

Waste No Day: A Home Services Motivational Podcast
Brian Burton & Nate Minnich
A podcast devoted to challenging, encouraging, advising, and highlighting the men and women of the home services industry. Whether you are a plumber, electrician, or HVAC technician, you all share the common tension of being both the hero and the villain in the eyes of the customer. Hosts Brian and Nate discuss and interview guests to show how to not only be the hero, but to be rewarded with more than a cape.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 31min
Laura Kelly - Cultivating Courage Before Confidence on Every Service Call
Laura Kelly, co-founder of Clover, is a leader in business psychology with a knack for enhancing performance in the home service industry. She dives into how cultivating courage is essential for personal and professional growth. Listeners learn to tackle self-doubt and reframe negative beliefs into empowering thoughts. Kelly emphasizes the significance of psychological safety and authentic connections, urging individuals to develop their leadership skills through honest self-reflection. Her actionable strategies help transform challenges into opportunities for growth.

Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 49min
Doug Wyatt - How to Ask, Close, and Win with Confidence
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Part 2 of our interview with Doug Wyatt, who is a high-impact speaker, trainer, and the founder of Synergy Learning Systems. From selling door-to-door with $23 in his pocket to transforming multimillion-dollar businesses, Doug’s journey is built on grit, discipline, and relentless growth. He’s trained over 5,000 salespeople, coached 1,000+ small businesses, and led national sales meetings for brands like GE, Carrier, and Lennox. Known for his intense focus on implementation and personal development, Doug helps companies drive real, lasting results - one mindset shift at a time.
In this episode, we talked about customer trust, closing sales techniques, emotional benefits, objections…

Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 44min
Doug Wyatt - Fuel Success Daily with Tiny Wins & Unbreakable Habits
Want to double your ticket average without being pushy? Get access to real-time sales training, scripts, and role-play coaching inside the Blue Collar Closer community — join today before the next live Q&A drops: https://wastenoday.pro/BCC
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Doug Wyatt is a high-impact speaker, trainer, and the founder of Synergy Learning Systems. From selling door-to-door with $23 in his pocket to transforming multimillion-dollar businesses, Doug’s journey is built on grit, discipline, and relentless growth. He’s trained over 5,000 salespeople, coached 1,000+ small businesses, and led national sales meetings for brands like GE, Carrier, and Lennox. Known for his intense focus on implementation and personal development, Doug helps companies drive real, lasting results - one mindset shift at a time.
In this episode, we talked about morning routine, audio learning, personal growth, empathy, mindset…

Jun 30, 2025 • 1h 5min
Is Your Voice Helping You Sell—or Losing the Sale?
Explore the power of enthusiasm in boosting sales without being pushy. Discover how effective listening can create deeper connections and enhance client interactions. Learn innovative role-playing techniques that make skill development fun and engaging. Uncover the secret to vibrant presentations driven by genuine passion and belief in your product. Plus, strategies for transforming Monday blues into motivation and opportunity, ensuring you start the week with purpose and resilience.

Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 1min
How to Earn Trust Before You Knock
Explore the art of building trust with hesitant clients and learn communication strategies that truly resonate. Discover the transformative power of mindset and personal growth, emphasizing mastery over mere passion. Enjoy humorous anecdotes about pest control while gaining insights into effective client interactions. Uncover the role of confidence and body language in successful sales. This engaging discussion blends personal experiences with actionable tips for thriving in the home services industry.

Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 12min
The Power of Pattern Interruption
Discover the art of pattern interruption to tackle social rejection challenges in sales. Learn how empowering yourself with proactive choices can break negative cycles. Humor emerges as a key tool, transforming client interactions and enhancing connections. Delve into the importance of questioning techniques and role-playing to sharpen sales skills. Explore gripping survival stories that illustrate resilience and adaptability. Find strategies to re-engage clients, combat rejection, and embrace change for personal and professional growth.

Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 22min
Dr. Jarom Ipson - Built to Last: The Science of Hormones, Health, and Hustle
Want to double your ticket average without being pushy? Get access to real-time sales training, scripts, and role-play coaching inside the Blue Collar Closer community — join today before the next live Q&A drops: https://wastenoday.pro/BCC
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Dr. Jarom Ipson is a health specialist focusing on hormone optimization, longevity, and performance. He works to help others, particularly entrepreneurs and business leaders, optimize their energy, focus, and resilience while balancing family and life, believing that growth is the foundation for success.
In this episode, we talked about nutrition and hormone optimization, lifestyle habits, behavior change...

Jun 2, 2025 • 52min
Are You a Serial Starter or a Stuck Perfectionist?
Want to double your ticket average without being pushy? Get access to real-time sales training, scripts, and role-play coaching inside the Blue Collar Closer community — join today before the next live Q&A drops: https://wastenoday.pro/BCC
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In this episode, we talked about serial starters vs. perfectionists, taking action, entrepreneurship…

May 26, 2025 • 56min
Beat Decision Fatigue: Why Processes and Systems Save Your Sanity in Sales
Want to double your ticket average without being pushy? Get access to real-time sales training, scripts, and role-play coaching inside the Blue Collar Closer community — join today before the next live Q&A drops: https://wastenoday.pro/BCC
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In this episode, we talked about the power of process, role-playing for performance, Blue-Collar Closer program...

May 19, 2025 • 1h 20min
Matt Conway - Effective Listening: Your Superpower for Building Trust and Winning Business
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Matt Conway is an International Sales Executive at Second Nature AI, a global AI sales roleplay and coaching platform, leveraging over a decade of experience running his own sales advisory and training business. He has trained thousands of salespeople and holds broad experience in sales leadership and strategy across various industries and countries. His diverse background and focus on mastering communication, particularly listening and asking questions, equip professionals to build trust and drive sales.
In this episode, we talked to Matt about effective communication, asking clarifying questions, building rapport...