344 Toasting Triumphs: Reflecting on A Year of Water Wisdom
Release Date: 12/29/2023
364 Water Abundance: A Global Perspective on Water Technology and Treatment Options
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We have the technology to treat any type of water, so instead of focusing on 'water scarcity,' let's talk about 'water abundance'. - Walid Khoury In the latest episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, we explore how to shift the narrative from "Water Scarcity" to "Water Abundance" with returning guest , President and CEO of . Walid’s global perspective on water technology and treatment options provides invaluable insights for water professionals, industry owners, policymakers, and anyone interested in addressing global water challenges. Here are five strategies Walid provides to guide your...
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363 Pricing Boost: Get Paid Well For Your Excellence
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“Dogs and prospects can smell fear.” - Casey Brown Are you struggling with pricing your products and services confidently? Do you fear presenting proposals to clients and dealing with objections? Are you unsure how to have effective conversations around price increases? If these questions sound familiar, you’re going to love today’s episode featuring , founder of . Boost Pricing has the singular goal of helping organizations get paid well for their excellence, and in this informative conversation, Casey shares invaluable insights on how to elevate your pricing game and communicate...
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362 Navigating 97-005: Insights and Impacts on Potable Water
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“Achieving a well with reliable water quality and supply requires a significant amount of effort and work” - Mike Taraszki In this engaging episode of Scaling UP! H2O, hydrogeologist delves into California's Process Memo 97-005, a key resource for direct potable water use from extremely impaired sources. If you’re eager to learn about the criteria and steps outlined in Process Memo 97-005 and how to keep your water permits current, this episode provides all the details you need. Mike examines the nationwide impact of 97-005 on potable water and shares his expertise in hydrogeologic...
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361 Scaling UP! Your Testing: Answering Listener Questions About Water Testing
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“I have never regretted having too much data when collecting a sample.” - Trace Blackmore In this insightful episode of Scaling UP! H2O, join your host as he helps water professionals scale up their water testing knowledge, addressing listener questions and providing invaluable expertise for water treatment professionals. Water testing stands as a cornerstone of effective water treatment, and Trace serves as your guide through this vital terrain. With a wealth of expertise, he addresses listener questions, offering invaluable insights to elevate the practices of water treatment...
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360 Unlocking Profitable Sustainability: Winning RFPs and Making a Positive Impact
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Ready to uncover how to win RFPs, boost profits, and make a tangible positive impact – all while championing sustainability in your industry? Discover how to demystify sustainability and align your company's practices with environmental, social, and economic goals in the latest episode of Scaling UP! H2O. Host Trace Blackmore sits down with , CEO of , to explore practical strategies for water professionals to embrace sustainability. Learn how small changes in energy efficiency, understanding sustainability scopes, and having sustainability data on hand can give your company a competitive...
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359 Visualizing Success: The Power of Creativity and Problem-Solving in Water Treatment
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Visualization helps water professionals better understand equipment, processes, and problem-solving techniques Often, as water professionals, we breeze past the intricate inner workings of the equipment we handle, missing out on valuable insights that could enhance our understanding and effectiveness. But what if we took a moment to visualize what's happening inside that cooling tower? Through the simple act of visualization, we can unlock a whole new perspective on the systems we work with, gaining profound insights into their operation. Step into the fascinating world of industrial water...
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358 Safety First: Practical Tips, Big Results in Water Treatment
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Did you know that integrating safety practices into your organization's culture can lead to significant improvements in employee engagement and overall performance? Step into the world of safety excellence alongside two industry leaders, Michael Highum and Reid Hutchison, in this enriching episode of the Scaling UP! H2O Podcast. As seasoned experts in their respective fields, Michael and Reid bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, making this conversation a must-listen for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of safety practices in the water treatment industry. With...
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357 Essential Leadership Skills for Water Professionals: A Guide by Dr. Andrew Temte
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How does a high school dropout go on to earn a Ph.D. from the University Of Iowa and become the host of one of Apple Podcast’s Top 15 shows on Management? mission is to Teach, Coach, Mentor, and Inspire, and today, the Scaling UP! H2O podcast is honored to feature him. In this transformative interview, Andrew discusses the foundational elements of building company culture, emphasizing that it starts with leadership. He shares valuable insights on why companies should prioritize defining their purpose before diving into marketing strategies. Additionally, Andrew explores the concept of...
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356 Unlocking the Future: Collaborative Water Management
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Collaborate strategically, embrace AI innovations, and champion data access, and scale up your knowledge to conquer industry challenges. - Dragan Savić FREng On this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, we're diving into the future of water management with our distinguished guest, , the CEO of and Professor of Hydroinformatics at the . With over 30 years of experience in numerical optimization and AI tools, Dragan Savić has been a driving force in reshaping the water sector. As an engineer and the leader of KWR, he's at the forefront of collaborative efforts, bringing together computer...
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355 Backflow Prevention: Safeguarding Water Quality
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“Why is the water weirdly blue? Why does it smell bad? Why does it taste bad? The culprit is frequently Backflow.” - Kalpna Solanki Delve into the mysteries behind strange-tinted water, unpleasant odors, and off-putting tastes – all signs pointing to an all too common culprit: Backflow. Uncover the shocking narrative of over 50,000 residents enduring weeks without water due to industrial chemicals infiltrating their drinking supply in Ontario, Canada. Join , President and CEO of the , on a mission to safeguard our drinking water. In this episode, Kalpna Solanki delves into the concealed...
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As we bid farewell to 2023, let's come together for a joyful celebration on the Scaling UP! H2O podcast with your host, Trace Blackmore, in this special year-end episode, "Toasting Triumphs." Take a deep dive into the ocean of water treatment wisdom and growth that characterized the past year.
In this episode, we unravel the highlights, explore your favorite episodes, the invaluable lessons learned, and extend heartfelt gratitude to our exceptional listeners, the generous podcast guests, the CWT graduates thirsting for growth, and every remarkable personal milestone achieved throughout 2023 – a year truly worth celebrating.
Embark on this journey of reflection, appreciation, and insight, delving into the fascinating world of water treatment! Join us as we clink glasses to the triumphs and lessons of the past year, paving the way for an even more enriching 2024. Cheers to the shared passion for knowledge and growth in the best industry in the world, water treatment!
Timestamps
1:00 - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
3:00 - Thank you to Mike Standish, our Sponsors, and James McDonald
7:50 - Sneak peek of James McDonald’s 2023 podcast episodes
9:00 - Celebrating our most popular episodes
15:00 - Submit a show idea for Legionella Month
18:30 - Launching the Scaling UP! H2O Academy and the CWT Prep Course
23:00 - Thank you to new CWTs in 2023
24:00 - Take advantage of our Events page
27:00 - Trace’s Personal Achievements and Milestones
42:00 - Encounters with Influential Individuals: Jane Kucera, Andy Stanley, Kathleen Edelman
52:00 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals
57:21 - Periodic Water Table With James McDonald
Periodic Water Table With James McDonald # 51
Why and how is cobalt used in industry water treatment? What products do you use with cobalt in them? Can cobalt ever precipitate out of solution and cause problems? Under what conditions can this happen? Can cobalt in a product become a foulant or degradation catalyst for an RO membrane if used?
Periodic Water Table With James McDonald # 52
With everything happening during Industrial Water Week on the podcast, we didn’t have room for that week’s edition, but don’t worry, because the 52nd and last Periodic Water Table with James topic is none other than…
Water or H2O or dihydrogen monoxide or even oxidane, the IUPAC-compliant name for water. There are many names for water. It has inspired art, poetry, music, architecture, comics, inventions, love, and more. It has helped both create and destroy civilizations. It is at the very heart of what you and I do every day as we practice the noble profession of industrial water treatment. It is water. How much do you know about water though? Why is water a liquid at room temperature when other molecules of similar or even heavier molecular weights are gasses? How does its density change with temperature? How conductive is pure water? Is water a stable molecule or does it ever disassociate? Have you taken out a steam table lately and looked at the trends as pressures and temperatures change? Take this opportunity to dig in and learn more about water…drop by drop.
Our listener’s favorite 2023 episodes:
Ep 300 with Chris Yee - Building the Best Multigenerational Workforce, Part 1
Ep 319 Pinks and Blues: Legionella Month Kick Off
Ep 320 with Dr. Janet Stout - Legionella Prevention: Insights, Updates, and Actionable Advice
Ep 321 with Dr. Alberto Comazzi - The Pros and Cons of Legionella Disinfectant Options
Ep 336 Swati Sharma - Innovations in Sunflower Oil Wastewater Solutions
Links Mentioned
Andy Stanley - the best motivational speaker of our generation
Alton Brown - influencer in my style of podcast shows
Kathleen Edelman - using kind words
Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses
AWT (Association of Water Technologies)
Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary - Texas
Diving in Bonaire - Southern Caribbean
Take Special Pathogen’s Lab 3-day training and get certified to the ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI 12080 Standard: Professional Qualifications Standard for Legionella Water Safety and Management Personnel
Episodes Mentioned
Ep 117 Kathleen Edelman - The One With Temperament Expert
Ep 179 with Kathleen Edelman - Communicate Better with Others
Ep 281 with Kathleen Edelman - Power of Kindness
Ep 292 Scott Wozniak - Customer Experience Engine
Ep 295 with Jeff Garratt, part 1 - Keep Employees Happy
Ep 296 with Jeff Garratt, part 2 - Lead a Successful Multigenerational Company
Ep 310 with Louis Godbout and Simina Alungulesa - Carryover
Ep 322 with Brent Baird - Flow Meters
Ep 324 with Chelsea Farmer - Career Possibilities in Industrial Water Treatment
Ep 328 Pretreatment Monday 2023
Ep 331 Wastewater Thursday 2023
Ep 335 Pinks and Blues: Enhanced Chiller Tubes
Ep 325 The Rising Tide Mastermind Live Event
Ep 339 with Jane Kuchera - Reverse Osmosis
Books Mentioned
Beyond Band of Brothers: The War Memoirs of Major Dick Winters by Dick Winters
Band of Brothers - 2001 Miniseries
I Said This, You Heard That by Kathleen Edelman
I Said This, You Heard That (2nd Edition) - Kathleen Edelman
Connect with Scaling UP! H2O
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2024 Events for Water Professionals
Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we’ve listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE or using the dropdown menu.
