In this episode, we dive into a holiday edition of Home Service Happy Hour where things go off the rails fast and stay there. We talk real home service sales stories, bad contractor follow up, and AI actually working in the trades instead of just being hype. If you have ever waited on a contractor who said about three thousand and disappeared, this episode will feel very familiar.

We break down LiveSwitch the way I have seen it as a customer and from the business side, showing how video and AI can save time, fuel, and money. We also play a wildly competitive Christmas Price Is Right using real marketplace listings that somehow exist. Stick around because this episode is part sales lesson, part holiday hangout, and pure Home Service Happy Hour chaos.

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In this episode, we dive into public land hunting stories and the real lessons they teach about business, marketing, and decision making. I am walking through wins, losses, and the emotional grind of doing everything right and still not getting the outcome you want. We talk about pressure, timing, instincts, and why adaptation matters more than stubborn consistency.

We also connect hunting experiences directly to marketing cycles, Google Ads volatility, and why what worked last year can suddenly stop working. I share how seasonality, positioning, and knowing when to push or pivot applies both in the woods and in business. If you like real stories, honest perspective, and lessons you can actually use, pour a drink and enjoy the show responsibly.

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In this episode, we dive into the real end of year grind for home service owners as the holiday light season wraps up and burnout starts to hit. I am talking with the crew about what went right, what went wrong, and why December feels amazing and brutal at the same time. We get honest about seasonal pressure, pricing mistakes, customer expectations, and the chaos that comes with running a service business at full throttle.

We also get into what smart operators do when the season slows down instead of disappearing until spring. I walk through why systems, recruiting, VAs, insurance planning, and financial cleanup matter most when things finally quiet down. If you want to head into next year clearer, calmer, and better prepared, this conversation is exactly the kind of bar stool talk that helps you think straighter.

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In this episode, we dive into pricing, scaling, and the realities of owner time as I sit down with the Home Service Business Coach Dave Moerman. We talk about why delayed price increases create pain, how recurring service businesses condition clients, and what owners need to do differently if they want real growth. Dave also shares the thinking behind his first book, Get Off The Truck, and why owners staying in low value tasks keeps them stuck.

Dave and I get into scaling purgatory, climber versus camper seasons, and how to decide whether to push forward or stabilize your business. We talk about attrition, seasonality, and why avoiding hard conversations makes things worse instead of better. If you want to build a business that runs without you and actually supports your life, this conversation will hit home.

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In this episode, we dive into what really drives growth in home service businesses and it starts with people. I walk you through real conversations about employees, culture, recruiting, and why leadership decisions matter more when the market feels uncertain. We also talk about marketing fundamentals, reputation, and why doing the basics well still wins.

We also get into labor market trends, hiring timing, and how smart owners use the slow season to prepare for the year ahead. I share real world examples around recruiting early, building systems, and investing in your team before demand hits. If you want to head into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and momentum, this conversation will hit home.

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In this episode, we dive into leadership, ownership, and what it really means to take responsibility when business gets hard, and I am talking it through live with Michael Hinderliter from PowerWash.com. We get into staffing decisions, trust inside your company, why most business problems are people problems, and how clear expectations change everything. I am sharing real stories from the trenches that show how mindset, communication, and numbers all collide in real life.

We also talk about hiring the right way, building a recruiting funnel that actually works, and why waiting too long to make people decisions costs you more than you think. Michael and I look ahead to where AI is taking the service industry, how to prepare for tougher competition, and why experience and problem solving still matter. Stick with us to the end, enjoy the conversation responsibly, and we will see you back here next week.

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In this episode, we dive into the real frustrations business owners have with taxes and accounting and I am walking you through it live from the Best Damn Bar. We talk about the lazy accountants who do nothing but data entry, the flashy tax strategy crowd selling smoke and mirrors, and why neither one actually serves you well. I break down what communication should look like, how trust gets built, and why your accountant needs to understand business, not just tax code.

We also get into fair pricing, what you should expect to pay for personal and business returns, and why monthly billing beats surprise invoices every time. Chad jumps in with real world stories about audits, finding the right CPA, and learning lessons the hard way. If you want clarity, confidence, and fewer tax season surprises, settle in and enjoy the show responsibly.

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In this episode, we dive into the world of commercial pressure washing with Robert Eisenstadt from Property Pros., and he is breaking down the exact path that took him from chaos to predictable recurring revenue. We get into why narrowing your services matters, how relationships drive commercial success, and what it really takes to build a business that performs year round. Robert walks through the wins, the failures, and the mindset shifts that changed everything for him.

We keep rolling into leadership, hiring, and the tough lessons that come with elevating your people while still building systems that hold up under pressure. Robert and I talk openly about the challenges in this industry, the difference between commercial and residential, and the power of sticking to a lane long enough to get great at it. If you are looking for a blueprint to scale in the commercial space, this conversation is packed with exactly what you need right now.

Also, if you are interested in the Feb 26-27, 2026 in event Vegas, click the link: Commercial Pressure Washing Contractors Live