Today In Trades

How can we track the productivity of our technicians, and how can that lead to more success for our teams, our company, and our customers?

Today we're talking about different ways you can help your team succeed by using the numbers;  tracking the productivity of your technicians with BigBoard, sharing the successes with standing meetings, and leading by those numbers to become employers of choice.

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Do you struggle to find and retain technicians in your home services business? In this episode, we talk with Megan Bedford, Founder of the non-profit Desk Free Nation, about how to address the skills gap in the trades for the coming generations.

In this episode of Today In Trades, we talk with Sid Graef, owner of Spectrum Window Cleaning in Missoula, about how to provide a great work culture that not only retains your top talent but also impresses your customers.

In this episode, we discuss five elements that separate the best service companies from the rest. Whether it's using virtual service requests or automated follow-ups, we highlight the importance of embracing change and meeting our customers where they are. Join us to learn how to create a happy customer, happy staff, and ultimately, a healthy company. 

Tom Acona with rockyourcompany.com discusses a bold new concept in outsourced marketing services. Acona will walk you through some key concepts that can help you stand out amongst the competition and create a new mindset to grow your organization. If you feel like word-of-mouth and pay-per-click campaigns aren’t doing enough to grow your business and/or retain clientele, take a listen!

Join us as we interview a highly successful career plumber Mick Rodriguez and learn why he believes NOW is the best time to become a plumber. 

In this episode, David and Meagan Nash of Glass Doctor Atlanta invite us into the dynamic life of building a business as a couple with a young family. From creating "balance" to handling the 24/7 demands of a service company, the Nash family shares their journey and the beautiful views along the way.  If you work in a family business, or are considering starting one, this episode is for you. 

This week, Mickey and Jim share the crazy stories and culture of the Service Station Sales team with Gabe Howley and Caleb Sjoerdsma.  From selling glass repair from a Dunkin Donuts in Nuremburg, to having a computer, phone and cables stolen in a Milan train station, this remote team has seen it all. They happily share their stories of life, motivation, customer service, and the lessons learned from a great remote company culture!  

Austin Casey delivers an eye-opening and compelling look at followups as the best way to drive more business to your company now. Jim and Mickey tease him about the game "Ice" and other fun stories around the BidClips company culture.  Don't miss this refreshing look at an often "overlooked" part of the trades industries. 

Welcome to Today in Trades. In this episode, we chat with former Service Station sales representative, Abel Ballew, about how to connect with customers while taking inbound calls. Abel has handled hundreds of inbound sales leads for glass businesses across the country. His practical insights on customer service will help you win more business and keep your customers coming back. This podcast is presented by BidClips, sales software for the service industry.