Blue Collar Nation
Eric and Larry of Super Tech University, supertechu.com, have years of blue collar service business ownership. They know, all too well, that running a blue collar business is not for the faint of heart. For that reason, the Blue Collar Nation Podcast is dedicated to making the lives blue collar service business better. With humor and an unfailing optimism, Larry and Eric invite guests from all areas to the blue collar world to share ideas and help owners run their businesses more effectively.
Episodes
291 episodes
Unlocking Home Service Success using V-Street w/ John Monroe
In this episode, we sat down with John Monroe of Violand Management to talk about their new V-Street educational platform—an essential resource hub designed specifically for service business own...
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Season 6
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Episode 290
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46:37
Supporting Women in the Trades with Amy O'Grady
Amy O'Grady, President of Women in HVACR, joined Eric and Larry to talk about the work she and women in HVACR are doing to help recruit, train, and support women who are getting into the trades. Eric ...
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Season 6
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Episode 289
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42:17
Manufacturing Your Own Leads with 1 Tom Plumbers Rocky Hensley
Many restoration companies are beholden to program work, TPA's and the plumber referral game. 1 Tom Plumber Rocky Hensley sits down with Eric and Larry to educate our listeners on how to make their own...
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Season 6
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Episode 288
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1:03:29
Eric and Larry Give Thanks
The Grateful podcast. Eric and Larry recount all the things that they are grateful for. They talk about the highlights of the year and their plan for 2025.TITLE SPONSOR:Super T...
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Season 6
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Episode 287
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38:17
Building Your Business in the Franchise Model with Josh Miller of Rainbow Restoration
Building a business from scratch can be difficult. Often, a franchise model can help smooth the growing pains. Join Larry, Eric, and guest host Katie Harris as they talk candidly with Josh Miller, President of
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Season 6
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Episode 286
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45:15
The Road to Seven Figures with Eric Sprague and Katie Harris
Join Eric Sprague and Katie Harris, co-authors of The Road to Seven Figures, as they reveal the blueprint that's helped countless business owners scale to seven figures and beyond. They break down the proven...
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Season 6
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Episode 285
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46:41
Not Everyone Hates HR with Violand's Scott Tackett and Kelley Dolan
HR is the last thing on a contractor's mind...until it's the only thing on their mind! Go talk to any contractor and ask them about human resources. You will likely get a roll of the eyes or a blank stare. We learn th...
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Season 6
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Episode 284
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1:04:38
Finding Top Talent with Wylander's Kristy Sifford
Finding good help has never been harder in the trades. Go hang out with any home service owners, and a topic of conversation is always " I can't find good people!". Wylander's Kristy Sifford has sol...
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Season 6
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Episode 283
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47:05
Building a Beautiful Business
Eric and Larry explain the importance of building a beautiful business. Steve Toburen, a legendary business guru in the service industries, taught about what it takes and what steps need to be made to create a beautiful business. Listen and enj...
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Season 6
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Episode 282
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42:11
How to Make Money on the Phone with Great CSR's with Steve Toburen
More money is made or lost on the phone than anywhere else in the home services sector. Today, Eric and Larry sit down with service legend Steve Toburen of Home Front Success to discuss the finer poin...
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Season 6
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Episode 281
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1:08:59
The Boys are Back!
Larry and Eric explain why they have been absent and discuss what is new in the world of home services. TITLE SPONSOR:Super Tech UniversityDramatically improve you...
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Season 6
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Episode 280
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46:39
The Importance of Being Involved in Your Industry with Sid Graef
It is important to surround yourself with other successful business owners. In this episode Eric and Larry sit down with Sid Graef of the HUGE Convention For Home Services to talk about how be...
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Season 6
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Episode 279
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43:32
Can AI Replace Your CSR on the Phones?
As AI increases to impact the home services industry, we now are at a point where AI can answer the phone for you 😲. Do you think you could do this in your home service company? Charlie Felker, of F...
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Season 6
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Episode 278
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43:32
Unlocking Excellence: The Power of Coaching and Training in Home Services with Nick Englehart and Mike Busher from Service MVP
Today, Larry talks with special guests Nick Englehart and Mike Busher from Service MVP. In this episode, they explore the indispensable role of coaching and training in fostering success within service-...
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Season 6
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Episode 277
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57:02
2nd Generation Roto-Rooter Plumbers on How to Grow a Legacy Business
Eric and Larry sit down with Super Tech U clients Chris and Kyle Brierly, of Roto Rooter Oklahoma, to talk about how they have built upon their Dad’s foundation to build a successful multi-location plumbi...
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Season 6
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Episode 276
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1:06:05
Branded not Blanded with Dan Antonelli
Most of us in the home services space are well acquainted with Dan Antonelli's amazing van wraps. What began as Dan's childhood passion, which started in a basement, grew into the award-winning agency
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Season 6
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Episode 275
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1:20:52
Stay-at-Home Mom Turned Plumbing Impresario: Ashley Tanner, Has Big Plans for Her Company.
Today Eric and Larry sit down with Ashley Tanner co-owner and COO of Iron Mountain Plumbing in Cedar City, Utah. Together, they dive into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to star...
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Season 6
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Episode 274
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1:04:27
Tommy Mello: Talking Restoration, Tech Stack, and Home Service Freedom
It's always great to have Tommy Mello on the show. Tommy Mello is one of the biggest names in the home services space. As the founder of A1 Garage, Tommy is a wealth of knowledge for all ...
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Season 6
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Episode 273
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50:19
Become a Sales Superstar with Joe Crisara
Long time friend of the podcast Joe Crisara of Service MVP, widely known in the trades as Uncle Joe, is the Blue Collar worlds #1 sales trainer and today joins Eric and Larry to discuss his new book
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Season 6
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Episode 272
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56:39
Eric and Larry Discuss How Super Tech University Started
Today Eric and Larry sit down and reminisce on the reasons why and how Super Tech University started. Owning a service business in Southern California for many years, Eric and Larry found themselves in a constant cycle...
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Season 6
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Episode 271
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33:21
Keeping Profit In Your Pocket with Electa Bartels
In today's podcast, Eric and Larry sit down with long-time friend, colleague, and certified bookkeeper Electa Bartels. Electa is also the founder and owner of Profit In Your Pocket...
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Season 6
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Episode 270
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54:11
A New Day in the Cleaning and Restoration Industry
On today's show, Eric and Larry's guest is Mike Balzano - publisher of Restoration & Remediation magazine and host of Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience Podcast. The conversation centers around the upcoming ...
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Season 6
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Episode 269
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40:26
Unlocking The Power of Hiring Talent For The Restoration Industry w/ Justin Sifford owner of Wylander
Eric and Larry recently met up with Justin Sifford, owner of Wylander, at the recent Violand Business Planning Retreat in Naples, Florida. Wylander is a recruiting company that specializes in finding and placing top talent in all areas of...
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Season 6
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Episode 268
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30:37
Dallas Nevill: From Struggling Carpet Cleaner to Restoration Juggernaut
During the recent Violand Business Planning Retreat Eric and Larry had a chance to speak with Dallas Nevill, owner of
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Season 6
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Episode 267
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23:44
4 Amigos Yearly Holiday Special with Jon Isaacson and Gerrett Stier
Jon Isaacson and Gerrett Stier join Eric and Larry for the 4 Amigos holiday show. This podcast has become a holiday tradition at Blue Collar Nation. Known for laughs, hijinks, and a little bit of useable information, the holiday sh...
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Season 5
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Episode 266
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1:15:08