Home Service Happy Hour

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Scott “Zig” Ziegler joins us in the bar, and we’re talking about what really happens when you try to sell a home service business. Zig still has his power washing business, the first buyer hit pause, and now he’s figuring out what kind of buyer actually makes sense. We get into seller financing, protecting yourself in a deal, and why selling your bu...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, we dive into technician pay structures, performance pay, overtime, commissions, and all the fun ways business owners accidentally make payroll more complicated than it needs to be. We talk through hourly pay, production-based pay, job ticket hours, and why the math has to work for both the employee and the business. If you have ever changed a pay p...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Cole Sickafoose joins us in the bar, and we get into what it really feels like to scale a home service business when the easy problems are already gone. Cole talks through aggressive growth, hiring from competitors, adding new services, running out of cash faster than expected, and learning that every new level of business comes with a brand new set...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, we dive into the chaos of running a home service business when life, growth, employees, and payroll rules all hit at once. We talk through office fires, record-breaking weeks, team changes, client transitions, and what it really looks like to keep pushing when business gets messy. If you own a home service company, this one is a good reminder that g...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Mike DeJong, the master of the operator to owner transition , joins us in the bar, and we dive into the journey from working in the business to truly owning it. Mike shares how he went from pilot and engineer to franchise owner, and the hard lessons he learned about scaling, delegation, and building systems that actually work. If you've ever felt st...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, we dive into the highs, lows, and hilarious mishaps from a Boundary Waters adventure while uncovering some powerful lessons about entrepreneurship along the way. From tipped canoes and lost fishing gear to teamwork, resilience, and problem solving under pressure, the stories from the wilderness sound a lot like what happens when you're growing a bu...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, we dive into the fast moving world of AI, automation, and what it means for home service business owners trying to stay ahead of the curve. We talk about the difference between visionaries and integrators, how great ideas become real systems, and why learning to communicate with AI may become one of the most valuable skills an entrepreneur can devel...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Joe Toppi from Stancon Consultants joins us in the bar to talk about the power of specialization and why narrowing your focus can completely transform a business. We dig into how Joe built Stancon Consultants into a leading resource for commercial and industrial concrete contractors by becoming the expert in a very specific niche. He shares lessons...

Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, we dive into what it really means to build a business that can operate without you being involved every single day. We talk about leadership, delegation, company culture, and why stepping away from your business is often the best way to discover where your systems are strong and where they need work. If you've ever wondered whether your company coul...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, Zig joins me in the bar to talk about the world of smart vending machines, entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build multiple businesses without losing your mind. Zig shares how he grew a vending machine operation, the opportunities he sees in AI powered coolers, and why unattended retail is creating new paths for business owners looking to diver...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into what happens when business growth gets messy and why sometimes the best thing an owner can do is get back on the truck. We talk about leadership bottlenecks, employee turnover, capacity challenges, and the tough decisions that come with growing a service business. I share stories from the trenches about stepping back into sales, suppor...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, Ken Himmler from One Wealth Map joins me in the bar to talk about what business owners actually need to know about building wealth outside of just making more money. We dive into tax strategy, estate planning, investment decisions, and why so many entrepreneurs are accidentally creating financial chaos while growing successful companies. Ken breaks...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into the wild world of home service marketing, private equity roll ups, AI tools, and what it actually takes to stand out in a crowded market. We talk about rising Google Ads costs, why building a real brand matters more than ever, and how authenticity is becoming the biggest advantage small business owners still have. There’s also a ton of...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into how AI is changing the way home service businesses operate and why business owners need to pay attention before they get left behind. We talk through AI automations, onboarding systems, integrations, and the difference between being a visionary versus being the person actually building the systems. We also get into shiny object syndrom...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, Stephanie Pipkin from Serene Clean and Filthy Rich Cleaners Podcast joins us in the bar to talk about what it was like building a cleaning company, launching the podcast, and creating content that actually connects with home service business owners. We get into how podcasting opens doors, creates authority, and gives you endless ways to repurpose co...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, Ryan Fenn from CHIIRP joins us in the bar and we get into everything from AI automation to scaling home service businesses without losing your mind. We talk about marketing systems, recruiting great employees, improving customer follow up, and why speed to lead matters more than ever right now. Ryan breaks down how business owners can use automation...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into how AI is completely changing the game for home service businesses and why the contractors that move fast are going to win big. We talk through real world examples of AI tools improving sales, automating operations, tracking KPIs, and helping owners make smarter decisions without adding more chaos to their day. From marketing and CRM au...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, James Gorzynski from Certified Exit Planners joins me as we dive into what it really takes to build a business that is worth something when you are ready to walk away. I am talking to you as a business owner who is grinding every day but maybe has not thought far enough ahead about the exit. James breaks down how clean financials, strong systems, an...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into what it really looks like to scale a business when things start breaking in the best way possible. You are going to hear about the different “purgatories” of growth and why each stage demands a completely different version of you as a leader. We also get into the real talk around hiring, building teams, and why your systems will fail if...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to grow a home service business without burning yourself out or wasting money on the wrong marketing. Ray Malaski from Get Cleaning Clicks breaks down how lead flow, hiring, and capacity all have to work together if you want real growth. You are going to hear why most business owners think they have a marketing prob...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, I dive into the wild reality of hiring, training, and leading employees in a fast growing home service business. I am breaking down real stories from the field that will make you laugh, cringe, and probably rethink how you hire your next team member. If you have ever dealt with no shows, excuses, or chaos in training, you are going to feel right at...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into what really goes into building a home service event that people actually want to attend. We are talking about CleanCon , what made it different, and why it hit so hard with owners and managers in the room. If you have ever been to a boring conference or wondered what makes one worth the investment, this is the conversation you need. We...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into the wild ride that is the spring rush and why it feels more unpredictable than ever. We are talking about the labor shortage, Indeed changes, and why waiting too long to hire is crushing your chances of finding good people. You are going to hear exactly what is happening in the market right now and why your competitors might already be...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to grow a home service business when you hit that wall and everything starts feeling harder. I’m sitting down with Dave Carroll, the CEO and founder of DOPE Marketing, and we’re talking about the real stuff that holds business owners back, from mindset to hiring to actually building a team that can carry the load. T...

Hey there, Home Service Homies! In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to grow a home service business when you are juggling multiple projects, chasing sales, and trying not to burn yourself out. We talk about the reality of raising prices, dealing with more competition, and why working 80 hours a week is not the badge of honor people think it is. You will hear how to shift from doing...