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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Oct 23, 2020 • 54min
#17 Ol' Reliable
Eric and Andy talk about some common mistakes a new business owner should try to avoid when purchasing or selecting a business vehicle. Send us a text Send 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, 2020 • 40min
# 16 Our Biggest Mistakes
It's story time, once we get past talking about the weather lol. We share a few of the biggest screwups we had while starting in the trade. Send us a text Send 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 9, 2020 • 58min
#15 It all starts with a plan.
We discuss some of the in's and outs of starting a business in the contracting trades. Send us a text Send 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 2, 2020 • 58min
#14 Wasting Time? Job Site Distractions
Chad is back to talk with us about job site distractions. Crazy stories unfold, things will be said that you cannot un-hear. Don't say we didn't warn you. Send us a text Send 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 25, 2020 • 44min
#13 Adam Sperry Talks tools and organization
Guest Host Adam Sperry, @completelycordless on the IG, shares his insight into the evolution of and organization, family life on the road and more. Send us a text Send 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 18, 2020 • 38min
#12 Introducing our "sister" podcast Not Dead Yet!
Andy and Eric talk with the MH team John & Tim about the latest Mechanical Hub Media addition, the Not Dead Yet podcast. Send us a text Send 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 11, 2020 • 38min
#11 Finding the Balance
In this episode Eric and Andy discuss some of the challenges to balancing work and family. Send us a text Send 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 4, 2020 • 35min
#10 Listen up, Apprentices!
Our first call-in show! Well, sort of. We hear from five listeners on what makes for a great apprentice. Send us a text Send 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 28, 2020 • 36min
#9 Opportunities by Choice
In this Episode we invite Nate Adams, @Builtby_n8 to discuss his experiences in the trades and the doors it has opened to him into the corporate world.Send us a text Send 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 21, 2020 • 44min
#8 Recruiting!
Who should we be promoting the trades to? How do we do it? Why does Andy hate drain cleaning so much? Will school guidance counselors ever promote the trades? Send us a text Send 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
