• Episode 10. Michael Hinderliter
    Apr 11 2024

    Michael Hinderliter is a Mobile Fleet washing contractor, Kitchen Exhaust Cleaner, Environmental Power Washing Specialist, and Power Wash Educator based out of Fort Worth, Texas.

    Michael Hinderliter held his first pressure washing wand at the age of 12 when he began working summers and weekends for his father, Robert Hinderliter, who was president of Rahsco Cleaning Systems, now known as PowerWash.com. Michael started off repairing and building pressure washers, and by the time he was a senior in high school Michael had started his own power washing business, Steamaway Mobile Power Wash. Steamaway’s revenues paid his school tuition and living expenses while Michael earned his accounting degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. In 2010, Michael purchased Rahsco Cleaning Systems from his father and changed the name to PowerWash.com in 2011. PowerWash.com is a complete resource for power wash systems, parts, repair services, and training for professional, commercial and industrial cleaners.

    In late 1992, I was a founding board member of Power Washer of North America, an nonprofit association that helps advance the power washing industry, later serving as the president from 1999 to 2000.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 9. Michael Grigery/ Worlds greatest integrator, Entrepreneur and Business Coach
    Mar 13 2024

    Michael Grigery is a leader in the home service industry who’s risen from humble roots to establish successful ventures like ClickCallSell and Hire Lead Chill. His journey is one of resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

    A key to Michael’s success comes through his ability to build streamlined processes and world-class culture. With a recent employee survey reflecting a remarkable 95% job satisfaction rate, his ability to inspire and nurture talent is evident. He has a proven track record of hiring hundreds of people, developing robust hiring funnels that not only attract the best talents but also cultivate a workplace where everyone aspires to excel.

    His unique approach to leadership has not only propelled startups to great heights but also guided hundreds of companies in achieving their goals. What brings Michael the most satisfaction is serving home service entrepreneurs as their business coach and mentor as they brake past the highly coveted two-comma club.

    Balancing his professional achievements, Michael remains a devoted husband, father, an outdoor enthusiast, and a classical music aficionado. His life's work is a testament to the possibility of balancing a thriving career with a rich personal life.

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    1 hr
  • Episode 8. JC Chanowsky/ Coach, Speaker, Entrepreneur
    Feb 28 2024

    JC Chanowsky, founder of Patriot Illumination, is a seasoned entrepreneur and an ardent mentor in the Christmas lighting industry. His journey from serving as a U.S. Navy Chief to establishing a thriving holiday lighting business embodies dedication, leadership, and the spirit of service. JC's military background has profoundly influenced his business ethos, emphasizing discipline, integrity, and teamwork, principles he passionately imparts to his team and peers in the industry.


    Under his leadership, Patriot Illumination has not only achieved remarkable success but has also become a beacon of innovation and excellence in the Christmas light sector. JC's passion extends beyond the seasonal festivities; he is deeply committed to coaching and mentoring other businesses. With a focus on building strong company cultures, effective leadership, and strategic growth, he has guided numerous entrepreneurs towards realizing their potential and achieving success.


    JC is a regular speaker and contributor at industry events, where he shares insights from his vast experience. His workshops and presentations are highly anticipated for their practical advice, humor, and engaging delivery. Beyond the bulbs and the business, JC's dedication to helping others shines brightly, making him a respected figure among his peers and a valued mentor to many in the community.

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    1 hr
  • Episode 7. Mickey Lyles
    Feb 16 2024

    TRUE Serial Entrepreneur and Business Consultant

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    57 mins
  • Episode 6. Andrew Miller/ Automations Geek
    Aug 9 2023

    Andrew Miller the founder of Blue Renegade Agency will share insights on "no-code" automation and how his Service Ally program is creating recurring revenue streams for home service businesses

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 5. Eric and Larry from Super Tech University
    Jun 11 2023

    Trevor Steel discusses leadership and accountability with 2 legendary leaders in the home service space. Eric and Larry from Super Tech University share their insights into managing and developing a strong team. Special guest and relationship marketing genius Jim Bardwell brings some comic relief as well!

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 4. Dr. Brett Munn/ The "Legend of Yadkinville"
    May 9 2023

    Education:

    Berry College (Rome, GA)- Full Basketball Scholarship

    University of NC Greensboro- B.A. Biology; B.S. Physics

       Graduated Magna Cum Laude; Phi Beta Kappa; Beta Beta Beta Biological National Honor Society

    University of Pennsylvania -College of Optometry (Phila, PA)- B.S.; O.D. Doctorate of Optometry; Highest Clinical Honors

    Residency- Southeastern Eye Center (Greensboro, NC) Glaucoma/ External Ocular Disease


    Professional Practice:

    Aug 1987- Dec 1989: Carolina Eye Associates Surgical (Charlotte, NC)- Staff doctor.

    Dec 1989- Dec 2008: Owner/ President Yadkin Vision Centers O.D., P.A. (Yadkinville, NC); President New Vision Management Group, LLC

    Jan 2009- Retired at age 47

    Have continued to lecture extensively throughout the southeastern US.

    Board member of the NC Board of Examiners in Optometry for 30 years.


    Began practice in 1987 as a salaried staff doctor (employee) for a large outpatient medical/surgical facility that, per surgical volume and gross revenues, was the second largest ophthalmological practice in the country. Annual salary $50k/yr. Had very little prospects of any percentage ownership. But learned much about how to build and run a successful practice (business) during my tenure there. It was the best (and only) financial education I ever received. Implemented many of the management principles I learned there into my own practice.


    In 1989, after creating my own template for practice evaluation, I decided to go into ownership. I literally evaluated dozens of the most successful eye care practices in NC and SC and looked for common threads (business patterns, location, etc...) that each possessed. I was able to identify 3 things that linked each of these businesses. Then I set out looking for available practices to acquire that met all 3 criteria. I settled on a solo, private practice with a retiring doctor in Yadkinville, NC (pop. 3,000), a rural town just west of Winston-Salem in the foothills of the mountains. It was a relatively small practice grossing $200k/yr on routine eye care and retail optical services (glasses and contact lenses). But little medical services (glaucoma, cataracts, etc...) were offered. I paid $180k for the practice with half down and half owner financed in 1989. The practice doubled in gross revenues each of the first 3 years of ownership with almost no increase in overhead. In 20 years of ownership, both our gross and net incomes increased by no less than 13% every fiscal year. I opened a second location from scratch in a small town, that also met my criteria, in 1993. It grossed $250k in tthe first year of existence. I also hired my first associate that year when I realized that I was the limiting factor in growth. I went on to hire 7 additional associates over the 17 subsequent years. All were physician employees. When the practices were sold in 2008, they produced gross revenues of 2.5 million and 1.5 million respectively. Each sold to associates in excess of annual gross revenues.

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    57 mins
  • Episode 3. Justin Boyd/ Know your numbers
    Apr 21 2023

    In this episode Trevor Steel interviews his CFO Justin Boyd and discusses his business Boyd Executive Consulting. Justin Boyd is a career financial professional with over 20 years of experience across personal, small business, and corporate finance and accounting. He has extensive experience with bookkeeping, budgeting, forecasting, pricing strategy, business partner management, market analysis, tax, controls, and asset financing with a strong passion for process simplification and automation. He backs this experience up with an undergrad in Business Finance and an MBA with an emphasis in Finance and International Business.


    Justin loves to see new places, meet new people, taste new foods, and experience new adventures. He's been backpacking across Europe, fishing in Canada, and most recently traveling across the US in an RV with his wife and three kids. Justin also enjoys anything sports and aviation related. Justin's ultimate purpose and passion is helping business owners reach their personal, professional, and financial potential. Let him help you take your business to the next level today!

    https://boydexecutiveconsulting.com/

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    38 mins