Best Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver Podcasts (2024)

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Get Ready For A New Season 17:18

12M ago17:18

17:18

We have reached the end of the line – this is the last episode for Blue Collar Culture. But fret not, because Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver have so much more in store in the future! Tune in as they talk about two new podcasts, an upcoming mastermind, and a new book. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://bluecollarculture.com/…

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Get Out Of The Weeds & Act Like An Owner With Adriane Woodrum 19:45

1y ago19:45

19:45

Most business owners don't know how to read financial statements and only rely on their bookkeepers to do everything. If you want to run a well-oiled business, owner involvement must start from the top. Do not only focus on the bottom line and let others take care of the nitty gritty without proper supervision. This means you have to sit down with …

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Why Your Current Marketing Sucks With Brittany Murphy 27:10

1y ago27:10

27:10

Marketing strategies can dictate either a triumphant success of a business or a tragic waste of resources. The worst part is that most businesses with poor marketing decisions don’t realize they are doing something wrong until it’s too late! That’s why in this episode, Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver talk to Brittany Murphy, a Partner at One Thing …

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The WSR Is Your #1 Growth Tool With Bryan Kaplan 23:47

1y ago23:47

23:47

Everyone wants to drive their business to success. Good thing we have so many tools at our disposal that could help us achieve that. But what is the best one out there? In this episode, Bryan Kaplan of Construction Consulting shares his wealth of knowledge in explaining the number one growth tool that drives many organizations to success: the Weekl…

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Innovate Your Business In Two Steps With Carla Johnson 34:33

1y ago34:33

34:33

What really is innovation? And what does it take for an innovative idea to be formed? In today’s episode, Carla Johnson shares how a business can effectively innovate in two steps! Carla is a global keynote speaker, a best-selling author, and a recognized marketing and innovation strategist that has worked with Fortune 500 brands. Tune in and learn…

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Steward Your Business To Growth With Justin Carrol 26:41

1+ y ago26:41

26:41

If business leaders take good care of their employees, they will most likely return the favor by performing at their best. This healthy reciprocation leads to a rewarding company culture and significant business growth. In this conversation with Justin Carrol of P1 Service Group, he discusses the importance of looking after your team even beyond th…

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Working With And Not Against Each Other With Sue Dyer 35:39

1+ y ago35:39

35:39

Did you know that construction is the only industry in the United States that, for 53 years, has decreased in productivity points every year? That is happening because they tend not to depend on one another. Construction needs to be built in a high-trust environment if you want success. Join Ryan Englin as he talks to the author of the #2 Wall Stre…

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How To Be A Present Entrepreneur With Jordan Abaroa 30:11

1+ y ago30:11

30:11

Sometimes your business ends up consuming more time than you would like. It's hard to be a present entrepreneur – one that balances being an entrepreneur and a provider of the family. But it's not impossible. Finding time for those family vacations and those business meetings are key to a successful life. The most important impact that you will eve…

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$50,000,000 Per Year In Revenue In Only 2 Hours Per Week With John Akhoian 21:57

1+ y ago21:57

21:57

Most people work in the business and not on their business. That's how they get stuck and can't grow. People think that they can be rich by just having their own home service business. That is so far from the truth. You actually have to work for it. Set up goals and plan around things that'll move the needle for you. Start being proactive, not reac…

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Keep 12% More Revenue With This One Trick With Kyle Hunt 30:00

1+ y ago30:00

30:00

Did you know that you can keep more revenue without changing prices or cutting costs with just one trick? Kyle Hunt says that the most important thing you can do for your business is knowing your numbers. By doing so, you can maintain up to 12% more of your profit than if you just kept your numbers up in the air. Kyle is the owner and podcast host …

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Double Your Close Rates With Zac Garside 26:07

1+ y ago26:07

26:07

What if we told you the secret to doubling your close rates starts with that first phone call? That's right! Your business's customer service representatives have a bigger hand in crafting a positive customer experience and driving more sales than you think. Here to share his vast insight on the matter is Zac Garside, CEO of Power Selling Pros. Zac…

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Date Your Clients With Mark Young 35:10

1+ y ago35:10

35:10

We all have relationships that we get into that require communication, setting expectations, and commitment and the employee-employer relationship is no different. Today's guest has identified parallels and creatively conceptualized a metaphor between dating and building client relationships. Mark Young is the CEO of Ryze Agency and author of Date …

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Inspiring Your Team To Connect With Your Mission With Tony Martignetti 29:53

1+ y ago29:53

29:53

If you want to inspire your team to work harder and better, you need to give them a mission that they align with. Make them know that they are creating meaningful work. No one wants to do something without any greater purpose behind that. As a leader, it's your job to want to make sure that you understand your people. Start having honest conversati…

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Only 100 Pennies To Transform Your Culture With Alex Freytag 29:39

1+ y ago29:39

29:39

As a business owner, you want to create the best possible work culture for your employees. One way to do that is by being transparent on the financial side of things. Start educating your employees about the business and what makes and doesn't make a profit. Because when employees have the right information, culture just gets better on all fronts. …

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Building a Team of Service Technicians Who Can Sell With Chris Fresh 26:29

1+ y ago26:29

26:29

If you're struggling to get more sales and want to increase your business's revenue and profitability, you've come to the right place. Joining us on today's episode to share tips on how to build a team who can sell and scale your business is Chris Fresh, Founder and CEO of The Plumbing Sales Coach. We will talk about things that transcend the servi…

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Get Your Employees To Care As Much As You Do With Dane Sanders 27:17

1+ y ago27:17

27:17

We all know that not every job will be our dream job. But that doesn't mean we can't find ways to love our current jobs. But how can leaders help employees love theirs? That is what Dane Sanders, Co-Founder and CEO of Tell Me Your Dreams, speaks about today. Dane helps business owners build cultures their teams love. At Tell Me Your Dreams, Dane in…

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Old School Thinking is Causing Your People to Leave 35:03

1+ y ago35:03

35:03

Employee retention has always been an issue, and recruiters aren't solving the issue. The COVID-19pandemic only accelerated the retention problem that companies are facing today. So how can managers reduce unnecessary employee turnover? That's the question today's guest, Cara Silletto, will answer. Join Ryan Englin as he talks to Cara, the Presiden…

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The 5 P's Of An Amazing Business With Pete Mohr 27:54

1+ y ago27:54

27:54

There are a myriad reasons for business failure. As an entrepreneur, you have to acquire the knowledge and skills to run your business smoothly. Things are very unpredictable, and your plans may not succeed, but you still have to keep going. You must also be aware of factors affecting your products or services. What are the key elements of a succes…

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Recruit Better & Sell Better With A Brand Story With Philip St. Jacques 22:17

2y ago22:17

22:17

The marketing and branding of your company impacts so much more than just sales. Marketing for existing customers, new customers, and technicians are all connected. In this episode, Philip St. Jacques of WorkWave explains the importance of building your brand story in the recruitment process. Join host Ryan Englin as he chats with Philip about why …

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Change Your Results With This Single Shift with David Taylor-Klaus 28:02

2y ago28:02

28:02

Work-life balance isn’t as simple as separating work from personal life. Balancing both aspects of your life would only be successful if you learn how to make them work together. David Taylor-Klaus shatters the very concept of work-life balance for us in this conversation with Ryan Englin. David discusses how a single shift in a leader’s mindset ca…

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Why Marketing Should Run Your Hiring Process With Jason Piasecki And Richard Witham 29:37

2y ago29:37

29:37

When talking about a company's hiring process, the HR department comes to mind. If you face some challenges when acquiring and retaining people, perhaps you need to try a refreshing strategy. Featured in this episode is Jason Piasecki, a Partner and the CEO of Revel. He discusses the benefits of letting marketers run your recruitment process. Joini…

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Attract Talent With The TikTok For HVAC With Aaron Salow 23:34

2y ago23:34

23:34

Finding and attracting good people in the trades is a challenge right now. New technology is emerging, and today’s guest has figured out how to use it to solve this problem. Aaron Salow is the Founder/CEO of XOi Technologies, which helps contractors overcome the skilled trades gap using tech and data. He joins Ryan Englin to explain the gap and how…

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Blue Is The New White With Josh Zolin 27:03

2y ago27:03

27:03

It's no secret that there is a labor shortage in the trades and it’s no secret that a lot of the younger generation has turned away from it. There are so many things stacked against employers right now that make it a lot harder for them to make the next generation excited about getting into the trades. The CEO of Windy City Equipment, Josh Zolin, t…

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Bulletproof Your Business With These Five People With Tersh Blissett 35:59

2y ago35:59

35:59

Without these five crucial people, you can’t bulletproof your business. Ryan Englin welcomes Tersh Blissett, the Founder of Service Emperor and Host of the Service Business Mastery Podcast. To make your business succeed, you need to have these five as your best friends: bookkeeper, insurance guy, lawyer, banker, and mentor. To make this strategy wo…

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A Better Way To Pay Techs With Ellen Rohr 40:22

2y ago40:22

40:22

“If you got into the trade because you love the trade, then that is a big plus, but the money is a whole different ball game.” That’s one of the biggest things that Ellen Rohr learned after a long and fruitful career in the service business. Ellen went from a plumber’s wife to one of America's top experts on making big money, but the journey wasn’t…

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Control Your Mindset And Control Your Cash With Rachel Marshall And Bruce Wehner 36:58

2y ago36:58

36:58

Sustainable business growth takes time and a lot of effort. You have to focus on the key concepts that are critical to your organization. How do you know what strategies you need to formulate and what areas to develop? In this episode, Rachel Marshall and Bruce Wehner, the founders of The Money Advantage, share the importance of solving the right p…

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Trevor Rappleye: Improve Your Hiring With One Simple Video 26:16

2y ago26:16

26:16

Looking for creative ways to improve your hiring? This episode has the answers you need! Trevor Rappleye is the CEO of CorporateFilming.com and FranchiseFilming.com. He helps brands create inspiring monthly videos that drive sales, franchise development, and recruitment. Trevor joins host Ryan Englin to debunk myths owners have about creating marke…

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Al Levi On Finding Great Techs... Is It Possible? 36:16

2y ago36:16

36:16

Is it possible to find great technicians these days? The short answer is yes! You just need to reach out in different ways. A lot of the techs today are Millennials and Gen Z and they will not do anything until they know why. Once you bring them in as an apprentice and teach them why they will be the best employees ever. Join your host Ryan Englin …

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Partner For Growth - How Private Equity Can Increase Your Cash With Jesse Gee 33:25

2y ago33:25

33:25

D you want to increase your cash? Look for private equity partners. Ryan Englin & Jeremy Macliver welcome Jesse Gee, the Manager at G-K Industries. Jesse talks about how private equity partners give you access to capital. Plus, they bring a level of sophistication that drives your business to create better results. To make good partnerships, you ne…

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Double Your Business With Only 30 Minutes Per Day Of Training With Austin Clark 20:37

2y ago20:37

20:37

Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver are back to hear some secrets from Austin Clark, CEO of Moxie Pest Control of Arizona, on how you can double your business with only 30 minutes of training per day. Moxie Pest Control has grown so much in the span of one year and is expected to double in value even further. Austin shares how luck and his work ethic t…

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Make Your Time Worth $10,000 Per Hour With Dr. Sabrina Starling 31:44

2+ y ago31:44

31:44

One of the biggest myths about being an entrepreneur is how we're supposed to grind it out. But isn't it one of the reasons we left our 9 to 5 jobs is to have more control of our time? International bestselling author of the How to Hire series, Dr. Sabrina Starling, is here to share another amazing work that will help entrepreneurs fulfill their dr…

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Grow Your Business With This One Change With Joshua Gillow And Duane Draughon 36:25

2+ y ago36:25

36:25

What if the secret to growing your business relies on you making one small change? Today’s guests are Joshua Gillow, Founder of YES Express, and Duane Draughon, Co-Founder and Lead Designer of VizX Design Studios. The duo also hosts the Outerspaces Podcast, sharing tips, strategies, and contractor success stories. Joshua and Duane join Ryan Englin …

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600% Increase In Employee Applications 18:36

2+ y ago18:36

18:36

So now you’re looking for people to join your company. You need employee applications, but you just can’t seem to get the right kind of applicants in. Worry no more as Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver share their insights on the hiring process. Ryan and Jeremy discuss several key points that can help boost the number of applications and get the righ…

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The Talent Shortage Is A Myth With Ryan Kohler 40:20

2+ y ago40:20

40:20

There’s an entire concept that there are no applicants looking for a job right now. They’re saying that there's resignation and other issues in the workplace. But what if it’s not true? What if it’s truly possible to hire great people with the right techniques? Ryan Kohler joins this conversation with host Ryan Englin on the myth about talent short…

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How To Find Good People 21:12

2+ y ago21:12

21:12

Sometimes, it’s not about finding good people but more about attracting good people. The past 18 months has brought multiple challenges that businesses have had to face. One of which is finding the right people for the job. In today’s episode, your hosts Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver discuss strategies that will help you achieve just that. Rather…

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Hold Your Sales People Accountable - Even Before You Hire Them With Jose Palomino 30:46

2+ y ago30:46

30:46

As an owner, when you’re hiring people, especially salespeople, you have to support and get involved with them. You need to find a balance of keeping them accountable. You’re the owner, so accountability will be split. Learn how to find the right people for your company even before you hire them. Join your host Ryan Englin and his guest, Jose Palom…

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Bringing Skills Training To Manufacturing Companies With Rodney Nelson 24:11

2+ y ago24:11

24:11

Skills training is imperative if you want your business to succeed. A well-trained staff can mean the difference between success and failure. Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver are joined by Rodney Nelson, The VP of Client Operations for the Arizona MEP, to talk about how they are positively impacting small companies in the manufacturing space by prov…

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Asking The Right Interview Questions And Finding The Right People 20:32

2+ y ago20:32

20:32

The success of any business depends on finding the right people. This means that asking the right questions is imperative if you want to hire the best. Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver discuss the hiring and interview process and share their insights. What should you ask your interviewees? Ryan and Jeremy flesh out what an optimum interview process …

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Finding The Good Hires Among The Bad Ones 17:37

2+ y ago17:37

17:37

It’s no secret that hiring is one of the hardest challenges businesses are dealing with right now. Not every new employee can be a good A+ player. You will get a bunch of C's and B’s. Join your hosts, Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver, as they talk about what’s working and what isn’t in the hiring process. Find out what it means to be a “good help” s…

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How To Grow With Your Customer With John Jantsch 27:13

2+ y ago27:13

27:13

How do you make your business grow with your customers? We learn how to do that and more in this episode. Ryan Englin sits down for an interview with marketing consultant and author Jon Jantsch. John and Ryan discuss marketing myths and talk about what you can do to scale with your customers. Learn more about marketing and scaling your business in …

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Stop Making Your Insurance Broker Rich! With Steve Tusa 30:44

2+ y ago30:44

30:44

Increased risk comes with growth, which also means an increased financial burden on the organization. Insurance is supposed to help ease that burden, which means you need an insurance broker, right? Well, in this episode, we shatter that and several other myths about insurance. Our hosts Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver sit down and tackle the thorn…

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It's Time To Go To Owner's School With Matt Michel 30:40

3y ago30:40

30:40

For a lot of business owners, there's nothing more important than getting on top. Ryan Englin talks with the founder of Service Nation, Inc., Matt Michel, on some of the most common challenges faced by business owners in the trades. Matt is an internationally recognized and highly acclaimed motivational and informational speaker on the significance…

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How To Double Your Ability To Hire With Anne Pfleger 18:53

3y ago18:53

18:53

Construction touches everything. In this industry, you have the ability to hire women of various strengths. They can be business owners, tradeswomen, architects – the list goes on! Today’s guest is Anne Pfleger, the National President of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC). Joining Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver on the show, …

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It Isn't Blue Collar Anymore With Jeff Fleetham 27:40

3y ago27:40

27:40

When it comes to the blue collar industry, many people tend to associate it as a dirty t-shirt, dead-end job with no career opportunity. But this is so far from the truth. In fact, many people who have grown up in this business have magnificent careers. Jeff Fleetham, the Director of Arizona Registrar of Contractors, greatly knows this to be true. …

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Joe Soltis | Happy Employees Lead To Happy Customers 27:01

3y ago27:01

27:01

You can take your pick of any marketing strategy you want, but at the end of the day, happy customers will drive the most revenue to your business. For excellent customer experience to be possible, however, you need to ensure that your employees are in top form. They need to be engaged and happy to be doing their jobs. They need to experience the w…

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Ryan Redding | Digital Sorcery Doesn't Work 25:43

3y ago25:43

25:43

Any marketing strategy cannot beat excellent and reliable customer service. If you cannot satisfy your target market's demands and expectations, there is no form of digital sorcery that can save you. Ryan Redding explains to Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver how well-targeted online marketing strategies focused on customer satisfaction will always sp…

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Dennis Gehman | Putting Professionalism Back Into The Trades 26:36

3+ y ago26:36

26:36

The best mistakes to learn from are other people. Unfortunately, that's not the ones we typically choose the learn from. On today’s podcast, Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver talk to Dennis Gehman about the importance of industry associations and increasing the remodeling industry's professionalism. Dennis comes from the design and remodeling industr…

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Ken Rusk | Make A Wish To Change Blue Collar 32:31

3+ y ago32:31

32:31

Growing up, we are pushed towards pursuing certain professions in college that often stigmatizes the very idea of working with your hands, of being a blue-collar worker. Helping change that mindset, Ken Rusk, a blue-collar construction entrepreneur, takes us to his mission of changing that mindset, discussing the lucrative business found in America…

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Luke Miller | Get Your Mind Right & Let Your Profits Grow 29:23

3+ y ago29:23

29:23

Luke Miller, founder of Tile Money and host of the Tile Money Podcast, may work primarily with tile installation contractors (as the name of his business suggests), but the customer service, pricing, management, and other lessons he passes on apply to any contracting business. One thing that tile installers – not to mention people in other trades –…

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Matt Jones | You Don't Have a Lead Problem, You Have a Conversion Problem 32:50

3+ y ago32:50

32:50

On this week’s episode of the Blue Collar Culture Podcast, we speak with special guest, Matt Jones. If you’ve been listening to our show for a while, you’ll know that we are focused on results for trades-based businesses; we are firm believers that the trades need to be supported in the same ways as other industries. Matt is a former plumber who wa…

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