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Tiling Connect is a podcast designed to share relevant technical information to enhance the quality of tiling in Australia, New Zealand and worldwide. My mission is to assist tilers, builders, tile or tool shops and consumers by connecting them with the best industry knowledge to achieve excellent quality and profitable tile projects. I will discuss tile installation methods, tools, equipment, and materials selection, how to achieve quality outcomes for your business, and everything related ...
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Creating a design concept for a kitchen or remodeling an outdated bathroom requires an understanding of the products and services available to those looking to undertake such a project. The ProSource Podcast breaks down the home remodeling industry and highlights the merchandise and experience that it requires to achieve your vision. Join ProSource Director of Digital Marketing Content Kevin Devine, as he speaks with those who facilitate the ideal project and offer valuable information for h ...
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Floor Academy - Helping flooring, tile and stone contractors own an asset

Kyle Hedin - Speaker, Mastermind Facilitator, Writer, Content Creator, Business Therapist, and Contractor

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Floor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking. Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business adve ...
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Talk'n Tile

Frankie Martinez

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In this Podcast we are talkin all things tile. If you're in the tile industry, work with people who are, or would like to learn more about it...this podcast is for you!!! We've got great conversations with interior designers talking about the latest tile trends and inspirations, to chats with other tile contractors, industry leaders, discussions about what's hot in new installation products, and my personal passion ...tile education for the next generation! We are currently a monthly podcast ...
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Tile Trends x Tile Club is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends in tile, real estate and interior design. Hosted by industry experts, this show covers everything from popular new designs and materials, to expert tips on installation and maintenance. With monthly interviews featuring leading professionals in the design industry, you’ll be sure to come away with the knowledge you need to create stunning, high-quality tiled surfaces. Don’t miss out on ...
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The Hardscape is the ultimate podcast for contractors looking to elevate their game in the world of hardscaping. From mastering the latest installation techniques to staying ahead of industry trends, the Hardscape Huddle is your trusted resource for all things hardscape construction. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, we've got the tools and tips to help you build your business and exceed your clients' expectations.
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Beyond the Belt

hosted by.....Michael Whalen

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A construction and building trades podcast. Discussing the opportunities and challenges that are involved in working in the construction industry that goes beyond doing the physical work.
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Welcome to Dino Plumbing & Service Pros, the premier plumbing, HVAC, and electrical contractor located in the heart of St. George, UT. Catering to both residential and commercial clients, we set the industry standard with our unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Boasting over 42 years of combined personal experience within our core team, we possess the expertise required to solve even the most challenging of service issues. At Dino Plumbing & Service Pros, we stand out ...
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Looking for a way to stay ahead in the competitive tile, masonry, and hardscaping industries? Join industry experts Sarah Williams and Paul Guth each week as they bring you powerful interviews around innovation, education, and community from the experts in the field who are dealing with your same challenges. If you want to learn how to beat your competition and grow your business, then this show is for you! Join our FB group, check out our Instagram, and visit our brand new website at iqpowe ...
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The path for the professional cleaning & restoration business owner isn’t easy or defined. Frustration is common and the next steps aren’t always clear. Host Dane Gregory has over 35 years of experience in every level of the residential and commercial cleaning industries. A past IICRC President, world-class instructor, and business mentor, Dane shares insights on business management, mindset coaching, and technical advice for cleaning business owners, managers, and technicians. Whether the s ...
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Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous. Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We've got a host for th ...
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Prosteam Carpet Cleaning is a locally family owned and operated business. We have over 20 years experience in the cleaning industry and provide a variety of services including carpet and rug cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, and upholstery cleaning. Our award winning cleaning services have made us the company preferred by homeowners, property managers, offices managers and restaurant operators in the greater Tulsa area since 2009.
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Floor Focus, and our website Floor Daily, is the oldest and most trusted flooring magazine. Our market research, strategic analysis and fashion coverage of the flooring business provides retailers, designers, architects, contractors, building owners, suppliers and other industry professionals the information they need to achieve greater success.
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A groundbreaking platform that is reshaping the narrative on construction. Our podcast is dedicated to championing best practices, offering expert analysis, conducting insightful interviews, and providing valuable product recommendations based on real-life industry experience in the Home Building and Remodeling Industries. At The Home Building and Remodeling Show, we are on a mission to drive positive change within the home building and remodeling industry, which in turn affects everyone wor ...
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Houston Roofer

Trueworks Roofing™

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Houston Roofer is a show about the roofing industry hosted by Trueworks Roofing, a Houston roofing company and contractor that shares educational content about roofing, and brings the Houston community together to educate the audience about making informed decisions when it comes to roof replacement and repair.
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NeoConversations takes you inside the heart of NeoCon, the premier event for the commercial interior design industry. This year, Avi Rajagopal, editor in chief of METROPOLIS, steps in as the host to capture all the dynamic happenings of the world's largest architecture and design event. Join him as he navigates the vast landscape of NeoCon, engaging with veteran attendees, panel moderators, and CEU experts. These conversations peel back the layers of the event, providing both new and returni ...
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The “Service Without Excuses” Podcast with Rob M Lyon is based on building, growing, owning, and running a number of service businesses with sales in excess of 35 million dollars collectively. As a lifetime entrepreneur in the Northeastern United States markets such as Northeast Pennsylvania, NYC, Long Island, Ny and The New Jersey Metro region over the past 20 years. Currently I run newjerseysbest.com a full service business multi-truck firm serving the Residential & Commercial sectors in C ...
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Welcome to Fine Home Talks! Join Hosts Dave and Sarah Perrotti as they share experiences and stories from their years of work in the home industry, as well as welcome guests from across Connecticut and New England. Dave Perrotti is the owner of Fine Home Contracting and an Amazon Bestseller for his guidebook on FHA203k Renovation Loans. As a contractor and home improvement expert for over 20 years, Dave leverages his experience to help homeowners and residents make the most informed choices ...
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Terrazzo is an excellent building material that has stood the test of time and works well in both commercial and residential situations. Terrazzo flooring is a composite material made up of chips of marble, quartz, granite or other stone ground to the right size and then mixed with a cement binder. The result is strong enough to be used as flooring or wall covering in homes, businesses and even public spaces like parks or shopping malls.
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! Summary: In this episode, Rudy covers two distinct but equally important topics. The show kicks off with an important news update on the Biolab fire that occurred on September 30, 2024, in Conyers, Georgia. Rudy discusses the impact of the fire, the ongoing investigation by the Che…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Wayne and Steve dive into the critical topic of water testing for swimming pools. Wayne breaks down which water tests are the most important for maintaining optimal pool health, emphasizing the essential ones like pH, chlorine, alkalini…
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Send us a text Just because you can set a tile, hand sew a seam, or properly sand and finish a floor to perfection, does not mean you are good at business. Often times we think because we are great craftspeople that those skills mean we are good at our business. If that was the case, why are there constantly contractors from all fields asking how m…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette dive into the critical topic of cleaning up a pool after a hurricane. They focus on the essential steps pool service professionals must take to ensure the pool is safe, clean, and operational following the aftermath …
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Vanities are an essential part of the bathroom. Their utility with the sink and the storage solutions they provide make them a mainstay in bathroom design. Alison Gibson, interior designer, ProSource member and owner of AMG Interiors, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of vanities within the interior design of bathrooms. They discuss vanit…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Peter and Lee delve into the topic of new hire training. Peter shares his experience of hiring a young woman who has little to no experience in pool service. He expresses his preference for hiring individuals with minimal prior experien…
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Ever wondered how a scorching childhood in Southern Utah and a receding hairline could lead to a revolutionary hat design? Join us as Cameron from Cam's Caps shares his heartfelt journey of turning personal challenges into innovative solutions. From embarrassing early prototypes to creating hats with unique three-layer padding that combat sweat and…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! Episode Overview: In this episode, Rudy Stankowitz kicks off Friday's show by sharing his personal experience with Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that recently hit Florida, causing widespread damage and flooding. Rudy recounts how the storm tore through his own backyard, dama…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode, Wayne and Steve dive into the crucial topic of Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance, explaining why it's essential for pool service companies and expert witnesses alike. They begin by highlighting how E&O insurance protects businesses from claims of negligence or ina…
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Send us a text How much does your workman’s comp cost you? What are you classifying your employees as? What are you subs classified as? Did you know that core tasks dictate classification and different classes have different rates? Someone in the field using dangerous power tools will cost you far more than someone in an office sitting at a compute…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette dive into Andrea’s personal experience with anxiety and how it led her to believe she was on the verge of being fired. The conversation touches on the mental and emotional challenges of working in pool service, highl…
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Send us a text Join Kyle and Aidan from Staffa Stone as they sits down with Dan Pestretto, a third-generation horticulturist and passionate landscape business owner. In this episode, Dan shares his insights on the importance of understanding the environment and the clients’ needs, and how photorealistic 3D renderings can elevate the design process.…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Peter, Lee, and Shane dive into the complexities of swimming pool heaters, covering the good, the bad, and the ugly. They start by discussing the benefits of modern heaters, including efficiency, performance, and the convenience they of…
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Have you ever wondered how the art of tattooing has evolved from impulsive late-night decisions to meticulously planned masterpieces? Join us as we explore this transformation with our special guest, Charlotte, a passionate tattoo artist who has navigated a diverse career path to find her true calling. Charlotte shares her captivating journey into …
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz discusses important updates in the pool industry, including Fluidra's acquisition and the PHTA's support for the Swim Act. He delves into the impact of sulfate levels in pool water, explaining how they can damage pool eq…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode, Wayne and Steve dive deep into the intricacies of securing and managing pool service contracts with government agencies. Steve begins by sharing his experience navigating the often complex and bureaucratic processes involved in bidding for contracts at the municipa…
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Send us a text In this episode, we are grateful to have spoken with Trevor Schwenke, CEO of WorldSkills Australia, Liam Cochrane of Construction Training Fund (WorldSkills Australia Volunteer) and Jacob Dixon, National Australian Champion for Tiling. WorldSkills has enabled young people to showcase their trade skills and talents since 1981. Their s…
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Send us a text When are you big enough to get a second location? What are the challenges behind it? How do you manage two teams? There are a lot of things to make happen so that you can be successful. From dialing in sales processes to expanding your marketing in to a new area there is a lot to consider. Chris Rogers is the owner of Wally’s Carpet …
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette recount their week spent out in the field, tackling various challenges while servicing pools. The episode is full of stories about the highs and lows of the job, from funny moments to technical problems they encounte…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this Talking Pools Podcast episode, Peter, Lee, and Shane explore the advantages of employing virtual receptionists, emphasizing the importance of matching accents to the region served. They discuss how having an Australian virtual receptionist for Australian companies, and a Ne…
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Unlock the secrets of fostering a vibrant local business community as we sit down with Aungie Webb, a passionate small business owner and the mastermind behind the Southern Utah Funday Market. Ever wondered how a simple conversation can turn into a bustling hub for local vendors? Aungie shares her inspiring journey from starting her handcrafted bod…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode, Rudy dives into two key topics: the rising issue of Concrete Cancer (also known as Alkali-Silica Reactivity or ASR) in swimming pools and how to create an effective blog for your pool service business that not only attracts readers but keeps them coming back for mo…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Wayne and Steve explore the concept of "local summers" or "False Fall," where locals close their pools on Labor Day regardless of the temperature. Steve discusses the intricacies of securing contracts with corporate properties and gover…
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Send us a text How do you manage your time in your business? How do you manage all the different hats you have to wear? Sales, installation, scheduling, finance, and marketing are just a few of them and they all require a different skillset. What if there was a better way to free up time where you could automate some of the processes as part of bei…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this mysterious episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea teams up with her mother, Paulette, for a conversation that's bound to keep everyone on the edge of their seats. Andrea has kept the subject of this episode completely under wraps—nobody knows what they discuss, and it…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, hosts Peter, Shane, and Lee dive into the ongoing debate of "replace it versus fix it" within the pool industry. As new products continue to emerge, they emphasize the importance of checking parts availability and performance before off…
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Ever wondered what it’s like to balance the unpredictable world of service work with the joys and challenges of fatherhood? Join us for an engaging episode where we welcome Viliami Ruiz, a seasoned plumber and devoted father of two. Viliami's candid tales from the plumbing world range from humorous bidet installation misadventures to heartwarming s…
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dave Pfeiffer, owner of Pfeifer Accounting Services, to discuss the essentials of managing your business finances. Whether you're a small business owner or an entrepreneur just starting out, Dave shares his expert insights on critical financial practices, including staying on top of your books, payin…
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Send us a text In this episode of "Designing Your Outdoor Oasis," we sit down with Dennis Mark from Keller Williams Realty to explore the transformative power of investing in your backyard hardscape design. Dennis, a seasoned real estate expert, shares his insights on how a well-planned hardscape can boost your property’s value and enhance your out…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, host Rudy Stankowitz covers a wide range of topics that pool professionals won't want to miss. Rudy begins with a viral video involving pool vodka dosing, dissecting the science behind it and whether it holds any merit. He explains the …
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Wayne and Steve dive into the serious and often overlooked issue of electrocutions in swimming pools. They emphasize the importance of proper electrical safety measures in and around pools, explaining that faulty wiring, poor grounding,…
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Send us a text Do you sell installations or do you sell an experience? Answering that one question can quickly help you differentiate your company from the competition. What makes an install an experience? When does it start? What’s included? Is it really different than what the competition is doing? Reggie Burke of Bayview Flooring in Port Angeles…
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Send us a text We are grateful to speak with Dave Moore and Tony Meshouris from The Tile Depot in New Zealand in this episode. The Tile Depot was established in 1995 and has since grown into one of the largest importers and retailers of quality tiles in New Zealand. Their growth and success have stemmed from offering a wide selection of importer-pr…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In this lively and unpredictable episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea and Paulette dive into a mix of wild stories, strange occurrences, and practical pool issues. The episode kicks off with Andrea venting about her ongoing battle with a difficult property manager. He const…
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Ever wondered what it takes to turn a family business into a thriving enterprise? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with David, Brad, and Brian from Prestige Carpet and Tile Care as they share their journey from humble beginnings in Northern Utah to becoming leaders in the carpet cleaning industry. You'll hear Brian recount an unforgettable clea…
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Got a question or a topic you'd like us to talk about? Text me Now! In the episode where Peter, Lee, and Shane discuss watching costs and hidden fees, they likely emphasize the importance of closely monitoring expenses in a pool service business. They might talk about how costs can quickly add up in unexpected ways, such as through hidden fees for …
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