15 Minute Pools Podcast / Improve Your Business

It’s with a sad heart that we’re ending the 15 Minute Pools podcast. It turns out that in order to continue the podcast at the level we wanted, it would take a lot more work than we could do. It was a great ride and we hope you had as much fun listening as we did recording, and we would like you to continue exploring ways to improve your pool service. Lastly, we want to thank every listener and interviewee, for their time, interest, and feedback.

In this episode we talk about why having a routine will make your service more efficient, by saving steps, and using less energy. In addition you may end up increasing your profits because you’re spending less time at each pool.

In this episode we talk about why we don’t vacuum (most) of our pools and how you, with a bit of planning may be able to reduce the number of pools that you do vacuum. Be sure to look at our Extra Off Tripper tip on our website show notes.

In this episode we talk to John from Paramount Pool Systems about their main product, the in-floor pool cleaning systems, as well as Paramount's new UV and ozone systems. He explains some myths about in-floor systems and the positive aspects of learning about the way they work, the opportunities to explain and check the in-floor systems for the customer.

In this episode we talk about how we clean cartridge filters – some of the ways, some of the tools, and some of the methods we use. We also discuss other topics, like cleaning vs. replacing; how long it takes to clean larger cartridge filters as well as what are some of the easier filters to clean.

In this episode we talk to Richard and Ryan from Kona Labs about their wireless products that monitor the pool water level. Richard tells us about his background in math and science working with sensor technology that lead to developing his water level sensing and auto-fill products.

In this episode we talk about the basic additional tools you should have, the basic reasons why you need them, and the basics of how to use them if you want to be considered to be a pro and make more money.

One of recurring themes of our profession is that we don’t get paid enough, nor do we get enough credit (or respect) for what we do. In this episode we explain that a big part of the puzzle to getting paid more money is being perceived as being a pro, before you even start a job.

In this episode we talk to Joe from Speck Pumps about their products –variable speed pumps, EasyFit pump-plumbing systems and aquatic exercise (swim against the current) systems.  Speck is a 100 year old family owned business that makes a full line of above ground and in-ground pool pumps - all made in the USA. In addition to their single speed and variable speed pumps they make a professional’s only brand that is found in distribution called AquaTechnics which has extended warranties and is priced for service pros.

In this episode, we talk about going to trade shows. When we recorded this, it’s getting to the end of the busy summer season and as we move into the fall, winter, and spring these are typically the times most shows are put on. We recommend that in order to get the most out of going to a trade show, you should approach it just like any other job – plan, prepare, and then do it. We cover quite a few of the things that we feel have made our trade show experiences go well, not only in planning, but questions to ask vendors, as well as the way you should act while you’re there.