The Home Service Expert Podcast
The Home Service Expert podcast is the No. 1 podcast for ambitious home service entrepreneurs, whether they are in plumbing, HVAC or another niche. In this show, Tommy Mello, a $200M business founder, will talk with the best entrepreneurs and experts in the home service industry and beyond, to share insights that have made them successful: from the newest marketing tools to the best scaling strategies. Previous podcast guests include Terry Nicholson (former national trainer of NYSE-listed home services company), Craig Smith (President of HomeAdvisor, a home services marketplace valued at $2B+), Cameron Herold (former COO of three $100M+ companies), etc.
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The Power of Networking: Who's in Your Life? with Ivan Misner
06/09/2025
The Power of Networking: Who's in Your Life? with Ivan Misner
In this conversation, Dr. Ivan Misner, founder of BNI, discusses the significance of networking and relationships in business. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences and the impact of networking on personal and professional growth. Misner shares insights on the VCP (Visibility, Credibility, Profitability) process and how to effectively build relationships that lead to success. He delves into the significance of world-class service, the importance of building meaningful relationships, and the art of networking. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 The Importance of Relationships 02:59 The Birth of BNI 05:59 Networking as a Superpower 09:10 Identifying Engines and Anchors 11:49 The Room Metaphor 14:47 Managing Toxic Relationships 18:12 Luck vs. Hard Work 21:13 The VCP Process in Networking 23:51 Effective Networking Strategies 29:22 The Power of World-Class Service 30:45 Building Meaningful Relationships 32:48 The Importance of Networking 34:09 Balancing Time and Relationships 36:44 Making a Difference in Others' Lives 39:43 The Art of Storytelling 41:11 Mindset vs. Skillset in Leadership 44:51 The Role of Leadership in Business 52:20 Identifying and Building Leaders 55:05 Key Principles for Business Success
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Navigating the Balance of AI and Human Interaction in Business with Brigham Dickinson
06/02/2025
Navigating the Balance of AI and Human Interaction in Business with Brigham Dickinson
This conversation delves into the importance of enhancing communication skills within the home service industry, focusing on call conversions, customer service, and the balance between technology and human interaction. Brigham discusses the impact of private equity on training, the necessity of ongoing coaching, and the role of leadership in achieving business success. They emphasize the need for technicians to improve their performance and the importance of understanding customer needs. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the evolving landscape of call centers, the importance of technology in customer engagement, and the need for better communication skills among technicians. They explore investment trends in the home service industry, the significance of personal touch in customer experience, and strategies for staying ahead in the market. Additionally, they provide insights for aspiring speakers and outline the onboarding process for Power Selling Pros. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 Enhancing Communication Skills in Home Services 02:23 Identifying Blind Spots in Call Conversions 04:46 The Impact of Private Equity on Training 08:31 Maximizing Technician Performance and Lead Generation 11:56 The Importance of Comprehensive Customer Service 15:15 Balancing Technology and Human Interaction 21:33 The Role of Leadership in Business Success 24:57 The Value of Ongoing Training and Accountability 29:11 Rising Awareness in Call Centers 30:45 Leveraging Technology for Customer Engagement 31:51 The Importance of Technological Adaptation 33:07 Investment Trends in Home Services 34:54 Enhancing Customer Experience through Personal Touch 35:59 Training Technicians for Better Communication 39:17 Transforming Service into Sales 44:19 Staying Ahead in the Home Service Industry 47:35 Advice for Aspiring Speakers 57:21 Onboarding and Next Steps for Power Selling Pros
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Becoming a Real Estate Expert with Brandon Turner
05/26/2025
Becoming a Real Estate Expert with Brandon Turner
In this conversation, Brandon Turner shares his journey from a blue-collar background to becoming a successful real estate investor and entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of focusing on one's primary business before diversifying into real estate, the various ways to make money in real estate, and the significance of personal branding. Turner also highlights the challenges faced by many real estate educators who may not actively invest anymore and emphasizes the importance of trust and commitment in both personal and professional relationships. The discussion touches on the mindset of wealthy individuals and their desire to give back to the community, as well as the need for entrepreneurs to stay focused on their business growth and stability. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 The Real Estate Dilemma 02:54 Brandon Turner's Journey into Real Estate 06:06 Understanding Real Estate Investment Strategies 08:59 The Mechanics of Real Estate Profitability 11:57 The Role of Personal Branding in Real Estate 14:51 The Guru Cycle in Real Estate Education 18:09 The Importance of Trust and Commitment 21:06 Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship 23:51 The Mindset of Wealth and Giving Back 26:56 The Power of Focus in Business 30:07 The Importance of Business Growth and Stability 33:22 The Plague of Mediocrity 37:17 Building a Personal Brand to Attract Talent 39:28 Hiring Strategies for Success 42:02 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges in Hiring 44:31 Investment Strategies and ROI 48:12 Raising Capital in a Competitive Market 51:08 Leveraging Personal Branding for Growth 53:38 Common Pitfalls in Building a Personal Brand 58:23 The Key to Consistency and Success
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Mastering Sales in 2025 - Winning Strategies with Sam Wakefield
05/23/2025
Mastering Sales in 2025 - Winning Strategies with Sam Wakefield
Sam Wakefield discusses the importance of continuous learning in sales, particularly in the HVAC industry. He emphasizes building strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and the emotional aspects of selling. Sam shares his journey in creating Close It Now, a sales training company, and highlights the need for a shift in the home service industry towards better pricing strategies and valuing quality over cost. He also addresses common pitfalls in sales processes and the importance of starting with sales training early in business development. Ultimately, Sam advocates for a service-oriented approach that prioritizes the customer's experience and satisfaction. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 Sharpening the Ax: The Importance of Continuous Learning 02:14 The HVAC Industry: A Foundation for Sales Mastery 04:00 Building Relationships: The Key to Sales Success 09:57 The Birth of Close It Now: A New Approach to Sales Training 13:54 Upleveling the Home Service Industry: A Call to Action 19:04 Pricing Strategies: The Value of Quality Over Cost 27:03 Common Pitfalls in Sales Processes: Building from the Ground Up 32:50 The Value of Service and Pricing Integrity 35:01 Essential Sales Advice for New Professionals 38:06 Understanding Customer Needs vs. Wants 40:01 Restoring Trust in Sales and Home Services 42:00 The Importance of Consistent Training 47:05 NLP and Its Impact on Sales 51:36 The Art of Follow-Up in Sales 58:11 Recognizing Buying Signals in Sales Conversations
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Navigating the Digital Marketing Landscape with Kick Charge Creative
05/16/2025
Navigating the Digital Marketing Landscape with Kick Charge Creative
In this conversation, Dan Antonelli & Ryan Redding delve into the critical role of branding, digital marketing, and the long-term investment required for effective SEO. The conversation also highlights common misconceptions about the process of creating unique brand identities and the operational challenges businesses face in their growth journey. They emphasize the need for businesses to invest adequately in marketing channels, to leverage data for decision-making, and to engage with their communities through grassroots efforts. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 The Responsibility of Branding 03:02 Kick Charge Creative's Evolution 06:06 The Importance of Digital Marketing 08:58 SEO vs. PPC: The Long Game 11:53 The Power of Branding in Home Services 15:00 Creating Unique Brand Identities 18:09 The Process of Effective Branding 21:00 Common Misconceptions About Branding 23:54 The Impact of Branding on Business Growth 26:57 Operational Challenges in Business Growth 29:51 The Philosophy Behind Responsible Branding 32:20 Building A-Plus Teams and Effective Marketing Strategies 39:55 The Importance of Branding and Community Engagement 40:04 The Role of Logos and Intellectual Property 44:54 The Power of Grit and Adaptability in Business 51:32 Leveraging Storytelling for Customer Loyalty 59:16 The Mindset Shift After Rebranding
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Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate Success with Patrick Francey
05/12/2025
Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate Success with Patrick Francey
In this conversation, Tommy Mello and Patrick Francey delve into the world of real estate investing, discussing the mindset required for success, the concept of the 'Everyday Millionaire', and the importance of investing wisely. They explore various strategies for real estate investment, including the innovative 'self-funding house' concept, and emphasize the significance of courage and risk-taking in business. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 The Mindset of Real Estate Investing 03:13 Understanding the Everyday Millionaire 05:57 Investing in Real Estate: The Right Way 08:49 Strategies for Real Estate Investment 11:56 The Self-Funding House Concept 15:04 The Importance of Real Estate in Wealth Building 17:59 Courage and Risk in Business 20:49 The Role of Mindset and Performance Coaching 30:37 Transforming Mindsets in Sports 32:29 The Role of Coaches in Player Development 34:02 The Importance of Mentorship 37:09 Living Below Your Means for Financial Growth 38:49 Creating Meaningful Experiences 45:39 Advice for New Investors 46:40 The Purpose Behind the Everyday Millionaire Podcast 49:42 Embracing Discomfort for Growth 56:33 Navigating Challenging Times with Clarity
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Special Family Q&A with Tommy Mello’s Niece and Nephews!
05/09/2025
Special Family Q&A with Tommy Mello’s Niece and Nephews!
In this conversation, Tommy Mello discusses the importance of courage, embracing rejection, and financial literacy with his niece and nephews. They explore key lessons from the book 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' and the philosophy of 'Go For No,' emphasizing the value of learning from failure and the significance of pursuing one's dreams without fear of rejection. The discussion also touches on future aspirations, sales strategies, and the power of curiosity in personal and professional growth. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 Courage and Fear: The Foundation of Success 01:18 Lessons from 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' and Financial Literacy 03:37 Embracing Rejection: The 'Go For No' Philosophy 12:26 The Importance of Learning from Failure 16:04 Future Aspirations: Business Goals and Education 24:05 Sales Strategies and Overcoming Rejection 30:06 The Power of Curiosity and Asking for Help 35:10 Final Thoughts: Courage, Rejection, and Personal Growth
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Building Trust in a Digital Age with Marcus Sheridan
05/05/2025
Building Trust in a Digital Age with Marcus Sheridan
In this conversation, Marcus Sheridan discusses the evolving landscape of marketing in the home services industry, emphasizing the importance of video content, disruption, and building trust with customers. He shares insights on how businesses can adapt to changes brought about by AI and commoditization, and highlights the need for transparency and innovation to stand out in a competitive market. He also discusses the evolving landscape of sales and marketing, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new consumer preferences and leveraging technology while exploring the significance of self-service tools, pricing estimators, and the psychological factors influencing buyer behavior. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit Show Notes: 00:00 The Future of Media in Home Services 02:11 Navigating Change in Marketing 04:31 Disruption and Innovation in Industries 09:50 Creating Trust Signals 13:39 The Role of AI in Marketing 17:11 Commoditization and Differentiation 19:03 The Power of Transparency 31:05 Building a Trusted Brand 37:01 The Future of Selling: Embracing Change 40:50 Self-Service Tools: Revolutionizing Buyer Experience 46:35 The Power of Pricing Estimators 52:34 Understanding Buyer Psychology 56:02 Building Trust Through Personal Connection 01:01:21 Leveraging AI for Business Growth
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Harnessing AI for Financial Insights with Mike Barnhart
05/02/2025
Harnessing AI for Financial Insights with Mike Barnhart
In this conversation, Mike Barnhart, COO and CFO of Eco Plumbers, discusses the essential role of hope in leadership, financial growth strategies, and the importance of curiosity in business. The discussion also covers customer retention through membership models, the importance of incentive plans, and effective budgeting practices. Additionally, Tommy and Mike delve into team development, the use of technology for efficiency, and managing expenses for profitability. The conversation also highlights the role of technology in improving sales processes and the necessity of effective recruitment and training to build a strong workforce. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit 00:00 The Role of Hope in Leadership 01:43 Introduction to Mike Barnhart and Eco Plumbers 02:11 Financial Growth and Strategic Planning 03:00 Greenfield vs. M&A Strategies 06:55 The Importance of Curiosity in Business 08:41 Leveraging AI for Financial Insights 10:54 Rebranding and Expanding Services 12:20 Marketing Strategies and Storytelling 15:13 Navigating Economic Challenges 16:40 Membership Models and Customer Retention 19:51 Incentive Plans and Employee Engagement 20:57 Key Performance Indicators in Business 23:06 Budgeting and Financial Planning 26:10 Top Grading and Team Development 28:55 Utilizing Technology for Efficiency 30:43 Revenue per Employee and Operational Efficiency 32:42 Managing Expenses and Profitability 36:13 Navigating Pricing Strategies for Profitability 39:20 The Importance of Reviews and Conversion Rates 41:20 Sales Techniques and Customer Engagement 46:09 Leveraging Technology for Improved Sales 51:05 Recruitment and Training for Success 55:07 Building Relationships and Networking 01:00:59 Work-Life Balance and Purpose in Business
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Mastering the Art of Franchising with Jeff Dudan
04/25/2025
Mastering the Art of Franchising with Jeff Dudan
In this episode, Jeff Dudan delves into the intricacies of franchising, emphasizing the importance of personal control and decision-making in business. He discusses the high failure rates of franchisees, the passion required for successful franchising, and the growth potential within the service industry. He also touches on the transition from being an operator to an entrepreneur, the significance of personal standards, and the quest for purpose beyond business success: the importance of community and the positive effects of successful business practices on individuals and families. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit For more information about Jeff Dudan, visit 00:00 Taking Control of Your Business and Life 02:39 The Reality of Franchising: Success and Failure 05:50 The Passion Behind Franchising 09:06 The Growth of Service Franchising 10:56 Transitioning from Operator to Entrepreneur 19:23 Finding Purpose Beyond Business 32:43 The Importance of Personal Standards and Growth 38:51 The Importance of Choosing the Right People 42:00 Navigating Franchise Business Dynamics 44:42 The Value of Long-Term Thinking in Business 48:20 Understanding Equity and Control in Deals 51:07 The Role of Leadership and Accountability 55:40 Teaching Financial Literacy and Generational Wealth 01:01:04 The Impact of Money on Relationships 01:06:11 Encouraging an Outcome-Focused Mindset 01:09:13 Celebrating Success and Community Impact
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Understanding the Complexities of the Commercial Landscape with Josh Young
04/18/2025
Understanding the Complexities of the Commercial Landscape with Josh Young
In this conversation, Josh Young discusses the challenges and successes in the commercial construction industry, focusing on business growth, leadership, and the impact of private equity. He explores the importance of pushing team members to exceed their limits, learning from mistakes, and the complexities of navigating the commercial landscape. The discussion covers strategizing for scaling businesses, restructuring profitability for sustainability, and maximizing productivity through effective time management. The conversation also delves into the role of technology and AI in business operations, the future of autonomous vehicles, and the need for education and apprenticeship programs in trades to bridge the talent gap. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit Show Notes: 00:00 Transforming Challenges into Opportunities 09:57 Navigating Growth and Leadership 20:00 The Role of Private Equity in Business Success 26:42 Performance Pay System Insights 28:09 Customer Experience and Upselling Techniques 29:46 Building Trust and Relationships in Business 31:07 The Importance of Networking and Support Systems 33:51 Choosing the Right Circle for Growth 35:30 Exploring New Markets and Business Opportunities 37:43 Revenue Goals and Business Planning 39:12 The Importance of Profitability in Business 40:56 Lead Generation Strategies 42:31 Time Management and Productivity 45:20 Leveraging AI in Business 47:23 The Future of Autonomous Vehicles 49:06 Long-Term Business Strategies 52:54 Addressing the Skills Gap in Trades
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Mastering Client Mindsets for Better Engagement with Dr. Chris Phelps
04/11/2025
Mastering Client Mindsets for Better Engagement with Dr. Chris Phelps
In this conversation, Dr. Chris Phelps shares his journey in dental marketing and the principles of influence that transformed his business. He discusses the importance of commitment within teams, understanding client mindsets, and the techniques of pre-suasion to enhance client engagement. Phelps also emphasizes the implementation of membership plans as a successful strategy in his practice, while addressing the ethical considerations of using influence in business. He also delves into the seven principles of influence, the role of scarcity in marketing, and how to optimize websites for better conversion rates. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit For more information about Dr. Chris Phelps, visit https://www.thephelpsinstitute.com/
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Unlocking the Millionaire Mindset with Brian Kaskavalciyan
04/04/2025
Unlocking the Millionaire Mindset with Brian Kaskavalciyan
In this conversation, Tommy Mello and Brian Kaskavalciyan discuss the mindset and strategies necessary for achieving success in business. Brian emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network, understanding market dynamics, and the necessity of creating a profitable business model. Additionally, Brian highlights the value of mentorship and mastermind groups in personal and professional growth, the significance of investing in oneself, and the process of building a profitable business through structured financial management. The discussion culminates in a practical exercise for listeners to reverse engineer their financial goals, ensuring they understand the lifestyle and wealth they aspire to achieve. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit For more information about Brian, visit
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Building a Business That Thrives Without You with Mike Andes
03/28/2025
Building a Business That Thrives Without You with Mike Andes
Tommy sits down with Mike Andes, CEO of Augusta Lawn and host of the Home Service Millionaire podcast. Mike discusses his journey in the landscaping industry, the challenges of franchising, and the importance of building systems in your business. They discuss the challenges faced by young entrepreneurs and the strategies for turning around struggling businesses, emphasizing the need for a mindset shift towards profitability and growth. Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit For more information about Mike, visit mikeandes.com
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From Convict to CEO - A Journey of Transformation with Weldon Long
03/21/2025
From Convict to CEO - A Journey of Transformation with Weldon Long
In this episode, Tommy talks with Weldon Long, an ex-con turned successful entrepreneur, author, and CEO. Weldon shares his journey of overcoming adversity and the powerful mindset shifts that fueled his success. They dive into essential topics such as the role of transparency in sales, understanding customer expectations, and building trust. Weldon also discusses the future of sales, the impact of mindset on personal growth, and how simple marketing techniques and storytelling can drive business success. For more information about Weldon Long, visit Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit
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The Path to Meaningful Change with JD Ploetz
03/14/2025
The Path to Meaningful Change with JD Ploetz
In this episode, JD Ploetz, a long-time area manager at Tommy’s company, shares his journey as a seasoned leader and manager, growth, leadership, and overcoming challenges in the trades industry. JD reflects on his early days as a technician and the evolution of his role into management, eventually overseeing multiple locations. He opens up about the struggles of managing people, balancing business growth, and the importance of leadership in creating a successful team culture. JD also discusses his recent book, Nothing Changes When Nothing Changes, which highlights actionable advice on personal development, time management, and financial responsibility. He shares how these principles have transformed his own life and how he’s using them to mentor his team and help them navigate not only their careers but also their personal challenges. This episode is packed with insights on leadership, personal growth, and the power of building trust within a team. You can purchase JD’s new book here! Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit freedomevent.com
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The Art of Building Trust in Marketing with John Jantsch
03/07/2025
The Art of Building Trust in Marketing with John Jantsch
In this episode, Tommy speaks with John Jantsch, a marketing expert and founder of Duct Tape Marketing, about the critical role of marketing in small business success. John is an expert at creating marketing strategies, building trust with customers, and creating tailored marketing systems for small and large businesses. In this episode, John provides actionable strategies for generating leads and retaining customers through effective sales training and referral systems, and gives his advice on how to adapt to the future of AI in marketing. For more information about John and his company, you can visit ducttapemarketing.com Don’t forget to register for Tommy’s event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy’s billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market in 2025. For more details visit freedomevent.com
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Staying Competitive by Adopting AI to Optimize Efficiency
02/28/2025
Staying Competitive by Adopting AI to Optimize Efficiency
Boris Valkov is the Co-Founder & CEO at Lace, and a technology leader with expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning. With a background in engineering leadership at top tech companies, he is dedicated to bringing AI-driven solutions to the home service industry. His work focuses on optimizing call center operations, improving booking rates, and helping businesses unlock new growth opportunities through data-driven decision-making. In this episode, we talked about common call center challenges, automation, marketing ROI…
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Q&A With Tommy - Stop Trading Time for Money: How to Build a Self-Sustaining Business
02/21/2025
Q&A With Tommy - Stop Trading Time for Money: How to Build a Self-Sustaining Business
Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about lead generation, delegation, financial intelligence…
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Hustle vs. Leadership: The Right Moves that Change Everything for Your Business
02/14/2025
Hustle vs. Leadership: The Right Moves that Change Everything for Your Business
DJ Carroll is the CEO of Carroll Media. He is an expert on sales psychology and advertising strategy, focused on helping others achieve their business goals. As an author and speaker, he travels the country motivating and training entrepreneurs in social media strategies and how to make the most of their advertising budget. In this episode, we talked about employee support, AI integration in business, profitability strategies...
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Building a Winning Culture: Lessons from a Former Addict and Elite Athlete
02/07/2025
Building a Winning Culture: Lessons from a Former Addict and Elite Athlete
Tony Hoffman is the Founder of PH Wellness, a drug and alcohol addiction treatment facility in Southern California. After being released from prison in 2008, Tony overcame his addiction and achieved significant milestones as a former BMX Elite Pro, including placing 2nd at the 2016 World Championships. In this episode, we talked about mental health, addiction recovery, habits...
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Re-Air: Buying Back Your Time with Dan Martell
01/31/2025
Re-Air: Buying Back Your Time with Dan Martell
This week we're re-airing an episode from 2023 with business LEGEND Dan Martell. Dan Martell is the founder and CEO of SaaS Academy. He is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and coach who has helped thousands of entrepreneurs worldwide build successful businesses. He is passionate about helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals and has consequently developed a range of resources to support them, including his podcast, "The Martell Method," and his best-selling book, "Buy Back Your Time." Don't forget to register for Tommy's event, Freedom 2025! This is the event where Tommy's billion-dollar network will break down exactly how to accelerate your business and dominate your market. For more details visit
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Q&A With Tommy - Doubling Down on Core Markets and Rethinking Expansion Strategies
01/24/2025
Q&A With Tommy - Doubling Down on Core Markets and Rethinking Expansion Strategies
Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about operational efficiency, branding, team management...
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The Homegrown Advantage: Why Training From Scratch Beats Hiring Experience
01/17/2025
The Homegrown Advantage: Why Training From Scratch Beats Hiring Experience
Chris Lee and Daryl Kelly are long-time business partners and entrepreneurs, known for co-founding Solgen Power, a solar energy company that rapidly scaled to over $200 million in revenue through innovative sales strategies and operational excellence. In this episode, we talked about scaling operations, maintaining margins, long-term partnerships, home-grown talent development...
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Achieving 500% Productivity Through Flow States
01/10/2025
Achieving 500% Productivity Through Flow States
Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and a leading expert in peak performance. He is an 11-time national bestselling author, known for successful books such as “The Art of Impossible,” and “The Future is Faster Than You Think.” In this episode, we talked about the science and application of flow, recovery and energy management, motivation and goal-setting…
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Building a Team That Builds the Business: How to Recruit Strategically
01/03/2025
Building a Team That Builds the Business: How to Recruit Strategically
J.J. Levenske is the President and Co-Founder of Bleuwave, a company that provides facilities-based solutions for its clients. J.J. has over 30 years of experience in the construction and business solutions industry, and is a past board member at Vistage Worldwide, Inc., a global CEO peer advisory and executive coaching organization. He is also the host at MAC & Bleu, a podcast covering all things related to Building the Future. In this episode, we talked about team building, mergers and acquisitions, visionary leadership, enterprise value growth...
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Q&A With Tommy - Elevating Your Workforce in 2025
12/27/2024
Q&A With Tommy - Elevating Your Workforce in 2025
Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about hiring, marketing budgets, valuation…
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Don’t Go Broke Trying to Get Rich with Ryan Pineda
12/20/2024
Don’t Go Broke Trying to Get Rich with Ryan Pineda
Ryan Pineda is a successful real estate investor, entrepreneur, and author of The Wealthy Way, with over $100 million in investments and multiple thriving businesses. In this episode, we talked about wealth-life balance, personal branding, real estate market and investments, influence...
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Mastering the Art of Negotiation with Chris Voss
12/13/2024
Mastering the Art of Negotiation with Chris Voss
Chris Voss is the world's #1 Negotiation Coach and CEO at The Black Swan Group, a negotiation consultancy serving Fortune 500 companies globally. He represented the U.S. in international conferences and served as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative on the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group. In this episode, we talked about negotiation techniques, ethical influence, systems thinking...
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Breaking Down the Science of Virality with Brendan Kane
12/06/2024
Breaking Down the Science of Virality with Brendan Kane
Brendan Kane is a Managing Partner at Hook Point. He is a digital marketing expert who has been helping top brands and celebrities create viral content since 2005. Overseeing $300 million in marketing spend, he has worked with major corporations like MTV, Paramount Pictures, and IKEA, generating over $1 billion in revenue. His celebrity clients include Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Adriana Lima, for whom he crafted successful digital strategies. Brendan is also the best-selling author of “One Million Followers” and “Hook Point: How to Stand out in a 3-Second World.” In this episode, we talked about social media presence, virality, content format, organic media strategies…
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