Blayne Ippolito went from addiction and homelessness to managing a team of high-performing electricians and selling and installing over $680K in residential electrical work with $1M in his sites this year. His journey is raw, powerful, and packed with lessons for anyone in the trades. 

In this episode of The Successful Contractor, Blayne opens up about the pain that shaped him—and the purpose that drives him today. Now a sales manager with MZ Electric in Littleton, Colorado, Blayne trains his techs five days a week, blends emotional intelligence with process, and closes jobs with $4,000 average tickets. But what really sets him apart is how he leads with service, connection, and trust. 

You’ll learn: 

• How Blayne’s early life and recovery shaped his mission in the trades 
• His approach to consultative sales that build massive trust with homeowners 
• Why presenting tiered pricing options builds credibility—and increases close rates 
• How he eliminates objections early using CertainPath’s StraightForward Pricing Guide 
• What it means to be a friend first, electrician second in a customer’s home 
• His mindset tools for resetting between calls, including gratitude and meditation 
• The emotional training sessions he runs on Wednesdays—including one centered on the phrase “Justify Your Existence” 
• Why fear is the biggest sales killer—and how techs can beat it 
• The story of a homeowner who cried reading his bio—and trusted him over a cheaper bid 
• What it takes to move from technician to trusted leader of a service team 

Blayne’s story isn’t just about closing big tickets. It’s about becoming the kind of person others believe in. Whether you’re a tech, a leader, or someone just looking to find more meaning in your work—this is a conversation you won’t forget. 

Show Notes 

The Successful Contractor Podcast is a part of the CertainPath family.  CertainPath builds successful home service businesses—and has for 25 years.  We do it by providing contractors with a proven path to success, professional coaching, software solutions, and a member community of 1,200+ strong. Doubling your sales, with a 20% net profit, and an inspiring company culture is ALL possible.  Let us show you the way. With CertainPath, Success is Made Certain. Visit www.mycertainpath.com for more information.  

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