Born For The Trades: A Home Service Podcast

In this episode of "Born for the Trades - A Home Service Podcast," we had the privilege of speaking with Mike Prencavage Jr., the owner of The Family Plumber. Mike's journey is a testament to the enduring legacy of plumbing expertise and community leadership. As a former President of PHCC Orange County and a Board of Director for PHCC National Business Development, Mike has played pivotal roles in shaping the plumbin...

Welcome to "Born for the Trades: A Home Service Podcast," where we delve into the stories and strategies of home service professionals on their path to success. I'm your host, Mandeep Bhalla, and with me is the insightful co-host, Shreya Nagwani. In this episode, we had the distinct honor of engaging in a riveting dialogue with none other than Victor Rancour, a visionary leader in the world of business. Our episode&a...

Welcome to today's episode where we dive deep into the exciting collaboration between two industry powerhouses, Dan Antonelli and Tommy Mello. Join us as we unravel the future of home service branding and gain insights into the visionary minds behind this transformative partnership.

Dan Antonelli, the President and Chief Creative Officer of KickCharge Creative, boasts an impressive track record of revolutionizing home service b...

Welcome to a captivating episode of Born for the Trades, where we delve into the remarkable journey of Derrick Lee, the visionary force behind Supreme Heating and Cooling, a thriving enterprise rooted in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. From an early life marked by challenging circumstances, Derrick has emerged as an inspiration to all who aspire to transform setbacks into triumphs.

In this episode, we embark on a journey throug...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Born for the Trades," the podcast that dives into the world of home services and empowers you to excel in both your professional and personal life. In today's episode, we're joined by a seasoned online fitness coach, Spencer Sharpe, who brings a fresh perspective on the delicate art of balancing business and fitness.

Spencer's journey is nothing short of inspi...

In a world where representation and diversity are crucial, Jonathan Neves stands out as a shining example of a trailblazing entrepreneur making waves in the trades industry. As the founder and CEO of Green Energy Mechanical Inc., a minority-owned plumbing, heating, and air conditioning company based in Greater Boston, Massachusetts, Jonathan's journey has been one of resilience, determination, and a commitment to creating oppo...

In this episode we focus on high level communication and the pain and successes of our guests journey learning the science and psychology of communication from America's Service Sales Coach, Joe Crisara. Michael Munoz is Head Coach at Service MVP. With over 16 years of plumbing experience, 10 years of using Service MVP's communications systems in the field and in management positions to create financial freedom for him an...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Born For The Trades - Home Service Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of field service management. In this episode, titled "Revolutionizing Field Service Management: Insights from Billy Stevens, Founder of Sera Systems," we have the privilege of speaking with Billy Stevens, a remarkable entrepreneur and the founder of Sera Systems, a leading Field Service Management softw...

In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the world of construction business with Al Levi, an accomplished former contractor turned business consultant, teacher, and author. Al has been revolutionizing the way contractors run their businesses, helping them reduce stress and achieve greater success through the power of systems. Join us as we explore Al's expertise and gain insights into his renowned programs, the 7-Power C...

Join us on Episode 18 of "Born For the Trades - a home service podcast" as we delve into the world of HVAC sales strategies and mindset with the incredible Jason Walker, aka Jay Dub Money Maker. From humble beginnings as a Warehouse Shop cleaner, Jason's journey in the HVAC industry has been nothing short of extraordinary, propelling him to become a highly successful Comfort Advisor and earning nationwide recognition...

Welcome to Episode 17 of "Born For the Trades - a Home Service Podcast." In this episode, we are honored to have Russell Furr, an extraordinary entrepreneur in the trades industry, joining us. Russell's inspiring journey began when he made the bold decision to leave high school at the age of 16 and embark on a hands-on path. 

Russell's initial foray into the trades industry involved landscaping, but he ...

Welcome to Episode 16 of "Born For the Trades - a Home Service Podcast." In this episode, we are delighted to have Jack Pinsel, a resilient entrepreneur and the founder of Hail 911 & Elite C@ll, join us. With impressive growth and industry recognition, Jack has made a significant impact in the call center industry. In fact, Hail 911 was recognized as the vendor of the year in the construction & solar industry in 2...

Welcome to the 15th episode of "Born for the Trades," a home service podcast. In this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Stephanie Gordon, the Vice President of Energuy, an industry leader in permitting and HERS testing solutions. Stephanie's expertise and Energuy's comprehensive services have simplified businesses for HVAC contractors, allowing them to focus on customer satisfaction while Energuy tak...

Welcome to a brand new episode of "Born for the Trades - A Home Service Podcast." In this exciting installment, we had the privilege of hosting Brian Wright, the proud owner of Crossway Mechanical LLC, for his inaugural podcast appearance. With over 27 years of experience in the air conditioning and heating industry, Brian is a true expert in his field.
Hailing from Mission, TX, Brian embarked on a remarkable journey...

In this episode of "Born for the Trades: A Home Service Podcast," we sit down with Lance Bachmann, a serial entrepreneur and the former CEO of 1SEO Digital Agency. Lance is known for his remarkable ability to drive exponential growth and success in businesses. Today, he shares his insights on entrepreneurship and his experience with acquiring, scaling, and selling home service businesses.

Lance recently founded LB Capital,...

In this exciting episode of "Born for the Trades - a Home Service Podcast," Mandeep and Shreya sit down with Joe Crisara, an industry expert with over four decades of experience in service management. Join them as they delve into the transformative journey of service management over the last 40 years and explore what lies ahead for this crucial aspect of the home service industry. 

The discussion kicks off with J...

Welcome back to "Born For the Trades - a Home Service Podcast" with your hosts Mandeep and Shreya! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of marketing and sales to answer some of the most frequently asked questions in the industry. Get ready to unlock valuable insights and practical tips on how to maximize call volume with Google Guaranteed and enhance your sales process with emotional intelligence.

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In this episode, we chat with Jody Underhill, an established internet marketing and recruiting strategist. Jody has an impressive background working with both national and international corporations on marketing strategies. As the CEO of RapidHirePro.com, he has grown the business from scratch to working with over 100 home service companies in just 12 months. Jody shares his unique recruiting process exclusively for the Home Servic...