BlueCollar.CEO

Ryan Redding, Blue Collar.CEO
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Apr 23, 2024 • 34min

Get a CPA That Knows Your Business With Brett Neal

BlueCollar.CEO –Brett Neal, CPA is the Owner of High Velocity Accounting, which helps HVAC business owners understand their finances to build profitable companies. As a consultant and advisor to home service businesses, he helps entrepreneurs manage bookkeeping and accounting services to scale and nurture their teams. Brett also works with CRMs like Service Titan and Housecall Pro to deliver timely financials. In this episode, Brett and Ryan talk about the framework for making informed financial decisions.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 34min

Tactics To Grow Your Business During Shoulder Season

BlueCollar.CEO –Michael Moorhouse is the President of Mosquito Shield, which provides residential and commercial customers with professional mosquito and pest control services. Having started as the branch manager of the company’s flagship office before advancing to president, he has grown alongside the franchise. Michael continues Mosquito Shield’s partnerships with the International Franchise Association, the New England Franchise Association, and the American Mosquito Control Association, ensuring compliance with customer, employee, and franchise owner needs. In this episode, Ryan and Michael discuss building leadership structures in seasonal businesses.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 24min

How A. Fagundes Grew From Chuck-In-A-Truck to Multi-Million Dollar Powerhouse With Al Fagundes

BlueCollar.CEO –Al Fagundes is the Owner and President of A. Fagundes Plumbing & Heating Inc., a family-owned and operated business that has been offering high-quality workmanship in Massachusetts since 2003. As a Master Plumber, Al is skilled in troubleshooting heating and AC systems and strives to maximize customer satisfaction.In today’s episode, Ryan and Al discuss Al’s early years in business, the lessons he learned from scaling too quickly, and his community outreach efforts.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 17min

How Field Capture Technology Is Improving Team Development and Customer Satisfaction With Claire Ficke

BlueCollar.CEO –Claire Ficke is a Business Development and Partnerships Manager at CompanyCam, an app designed to enhance team communication and build customer trust through field captures. Claire is responsible for fostering relationships and collaborating with influential industry leaders. She is a conference speaker who highlights the importance of photo documentation for business growth. In this episode, Ryan and Claire discuss why incorporating CompanyCam is an asset for team development and improved customer service.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 22min

Lessons Learned the Hard Way With Elena Chrimat

BlueCollar.CEO –Elena Chrimat is the Co-owner of Ideal Air Conditioning and Insulation, a full-service residential and light commercial home performance company specializing in heating and air, duct sealing, insulation, ventilation systems, and energy audits. Elena has been integral in the company’s growth since launching in 2009. A pioneer in the industry, Elena was featured in Home Energy Magazine’s “Thirty Under 30” issue, is a founding board member of the Building Performance Association, and has helped her company receive the ENERGY STAR Century Club Award annually since 2013. In this episode, Ryan and Elena discuss the lessons she learned the hard way while scaling her business- from marketing and more. Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 25min

How Diversification Helped This 50 Year Old Business Thrive With Kevin Berounsky

BlueCollar.CEO –Kevin Berounsky is the Owner of Douglas Orr Plumbing, Inc., a family-owned business providing repairs and installation services in Miami, FL. At 13 years old, Kevin was hired as a shop helper and gradually promoted to positions with leadership opportunities. His primary responsibilities include purchasing, day-to-day operations, and business development for the service department. In this episode, Ryan and Kevin discuss how to leverage business diversification to withstand evolving economic, political, and social landscapes.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Apr 2, 2024 • 35min

Growing Multiple Markets at Once With Jason Mangone

BlueCollar.CEO –Jason Mangone is the Co-founder and CEO of Newbury Franklin Home Services, a nationwide provider of concierge maintenance services. In 2006, Jason graduated from Boston College with a BA in political science, and in 2013 graduated from Yale University with his MA in international relations. He served as an Infantry Officer for the United States Marine Corps and as COO for a nonprofit. Ready for the next step in his career, and a desire to contribute to an organization through hands-on leadership, Jason set out to purchase a company — introducing him to the concierge maintenance industry. In this episode, Ryan and Jason discuss how to scale innovative business ideas in unconventional ways. Jason also shares why his company focuses on OKRs (Objective and Key Results) versus KPIs for standard business measurements. Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 29min

Powerful Growing Pains With Alexander Ortega

BlueCollar.CEO –Alexander Ortega is the Owner of Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage Inc., a plumbing company providing residential and commercial services in the North Shore and the Northwest Chicago suburbs. Alexander has 33 years of experience in the industry and has owned his company for over 23 years. Under his leadership, Reliance Plumbing has been honored as an Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner and maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. In this episode, Ryan and Alexander discuss the growing pains associated with a flourishing business. Alexander also offers three pieces of wisdom to fellow entrepreneurs.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Mar 26, 2024 • 18min

Igniting Passion for the Trades Through Education With Michele Seaman

BlueCollar.CEO –Michele Seaman is the Co-owner of L&M Service Specialists, which provides service and support for HVAC systems, fireplaces, space heaters, and fire pits. At 26 years old, Michele began her career in the HVAC industry as a service technician for a utility company. She completed her four-year apprenticeship with some of the highest test scores ever received among her peers. Michele and her husband have owned and operated their own HVAC business for 25 years. In this episode, Ryan and Michele discuss her passion for igniting inspiration through education.Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 26min

How To Build Your In-House Training Program With Gina Camacho

BlueCollar.CEO –Gina Camacho is the Co-founder and COO of BlueRecruit, a recruiting platform connecting trade workers with employers. Gina and her husband realized the difficulty companies had in hiring and sought a better solution that didn’t rely on sifting through unqualified resumes. Her background in the technology industry, customer success, project management, and project development have assisted in the platform’s success. In this episode, Ryan and Gina outline five principles for building an in-house training program to expand your company’s hiring base. Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.

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