NET Gain (Networking, Encouragement, Training)

In the competitive world of snow removal and landscaping, good people make all the difference.  In this conversation, Jordan Smith from Storm Equipment share real stories and practical tips on how you can build a culture where employees stay with your company and love to come to work.

Check out Storm Equipment here.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

In male majority industries, women can bring great perspective, insight, and value.  Val Lesak and Jillian Burns have set out to unlock this value through Influential Encounters.  Their mission is to lift up women in industries where they’re underrepresented. Through events, learning and community, they provide the spaces, tools and encouragement women need to thrive, while helping companies build inclusive environments where women are celebrated. 

If you're a woman in a male majority industry looking to connect, or if you're a company leader who wants to empower the women on your team, reach out to Influential Encounters: Influential Encounters

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

Soft skills are anything but soft.  Skills like communication, teamwork, empathy, grit, accountability, and more can be the difference between a thriving business and one that's struggling.  Scott Lesak from Kasel Rocks Facility Services and InspireYou joins us to talk about how to develop soft skills that can lead to hard money, a committed team, and a thriving business.

If you're looking for professional coaching to help your business overcome obstacles and exceed their goals, check out InspireYou.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

As of the date of this release (September 24, 2026), winter is coming sooner than we know.  The best companies will be ready for it by hiring and onboarding the best employees.  Doing this takes intentionality, systems, and consistent execution.  I sat down with Lindsey Best from EXT to discuss what works when it comes to hiring and onboarding seasonal snow employees.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

The SIMA Symposium in June 2026 was a great event for Snow Industry professionals to gather, collaborate, and learn.  I brought together an all-star panel to discuss what went well, potential improvements, and dreams for the future.  Thank you to Adam Stevenson and Randy Symington from Snow Wolf, Aron Rodman from Extra Mile Snow/Wolf America Loaders, Adam Hansen from Synatek Solutions, and Jeremy Kirkham from Snow Solutions Plus for joining us for this recap roundtable.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

There’s a projected shortage of employees in the trades based on upcoming retirements and a lack of ready replacements. The silver lining is that there are people who are actively working to change that. Russ Marsan from Workforce in Motion is creating change by bringing together education, industry, and community partners into a single, streamlined pathway, guiding individuals from early exposure to hands-on training, certification, and direct placement into high-demand careers.

Check out and support Workforce in Motion at: Workforce in Motion – Your Future • Your Skills • Your Move

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

Safety should go beyond just "checking the box".  It can be a part of your culture that transforms your organization and makes your company a preferred place to work.  Bobby Lanyon from AIG Safety and I talked about practical things you can do to build a culture of safety that protects people, engages employees, and builds a place where people want to work.

Check out AIG Safety for your safety equipment needs here: Ensuring Operators Make It Home Safely - AIG Safety

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

During the SIMA Symposium at the end of June 2026, I tried something unique called Card Trick.  This impromptu podcast recording was open for anyone to participate.  They had a draw a random playing card, which was connected to a topic related to the people side of the business (recruiting, training, onboarding, etc...).  

Three brave souls, Jeff Heller, Levi Jett, and Kory Grace, joined us for some great conversation.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

Layoffs have become unfortunately prevalent in business; however, they don't need to be permanent setbacks.   If you want to learn how to bounce back through layoffs, career transitions, and other tough times at work, this conversation is for you.

Vanita Capobianco from the Laid Off to Lift Off Podcast joined me to discuss caring for yourself during a layoff, how to prepare for potential layoffs, building your professional network, and more.  You can check out Laid Off to Lift Off here.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

The right Sales/Business Development Team can either accelerate or break your business.  There are ways to hire to help you get the BEST sales team. Neal Glatt from Neal Glatt Sales & Strategy joined us to discuss this. If you want to hire the best sales/business development team for YOUR business, this conversation is for you.

Are you looking to hire and train and better Sales Team?  Connect with Neal Glatt here.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here. 

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website