Make Trades Great Again
Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in TradesTune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!
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Sep 29, 2022 • 35min
#155 Listener questions: How do you get started on the project?
Quin writes in asking how we prefer to get started on the job. What do we tackle first, the tough stuff or the low hanging fruit. In either case the project has to get finished but sometimes a clear plan from the start can move things along smoother. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 27, 2022 • 12min
#154 Bonus "Find a contractor listings" Do you use them?
Starting out on your own can be hectic and costly. There are some free ways to get listed in your area for potential work. The guys talk about getting listed on the "Find a contractor" sections of websites. Have you done this too?Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 22, 2022 • 30min
#153 Free estimates, just a marketing scheme?
Eric brings up free estimates and the guys go into more discussion about why free estimates don't really work out. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 20, 2022 • 13min
#152 Bonus - The Electrification of everything
Are the types of projects you're working on changing? IS the new energy bill changing peoples idea of how to heat their home for the coming winter? Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 15, 2022 • 35min
#151 Do the trades pay enough?
The guys take listener questions this week and it a doozy! Do you think the shortage of workers may be due to the trades not paying enough? Whats enough? Should every trade get paid the same? Heck no! Eric & Andy get right into it on this one, we hope you enjoy and please consider rating the show on Apple Podcasts. #mtgaSend us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 13, 2022 • 13min
#150 Bonus Social media in the workplace
The guys chat about employees using social media in the workplace. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 8, 2022 • 37min
#149 Online -vs- Local Suppliers?
Eric and Andy talk about online vs brick and mortar suppliers. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 6, 2022 • 22min
#148 Bonus Google reviews
Eric recalls waking up to find a 1 star review in his Google business profile and tries to figure out how he should reply. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Sep 1, 2022 • 57min
#147 Patrick Finley @commercial_Kitchen_chronicles
Eric and Andy shoot the breeze with Patrick Finley of Commercial_Kitchen_Chronicles on IG. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Aug 30, 2022 • 18min
#146 Bonus: Shark Week
The guys bs and talk streaming. To be honest this is probably the most riveting content on the internet today. You should probably share this with all your friends. You're welcome. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
