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The Trades Podcast

Jeff Mudd, Danny Torres
Marketing
Lefty's Plumbing
Networking
Hiring Process
Lefco
Berger Hardware
Pop and Go Rooter
Commercial Accounts
Branding
The Trade Gap
Trades Education
Soft Skills
Career Path and Retention
Bureau Of Labor Statistics
Solar
On-the-Job Training
Door Hardware
Certification
HVAC
Apprenticeships

A Pod cast about the Business of Home Improvement and Promoting the Trades to Young Adults.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes200Founded5 years ago
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Recorded live at Estrella Venue, this milestone episode features an inspiring conversation with industry professionals April Edwards, Cheryl Robertson, Sara Graves, and Nina Ridgley.

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In this episode, Jeff and Danny sit down with Jason Napolski, CEO of A-Tex Pest Management, to discuss how a locally owned pest control company continues to grow while maintaining a strong hometown approach to customer care.

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In this episode, Jeff and Danny explore current workforce data and projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), focusing on the growing demand for skilled trades professionals across the United States.

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In this episode, Jeff and Danny sit down with Scott Levene, Vice President of LevCo, to discuss how a multi-generation family business stays competitive in a rapidly changing home-services and energy landscape.

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Recent Guests

Jason Napolski
A-Tex Pest Management
Episode: Ep 199 Jason Napolski - ATexPest.com
Scott Levene
Vice President at Lefco
Lefco
Episode: Ep 197 Scott Levene - LevCo.io
Chris Koch
Head coach and trainer at BDR, Business Development Resources
BDR Co
Episode: Ep 193 Chris Koch - BDRco.com
Zachary Craig Hansen
Author, entrepreneur, AI/data executive with hands-on trades background
Author of The Trade Gap; AI/ML executive
Episode: Ep 192 Zachary Craig Hanson - The Trade Gap Book
Shonna Jordan
Serial creative entrepreneur, marketer, author, president of a micro manufacturing company
Save a Life / Jordan Jordan
Episode: Ep 191 Shonna Jordan - JordanJordan.com
Rafael Torres
Owner of Lefty's Plumbing and founder of Pop and Go Rooter
Lefty's Plumbing / Pop and Go Rooter
Episode: Ep 189 Rafael Torres - LeftysPlumbingService.com
Kathy Denton
Face of Berger Hardware, long-time employee, specialist in door hardware
Berger Hardware
Episode: Ep 186 Kathy Denton - BergerHardwareInc.com

Hosts

Daniel (Danny) [Full name used consistently across episodes]
Host of The Trades Podcast
Jeff [Full name used consistently across episodes]
Co-host of The Trades Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    Jeff and Danny do a great job interviewing pros in the field. A lot of insightful information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    momomommimimio
    United States2 years ago
  • The Trades Podcast

    Great shows. Danny and Jeff do a terrific job getting the interesting info from the guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bradlocal
    United States4 years ago
  • Curious about trades-based careers? Listen here!

    Jeff & Danny really do a great job of getting all sorts of trades-based business owners on to talk about their career paths and what it takes to do their particular trade. The show is meant to target young people who might want to learn about their future career options, but I’ve enjoyed listening to their guests talk about their journeys to success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colleen@CoachingThroughChaos
    United States5 years ago

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Hosts are strong at pulling practical insights from guests.
Great mix of guests with real-world business lessons.
Audience-friendly approach that helps aspiring trades leaders think bigger.

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Ep 192 Zachary Craig Hanson - The Trade Gap Book
Q: What practical steps can parents take to support their kids in pursuing trades?
Encourage early exploration of hands-on skills, consider trade-centric credentials or apprenticeships, open discussions about ROI and career ladders, and support policies like targeted savings accounts for trades to reduce financial barriers.
Ep 192 Zachary Craig Hanson - The Trade Gap Book
Q: What inspired you to write The Trade Gap, and what change do you want to see in education policy?
The book stems from a personal history of college-leaning pathways failing to deliver financial and career security, aiming to spark reforms that elevate trade education, expand credential reciprocity, and support small businesses with funding and healthcare access.
Ep 191 Shonna Jordan - JordanJordan.com
Q: What makes your Good Old Gals group unique for women in business?
It's a female-focused professional networking group that emphasizes genuine relationships, a supportive community, and experiences over traditional dues-based clubs, with themed events and member-led sharing that leads to real referrals.
Ep 191 Shonna Jordan - JordanJordan.com
Q: How do you approach branding and avoid common branding mistakes?
Start with listening to current clients and reviews to shape language, ensure the brand feels polished and professional, avoid jargon, and test messaging with the target audience rather than trusted insiders like family or friends.
Ep 191 Shonna Jordan - JordanJordan.com
Q: What is Jordan Jordan and what kind of services do you offer?
Jordan Jordan is a marketing agency focused on timeless, classic marketing that emphasizes brand development, polished messaging, and a strategic marketing mix tailored to each business, not just digital tactics.

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A practical, founder- and practitioner-focused show that centers on growing and running trades-based businesses, with episodes covering topics like staffing, training, company culture, marketing, and education within home services. It often features owners, operators, and experts sharing real-world lessons on scaling, customer experience, and navigating industry shifts such as automation, labor markets, and the move toward professional development in trades. Notable strengths include strong emphasis on actionable systems, mentorship, and hands-on strategies for improving profitability and workforce capability, making it useful for current owners, aspiring leaders, and sponsors looking to reach job-ready trades professionals.

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1. Jason Napolski
2. Scott Levene
3. Chris Koch
4. Zachary Craig Hansen
5. Shonna Jordan
6. Rafael Torres
7. Kathy Denton

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