Home Service Happy Hour

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In this episode, we dive into what it really means to get back in the weeds of your business. We're sharing the lessons that come with firing, rehiring, and rolling up your sleeves to reconnect with the work your team does every day. We talk leadership, accountability, and why sometimes the best move for a business owner is to jump back on the truck.

Then we get into the money side — taxes, bookkeeping, and financial planning before the year ends. We break down how to know if you’ve got the right people handling your numbers and why “buying stuff to save on taxes” is a trap. Grab your drink, kick back, and let’s dig into what really drives smarter business growth.

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In this episode, we dive into what it really means to live with purpose in a world full of noise, tech, and distractions. Curt Kempton joins me for a long talk about family, faith, and what business ownership looks like when you stop chasing and start enjoying. We go deep on ego, joy, and learning how to let go of control to make space for what actually matters.

We’re also talking about AI, community, and the need to get back outside to reconnect with ourselves and each other. From hunting stories to “nothing boxes,” this one’s packed with laughs, honesty, and perspective. Grab your drink, settle in, and hang out with us as we figure out what it really means to work smarter, live better, and have a little more fun along the way.

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In this episode, we dive into the real Q4 grind and what it takes to win the fall rush right now. I walk through weekend outbound calling, fast virtual estimates, and why a trained CSR can book circles around you while you stay in the revenue seat. We also hit profit lifters like cleaning up your P&L, trimming subscriptions, and using smart lines of credit to fuel marketing without sinking cash flow.

Then we get spicy with unpopular opinions that actually make you money today. Stop rebuilding your website when optimization will outrank the big guys, stop abdicating ops to people who are not ready, and stop racing off the truck before the numbers say you can. Take care of your crew, create raving fans on the phone, and let’s stack the calendar while everyone else waits for the phone to ring.

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In this episode, we dive into something special as my wife, Marti Marie, joins me for date night on Home Service Happy Hour. We talk about what it’s really like to build Best Damn Bookkeeping together, the lessons from leaving Blue Skies, and how we learned to grow without losing ourselves. From marriage challenges to business wins, we open up about how life and work actually blend in our world.

We get honest about balance, parenting, stress, and learning to communicate when business never stops. Marty shares her side of what it’s like living with an entrepreneur, from long nights to big wins, and why she’s finally seeing me enjoy the ride. Grab your drink, join the chat, and hang out with us for this real and unfiltered conversation about marriage, business, and everything in between.

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In this episode, we dive into what it really looks like to balance business, family, and everyday life as a home service entrepreneur. I’m sharing stories from bow hunting with my daughter, handling parenting chaos, and finding clarity between work and home. We also talk about house managers, mowing stripes, and why setting clear expectations matters for both business and family.

We're breaking down how running a team and raising kids share the same principles of accountability, structure, and communication. You’ll also hear updates on Christmas light season, using AI for faster estimates, and building better habits that help you grow without burning out. Grab your drink, join the chat, and let’s talk about what it really takes to work smarter and live better.

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In this episode, I’m breaking down how to actually read your profit and loss statement and what your numbers are really telling you. We’re talking about cost of goods sold (COGS), overhead, and how every dollar connects to your business decisions. If you’ve ever looked at your financials and felt lost, this one’s for you.

I’m walking you through how I use real data from my business (Best Damn Bookkeeping) to make smarter calls in my business every month. You’ll see why understanding your COGS, marketing spend, and admin costs can completely change how you grow. Grab a drink, take some notes, and let’s make your numbers start working for you.

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In this episode, I’m hanging out with Trevor, JC, and Angela for another round of Home Service Happy Hour, and we’re diving into real talk about rest, productivity, and staying sharp for busy season. I’m reminding everyone to stop “getting ready to get ready” and start hiring now before the holidays hit. Plus, JC shares his wild “bar-hop selling” story for Christmas lights—and yes, it actually works.

We’re mixing laughs with business talk, from capacity planning to tattoos, tick bites, and a Vegas-style “Price Is Right” where we break down real small businesses for sale. I’m giving my take on when to invest, when to hold back, and how to balance risk with opportunity. Grab your drink, jump in the comments, and let’s keep working smarter and harder together.

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In this episode, we dive into our weeklong Kentucky hunting trip and all the chaos that came with it. From flooded fields and hot weather to deer encounters and near misses, the crew breaks down everything that made this trip one for the books. You’ll hear about early mornings, long sits, and the kind of hunting lessons you only learn the hard way.

We also swap stories about close calls with landowners, license mishaps at Bass Pro, and the unforgettable deer each of us tagged. Between laughs, lessons, and late-night camp antics, this episode captures the real side of public-land hunting. Grab a drink, settle in, and join us for the full Kentucky recap on Home Service Happy Hour.

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In this episode, we dive deep into how social media shapes our thinking, how AI is transforming home service sales, and why real conversation still matters. We talk about using tools like LiveSwitch and virtual assistants to streamline business, and shares honest takes on immigration, labor, and politics from recent industry events. It’s raw, thoughtful, and packed with insight on where business owners go from here.

We also open up about the importance of unplugging, finding peace outside the algorithm, and reconnecting with family, community, and purpose. Between business tech, cultural debates, and some classic Home Service Happy Hour humor, this episode captures what it means to be human in a digital world.

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In this episode, James and I dig into the real conversations business owners need to have. We’re talking about AI, what it means for your team, and how to keep up when the world’s changing faster than ever. I’m laying out how documenting your processes and building redundancy in your business gives you the power to sell strong instead of fading out.

We also get into the fun stuff—fantasy football, family, and even synchronized swimming with American flag speedos. But at the heart of it, this is about making sure you don’t leave money on the table when it’s time to exit your business. Stick around, grab a drink, and let’s figure out how to work smarter, adapt faster, and finish strong together.

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