Owned and Operated - A Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Business Growth Podcast

On this episode of Owned and Operated, we talk Tech Compensation.

We run through how we've always incentivized out techs, to where we are now and why that difference matters.

If you are someone who is operating a trade service business or looking to buy one, you're going to need to listen to this episode.

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On this episode of Owned and Operated, we talk with Bryant Suellentrop.

We talk about how he got started in the janitorial space, and his major workforce and hiring challenges.

One of the highlights of this episode is when Bryant talks about his experience with the struggle of starting a business, and the emotional tole it can take.

Enjoy!


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John Wilson, CEO of Wilson Companies
Jack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

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On this episode of Owned and Operated John and Brandon discuss some of their hiring practices, the good, the bad, and the ugly. We have some nightmare stories including employees stealing from our customers, as well as threatening our co-host, Brandon.

Our trauma is your entertainment.

Enjoy!

Also check out...
Microacquire.com to find internet businesses to buy.
Captarget.com for the best off-market deal sourcing platform ever.
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In this episode of Owned and Operated, Michael Girdley stops by.

We talk about how he literally put out dumpster fires in his fireworks business, how he struggled as a young operator getting respect from senior team members, and how to hire and train operators so they don't make the same mistakes.

Enjoy!


Check out Owned and Operated Weekly Insights: a newsletter where John discusses topics ranging from recruiting and marketing to the growth of your home service business.  Subscribe to the newsletter here.

Contact us:

Youtube: @OwnedandOperatedPodcast

X: @ownedoperatedco

www.ownedandoperated.com

[email protected]

Send Us Mail!

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• Owned and Operated Newsletter 
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John Wilson, CEO of Wilson Companies
Jack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

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In this episode, we talk about the operators we have in place currently, how did we hire them, why did we hire them, and what does their future look like as we develop them for bigger and better things.

We also talk about how to find and hire new operators, and where we have been good at finding talent, and where we can improve.

Also check out...
Microacquire.com to find internet businesses to buy.
Captarget.com for the best off-market deal sourcing platform ever.
Our Twitter
Our Newsletter

On this episode of Owned and Operated, me and Brandon Discuss what it is like to operate a family business, and how to manage all the relationships involved.

We also discuss the argument of leasing vs. owning assets. Why some people should lease, why some people should own, and the pros/cons of using a fleet management service, or hiring an in-house fleet manager.

If you're curious about Enterprise Fleet Management - email: [email protected]

Enjoy!

Also check out...
Microacquire.com to find internet businesses to buy.
Captarget.com for the best off-market deal sourcing platform ever.
Our Twitter
Our Newsletter

In this episode we discuss how out marketing has evolved from NOTHING in 2015 to an immediate switch spending $25,000 per year, and the amount of convincing it took just to get there.

Also, Brandon walks us through how onboarding our oversees call center has gone, what our major struggles and pains have been, as well as the difference between offshore call takers and a domestic call center.

Enjoy!

Also check out...
Microacquire.com to find internet businesses to buy.
Captarget.com for the best off-market deal sourcing platform ever.
Our Twitter
Our Newsletter

In this episode we dive in to my Operator and General Manager, Brandon Niro's background.

We talk about how he built and ran his landscaping business, how he sold his business to a competitor, and how he did it while attending college full-time.

He started at 15 with no drivers license, driving his equipment around with an ATV, and within a few years was managing his competitor's business.

If you're curious about what it looks like when a 22 year old has 10 years of experience, you're going to want to listen to this episode!

Enjoy!


Check out Owned and Operated Weekly Insights: a newsletter where John discusses topics ranging from recruiting and marketing to the growth of your home service business.  Subscribe to the newsletter here.

Contact us:

Youtube: @OwnedandOperatedPodcast

X: @ownedoperatedco

www.ownedandoperated.com

[email protected]

Send Us Mail!

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• Start Here
• Owned and Operated Newsletter 
• Bonus Videos From John

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John Wilson, CEO of Wilson Companies
Jack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

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In this episode of Owned and Operated I wanted to give a description of why we're starting this podcast, and what we'll be talking about.

I'm John Wilson, I own a trades business doing about $5MM annually, and am currently buying 1-2 businesses a year.

I'm bringing on my operator, Brandon Niro, to talk about the nitty gritty details of what makes a business function.

You can expect to hear us talk about our largest struggles and problems as we continue to buy and build businesses.

Send Us Mail!

More Ways To Connect with OAO

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• Owned and Operated Newsletter 
• Bonus Videos From John

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John Wilson, CEO of Wilson Companies
Jack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

📌 Disclaimer: Some links may include UTM parameters or affiliate relationships, meaning we may earn a commission if you make a purchase. Episodes may feature sponsors, but all opinions expressed are our own.