Best Ron Floor Podcasts (2024)

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From the Lab to the Trading Floor with Erin Murphy 1:03:35

1M ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Erin Murphy is Jane Street’s first UX designer, and before that, she worked at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory building user interfaces for space missions. She’s also an illustrator with her own quarterly journal. In this episode, Erin and Ron discuss the challenge of doing user-centered design in an organization where experts are used to building…

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The Crawler Podcast Part 1 With Ore Babatunde From Uplink Robotics 29:24

1M ago29:24

29:24

Send us a Text Message. In this podcast I am joined by Oreoluwa Babatunde Co-Founder & Head of Software @ UplinkRobotics LLC John Laforme and Ore Babatunde discussed the latest developments in robotics for home inspections, including drones, rovers, crawl bots, and camera technology. They explored potential applications such as navigating tight spa…

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Hard Water And What You Need To Know With Water Specialist Ron King 26:03

2M ago26:03

26:03

Send us a Text Message. John Laforme and Ron King discuss the effects of hard water on homeowners, They emphasize the need for proper evaluation and recommendations for water treatment systems, highlighting the importance of testing water quality and evaluating plumbing system tolerance. Ron also discuss's water quality standards and regulations se…

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Doug Smaldino Says Stop Procrastinating, Buy That Home Now! 38:32

4M ago38:32

38:32

Send us a Text Message. My guest Doug Smaldino is the owner of Hillhurst Mortgage located in Los Feliz California. I purchased my home with the help of Doug and and his awesome team at Hillhurst Mortgage back in October 2022. Doug has a message for all first time home buyers! Stop Procrastinating and buy a home now! Don't worry about the rates so m…

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Electrical Panels You Need To Upgrade Now! 55:42

5M ago55:42

55:42

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I am joined by Isaac Colon the owner of Electric Brothers Co. located in Pico Rivera California. I hired Isaac to do a major electrical upgrade on my home. I found his company searching on google, I am 200% satisfied with the work they did and their professionalism before, during and after the electrical upgr…

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Why You Probably Suck At Report Writing! 26:53

5M ago26:53

26:53

Send us a Text Message. In This episode Skip Walker and I talk about home inspection report writing and you probably suck at it! Yes this means you! The report is your product and thats what your selling to your client, so consider each and every report to be your masterpiece. Fine tune your reports or risk having a potential legal issue with your …

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The Vibrant Vision of Kunst Painting: A Conversation with John Busick 43:18

6M ago43:18

43:18

Episode 19 is all about the enduring legacy of a family business that has withstood the test of time as John Busick, the fifth-generation owner of Kunst Painting, opens up about steering a historic painting company into the future. From learning how to clean deuces in the back yard for 25 cents a bucket, to a narrative rich in lessons about navigat…

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Electrical Outlets And What You Need To Know! 43:28

7M ago43:28

43:28

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I am joined by Isaac Colon the owner of Electric Brothers Co. located in Pico Rivera California. I hired Isaac to do a major electrical upgrade on my home. I found his company searching on google, I am 200% satisfied with the work they did and their professionalism before, during and after the electrical upgr…

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Planning Your Goals for a New Year // Insights with Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz 19:16

7M ago19:16

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This episode of the Beyond $1,000,000 Podcast sees industry veterans (and C4C coaches) Mike Katounas (Home Works Painting) and Rick Holtz (H.J. Holtz & Son, Inc.) return to unpack the essential steps for laying the groundwork for a prosperous new year. We tackle the art of reflection on past performances, setting ambitious yet attainable team goals…

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Underlayment's for Engineered Hardwood Flooring & Luxury Vinyl Flooring 33:52

8M ago33:52

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Send us a Text Message. Part 2: Emil Kapanadze with EKO Flooring joins me to discuss underlayment's for Engineered Hardwood flooring and Luxury Vinyl flooring. Emil explains correct installation techniques from his years of experience installing all types of flooring including correct underlayment and moisture barrier applications. Emil also gives …

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Mastering Onboarding, Training, and Team Communication // A Q&A Bonus Episode With C4C 42:47

8M ago42:47

42:47

Join us on the Beyond a Million Dollar Podcast as we engage in a compelling conversation with industry experts Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz about the transformative power of training and development in the paint contracting world. As we navigate the challenges posed by a shrinking workforce, Rick introduces us to the on-the-job training strategy at…

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From Rockstar Aspirations to Painting Success // The Entrepreneurial Journey of Ron Rice 47:05

8M ago47:05

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Listen in as we explore the intriguing journey of Ron Rice, owner of Ron Rice Painting. Discover how Ron transitioned from being an aspiring rockstar/DJ and part-time painter in college to becoming a successful painting contractor in San Diego. He opens up about the challenges he faced and the lessons learned while building his business. Ron's humi…

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From Garage Floors to Spray Guns // Chris Soule's Entrepreneurial Journey in Cabinet Painting 55:12

8M ago55:12

55:12

Listen in as I chat with Chris Soule, the ambitious entrepreneur behind Clean Cut Painting, about his remarkable transition from an auto body shop apprentice to a successful business owner in East Hampton, Connecticut. Chris's candid storytelling takes us through his initial struggles and the formative experiences that led him to venture into entre…

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Code Check Series With Skip Walker Part 1 32:21

8M ago32:21

32:21

Send us a Text Message. I am joined by home inspector Skip Walker who is also one of the co-authors of the Code Check series. Skip and I discuss report writing best practices as well as how to utilize the code check series of books. Code Check Series books are the most widely used code reference series in the U.S. Each Code Check book is a condense…

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Navigating the Sales Landscape // Carl Utter's Journey to Training the Best in Paint Contractor Sales 41:29

9M ago41:29

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Carl Utter, founder of Contractor Growth Strategy. Carl's story is both fascinating and inspiring; from a thriving musician to a starving salesman, and eventually becoming a successful sales trainer with a specialty in the painting industry. He shares his invaluable lessons from his early days of selling …

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Performance Engineering on Hard Mode with Andrew Hunter 55:34

9M ago55:34

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Andrew Hunter makes code really, really fast. Before joining Jane Street, he worked for seven years at Google on multithreaded architecture, and was a tech lead for tcmalloc, Google’s world-class scalable malloc implementation. In this episode, Andrew and Ron discuss how, paradoxically, it can be easier to optimize systems at hyperscale because of …

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Engineered Hardwood Flooring Vs. Luxury Vinyl Flooring 35:51

10M ago35:51

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Send us a Text Message. Emil Kapanadze with EKO Flooring joins me to discuss Engineered Hardwood flooring Vs. Luxury Vinyl flooring. Emil explains correct installation techniques from his years of experience installing all types of flooring including correct underlayment and moisture barrier applications. Did you know that most engineered hardwood …

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Mastering the Sales Process & KPIs: Tips from Mike Katounas, C4C Coach and Owner of Home Works Painting 46:33

10M ago46:33

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Unlock the secrets of successful sales processes for contractors with our guest, Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting. Expect to be enlightened on the nuances of pre- and post-appointment communication, the role of setting clear expectations, and how to handle customer relationships. Mike introduces us to his go-to tool, YouCanBookMe, which helps h…

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Differentiating Your Company, Team Communication, and Hiring // Listener Q&A with Mike Katounas and Rick Holtz 43:31

10M ago43:31

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Our first bonus episode! Join us as we explore what truly sets a painting company apart from the rest with C4C coaches Mike Katounas, Rick Holtz, and yours truly, Scott Lollar. We share the unique features that set Home Works Painting and H.J. Holtz and Son, Inc. apart - whether it's rigorous background checks on staff, a six-year warranty, or colo…

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? The Final Chapter With Manny Hernandez 38:10

11M ago38:10

38:10

Send us a Text Message. Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would benefit me. So does it really work? And is solar for all…

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Transforming the World of Paint Contracting: An Insightful Journey with Tom Droste, the Visionary Behind Estimate Rocket 51:31

11M ago51:31

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We're excited to have Tom Droste, co-founder of Estimate Rocket along with his wife Kathy, who took an unexpected leap from accounting into the world of software development. Prepare to be captivated by his fascinating journey, from his early interest in the burgeoning computer industry to developing his first estimating program for a humble plumbe…

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What Causes House Fires with Fire Captain James Walker 39:46

11M ago39:46

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Send us a Text Message. Fire Captain James Walker shares his 24 years of firefighting experience with us to better educate and bring awareness to common causes of home fires. Look, we all get complacent in our own homes and ignore potential fire hazards with everyday bad habits. Are you cooking dinner on the range and then going outside to watch th…

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Multiple Legal Claims Including Rihanna's Leaking Home with Attorney Greg Pyfrom 57:58

12M ago57:58

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Send us a Text Message. Home inspection attorney Greg Pyfrom is back with more legal claim discussion regarding home inspectors, home buyers and realtors. Greg shares a few ongoing legal claims with me as well as some past claims. Did you know that singer/song writer Rihanna had a major house defect claim on a home she had purchased where a major w…

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Creating a Million-Dollar Business with Kevin Wooten of Carolina Painting & Pressure Washing 1:11:56

12M ago1:11:56

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Imagine building a successful painting business from scratch, starting at your father's company and turning it into a million dollar machine. That's exactly what Kevin Wooten, owner of Carolina Painting and Pressure Cleaning, has accomplished. In our conversation, Kevin gives us a peek behind the curtain, revealing the unique business model that ha…

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? Part 3 With Manny Hernandez 26:13

12M ago26:13

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Send us a Text Message. Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would benefit me. So does it really work? And is solar for all…

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Swimming Pool Disaster With Jeff Schulte 30:53

1y ago30:53

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Send us a Text Message. Pool Inspector/contractor extraordinaire Jeff Schulte is this episodes guest, Jeff shares his experience with a recently built built pool by an unknown pool contractor that has completely failed. This below ground pool has multiple major cracks in it and the pool cannot be repaired. This pool will need to be completely remov…

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A Poet's Guide to Product Management with Peter Bogart-Johnson 1:02:17

1y ago1:02:17

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Peter Bogart-Johnson was one of Jane Street’s first program managers, and helped bring the art of PMing—where that “P” variously stands for “project,” “product,” or some blend of the two—to the company at large. He’s also a poet and the editor of a literary magazine. In this episode, Peter and Ron discuss the challenge of gaining trust as an outsid…

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Unlocking Human Behavior for Better Hiring and Stronger Relationships with Art Snarzyk 47:19

1y ago47:19

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---Click here to purchase an platinum assessment and enter code "ASSESSMENT50" to receive 50% off 1 assessment per company--- Ever wondered how understanding people’s behavior can change the dynamics of your business? Today we are privileged to have Art Snarzyk, a certified behavioral analyst, and founder of InnerView Advisors, who explains the nua…

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Attorney Allan B. Gelbard Explains Trademark and how it may affect your business. 22:29

1y ago22:29

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Send us a Text Message. Todays guest is attorney at law Allan B. Gelbard Esq. Allan has been practicing copyright/trademark cases for about 27 years. Allan explains what trademark means and how it may affect you and your business. A trademark is a type of intellectual property that helps to protect your brand by distinguishing it from competitors. …

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? Part 2 With Manny Hernandez 27:26

1y ago27:26

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Send us a Text Message. Part 2 with Manny Hernandez from Solar Service Professionals. Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar …

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HVAC Contractor Dean Gilford Answers FAQ for Home Owners Part 2 29:39

1y ago29:39

29:39

Send us a Text Message. Heating & Cooling Contractor and owner of Kilowatt HVAC Dean Gilford Answers FAQ For Home Owners: Part Two Dean offers 30 plus years of heating and cooling experience installing retro fit upgrades for existing homes. Dean and I answer frequently asked questions from our everyday customers to help current and future home owne…

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Attorney Allan B. Gelbard Explains Copyright and how it may affect your business. 24:29

1y ago24:29

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Send us a Text Message. Todays guest is attorney at law Allan B. Gelbard Esq. Allan has been practicing copyright cases for about 27 years. Allan explains what copyright means and how it may affect you and your business. Copyright is a type of intellectual property that protects original works of authorship as soon as an author fixes the work in a …

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From Painter to Multi-Million Dollar Business Owner: John Neubert's Journey to Success in the Painting Industry 54:18

1y ago54:18

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Can you imagine building a multi-million dollar painting business without the help of YouTube, social media, or influencers? John Neubert, owner of Neubert Painting in Brook Park, Ohio, did just that and he's here to share his incredible journey. From starting out as a painter to earning his MBA and transitioning into a business owner and sales man…

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Is Home Solar For Everyone? Part 1 With Manny Hernandez 34:33

1y ago34:33

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Send us a Text Message. Is home solar for everyone? Or is solar just snake oil? I have not been sold on solar because of past conversations with solar contractors and realtors as well as home owners. As of now no one has explained solar to me in a way i could understand it and how solar would benefit me. So does it really work? And is solar for all…

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Transforming a Struggling Business into a Profitable Venture // Phil VanderLaan of PMV Custom Finishes 33:38

1y ago33:38

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Discover the secrets to transforming your business and skyrocketing your profits in our fascinating conversation with Phil VanderLaan, owner of PMV Custom Finishes in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We discuss Phil's inspiring journey, from his time at college in Grand Rapids to founding and growing his own successful painting company. You'll learn about navi…

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How to Apply For A Building Permit In Burbank 24:37

1y ago24:37

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast I discuss how to apply for a building permit in burbank California. I explain how to start the process to obtain your building permit, do not start your demolition until you have your permit in your hands or you may risk being fined. Website link to Burbank Building & Safety Division https://www.burbankca.gov…

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The Future of Programming with Richard Eisenberg 59:37

1+ y ago59:37

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Richard Eisenberg is one of the core maintainers of Haskell. He recently joined Jane Street’s Tools and Compilers team, where he hacks on the OCaml compiler. He and Ron discuss the powerful language feature that got him into PL design in the first place—dependent types—and its role in a world where AIs can (somewhat) competently write your code for…

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Embracing The Holtz Way: A Multi-Million Dollar Story // Rick Holtz of H.J. Holtz & Son, Inc. 46:06

1+ y ago46:06

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rick Holtz, the third-generation owner of H.J. Holtz & Son, and newest coach with the Consulting4Contractors team. We uncover the secrets of transforming a family business from a $300,000 company to a multi-million-dollar organization employing over 60 people. You won't want to miss this insightful journey…

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Keeping Busy When You're Slow, Marketing, And Our Thoughts on Backlogs // Q&A with Mike Katounas 25:25

1+ y ago25:25

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In this episode, Scott and Mike dig into a couple more questions they receive from their own coaching clients, and other contractors. In this episode, you'll hear their thoughts on: How to plan for when your schedule starts to thin out What a good "backlog" looks like from their vantage points (it's not what you might think) Leveraging customer fle…

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HVAC Contractor Dean Gilford Answers FAQ For Home Owners: Part 1 29:39

1+ y ago29:39

29:39

Send us a Text Message. Heating & Cooling Contractor and owner of Kilowatt HVAC Dean Gilford Answers FAQ For Home Owners: Part One Dean offers 30 plus years of heating and cooling experience installing retro fit upgrades for existing homes. Dean and I answer frequently asked questions from our everyday customers to help current and future home owne…

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New Home 120 Day Recap of What It Cost Me So Far. 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode i talk about my repairs and costs being in my new house now for just over 120 days. I want to share this experience because some of you may be in the process of moving into a new home so sharing my realistic costs may be helpful to you. List of expenses: Locksmith Movers Plumbing Water pressure Siding Sewer C…

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Hiring Subs and Project Managers // Q&A with Mike Katounas of Home Works Painting 19:37

1+ y ago19:37

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If you've ever wondered whether hiring our subcontractors is the right thing to do, or whether having a project manager within your business makes sense or not, then our first Q&A episode with Scott & Mike is a must-listen! Scott & Mike will cover: Best practices when it comes to hiring out subs Where they find the best subs for their companies How…

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Home Owner Maintenance Tips With Realtor Lauren DiMeo 1:36:16

1+ y ago1:36:16

1:36:16

Send us a Text Message. Lauren DiMeo explains the importance of loan pre approval before you look for a home. Don't waste everyones time searching for a home without pre approval its pointless. Lauren also shares an interesting ice maker story. Lauren & I discuss common home maintenance tips for current and future home owners. If you live in a home…

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Sewer Lateral Camera Inspection Limitations Explained with Chuck Lambert 1:19:56

1+ y ago1:19:56

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode 37 I am joined by Chuck Lambert of Sunrise Inspection Services & Orange County Sewer Inspections. Chuck had some constructive criticism of a sewer video i posted on facebook so he reached out to me and shared some great information from his experience inspecting sewer lateral pipes. In return i invite…

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MMA Referee Michael Bell And I Discuss Investment Properties and MMA 1:29:31

1+ y ago1:29:31

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Send us a Text Message. Mixed Martial Arts Referee Michael Bell And I Discuss Investment Properties and his experiences as an MMA referee and Judge. I have inspected one of Michaels potential investments back in 2020 before the pandemic hit home. Michael breaks down why he walked away from this property and found himself investing out of state. Mic…

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Invest In Your Team and Quit Trying To Be Superman // Mark Black of Men In White Painting 44:54

1+ y ago44:54

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Consulting 4 Contractors is so glad to welcome Mark Black, owner of Men In White Painting, to the podcast. Mark started Men In White, located in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, after a few "false starts" in the painting industry. We admire Mark, not only for his vision of what's possible, but his determination, humility, and not trying to do everything on hi…

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Christmas Special - Come and give me a kiss babe I’ve got some shit on a stick… 1:15:20

1+ y ago1:15:20

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This week it’s just the three of us in a very special Christmas episode. We cover it all, from the build up to the shopping and the day itself. We chat about our favourite films, presents, tunes and traditions and attempt to answer the important questions like when the hell are you allowed to open the Christmas Pringles? Plus find out why Aled’s st…

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'Steve' - (Apparently) I’m under the column of moral turpitude 1:15:42

1+ y ago1:15:42

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Joining us this week is…let’s call him…Steve. Steve wishes to remain anonymous as his incredible story involves a stretch in prison 20 years ago for conspiracy to defraud major financial institutions. These days things are a little different as he’s completely reformed and recently finished his Masters in comedy writing. We chat to him about his ea…

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Do Home Inspectors Inspect Their Own Homes? Or Do They Hire Other Inspectors? 53:27

1+ y ago53:27

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered if home inspectors actually inspect their own homes they buy? I just bought a house and YES! I inspected it myself. So maybe you are wondering if I inspected my home any differently than I do for paying clients? Well, No I inspected my house the exact same way I do for all my clients. In this podcast I…

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Cutting Room Floor - There’s nothing worse than a flaccid soldier is there? 52:36

1+ y ago52:36

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We’ve got a special bonus edition for you this week. A collection of cutting room floor material that never made any episodes. There’s no guests, just us three, and it’s jam packed with chat about all sorts. Like toasters, Wimpy, IKEA, bingo, soap for your balls and a confession about our drinking habits. Plus find out what Aled’s addicted to, why …

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