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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.

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38:17

Eric and Larry Give Thanks

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/11/30

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 Tech UniversityDramatically improve your team's performance with a system of short daily video lessons training your team in soft skills. When you invest in your team and teach them soft skills, your team can make you more profit. Go to https://supertechu.com/ for more info.Click here for a discount: https://...

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45:15

Building Your Business in the Franchise Model with...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/11/22

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 Rainbow Restoration, as he explains the ins and outs of the franchise model.show notes:Why Do I always have to sit next to the farting cat - Dan S Kennedy is not very available; you can look here.TITLE SPONSOR:Super Tech UniversityDramatically improve your team's performance with a syst...

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46:41

The Road to Seven Figures with Eric Sprague and Katie...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/11/15

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 strategies that fuel business growth. If you're ready to transform your business with practical, no-nonsense advice, this podcast is your roadmap to success.TITLE SPONSOR:Super Tech UniversityDramatically improve your team's performance with a system of short daily video lessons training ...

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64:38

Not Everyone Hates HR with Violand's Scott Tackett...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/11/01

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 that when HR is ignored, and a BIG problem arises, your company can be lost. Violand Management HR experts Kelley Dolan and Scott Tackett sit down with Eric and Larry to do a deep dive into actionable insights that will help keep contractors out of trouble.TITLE SPONSOR...

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47:05

Finding Top Talent with Wylander's Kristy Sifford

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/10/25

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 solutions she shares here. Eric and Larry sit down with Kristy to talk about what companies need to do to be attractive to top talent, how she helps people in the trades find the people they need, and also what the employer must do to be a good fit for a potential team member. Don't miss t...

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42:11

Building a Beautiful Business

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/09/17

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 enjoy Larry and Eric discussing their journey to build a beautiful business.TITLE SPONSOR:Super Tech UniversityDramatically improve your team's performance with a system of short daily video lessons training your team in soft skills. When you invest in you...

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68:59

How to Make Money on the Phone with Great CSR's with...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/09/03

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 points of CSR training. Learn from the best how to make the phone a profit center.Find Steve on Facebook and Instagram.Here is a coupon code to get a 20% discount code for the How to Convert the, "How Much?!?!?!", caller course, STU20C . Here is the link to get the discount, https://homef...

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46:39

The Boys are Back!

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/08/16

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 your team's performance with a system of short daily video lessons training your team in soft skills. When you invest in your team and teach them soft skills, your team can make you more profit. Go to https://supertechu.com/ for more info.Click here for a discount: https://supertechu.com/register/podcastoffer/.Here is an entrepre...

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43:32

The Importance of Being Involved in Your Industry...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/08/02

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 being involved in your industry can help take you to the next level. The HUGE Convention is going to be in Nashville August 22-24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. We have been involved with the HUGE Convention for the past 3 years. We are always impressed with the caliber of business owne...

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43:32

Can AI Replace Your CSR on the Phones?

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/07/24

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 Free 2 Grow, joins the Blue Collar Nation podcast again to talk about the huge pivot he did in his business to bring AI CSR's to the marketplace.TITLE SPONSOR:Super Tech UniversityDramatically improve your team's performance with a system of short daily video lessons training your team in sof...

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57:02

Unlocking Excellence: The Power of Coaching and...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/07/11

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-oriented businesses.Discover why continuous learning is the cornerstone of excellence in service industries and how Service MVP approaches personalized development plans tailored to each team member. Nick and Mike share invaluable insights on the importance of investing in employee growth and f...

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66:05

2nd Generation Roto-Rooter Plumbers on How to Grow a...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/06/23

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 plumbing business by focusing on culture, accountability, and data tracking. This is a must listen for any service business owner who wants to learn how grow. TITLE SPONSOR:Super Tech UniversityDramatically improve your team's performance with a system of short daily video lessons training your tea...

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80:52

Branded not Blanded with Dan Antonelli

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/06/06

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 Kickcharge Creative.Kickcharge Creative is now the leading brand creation company in the home services space. Dan has helped over 2,500 individual brands recognize the better side of business, all while building a best-in-class agency that’s collectively earned over 250 design awards...

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64:27

Stay-at-Home Mom Turned Plumbing Impresario: Ashley...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/04/26

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 start and run a successful plumbing business in today's competitive landscape, and especially the particular hurdles that service businesses face in tight-knit communities like Cedar City. From building and maintaining trust with customers, Ashley sheds light on the intricacies of thriving in a small-town marke...

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50:19

Tommy Mello: Talking Restoration, Tech Stack, and...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/04/14

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56:39

Become a Sales Superstar with Joe Crisara

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/04/02

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Eric and Larry Discuss How Super Tech University Started

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/03/12

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54:11

Keeping Profit In Your Pocket with Electa Bartels

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/02/07

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40:26

A New Day in the Cleaning and Restoration Industry

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/01/24

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Unlocking The Power of Hiring Talent For The...

Blue Collar Nation ·

2024/01/10

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