Handle The Sh!T

📍 OVERVIEW WWETT Show is next week and Tanya Wilson could not wait to jump on the mic and personally invite you. In this special episode of Handle the Sh!t , Tanya breaks down exactly where you can find her at WWETT 2026 and why this conference matters if you want to grow in the wastewater industry. From scaling systems and building structure to stepping boldly into leadership as a woman in the t...

 📍 OVERVIEW  In the first Handle the Sh!t episode of 2026, Tanya Wilson pulls back the curtain on one of the most impactful leadership practices she has implemented in nearly 17 years in the wastewater industry. This episode is a deep dive into how intentional team alignment, transparency, and shared ownership thinking can completely transform a septic business.  Fresh off a powerful annual team...

In this solo episode of Handle the Sh!t , Tanya Wilson drops the mic on what really drives a successful septic business — and it’s not just trucks, tools, or trenches. It’s your mindset . Tanya shares five powerful mindset shifts that have helped her grow multiple septic companies, lead a team, and build a brand that stands out in a traditionally old-school industry. From handling daily chaos to l...

Automation gets a bad rap — but what if it's not cold and robotic... what if it’s actually the key to unlocking freedom, consistency, and deeper connection with your customers? In this episode of Handle the Sh!t , Tanya Wilson and marketing queen Heidi Hooker break down how automating the right tasks actually makes your septic business more human — not less. From setting up review requests an...

Think your brand is just a logo and a color palette? Think again. In this episode of Handle the Sh!t , Tanya Wilson is joined by marketing guru and team culture cheerleader, Heidi Hooker, to unpack what your real brand is made of: your people. 💥 Together, they explore how the way your team shows up in the field, online, and in everyday interactions becomes your company’s reputation — and ultimate...

📍 OVERVIEW In this episode of Handle the Sh!t , Tanya Wilson teams up with her operations powerhouse, Trachelle Simon, to break down the real deal behind building systems and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) in your septic or service-based business. From avoiding training burnout to creating performance-boosting processes that actually get used, this episode is packed with practical insights...

📍 OVERVIEW In this episode of Handle The Sh! T! , Tanya Wilson teams up with HomeField East Valley’s Marketing Director, Heidi Hooker , to talk about one of the most powerful (and underused) tools in the septic and wastewater business: customer reviews . We cover everything from why asking for feedback feels awkward, to how to automate your review process, to handling those dreaded one-star slams...

📍 OVERVIEW In this episode of Handle The Sh! T! , Tanya Wilson, CEO of HomeField East Valley, sits down with the newest powerhouse on the team, Trachelle Simon . From finance to operations, Trachelle’s journey proves the right person in the right seat can change everything for a growing septic and wastewater business. We talk about making the leap from corporate to small business, learning an ent...

🎙 INTRO TIME! Welcome back to Handle the Sh!t! —where business gets real, and sh*t gets handled! In this episode, we’re talking all things social media —specifically for septic, wastewater, and service-based businesses. If you’ve ever worried that posting too much might make you “annoying” online, our answer is: GOOD. That means you’re showing up. And no one knows that better than our in-house soc...

🔍 Episode Summary In this episode, we sit down with Tim Butler, a seasoned service manager in the septic industry, to talk about what it really takes to build a team that’s proud of their work and dedicated to customer service. From creating a strong internal culture to changing public perceptions of septic work, Tim shares insight on why pride, professionalism, and education matter in every serv...

In this podcast episode, Tanya Wilsom interviews Tim Butler, a service manager, about the importance of training technicians to provide excellent customer service. They discuss the significance of instilling a culture of accountability and excellence among technicians, the role of teamwork in enhancing performance, and the importance of recognizing and rewarding good work. Tim shares his approach...

In this very first episode, Tanya Wilson — CEO of HomeField East Valley and co-founder of the world’s first septic franchise — kicks things off with the why behind the mic. This podcast is built for the people doing the real work: the pumpers, installers, techs, office crew, and owners out here solving problems, leading teams, and building businesses that actually work. Tanya shares who this show...