Can't Stop the Growth

Want more leads and loyalty without wasting ad dollars? Start here. In this episode of Around the Campfire, Katie Donovan sits down with Jason Price, Director of Marketing at My Plumber Plus, to explore how AI and community-driven marketing are transforming growth for home service businesses. Jason breaks down how to think differently about brand, where AI fits in (and where it doesn’t), and why building a community outside the job creates loyalty that marketing dollars can’t buy. If you’re in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical and looking for fresh strategies that actually drive growth, this one’s packed with takeaways you can act on right now. Additional Resources: Connect with Jason Price on LinkedIn Learn more about My Plumber PLUS Connect with Katie Donovan on LinkedIn Follow Camp Digital on LinkedIn Learn more about Camp Digital Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: AI helps streamline marketing—but only works if it sounds like you. The best brands feel human, even when powered by automation. Community involvement creates loyalty and word-of-mouth that paid ads can’t touch. Customers don’t just want service—they want a relationship with a brand they trust. Marketing in 2025 means blending tech and trust. One without the other won’t scale.

What if your greatest leadership move isn’t something you do today, but how people talk about you years from now? Chad gets real about Maxwell’s final law, and why it’s less about your resume and more about the ripple effects of your daily choices. With personal stories and reflections on growing up in a no-nonsense household, Chad brings heart, humor, and some hard truths. From learning how to lead without a blueprint to grooming the next generation (and knowing when to hand them the baton 🏃‍♂️), this episode is all about creating a legacy that lives far beyond the job site. If you’ve ever wondered what people will really remember about you—this one’s for you. Let’s go build something worth passing down 💥.   Additional Resources:  Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community! Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn      Key Takeaways: Legacy is built through consistent daily actions, not big achievements. Leadership starts at home through lived values. Empowering others is more impactful than personal recognition. Great leaders know when to let others lead. Intentional, selfless leadership shapes lasting influence.

Home service business owners, HVAC and plumbing leaders, and contractors looking to build stronger teams, this episode is your blueprint for leading with impact. Former championship-winning basketball coach Jim Johnson shares powerful leadership lessons that apply directly to growing and scaling a home service company. From turning around toxic team dynamics to coaching underdogs into top performers, Jim unpacks the real difference between average and elite leaders—and how culture drives it all. Chad Peterman connects every story to what matters for trades business growth today: retention, communication, and empowering your people to lead. If you're building a high-performing team in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical, this episode is a must. Free Coaching for Home Service Pros Additional Resources: Jim Johnson on LinkedIn Jim Johnson’s Website Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Self-leadership comes first – If you can't lead yourself, you can’t lead your team. Culture drives performance – Championship teams win because they care about each other. Empowered teams outperform – The best ideas often come when you stop talking and start listening. Role clarity matters – Everyone needs to know what “winning” looks like in their role. One-on-one time isn’t optional – If you're skipping check-ins, you're losing your best players

What happens when a former college football player brings locker room leadership to the trades? You get a family business turned industry powerhouse, and one heck of a growth story. 🚀 Chad chats with Jesse Rack, CEO of Rack Electric and the driving force behind one of the Southeast’s fastest-scaling service businesses. From one truck to 110+ on the road, Jesse breaks down how he transformed a small electrical company into a multi-division operation spanning generators, HVAC, propane, and more. Tune in for stories about branding that sticks, culture that wins, and what it really takes to lead a team through growth, adversity, and everything in between. If you’re in the trades—or leading anything people-first—this is your playbook 📈   Additional Resources:  Connect with Jesse on LinkedIn Learn more about Rack Electric Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community! Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn  Key Takeaways: Scaling a company requires empowering others and letting go of control. Building a strong internal culture leads to consistency, accountability, and growth. First impressions and a clear, authentic brand can create lasting trust with customers. Growth often comes from stepping outside your comfort zone and taking calculated risks. Recruiting, training, and retaining the right people is the foundation of long-term success.

In this powerful episode, Ryan Fenn and Justin Judd welcome Sean Michael Crane, founder of Unstoppable 365, for a gripping and transformative conversation. Sean shares his extraordinary journey from growing up in a chaotic, addiction-plagued household to facing a wrongful attempted murder charge and finding redemption through faith, discipline, and relentless self-improvement. Tune in to discover how Sean turned a jail cell into a sanctuary for growth, built a thriving coaching business, and now helps others become truly unstoppable. This episode is a raw, inspiring testament to the human spirit, the power of mindset, and the miracles of transformation.   Additional Resources: Listen to the original episode! Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Connect with Justin on LinkedIn Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Learn more about Chiirp! Connect with Chad on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: Adversity can fuel resilience and purpose. True change starts with full accountability. Discipline and routine drive transformation. Faith can guide you through darkness. Sharing your story empowers others.

What if every contractor had access to world-class leadership training, accountability, and a community that actually gets it? That’s exactly what Chad Peterman and David Gregory are building with The Arena. In this episode of Can't Stop the Growth, Chad and David pull back the curtain on a game-changing platform for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical leaders who are ready to grow—faster and smarter. From breaking leadership ceilings to solving real business challenges alongside like-minded pros, this episode is a call to action for anyone serious about leading their team and business to the next level. Whether you're at $3M or $30M, The Arena was built for YOU. Join the movement. 🔗 cantstopthegrowth.com → Join The Arena. Additional Resources: David on LinkedIn Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Contractors aren’t alone. The Arena connects leaders facing the same struggles. Growth stalls when leadership doesn't—scaling requires developing yourself and your people. Leadership lives beyond tactics—it’s about culture, buy-in, and accountability. Weekly live trainings, Q&As, and leadership resources make professional development a turnkey process. The Arena isn’t just another group—it’s a movement to elevate the entire home services industry.

What if your HVAC or plumbing website could instantly change based on what a homeowner is searching for? Or your schedule could sync with live promotions to boost bookings when you're light? Jennifer Bagley of CI Web Group joins AI Trade Talk to break down the next frontier in home service growth: AI-optimized websites, AI search, and smart automation that drives real results. If you're still not using AI to drive leads and streamline operations, this episode is your wake-up call.  Hosted by Brad Scruggs of Zyratalk and powered by Can’t Stop the Growth with Chad Peterman. Additional Resources: Connect with Jennifer Learn more about CI Web Group Connect with Brad on LinkedIn Ready to Chat Smarter? Grab Your Free ZyraTalk Demo! Learn more about Zyratalk Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Chad on LinkedIn Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: How AI search is changing visibility in HVAC & plumbing Why 24/7 booking is no longer optional How one company booked 3,000+ calls in a single day using AI The mindset shifts needed to scale faster and stay competitive

What happens when a 150-year-old business decides to reinvent itself—and ends up hitting $20 million in revenue? Hosts Chris Yano and Chad Peterman sit down with John Bowman of F.F. Hitchcock to unpack how a legacy company founded in 1870 transformed into a $20M service powerhouse. John gets real about navigating change, surviving the 2008 downturn, and discovering that growth often starts with admitting what you don’t know. From Rhino X revelations to building upside-down trade show booths, John shares how creativity, team culture, and a willingness to listen have redefined what's possible in the trades. If you’re into legacy, leadership, and laughing at mullet-themed marketing ideas, this one’s for you 🎯🔥.   Additional Resources: Listen to the original episode! Learn more about To the Point Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Connect with Chris on LinkedIn Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: Learning from peers can spark major growth. Shifting focus can lead to long-term success. Leading by example builds strong teams. Creativity sets your brand apart. Delegation is key to scaling effectively.

What if the fastest way to grow your team... is to stop hiring? 🤯 In this episode, Chad takes us behind the curtain of what real explosive growth looks like—not the glamorous, glossy kind, but the messy, lesson-filled version that comes when you scale fast and learn hard. 🚀 He unpacks the difference between simply adding people to your team versus multiplying impact by building leaders who carry the vision forward. From COVID-era hiring frenzies to raw stories about broken systems and rebuilding the right way, Chad brings humor, honesty, and heart to leadership. Listen in as Chad reminds everyone: real growth starts with us. Let’s build something—and someone—worth multiplying. 💥   Additional Resources:  Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community! Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn      Key Takeaways: Multiplying leaders drives lasting growth—adding people alone won’t scale impact. Growth fails without structure: KPIs, training, and clear paths are essential. Strong leadership starts with personal discipline and daily habits. Empower top performers to mentor others and spread leadership. True leadership creates lasting influence and a people-first legacy.

What do you get when you mix a plumbing biz, a power couple, and a whole lot of hustle? This episode with Maggie and Andrew Wille of Platinum Plumbing delivers the real story behind building a business together, from raising kids to managing KPIs. Andrew shares how plumbing chose him, and Maggie opens up about trading her Fortune 250 career for the chaos and fulfillment of entrepreneurship. They talk yard signs as performance metrics, why EOS changed the game, and how setting boundaries (like Maggie’s sacred summer day off) keeps their family and business strong ❤️. Whether you’re building a team or building a life—this one’s for you!   Additional Resources: Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn Connect with Katie Donovan Follow Camp Digital on LinkedIn Learn more about Camp Digital Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community! Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website More on PeopleForward Network Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn    Key Takeaways: Yard signs, reviews, and stickers offer simple but powerful insight into team performance and customer happiness. EOS brought clarity and structure to their fast-growing business. Communication is key when business and marriage intertwine.