

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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Nov 11, 2021 • 37min
75: Scheduling! Funner than you think, maybe.
The guys reveal all the secrets of how they get thru the week without a single hiccup in the schedule. Just follow our simple, 99 step process and you too will be barely getting by like us! 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

Nov 10, 2021 • 15min
#74 Bonus
Eric shares some of the highlights from Eric's recent trip to Caleffi in Italy. 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

Nov 5, 2021 • 32min
#73 Regular Old Dick Tracy
Eric and Andy get into the weeds about a few things to think about when buying a business. 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

Nov 2, 2021 • 27min
#72 Bonus - Union VS Non-union
Listener topic suggestion: Union -vs- Non-union, what are the benefits/differences between the two for a trades worker? 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

Oct 29, 2021 • 28min
#71 Taking Vacation
How in the world is a business owner supposed to take time away from their business?! We're taking your calls and emails as usual, this was sent in from a listener. We hope it helps! 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

Oct 27, 2021 • 14min
#70 It's all in the details.
Bonus Episode@abbldgoperator sent in a question for your listening pleasure! Thanks ViktorSend 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

Oct 22, 2021 • 44min
#69 Working together
Eric and Andy discuss a message from a listener about working with subcontractors. 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

Oct 19, 2021 • 10min
#68 Bonus - We're calling a time out
Ever just turn off your phone for a few hours? Take a day away, like really away on a regular basis? Maybe its time we make this a regular thing for the MTGA audience. 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

Oct 15, 2021 • 34min
#67 How many batteries do you need?!
Most contractors are loyal to just one cordless tool brand, are you? The guys talk about setting up a service van and the concept of "right tool for the job".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

Oct 13, 2021 • 13min
#66 Bonus What Options?
Bonus Episode, Eric and Andy talk about ways to eliminate options when laying out a complex task. 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