Power Women of the Trades: Weekly Podcast Empowering Women In the Trades Industry

Do you feel like your life is chaotic, you’re spread too thin, and you need some coping tools (or else you’ll implode?) Then don’t skip this episode! This discussion is all about improving your mental health as a power woman of the trades. In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie Pound welcome Ellie Marshall, HVAC Expert and Executive Business Advis...

Do you have business problems that need to be solved or systems that need fixing? Today’s guest will definitely inspire you to make a change (and maybe even tell you how to do it)! In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie Pound welcome Denise Swafford, Vice President of Coaching at P1 Service Group, to break down Six Sigma strategies you can use to...

Are you ready to get inspired by a power woman who's making waves in the trades industry? In this podcast episode of Power Women of Trades, we had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Kathryn Pollock, who shared her exhilarating journey from successful network marketer to the HVAC service manager to Comfort Advisor. Prepare to be amazed as Kathryn reveals the challenges she faced, the...

Danielle Laird's journey wasn't easy. She faced numerous obstacles along the way, but she never gave up. Starting in marketing, it wasn't long before she realized that her true passion was in sales. Danielle made the brave decision to switch departments, and with patience and perseverance, she climbed the ladder to become the Sales Manager of National Accounts at Bradford White Corpora...

On this episode of Power Women of the Trades, Cassie Pound and Leslie Harpole interview Danielle Putnam, President of The New Flat Rate, a family business that provides HVAC flat rate pricing to HVAC contractors.  Danielle shares her journey of how she joined her father's business to help make HVAC pricing more transparent and profitable for contractors and provide better communication and gro...

Prepare to have your mind blown in the latest captivating episode of Power Women of the Trades! We are thrilled to present an extraordinary guest who will leave you in awe - Aspen Wilson. As an exceptional Service Manager at Quality Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing, she has an inspiring tale to share. Journey with us as we explore her path from Inside Sales to the pinnacle of success as a Service Ma...

On this episode of Power Women of the Trades, Cassie and Leslie interview Kate Cinnamo, the driving force behind Explore the Trades, a nonprofit organization on a mission to bridge the technical talent gap in the plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical industries.  Kate's dedication to spreading awareness about the rewarding career opportunities available in the trades has made a significan...

Recruiting skilled techs is the biggest problem facing the industry, and Yellowstone Local has a unique solution. But as they discuss the importance of culture and social media in recruiting, a battle with a church school leaves the main character in a difficult situation. What will happen next? Join us In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, as we hear from Warren Lentz, a dedic...

After ten years in the trades, she's making an impact on the industry as the co-owner of Anchor Heating and Air. With her employees, her pearls, and her passion, she's determined to do more than just write a check. But as she plants her seeds of success, will she be able to give back to the community as much as they have given to her? With determination and hard work, Stephanie Postell and...

When Jen McKee ventured into social media, she expected to work with restaurants and bars. Little did she know, a conversation with a client in early 2021 would lead to an unexpected twist - leveraging TikTok to help her clients in the plumbing and HVAC industries skyrocket their success. Through her innovative strategies, Jen has revolutionized digital marketing for service trades. But, what’s ne...

With determination and grit, Elaine Damschen defied gender stereotypes to achieve her dream of owning a multi-million dollar business in a male-dominated trade industry. But her story takes a surprising twist as she finds unexpected success - and a fervent following - in her remarkable journey to break the glass ceiling. This Power Women of the Trades podcast features Elaine Damschen, who has succ...

Do you want to skyrocket your business success through a powerful, unified branding strategy? Discover how your small business can achieve this, as Dan Antonelli reveals the secrets to unlocking a thriving, prosperous enterprise through consistent branding tactics. As Dan Antonelli developed expertise in branding and marketing, he was met with an unexpected twist: the power of empathy in connectin...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and powerless in a male-dominated industry? Have you tried hard to balance work, family, and personal aspirations without success? Discover how to break through the barriers that have been holding you back by embracing mentorship and personal growth - and find lasting emotional balance and business success. Angie Snow, a marketing director, partial owner, and industry a...

Whenever you start a new project in business, it can be stressful if you don’t have support. But we have to be brave enough to step into something new and bold enough to ask for help when we need it… especially when it comes to ServiceTitan. In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie Pound welcome Ashley Baillio, a Training Specialist at ServiceTitan...

Whether you’re a visionary, a perfectionist, or neither, it can be difficult to finish what you’ve started… but if you want to be successful in reaching your business goals, it’s crucial that you learn how to finish strong. In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie Pound welcome Michelle Myers, Founder and CEO of Pink Callers, to have a vulnerable di...

Do you want to retain your employees, maximize your ROI, and grow your business with confidence? Of course you do! But how? The trick is creating a master manual of systems, processes, and SOPs for your business. Think of it like a blueprint or playbook that will give you and your employees a step-by-step guide to running your company (exactly the way you want it run). But there’s one problem… Who...

If you want to be a Power Woman of the Trades, you have to be tough, but more importantly, you have to be yourself. Whether you’re out in the field, recruiting the next generation of tradespeople, or making a reel for social media, authenticity is key. That’s your starting point, your foundation for success. In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie...

Being a female entrepreneur has its challenges, especially if you’re in the trades, but these challenges are opportunities in disguise… and they’re waiting for you to take advantage of them. Whether you’re having trouble recruiting and retaining motivated employees, you need more accountability, or you’re finding it difficult to feel empowered in a male-dominated industry, this week’s discussion i...

Running a growing business through the uncertainty of life comes with endless challenges… but as women in the trades, we’re equipped to push through anything and succeed. At the end of the day, being a successful business owner requires you to surround yourself with people who are smarter than you. If you don’t, how else are you going to learn, grow, and take your business to the next level? In th...

Numbers and accounting can be scary for contractors. Understandably so, finances are the most vulnerable part of a business… and we didn’t go to school for it! However, understanding your finances is a huge key to growing your business and preventing bad financial decisions and outcomes. That’s why we brought an expert onto the show. We want to make accounting less daunting and more rewarding for...

Sales can be a challenging field to break into, especially in a male-dominated industry like HVAC. But women can dominate, too, especially in sales! Today’s guest is here to prove that once you break into the industry, you will have limitless potential for growth. In this episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie Pound speak with Ashley Lynds, aka HVAC Ashle...

Getting into the trades, especially as a woman, has never been easier or more lucrative. Women of all backgrounds and skillsets are finding sustainable, fulfilling careers in trades than ever before… and they’re making more money than they would in traditional careers! It might sound too good to be true, but it’s not. Today’s guest believes there isn’t a trade that’s not for females. It’s 2023! We...

It's said that behind a successful woman is a tribe of other successful women who have her back. In this inaugural episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, hosts Leslie Harpole and Cassie Pound talk about their vision for the show. Find out their personal goals for the podcast and why they want to put a spotlight on the badass but often unknown women doing important work and making a lot...

Welcome to our Podcast Trailer! "Power Women of the Trades" is a powerful force, leading dynamic businesses and disrupting traditional norms. From CEO's to trade specialists to consulting experts - these women prove that success is within reach with hard work and commitment! Our mission? Equal opportunity and representation for women in the trade. We want to empower each woman in the trade industr...