The Tradepreneur Show: Trade Business & Home Services Success with Patrick Somers

October is Fire Prevention Month, making this the perfect time for contractors, technicians, and tradespeople to rethink what fire safety looks like on the job. From damaged extension cords and overloaded outlets to brazing, lithium batteries, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors, Patrick Somers explains how developing a fire prevention mindset can help you catch prob...

What happens when a rattlesnake shows up under your house, in your car, or near your family and pets? Patrick Somers sits down with High Desert Dani (Danielle Wall), a Southern California rattlesnake rescuer and self-taught snake wrangler, to talk about rescuing rattlesnakes, relocating wildlife, and educating people about living safely alongside desert animals. Danielle shares how one rattlesnake...

Working in extreme heat can be deadly, especially for HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, roofers, and other skilled tradespeople working in attics, rooftops, and outdoor jobsites. In this episode of The Tradepreneur Show, Patrick Somers breaks down practical heat illness prevention strategies and explains why every trade business needs a strong heat injury and illness prevention plan. From...

AI is changing the world, but AI can't build a data center, install a power system, repair a cooling system, or fix a broken piece of equipment. In this episode of The Tradepreneur Show, Patrick Somers explains why the rapid growth of artificial intelligence could create a massive new opportunity for the skilled trades. From electricians and HVAC technicians to plumbers, welders, pipefitters, mech...

Is college still the best path to a successful career? On this episode of The Tradepreneur Show, Patrick Somers sits down with three young tradespeople to talk about why they chose HVAC and plumbing, what they're earning while they learn, and what life is really like in the skilled trades. From apprenticeships and trade school to getting paid on the job, they share their experiences, challenges, e...

Patrick Somers shares the unfiltered story of how he went from making $10 an hour in an entry-level HVAC job to co-owning a multi-million-dollar HVAC, plumbing, and electrical company. From working hospitals, warehouses, and roadside truck repair to owning a dry-cleaning business, surviving the 2008 recession, and starting over in the trades, Patrick explains why chasing opportunity instead of mon...

Patrick Somers breaks down one of the most powerful communication and sales techniques borrowed from improv: the "Yes, And" mindset. Learn how this simple approach can transform sales objections, customer service, leadership, difficult conversations, and personal relationships by acknowledging what someone is saying and building on it instead of becoming defensive. Patrick explains how "Yes, And"...

Most trades techs present one option and wonder why customers say no. Patrick Somers breaks down the psychology behind presenting 3 to 4 structured options, why a legal pad beats an iPad, and how analogies like sponges and overheated engines help homeowners say yes with confidence. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) Why presenting options is non-negotiable in the trades (01:03) Malcolm Gladwell,...

AI isn't the threat your team thinks it is - but only if you lead it right. Patrick Somers shares hard-won lessons from integrating AI across his HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and healthcare businesses, covering why 95% of AI rollouts fail and what trades owners must do differently. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) Why AI will only eliminate you if you let it (01:56) AI as a force multiplier - a...

Patrick Somers breaks down the real reason technicians lose sales before they ever get to the close. From diagnosing the two types of customer problems to understanding buying motives and fears, this episode gives you a practical, step-by-step framework for getting more yeses in the trades - without pressure or guesswork. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) The biggest mistake technicians make wh...

Every technician snaps gauge photos and calls it documentation - but if your customer can't understand the findings, you haven't done your job. Patrick Summers breaks down how to communicate findings in plain language, use AI to write customer-facing summaries, and document in a way that builds trust, wins approvals, and holds up in court. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) Why documentation and...

Why do some technicians leave with a $25K replacement and others leave with a diagnostic fee? Patrick Somers breaks down the real difference: trust, rapport, and knowing who you're talking to. This episode covers first impressions, the FORM framework, and DISC personality styles to help your team sell more by helping more. In this episode, we explore: (02:38) First impressions and the 7-second rul...

Growth doesn't come from hoping the phone rings. Digital ad strategist Neil Shoney explains why trades businesses need repeatable marketing systems, how Meta ads outperform guesswork, and why ChatGPT ads could be today's biggest competitive advantage. Learn where most contractors waste ad spend, why remarketing matters, and how early AI adoption could put your business years ahead of the competiti...

Every finished job hides hundreds of decisions no customer ever sees. Patrick Somers sits down with producer David Field to explore what movie sets, construction sites, and service businesses all have in common - leadership, adaptability, and solving problems under pressure. They also discuss why AI should support skilled professionals, not replace them, and why strong businesses have a responsibi...

AI isn't going anywhere - the question is whether you'll use it to your advantage or get left behind. Patrick Somers and Scott Stolze break down how smart trades leaders are implementing AI in their organizations without losing what makes them distinctly human, plus revealing the real opportunities AI creates for skilled trades workers. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) Why your biggest competi...

Are you aware that the trades are facing a leadership gap, a crisis as seasoned professionals retire and leave a gaping hole in the workforce? Join Patrick Somers on this eye-opening episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick as he sits down with Randy Juggassar, a building maintenance manager at Gordon Food Service and author of "Navigating the Maintenance Mentor Maze. " Together, they dive de...

What if stepping into the wild could unlock the secrets to your trade business success? Join me, Patrick Somers, on this transformative episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick , where I recount my soul-stirring vision quest in the heart of Canada. After a week away from the mic, I dove deep into the serene wilderness of Pine Falls, Manitoba, engaging in indigenous ceremonies that reshaped my...

What if a simple change in your language could skyrocket your conversion rates and transform your trade business? Join us on this electrifying episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers as we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Ryan Fenn, CEO of Chirp. From a humble start into entrepreneurship as a windshield repair technician to a thriving business owner, Ryan reveals how he t...

Are you ready to elevate your life and business to new heights? In this electrifying episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers , Patrick shares why he is preparing for a Vision Quest and what it has to do with leveling up in business, life, leadership, and purpose. This is not just about stepping away from the noise. It is about gaining clarity, building discipline, and understanding wh...

Why does your biggest revenue opportunity start at the dispatch board, not in the customer's home? Patrick Somers and returning co-host Tanya Priest break down the art and science of strategic dispatching – from matching the right technician to the right call to protecting your team during peak season madness. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) Why dispatch is part science, part art, and a whole...

What if the secret to scaling your trade business lies in the hands of artificial intelligence? Join Patrick Somers as he dives deep with Scott Stoltz in this electrifying episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick , where they unravel the transformative power of AI in both business and everyday life. With the rapid evolution of technology, understanding how to introduce AI thoughtfully can be...

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of sales psychology and elevate your trade business to new heights? Join Patrick Somers on this electrifying episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers , where he sits down with the inspiring Bara Ghaffari, who transformed her life from welfare to thriving real estate investor and AI platform expert. This isn't just a success story; it's a blueprint fo...

Are you tired of losing deals because your customers are overwhelmed by too many options? In this episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers, we dive deep into the art of offering the right options in the trades—because let’s face it, confusion kills sales! Patrick shares powerful insights on how to avoid the trap of trying to find a one-size-fits-all solution that leaves your customers...

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of scaling your trade business with the power of AI and using AI in sales? Join me, Patrick Somers, on this electrifying episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick as I sit down with Bara Gafari, a trailblazing real estate investor and AI sales solutions expert. Bara's journey from welfare to building a personal brand of over 100,000 followers is nothing shor...

Have you ever wondered why some candidates soar in the hiring process while others fizzle out? Join us on this eye-opening episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers as host Patrick dives deep with Scott Stoltz into the transformative power of personal stories in the hiring landscape. Forget the cookie-cutter resumes and stale credentials; it’s time to focus on what really matters—how a...