Home Service Happy Hour

Hey, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, John Rossiter from Zolato joins us in the bar, and we talk about building a free CRM for home service businesses and using AI to improve sales, operations, marketing, and finance. John shares how he gets into the home service industry, why relationships and sales matter in business, and how his team builds and tests the CRM inside their own businesses. We also talk about leadership, accountability, hiring, consistency, business partnerships, and the importance of taking ownership of your results.

John breaks down the CRM's AI employees, industry specific features, mobile functionality, pricing, customer feedback, and plans for growing the platform. We also get into the challenges of building software, App Store approval, Twilio, personalized sales outreach, and how strong relationships can help you build a better business. If you run a home service company and want to learn more about CRM technology, AI, sales, leadership, and business growth, this episode gives you plenty to think about.

Want to learn more about John Rossiter and Zolato? Check out Zolato's AI-powered tools for automating scheduling, streamlining operations, and growing your home service business.

Visit: Zolato

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, we dive into the big plans, business goals, and exciting opportunities we are building toward for the rest of the year and into 2027. We talk about growing sales teams, hiring the right people, creating stronger company culture, using technology, and finding new ways to connect with customers. We also share what happens when you start building systems that help your business grow beyond the owner.

We get into the economic challenges home service businesses are facing, from changing markets and rising costs to struggling businesses and difficult client relationships. We talk about taking responsibility, adapting when things get tough, and knowing when it is time to move on from clients or employees who are holding your business back. This episode is all about making big moves, building for the future, and staying focused on where your business is headed.

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, Jason Lee from Green Side Up Podcast and SkyFrog Landscape joins us in the bar, and we get into what it takes to grow a landscaping business through the tough stages of scaling. We talk about breaking through revenue plateaus, building recurring maintenance revenue, hiring the right people, dealing with toxic employees, and creating the systems needed to keep growing.

Jason also gets into marketing, trade shows, expanding into new markets, seasonal revenue, holiday lighting, and the lessons he has learned building SkyFrog Landscape. We also get into his Green Side Up Podcast, his passion for hunting and the outdoors, and some of the wild experiences that make his story one hell of a conversation.

Want to learn more about Jason Lee? Check out SkyFrog Landscape and the Green Side Up Podcast.

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, we dive into business anxiety, overthinking, and the pressure that comes with running a home service company. We talk about recognizing negative thoughts, reframing problems, accepting what you cannot control, and getting your mind back on track when business stress starts affecting your sleep. We also reflect on our biggest accomplishments so far this year and the progress we have made as business owners.

We get into delegation, employee productivity, bookkeeping, CPAs, social media marketing, and the goals we are chasing for the rest of 2026. We also talk about Christmas light installation, seasonal business, growing a second million dollar business, and building teams that give owners more time to focus on growth. If you run a home service business and want real conversations about business ownership, growth, stress, and the work behind the results, this episode gives you plenty to take away.

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, we dive into CleanCon and the biggest ideas shaping the residential cleaning industry, from scaling your cleaning business and developing strong leaders to hiring, training, culture, branding, and innovation. We talk about how you can build a company that does not depend entirely on you, empower your managers, and create systems that help your team grow with the business.

We also get into AI, technology, smarter growth, networking, masterminds, and what you can expect from the next CleanCon in Austin. If you are building a residential cleaning company and want practical ideas around leadership, growth, branding, and the future of the industry, this episode gives you plenty to think about.

CleanCon is happening September 28–30, 2026 in Austin, Texas! Join the cleaning industry’s best for three days of networking, learning, and growing your business.

Get 10% off with code BESTDAMNBOOKKEEPING at mycleancon.com

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, Matt Clark from Fast Car Cigar joins us in the bar, and we talk about building high performance teams, knowing when to move on from the wrong employees, and why business owners need to stop making themselves indispensable. We also get into home service business trends, customer experience, pricing, retention, and using real data to make better decisions.

Matt and I also talk about entrepreneurship, coaching, public speaking, hunting, cigars, and his Fast Car Cigar business. If you're a home service business owner trying to build a stronger team, create better customer experiences, and make smarter decisions without getting trapped in the day to day, there's plenty here to chew on.

Check out Matt Clark's websites:

• mattclarkmc.com
• Fast Car Cigar

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, we dive into the realities of growing a home service business, from building high-performing teams and developing leaders to navigating private equity and bigger business challenges. We talk about recognizing your wins, solving problems that come with growth, improving customer acquisition, and building systems that allow your business to scale beyond you.

We also get into the mindset behind entrepreneurship, including resilience, delegation, leadership development, and the importance of taking pride in how far you've come. If you're building a home service business and constantly dealing with the next problem in front of you, this conversation gives you a chance to step back, recognize your progress, and get ready for the next stage of growth.

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, Jason Fishman from Digital Niche Agency joins us in the bar, and we dive into what it really takes to market companies that are raising capital. We talk about investor psychology, why momentum matters from day one, and how the best fundraising campaigns are built long before they launch. Jason shares how Digital Niche Agency helps companies attract investors and scale their growth through strategic marketing.

We also get into networking in the age of AI, balancing entrepreneurship with fatherhood, and why authentic relationships still beat every new piece of technology. Along the way we swap stories about business, fishing, parenting, and the experiences that create lasting partnerships. Grab a cold one and join us for a conversation packed with practical marketing insights, business lessons, and plenty of laughs.

Check out Jason Fishman's website: [digitalnicheagency.com]

Listen to his podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: [Test. Optimize. Scale.]

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, we dive into the different stages of business purgatory that every home service business owner faces while scaling. We share why growth gets harder as your company gets bigger and why the right people are the key to getting through each stage. We also talk about hiring, firing, leadership, and knowing when it's time to build a team that can grow without depending on you.

We walk through the lessons we've learned while growing Best Damn Bookkeeping, including the challenges of rapid hiring, building a leadership team, and finding the sweet spot after a tough season. We also discuss why recruiting drives marketing, why reliable employees matter more than talented ones who aren't available, and why it's okay to enjoy a profitable season before the next growth challenge begins. Grab a beer and join us for another Home Service Happy Hour packed with real business stories and practical advice.

Hey there, Home Service Heroes!

In this episode, Cory Blumenfeld from BlueMoso joins us in the bar, and we dig into what it really takes to build businesses that create freedom instead of burnout. We talk about leaving the traditional career path, taking smart risks, and making the tough decisions that every entrepreneur eventually faces. Cory shares how his startup journey took him from healthcare innovation to helping business owners take back their time.

We also get into hiring and firing, leading a growing team, knowing when it's time to exit a business, and why customer conversations should shape every business decision. This is a real conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building something that lasts without losing sight of the life you want. Grab a cold one and hang out with us for another Home Service Happy Hour.

To know more about what Cory does, visit: https://bluemoso.com/