimizing processes to improving team efficiency, these strategies are a must for service-based businesses that want to scale sustainably.
• Profitability Hacks for Home Service Businesses: Struggling to make your business as profitable as possible? James breaks down actionable steps you can take to increase margins, cut unnecessary costs, and improve customer retention—all without sacrificing quality or customer satisfaction.
• Real-World Examples and Success Stories: James dives deep into real-world scenarios where these principles have been applied successfully. He explains how simple operational changes can lead to massive boosts in profitability and growth.

Whether you're an HVAC professional, plumber, electrician, or any service-based business owner, this episode offers tools you can implement right away to elevate your game and take your company to the next level! 📈

Don't miss this insightful episode filled with practical advice from one of the industry’s finest. Click the links below to catch the full episode and start transforming your business today:

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvQYDKBw0zmzDPtiE1A1S

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🎧 New Episode Alert: Dive Deep with Brad Hone on the Home Service Hustle Podcast! 🎧

This week, we’re bringing you a powerful episode with Brad Hone, the Senior Vice President of Sales at AES Enterprises. 🌟 Brad shares invaluable insights on leadership, accountability, and the true art of teaching your team to succeed.

From his eye-opening story in law enforcement about being held accountable for the first time to his wisdom on leading through teaching, Brad’s experiences offer a masterclass in building a high-performing team. 🙌

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you elevate your leadership skills and empower your team for success. 🚀

Tune in now and transform your approach to leadership!

🎙️ Listen to the full episode here:

• Apple Podcast
• Spotify

#HomeServiceHustle #Leadership #Accountability #Teaching #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #TeamSuccess #Empowerment #Inspiration #Entrepreneurship #NewEpisode #TuneInNow

🚀 New Episode Alert: The Power of Customer-Centric Strategies! 🚀

Join us on the latest episode of Home Service Hustle as we welcome Lynn Wise, CEO & Founder of Contractor in Charge. Lynn shares her incredible journey from starting as a dispatcher in the home service industry to leading her own successful business.

In this episode, Lynn discusses:

• How understanding your team's roles is crucial for delivering a great customer experience.
• The surprising fact that only 20-25% of call volume consists of actual leads and how to manage this effectively.
• Strategies for optimizing your call handling process by dedicating resources to lead management and customer service.

Discover Lynn's expert insights on creating a customer-centric business model that not only improves service quality but also drives growth and profitability. Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice you won't want to miss!

🎧 Listen to the full episode now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

🌟 Get Ready for a Deep Dive into Entrepreneurial Success with Billy Cline! 🌟

In this electrifying episode of Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Billy Cline, the dynamic owner of Your New Door, for a candid conversation about the trials and triumphs of entrepreneurship. Billy opens up about his journey from a novice business owner facing uncertainty to a seasoned entrepreneur leading a thriving company.

🚀 Highlights of the Episode:

• The Power of Resilience: Discover how Billy harnessed resilience to push through early challenges and turn setbacks into stepping stones.
• Mentorship Magic: Learn how the right mentors can guide you through complex business decisions and help you avoid common pitfalls.
• Strategic Decision-Making: Billy shares his strategies for evaluating advice and making informed decisions that align with your business goals.
• Adaptability and Growth: Find out why staying flexible and open to change is crucial for long-term success.

Billy's stories and insights will not only inspire you but also equip you with the tools needed to overcome obstacles and seize opportunities in your entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your business, this episode is a must-listen!

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🌟 New Episode Alert! 🌟

In our latest episode of the Home Service Hustle Podcast, we have the honor of hosting Todd Liles, the founder and CEO of Service Excellence Training. Todd brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, sharing invaluable insights on leadership, business growth, and the importance of fostering strong relationships in the home service industry.

🚀 In this episode, you'll learn:

• How Todd built Service Excellence Training from the ground up.
• The critical role of building and maintaining relationships in achieving business success.
• Todd's journey and key lessons learned in the HVAC industry.
• Actionable tips for creating a positive company culture and motivating your team.

This conversation is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories that can help you elevate your business to new heights. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry

🎧✨ Tune in now to listen to this insightful episode!

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-home-service-hustle/id1607788237

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WvQYDKBw0zmzDPtiE1A1S

In this week’s episode of the Home Service Hustle podcast, we’re thrilled to have Paul Sanneman, the mastermind behind Contractor Staffing Source, Dream Business Coaching, and Residential Contractor Services Group. Paul is here to spill the secrets of his game-changing predictive DISC assessments, which can gauge a candidate’s fit for your business before you even meet them. We dive into Paul’s best practices for hiring, from crafting killer job ads that attract top talent to debunking common recruiting myths, like the idea that you should only hire when you’re desperate or that employees are just a cost. Paul emphasizes that recruiting, like marketing, should be a nonstop effort, always building a pipeline of great candidates. Plus, we tackle the golden rule: "Hire slow, fire fast" to keep your team strong and agile.

Tune in for essential insights on money, mindset, and marketing that you won't want to miss!

🎙️ New Episode Alert! This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, we chat with Arthur Yon, Co-Founder of Nest Protection Plan. Arthur's passion for health and impactful business practices shines through as he discusses the critical issue of mold in homes, with a staggering 70% of U.S. homes affected. Discover how genuine care can set your business apart, plus dive into crucial topics like money, mindset, and marketing. Arthur shares invaluable insights on how addressing mold issues can enhance customer trust and loyalty. Tune in to learn how to maximize efficiency, boost your brand, and truly make a difference in your industry.

Don't miss this insightful episode!

In this week's episode of the Home Service Hustle podcast, we welcome Billy Coover, the CEO of Nearby Now, who shares invaluable advice for business owners navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship. Billy emphasizes the challenge of wearing multiple hats when starting a business and the importance of eventually delegating tasks to focus on growth. He explains how his company helps businesses boost local search rankings through specific, intentional keywords, driving more traffic and leads. Billy also highlights the unique aspect of entrepreneurship: your primary boss is your customer. By prioritizing customer satisfaction, you ensure lasting value and loyalty. Additionally, he introduces the concept of "Google food," which involves providing detailed, user-friendly content that stands out in search engines, ensuring your business gets noticed. Tune in for actionable insights to enhance your business's online presence and overall success

In this week's episode of Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Tim Brown, the owner and founder of Hook Agency. Tim shares his inspiring journey from starting in the roofing industry to expanding his expertise into plumbing and HVAC. He discusses the challenges and rewards of navigating different sectors within the home service industry and underscores the critical importance of integrity in business practices.

Tim highlights how making promises you can’t keep can severely damage trust, which is paramount in the home service industry. He shares valuable insights on how to maintain transparency and reliability with customers, emphasizing that trust, once lost, is hard to regain. This episode delves into the ethical considerations that should guide all business interactions, especially in marketing.

Moreover, Tim talks about the necessity for home service business owners to deeply understand their marketing efforts. He warns against relying solely on the assurances of a marketing team without personally grasping the analytics and results. Learning how to read Google Analytics data, for instance, can empower business owners to see their progress clearly and make informed decisions. Tim's advice is a call to action for business owners to fully understand the data and ensure that their marketing strategies align with their business goals.

This episode is packed with practical tips and motivational insights for anyone in the home service industry looking to enhance their business practices and marketing strategies. Tim’s passion for ethical marketing and business integrity shines through, making this a must-watch episode.

This week's episode of the Home Service Hustle Podcast features a special guest, Mike Agugliaro, the CEO and Founder of FUDOG Group LLC. Mike stands out in the business world with his unique approach—he doesn't believe in hard selling. Instead, he focuses on presenting options, educating clients thoroughly, and allowing them to make informed decisions without any pressure. This genuine approach helps build trust, especially in the Home Service Industry, where establishing credibility is challenging.

One key topic Mike discusses is the concept of brand. Many people mistakenly think that a brand is just a logo or a branded vehicle, but Mike emphasizes that it's much more. Your brand encompasses your company culture, processes, team members, customer interactions, and mission. It's the overall impression you leave on the world. Effective branding requires alignment between your image and your actual practices. Your team must genuinely believe in and live out your company culture every day. A strong brand is achieved when everything and everyone in your organization works in harmony, projecting the high level of service you provide.

Mike also highlights three critical areas for anyone in the Home Service space: Marketing, Sales (or as he prefers, serving), and Leadership. Understanding marketing is crucial—it’s about effectively communicating your services' benefits and guiding clients with integrity. Sales, according to Mike, should be viewed as serving people, focusing on genuinely helping them. This approach fosters trust and authenticity. Leadership, on the other hand, involves guiding your team to become better versions of themselves and holding them accountable. Mastering these three areas is key to running a successful business. Mike has so many things to teach people that want to grow and improve. We cover sales strategies, culture, and so much more. You definitely don't want to miss this episode.

Coming up on the next episode of the Home Service Hustle podcast: Chief Operating Officer at CEO Warrior, Michael Disney talks to us about how to be the best business owner you can be. He has next-level advice about everything from how to motivate your team to really push themselves and get results, to having the right attitude and mindset in the day to day. Michael talks about speaking with intention to your employees, and making sure they know what's expected of them. He realizes that people in the home service industry have hearts of gold, so when they really push themselves to do their best and are equipped with the right tools and knowledge, EVERYONE benefits.

To catch this episode and brush up on your skills and knowledge as a fellow home service business owner, be sure to tune in!

Hello, business and sales enthusiasts! We have a great episode for you this week. We had the pleasure of talking with Corey Berrier, who is not only an amazing sales coach and author but also the founder and CEO of The Tradeschools, which is an amazing program and mentorship tailored to the HVAC Industry. You get to learn sales techniques that are industry-specific from the pros, take part in interactive workshops, and even get post-training support. Corey is all about teaching people how to have the right mindset in business and life in general. You have to be willing to spend money to grow. Don't get in your own way. He talks about the importance of finding your confidence and remembering that you should put yourself in the customer's shoes when you do a sales pitch rather than projecting your own bias or opinion. Just because you don't have an indoor air quality set up in your house, that doesn't mean that the customer wouldn't benefit from it. Corey also hosts an awesome podcast called Successful Life. He gets so much joy from hearing people's stories and connecting with people so they can all help each other learn and grow. That's what it's all about right? We should come together and share our experiences to help lift each other up and guide the way to mutual success.  Corey's story is inspiring. He had his fair share of struggles, as we all do, but he pulled himself up out of the darkness and into the light. And now that he's there, he wants to help others do the same thing. Pain is growth. We have to experience pain sometimes in order to really be prepared to push hard. And it's all about what you do with that pain. That's the deciding factor. Will you let it bring you down? Or will you use it as a springboard for better things and a better you? I think everyone can learn a lot from the great conversations in this episode between two inspiring men who care so much about helping other people grow and learn.

This week on the Home Service Hustle Podcast, we have the pleasure of sharing our amazing chat with Dave Carrol. Dave owns several companies, his most recent one being Dope Marketing. Dope stands for Data On Previous Engagement. Dave refers to this company as the "brain child" of the 12 years he spent working in home service, data, and marketing. Dave had a rough start to adulthood, but he reached the point where enough was enough, and really turned his life around. It's a very inspiring story. He tells things to you as straight as can be-doesn't sugar coat things. And he has so much good advice to share with people about marketing and data. This episode is gold coming from two great minds in the home service and marketing world. You definitely want to tune in.

We're excited to show you guys this week's episode of the Home Service Hustle Podcast! This week, we had the pleasure of talking to Japanese native Ken Okazaki who is a video marketing guru and business coach heading up OZ Media Global. Ken helps business owners learn how to personalize their video and social campaign strategies in a way that really promotes growth. He suggests finding the approach that suits you personally, rather than focusing on what's trending. Ken specializes in helping business owners do exactly that. During his journey, he also created and invented an amazing all inclusive tool for filming videos, called Go Box Studio, and has now turned that into a great rapidly growing business. He realized that setting up a professional studio was difficult for most people, and being a solution-driven person, came up with this literal studio in a box. It has everything you need, so you can take your studio with you everywhere you go. Ken has so much to offer for anyone wanting to grow their business and improve their video marketing strategy. You definitely don't want to miss this episode.

This weeks episode of the Home Service Hustle podcast is close to the heart, because we have the pleasure of introducing Joseph Kahn and Joey Trend, co-founders of Hum Jam and absolute SEO gurus. We work very closely with Hum Jam, and they have provided tremendous value to our company and our outlook as a company. Hum Jam helps businesses transform their SEO process by providing training and working closely with employees to teach them how it's done. In this episode, we talk about how the old way of doing SEO simply doesn't work anymore. Google is ever-evolving and updating it's requirements to view companies as trustworthy, or rank-worthy, in order to provide more value to users. Joseph and Joey specialize in constantly staying ahead of the game and cracking the code on the latest Google algorithm. They talk about the current algorithm, which is referred to as EEAT. This stands for Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trust. They tell us the importance of user experience and how to provide it, how to raise your domain authority, and so much more. Every business owner out there can learn from these guys. Tune in to find out the SEO secrets that will transform your business.

Welcome back for yet another great episode of The Home Service Hustle Podcast! This week, we have a great guest: Tiffany Poole, who is a business owner, investor, law firm, and people management specialist. Tiffany has a very compelling story of how she got to where she is today, and she shares with us the amazing life lessons she has learned along the way. Tiffany Poole started life in a very difficult way; she was homeless as a child, but she didn't let that get her down. At 12 years old, she decided that she wanted and deserved more. Tiffany researched people who had what she wanted in life and how they got to where they are and found that going to boarding school was where she needed to start. So, with no money or means to make it happen, she remained vigilant and wrote countless letters for months until finally, she got an opportunity to work for room and board at a prestigious school. And this was the beginning to her successful and fulfilling life. Tiffany talks about struggles and how important they are for growth, how to embrace them and utilize them. She reminds us that we often have the wrong attitude about our career and teaches us a better way of looking at things. About focusing on knowledge first, so money comes naturally later. About never giving up, and that simply playing the game is winning. Tiffany has so much inspiration to share, and WOW, what a great way to kick off the New Year with some resolutions!

Welcome to another great episode of The Home Service Hustle Podcast! This week's guest is Brett Linnenkohl, CEO of Evergreen Strategic Systems, and host of the Free The Founder Podcast, and he has tons of great knowledge to share with you. Brett is an Integrator and a marketing business model expert, and he specializes in helping business owners move from being wrapped up in day to day operations, into the leadership role where they belong. Brett tells us exactly how to make that happen, along with talking about the key differences between a "Visionary" and an "Integrator". Visionaries have the amazing ideas and visions. They can see the next level. Integrators are the people that help make those visions become reality. They have a deep understanding of exactly step-by-step how to get to that next level in the most efficient way possible. Brett also shares with us his blueprint for scaling up your business.

This week's episode of the Home Service Hustle podcast is another great one to check out. We have Executive Coach and founder of Step It Up Academy, Tomas Keenan on the show, sharing his story, along with amazing advice for business owners out there who want success, which of course, is all of us, right? Tomas also wrote the book "Unf*ck Your Business", where he talks about the mistakes he made in his entrepreneurial journey and how you can avoid making them in yours. Tomas talks about how important it is to always make forward progress, even on your worst days, how recruiting talent should be done constantly rather than waiting until it's too late, how to turn your business visions into reality, along so much more incredible advice that every business owner should hear and will benefit from.

In this weeks episode of The Home Service Hustle Podcast, we welcome guest Sean Michael Crane, who tells us his amazing story. Sean is a fitness coach, the founder and CEO of a coaching program for men called Unstoppable, and author of the book, Prison of Your Own. Sean shares his story with us about his struggles with addiction, being imprisoned for a crime he did not commit, and how all of this completely helped him eventually turn his life around. He goes in depth into how he was able to come to terms with his past, take ownership of his life and actions, and use that to fuel his new found motivation for change. He has so much to teach people about how to change your outlook. You definitely don't want to miss out on hearing this incredible story and message.

This week's episode of the Home Service Hustle is really special. We welcome one of our own as our guest: CFO and money guru Angela Leopard! Angela is brilliant at what she does. She is also the CEO of her very own Home Service N A Box and current co-owner of Cornerstone's parent company: Home Service Holdings LLC. She has a wealth of knowledge about how to take data and turn it into a plan for profit. Angela tells us all about the difference between being a CFO and an accountant, what are some great ways to build your company, and how she knows when it's the right time to hire more personnel to switch up your software, among other things. Angela works hand in hand with every department of a company, in order to get the full picture and help that company grow in the right way, at the right speed. You don't want to miss this one

In this weeks exciting episode of The Home Service Hustle, we have guest speaker and sales guru Ryan Smith, who is a Pearl Success Advisor working at the Pearl Certification Company. He shares all about how he helps teach business owners to increase sales, add value for your clientele, and sell their systems for more money, along with telling us all about his life and how he got to where he is today. Ryan served in the military, working to protect our country from terrorism, and he talks about how his experience with that, along with the great influences in his life growing up, helped to shape his amazing ability to sell and work with people. You definitely don't want to miss this one!

In this weeks episode of The Home Service Hustle Podcast, we embark on a journey through the life of Motivational Speaker and Life Coach Cody Jefferson; the founder and CEO of Embrace The Lion. Cody's story is very compelling, at times tragic, but incredibly inspiring. He recounts his painful past and how he learned to channel that pain into growth. He talks about self worth and knowing how to put yourself first with work and life in a way that's truly good for the soul. He has so much to teach people about life, and we are honored to get to share some of that with you all. You definitely want to see this

Welcome to the latest episode of the Home Service Hustle Podcast, where we listen to Dylan Rucker share his success story and offer great advice about how to replicate that success. Dylan is the owner and CEO of All Heart Heating & Cooling. Listen to him recount his story and learn how he got to where he is today. Discover the importance of consistency in your process and how to learn and grow from mistakes in the past. Dylan shares life lessons that can help anyone grow as a person, especially those of us in the Home Service space. Tune in to learn more!