The Sprinkler Nerd Show

In this episode, Andy talks with Dennis Roberts, the owner of Hillsboro Ford Franchise about how to build a strong customer relationship in an industry known for killing them.

In this episode, Andy records an unedited live episode with Paul Bassett on the Caribbean island of Anguilla.

In this episode, Andy shares his trip to Los Angeles and a couple of ear nuggets along the way.

Meet Robert & Maria Summers, the inventors & founders of the Root Quencher™ deep root watering system. Before developing the Root Quencher™ products, Robert had been frustrated for years trying to figure out how to get enough water to trees while not flooding normal planters. The water bills had gotten out of control and a lot of his deep-rooted landscaping was not thriving. He needed a smart way...

The future of commerce is here, it is just not distributed yet - no pun intended, ha! Andy shares a recent shopping story and illustrates how the contractor purchasing process will soon be changing. Imagine a time when you don't have to get our of your vehicle and your supplier loads your truck - this is coming soon!

Andy is joined by Paul Bassett [ ENVOCORE ], to help reflect on the predictions they made in 2020. Tune in as they share their thoughts on their predictions from last year, answer questions along the way, and make new predictions for 2022.

Andy met Ken after his recent trip to the Irrigation Show in San Diego, and in this episode, they unpack the Grasshole System and how Ken launched the product in less than 6 months. www. GrassholeSystem.com

Andy explores 6 new products on display at the 2021 Irrigation Show in San Diego. #1 - Rain Bird Flow Indicating Filter Basket #2 - Root Quencher #3 - Grasshole System #4 - Baseline Precip Sensor #5 - Every Drop Meters #6 - Maximum H2O

When you think of the future, talk about the future, predict the future - you are not wrong!

Andy talks about "getting different" and why you should be the orange in the bin of apples. He shares specific examples from his career - how being different was an advantage. Book: Get Different, by Mike Michalowicz https://www.amazon.com/Get-Different-Marketing-That-Ignored/dp/0593330633

In this episode, Andy shares a story about a trademark violation over the use of the name Teflon. Did you know that.... Teflon™ Isn't a Thing…It's a Brand! Teflon™ is a world-famous brand that's owned by Chemours. The Teflon™ brand identifies products made with Chemours raw materials, like fluoropolymer or industrial coatings. Over time, many people have mistakenly referred to the tape as "Teflon...

Andy shares a story about a recent visit to Hudson Yards in NYC and his Smart Soil thought concept.

In this episode, you will go inside the mind of Andy as he shares what motivates him, when makes him tick, and why he believes there are only 2 choices - trying or dying.   Stangest Secret Refernence: https://youtu.be/y5x-KjBME_E

In this episode, we get first-hand experience from Jeff Soch, the General manager of NAIAD Irrigation, about how he uses Service Titan to scale their business and put the power in the service technician's hand.

Andy chats with Raj, the founder and CEO of GritSeed.com, a conversational text messaging platform. Grit Seed is a software startup based in Buffalo NY that is on a mission to help organizations change how they connect with their customers using the power of texting, videos, and mobile experiences. Try it for free by texting "Podcast" to 231-241-2121

Andy plays a live message from the Sprinkler Nerd Hotline and discusses plants, soil, water, and how understanding more about these 3 areas could be a great way to add value to your business. Would you like to call the Sprinkler Nerd Hotline? Call: 231-383-6042

Andy touches on being an expert, what it means, and the benefits to you both personally and professionally.   Reminder to call the Sprinkler Nerd Hotline and say hello!   Call: 231-383-6042

Introducing the Sprinkler Nerd Hotline. Want a shout-out on a future episode? Call: 231-383-6042 - Tell us a joke - Give a recommendation for a future guest - Ask us a question - Tell us about your business - Share your weekly win! - Just say, what's up dawg!?!

Andy goes solo for the 50th episode celebration! . Join us in the Sprinkler Nerd Private Community . >> https://www.facebook.com/groups/SprinklerNerd

In this episode, Andy sits in the hot seat and Denny Richards asks the questions. Denny is the Customer Service Manager at SprinklerSupplyStore.com and asks a series of impromptu questions that Andy answers on the fly.   You'll learn what it means to be a Sprinkler Nerd, why Distributors should stop taking orders, how and understanding the effect that a soil moisture sensor has on run time, start...

Andy chats with Kevin Battistoni, aka, The WiFi Evangelist of Hunter Industries about how wifi technology is changing the way contractors do business. . kevin.battistoni@hunterindustries.com . Kevin Battistoni is the Midwest sales manager for Hunter Industries based out of the Chicagoland area. Baptized in sprinkler water, this fourth-generation irrigator spent two decades in the family business r...

Andy chats with Chad Touchet, former irrigation contractor, and current product manufacture. Learn how Chad lost $700k, and how found hidden profits in his contracting business. Chad is the founder of ConcreteDonuts.com, LargePavers.com, BackflowArmor.com, and ConcreteCatchBasins.com. Connect with Chad on LinkedIn to learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadtouchet

In this episode you will hear from Steve Dale, author of The Profitable Contractor ; How to Attract Better Clients, Make More Money, and Create The Contracting Business You Really Want. Buy The Book >> www.amazon.com/dp/B091RNQN48 "The reality is that your business model is screwing you. You just can't see it yet." "There is no more, *sharpening your pencil*, on your numbers." "The truth is, contr...

In this episode, you will hear from Ali Sabti, the Founder & President of OtO Lawn, the world's first smart home sprinkler and garden treatment system. Learn how Ali came up with the OtO Lawn idea, how he brought the product to market, and about the specific product-market-value fit.  www. OtOlawn.com

Join Andy for a short mindset episode where he shares his thoughts on a recent Facebook discussion about OtO Lawn and how to position your mind for positive thinking and to always be wearing curiosity lenses.