The Jered Williams Show

On this episode of the Jered Williams Show, Jered and Eddie discuss the importance of aligning incentives and holding employees accountable in a service business. They share their experiences with trying different commission structures and performance tracking systems at their previous company, Prospector, and how implementing a clear scorecard system with key performance indicators and performance indicators helped drive significant revenue growth by motivating their team. The conversation highlights the challenges of managing people and the need to create a company culture where employees are empowered to succeed and contribute to the overall goals of the business.

In this episode of the Jered Williams show, Jered and his guest Eddie Barkers discuss the importance of understanding one's role as either a visionary or an integrator in a business. They share their experiences working together at Prospector, where Jered's visionary ideas and Eddie's integrator skills complemented each other perfectly. The conversation also touches on the challenges of implementing change, the benefits of a commission-based pay structure, and the value of keeping personal expenses low to allow for business growth. Overall, the episode highlights the significance of finding the right partner to balance out one's strengths and weaknesses, as well as the importance of reading the book "Rocket Fuel" to gain a deeper understanding of these complementary roles.

On this episode of the Jered Williams show, Jared sits down with his former general manager Eddie Barkhurst to discuss their experiences building and leading the Prospector HVAC company. They delve into the challenges they faced in establishing a positive company culture, how Eddie stepped up to take on a leadership role despite lacking prior experience, and the importance of clear communication and setting expectations for employees. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of marriage and family life, and how a man's ability to provide and lead at home can impact his success in business. Overall, the podcast highlights the critical role of effective management and personal discipline in growing a thriving organization.

On this episode of the Jered Williams Show, Drake Robert, the owner of Revival Marine Care, a boat detailing company in Pensacola, Florida, was interviewed. Drake shared his journey into the boat detailing industry, starting from his early days working for an auto detailing business to eventually launching his own company. He discussed the challenges he faced, such as employee management and burnout, and how he overcame them by implementing better business practices and systems. Drake also talked about the growth of his company, which now includes a successful product line, and his plans to expand the detailing business while focusing more on the product line. The conversation also touched on Drake's marketing strategies, including the use of social media and educational content, as well as the unique aspects of the boat detailing industry compared to other service-based businesses.

On this episode of the Jared Williams Show, Jared and his brother Tyler discuss the importance of marketing and branding for a new plumbing business. They cover the essential steps to set up a strong digital presence, the value of networking and community involvement, and the challenges of navigating lead generation platforms versus building brand awareness. The conversation also delves into the significance of pricing, problem-solving skills, and maintaining a positive mindset as a business owner, emphasizing that the key to successful marketing lies in providing an exceptional customer experience.

On this episode of The Jered Williams Show, Jered sits down with Patrick Fee, a plumber who co-founded a successful plumbing company that grew from zero to $7 million in revenue in just 11 months. Patrick shares his background, from starting out as a young plumber to eventually becoming a skilled manager and leader in the industry. He discusses the challenges of starting his own business with his sales-focused partner, the importance of time management and delegating tasks, and the strategies they used to rapidly scale their company through aggressive marketing and a unique sales and operations model. Patrick provides insights into the plumbing industry, the power of data and analytics, and the role of technology and automation in driving growth and efficiency.

In this episode of The Jered Williams Show, Jered talks with Murphy Nadald, founder of ReferPro, a referral software built for home service businesses. Murphy shares how his experience running a cleaning company exposed the need for better referral tracking, which led to creating ReferPro. They discuss how referrals often outperform ads in cost and conversion, and how the platform helps automate and track customer, employee, and affiliate referrals. From integrating with CRMs to creative ways of using QR codes and social media, this episode breaks down how to turn word-of-mouth into a scalable system.

On this episode of the Jered Williams Show, Jered sits down with entrepreneur Chaz Wolfe, the founder of Gathering the Kings, a mastermind community for high-performing business owners. Chaz shares his journey of launching and growing multiple businesses, including a construction company, a real estate portfolio, and a franchise of Edible Arrangements. The two discuss the challenges of balancing multiple ventures, the value of mentorship, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people.

On this episode of The Jered Williams Show, Jered sits down with Nate Santos, owner of Santos Bros Plumbing in Paso Robles, California. Nate shares his journey from reluctantly joining his uncle’s plumbing company to launching his own with his brother, building a brand that stands out with cowboy hats, overalls, and next-level customer service. They dive into hiring struggles, pricing confidence, and the value of character over experience. Nate also talks about his passion for horses, mariachi shows on horseback, and how plumbing funds his dream lifestyle. It’s a raw, honest, and a fresh look at what it takes to grow a service business in a small town.

In this episode of The Jered Williams Show, Jered sits down with Sarah Delnay, cofounder of Mountaineer and Plumbline. Sarah shares the real story behind building Mountaineer with her husband Matt, who was featured on the show the week before. She talks about how they launched Plumbline in 2021 after discovering a major need in the market while growing their first business.