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
322 episodes
SPECIAL EDITION: Larry and Eric Address How to Cope with Business Uncertainty
Due to all that is going on in this crazy world right now, Larry and Eric understand how hard this is on service providers. We know lots of companies are struggling to get work and with clients isolating themselves, what do we call do?Blue ...
SPECIAL EDITION: Larry and Eric discuss not letting negative emotions take over.
The Crisis Webinar is on 4/23/2020 at 11am. Please sign up here learn great information for your business. The current situation has been creating a lot of ...
SPECIAL EDITION: John Akhoian of Rooter Hero has a message for the service industry.
John Akhoian is the founder of Rooter Hero Plumbing. John is a friend and an expert source in the industry. He has weathered many economic cycles successfully. Listen to what John is doing...
SPECIAL EDITION: Al Levi talks about dealing with your financials and creditors in hard times.
Today we have Al Levi, the 7 Power Contractor, in the show to talk some more about what to do as the coronavirus affects so many service providers.Al talks to us about how to market your ser...
Brand Yourself as the Expert and Build Your Company w/ Kevin and Annissa Coy
Kevin and Annissa Coy have been long time friends of ours. The Coy's personify what it means to find a niche in an industry and "go deep" with it. They found a love for contents restoration and went about the work of becoming industry experts i...
SPECIAL EDITION: Cheri Perry Knows Entrepreneurs Are Wired for This!
Cheri Perry works with many blue collar service companies and has a talent for working with our industry.We are "wired for this". We as business owners will find solutions to g...
SPECIAL EDITION: John "The Hitman" Braun
John Braun gives the listeners great practical advice on marketing in these troubled times. John suggests when business is slow, be ready for a flood of business after the crisis is...
SPECIAL EDITION: Wise Counsel from Shawn Van Dyke
Shawn Van Dyke suggests to pour money into marketing and recruiting great candidates during this time of crisis. Shawn's hiring formula is great: State the problem - The problem in t...
SPECIAL EDITION: Kevin and Annissa Coy : Restoration Experts
Kevin and Annissa Coy have been in the restoration industry for over 37 years combined. They have owned and operated a full service restoration company with more than 1.3 million dollars annually in revenue in a town of less than 2000 pop...
SPECIAL EDITION: Tersh Blissett with Guerrilla Marketing Tips for Service Businesses
Tersh Blissett owns two HVAC companies, a plumbing and electrical company as well as being the host of Service Business Mastery Podcast. Tersh discusses what he is doing righ...
SPECIAL EDITION: Skylar Lewis on How to Thrive in Adversity
Skylar Lewis is the owner of Superior Restoration, the highest-rated restoration company in Southern California. Skylar has grown his company to $9,000,000 in revenue with 40 employees. He ...
SPECIAL EDITION: Tom Ziglar on being STRONGER in the face of adversity
Tom Ziglar has a new book, Stonger. The book is very helpful in our changing world. Tom has a great message for everyone that will make your life better, even during this crisis....
SPECIAL EDITION: Brett Gilliland of Elite Entrepreneurs on Leading in Troubling Times
Brett Gilliland of Elite Entrepreneurs, was a key member of the management team that took Infusionsoft to over $100 Million in revenue per year. An expert in organizational theory, Brett joins us today t...
SPECIAL EDITION: Howard Partridges 5 Point Message to ALL Business Owners
P-I-V-O-TThat's what Howard Partridge is telling us we must do to keep alive and, better yet, THRIVE in these times. Howard is not saying it will be easy or pretty, but that with the proper str...
SPECIAL EDITION: How to Properly Communicate with Clients During This Crisis w/ Derek Preece and Katie Harris
Derek and Katie of Spot On Solutions join us again to talk about what messages are acceptable and what is not during this health and economic crisis we all face. Make sure you know how to put your best...
SPECIAL EDITION: Jim Bardwell on How to Market When You Cannot Connect in Person
Jim Bardwell is one of the greatest referral marketers you will ever meet. Jim has proven himself again and again to have the what it takes to grow companies. Today we talk to Jim about how to market effectively when you are stripped of your "s...
SPECIAL EDITION: Joe Kowalski of ServiceMonster. Blue Collar's Philosopher.
EntreJoe is a student of life. Right now, we need people whom are thinking deeply about our collective situation. Hear Joe break down how he views what is going on in the trades right now. Joe is the owner of an amazing CRM
SPECIAL EDITION: Wood Boyles and Dan Baker of Blue Collar Talent Scouts: How to Treat the Team in Times of Crisis
We have Wood and Dan back on the show to talk about the importance of communication and understanding for the team during these trying times.This podcast was sponsored by Morning Tech Meeting...
SPECIAL EDITION: IICRC Instructor Bruce DeLoatch on Distance Learning Amid the Covid 19 Pandemic
Things are changing quickly out there in our industry. Bruce DeLoatch is on the forefront of this new world in regards to training in the cleaning and restoration industry. Bruce gives us advice on what to do when things are not ideal. We talk ...
SPECIAL EDITION: Josh Zolin, Author of Blue is the New White on Dealing with the Pandemic
Josh is the owner of Windy City Equipment and is author of Blue is the New White book. Josh has recently hired a new marketer and is doubling down on gro...
SPECIAL EDITION: Ed Cross, The Restoration Lawyer, on How to Properly Approach Covid-19 Clean Up Work
Attorney Ed Cross sat down with Larry and Eric to talk about the do's and don'ts of Covid-19 clean up work from a legal perspective. We have seen a lot of crazy claims regarding "santizing" and "disinfecting" Covid 19 in buildings. Please give ...
SPECIAL EDITION: Eric and Larry Talk about the Best Strategies from Recent Expert Guests for Dealing with the Pandemic
Eric and Larry take a break from guests and talk about all of the wonderful guests that have been kind enough to join them in the last month to talk about what to do in the current economic situation. Eric recently wrote and e-book to c...
SPECIAL EDITION: Charles Kurtek, Safety Consultant, on How to Safely Clean Covid-19
Charles Kurtek is a long time safety consultant and friend of the show. Charles joins us today to explain the necessities of Covid 19 clean up work.Contact Charles at SLC Risk ckurteck@slcrisk.com or 626-862-5034This podcast has...
SPECIAL EDITION: Banker Adam Russell Explains Stimulus Plans
We know there are many reports that the stimulus money has run out. Banker Adam Russell explains the various stimulus plans and the possibility of more stimulus money coming down the pike.This episode is sponsored by:
SPECIAL EDITION: Plumbing and Heating Instructor Ken Midgett has a 100% Job Rate for his High School Kids
Ken Midgett, Plumbing and Heating Instructor at Lehigh Career & Technical Institute in Pennsylvania joins to talk about all of the amazing job opportunities there are in the trades for young graduates of technical schools. Ken boasts a 100%...