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CSTG 230: Chad Peterman vs. Tommy Mello | Who Wins the Automation Gauntlet?
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1:05:14Automation isn’t the future—it’s happening right now. The question is: will you dominate with it, or be dominated by those who do? In this high-energy Can’t Stop the Growth showdown, Chad Peterman goes head-to-head with Tommy Mello to tackle one of the hottest topics in home services: automation. From call centers to lead follow-up, recruiting, and…
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AI + Humans for a Call Center | AI Trade Talk | Brad Scruggs | Michelle Myers
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29:50☎️ Missed calls = missed opportunities. But what if AI could change that game forever? Brad sits down with Michelle Myers, co-founder of Pink Callers, to uncover how she’s reinventing the call center experience for home service businesses. From dedicated CSRs who feel like part of your team, to after-hours support that actually works, Pink Callers …
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To the Point: The Systems that Took a Restoration & Cleaning Business From 0 to 82 Locations
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59:10How do you take a business from zero to 82 locations in less than two years? 📈 That’s exactly what Dan Claps, CEO and Co-Founder of Voda Cleaning & Restoration, has pulled off, and he’s here to spill the secrets. From his teenage “bourbon side hustle” to building a franchise powerhouse, Dan’s story is equal parts scrappy, bold, and inspiring. In th…
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Building Hope Through the Trades & Education in Uganda with Ann Hill & Richard Mutaawe
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38:29Want a fresh perspective on how trades transform lives and communities? Start here. In this special edition of Around the Campfire, Katie Donovan sits down with Ann Hill, President of African Children Today, and Richard Mutaawe, ACT’s on-site Program Director in Uganda. Together, they share how education, entrepreneurship, and trades training are c…
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CSTG 229: Stop Losing Thousands on Inventory Mistakes with Dave Wigder
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45:08Every HVAC, plumbing, and electrical business hits the same wall: material costs balloon, trucks run short, and cash flow becomes unpredictable. In this episode of Can’t Stop the Growth, Chad Peterman sits down with Dave Wigder, co-founder of Ply, to explore how contractors can take control of their inventory and purchasing to unlock massive growth…
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CSTG 228: Commit to Curiosity with Andrew Hasty
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25:25Ever find yourself gearing up to prove you're right... instead of being curious? Andrew Hasty throws some metaphorical (and literal) darts at the ego 🎯 He unpacks Commitment #2 from “The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership”: Learning Through Curiosity. With help from Ted Lasso, personal stories, and a few dartboard metaphors, Andrew explores wha…
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Rebranding Life and Business with Chad Terrinoni
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59:39What if the darkest chapters of your life were the very thing that prepared you to build something extraordinary? In this episode, Ryan and Justin sit down with Chad Terrinoni, the powerhouse behind Hummingbird Heating & Cooling. Chad’s journey takes us from the chaos of addiction and jail time to building a multi-million-dollar HVAC brand that’s c…
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CSTG 227: Culture is a Symptom of Leadership | Sean Glaze on Building Effective Teams
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41:45Strong systems and great talent only go so far. Lasting success in home service businesses comes down to one thing: leadership. In this episode, Sean Glaze, speaker, author, and team-building expert, joins Chad Peterman to share powerful lessons from his book “What Effective Leaders Do”. Discover how culture is shaped one conversation at a time, wh…
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Scaling a $1M HVAC Company to 500+ Employees | Chad Peterman on AI & Home Service Growth
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30:45From $1M to a 500+ person home service powerhouse—Chad Peterman, President & CEO of Peterman Brothers and host of Can’t Stop the Growth, takes the guest seat in this special “tables turned” episode of AI Trade Talk. Chad shares exactly how his team scaled across 11 locations in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, the strategies behind rapid growth, and…
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To the Point: How To Make Yourself Unstoppable 365 Days A Year w/ Sean Crane
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1:11:41What if the moment that broke you became the moment that built you? In this episode of “To the Point”, Chris and Chad welcome Sean Crane, founder of Unstoppable 365, whose journey from addiction and prison to elite leadership coach is nothing short of transformational. Sean shares how a defining moment in isolation led him to take radical ownership…
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CSTG 226: Radical Responsibility with Chad Peterman
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18:57Ever catch yourself complaining about a problem… then realize you might be part of it? 🎯 Chad is starting a new book, “The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership,” and is taking us on a real-talk ride into one of leadership’s toughest—and most freeing—challenges: radical responsibility 💥. Using parenting moments and office flashbacks, Chad unpacks …
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The Future of Home Service Marketing with Jason Price | My Plumber PLUS
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38:02Want 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, …
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CSTG 225: The Law of Legacy with Chad Peterman
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24:47What 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, hu…
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CSTG 224: How to Lead a Winning Team in Home Services with Coach Jim Johnson
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44:37Home 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 tea…
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CSTG 223: Gridiron to Generators: Building a Powerhouse with Jesse Rack
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40:05What 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…
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Turning Rock Bottom into Redemption with Sean Crane
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1:10:29In 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…
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CSTG 222: The Arena: A New Era of Leadership Development for Home Services | David Gregory
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25:46What 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 …
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How Is AI Revolutionizing The Home Service Industry? | AI Trade Talk with ZyraTalk | Brad Scruggs | Jennifer Bagley
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46:48What 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 automat…
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To the Point: From Wagon Wheels to $20M+ – The Incredible Story of F.F. Hitchcock
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1:01:08What 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…
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CSTG 221: The Law of Explosive Growth with Chad Peterman
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27:47What 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 …
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Why Yard Signs Matter More Than Spreadsheets with Maggie and Andrew Wille
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20:31What 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…
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CSTG 220: Stop Promoting Before Training: The Biggest Mistake in Home Services with Tracy Clark
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38:00Struggling to empower your team in the field or develop confident leaders within your home service business? In this episode, Chad Peterman sits down with Tracy Clark—an executive coach and former 8-figure entrepreneur—to uncover the six key leadership indicators that help you scale without burning out or plateauing. Tracy dives deep into the minds…
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CSTG 219: The Law of Sacrifice with Chad Peterman
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22:56What are you willing to give up to grow? In this episode, Chad dives into John Maxwell's “Law of Sacrifice” and what it means for leaders in high-demand industries. He shares personal reflections from 14 years of leadership, addressing the unseen trade-offs that come with building people and businesses. From waking up early to surrendering control …
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Built on People, Powered by Purpose: Chad Peterman’s Journey to the Top
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51:42In this episode, Justin Judd sits down with Chad Peterman, CEO and founder of Peterman Brothers, to dive deep into the mindset behind building a 500-person service company from the ground up. ⬆️ Chad shares powerful lessons on leadership, habit transformation, vulnerability, and how aligning business growth with personal values can unlock massive i…
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CSTG 218: The Law of Victory with Chad Peterman
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30:20Winning doesn’t happen by accident—especially in the trades. It takes relentless ownership, clear vision, and the discipline to do what most won’t. In this episode, home service business coach Chad Peterman breaks down The Law of Victory, a leadership mindset that separates growth-driven leaders from the rest. He shares how Kobe Bryant inspired a w…
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What Home Service PE Firms Want: A CFO’s Guide to Getting Top Dollar with Paul Maskill
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38:11What’s it really take to run a profitable home service business? 💸 On this episode of AI Trade Talk, Brad sits down with Paul Maskill—fractional CFO and master of blue-collar biz strategy—to dig into the financial truths most owners miss. From pricing mistakes and misunderstood metrics to the surge of PE acquisitions and the magic of recurring reve…
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To the Point: Gridiron Greatness & A Lone Star Legacy
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57:12Get ready for a powerhouse convo on “To The Point” with host Chris Yano and roofing legend Steve Little 🏗️🤝. Steve’s the President of KPost Company and CEO of National Roofing Partners, and he’s built a $123M commercial roofing empire—all from one Dallas-Fort Worth location! They dive into leadership moves that matter: building A-player teams, scal…
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CSTG 217: How to Build a Strong Culture Through Leadership Metrics with Eddie Geller
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46:02Too many home service businesses rely on gut instinct when it comes to leadership performance. In this episode of Can’t Stop the Growth, Chad Peterman sits down with Eddie Geller, founder of SKOR, to explore how measuring leadership behavior—not just results—can transform your team's performance and culture. They dig into the hard lessons learned f…
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Why Fewer Leads Can Mean Bigger Wins: Smart Marketing in the Trades with Laura Koester
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31:15In this episode, Laura Koester, Head of Marketing at Champions Group, joins Katie to talk shop—and it’s anything but boring. 🎙️ From her start in telecom and veterinary marketing to leading strategy in the trades, Laura breaks down what it really takes to succeed in today’s home services landscape. Fewer leads? No problem. It's all about base hits,…
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CSTG 216: The Law of Buy In with Chad Peterman
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22:53In this episode, Chad dives into one of his favorite leadership lessons: John Maxwell's "Law of Buy-In" 🙌 Why? Because no matter how great your plan is, if people don’t believe in you, they won’t follow the vision. Chad shares stories, slip-ups, and aha moments about building trust, leading with character, and creating real team momentum 🔥 Whether …
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CSTG 215: Plug Revenue Leaks with Text Automation: Ryan Fenn & Justin Judd from Chiirp
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50:36Tired of leads falling through the cracks? This episode is a must-listen for home service business owners ready to plug revenue leaks and unlock serious growth 💸 Chad Peterman sits down with Ryan Fenn and Justin Judd from Chiirp to explore how simple automations can transform missed calls and unclosed estimates into booked jobs. Learn how even the …
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CSTG 214: The Law of the Picture with Andrew Hasty
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21:47Ever feel like your words just aren’t landing? 🤔 Maybe it’s time to stop talking and start showing. In this episode, Andrew dives into John Maxwell’s “Law of the Picture”—aka leading by example—and brings it to life with stories that hit home. From battlefield leaders to hallway moments at Peterman Brothers, you’ll hear why how you show up matters …
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To the Point: A New Era of Digital Marketing is Upon Us
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1:05:03On this episode of “To the Point,” Heather McLeod is back on the mic and bringing the 🔥! Now Chief Growth Officer at Authority Brands (hello, $2.1B+), she’s breaking down why modern marketing isn’t just about more leads—it’s about smarter ones. From listening to call recordings to uncover hidden revenue, to why elite marketers must think like opera…
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CSTG 213: The Law of Empowerment with Chad Peterman
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24:36In this episode, Chad breaks down the Law of Empowerment and why simply telling your team to "go do it" isn’t enough. He shares real-life stories, the hard truths about letting go of control, and why giving your team the WHY behind the WHAT is the real secret to growth. If you're building a business, leading a team, or just tired of feeling like yo…
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CSTG 212: Are You the Reason Your Business Isn’t Growing? Leadership Lessons from the Trades with Chad Peterman + Andrew Hasty
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30:50Is your leadership helping your team grow—or holding them back? In this powerful conversation, Chad Peterman sits down with Andrew Hasty to unpack the first 10 irrefutable laws of leadership through the lens of real-world HVAC and home service business challenges. From overcoming limiting beliefs to building a people-first culture, this episode is …
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From $5 to $6.7M: Tom & Karen Balko’s Journey to Scaling a Home Services Powerhouse
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37:44What does it take to grow a home services business from nothing to over $6.7 million in revenue? On this episode of Around the CAMPfire, CAMP Digital CEO Katie Donovan sits down with Tom and Karen Balko to unpack their incredible journey of grit, growth, and getting it done. From barely affording gas money to now leading a booming HVAC and electric…
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CSTG 211: Creating Learning Cultures, Not Just Classrooms with Dr. Kevin Berkopes
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47:06What do furnaces and fractions have in common? 🔥➗ More than you think! In this episode, Chad chats with Dr. Kevin Berkopes, CEO and Cofounder of MathTrack, about building learning organizations where real education goes way beyond check-the-box training. They dive into why mistakes matter, how to actually grow your people, and what it takes to turn…
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AI Trade Talk: Smarter Ads, Faster Bookings, and Data That Deliver with Katie Donovan
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40:52AI Trade Talk is the newest series on Can’t Stop the Growth, created for home service business owners who want to lead at the edge of innovation. Hosted by Brad Scruggs, founder of ZyraTalk, this series highlights the tools, trends, and transformations that are reshaping how HVAC, plumbing, and electrical companies grow. The series kicks off with i…
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CSTG 210: How to Unlock Millions in Revenue Hidden in Your Call Center with Brigham Dickinson
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45:39Most home service businesses are losing money in the one place they least expect it—their call center. Brigham Dickinson reveals how industry leaders like Tommy Mello use proven CSR training strategies to hit 90%+ booking rates and generate millions without spending more on leads. Learn how to turn your CSR team into a leadership pipeline, create a…
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To the Point: Are You Making These Critical Leadership Mistakes? w/ Scott Mann
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31:55🎙️ Get ready for part 2 of Chris and Chad’s episode with Scott Man! They’re unpacking what it really means to connect with your team. From battlefield wisdom to business wins, they dive into the power of seeing the “pictures in people’s heads,” being an empathetic witness, and leading with trust. If you're serious about people-first leadership, thi…
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CSTG 209: This AI Tool Will Fill Your Board (Without Hiring More CSRs) With Brad Scruggs
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37:50Stop missing the calls that fill your board. In this episode of Can’t Stop the Growth, Chad Peterman is joined by Brad Scruggs, President and CMO of ZyraTalk, to talk about a simple but powerful idea: when you stop missing calls, you stop losing jobs. Brad breaks down how HVAC and plumbing businesses are using AI-powered customer service representa…
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To the Point: Home Services Lessons from the Battlefield (From a Green Beret)
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37:02What do Green Berets and business leaders have in common? More than you think. In this featured episode of “To The Point,” Chris and Chad sit down with retired U.S. Army Green Beret Scott Mann—author, actor, TEDx speaker—for a raw and riveting convo on trust, leadership, and human connection. From war zones to boardrooms, Scott shares stories that’…
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CSTG 208: The Missing Bullets of Leadership with Andrew Hasty
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20:35In this episode, Andrew Hasty takes us from the skies of World War II to the heart of modern leadership. 🎯 Using the story of B-17 bombers and survivorship bias, he shows why focusing only on the numbers can make us miss what really matters — grit, resilience, and those unmeasurable “intangibles” your best team players bring every day. 🎙️🔥 It’s dat…
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From Paintbrushes to PE Power Plays with Michelle Micheletti
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28:57Michelle Micheletti went from painting walls with her grandpa to leading marketing across multiple home service brands 💪—and she’s got the stories (and lessons) to prove it. In this episode, she joins Katie Donovan for a convo full of laughs, real talk, and big takeaways. From snow cone stands 🍧 to SEO fails and AI experiments, Michelle keeps it re…
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CSTG 207: Stop Losing Leads: How CSRs Can Book More Jobs Today with Liz Patel
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43:58Think your customer service reps are “just answering phones”? Think again. In this game-changing episode of Can’t Stop the Growth, Chad Peterman sits down with Liz Patel, Manager of Customer Service Coaching at Ryno Strategic Solutions, to reveal how your call center can drive explosive growth—without spending a dollar more on marketing. From handl…
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CSTG 206: How to Get BETTER Leads for Your Home Service Business with Katie Donovan
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40:26Tired of paying for leads that never convert? You’re not alone. In this no-fluff episode of Can’t Stop the Growth, Chad Peterman sits down with Katie Donovan, CEO of Camp Digital, to break down what every service business owner needs to hear: your marketing isn’t broken—it’s misaligned. If your digital ads aren’t bringing in the right customers, it…
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To the Point: Sage Business Advice from Home Services Legends Pt. 2
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52:54🔥 Part 2 is here, and it’s a game-changer! Jonathan Bancroft, Kevin Comerford, and Chad Peterman are back with Chris Yano, dropping serious wisdom on how education fuels massive business growth. They’re talking about training vs. real education, why hiring principals (yes, actual school principals!) changed the game, and how building a learning cul…
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CSTG 205: The Future of Hiring in Trades | Smart Recruiting & Training Strategies | Stephen Rhyne
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50:36Hiring and retaining top talent in the trades has never been more challenging. With increasing competition for skilled workers, outdated recruiting methods, and high employee turnover, home service business owners and leaders are searching for smarter ways to build and sustain a high-performing team. In this episode of Can’t Stop The Growth, Chad P…
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To the Point: Sage Business Advice from Home Services Legends Pt. 1
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48:09Today’s episode of “To The Point” is a big one, and it’s just part 1!💥 Chris Yano brings together some of the biggest names in home services—Kevin Comerford (Service Champions), Jonathan Bancroft (Wrench Group, formerly Morris-Jenkins), and co-host Chad Peterman—for a conversation packed with real talk, industry wisdom, and a whole lot of energy. W…
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CSTG 204: The Law of Connection with Chad Peterman
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25:17Leadership isn’t about control—it’s about connection. If you want to build a high-performing team, you need to start by earning trust and influence before giving orders. In this episode, Chad Peterman explains why leaders who focus on connection create stronger, more engaged teams—and how you can do the same. Many leaders believe authority alone is…
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