EP229: The Burden of Beauty - What Happens to Your Koi When You’re Gone?
Release Date: 01/06/2025
EP255: The Reward
The Pond Digger Podcast
Eric delves into the vital relationship between taking risks and reaping meaningful rewards in both business and life. The discussion highlights the critical need to not only embrace risk as entrepreneurs but also to consciously identify and plan for the rewards that drive us. Through personal stories and shared experiences within the contracting group, the episode underscores the power of recognizing weaknesses, celebrating victories, and the positive psychological impact of having future rewards to look forward to. Tune in to gain practical insights on how to structure your goals and...
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EP254: Raising a Tosai to Grand Champion
The Pond Digger Podcast
Today we feature Eric's interview with Jeffrey Duncan, a koi hobbyist, about his grand champion koi. The discussion centers around his journey, from purchasing the fish as a tosai (young koi) to raising it to grand champion status. They talk about the koi's bloodline, Jeffrey's pond setup, and husbandry techniques. He emphasizes the importance of patience, water quality, and selecting koi with growth potential. The interview also covers their experiences showing koi and competing against other dedicated hobbyists. Jeffrey also reflects on challenges, the value of learning...
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EP253: Earn It Daily!
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Eric discusses the importance of continuous improvement and avoiding complacency in business. He emphasizes "earning it daily" and shares personal stories about disrupting his industry and recent experiences moving large koi fish. Eric stresses the need to adapt to competition and innovation, using Blockbuster's failure as a cautionary tale. The conversation explores setting goals, overcoming burnout, and the value of physical fitness in maintaining a competitive edge. Participants share their own experiences and challenges, discussing topics such as sales strategies, customer...
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EP252: Be A Serial Task Slayer - Get Shit Done with Tyson Matayas and Ron "Slayer" Yelenich!
The Pond Digger Podcast
This edition of The Pond Digger Podcast features Eric Triplet in a fireside chat with Tyson Matayas and Ron Yelenich, discussing strategies for tackling tasks and maximizing productivity. The conversation explores various aspects of task management, from planning and preparation to the mindset required for efficient execution. They emphasize the importance of writing things down, setting miniature goals, and learning from journeymen and apprentices. The podcast also touches on the value of continuous self-improvement, both professionally and personally. Real world stories...
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EP251: Rehabilitating Freedom: Rescuing A Turtle From Solitary Confinement
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Eric details his experience rescuing a red-eared slider turtle from a small aquarium where it lived in isolation for years. He purchased the turtle and named her Freedom. Initially placing her in a large pond, he realized she lacked the muscle and experience to thrive, so he began rehabilitating her. He used smaller water tubs to help her regain strength and mobility before introducing her to a larger community. Eric then describes constructing an elaborate pond and duck enclosure for Freedom and other turtles, sharing details about the build and the pond's ecosystem. He...
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EP250: The Story You Tell: How Sales and Branding Shape Your Business
The Pond Digger Podcast
Today's episode explores the power of storytelling in sales and communication, particularly within the contracting industry. Eric shares personal anecdotes, including a recent experience preparing for a speaking engagement, to illustrate the importance of crafting compelling narratives. The show emphasizes the need for authenticity and tailoring stories to resonate with the audience and their individual personalities. It cautions against self-centered or overly dramatic narratives, advocating instead for stories that highlight how the business can solve clients' problems. Practical...
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EP249: The GOAT Debate: Brady vs. Mahomes & The Blueprint for Contractors
The Pond Digger Podcast
Eric Tripplet discusses going from good to great, using the Tom Brady versus Mahomes debate as a framework. The episode emphasizes that hard work beats talent when talent doesn't put in the hard work. It explores the importance of training, repetition, and being coachable, even for naturally gifted individuals. The conversation touches on leadership, the value of a strong team, and continuous self-improvement. KeyTakeaways: Prioritize hard work and consistent effort over natural talent. Embrace coaching and constructive criticism from various sources, including peers. Actively...
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EP248: Why Most Contractors Are Failing (And How to Fix It) with Weston Zimmerman
The Pond Digger Podcast
Eric's special guest is Weston Zimmerman from SynkedUP. Weston shares his journey in the landscaping and water feature industry. He discusses his early experiences, including working for Tussy Landscaping and learning about overhead recovery. The discussion explores the importance of understanding business finances and pricing strategies for contractors. Weston also details the development of his software company, SynkedUp, designed to help contractors with budgeting, estimating, and job costing. The conversation emphasizes the need for financial literacy and confidence in pricing to...
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EP247: The Remember the Titans Tactical Playbook for Pre-Qualifying Leads
The Pond Digger Podcast
Discover how the movie "Remember the Titans" provides a powerful framework for pre-qualifying prospects and improving communication. Eric emphasizes the importance of simplicity and consistency, likening a focused playbook to the movie's core strategies. Listeners will learn why sticking to fundamental questions, much like Coach Boone's limited but effective plays, can drive success. The episode further explores how mastering and repetitively practicing these core elements leads to significant gains, mirroring the movie's theme of persistent execution. KeyTakeaways: Stick to a...
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EP246: Live Bigger, Sell Smarter: The Power of Future Pacing
The Pond Digger Podcast
Today's focus is on future pacing, a sales and communication technique that involves helping people visualize their problems being solved. The episode explores how future pacing can be used in various contexts, from sales and coaching to personal relationships, to help others envision positive outcomes and make decisions. Examples include using future pacing to understand a customer's project vision, motivating personal changes, and enhancing relationships by imagining positive scenarios. The discussion emphasizes that future pacing is a helpful, rather than deceptive, tactic to guide...
info_outlineEric discusses the often-overlooked issue of koi pond responsibility after a hobbyist's death. He recounts personal anecdotes illustrating the emotional and logistical challenges faced by grieving families left with the care of koi ponds and their inhabitants. Eric offers advice on planning for the future, including journaling pond maintenance details, maintaining relationships with koi dealers and clubs, and securing adequate financial resources for pond upkeep. The episode also explores the diverse motivations behind koi keeping, from trophy collecting to relaxation, and the varying levels of commitment involved. Ultimately, he emphasizes the importance of proactive planning to ensure the well-being of both the koi and the surviving family members.
Key Takeaways...
- Have a plan in place for your koi and pond in case of your death or incapacitation.
- Communicate with family and close friends about your koi keeping hobby and involve them in pond care if possible.
- Document important information about your pond in a journal.
- Establish a relationship with a trusted, local koi dealer.
- Consider the financial burden associated with koi keeping and plan accordingly.
Links to resources:
Contractor Sales Secrets: ContractorSalesSecrets.com
Water Garden Expo 2025: WGExpo.com
The All American Koi Show: AllAmericanKoiShow.com
Fitz Fish Ponds: Koi Trips
Book A Call With Triplett: Call with Triplett
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