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In this episode, Trevor Matthews, Founder of Refrigeration Mentor shares his journey from technician to business owner, emphasizing the importance of personal development, technical training, and strategic growth in the HVAC Industry. Discover insights on reducing callbacks, enhancing technician skills, and building a community for industry professionals.

Time Stamps: 
00:00 - The Journey to Self-Improvement
03:03 - From Technician to Business Owner
05:52 - The Importance of Training in the Industry
09:02 - Navigating the Challenges of the Trade
11:57 - Understanding Gross Margin and Profitability
15:06 - Building Confidence and Communication Skills
17:54 -The Future of the Refrigeration Industry
21:10 - Innovative Training Approaches for Technicians
25:03 - The Importance of Personal Development
31:48 - Navigating Career Transitions in the HVAC Industry
35:34 - The Role of Private Equity in Commercial Refrigeration
39:27 - Building a Community for Technicians


Resources
Jim Rohn - Personal Development
Atomic Habits by James Clear
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
Jim Quick - Speed Reading and Learning
Tony Robbins - Personal Development
Jim Rohn - Motivational Speaker

Connect With Trevor Matthews 

Refrigeration Mentor - https://refrigerationmentor.com/

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In this episode, Evan Hoffman explores the innovative world of contractor-owned warranty programs with Jacob G and Will Kinsey. They discuss legalities, wealth creation, and how warranties can be a powerful tool for growth and retention in the HVAC industry.

Guests 
Jacob Gee - Operations team at Rocket Group Holdings
Will Kinsey - Founder of Conduit Warranty Corporation 

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Warranty Programs
03:12 - The Journey of Conduit Warranty Corporation
06:02 - Understanding the Legalities of Warranties
08:53 - In-House Warranty Management Strategies
12:06 - Communicating Warranty Coverage to Customers
14:59 - Sales Impact of Warranty Programs
18:08 - Structuring a Contractor-Owned Warranty Company
26:16 - Understanding Labor Warranties and Their Benefits
30:19 - The Importance of Limited Warranties vs. Service Contracts
31:37 - The Concept of Forced Savings Accounts
35:50 - Investment Strategies for Warranty Funds
40:04 - Leveraging Warranties for Business Growth and Employee Retention
49:38 - Final Thoughts on Warranties as a Sales Tool

Sponsor - https://freeagency.ai/

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In this episode, We talk with Josh Crouch about AI's impact on Home Services Business, Automation, and Digital Marketing Strategies. They explore practical tips for contractors to leverage AI, improve operations, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Timestamps

00:00 Implementing Knowledge Immediately
11:45 The Role of AI in Home Services
24:11 Navigating Business Growth and Challenges
36:02 Leveraging AI and Automation for Contractors
39:57 How to Use AI for your Home Service Business to Growth
42:48 Authenticity in Marketing and Pricing for HVAC Business
46:10 The Importance of Data Integrity
50:01 Marketing Strategies for the Modern Consumer
56:08 The Future of Technology in Business
01:05:12 Consistency and Long-Term Success


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LinkedIn -   / joshcrouch 
Twitter -   / joshcrouch 
Instagram - @josh_crouch_85

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In this episode, We discuss with Jarod Smith, CEO of Clog Busters Drain Cleaning & Repair the importance of Leadership, Business Growth, and Team Building. He mentions how passion, continuous learning, and strategic recruiting drive success in the Plumbing Industry.

Timestamps:

00:00 - The Importance of Passion in Leadership
02:11 - Stagnation in the Contracting Industry
06:03 - Setting Intentions for Growth
09:57 - Building a Training Academy
11:44 - This Episode is Sponsored By Free Agency
13:51 - Recruiting for Success
18:11 - Creating a Positive Company Culture
24:02 - Episode Ends

Connect with Jarod Smith & Clog Busters:


🌐 Website: https://clogbusters.co/ 

💼 LinkedIn: Jarod Smith

🐦 X (Twitter): @JarodSmith_CB

📸 Instagram: @clogbustersdraincleaning

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How do you go from a Technician running a one-man show to leading a multi-million dollar HVAC company in just two years? In this episode of Let’s Vent, Cody Brasseal, CEO of Acadiana Comfort, pulls back the curtain on the "uncomfortable" decisions required to scale.

Cody shares his journey, from early days following his father on rooftops to the high-stakes moment he had to choose between folding under debt or going "all-in." We discuss the "tyranny" of having 10,000 bosses, the art of suffering well to achieve success, and how he landed the biggest builders in his area by "speaking to the future" before he even had the experience.

Timestamps

00:52 – Intro: Meet Cody Brasseal, CEO of Acadiana Comfort. 

02:35 – Growing up in the trades: Working for a "nickel an hour." 

01:50 – The two types of entrepreneurs: Which one are you? 

04:37 – The "Tyrant" realization: Why business owners have 10,000 bosses.

06:55 – Suffer Well: What successful people do that others won't. 

09:20 – The cost of greatness: Lessons from Elon Musk’s autobiography. 

10:20 – The Turning Point: Being backed into a corner by debt. 

15:33 – Momentum: Scaling from $400K to a multi-million dollar company. 

19:55 – The "Scary" Investment: Moving from $250/mo SEO to the big leagues. 

22:13 – Trial by Fire: Navigating COVID, hurricanes, and supply chain issues. 

25:39 – The New Construction Pivot: Why most technicians avoid it. 

29:20 – The Efficiency Game: The "magic sauce" for profitability. 

30:58 – "Fake it 'til you make it": Cold-calling the three biggest builders. 

32:02 – Speaking to the Future: How to sell a vision you haven't built yet.

33:13 - This Episode is Sponsored by Free Agency, visit: freeagency.ai 

36:54 – Investing in Science: Diving into ACCA Manual J, S, and D.

40:38 – How Efficiency Becomes Your Biggest Competitive Edge in the Trades

41:40 – Beyond the "Cold Air Box": The physics of manipulating air and water.

42:45 – Creating Ecosystems: Why proper HVAC design is a health and financial priority.

45:00 – The Swamp Factor: Managing moisture and comfort in high-humidity climates.

48:29 – How Indoor Air Quality can help your health

55:48 – Where to find Cody Brasseal and Acadiana Comfort.

57:25 – Efficiency is Sexy: The secret sauce to a profitable trade business.

57:42 – Start, Stop, Keep: The simple framework for business planning.

1:00:45 – Episode Ends 

Connect with Cody Brasseal & Acadiana Comfort:

• 🌐 Website: AcadianaComfort.com
• 📧 Email: [email protected] 
• 📱 Facebook: Cody J. Brasseal
• 📸 Instagram: @AcadianaComfort

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In this episode of Let’s Vent Podcast, we sit down with Laura Kelly, Co-Founder of Grow with Clover. Her company is a powerhouse in the home services industry, providing specialized coaching and media services designed to help contractors scaling their Business.

Laura drops a massive truth bomb: The greatest gift you can give your business is radical self-honesty. We dive deep into the "Morning Reset," the psychology of the 6 Human Needs, and why your energy as a leader is 63% of the battle when it's time to close a deal or motivate a technician.

Stop following the old story. It’s time to coach yourself to a bigger business.

Timestamps:

00:39 — Meet Laura Kelly: Co-Founder of Grow with Clover
02:00 — The Big Shift: Moving from Technician to CEO
04:10 — Radical Honesty: Why the Truth Will Set You Free
06:35 — What Story Are You Telling Yourself?
11:32 — The Psychology of Success: Understanding the 6 Human Needs
14:05 — This Episode is Sponsored By Free Agency
17:51 — Leadership Secrets: What You Coach vs. What You Do
18:52 — Sales Mastery: How to Coach a High-Performing Technician
21:35 — Why Your Vibe and Energy is Contagious
23:47 — Lessons from the Greats: Tony Robbins & Evan’s Favorite Quotes
25:49 — "Not Everyone Has It, But Everyone Can Have It"
28:58 — Episode Ends

🔗 Connect with Laura Kelly & Grow with Clover

Instagram: @the.laura.kelly

Website: www.growwithclover.com

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Are you tired of "SEO Strategies" that bring traffic but zero bookings? In this episode, Kyle Sattler and Paul Olsen from Soo Good join us to vent the Secret on what it actually takes to scale a Home Services Business 10x in a single year.

We aren't just talking about keywords. We’re diving into the psychology of the algorithm, the "Speed to Lead" reality, and why your business might be failing despite a #1 ranking.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🚀 How to handle a 10x growth without breaking your operations.

🗺️ The truth about MapPack and multi-service Google Business profiles.

🚩 Red Flags: How to spot a marketing agency that’s just "playing" you.

⚖️ The "Humble Advantage" of sitting down with your techs.

Connect with our guests:

🔗 Visit Soo Good: https://sogoodteam.com/

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro: Kyle Sattler & Paul Olsen
01:56 - Scaling Secrets: How a Plumbing Biz Jumped 10x in 1 Year
03:41 - The Genesis of the "Soo Good" Method
08:43 - The Truth About Google & The Algorithm for Home Services
10:23 - From the Trenches: Kyle’s Marketing Journey
12:00 - A Critical Message Every Contractor Needs to Hear
17:46 - ProfitFill: Syncing Google Ads with Your Job Board Capacity
20:35 - Why Most Marketing Strategies Fail Contractors
25:35 - Team Training Masterclass (Shoutout to Kevin van Ormen)
26:59 - The "Perfect Call" Framework: Don't Waste Your Leads
28:33 - The #1 Training Pillar at Soo Good
35:40 - The Tommy Melo Strategy: Speed of Execution
37:33 - Dominating the Google MapPack for Local SEO
42:22 - Is Your Business Ready for This Level of Growth?
44:52 - This Episode is Sponsored by Free Agency
46:35 - Multi-Service Profiles: Does it Help or Hurt your SEO?
50:47 - Playing the Google Game: Strategy vs. Tactics
52:25 - The Review Engine: How to Automate Social Proof
01:10:11 - Marketing Red Flags: 3 Ways Agencies Drain Your Budget
01:12:36 - Where to Find the Soo Good Team
01:18:30 - The "Humble Advantage": Why You Must Talk to Your Techs
01:19:50 - Fou

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Are you tired of "SEO Strategies" that bring traffic but zero bookings? In this episode, Kyle Sattler and Paul Olsen from So Good join us to vent the Secret on what it actually takes to scale a Home Services Business 10x in a single year.

We aren't just talking about keywords. We’re diving into the psychology of the algorithm, the "Speed to Lead" reality, and why your business might be failing despite a #1 ranking.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🚀 How to handle a 10x growth without breaking your operations.

🗺️ The truth about MapPack and multi-service Google Business profiles.

🚩 Red Flags: How to spot a marketing agency that’s just "playing" you.

⚖️ The "Humble Advantage" of sitting down with your techs.

Connect with our guests:

🔗 Visit So Good: https://sogoodteam.com/

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro: Kyle Sattler & Paul Olsen
01:56 - Scaling Secrets: How a Plumbing Biz Jumped 10x in 1 Year
03:41 - The Genesis of the "Soo Good" Method
08:43 - The Truth About Google & The Algorithm for Home Services
10:23 - From the Trenches: Kyle’s Marketing Journey
12:00 - A Critical Message Every Contractor Needs to Hear
17:46 - ProfitFill: Syncing Google Ads with Your Job Board Capacity
20:35 - Why Most Marketing Strategies Fail Contractors
25:35 - Team Training Masterclass (Shoutout to Kevin van Ormen)
26:59 - The "Perfect Call" Framework: Don't Waste Your Leads
28:33 - The #1 Training Pillar at Soo Good
35:40 - The Tommy Melo Strategy: Speed of Execution
37:33 - Dominating the Google MapPack for Local SEO
42:22 - Is Your Business Ready for This Level of Growth?
44:52 - This Episode is Sponsored by Free Agency
46:35 - Multi-Service Profiles: Does it Help or Hurt your SEO?
50:47 - Playing the Google Game: Strategy vs. Tactics
52:25 - The Review Engine: How to Automate Social Proof
01:10:11 - Marketing Red Flags: 3 Ways Agencies Drain Your Budget
01:12:36 - Where to Find the Soo Good Team
01:18:30 - The "Humble A

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The HVAC landscape is undergoing its most significant shift. With new environmental regulations taking effect across the United States, homeowners and contractors alike are navigating the move to next-generation refrigerants.

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Harbeck, a seasoned expert from the Regulatory and Sustainability Team at Johnson Controls. With over a decade of experience at the forefront of HVAC innovation and compliance, Nick breaks down exactly what these changes mean for your home, your safety, and the future of the industry. Whether you are a technician looking for the perfect sales pitch or a homeowner concerned about rising costs, this deep dive into the 2025 mandates offers the clarity you need.

Timestamps

00:32  - Introduction: Meet Nick Harbeck

01:15 - Welcome to the 2025 AHR Expo

01:46 - A Decade of Professional Journey

03:00 - The 2026 Refrigerant Transition Explained

03:30  - Homeowner Concerns: Should You Worry?

08:33 -  Safety Check: Are New Refrigerants Dangerous?

09:21 - This Episode is Sponsored by Free Agency

11:05 - Simplifying the Science for Technicians: How can HVAC pros explain complex regulatory changes to a homeowner without the jargon? 

12:08 - The "Perfect Sales Pitch" for Technicians in the HVAC Industry

13:50 - Selling Sustainability: How Deep Should You Go? The right balance between pitching environmental savings and practical performance.

15:45 - The "Missing Question" in HVAC

17:24 - Electricity & Grid Anxiety

19:51 - Episode Ends

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Most Businesses fail because they ignore the basics. Derek Cormier, Founder of Climate Experts explains why treating every Lead like pure Gold and working  every day on Internal Training is the only way to dominate the Home Services Industry. Whether you're in HVAC - Plumbing - Electrical or any Home Services Business, this is your blueprint for massive scale.

0:25 - Meet the $10M CEO: Derek Cormier
1:20 - From Zero to 8 Figures: The Professional Journey
6:00 - Leads are Gold: How to Stop Wasting Opportunities
7:15 - The "90% Booking Rate" Secret Strategy
9:08 - High-Level Conversion: Turning Leads into Booked Jobs
13:20 - The $10M Failure: What Derek Learned the Hard Way
18:30 - How Guarantee Companies Scale Your Home Services Business
21:30 - The Controversial Metric: Why Your Manager’s Credit Score Matters
21:47 - Inside the Climate Experts Hiring Machine
23:46 - The Great Debate: Green Talent vs. Experienced Techs
27:40 - Why Geographic Expertise is a Technician’s Secret Weapon
28:58 - The 2-Week Bootcamp: Training for 8-Figure Standards
29:30 - Culture First: Why You Must Hire for Fit, Not Just Skill
35:19 - CEO Leadership: Driving the Vision from the Front
39:15 - Scaling Smarter with Free Agency (Sponsor)
41:20 - The HVAC Community: Are Owners Actually Helping Each Other?
46:01 - Breaking the $10M Ceiling: The Climate Experts Story
50:55 - The Radical Honesty Framework for Building Customer Trust
51:40 - Do You Need a Fractional CMO for Home Services?
53:25 - The Free Agency Game Plan: Visit freeagency.ai
54:40 - The CEO’s Guide to Dominating Social Media
1:00:20 - How to Mix Education and Entertainment
1:01:48 - The Leadership Balance: Vision vs. Team Input
1:04:50 - The 3-Legged Stool: Running 3 Trades in One Business
1:17:55 - The Vulnerability Trap: Why Being "Always Strong" is a Weakness
1:22:04 - The Morning Routine That Sets a Mindset for Success
1:23:50 - Connect with Derek Cormier