OWNR OPS Podcast

💰 Join our Free OWNR OPS Skool Community to grow your local service biz: ➡️ https://skool.com/ownrops Austin Gray speaks with Hector Resendez , the mastermind behind Trade School Secrets , a unique platform that helps businesses solve their staffing problems by leveraging trade schools. Hector reveals how virtual reality is revolutionizing the traditional trade school model, making it faster and...

💰 Join our Free OWNR OPS Skool Community to grow your local service biz: ➡️ https://skool.com/ownrops What happens when a $30M company replaces consultants with AI chatbots? Or when a snow plow business owner uses GoPros, Descript, and ChatGPT to build scalable SOPs? In this no-theory, boots-on-the-ground episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, Nik of Nikonomics walks through: Real-world AI use cases in...

💰 Join our Free OWNR OPS Skool Community to grow your local service biz: ➡️ https://skool.com/ownrops Can you really scale a handyman business to $1M in under 12 months? Tim Leary did—and he breaks down exactly how. Tim shares how he transitioned from real estate to handyman services and turned a few small jobs into a thriving local business in Salt Lake City.  From TV mounting and fencing to aut...

💰 Join our Free OWNR OPS Skool Community to grow your local service biz: ➡️ https://skool.com/ownrops How do you turn one viral auction post into a thriving $5 mastermind, multiple digital products, and high-ticket coaching?  Shannon Jean —serial entrepreneur and liquidation pro—breaks down his entire Whistle → Workhorse → Whale system: The “auction whistle” that rocketed him from 500 → 39K follo...

💰 Join our Free OWNR OPS Skool Community to grow your local service biz: ➡️ https://skool.com/ownrops Trades businesses often believe branding is just a logo or a truck wrap—but what if your brand could become your biggest growth driver? Austin Gray interviews Brian Sooy, a certified brand architect, StoryBrand consultant, and 30-year branding veteran who has helped hundreds of blue-collar busine...

💰 Join our Free OWNR OPS Skool Community to grow your local service biz: ➡️ https://skool.com/ownrops In this episode of OWNR OPS Podcast , Austin Gray sits down with Asa Hunt, the founder of Big Horn Painting , who transformed a layoff from his tech sales job into a thriving local business.  From growing his revenue to over $300K in his first year to scaling with a mix of Facebook Ads, networkin...

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, Austin Gray talks with Tanner Mullen—a founder who helped build and sell a business for a jaw-dropping 9-figure exit.  Now on his next mission, Tanner is building a startup in public and sharing everything he’s learned about hiring, delegation, scaling, and letting go of ego. This episode is packed with real-world founder lessons—from how Tanner built cultu...

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, Austin Gray sits down with Tyler Griffin, founder of Swift Pro, a service-based business specializing in HVAC and plumbing. Tyler shares his journey of launching Swift Pro after a successful exit from another business, offering insights on business strategy, values, and the hard work behind entrepreneurship in a competitive market. If you’re starting or sca...

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, Mike Compton of SWVA Stump Co. joins Austin Gray to discuss the journey of starting a stump grinding business from scratch.  Mike shares how he transitioned from a W2 job to becoming an owner-operator, his approach to pricing jobs, and the ups and downs he encountered in his first five weeks of business.  They also talk about the importance of taking fast a...

In this solo episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, I’m sharing some powerful insights I’ve been learning about how to scale a service-based business the right way.  From mastering paid ads to building systems that actually work for growth, I break down the key strategies I’m using to grow my business, Bearclaw, and how you can apply them to your own local service business. Whether you’re just getting s...

This week on the OWNR OPS Podcast, Austin Gray speaks with Marlena , the co-founder of G&M Outdoor Services , who has played a crucial role in scaling the business to $6M in revenue. Marlena and her brothers provide year-round services, including snow removal, excavation, and landscaping, and they’ve perfected how to manage seasonal challenges and business overhead. 💰Join our Free OWNR OPS Sk...

How do you build a $50M+ portfolio without VC money or a tech background?  Nick Huber—founder of Sweaty Startup—did just that.  In this episode, Nick shares how he went from scraping sidewalks and hiring Walmart employees to raising $52M for real estate and growing a remote team of 325+. We cover: His “Sweaty Startup” mindset (and why he avoids the tech trap)  The first hire every service business...

In today’s episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, Austin Gray talks with John Diekel , the owner of Master Plumbing and Heating in Vermont. From his time in the military to owning a plumbing business, John shares his journey of building a successful service business by focusing on community engagement, modern systems, and creating a company culture based on care and mentorship. 💰 Join our ⁠Free OW⁠NR O...

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, we dive into customer acquisition, local marketing strategies, and how you can maximize your ROI with data-driven remarketing. Austin is joined by Thomas Rudy, co-founder & CMO of Data Shopper, a software company revolutionizing remarketing for local businesses. 💰 Join our ⁠⁠Free OW⁠NR OPS Skool Community⁠⁠ to grow your local service biz 🔥 What You’ll...

In this week’s episode of The OWNR OPS Podcast, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Tyler Mumford , owner of GrindTime Stump Grinding. Tyler’s story is nothing short of inspiring.  He built his stump grinding business from scratch and hit $100,000 in revenue in just 7.5 months —and he did it all solo, with no debt and no outside investment . Tyler shares how he took the leap from a tech sales...

🚨 This week on OWNR OPS, I sit down with Daryna Kulya , co-founder of OpenPhone , to talk about their game-changing integration with Jobber —and why it’s about to streamline operations for thousands of contractors. 💰 Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free OW⁠NR OPS Skool Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grow your local service biz 🔧 They break down: Why personal phones are killing your team’s efficiency How OpenPhone’s shared numb...

How do you build a recognizable brand in the home service space—from scratch? Alex Lathery shares his journey from zero clients and free projects to co-founding the now-thriving Cincinnati Painting Co. 💰 Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free OW⁠NR OPS Skool Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grow your local service biz This episode is a must-listen if you're building in the local service space and want real talk on: How to pick...

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, we speak with Sam Allsopp , the managing partner of Neal Roofing, who’s successfully scaled his business to $25.7M in 2024. Sam reveals his formula for success and shares how he plans to double his revenue in 2025 by tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), optimizing marketing spend, and building a robust operational framework. Whether you're a roof...

Welcome to another episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast! In today's episode, I sit down again with Kriss Bergethon, a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder of SMB Uni, to discuss all things entrepreneurship, business growth, and practical advice for those starting out in the home services industry. Kriss has built multiple successful businesses, and in this conversation, we dive deep into the strat...

Join me as I share my journey of launching a land-clearing business. With years of experience as an entrepreneur, I'll take you step-by-step through my approach to starting a home service business—from identifying my ideal customer to creating a solid plan for operations, sales and marketing, and finance. 💰 Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free OW⁠NR OPS Skool Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grow your local service biz 📙...

In this episode, Simon Turner, who is a very seasoned and savvy entrepreneur. He has built and sold two companies over the last two decades, and he's the type of person who, whenever he commits to something, sees it through and does it. Simon also shares the theme of building company culture, his thoughts on creating a positive and productive work environment, and how to foster a sense of comm...

In this episode, Nolan Gore, the owner of Top Choice Lawn Care, joins the podcast to discuss his journey into entrepreneurship, his experiences balancing work and family life, and the challenges of managing a growing business. From early morning recording sessions to navigating the complexities of business ownership, Nolan offers a candid look into his personal and professional life.  💰 Join our...

On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Kent Sheridan, owner of Swift Demo, who pivoted from running a high-end instant coffee startup to building a $1.5M demolition business in just a few years. Kent shares his unconventional journey from struggling with negative cash flow in a complex manufacturing business to finding success in a simple, service-based trade. We dive into how he scaled S...

On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Andy Garrett, owner of Garrett Excavating, who grew his excavation business from a truck, trailer, and skid steer to a $6M operation in just a few years. 💰 Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free OW⁠NR OPS Skool Community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to grow your local service biz 🚜 Learn How To Grow Your Excavation Business In The Dirt Crew Skool Group Andy shares how he and his dad sta...

On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Logan, who built a six-figure Airbnb cleaning business but realized he needed to pivot to scale further. After going all-in on short-term rental cleaning and hiring a full-time operations manager, he found himself stuck—until a game-changing dinner with industry expert Johnny Robinson pushed him to rethink everything. Logan shares how he’s restructur...