Best Forever Self Employed Podcasts (2025)

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3 Ways Contractors RUIN Their SEO 17:07

14d ago17:07

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Send us a text Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's InstagramBy Aaron Parker

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People fail (because they don't have to win)...why starting a business is too cheap. 48:51

2M ago48:51

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Send us a text Ever wonder why so many people talk about “getting started” but never actually do it? In this no-holds-barred conversation, Aaron Parker teams up with long-time industry pro Cody Yarbrough to reveal why a pressure washing business is practically too cheap not to start. They pull zero punches on: Investing vs. Wasting: Why you’ll drop…

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Dominate Google Rankings with AI in 2025 25:12

3M ago25:12

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Send us a text Top 3 Ways To Dominate Google: Discover how to leverage Google reviews, supercharge your website, and tap into AI-driven search to outrank the competition. Google Reviews = Ranking Rocket Fuel: Learn why getting (and keeping) high-quality reviews is more crucial than ever—and what Google’s crackdowns on fake reviews mean for your bus…

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Make Decisions Like A Navy SEAL. (Avoiding the OODA loop at all cost!) 35:43

4M ago35:43

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Send us a text In this episode of the Southeast Softwash podcast, we dive deep into the "Fatal Funnel" of small business and how to avoid the pitfalls that leave many entrepreneurs stuck. Join Cody Yarbrough and Aaron Parker as they break down the OODA Loop—Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act—a tactical decision-making framework that applies just as e…

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This is when you should raise prices (CRITICAL TIMING) 50:02

7M ago50:02

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Send us a text In this episode, hosts Aaron and Cody Yarbrough tackle one of the most critical decisions for business owners—when and how to raise your prices. Whether you're new to the pressure washing business or a seasoned pro, pricing can be a major source of stress. Aaron and Cody provide practical advice, benchmarks, and strategies to help yo…

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Dark Side Energy will make you RICH. (w/ Coty Yarbrough) 1:18:51

7M ago1:18:51

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Send us a text In this episode of the Lean to Mean Academy podcast, hosts Cody Yarbrough and Aaron Parker dive into an important but often overlooked topic in business and personal growth—embracing "dark side energy." The conversation starts with catching up and a light introduction, but it quickly delves into the idea that not all negative energy …

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Year 1 in Pressure Washing: Unlearning the disease of grade school. 25:31

8M ago25:31

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Send us a text "Challenges and Success Strategies for Starting a Pressure Washing Business in 2024" Starting a pressure washing business in 2024 presents both significant opportunities and challenges. The industry has seen individuals achieve remarkable success, transitioning from humble beginnings to earning six to seven figures, thereby significa…

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Google Is KILLING Your Traffic...heres what to do. 14:13

8M ago14:13

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Send us a text 🚨 Is Google Killing Your Traffic? Here's What You Need to Do! 🚨 In our latest Lean and Mean Academy podcast, we dive deep into the rollercoaster world of Google updates with web design expert Chris Lonergan from Footbridge Media. 🎙️ With Google’s ever-changing algorithms, your website's traffic might be taking a hit, but don’t worry—…

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How To Outrank 99% Of Your Competition On Google 17:37

9M ago17:37

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Send us a text In this episode of the Lean & Mean Academy, Aaron Parker is joined by Chris Lonergan from Footbridge Media to reveal the secrets to outranking 99% of your local competitors on Google. Whether you run a pressure washing, landscaping, or HVAC business, these actionable strategies will help you dominate your local market. From maximizin…

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3 SEO Myths That Don't Work Anymore 12:52

11M ago12:52

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Send us a text Welcome back to the channel! In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of SEO with Chris Lonergan. We'll debunk three outdated SEO myths that many new business owners might still be implementing, but are now completely worthless. If you've ever Googled SEO tactics for your website, this podcast is for you. Before we dive into…

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Its NOT your fault...they're confusing you on purpose. 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

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Send us a text Jump in the Pressure Washing Inner Circle Here: https://bit.ly/31vdk8Z Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's Instagram…

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Only Spend 15% On Marketing....Here's why. 29:47

1+ y ago29:47

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Send us a text Save $600 Year On Your Website Here: https://bit.ly/TheBestWebsiteBuilder Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's Instagram…

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Why You'll Never Make REAL Money In Pressure Washing 1:06:39

1+ y ago1:06:39

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Send us a text Why You'll Never Make Real Money In Pressure Washing In this article, we're going to discuss why some people never make real money in the pressure washing industry. We'll explore the mindset and behaviors that hold them back from achieving success. So, if you're looking to take your pressure washing business to the next level, keep r…

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Why Google WONT Approve Your GMB (GBP - Google My Business) 50:10

1+ y ago50:10

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Send us a text Why Google WONT Approve Your GMB (Google My Business) In this article, we will discuss the reasons why Google may not approve your Google My Business (GMB) listing and how you can overcome these challenges. We will also explore the importance of engagement and reviews in improving your GMB ranking. Additionally, we will address the q…

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How Google Reviews Influence Local Business Ranking Exposed 20:08

2y ago20:08

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Send us a text Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal In this in-depth video discussion, we break down the difference between local and national SEO, and the importance of local lead generation for contractors. We discuss the benefits of working with a web development company like Footbridge Media, and how they can help streamline your website deve…

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Selling a 125K Apartment Cleaning Job (How He Bid It And Did It) With Mike Termun from Pickup Powerwashing 34:03

2y ago34:03

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Send us a text #pressurewashing business Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's Instagram…

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its all my fault. - My HARSH Truth About Losing It All & Rising From The Ashes 15:44

2y ago15:44

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Send us a text Its a hard pill to swallow, but the truth will set you free. Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's InstagramBy Aaron Parker

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How Long Does It Take To Get FREE Leads From Google 12:10

2y ago12:10

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Send us a text #googlemybusiness #SEO #websiteoptimization Getting free leads from google is simple, but it's not easy. In this episode we cover expectations on how long its actually going to take to run your business off google alone. Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Ch…

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How To Land Jobs Quoting MORE Than Your Competition 19:45

2y ago19:45

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Send us a text How to price pressure washing jobs for more money #startapressurewashingbusiness Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's Instagram…

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How To Own Multiple Businesses w/ Dominic Urban 33:33

2y ago33:33

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Send us a text Dominic Urban of Urban Cleaning Pros speaks about how he owns multiple business and crushes the Oklahoma City Solar and Pressure Washing Market. Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious St…

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Charge 3x More For These Pressure Washing Niche Services + Chemical Guide 12:51

2y ago12:51

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Send us a text These services demand a higher ticket. Get schooled and get paid. Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Chemicals & Equipment The Pros Use Come To The In-person Training. (Serious Starter Bootcamp) Aaron's Instagram…

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The Cheap A$$ Effect - How To Never Waste Time Again w/ Cheap Prospects 12:32

2y ago12:32

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Send us a text Get The Local Domination Course 0-7k Here: Get Your Ticket To WashCon Live Here: Get the Footbridge Media $199 Deal here: Stop wasting time with cheap prospects. Get them to reveal their intentions with these 3 questions. Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract C…

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The Truth About Competition (Pressure Washing) 13:12

2+ y ago13:12

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Send us a text In this episode we talk about competition in your area for pressure washing services, and the little known fact that your competition will tell you without them even knowing. Get the How To Wash Course: https://bit.ly/HowToWash101 Get Your Ticket To WashCon Live: https://washcon.kartra.com/page/WashCon Get The "How To Actually Wash C…

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EP 3. Exposing the Dirty Truth: An Insider's Look at the Softwash Industry with Coty Yarbrough of Southeast Softwash 35:37

2+ y ago35:37

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Send us a text Visit Southeast Softwash website: https://www.southeastsoftwash.com/ Get How To Build A Pressure Washing Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Si1QeN Get The Local Domination Course : https://bit.ly/LOCALDOMINATIONAARON Follow the youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbrid…

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3 Things You Need To Know BEFORE Starting A Business (Pressure Washing) 15:43

2+ y ago15:43

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Send us a text Get How To Build A Pressure Washing Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Si1QeN Get The Local Domination Course : https://bit.ly/LOCALDOMINATIONAARON Follow the youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Che…

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Why 90% Of Pressure Washing Businesses Fail 22:59

2+ y ago22:59

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Send us a text Get How To Build A Pressure Washing Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Si1QeN Get The Local Domination Course : https://bit.ly/LOCALDOMINATIONAARON Follow the youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronsLeanMeanAcademy Get The "How To Actually Wash Course" Footbridge Media $199 Lean & Mean Deal Pressure Washing Customer Contract Che…

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10. What All Leaders Need to Know About The Future of Work, with Erin Grau of Charter 44:02

3+ y ago44:02

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📰 Erin’s media career: Modernising the New York Times. 02:15 💫 Showcasing the vision for the future and shaping beliefs and priorities around that future. 04:22 🔀 Flexibility is here to stay: hybrid work model is the most preferred type of work but comes with challenges. 05:16 ⚗️ Using Experimentation to get the hybrid model right: HubSpot and thre…

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09. Experts Weigh In On The Biggest Challenges Leaders Face Right Now 25:07

4y ago25:07

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👩‍🎓 Leigh Ann founded the Team Consultant Academy in 2019. 01:02 🙃 Executive coach Gayle Ely of Total Life Leadership on psychological well-being of employees. 03:24 👓 Improvement leader Danielle Freeman of The Clorox Company on lack of clarity. 06:40 😷 Wanda Walker from Uniquely Yours on the changes the pandemic brought and insights into organizat…

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08. 20 Practical and Creative Ways to Appreciate Your Team 38:31

4y ago38:31

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🌟 Appreciation matters. 01:11 🎯 Five core needs according to Maslow. 02:04 🤩 Another way to think about appreciation. 04:27 1️⃣ Words of affirmation should be genuine, specific, and timely. 06:40 🖥️ Creative approaches to words of affirmation 08:06 2️⃣ Acts of service. 15:47 💪 Practical advice to implement acts of service. 16:19 🤔 Better Teams Triv…

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07. How To Effectively Lead Teams Through Change 20:38

4y ago20:38

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🙄 The two reasons teams do not like changes. 01:22 🤓 Many people are considering quitting jobs, so we need to adapt to retain our teams. 03:02 📈 Bruce Tuckman’s stages of group development model. 04:11 ▶️ Coming together: Forming. 04:44 🧠 The Storming phase. 05:52 💪 The Norming phase and Performing. 06:34 😇 Storming is a normal, natural process - s…

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06. How to Overcome Feeling Overwhelmed, Part 2 of 2 27:10

4y ago27:10

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Leaders report being overwhelmed at an alarming rate. 01:02 1️⃣ Thinking versus feeling. 03:28 🤩 Name it to tame it. 05:05 🪜 The tool of using a scale from 1 to 10 to assess emotions. 06:07 ✍️ Write it down! 07:11 🧠 LBT Trivia Question: How many pieces of information can we hold in our minds at one time? 08:27 2️⃣ The chunking technique. 09:09 🙋 As…

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05. How to Overcome Feeling Overwhelmed, Part 1 of 2 30:05

4y ago30:05

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🛀 Calgon, “Take me away!” 01:01 😞 Three out of four people say they’re feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with stress. 02:33 🤷‍♀️ Being the victim of our circumstances is an easy role to play. 04:19 🙅‍♀️ “I'm busy”. It's code for “I'm stressed” but how to change that? 05:54 🧣 The SCARF model. 08:08 👑 We all desire status in our lives. 11:01 👩‍⚕…

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04. 3 Ways To Align Your Team - Goals, Roles & Methods 24:36

4y ago24:36

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⚠️ All teams have at least one area where the team is not fully aligned. 01:02 ⚡ What are the challenges when aligning a team? 02:27 🤔 What is team alignment? 06:22 🧐 What does a team need to be aligned around? 08:04 🚘 LBT Trivia Question: How often should you align your car tires? 10:28 🌞 Re-aligning your team is a very proactive approach. 11:19 2…

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03. The Fear of Falling Behind - Is It Real? 25:47

4y ago25:47

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🤕I’ve experienced the feeling of falling behind on many things during the last year. 1:59 👍 Reframing my thinking and the new learning process has allowed me to catch back up. 3:15 ⏩ ‘Forward’ is my online community for leaders and facilitators. 5:34 👣 A 4-step process to understand FOFB - fear of falling behind. 8:08 🤔 Ask yourself - Are you reall…

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02. Addressing The Elephant In The Room In 6 Steps 36:47

4y ago36:47

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💨 Why do we avoid, accommodate or compromise in conflict situations? 1:30 💣 If we don't talk about unspoken issues openly and constructively, it will drain us. 3:25 ✨ The Thomas Kilmann Instrument (TKI) conflict management instrument. 04:29 🐘 Steps for addressing the elephant in the room. 9:18 1️⃣ Be sure you are in the right mindset first. How to …

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01. Three Ways to Connect Your Team in 15 Minutes or Less 30:02

4y ago30:02

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😞 So many people are feeling isolated due to pandemic. 1:02 😟 We are Zoomed out and missing out on real connections. 2:56 💡 How to recreate office closeness virtually? 05:11 💻 1. Audio-visual connections and finding flexibility. 09:11 🖥️ 2. Using a dedicated channel to connect only to a personal level. 11:32 🎯 Even if you are not a social leader, p…

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00. An Introduction to the Leading Better Teams Podcast 6:47

4y ago6:47

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>> Connect with Leigh Ann: www.better-teams.com >> Get the Better-Teams model to identify your team’s strengths and greatest opportunities using a common language here: https://better-teams.com/better-teams-model/ >> Join FORWARD https://leigh-ann-rodgers.mykajabi.com/join-forwardBy Leigh Ann Rodgers

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