Born For The Trades: A Home Service Podcast
"Born For The Trades: A Home Service Podcast" is a weekly podcast hosted by Mandeep Bhalla and co-host Shreya Nagwani that aims to inspire and educate home services business owners. Each episode features successful industry leaders, like Tommy Mello, Ken Goodrich, and more, who share their stories and provide valuable insights into the home services industries. Through its focus on the successes of well-known business owners, "Born For The Trades" provides a unique perspective on the home services industry and offers valuable insights and advice for those looking to grow their businesses.
Episodes
66 episodes
Building More Than a Business: Bill Kean on Leadership, Growth, and Giving Back
In this episode of Born For The Trades, Mandeep and Shreya sit down with Bill Kean, the President of NEXGEN Air, Heat, and Plumbing, a leading force in Southern California's home services industry. With over 15 years of experience, Bil...
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28:00
Leading with Innovation: James Hatfield on the Future of Video Communication
In this episode, host Mandeep Bhalla talks with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch, a leading platform transforming how businesses use video to scale. With years of leadership experience in both startups and Fortune 500 compani...
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Episode 25
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29:05
Transforming Customer Service: How ZyraTalk is Revolutionizing the Home Service Industry with AI
In this episode of Born For The Trades, our host, Mandeep, talks with Brad, the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of ZyraTalk, a leader in AI and automation solutions for the home service industry. For over a decade, ZyraTalk has been tran...
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Episode 24
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From Warrior to Entrepreneur: Michael Agugliaro’s Path to Personal and Business Mastery
In this episode of Born For The Trades, host Mandeep is joined by Michael Agugliaro, an entrepreneur, author, and the founder of Warrior Today. Michael’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary, from a childhood steeped in m...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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Overcoming Emotional Blocks to Financial Literacy: Ellen Rohr's Keys to Business Success
Welcome to another exciting episode of ‘Born For The Trades’, the go-to podcast for insights and inspiration in the home services industry. This week’s host is Shreya, who is thrilled to welcome the incredible Ellen Rohr. Known for her impressi...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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Women in the Trades - Breaking Barriers and Building Culture
Welcome back to Born for the Trades! In today’s episode, we explore the vital role of work culture in enhancing employee engagement and productivity, along with the unique challenges and opportunities faced in the home service industry, especia...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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10:26
From Garage to Greatness: Chuck’s Blueprint for Home Service Success
Welcome to the latest episode of “Born For The Trades,” where we dive into the inspiring journey of Chuck, the founder of All Hours Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling. From humble beginnings with just a truck and a deep commitment to service, Chuck...
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Episode 21
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Scaling to Profit: How Brian Mcdermott Travels While His Business Thrives
Welcome back to “Born for the Trades”, the home service podcast where captivating stories of industry leaders and their successes come to life. Hosted by Shreya, today’s episode, "Scaling to Profit: How Brian Mcdermott Travels While His Busines...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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From Electrician to Empire Builder: Mike Agugliaro's Guide to Business Mastery and Peak Performance
In this compelling episode of the "Born for the Trades" podcast, host Mandeep sits down with Mike Agugliaro, a true powerhouse in the home service industry. Mike’s remarkable journey from electrician to empire builder offers invaluable insights...
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Episode 19
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Building a $17 Million Legacy: Ted Fox on Transforming a Family Business into a Home Services Powerhouse
Welcome to the latest episode of the "Born for the Trades" podcast, where we dive deep into the stories of industry leaders and trailblazers. In this episode, titled "Building a $17 Million Legacy: Ted Fox on Transforming a Family Business into...
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Episode 18
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Revolutionizing Home Services with AI: Sebastian Jimenez Returns to Discuss Rilla’s Impact
Unlock the future of home services with AI! Discover how Rilla’s innovative technology is transforming the industry from the inside out. In this exciting episode, “Revolutionizing Home Services with AI: Sebastian Jimenez Returns to Discuss Rill...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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34:43
Elevating a Family Legacy: Kyle Hagen’s Journey from $400K to $9M with A-One Air
Are you ready to dive into a story full of strategies behind a successful home service business? Well you've come to the right place! In this episode, “Elevating a Family Legacy: Kyle Hagen’s Journey from $400K to $9M with A-One Air”, our Co-...
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Episode 17
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35:09
Efficiency and Innovation in Home Services: A Deep Dive with Edward Medor and Workiz
In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Edward Medor, the Strategic Partnerships Channel Manager at Workiz, to explore the cutting-edge innovations transforming the home service industry. Edward brings nearly two decades of expertise i...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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41:13
Mastering Customer Connections: A Conversation with Elite Call, the Home Service Industry's Outbounding Champion
In this exciting episode of "Born for the Trades," we sit down with Jack Pinsel, CEO of Elite Call, and Lesli Rojas, Director of Client Services and Account Management at Elite Call, to delve into the secrets behind their success in the home se...
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Episode 15
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From Family Trades to Success: Cody McLeod on Business & Culture
In this episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of plumbing and entrepreneurship with Cody McLeod. Cody is a second-generation plumber who has spent over a decade working alongside his father before venturing out to establish his ow...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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15:40
Protecting Your Business: Mitigating Risks in the Home Service Industry with Mike McDonough
In this episode of our podcast, "Protecting Your Business: Mitigating Risks in the Home Service Industry," we are thrilled to welcome Mike McDonough, a renowned speaker, author, and educator in the insurance industry. With over four decades of ...
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Episode 14
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Elevating the Trades: A Deep Dive into Call-by-Call Management with Jayson
In this enlightening episode we sit down with Jayson, a seasoned veteran of the home industry, whose diverse background spans over a decade in HVAC, two decades in sales, and a significant tenure managing a sales force of over 10,000 agents. Ja...
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Episode 12
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Airflow to Cash Flow: Valuing and Selling Your Home Services Company
Welcome to "Airflow to Cash Flow: Valuing and Selling Your Home Services Company," where we dive deep into the intricacies of the HVAC business sale process with industry expert Patrick Lange. Patrick, who has carved a niche in the specialized ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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16:18
Building Beyond Boundaries: Chuck & Dana's Entrepreneurial Journey
Welcome to "Building Beyond Boundaries: Chuck & Dana's Entrepreneurial Journey," where we delve deep into the inspiring success story of Chuck and Dana Staszkiewicz, the dynamic sibling duo behind The Opus & Golds Group. In this episode...
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Episode 10
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Beyond Recruiting: Behavioral Insights and Marketing Mastery with Deidre Foxx
Join us on this enlightening episode of "Beyond Recruiting: Behavioral Insights and Marketing Mastery with Deidre Foxx," where we dive deep into the world of internet marketing and recruiting strategies tailored for the home services industry. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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47:53
Breaking Barriers: Weldon Long on Consistency, Accountability, and Growth
Breaking Barriers: Weldon Long on Consistency, Accountability, and Growth" is a riveting episode of "Born for the Trades," the essential podcast for anyone navigating the challenging yet rewarding landscape of the home service industry. Hosted ...
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Episode 8
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Transforming Trades: 'What Should We Do?' to Revolutionize Home Service Sales
In this enlightening episode of "Born for the Trades," hosts Mandeep Bhalla and Shreya Nagwani take you inside the EPIC 2024 event in California, where they sit down with Joe Crisara, celebrated as America's Service Sales Coach. With decades of...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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Justin Judd: Chiirp’s Vision for a Healthier, More Connected Industry
In this compelling episode of "Born for the Trades," hosts Mandeep Bhalla and Shreya Nagwani sit down with Justin Judd, VP of Sales and Partnerships at Chiirp, at the vibrant EPIC 2024 event in California. As we dive into the nexus of innovatio...
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Episode 7
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From Ashes to Achievement: The Resilient Rise of KC Home Services
In this captivating episode of "Born for the Trades," host Mandeep Bhalla shines a spotlight on the remarkable journey of Kevin Condon, the driving force behind the resurgence of KC Home Services. Titled "From Ashes to Achievement: The Resilien...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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The EPIC Evolution: Drew Cameron on Shaping the Next Era of Home Services
Welcome to a groundbreaking episode of "Born for the Trades," where we dive deep into the transformative world of home services with none other than Drew Cameron, a luminary in the industry and a pivotal figure at EGIA Contractor University. In...
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Episode 5
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