The Void

The Void

Business EN ↓ 251 episodes

Welcome to The Void. We are a show dedicated to filling the void between being an employee and becoming self-employed, between working for somebody else and working for yourself. We're going to be bringing on some guests that are fairly new into their self-employment journey, but that are in greatly different fields than we're in, so we can dive in and discuss the struggles that they faced and how they overcame those to help inspire and encourage you guys to do it as well

Author

The Void

Category

Business

Podcast website

mitchsmedley.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

The Void #151 – Turning Frustration into Process 12.07.2024

In this episode, Mitch breaks down the framework for how he creates every single process for his business. Mitch and Dave then take a deep dive into a conversation about turning frustration into process. We then talk about what it means to create processes for yourself. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening a...

The Void #150 – You’re Ready Now 05.07.2024

In this episode, we talk about everything you need to have in your mindset to start now with everything you’ve dreamed of doing. Mitch and Dave both share helpful tips in getting your business off the ground. We then finish off the podcast with more encouraging advice in creating value for the customer. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@Mitch...

The Void #149 – YouTube Leverage 28.06.2024

In this episode we talk about different ways you can leverage YouTube. Austin and Mitch talk about the history and growth of the Smedley Plumbing YouTube channel. We then talk about the importance overall of video for your business. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show!...

The Void #148 – Relationship with your Competition 21.06.2024

In this episode, Mitch starts off by sharing a funny story. We then talk about how you should set up your relationship with the competition. We lastly talk about setting your pride aside. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and Da...

The Void #147 – 80% Done is Better than Perfect 14.06.2024

In this episode, Dave shares a funny story. We then share another funny story by a member of Trade Wins. We have a big well rounded discussion on how it’s better to get things done rather than making them perfect. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more...

The Void #146 – Learn From Others But Run Your Own Race, Simple Scares, Complex Fails 07.06.2024

In this episode, we give an update on activities surrounding Mitch’s boat. We then talk about context in business and how to craft your decision making. We finish off by talking about how business is actually very simple and how not to fall into complexity. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for...

The Void #145 – Networking Vs. Not Working, Pricing Transparency 31.05.2024

In this episode, we start off by discussing networking effectiveness being totally up to you. We then talk about an upcoming golf tournament. We finish off the podcast by talking about pricing transparency in all aspects of your business. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the...

The Void #144 – When to Give and Take Credit, The Difference is in the Details (but don’t let them slow you down) 24.05.2024

In this episode, we talk about Mitch’s newer wake surfing boat. We then talk about when to give and take credit and what that can mean for your business. We finish off the podcast with a discussion about details. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more...

The Void #143 – What are the odds? How to handle unsolicited advice 17.05.2024

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about dealing with situations that don’t have a clear outcome. They then talk about texting services under the FTC. Mitch then talks about a sewer flood. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and...

The Void #142 – Is Google Still King? People Buy From People, Not Businesses 10.05.2024

In this episode, Mitch and Dave discuss how they would approach dating if their wives died. Next, they discuss the landscape of marketing on Google. To finish off the show, we talk about trust and fear in life, and in business. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If y...

The Void #141 – You’ll Never Exceed Your Own Vision 03.05.2024

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the intricacies of employee vs. employer. Mitch shares a story about an employee confronting an HR dept during a job evaluation. We finish off by talking about setting a big vision for yourself and for your company. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks fo...

The Void #140 – FTC bans non-competes, How much should I charge 26.04.2024

In this episode, Mitch and Dave talk about the FTC banning non-competes. Mitch tells a story about candied yams. And we finish off with talking about how much you should charge your customers. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch a...

The Void #139 – S***** Salesman, Brand Aid, Empower Payments 19.04.2024

In this episode, Dave shares a personal experience with a really bad salesman at his front door. Mitch then talks about how Brand Aid has now helped in getting his business 20 new 5-Star reviews in the past 2 weeks. We then finish off the podcast by talking about empower payments. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for...

The Void #138 – Overcoming Adversity, Review Cards Part two 12.04.2024

In the second part of this episode, we talk about the subject of adversity. Adversity in business, adversity in life in general, you’re always going to have it no matter where you’re at. We talk about all things safety regarding digging ditches. We then finish off by talking about RFID Google Review Cards. Stay tuned to find out how well they work. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, pl...

The Void #137 – Overcoming Adversity, Review Cards 05.04.2024

In this 2-part episode, we talk about the subject of adversity. Adversity in business, adversity in life in general, you’re always going to have it no matter where you’re at. At the end of this part 1 show, we start to talk about review cards. Stay tuned for part 2 to get the rest of this discussion. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSme...

The Void #136 – Haters and Trolls 29.03.2024

In this episode, we start off by talking about the collapsed bridge tragedy in Maryland. We then talk about how you should approach social media management. We then finish off the podcast reacting to hate and troll comments from Mitch’s recent viral video. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for...

The Void #135 – Adapting, Follow Up, Mergers and Acquisitions 22.03.2024

In this episode, we start off by talking about how we need to behave and problem solve when things on the job don’t go according to plan and adapt to the circumstances. We then discuss a concept Mitch learned at a recent marketing conference last week about following up with leads. We then finish out the show with a presentation of how much you could potentially sell your business for and how to g...

The Void #134 – Flat Rate Pricing 15.03.2024

In this episode, we talk about all things flat rate pricing. We discuss all the pros and cons of flat rate pricing and compare that to the pros and cons of time and material pricing. We then finish the discussion with how you can transition to a flat rate pricing model. Here's the Trade Wins Price Book tutorial video. https://youtu.be/xQIU8JORLY4 If you have questions you’d like us to answer, plea...

The Void #133 – Facebook Outage, Taking Responsibility 08.03.2024

In this episode, Mitch talks about his new wake surfing boat that he bought. Mitch and Dave then talk about the facebook outage and ask a very important question for business owners. We finish the podcast by talking about how to take responsibility for your actions in any way possible. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks...

The Void #132 – Vegas 01.03.2024

In this episode, Mitch and Dave give an overview of the recent Trade Wins event that happened in Vegas. Dave tells a funny story about his experience with the hotel room amenities. Mitch and Dave finish off by talking about Mitch’s crazy experience at the bar Saturday night in Vegas. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks f...

The Void #131 – Employers vs. Employees, Marketing Tracking 23.02.2024

In this episode, we talk about the perspectives of both employers and employees in the workplace. We talk about marketing strategies in the social media age. We then finish off by telling you the best way to track a certain type of lead back to your business. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks f...

The Void #130 – Winners Vs. Losers 16.02.2024

In this episode, we talk about the Kansas City Chiefs winning the super bowl. We then talk about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. We then bring it all together with a discussion about the winner mindset vs. the loser mindset. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d...

The Void #129 – Super Bowl, Dental Office, Mistakes 09.02.2024

In this episode, we talk about how the chiefs are playing and what we expect to happen ahead of the Super Bowl. We then talk about some funny dental office stories. We finish off the podcast by talking about marketing mistakes and how you can avoid them. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sh...

The Void #128 – The Standard, Becoming what you Hate 02.02.2024

In this episode, we talk about a recent phone call Mitch had with a city inspector and what made him stop all Joco jobs in Prairie Village. We talk about the importance of having standards. And then we finish with having a conversation about racism. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing...

The Void #127 – Know Your Customer Base, Haters 26.01.2024

In this episode talk about Mitch and Dave’s fun vacation to Breckenridge Colorado. We then talk about setting differences aside and just doing what you’re supposed to do, the work! We then finish off by talking about haters and how they actually can help you. If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks f...

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