The Void

In this episode, we talk about Mitch’s experience traveling to Million Dollar Mastermind and the emotions he dealt with after not winning a video contest. We then talk about the misconceptions that involve what people see when someone else’s career is blooming; They’re not always playing 4D chess. Lastly we talk about living intentionally and coming to terms with how much time you have left. If yo...

In this episode, we talk about gas cars vs electric cars, as they both have their draw and a social impact on society. We then talk about how to be smart with your marketing dollars and if it may even be worth it for you to invest in it for your business. We finally talk about the age old phrase, “I don’t have time.” What people really mean by that is “I don’t want to.” We discuss it more in depth...

In this episode, We talk about the importance of knowing your customers and how it can directly relate to your success;’ Don’t alienate your customers! Mitch shares a personal story about a friend on facebook who is bashing his own customers for not knowing proper technical jargon and being outright rude. We then talk about finding your purpose and give extra attention to the one man band business...

In this episode, we talk about Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon and the odd timing of them both parting ways from their respective news outlets. We then talk about what you can do to make sure your business stays relational and keeps from getting sucked into transactional based sales. Lastly, we finish out by talking about the importance of knowing your numbers and what it means to the success of your...

In this episode, we discuss the latest news/ media propaganda push of forced racism. Is Andrew really a staunch racist or is he just a little mentally not there? Who knows yet, there’s no video, so we’ll all just have to wait and see. We also discuss how we handle providing tools to our employees and learning to say “YES” more to opportunities with unknown benefit or outcome. If you have questions...

Do blue check marks matter? In this Episode we talk about what it really means to have a blue check mark. Mitch tells a story about how he turned a possible lawsuit into a 5-star review. And we finish off the episode with how you can approach your boss or superior with solutions and not problems; making yourself useful, vs. BECOMING the problem. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, pleas...

In this episode we talk about why boycotts are kind of a waste in the grand scheme of things. We also talk about learning to provide for yourself and keep from exploiting weaponized incompetence whether it’s intentional or accidental. Lastly, we discuss our distaste for the impulsion from society to “Buy Local.” When does it actually make sense to buy local? If you have questions you’d like us to...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the moment of truth when deciding to finally pull the trigger to start your new business. This journey plagues more people than you might think. It originates from thinking that you need to be 100% ready to start a business, but evolves into you getting cold feet and not starting your business. We discuss President Biden’s awful response to the shooting i...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the ways to overcome difficult toxic situations. This journey plagues more people than you might think. It originates from letting behaviors go unchecked, but evolves into you having to decide whether or not you will cut ties with people who are holding you down; Even if they’re your own family. We address the alleged pre-arrest of Donald Trump and we tal...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the elusiveness of success. This journey plagues more people than you might think. It originates from the wrong mindset of what success is, but evolves into you feeling empty when your success starts to materialize. Success has more to do with getting used to living a lifestyle that you’ve worked so hard to build. This typically begins before you started...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about Imposter Syndrome and Success Guilt. Imposter syndrome plagues more people than you might think. It originates from low self esteem but evolves into feeling like a fraud when your dreams start to materialize. Success guilt has more to do with getting used to living a lifestyle that you’ve worked so hard to build. This typically begins before you started y...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about how late is too late to start a business and how just a few loud voices can make you think we’re heading down a wrong path. We also discuss how you navigate the new construction scene will help ensure that you have plenty of work for years to come. Success comes from putting in the effort on the days where you it seems difficult. You’re not alone in your...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the wussification of America and how just a few loud voices can make you think we’re heading down a wrong path. We also discuss how your commitment to doing quality work will help ensure that you have plenty of work for years to come. Finally we discuss how often we want to quit. Some people might get confused that we are machines with our work ethic but...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about a few popular conspiracies floating around this week. Some from the NFL and a few from the recent UFO’s that have been shot down. We also talk about pricing and profit and what you should be looking for. This one can be tough to discuss on a podcast because every business is so different. But we give you some basic parameters. Finally we talk about what y...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the the hub bub surrounding the recent China Spy Balloon. It’s kind of fun to drop back to our old Beyond the Void show days for a minute. We also talk about how to handle price objections. We give you 5 proven methods to get your customers to stop trying to haggle and to agree to your price at your value level. Finally, we talk to you about an awesome ne...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the AFC and NFC Conference Championships from this past week. We also talk about ChatGPT and how it can be used. We also talk about where it came from and where it’s going. Finally, we talk about the importance of building people up instead of tearing them down. Especially when you are given the opportunity to do either. If you have questions you’d like u...

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the differences between a Scarcity Mindset and an Abundance Mindset. Learning which you have and which you want will make a huge difference on the outcome of your life. Scarcity minds think there is a limited supply of success. They think successful people are somehow taking away from those who are less successful. Abundance thinkers know there is plenty...

In this episode, David goes solo! Mitch is on a short vacation in Colorado with his family. Dave brings some value with a discussion about the strengths of relationships you have in business. Without relationships, your business will fail. So you have to invest in those relationships if you want to have a successful business. Your business will live, thrive, or die by the strength of those relatio...

In this episode, Mitch and David discuss the four stages of a person's business journey. Those stages are Sales, Self Employed, CEO, and Investor. We’ll talk about how you have to understand the four stages before you start so that you can set expectations accordingly. If you start a business without knowing this natural flow, it can result in burnout and fatigue as you become overwhelmed with too...

In this episode, Mitch and David discuss how to best manage the relationships you have with your customers. If you want to streamline your booking, scheduling, invoicing, and all the other pieces of information you gather from your customers, you’re going to need a good Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) to do that. We will deep dive into what a good CRM can do and how you can use the i...

In this episode, Mitch and David discuss when limiting your losses might actually be a win. We also discuss how some people find motivation from past trauma but where do you find motivation when you’ve led a normal life? Finally, we discuss when’s the best time to plan for next year. And it’s not during the week between Christmas and New Years! If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please...

In this episode, Mitch and David talk about the Christmas party Mitch and his wife threw for their team. We also talk about how to deal with customers who have dementia. Finally we discuss the commercialization of Christmas and how to deal with the stresses of the holiday season. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for l...

In this episode, Mitch and David talk about how to deal with random failure. We also talk about how stupid New Years Resolutions are. Lastly, we discuss how Dave thinks Mitch’s wife wears the pants. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! FieldPulse is the Official Field...

In this episode, Mitch and David talk about the best way to handle problems. We also talk about how to fail faster and learn quicker. Finally, we discuss how to communicate with your spouse as you’re developing your plans and your vision for your business. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for...

In this episode, Mitch sits down with his son Mason and they discuss how Mason started his very own mowing business. Mason explains how he started with a borrowed snow shovel and worked his way up to owning a Bad Boy Mower. As adults, we tend to overcomplicate things. Watch and listen as a kid explains just how easy success can be. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to...