Hole in the Wall Business Podcast

Join hosts Bill and James on the Home Wall Business Podcast as they discuss the trials, triumphs, and key lessons of running a small business in the trade service industry. In this episode, they welcome special guest Willie Santiago, owner of GSJ Services. Willie shares his fascinating journey from New York corporate travel agent to successful solo proprietor specializing in carpet cleaning, pressure washing, and more. He highlight...

In this episode of the Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts Bill DeMent and James Groves meet with Richard Di Biase, owner of Restoration One franchises in Central Florida. Richard shares his captivating journey from being a police officer in Canada to relocating to Florida to start a new chapter as a franchise owner. He discusses the challenges and rewards of entering the restoration business, the impact of 2019/2020 on his ca...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, Bill and James are joined by repeat guest Matt Snowberger, the owner of TNT Lawn Care.Matt shares his inspirational journey over the past year, detailing how he has grown his business by doubling his staff, enhancing company culture, and preparing to unveil new marketing strategies. Discover the challenges and strategies involved in scaling a small business, including job re...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts Bill DeMent and James Groves are joined by Christopher Wherrell, a franchise consultant with The Franchise Consulting Company (FCC). Christopher shares his journey from being a business owner to creating a franchise and ultimately becoming a franchise consultant. He discusses the complexities of helping others find the ideal franchise business, the challenges of transi...

Join hosts Bill DeMent and James Groves in this enlightening episode of the Hole in the Wall Business Podcast as they chat with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer and Co-Founder of LiveSwitch. Discover how LiveSwitch is transforming home service businesses through instantaneous live video technology, enabling virtual estimates and saving time and resources. James shares his journey from painter to tech entrepreneur, his success ...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts Bill and James sit down with Scott Couchenour, a self-styled fourth quarter strategic coach specializing in helping entrepreneurs transition from business ownership to new life purposes. Scott discusses the emotional and strategic elements of navigating this significant life change, touching on rediscovering identity, financial freedom, and relational richness. His...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, co-hosts James Groves and Bill DeMent share their journey as small business owners of Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair. They discuss their experiences in franchising, from initial hurdles to major breakthroughs. This episode features a casual conversation with their outsourced CMO, Trish Murphy, who has played a crucial role in the company's branding and marketing efforts. ...

In this episode of the Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts James Groves and Bill DeMent sit down with Jess Love, founder of Home Smiles, a home property maintenance company servicing homes and properties in over 30 states. Jess shares his journey from being a real estate attorney and litigator to creating a business that offers bundled maintenance services for property managers, saving on large repair costs and ensuring safe...

Join James Groves and Bill DeMent as they reflect on an incredible year of the Hole in the Wall Business Podcast. They express gratitude to their loyal listeners and recount the numerous insightful guests and topics they've explored in 2024. From business coaches to marketing experts, and inspirational franchise owners, discover the key takeaways and standout moments from over 120 episodes. Celebrate milestones like their 500th...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts James Groves and Bill DeMent sit down with Joe Misiti of Building Talent Foundation. Joe discusses the foundation's efforts in recruiting employees for the trades across America and their innovative platform, JobsToBuild.com. Joe shares his personal journey, the foundation's mission, and various success stories, highlighting the importance of opportunities in the t...

In this episode of 'The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast,' hosts Bill DeMent and James Groves introduce two attorneys, Isela Simpkins, an estate planning lawyer with her own practice, IGS Legal, and Irech Colon Morales, an associate at Segarra and Associates specializing in family law. The conversation delves into the intricacies of estate planning, family law, prenups, divorces, and much more. Both attorneys share their exper...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts James Groves and Bill DeMent welcome back Liz Leonard, a franchise advisor and author of 'Your Franchise Fast Pass".

Liz shares her journey from corporate healthcare to franchise business ownership, offering valuable insights into the world of franchising.

The discussion covers the challenges of starting a business, the benefits of franchising, and key considerat...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts Bill and James interview Ivan and Mariana Polic, founders of Shift Intelligence. With over 12 years of experience, Ivan and Mariana have helped small and medium-sized businesses scale, improve efficiency, and achieve successful exits. They share insights from their own journey in the aerospace industry where they tripled revenue and achieved an eight-figure exit. ...

In this heartfelt episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts Bill Dement and James Groves sit down with Delbert Groves and Anita Held to discuss their inspiring missionary work in Zambia, Africa. Delbert, father of James, shares his 35-year journey in the mission field, collaborating with the United Methodist Church and building over 150 congregations and numerous facilities. Anita Held, who has spent nearly 20 yea...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, we sit down with Matthew Dusa, founder of Capstone Fire, a private fire rescue company that started with forest fires and has since expanded nationwide. Matthew shares his journey from being a firefighter paramedic to scaling and eventually selling Capstone Fire. He also delves into his role as an EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) implementer, helping businesses str...

Join hosts Bill DeMent and James Groves on The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast for an illuminating discussion with Frankie Rosario from the Franchise Brokers Association (FBA). This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for aspiring entrepreneurs and current franchisees. Explore the benefits of joining a franchise broker network, the meticulous steps from prequalification to acquisition, and the critical support systems ava...

n this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts James Groves and Bill DeMent explore the exhilarating journey of franchising their small business, Hole in the Wall dry wall repair. They discuss their experiences and insights gathered from a recent IFPG retreat, a brokerage network for franchise brokers, where they met with industry leaders and franchisors. The conversation highlights the advantages of franchising...

In this episode, Bill and James host the return of Brad Berry, the regional sales manager for a major pharmaceutical company. Brad shares his valuable insights on effective leadership practices, emphasizing the concepts of 'leading from the front' and 'leading from the back.' The episode delves into key leadership strategies, the importance of vulnerability, listening, and how to manage remote teams. Brad also discusses the s...

In this episode of The Hole in the Wall Business Podcast, hosts James Groves and Bill Dement sit down with Sean Lydon, owner of Systematic Selling. Sean shares his expert insights on effective sales systems and strategies to help businesses scale without chaos. They discuss Sean's journey from failure to launching a successful sales coaching company and provide valuable tips for small business owners. Sean also touches on the i...