Pool Nation Podcast

In Part 2 of Episode 57 of the Pool Nation Podcast we continue our conversation with Megan from Pool Pro Mag and Tyler from the Pool Chasers. We do a deep dive into raising you rates. Megan talks about the results of a survey Pool Pro Magazine did asking business owners if they had  raised their rates. We share the recent industry rate increases and why some of the pool pros might find it hard to...

In Episode 57 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Megan from Pool Pro Mag and Tyler from the Pool Chasers. We do a deep dive into raising you rates. Megan talks about the results of a survey Pool Pro Magazine did asking business owners if they had  raised their rates. We share the recent industry rate increases and why some of the pool pros might find it hard to increase their rates. Megan from...

In Episode 56 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Jared Schwab from Alpha West Marketing Group about the recently released price increases of up to 35% on Cal-Hypo, 50% increase on Tri-Chlor Tabs & dry chlorine and the 10% increase on plastic.  We also talk about the current conditions of the swimming pool industry with the continued supply issues and we talk about the  current market conditions...

In Episode 55 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Emily Washcovick host of Behind the Review with Yelp and Entrepreneur.com. We talk about online platforms because even if you hate them, you still need them for your business. We talk about the main platforms you should be on and how they help shape your business, because in this day and age your digital presence can have a huge impact on your bu...

In Episode 54 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about swimming pool water chemistry with Bob Lowry the founder of the Pool Chemistry Training Institute.  We talk about the 3 different chlorines and the pros and cons of each one. We also talk about the top 3 things a pool pros should focus on when starting in the industry the difference between sanitation and oxidation and much more.    Sponsors  ...

In Season 2 Episode 1 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Chris Brink the CEO of Hasa. We do a deep dive into the current status of the industry, and the current condition of the chlorine supply. Chris talks about the last year and all of the challenges covid-19 has brought to the industry, to HASA and the things they are already doing to position themselves for next year. He also gives us an up...

In Episode 52 of the Pool Nation Podcast we do a recap of Season One. That's right we have done our 52 episode of the  podcast. It seems that we started yesterday. John, Zac and Edgar share their story about meeting in person for the first time. On August 8th they met up in Dallas, TX for the first time after doing the podcast together for a year. Listen to what it was like for each one, and what...

In Episode 51 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Emily Washcovich the Host of Behind the Review with Yelp and Entrepreneur.com We talk about your online presence, how to set yourself up and why its so important for your business in this day and age. We do a deep dive into the most important platforms your business should be listed on, the do's and don't of your listings, the importance of photo...

In Episode 50 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the current status of the pool industry. We do a recap of the last 12 months, and how things have progressed in the industry. We break down the top 10 trends we have seen over the last year, how it is affecting the pool industry, and how it will impact you as a business. One thing is clear. There is a new normal for our industry, and as Bryan...

In Episode 49 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we talk about the continued shortage of chemicals and products in the pool industry, and we talk to Bob Lowry founder of the Pool Chemical Training Institute on how to reduce chlorine demand during these difficult times where chlorine is in short supply. We break down the alternatives and ways to reduce chlorine demand as you navigate through these difficu...

In this Episode 48 of the Pool Nation Podcast John and Edgar talk about Pool Invoice and your business profits. They break down the micro business concept, talk about financial business metrics, and progressive business metrics that allow you to see your businesses profits in real time.   The number one reason small businesses fail is due to lack of financial knowledge or the disconnect between th...

In Episode 47 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we talk about the 6 steps to better communication and establishing effective communications with your customers in these difficult times is essential to your customer retention and customer satisfaction. We break down each step and do a deep dive into effective business communication.   "The effectiveness of communication is not defined by the communicatio...

In Episode 46 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Leanne De Jesus an HR expert with over 30 years experience in Human Resources including training, development and labor employment. We talk about the hiring process, behavioral interviewing, and the 3 interviewing steps you should be using for every interview. We also continue the conversation on the current conditions in the swimming  pool indus...

In Episode 45 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we breakdown the current condition of the labor market, the high demand for employees in every market and we talk about the hiring process and how important it is to have a solid interview process so you can find and hire the right employees for the right positions.   Sponsors The SPPA    - Ultimate Pole - Pool Invoice      

In Episode 44 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Bob Lowry about water chemistry. We talk about pH in fiberglass pools, and vinyl pools. We also talk about adding borates to pools that are using mineral algastats, we discuss liquid calcium, the color of acid and if it matters, if you should pour acid first or chlorine when servicing a pool, and much more.

In Episode 43 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Steve Jones and Dennis Cecil from Fluidra. We talk about variable speed pump technology, the new DOE regulations, and how that will affect the pool pros and homeowners. We do a deep dive into the creation of variable speed pumps, and the best operation for the pumps. We also talk about the key points when selling them to a customer.   Sponsors -...

In Episode 42 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Javier Payan from Payan Pool Service out in San Diego California. He shares his story of how he started to service pools straight out of high school and how he now services over 600 pool per week. He shares his ups and downs, and the adjustments he has had to make to ensure that his business it profitable. He talks about his management style and...

In Episode 41 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, Zac and John talk about the top 4 reasons small businesses fail. We talk about Financials, Business Planning, Management, and putting Processes in place to help your business thrive. We have our list of top 10 reasons, but will break them down week by week.    Sponsors - Ultimate Tools   - The SPPA  - Pool Man University

In Episode 40 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Bob Lowry about water chemistry and talk about the best way to kill algae, Total Dissolved Solids, Alkalinity, Carbonate Alkalinity and flakes in swimming pools. We take a call from Big Family Pools to discuss borates, and talk to John about his birthday.   Sponsors -    The SPPA         Ultimate Pool Tools           Pool Invoice

In Episode 39 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Terry Arko about the news media coverage that has been going around about the chlorine shortage in the swimming pool industry. We talk about your chlorine options as a  pool pro and the new Hasa Liquid Feeder coming out in mid June. We also talk about water chemistry, the pros and cons of liquid chlorine, and Hasa's new rewards app.    Sponsors  ...

In Episode 38 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, John and Zac talk to Albert Miller and Kevin Bulling from Hayward about the Status of The Pool Industry, the forecast for the Pool Industry, Product Shortage, and what you should do to ensure you are able to get your products. Albert Miller is Haywards Pool Products VP of Sales for the US, and Kevin Bulling is the Dealer Development Manager at Haywar...

In Episode 37 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, Zac and John talk about the business mistakes they have made along the way. We talk about Profit, Business Planning and Motivation. We share our stories on the things that we would do differently today vs when we started our businesses. A must listen for the new, and seasoned pool guy.

In Episode 36 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, Zac and John talk to Bob Lowry the founder of the Pool Chemistry Training Institute. We talk startups on dark bottom pools and scaling during startups. We also talk about startups in Fiberglass pools, and answer pool pro questions that are sent in.

In Episode 35 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Danielle Bahr founder of the SPPA. We talk to her about her journey in the pool industry and we do a deep dive into the insurance needs of the pool pro. We talk about the type of business insurance you should have, why you should protect yourself, how much coverage you should have, and talk about some of the most common claims in our industry so...

In Episode 34 of the Pool Nation Podcast we get a call from Bryan Chrissan from Hayward Pool Products and we talk about pool product shortage, demand and product availability going into the summer season and when you should be ordering product. We also talk to Zac and John about route and business efficiency part 2 and how it impacts your business, your productivity, and your profitability.