Rudy Stankowitz
Talking Pools Podcast
If you’ve ever stared at a test kit like it personally insulted your family… welcome home. Talking Pools Podcast is the pool industry’s “pull up a chair” show—part shop talk, part field manual, part therapy session—built for people who actually live on pool decks: commercial operators, service techs, builders, facility managers, and anyone responsible for water that can’t afford to go sideways. The network was created to level up the pool industry with real-world conversations on water chemistry, filtration, troubleshooting, construction, safety, and the business side of keeping pools open and...
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Rudy Stankowitz
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
𝟻 𝚆𝚊𝚢𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚁𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚘𝚗-𝙿𝚛𝚘𝚘𝚏 𝚈𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝙱𝚞𝚜𝚒𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜 22.04.2022 25:02
Send us Fan Mail TGIF! This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about the crucial steps to take in preparing your business for a recession. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a host a cup of coffee...
Things you should know when starting a business 20.04.2022 16:04
Send us Fan Mail Guess what day it is??? 🐪 This is the one where Heather talks about things you might not think of when becoming an entrepreneur. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to...
5 people every business needs 19.04.2022 27:35
Send us Fan Mail TACO TUESDAY 🌮 This is the one where Tim & Kelli talk about those essential individuals that you need for both legal and success. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost...
How to keep your techs from leaving money on the table 15.04.2022 34:11
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about sales opportunities pool technicians often overlook Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a host a cup of coffee ☕ BLUERAY XL The real mi...
Here's how to build credit for your business 13.04.2022 31:15
Send us Fan Mail Guess what day it is??? 🐪 This is the one where Heather shares her secrets on building and establishing a killer line of credit for your business. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
Talking Pools News 🌐 12.04.2022 22:15
Send us Fan Mail This Week in Swimming Pool NEWS 01:05 INYO Pools Acquisition 02:23 Florida Swim-up bars 04:03 Multi-regional pool service companies 07:17 Nevada to limit swimming pool sizes 09:35 Chlorine shortage projected to continue 12:25 Manufacturers selling products online 16:08 Pool builder arrested - charged with felony theft Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you...
When you bitch about your custs on social 08.04.2022 27:39
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about the possible repercussions of venting about clientele on Facebook. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a host a cup of coffee ☕ BLUERAY...
We ain't got time for that! 06.04.2022 11:17
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Heather talks about managing your time. The Time for your business, your team, and your life (not necessarily in that order). Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at...
Underwater Pool Lights 05.04.2022 34:34
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Tim & Kelli talk about swimming pool light installs and options Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Thank you so much f...
Top 3 Pool Vacuums 01.04.2022 42:58
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about the best vacuum options for pool pros. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Support the show - Click Here ✅ Enjoy the Talking Pools Podcast Network? Become a supporter. Buy a host a cup of coffee ☕ BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier...
Pool building biz by the numbers 30.03.2022 12:34
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Heather talks about what numbers you need to know and how not knowing them can be catastrophic. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support...
National Pool Opening Day 29.03.2022 29:28
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Tim tackles the common questions customers ask when a service company opens a pool. Kelli shares little-known facts about the winterization process in Northern California? Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you m...
Can your filter can handle the flow 25.03.2022 23:36
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about filter types and sizing. AquaStar Pool Products The Global Leader in Safety, Dependability, & Innovation in Pool Technology. BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% POOL MAGAZINE Pool Magazine is leading up to the minute news source for Swimming Pool News and Pool Features....
Protect your plasters 23.03.2022 10:34
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Heather talks plaster warranties. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
The pool biz in a Green World 22.03.2022 30:20
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Tim & Kelli (Kelli from Cali) talk about how pool service pros can lessen the impact of what we do on the environment. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
Turnover rates & Total Dynamic Head 18.03.2022 25:29
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Rudy & Andrea talk about sizing the pump to the swimming pool. Take our 2-minute listener survey! Help us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Take our quick 2-minute survey! BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% AquaStar Pool Products The Global Leader in Safety, Dependability,...
Talking Trash about Trash Talking 16.03.2022 10:14
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Heather talks trash about trash talkers! Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
🎧8 ways we pre-season pool service prep🎙️ 15.03.2022 26:04
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Tim & Kelli talk about what to do when spring is right around the corner. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
How to get the most from a trade show 11.03.2022 33:48
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like the Trade Show wasn't worth it? You didn't get as much out of it this year? You didn't have time to see every vendor you wanted to see or attend every class you wanted to attend? Attending a Trade Show and getting the most out of it takes practice and planning. In this one, Rudy & Andrea talk about their plans of attack in attending. Aqua...
Here's why businesses fail 09.03.2022 13:57
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Heather talks about mistakes you shouldn't make as a business owner. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
🎧How to Network in the Pool Industry🎙️ 08.03.2022 30:19
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Tim & Kelli talk about building crucial relationships. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
How to tell if your business is worth top dollar 04.03.2022 49:09
Send us Fan Mail Is your business sellable? If you were offered one million dollars for it would you take it? That's what one pool guy did. Then he bought a yacht, moved his family onto it, and set sail. Truth is anyone can do it BLUERAY XL The real mineral purifier! Reduce your pool maintenance costs & efforts by 50% CPO Certification Classes Attend your CPO class with Rudy Stankowitz! O...
How to effectively manage your subs 02.03.2022 13:29
Send us Fan Mail This is the one where Heather shares how she manages a contractor/subcontractor relationship. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com
🎧Why you should fill your pool filter with glass🎙️ 01.03.2022 27:50
Send us Fan Mail Glass media vs Silica sand in your sand filters. Is it really the better way to go? Tuesdays with Tim & Kelli is a brand new show on the Talking Pools Podcast Network! This week Tim & Kelli take a caller question from a pool pro who is searching for more info on glass. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik...
Building your brand + 𝘗𝘖𝘖𝘓 𝘐𝘕𝘋𝘜𝘚𝘛𝘙𝘠 𝘐𝘊𝘖𝘕 𝘈𝘕𝘕𝘖𝘜𝘕𝘊𝘌𝘚 𝘙𝘌𝘛𝘐𝘙𝘌𝘔𝘌𝘕𝘛 25.02.2022 20:35
Send us Fan Mail Whoa! Does Pool Industry Icon say goodbye? 🤷♂️It is a lot like the Hotel California in here "You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave" - The Eagles Developing your brand is not about the logo or the wrap on your truck. It goes far beyond that and has everything to do with your success. It's not too late, check out the tips from the team of pros...
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