Wisdom Of Wrench Podcast

Why does it feel like the better you get at your job, the harder it is to handle life? You may be a high-performance pro, but a lack of healthy coping habits could be silently leading you to a breakdown.In episode 47 of the Wisdom of Wrench podcast, host Kevin Comerford gets personal. He shares his own story of hitting a wall and reveals the unhealthy habits many of us use to deal with stress. This isn't about working harder. It's about learning the mental and physical tools for personal growth that can help you manage stressful situations, avoid burnout, and build a stronger future. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, this is a conversation you need to hear.Subscribe to the WOW Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UvJLcLFL03vKiLpd1xN45?si=PRBF-DwYR_uDtfRB8hIsLgApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-wrench-podcast/id1792919657🔧  Wrench Group: https://www.wrenchgroup.com🔧 Wrench IG: https://www.instagram.com/wrenchgroup🔧 Wrench FB: https://www.facebook.com/wrenchgroup🔧 Wrench LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewrenchgroupChapters:0:00 - Are We a High-Performance, Low-Coping Society? 0:47 - Welcome to The Wisdom of Wrench Podcast 2:35 - Why I Started Going to Counseling at 24 5:35 - What Does "High Performance, Low Coping" Actually Mean? 8:16 - The #1 Unhealthy Coping Habit: Why We Blame Others 12:02 - Is Denial Sabotaging Your Personal Growth? 12:55 - The Danger of Avoiding Conflict in Your Relationships 13:46 - How People Use Substance Abuse to Avoid Their Problems 14:30 - How a Counselor's Words Changed My Entire Reality 16:13 - A Mental Shift: Are Challenges Happening For You or To You? 17:50 - How to Stop Being a Victim and Start Solving Problems 19:19 - The 4 Physical Habits You Need for Better Mental Health 21:22 - Episode Recap: Key Takeaways 22:45 - Next Episode: Practical Exercises for Healthy Coping

Are you sacrificing your sales success for a skewed work ethic? Discover how availability truly drives performance in sales and the importance of keeping your schedule open. Learn why top salespeople can slump due to distractions, complacency, and entitlement. Hear how a youth baseball coach's lessons can be applied to boost your sales game. Plus, explore ways to enhance availability both in work and at home for a more balanced and successful life.

Struggling in business isn't due to a lack of knowledge, but a failure in execution. The podcast reveals how historic companies like Kodak fell from grace and emphasizes the importance of a proactive mindset. Listeners learn to combat the knowledge trap by adopting a 'ready, aim, fire' approach. Kevin shares daily routines to foster momentum and stresses the need for accountability partners. By planning around key life areas and leading with encouragement, anyone can transform execution into success.

Gavin Majors, an HVAC sales expert with a remarkable 63% closing ratio, shares his strategies for selling high-ticket systems. He reveals how to present a $30,000 HVAC system as a mere $6 daily cost through a savvy net investment analysis. Gavin emphasizes the power of honesty, composure, and realistic expectations when discussing finances with homeowners. His techniques include calculating savings by hand to foster trust and narrowing options to facilitate customer decisions. Tune in for practical tips to transform how you handle sales!

In this engaging chat, HVAC sales expert Allen Smith shares his wealth of experience from Morris Jenkins. He reveals how to connect with customers by identifying pain points and building trust through detailed exploration of their needs. Allen emphasizes using powerful visuals to communicate the solution and engaging customers' senses to leave a lasting impression. He also explains how to present prices as manageable payments, making high-ticket quotes feel irresistible. Tune in for a masterclass in consultative selling!

Join HVAC sales guru Allen Smith, who has led successful teams and shares invaluable insights. He reveals his groundbreaking "explore like Columbus" tactic that transforms how sales calls are approached. By emphasizing the importance of thorough home evaluations, Allen illustrates how to build trust and uncover true customer pain points, ensuring objections about price vanish. His thrilling anecdotes include unexpected discoveries that led to urgent fixes, showcasing the power of exploration in winning sales.

In this insightful discussion, Allen Smith, a seasoned sales leader with over 25 years in HVAC, shares his expertise on boosting sales effectiveness. He emphasizes the importance of acting like a boss by staying present during calls and prioritizing customer trust over chasing money. Allen reveals the power of simple tools, like a notepad, and suggests eliminating distractions—like phones—during sales interactions. He also highlights how dressing professionally and mastering technical knowledge can significantly enhance sales performance.

Ray Dias, a long-time partner at Service Champions and co-author on a book about champion organizations, shares insights on leadership and company culture. He discusses the importance of extreme ownership and how shifting your mindset can transform team performance. Ray emphasizes living core values and leading by example, explaining that everything is your fault when it comes to outcomes. They break down three crucial rules for fostering accountability and a winning culture, urging listeners to fully commit to their roles for greater legacy.

Are you unknowingly losing money in your 401(k)? Discover the simple financial strategies that can help you pay off debt faster and build lasting wealth for your family's future.In episode 38 of The Wisdom of Wrench Podcast, host Kevin Comerford sits down with financial expert Don Garman to give you a complete financial literacy check-up in part two of this two part series. This episode is packed with practical advice for home service professionals who want to achieve financial freedom. You will learn smart ways to handle good debt versus bad debt, the truth about your credit cards, and what you should do with old 401(k) accounts. Don also explains compounding interest in simple terms and reveals the critical difference between a 401(k) and a Roth 401(k). If you want to take control of your money, this is a conversation you cannot afford to miss.Subscribe to the WOW Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UvJLcLFL03vKiLpd1xN45?si=PRBF-DwYR_uDtfRB8hIsLgApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-wrench-podcast/id1792919657🔧  Wrench Group: https://www.wrenchgroup.com🔧 Wrench IG: https://www.instagram.com/wrenchgroup🔧 Wrench FB: https://www.facebook.com/wrenchgroup🔧 Wrench LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewrenchgroupChapters:0:00 - What To Do With Old 401(k)s From Past Jobs? 0:40 - Financial Literacy for Home Service Pros (Part 2) 1:24 - Smart Strategies for Financial Freedom 2:16 - The Difference Between Good Debt and Bad Debt 5:42 - Is Your Credit Card APR a Financial Trap? 7:12 - A Simple 3-Year Plan to Become Debt-Free 9:53 - How to Earn More Without Spending More 12:06 - The #1 Mistake People Make When Their Income Increases 13:43 - Should You Pay Off Your Credit Card Every Month? 14:37 - The Smartest Way to Buy a Car (And Avoid Debt) 17:03 - My Car is Paid Off... Now What Should I Do With the Money? 18:16 - What is Compounding Interest? (Explained Simply) 20:23 - Why Young Investors Should Hope for a Stock Market Crash 23:04 - 401(k) vs. Roth 401(k): Which One is Right for You? 26:03 - How to Pay for Your Kids' College (The 529 Plan Strategy) 28:55 - The Power of Starting Small: A $10/Week Investment 30:17 - The Most Underused Tool for Tax-Free Healthcare Savings (HSA) 30:59 - I Have Dormant 401(k)s... What's My Next Step? 35:03 - Why Consolidating Your Investment Accounts is a Smart Move 39:07 - Passive vs. Active Investing: What's the Difference? 42:39 - How to Find a Financial Advisor You Can Actually Trust 45:06 - Brokerage vs. Fiduciary: The Critical Difference You MUST Know 47:25 - Key Takeaways: Your Roadmap to Financial Freedom

Is your daily spending secretly costing you your financial freedom? This episode reveals how to build real wealth and why you should NOT hire a financial advisor until you hear this.In episode 37 of The Wisdom of Wrench Podcast, host Kevin Comerford sits down with 30 year financial expert Don Garman to share the core concepts of personal finance for home service pros. They break down how to manage your money, the right way to navigate debt, and how simple saving habits can make you a millionaire.If you have ever felt overwhelmed by the stock market or unsure where to start with investing, this conversation provides a clear path forward. Learn the simple, powerful habits and the mindset required to build lasting security and freedom for you and your family. Watch the full episode to take control of your financial future.Subscribe to the WOW Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UvJLcLFL03vKiLpd1xN45?si=PRBF-DwYR_uDtfRB8hIsLgApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-wrench-podcast/id1792919657🔧  Wrench Group: https://www.wrenchgroup.com🔧 Wrench IG: https://www.instagram.com/wrenchgroup🔧 Wrench FB: https://www.facebook.com/wrenchgroup🔧 Wrench LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewrenchgroupChapters:0:00 - Don't Hire a Financial Advisor Until You Do This First 0:51 - Why Financial Literacy Is Critical for Home Service Pros 2:25 - Meet the Financial Expert with 30+ Years of Experience 4:11 - The Journey from College Grad to Financial Expert 6:14 - Is Building Wealth Simple? The Diet & Exercise Analogy 7:56 - A Surfer & Rockstar's First Lesson in Money Management 9:08 - The Surprising Way We Became Friends (And Business Partners) 12:31 - Why I Told My Future Financial Advisor: "Let's Just Be Friends" 14:28 - How Trust Is The Most Important Factor in Finance 14:55 - How Financial Health is Exactly Like Physical Fitness 15:57 - The "Crawl, Walk, Run" Approach to Investing 17:11 - What is The True Definition of Financial Freedom? 18:36 - The Harsh Truth About the Stock Market 20:30 - What Is the "Rule of 72" and How Can It Make You Rich? 25:05 - Why Learning Finance is Like Learning a New Language 26:21 - What to Do BEFORE You Hire a Financial Advisor 29:12 - How to Track Your Spending (The Right Way) 30:40 - The "Two Account" System for Effortless Budgeting 32:36 - Are You Using Debt Wrong? 33:30 - I'm 40 & Broke, Is It Too Late to Start Saving? 35:05 - How to Get Addicted to Saving Money 37:21 - The #1 Expense That Keeps People Poor 38:33 - Are You Going Into Debt for Depreciating Assets? 39:26 - What is "Strategic Urgency" and How Can It Make You Perform Better? 45:13 - How a Savings Muscle is Built 46:21 - A Controversial Piece of Advice for Young Men 48:41 - The 3 Challenges Everyone Will Face in Life 49:44 - When Is The Right Time to Hire a Financial Advisor? 53:37 - A Mentor For Financial Advice? 55:12 - Where Should a Beginner Start Investing? 57:05 - The Problem with "Emergency Funds" 58:03 - RECAP: 3 Core Concepts for Financial Success 1:00:21 - Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable 1:02:12 - Here's to a Bigger Future