Eric discusses the importance of continuous improvement and avoiding complacency in business. He emphasizes "earning it daily" and shares personal stories about disrupting his industry and recent experiences moving large koi fish. Eric stresses the need to adapt to competition and innovation, using Blockbuster's failure as a cautionary tale. The conversation explores setting goals, overcoming burnout, and the value of physical fitness in maintaining a competitive edge. Participants share their own experiences and challenges, discussing topics such as sales strategies, customer service, and team development. 

  Key Takeaways:  

• Embrace disruption and innovation by being open to new ideas and not becoming complacent in your field.
• Challenge yourself weekly to assess your progress, identify areas for improvement, and plan for the future.
• Find something you love to do so that even when things get difficult, you can find joy and motivation in your work.
• Continuously seek to improve and evolve, recognizing that you're always a stepping stone to where you're going.
• Document your stories, struggles, and successes to solidify your memories and share your experiences with others.

 

Links to resources: 

 

Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com

 

Water Garden Expo 2025: WGExpo.com

 

The All American Koi Show: AllAmericanKoiShow.com

 

Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips

 

Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett

 

The Pond Digger: https://theponddigger.com/

 

LA Pet Fair: https://www.lapetfair.com/ 

 

Atlantic-Oase: https://www.atlantic-oase.com/

 

You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at:

 

http://helixpondfiltration.com/ 

 

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