This episode features Marvin, Josh Rigsbee of PavePro and Jacob Buck of Buck Brothers. The trio discuss what social media marketing has done for them personally and professionally in the Asphalt World, as well as some of the ways to overcome some of the various obstacles with those endeavors. This podcast was recorded live in front of an audience at the Charlotte Expo Center in Charlotte, NC during the 2023 National Pavement Expo.

If you are a business owner, and you scroll TikTok, the chances that you have seen one of Barbara's , aka @your.tax.coach on the platform, viral videos about how business owners can take advantage of tax deductions and advantages, that aren't so commonly known.  In this episode Barbara goes over a couple of the ones we here at BB have sen come up across our feeds and then also goes into detail about some we may not know. She also gives advice on where to go and how to get started in the right direction, if you are stuck or don't know the next steps from where you are. We think its perfect timing for this one, as we close in on tax season here in the asphalt industry, but ultimately the advice and info in this one can be used by any business owner. hope this one helps. -Marvin

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From a previous podcast with Indy Driver James Roe, my interest was sparked about the resurfacing of iconic International Racetrack, Silverstone, and how TopCon was able to use their technology to create a smoother, faster surface there. TopCon was kind enough to give us the time of Mark Larranaga, Director of Intelligent Paving, at TopCon. Mark first gives us some insight on how he, or any person, gets into a position in their career that has such a title. Then he dives in with us explaining what TopCon does and how they were able to us that technology to not only improve Silverstone, but other tracks around the world that Indy and F1 uses today. I found this conversation extremely Interesting, as I hope you did too. -Marvin

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If you have been to an NPE before, the chances of you coming into contact with Mike Musto, Owner of the 800 Pavement Network, or the team that he has join him at the National Pavement Expo, are very high. Mike and the 800 Network have become a staple of the conference and are looking forward to having another great show. I am especially excited because this year myself and the BB team will join them in the 800 booth for the duration of the show! -Marvin

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Shawn Boyce is the CRO at Brothers Paving National and one of the founders of the Pavement Soft business software, developed for the Asphalt Industry. In this episode, Shawn goes over job-costing and the importance of it in the Asphalt Industry and how it can completely change your business and/or take it to the next level. -Marvin

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Spencer Boyd is back with us to share what is on tab for 2023 and the NASCAR season, as well as what we can expect from the pavement they race on this year. He also shares with us how we can connect with him better and where he will be coming to near all of us un the US this season. -Marvin

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I was scrolling on instagram  recently and came across a video of a Asphalt Maintenance Contractor stating something that, although I knew in the back of my mind, was a great reminder and needed to be said on the side of being Re-Freshed. He was stating 3 ways they were separating themselves from the competition... and the 3rd one was their punctuality. Gerry Sebby with Asphalt Authority hit the nail on the head with it and why it is an advantage.  I asked him to come on and talk about it. Hope you enjoy this conversation. -Marvin

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National Pavement Expo 2023 Show Director Morgan Wilson joins me to talk about everything we can expect at NPE 2023 in Charlotte North Carolina. With many new events, features, classes and presenters, it is sure to be a fresh look and feel this year at our Expo. Morgan goes into detail on what's new, tried and true, and what really brings out the new theme this year of Pave Hard, Play Hard. Always a pleasure to speak with Morgan and we really hope to see you at NPE 2023. -Marvin

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Robert Miller is no stranger to professional sports organizations and the Business of them. From NBA to NASCAR to NHL and more... he has been part of teams that have made it happen all over the country. In this interview Robert, who is currently President of the Dubuque Fighting Saints USHL Hockey Team, goes over what it takes to build a team for a team, and how to be a Leader to the people with certain skills that make up said team...and make it have a successful season. I hope you hear as much passion as I do coming from Robert when he speaks about what he does to make things click and the sure joy he received from pursuing his passion one this field. -Marvin

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Eric Triplett is an Icon in the Water Feature building world. His years of experience, amazing projects and absolute love for what he does, has created an amazing career for my friend. In this episode Eric, who is a mentor of mine, goes into the backstory about how he has got to this point, but also details with us the important aspects of mentorship and learning non-stop in the process of building business and life around your passion. I hope you enjoy this conversation s much as I did. -Marvin

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