🎉 Closing out the year with this recap on my latest episode with Idan Shpizear of 911 Restoration - The Fresh Start Company.

Awareness isn’t just about observing the world around you—it’s about understanding your thoughts, your emotions, and the patterns that keep you stuck. Idan shared how awareness acts as the catalyst for personal freedom and growth, helping us break free from reactive cycles and step into intentional living.

No more autopilot, start designing a more intentional life.

Take some time during the holiday's and listen to this one!

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Blue Is The New White #184

Are life’s challenges happening to you or for you? Idan Shpizear, founder of 911 Restoration, believes the answer lies in your perspective.

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Idan shares how awareness and mindset shifts can transform how we experience life. By understanding that our external circumstances reflect our inner state, we can find freedom and clarity even in the toughest situations.

Topics Covered:

• The power of awareness in transforming your life
• How mindset shifts create freedom
• Seeing challenges as opportunities for growth
• Turning reactive patterns into intentional responses

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Blue Is The New White #183.1

In the latest episode of Blue Is The New White, Ben Poole, founder of HVAC Tactical, reveals his superpower: motivating, encouraging, and lifting others up. For Ben, building people up isn’t just a skill—it’s a calling that brings him a deep sense of fulfillment and peace.

Ben shares how focusing on others’ success can create a ripple effect of positivity and how serving others is at the core of true leadership. This conversation explores the importance of connection, encouragement, and inspiration in the skilled trades and beyond.

Whether you’re a leader in the skilled trades or looking for inspiration, this episode offers actionable insights on how to create a lasting impact.

Blue Is The New White #183

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Ben Poole, founder of HVAC Tactical, shares his mission to elevate the skilled trades by fostering a mindset of mastery, respect, and value. Ben dives into how small mindset shifts can create ripple effects that uplift individuals, businesses, and the entire industry.

Through his personal story and experiences, Ben explains how embracing personal growth, motivating others, and striving for excellence can change lives and reshape perceptions of the trades. He challenges trades professionals to believe in themselves, become masters of their craft, and inspire the next generation to do the same.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting in the trades, this episode is packed with actionable insights on how to build a better future for the skilled trades.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Elevating the skilled trades through mindset and mastery
• The power of motivation and influence in the industry
• Respecting and valuing skilled trades professionals
• Creating ripple effects of positive change
• Building a better future for the trades community

Blue Is The New White #182.1

Your business thrives because of your A-players—the technicians and team members who are indispensable to your success. In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Chris Buttenham, founder of Reins, shares strategies to retain these top performers and create long-term loyalty.

Learn how businesses in the skilled trades and home service industries can align incentives, improve retention, and build a stronger team culture. From understanding the unique value of your A-players to implementing practical retention strategies, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

Topics Covered:

• The importance of A-players in your business
• Retention strategies for skilled trades and home service businesses
• How to align team incentives with business goals
• Building a culture that attracts and retains top talent

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Blue Is The New White #182

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Chris Buttenham, founder of Reins, reveals how small business owners can access innovative compensation and benefits tools without the high cost and complexity of traditional methods. Chris shares how his team has collaborated with top compensation attorneys to create customizable frameworks that are affordable, simple, and designed to meet the unique needs of small businesses.

Learn how these tools can help you align incentives, retain top talent, and drive team success—all while simplifying traditionally complex processes. Whether you’re exploring phantom equity, profit-sharing, or other innovative ways to empower your employees, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take your business to the next level.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The concept of phantom equity and its benefits
• How to retain top talent through innovative incentives
• The role of technology in simplifying compensation frameworks
• Aligning employee success with business goals
• Practical tips for small business owners looking to scale

Blue Is The New White #181.1

In the latest Blue Is The New White episode, guest Roland Ligtenberg shared an incredible perspective on expertise: “I’m an expert at nothing, but I’m an expert in learning.” Today, being an "expert" often feels essential, but Roland's approach is a reminder that a learning mindset can be even more powerful. By drawing insights from failures, observing others, and taking lessons from different industries, Roland shows how embracing lifelong learning fuels growth, adaptability, and resilience.

This episode challenges the idea of expertise and shifts the focus toward curiosity, humility, and a willingness to learn. In an industry where adaptability and continuous improvement are key, Roland's words are a reminder that it’s not always about mastering one thing—but about constantly evolving.

Topics Covered:

🔵 Embracing a learning mindset

🔵 Why curiosity drives growth

🔵 Lessons learned from failures

🔵 How to bring value across industries

🔵 The evolving concept of expertise

Blue Is The New White #180

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, we’re joined by Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, to discuss automation, growth, and the power of learning from failure. Roland shares valuable insights for home service business owners on how to leverage automation to free up time, scale operations, and focus on building meaningful customer relationships. He dives into his philosophy of 'being an expert at nothing but an expert at learning,' highlighting the importance of staying adaptable and embracing discomfort to fuel real growth.

Topics Covered:

🔵 The role of automation in scaling home service businesses

🔵 Strategies for customer-centric growth

🔵 The value of continuous learning

🔵 How to balance comfort and growth

🔵 Tips on building and retaining a skilled team

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