Titan Talks

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Jake Pisher of Helpful Badger Handyman Services in Portland, Oregon. Jake shares how a background in nursing — specifically caring for dementia patients — led him unexpectedly into the handyman world, after a side hustle in fix-and-flip real estate revealed just how unreliable contractors could be. What started as helping friends...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Joshua Miers of Old Glory Sheds and Outdoors in Strasburg, Pennsylvania. Joshua shares how a journey through Air Force service, healthcare administration, and hands-on construction work led him to Lancaster County Amish country, arriving the very week COVID shut the world down. Inspired by the Amish community's values of indep...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Chris Mole, owner of Mr. Moles Painting and Moles Properties in Bemidji, Minnesota. Originally from Newcastle, England, Chris trained as a painter and decorator from the age of 16, working on 16th-century castles before making his way to the United States. He shares the candid story of how hitting rock bottom — spending 170 days i...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Brigham McNeely of BCM Carpentry in Morganton, North Carolina. Brigham shares his unexpected journey from freelance actor and lifelong carpenter to founder of a thriving multi-million dollar construction business — one he never set out to build. With four generations of builders in his DNA and a deep background in film and media,...

In this episode of Titan Talks , Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Cawayne Chambers of Chambers Car Care in Columbus, Ohio. Cawayne shares how he turned a hobby of cleaning his own cars into a legitimate business after neighbors and friends began asking for his services and encouraging him to formalize it. He discusses transitioning from word-of-mouth referrals to building credibility through an...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Sean Chevalier of Carolina Woodworks in Lyman, South Carolina. Sean discusses building a state-of-the-art cabinet shop, investing in modern woodworking technology, and balancing innovation with traditional craftsmanship. He also talks about the importance of trust, communication, and customer relationships, as well as how Topline...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro sits down with Andrew Steele of Andrew’s Lawn Service in Lebanon, Illinois. Andrew shares how he started mowing lawns at just 13 years old alongside his father and grew the operation into a thriving local lawn care and landscaping business. He discusses the evolution from a high school side hustle to a full-time operation, the role his father pl...

Aiden started mowing at 15 and turned a neighborhood side gig into a growing lawn business with tight route density and strong branding. While pursuing his MBA, he shifted from doing every job himself to building a small, well-trained team and managing operations remotely. Adopting Topline Pro brought organization, a professional web presence, and a steady influx of leads. He emphasizes rapid comm...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam from Topline Pro speaks with Jennifer and Austin Kramer from Kramer Enterprises, a waste management company based in the DMV area. The couple details their journey from meeting in college to launching their own business inspired by Jennifer's father's demolition company. They discuss the challenges and growth they experienced, particularly expanding duri...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Chris Howard, the owner of America's Top Pick Lawn and Landscaping in Gastonia, North Carolina. Chris shares his journey from starting as Howard's Lawn Care to rebranding and expanding his business, emphasizing the importance of quality service and customer reviews. He discusses the unexpected honor of receiving an award for high-q...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Steven Wagoner, the owner of Bearforce Lawn Care LLC in Greenfield, Indiana. Steven shares his journey in the lawn care industry, highlighting how partnering with Topline Pro has transformed his business operations, allowing him to focus more on family time and less on the burdens of social media marketing. He recounts the origin of the un...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews John Baker, owner of RadPad, a home services company based in San Diego. John shares his journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of preparation and intentionality in launching RadPad. The discussion covers the company's focus on customer communication, reputation building, and the strategic use of...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Anthony Beyo, owner of United Exteriors in Tampa. Anthony shares his journey from serving in the Army to starting his own construction company, driven by a commitment to customer satisfaction and quality work. He emphasizes the importance of a servant leader mentality, both in serving clients and supporting employees. The conversation high...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Chris Moore, the owner of Elite Business Advisors, about his journey from running a painting company to becoming a business advisor. Chris discusses the importance of bridging the gap between craftsmanship and business operations, particularly for painting contractors. He emphasizes the significance of understanding finances, implementing...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Kevin Stallman, owner of Stallman Drywall and Painting. Kevin shares his journey from learning drywall from a VHS tape to running a successful family business in Morris, Minnesota. He emphasizes the importance of family involvement, a strong work ethic, and maintaining a growth mindset. Kevin also discusses the impact of partnering with To...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Andy Stocker, owner of Patriot Power Washing and other businesses, about his journey from law enforcement to entrepreneurship. Andy shares how he started his power washing business in Las Vegas after retiring, quickly expanding due to a significant contract on the U.S.-Mexico border wall. He discusses the importance of having a professiona...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Joe Kellems, owner of Honey Bee Blues, a business specializing in honey bee removal and relocation in Pittsburgh. Joe shares his journey from a general handyman to a bee removal specialist, driven by local demand and his passion for beekeeping. He discusses the challenges and intricacies of bee removal, including unexpected obstacles like...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Sam Dushay interviews Noah Leach, owner of Swift Serve, about his journey from digital marketing to running a successful home services business. Noah shares how he leveraged his marketing skills to grow Swift Serve, starting with roof and gutter cleaning and expanding to include various other services. He emphasizes the importance of networking and community su...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Sam Dushay interviews Kevin Anstaett, owner of Anstaett's Tree Service, about his unconventional path into the tree service industry. Kevin shares how he overcame his fear of heights and became a self-taught expert, emphasizing the importance of prompt customer service and leveraging technology to streamline operations. He discusses his business philosophy of mainta...

Tasha, the owner of All About You Handyman Services Inc., shares her unique journey from being a retired wildland firefighter to running a successful general contracting company. Initially starting as a small handyman service aimed at helping low-income and elderly community members, the business has grown significantly over five years, now employing multiple full-time staff and preparing to launc...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Curtis Gaines, owner of Right Price, Right Choice Lawn Care Services, shares his journey from starting with a push mower borrowed from his grandmother to running a successful landscaping business. Curtis discusses the transition from a stable job at Walmart to full-time entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of consistency, communication, and a supportive fami...

In this episode of Titan Talks, Jonathan Stern interviews Nick Hart, owner of Buckeye Roof Rejuvenation. Nick shares his journey from working in telecommunications to starting his own roof rejuvenation business after discovering a more effective way to clean roofs without damaging them. He discusses the challenges of educating homeowners and commercial property owners about the benefits of roof re...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Jonathan Stern speaks with Cameron Williams, owner of Camco Commercial Door Company. Cameron shares his journey as a fourth-generation garage door professional and discusses his transition from residential to commercial doors, including specialized projects like airplane hangar doors. He emphasizes the importance of gaining leads, leveraging social media and di...

In this Titan Talks episode, Jonathan Stern sits down with Matt Hitchcock, owner of The Grass Guys, a landscaping company in Evansville, Indiana. Matt shares how he started the business at 15 with just a push mower and grew it into a successful enterprise, despite returning to corporate work during a drought. In 2019, he took the plunge to go full-time, focusing primarily on high-end residential p...

In this episode of Titan Talks, host Jonathan Stern interviews John Ross, the owner of LeafTide Solutions, a pressure washing and cleaning company based in Richmond, Virginia. John discusses his journey from dissatisfaction in a sales job to starting his own pressure washing business, LeafTide Solutions. Using his past experience with chemical applications from a car wash job and relentless self-e...