Titans of the Trades

Ryan Englin

Welcome to Titans of the Trades: Stories and Strategies from Blue Collar Powerhouses, a podcast where I engage in captivating conversations with the innovators shaping the blue collar world.

My mission… make the trades cool again!

Each week, I’ll interview an industry leader and dig into their success so they can share it with the world. The episodes are crafted to inspire, educate, and uplift, offering a deep dive into the paths that define winning in blue-collar industries. The titan's stories and strategies will unite us in the mission to bring awareness to the life-changing work happening in the trades.

Join me, Ryan Englin, as I uncover the narratives of industry giants, spotlighting leaders with hands-on experience and a commitment to transforming the industry.

Dive into our latest episodes and unearth the wisdom that fuels success.

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Episodes

Creating a Positive Business Culture With RJ Burr
6d ago
Creating a Positive Business Culture With RJ Burr
In this conversation, RJ Burr, the President & CEO of Panex, discusses the critical role of oil in modern society, the importance of independent oil companies, and the significance of hiring the right people to build a successful team. He emphasizes the need for a positive outlook in business and the importance of seizing opportunities, especially in challenging market conditions. RJ also shares insights on creating a strong company culture and how to connect with him for further information about the oil industry.TakeawaysOil is the most important resource humans have ever utilized.83% of oil is produced by independent companies with 12 employees or less.The edge in business comes from hiring the best people.Successful people do what unsuccessful people are unwilling to do.You have a choice on your outlook every day.Building a team takes time and effort, one person at a time.Control what you can control and focus on the positive.A strong company culture leads to employee retention.Seizing market opportunities leads to significant growth.Connecting with the right people is crucial for success.Chapters02:52 The Importance of Oil in Modern Society05:53 The Role of Independent Oil Companies09:03 Hiring the Best People in the Industry12:01 Building a Strong Team and Company Culture14:49 Seizing Opportunities in the Oil Market17:56 Maintaining a Positive Outlook in BusinessConnect With RJWebsite: https://panex.us/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rj-burr-06a609162/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Innovating the Construction Industry With Jonathan Klemm
Oct 30 2024
Innovating the Construction Industry With Jonathan Klemm
In this conversation, Ryan speaks with Jonathan Klemm, Founder of Quality Builders, about the evolving landscape of the construction industry, the importance of technology, and the value of treating subcontractors as partners. Jonathan shares his journey into the trades, the founding of Quality Builders during the pandemic, and the company's vision for growth. He emphasizes the need for mentorship, the significance of a strong team, and the future of the trades amidst challenges such as workforce shortages and the need for technological advancement.KeywordsQuality Builders, construction, technology, subcontractors, mentorship, trades, growth strategy, future of construction, residential renovation, industry changeTakeawaysThe younger generation is interested in the trades contrary to popular belief.Mentorship plays a crucial role in shaping values and skills in the trades.Quality Builders was founded during the pandemic, leveraging past experiences.Technology can streamline processes in the construction industry.Subcontractors should be treated as partners to ensure quality work.A clear vision helps in vetting subcontractors and aligning them with company goals.Survival mode is a critical phase for new businesses before scaling.Mentorship programs can significantly benefit subcontractors and the business.The construction industry is ripe for change and technological disruption.Creating a desirable work environment is key to attracting talent in the trades.Sound Bites"I love talking about what you're doing in the trades.""There's always something to do.""We want to implement the systems and processes."Chapters03:09 The Role of Technology in Construction05:49 The Importance of Subcontractors as Partners09:09 Vision and Growth Strategy for Quality Builders11:59 Mentorship and Support in the Trades14:59 Future of the Trades and Quality BuildersConnect With Jonathan:Website: www.qualitybuilders.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quality-buildersinc Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
The Next Generation of Construction Companies With Nik Dixon and Zach VanDyke
Oct 23 2024
The Next Generation of Construction Companies With Nik Dixon and Zach VanDyke
SummaryIn this conversation, Ryan speaks with Nik Dixon and Zach VanDyke from New Era Construction about their journey in the construction industry. They discuss the challenges and opportunities they face as a new generation in the trades, the importance of skilled labor, and their strategies for growth and relationship building. They also touch on the significance of work-life balance and how they aim to create a positive work environment for their employees.Keywordsconstruction, New Era Construction, challenges, opportunities, skilled labor, work-life balance, growth strategies, relationships, trades, industry insightsTakeawaysThe construction industry faces challenges in attracting qualified workers.Creating a positive work culture is essential for retaining employees.Diversifying subcontractors helps manage costs and maintain quality.Skilled labor is becoming scarce, making training and apprenticeship programs vital.Building long-term relationships with clients is key to sustained growth.Work-life balance is a challenge but necessary for personal well-being.The company aims to let their work speak for itself in the market.Sound Bites"We want people to enjoy coming to work.""You have the ability to do anything."Chapters02:53 Challenges and Opportunities in the Construction Industry05:56 Lessons Learned in the Trades08:51 The Importance of Skilled Labor12:00 Growth Strategies and Relationship Building15:01 Work-Life Balance in ConstructionConnect With Nik & Zach:Website: https://www.neweraconstructionco.com/Nik's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neweranik/Zach’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/newerazach/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Building an Empire: From 8 to Nearly 650 Locations in 6 Years With Matt Ebert
Oct 16 2024
Building an Empire: From 8 to Nearly 650 Locations in 6 Years With Matt Ebert
Summary Matt Ebert, the CEO of Crash Champions, shares his journey of growing the company from 8 to nearly 650 locations and becoming the employer of choice in the collision repair industry.  He emphasizes the importance of investing in leadership and creating a positive employee experience. Matt also discusses the need to attract more women and new talent to the industry through partnerships with trade schools and promoting the opportunities available.  He advises small business owners to train someone to replace them and trust their team to make decisions. Matt's success is a result of promoting from within and recruiting talented individuals who feel stuck in their current positions. Keywords employer of choice, leadership, employee experience, attracting talent, trade schools, training, trust, promoting from within, recruiting Takeaways Investing in leadership and creating a positive employee experience are key to becoming the employer of choice. Promote from within and train someone to replace you to focus on working on the business. Attracting more women and new talent to the industry requires making it more appealing and showcasing the opportunities available. Trust your team to make decisions and exceed your expectations. Recruit talented individuals who feel stuck in their current positions by offering a path forward. Sound Bites "People's happiness at work depends greatly upon who they report to." "Your team can come up with some great ideas, just let them run with it." Chapters 02:04 Company Growth and Future Plans 04:59 Creating a Positive Employee Experience 08:23 Empowering Employees to Generate Ideas 11:07 Addressing the Lack of People in the Industry 13:43 Finding and Recruiting Talent 16:11 Providing Opportunities for Career Path To Connect With Matt: Website: https://crashchampions.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ebert-7169a5180/  Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Incentives That Actually Retain Your Best People With Chris Buttenham
Oct 9 2024
Incentives That Actually Retain Your Best People With Chris Buttenham
Summary The conversation discusses the labor crisis in the trades industry and the importance of employee retention. Chris Buttenham, co-owner of Reins, explains how their company helps small businesses in the trades sector retain key employees through equity and profit-sharing incentives.They focus on aligning incentives and creating long-term and short-term financial rewards for employees. The conversation highlights the effectiveness of these incentives for businesses in high-demand, low-supply industries like HVAC and contracting. Success stories include businesses that have retained key employees and improved their operations by implementing Reins' incentive structures. Keywords trades industry, labor crisis, employee retention, equity incentives, profit-sharing, Reins, small businesses, long-term incentives, short-term incentives, financial rewards, success stories Takeaways The trades industry is facing a labor crisis and employee retention is a significant challenge. Reins helps small businesses in the trades sector retain key employees with equity and profit-sharing incentives. Aligning incentives and offering long-term and short-term financial rewards can motivate employees to stay with the company. Reins' incentive structures have been effective for businesses in high-demand, low-supply industries like HVAC and contracting. Sound Bites "Retention is the key issue in the trades industry." "Financial incentives create a stronger commitment from employees." "Reins is designed for businesses in high-demand, low-supply industries." Chapters 03:03 The Importance of Financial Incentives for Retention 06:03 Effective Incentives for High-Demand Industries 09:20 Financial Rewards and Employee Commitment 12:26 Understanding Phantom Stock and Equity Incentives 14:48 Offer and Conclusion Connect With Chris: Special Listener Promo: https://www.myreins.com/ryanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbuttenham/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Double Your Business Every Year With Derek Cormier
Oct 2 2024
Double Your Business Every Year With Derek Cormier
SummaryDerek Cormier, owner of Climate Experts, shares his success in doubling his business every year since 2016 and his ability to find and retain good employees in the trades industry. He emphasizes the importance of creating a strong company culture and defining core values to attract the right employees. Cormier has developed an apprenticeship program and training system that compresses a two-year apprenticeship into three months, allowing new hires to quickly become productive technicians. He also highlights the significance of marketing and recruiting to find high-quality applicants and the importance of empowering employees to take control of their own career progression.Keywordstrades, business growth, employee retention, apprenticeship program, training, recruiting, company culture, career progressionTakeaways·Creating a strong company culture and defining core values is crucial for attracting and retaining good employees.·Developing an apprenticeship program and training system can help compress the time it takes to upskill new hires and make them productive technicians.·Marketing and recruiting efforts should focus on promoting the company culture, growth opportunities, and career progression to attract high-quality applicants.·Empowering employees to take control of their own career progression can lead to increased motivation and productivity.Chapters02:08 Challenges in Finding and Retaining Technicians04:27 Compressing Apprenticeship Training09:27 Effective Marketing and Recruiting13:30 Empowering Employees for Career ProgressionConnect With Derek:Website: climateexperts.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-cormier-climate/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Preparing Your Business for Exit With Heath Treasure
Sep 25 2024
Preparing Your Business for Exit With Heath Treasure
SummaryHeath Treasure shares his journey from rags to riches in the blue-collar space, emphasizing the importance of preparing a business for exit and the acquisition process. He highlights the significance of soft skills, financial clarity, and process flow in building a sellable asset. Heath also discusses the challenges faced by business owners and offers coaching and group coaching services to help them grow and exit their businesses.Keywordsbusiness exit, acquisition process, soft skills, financial clarity, process flow, blue-collar business, coaching, group coachingTakeawaysThe importance of developing soft skills in communication, negotiation, and routine for business success and exit preparation.The significance of financial clarity and process flow in creating a sellable asset and maximizing business valuation.The challenges faced by business owners in preparing for business exit and the availability of coaching and group coaching services to help them grow and exit their businesses.Chapters00:00 From Rags to Riches: A Blue-Collar Success Story02:05 Preparing Your Business for Exit: The Acquisition Process07:19 The Role of Soft Skills in Business Success and Exit PreparationConnect With Heath:Website: https://www.ultimatebluecollar.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theheathtreasure/  Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
12 Laws of a Great Workplace With Jim Bush
Sep 18 2024
12 Laws of a Great Workplace With Jim Bush
Jim Bush, CEO of Weather Shield Roofing Systems, shares his 12 laws of a great workplace. The first law is that work should be a life-giving place where people flourish and grow. The second law is that work should have a higher purpose that makes the world a better place. The third law is that everyone deserves to work for a well-run business that provides order amidst chaos. Tune in to the full episode to learn more about how Jim’s laws of a great workplace will develop your team and grow your company.Keywordsworkplace, leadership, purpose, personal development, order, well-run business, life-givingTakeawaysWork should have a higher purpose that makes the world a better place.Everyone deserves great leadership.The workplace is the perfect place for personal development.The workplace should have a spill-up effect, where the blessings and growth from the workplace flow into people's personal lives.Sound Bites"Work should be a life-giving place where people flourish and grow.""Our work needs to have a higher purpose that is above just doing a roof.""A truly good business should be a place of order amidst a world of chaos."Chapters02:58 Law 1: Creating a Life-Giving Workplace06:08 Law 2: Finding Purpose in Your Work08:56 Law 3: The Importance of a Well-Run Business12:12 Law 4: The Power of Great Leadership14:59 Law 5: Doing What You Love22:59 Law 7: The Spill-Up Effect: Blessings in the WorkplaceConnect With Jim:Website: https://weathershieldusa.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-bush-6b154730/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
The Power of Culture With Eduard Mirzoian
Sep 11 2024
The Power of Culture With Eduard Mirzoian
Eduard Mirzoian shares his journey of building a successful restoration contracting company, emphasizing the importance of culture, people, and consistent marketing. He discusses the challenges and strategies for attracting and retaining top talent, as well as the impact of culture on business success.Keywordsrestoration contractor, company growth, culture, people management, talent attraction, marketing, business successTakeawaysThe importance of maintaining a forward-looking perspective and focusing on continuous improvement in business growth.The significance of creating a strong company culture and investing in the personal growth and well-being of employees.The value of consistent marketing of company culture to attract and retain top talent.The impact of culture on business success and the need to prioritize cultural fit when hiring and retaining employees.Sound Bites"If you care about your people, they'll care about you."Chapters00:00 The Journey of Building a Successful Restoration Contracting Company02:57 The Power of Culture and People in Business Success05:56 Attracting and Retaining Top Talent: Strategies for Growth08:50 Consistent Marketing of Company Culture: A Key to Talent Attraction11:53 The Impact of Culture on Business SuccessConnect With Eduard:Website: https://restorerz.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduard-mirzoian-70152388/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
From Tradesman to CEO With Jay Carter
Sep 4 2024
From Tradesman to CEO With Jay Carter
Jay Carter shares his journey of starting a roofing company, facing challenges, and finding success. He emphasizes the importance of failure, mindset, and purpose in business. He also discusses the transition from being a tradesman to a CEO and the significance of self-reflection and mindset for business success.Keywordsroofing company, business challenges, failure, mindset, purpose, CEO mindset, self-reflection, systematizing mindset, business successTakeawaysThe importance of failure and the lessons learned from it.The significance of mindset and purpose in business success.The transition from being a tradesman to a CEO mindset.The role of self-reflection for business success.Sound Bites"The day I stopped waking up and thinking about money was the day I started making more than I needed.""How do you become that leader? You be the leader of yourself first."Chapters00:00 The Journey of Starting a Roofing Company03:00 The Power of Failure and Mindset in Business Success07:01 Transitioning to a CEO Mindset and Self-Reflection10:04 Lessons Learned and Business Evolution13:00 Systematizing Mindset for Business SuccessConnect With Jay:Website: https://jaycarterroofing.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-carter01/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
The Power of Genuine Care in Retaining Techs With Jason Noel
Aug 28 2024
The Power of Genuine Care in Retaining Techs With Jason Noel
SummaryJason Noel, Director of Advisement at CEO Warrior, shares his insights on building successful companies and teams in the trades industry. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on people and surrounding yourself with great individuals who possess skills and passions that complement your own. Jason highlights the need to genuinely care for employees and be present and available to them. He also discusses the value of apprenticeship programs in attracting and training the next generation of tradespeople. Jason emphasizes the significance of creating clarity, setting expectations, and investing in employee development to improve retention.Keywordstrades industry, building successful companies, building great teams, hiring great people, focusing on people, surrounding yourself with great individuals, genuinely caring for employees, apprenticeship programs, attracting and training the next generation, creating clarity, setting expectations, investing in employee development, improving retentionTakeaways·Focus on people and surround yourself with great individuals who possess skills and passions that complement your own.·Genuinely care for your employees and be present and available to them.·Implement apprenticeship programs to attract and train the next generation of tradespeople.·Create clarity, set expectations, and invest in the development of your employees to improve retention.Sound Bites"Caring for people is not a weakness. It actually shows that you're stronger.""Investing in them is more than just caring. It's training, understanding, and helping them develop a career path."Chapters01:22 Surrounding Yourself with Great People03:27 The Power of Genuine Care and Presence07:23 Attracting and Training the Next Generation13:04 Improving Retention through Clarity and Development19:26 Opportunities with CEO WarriorConnect With Jason:Website: https://ceowarrior.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-noel-16967b30 Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Leading with Purpose in the Manufacturing Industry With Matt Paul
Aug 21 2024
Leading with Purpose in the Manufacturing Industry With Matt Paul
In this conversation, Matt discusses Dynapower, a global manufacturing business specializing in custom equipment for various markets. He emphasizes the importance of company culture, purpose-driven work, and the impact on the global community. Matt also shares insights on attracting and retaining talent, connecting with customers, and the company's future direction.Keywordsmanufacturing, company culture, purpose-driven work, talent retention, customer relationships, global impact, energy independence, market integration, clean energyTakeawaysCompany culture and purpose-driven work are essential for attracting and retaining talent.Connecting with customers as partners and friends, rather than just customers, creates a strong bond and loyalty.The younger generation seeks purpose and impact in their work, making it important to connect the work to a larger, meaningful outcome.Global expansion and market integration require hiring locally and building relationships within the market.The future of Dynapower involves helping legacy manufacturing businesses become energy independent and adapt to the changing world.Sound Bites"We talk about our customers as family and friends and partners.""People don't buy on logic. They buy on emotion.""The generation changed. We're income driven, but we're also emotionally driven."Chapters03:00 Cultivating Purpose-Driven Work and Company Culture in Manufacturing06:47 Connecting with Customers as Partners and Friends09:50 Attracting and Retaining Talent in the Manufacturing Industry12:03 The Future of Dynapower: Energy Independence and Market IntegrationConnect With Matt:Website: https://dynapower.com/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Creating Opportunities for Women in the Trades With Kristen Scutella
Aug 14 2024
Creating Opportunities for Women in the Trades With Kristen Scutella
SummaryKristen Scutella, Regional Service Vice President at Comfort Systems USA, discusses the labor challenges in the trades and how her company is overcoming them. She emphasizes the importance of building a strong company culture and investing in employees. Kristen also highlights the need to attract more women to the trades and shares success stories of women who have excelled in the industry. She encourages women to pursue opportunities in the trades and emphasizes that there are no roadblocks for women in her company. Kristen concludes by expressing her pride in the work done by Comfort Systems USA and the impact they have on buildings and infrastructure.Keywordstrades industry, labor challenges, company culture, investing in employees, attracting women to the trades, success stories, Comfort Systems USATakeawaysBuilding a strong company culture is essential for attracting and retaining great employees in the trades.The trades are recession-proof and offer opportunities for career growth and fulfillment.There is a need to attract more women to the trades and provide them with equal opportunities.Investing in mentorship programs and creating development paths can help address the labor shortage in the trades.Comfort Systems USA is actively working to open up opportunities for women in the trades and has seen success in hiring more women technicians.Sound Bites"You need to have the people to execute it, but you need to have the people to do it safely.""People leave companies a lot of times for money, but they'll stay for a culture.""The most recession-proof jobs out there are the trades."Chapters01:01 Labor Challenges in the Trades Industry05:59 The Trades as Recession-Proof Jobs09:32 Empowering Women in the Trades12:53 Success Stories of Women in the Trades15:34 Creating Opportunities for WomenConnect With Kristen:Website: https://www.comfortsystemsusa.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-scutella-3224444/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Gamify Learning for Better Onboarding With Stephen Rhyne
Aug 7 2024
Gamify Learning for Better Onboarding With Stephen Rhyne
SummaryStephen Rhyne shares insights on attracting, training, and retaining good salespeople. He emphasizes the importance of treating the recruiting process like a marketing and sales funnel, focusing on attraction and signaling opportunity to the right candidates. He also discusses the significance of setting proper expectations and belief-building during the onboarding process. Stephen highlights the value of training salespeople in a gamified manner, providing micro-learning experiences and quizzes to reinforce knowledge. He also mentions the importance of automation in freeing up time for more meaningful interactions with salespeople.Keywordssalespeople, recruiting, onboarding, training, attraction, marketing funnel, expectations, belief building, micro-learning, automationTakeawaysTreat the recruiting process like a marketing and sales funnel to attract the right candidatesSet proper expectations and focus on belief-building during the onboarding processTrain salespeople in a gamified manner, providing micro-learning experiences and quizzesUse automation to free up time for more meaningful interactions with salespeopleSound Bites"If I could just find some good salespeople, if I could just find some that could not only produce but then stay.""Why should you want to be here? How do you attract them?""Becoming attractive to those you want to attract is really important."Chapters02:55 Attracting and Retaining Salespeople: The Marketing Funnel Approach08:03 Setting Expectations and Building Belief during Onboarding13:07 Game-Like Training: Micro-Learning and Quizzes for Salespeople16:25 Automation: Maximizing Time for Meaningful Interactions with SalespeopleConnect With Stephen:Website: https://conveyour.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenrhyne/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Create a Family-Like Atmosphere at Work With Chris Petri
Jul 31 2024
Create a Family-Like Atmosphere at Work With Chris Petri
Today we sit down with Chris Petri, Operations Manager at Petri Plumbing, a century-old family-owned company in New York City, is spreading the message about the opportunities in the blue-collar trades, particularly to the younger generation. They have been successful by offering high-level service and value to their customers. Petri Plumbing has been intentional about creating a family-like atmosphere for their employees, which translates into a positive client experience. They are focused on attracting and training new talent, even in a competitive market like New York City. The future for Petri Plumbing involves expanding their service and maintaining their commitment to exceptional customer service.KeywordsPetri Plumbing, blue-collar trades, younger generation, high-level service, family-like atmosphere, attracting talent, training, exceptional customer serviceTakeawaysPetri Plumbing is promoting the blue-collar trades to the younger generation.They have been successful by offering high-level service and value to their customers.Creating a family-like atmosphere for employees translates into a positive client experience.Petri Plumbing is focused on attracting and training new talent, even in a competitive market like New York City.Their future plans involve expanding their service and maintaining their commitment to exceptional customer service.Chapters03:10 Addressing the Lack of Workforce05:09 Training and Attracting New Talent08:54 Focus on the Younger Generation11:32 Expanding Service in New York City13:51 Building Generational Client RelationshipsConnect With Chris:Website: http://PetriPlumbing.com Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Develop a Comprehensive Training Program With Clifton Savage
Jul 24 2024
Develop a Comprehensive Training Program With Clifton Savage
SummaryClifton Savage, CEO at Service Leaders Society, discusses the challenges that service contractors face in recruiting, training, and retaining employees. He emphasizes the importance of company culture and employee satisfaction in attracting and retaining talent. Clifton suggests that contractors should assess their current company, address any problems or lack of systems, and focus on top-down leadership. He advises contractors to stop promoting only the requirements of the job and start showcasing the opportunities and excitement of the position. Clifton also recommends utilizing social media platforms to reach potential candidates and engaging with them on a personal level. In terms of training, we discuss the need for a well-documented and automated training program that allows employees to learn at their own pace. Finally, Clifton emphasizes the importance of going the extra mile to engage and retain employees by addressing their personal goals and providing support beyond the workplace.Keywordsservice contractors, recruiting, training, retaining, company culture, employee satisfaction, leadership, social media, training program, engagement, personal goalsTakeaways·Assess the current state of your company and address any problems or lack of systems before focusing on recruiting, training, and retaining employees.·Promote the opportunities and excitement of the position rather than just the job requirements.·Utilize social media platforms to reach potential candidates and engage with them on a personal level.·Develop a well-documented and automated training program that allows employees to learn at their own pace.·Go the extra mile to engage and retain employees by addressing their personal goals and providing support beyond the workplace.Sound Bites"Recruiting, training, and retaining are like a three-legged stool that affects each other.""If you want people to care about your business as much as you do, you gotta care about them as much as you care about your business."Chapters06:27 Strategies for Recruiting and Attracting Potential Candidates11:24 Developing a Comprehensive and User-Friendly Training Program16:11 Going the Extra Mile to Retain Employees and Support Their Personal GoalsConnect With Clifton:Website: https://serviceleadersystems.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clifton-s-savage Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Charge What You're Worth With Tom Reber
Jul 17 2024
Charge What You're Worth With Tom Reber
This week, the conversation with Tom Reber, podcast host of The Contractor Fight, focuses on the challenges faced by contractors and the solutions to overcome them. The main themes include the importance of charging what you're worth, the need for consistent recruiting and hiring practices, reframing negative beliefs, and creating a positive company culture. Other topics discussed include the impact of low prices on quality, the value of paying employees well, and the significance of building relationships with your team. We discuss the importance of prioritizing and investing in employees in order to build a successful contracting business. Tom shares his experience navigating the recession in 2008 and how his company came out more profitable by prioritizing the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. He emphasizes the need for contractors to treat their employees with respect and dignity, providing them with flexibility and opportunities for growth. Ryan adds that employees stay with companies because of good bosses who help them achieve their own goals. They discuss the significance of creating a positive employee experience and how it impacts customer satisfaction and business growth.Keywordscontractors, challenges, solutions, pricing, recruiting, hiring, reframing, company culture, quality, employee compensation, relationships, contracting business, recession, employee satisfaction, employee loyalty, leadership, employee experience, customer experience, business growthTakeawaysContractors often struggle because they don't charge what they're worth and lack training in areas like sales and finance.Consistent recruiting and hiring practices are essential for building a strong team.Reframing negative beliefs and focusing on the opportunities available can lead to success.Providing fair compensation and creating a positive company culture are crucial for attracting and retaining top talent.Building relationships with employees and understanding their needs and aspirations is key to their loyalty and commitment. Prioritizing and investing in employees is crucial for building a successful contracting business.A positive employee experience translates into better customer satisfaction and business growth.Strong leadership and intentional culture are essential for creating a thriving work environment.Building a strong personal life and taking care of oneself is key to being a successful leader in business.Sound Bites"I just see a huge lack of consistency with recruiting and you know, they hire when they need people instead of hiring all the time or recruiting all the time and looking to build their team.""It's time for contractors to start living in gated communities and not just working in them."Chapters07:12 Creating a Positive Company Culture15:55 Navigating the Recession: Prioritizing People28:57 The Impact of Leadership on Employee Satisfaction35:35 Selling Value and Growing Your BusinessConnect With Tom:Website: https://thecontractorfight.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomreber/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Elevating the Trade Partner Experience With Ira Singer
Jul 10 2024
Elevating the Trade Partner Experience With Ira Singer
SummaryIn this episode, Ryan Englin interviews Ira Singer, the Founder of Mosaic Construction, a nationally recognized general contractor. They discuss the importance of building relationships with trade partners and subcontractors in the construction industry. Ira emphasizes the need for intentional relationship-building and highlights the value of good behavior, communication, and professionalism. He also discusses the role of technology, such as Procore, in facilitating effective communication between general contractors and trade partners. The episode concludes with a discussion on the growth opportunities that come from cultivating strong relationships and providing an elevated experience.Keywordsconstruction industry, general contractor, trade partners, subcontractors, relationship-building, communication, professionalism, technology, Procore, growth opportunitiesTakeaways·Building strong relationships with trade partners and subcontractors is crucial for success in the construction industry.·Good behavior, communication, and professionalism are essential for trade partners to stand out and be preferred by general contractors.·Adopting technology, such as Procore, can improve communication and collaboration between general contractors and trade partners.·Cultivating strong relationships and providing an elevated experience can lead to growth opportunities and repeat business.·Being open to new opportunities and saying 'yes' to different types of projects can contribute to business growth.Sound Bites"Good behavior is the bare minimum. We're looking for rock stars.""Just because you've always done it that way doesn't mean it's the best way to do it.""Adopting technology is a great thing. Efficiency is the project."Chapters09:37 Adopting Technology for Better Communication14:09 Cultivating Strong Relationships for GrowthConnect With Ira:Website: https://www.mosaicconstruction.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ira-singer-design-build-gc/ Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
The Best Way to Grow Your Team With Levi Torres
Jul 3 2024
The Best Way to Grow Your Team With Levi Torres
SummaryIn this episode of Titans of the Trades, host Ryan Englin sits down with Levi Torres, the President of High 5 Plumbing, to dive into the innovative approach of his plumbing company. Levi breaks down the stereotypes in the trade industry and shares how High 5 Plumbing sets itself apart by focusing on cleanliness, communication, and a positive work environment. From transforming their business model to training their own apprentices, Levi shares the secrets behind their rapid growth and success. With an emphasis on impacting their team, clients, and community, High 5 Plumbing is not only changing the game in Denver, but also sharing their vision on a national scale. Dive into this captivating conversation to discover how they have revolutionized the plumbing industry and ignited a transformative culture within their company.Takeaways·Defy stereotypes by emphasizing cleanliness, professionalism, and outstanding customer service. ·Strategically engage and retain team members. ·From vision boards to achievements, get creative to develop top-tier technicians. Chapters03:10 Created apprentice program, ensures 3-4 plumbers yearly.06:50 Company mission: impact team, clients, community positively.10:08 Admiration for expanding home services and training.13:01 Incentives improve punctuality and attendance for apprentices.17:17 Encourage and empower employees to succeed independently. Connect With LeviWebsite: https://www.high5colorado.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/levi-torres-9b4b97103/  Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.
Using Better Technology for Better Hiring With Jonathan Porter-Whistman
Jun 26 2024
Using Better Technology for Better Hiring With Jonathan Porter-Whistman
SummaryJonathan Porter-Whistman, CEO of PerceptionPredict, discusses the big mistake people make in hiring and the need to slow down and carefully consider the hiring process. He emphasizes the importance of understanding why and how to hire, as well as the impact of poor hiring decisions on company culture and credibility. Porter-Whistman suggests that hiring should be approached as a half-million dollar decision and that companies should focus on creating an environment that attracts high-performing individuals. He introduces the concept of psychographic science and the use of data to predict performance in different roles. Porter-Whistman also highlights the importance of controlling thoughts and creating a positive employee experience. Takeaways·The big mistake in hiring is rushing through the process without careful consideration.·Slowing down and understanding why and how to hire is crucial for making effective hiring decisions.·Poor hiring decisions can have a negative impact on company culture and credibility.·Creating an environment that attracts high-performing individuals is essential for successful hiring.·Using data and psychographic science can help predict performance in different roles. Chapters00:00 The Big Mistake in Hiring01:06 The Importance of Slowing Down03:51 The Illusion of Hiring Difficulty04:20 The Romance Interview05:23 Creating a Repelling Marketing Strategy07:29 The Impact on Credibility08:22 Finding and Hiring A-Players09:15 The Science of Predictive Hiring10:12 Using Data to Improve Hiring12:13 Predicting Performance in Different Roles13:05 The Limitations of Online Instruments14:00 Controlling Thoughts for Better Hiring15:05 The Employee Experience16:02 Creating Powerful Rhythms in the Business18:03 Designing the Business Environment19:44 The Jazz Club Analogy21:25 Bringing in Talented Individuals Connect With Jonathan:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonathanwhistman Support Titans of the Trades: If you found this episode insightful, please subscribe, share, and leave a review for Titans of the Trades. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more impactful discussions your way.