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Everyoneâs fighting over the same leads, the same job boards, and the same tired marketing tactics. But what if there was a smarter, cheaper, and way more effective way to stand out?
In this episode, Chris and Kevin reveal the underrated strategy thatâs quietly driving top-tier hires, dream clients, and long-term partnerships: hosting your own high-value experiences.
â Learn how to:
Build powerful business relationships without pitching.
Create events that magnetize A-players and ideal clients.
Elevate your brand in any industry without breaking the bank.
Build trust and referrals through real connection.
Need better hires? Bigger clients? More visibility? This episode gives you the strategy to make it happen.If youâre ready for real conversations, proven strategies, and a network that pushes you higher, this is where you belong.
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Turn One Job Into Five: How to Upsell Without More Ads You donât need more ads.
You need a better system.
In this episode, Chris and Kevin break down exactly how to turn one small job into multiple high-value opportunities using smart upselling, strategic follow-ups, and a service model that builds trust and long-term relationships.
Hereâs what youâll learn:â The 4-step upsell ladder (inspection â repair â replacement â subscription)
â Why getting in the house is your #1 revenue move
â How to use âwhen was the last timeâ questions to create demand
â How to turn warm leads into long-term clients
â Why affiliate and sub models are a goldmine for added profit
â The underrated power of door knocking and post-job follow-ups
From real-world gutter jobs to carpet cleaning and plumbing, we unpack simple moves that double your business without burning cash on more ads.
If youâre ready for real conversations, proven strategies, and a network that pushes you higher, this is where you belong.
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AI isnât a threat, itâs your secret weapon.
Missed calls. Lost leads. Overwhelmed staff. Weâve all been there. In this episode, we dive into how AI is solving those problems fast and helping blue-collar businesses grow smarter, not just harder.Hear how one business went from startup to 45 trucks and a multimillion-dollar exit, thanks in part to AI. Get real call demos, find out how it boosts scheduling, lead follow-up, and rehashing old clients. Plus, learn why private equity is pouring into this space and what that means for your future.
If you're still doing it all yourself, this is the wake-up call you didnât know you needed.
00:00 Introduction to AI in Blue Collar Businesses
00:36 The Competitive Advantage of AI
02:08 Real-Life Examples and Case Studies
06:10 AI in Customer Service 10:29 The Future of AI and Business Growth
Blue collar grit meets next-gen tools. It's time to plug in.
Tune in to discover how AI can start working for you!
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Are you pricing jobs based on what the competition chargesâor worse, just winging it? In this episode, Chris and Kevin break down exactly why so many blue collar businesses are losing money on every job⊠and how to stop the bleeding.
Youâll learn:
â How to price for profit (not just to stay busy)
â Why a 30% overhead and 20% profit margin should be your baseline
â How cash flow issuesânot lack of leadsâput businesses under
â Real strategies to fix your pricing, deposits, vendor terms, and more
â Why staying small is actually riskier than scaling smart
Whether you're just getting started or looking to build a 7-figure exit-ready company, this episode gives you the real-world formulas that actually work.
If youâre ready for real conversations, proven strategies, and a network that pushes you higher, this is where you belong.
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Letâs be real. Excuses are easy, ownership is hard. In this episode, Kevin and Chris dive into the raw truth about whatâs really holding most entrepreneurs back: themselves.
From blaming lowballers and labor shortages to avoiding tough conversations about culture and leadership, this is a wake-up call for anyone whoâs serious about growth. Itâs not your market. Itâs not your team. Itâs the habits and blind spots youâve allowed to stay.â Learn how to:
Stop handing your power away with excuses
Take extreme ownership of your outcomes
Build a company people actually want to work for
Make consistent progress with just 60 minutes a day
Recognize how your actions today shape your future
This episode is the reminder every entrepreneur needs: real success starts when the excuses stop.
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Most business owners get delegation wrong because they think hiring someone experienced means they can "hand off the crown" and walk away.
In this episode, Chris and Kevin break down the real key to successful delegation: empowering your team with the systems, support, and clarity they need to win.We share firsthand lessons on:
- Why hiring "skilled" people isn't enough
- How to build buy-in and ownership
- What accountability actually looks like
- The mindset shift that took us from chaos to clarity
If youâre tired of doing it all yourself or frustrated with underperformance, this episode will give you the insight (and reality check) you need.
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What separates a busy business from a profitable one? Processes.
In this episode, kevin and Chris unpack how to scale a business by building simple, repeatable systems that remove you from the day-to-day chaos and unlock serious growth.
Hereâs what we cover:
â Why most entrepreneurs stay stuck as technicians
â How to identify and fix your biggest bottleneck
â Building processes that allow you to delegate and scale
â How we grew a startup windshield business with lightning speed
â The mindset shift from working in your business to on your business
If youâre ready to stop putting out fires and start scaling with intention, this episode is your roadmap to building a business that runs without you.
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College debt or career head start?
In this episode of Blue Collar Millionaire, we dive deep into the growing opportunities in the blue collar space and why more people are choosing trades over traditional degrees. We break down real numbersâman-hour profitability from carpet cleaning to fire restorationâand explain how young workers can go from zero experience to business ownership in just a few years.
We talk about:
Why blue collar isn't a fallbackâitâs a fast track
The massive wave of retiring business owners creating buyout opportunities
How private equity is now paying attention to trades
Why learning on the job beats student loans
And how YOU can make a multi-million dollar exit in under 5 years
Whether you're starting fresh, looking to scale, or want to buy a service-based business, this episode is for you.
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In this episode, we delve into the critical importance of rapid response times for boosting business conversions, illustrated with real-life case studies. Discover how responding quickly to customer inquiries can significantly enhance your business credibility and conversion rates, demonstrated by examples from blue-collar industries.
Learn why being 'born ready' and setting up efficient communication systems can make or break your business, as we share strategies adopted by market leaders and the Amazon culture. Explore how implementing quick response systems can unlock substantial financial gains and customer loyalty.
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In this episode, weâre breaking down the real reason people leave companiesâand how the best leaders flip the script. If you're running a business, your team can either make or break you. So how do you build loyalty, boost performance, and create a culture that people want to be a part of?
Chris and Kevin get real about the mistakes they made early on, the lessons that reshaped their leadership, and the powerful mindset shift that changed their team culture forever. They share tactical ways to connect with your people, reward the right behavior, and become the type of leader people donât want to leave.
đĄ Topics Covered:
Why employees really leave (and itâs not about money)
How to build a culture of loyalty
Performance pay, recognition, and personal growth
What it looks like to invest in your team
Teaching life skills like credit, home buying, and financial literacy
If you want a business that works for you instead of the other way around, it starts with your people.
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In this episode, we delve into why blue collar millionaires avoid get rich quick schemes and the importance of controlling your investments. With real-life examples and personal anecdotes, we explain why high-risk investments often amount to gambling and usually result in losses.
Discover the necessity of having control over your investments and learn practical tips to protect yourself from financial pitfalls. Join us to explore safer, smarter investment strategies backed by hard-earned experience and learn about the resources available at Blue Collar Millionaire. Net aimed at guiding you towards sustainable financial success.
00:00 Introduction: Avoiding Get Rich Quick Schemes 00:28 Understanding the Risks of Fast Money 01:12 Personal Experiences with High-Risk Investments 04:13 The Importance of Control in Investments 04:58 Lessons Learned and Final Advice
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In this episode, we dive deep into relationship capitalâthe ultimate hack for credibility, visibility, and exponential opportunities in business.
đč Why brand ambassadors and key relationships drive business growthđč How networking in the right rooms changed our careers
đč The importance of leveraging other peopleâs experience, skills, and connections
đč Why investing in exclusive masterminds and paid networking groups is a game-changer
đč How to become the connector in your industry and open doors to new opportunities âIf I lost everything, the ONE thing Iâd ask to keep is my relationships.â Want to take your business to the next level?
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What Happens When You STOP Looking for the Easy Button in Sales?
Too many business owners and salespeople search for shortcuts instead of doing what works. The truth? There is no easy button in business. If you want to win, you need to put in the effort, remove risk for your customers, and make it a no-brainer for them to choose YOU over the competition.
In this episode, we break down:
â Why customers hesitate to buyâand how to eliminate that hesitation
â The Test Method: a simple way to show your value before asking for the sale
â How top salespeople de-risk buying decisions and get paid more
â The power of guarantees and free trials to win trust and close deals faster
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Stop Selling, Start Solving: The Secret to Closing More Deals
Most people get sales wrong. They focus on selling when they should be solving. In this episode, we break down the exact method to land high-value deals, even if youâre starting from scratch.
Why nobody cares about your company history (and what actually gets their attention)
How to structure win-win deals where you donât take on risk The power of controlling the lead and building an affiliate network Why the best entrepreneurs arenât the best techniciansâtheyâre the best marketers.
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BoardRoom Elite is where we break down real-world strategies in a small group setting every week. From getting commercial accounts to hiring A-players and even buying businessesâthis is where the real playbook is shared.
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The Hard Truth About Success: Avoid These Career Pitfalls
Success isnât a straight pathâitâs a journey filled with lessons, setbacks, and breakthroughs. In this episode, we dive into the biggest career mistakes people make in their 20s, 30s, and 40s and how to avoid them. From learning the right skills early on to leveraging relationships and scaling your business, we break down what we wish we knew sooner.
We talk about:â The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs and professionals make in each decade
â Why your environment and relationships determine your success
â The power of personal branding and long-term thinking
â How to position yourself for financial freedom before your 40s
Don't waste years figuring it out the hard way. Learn from those who have already been through it!
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Your Customers Hold the Key to Your Next Big Business Move
If youâre not listening to your customers, youâre missing out on massive opportunities for growth. In this episode, we dive into the importance of understanding your customerâs language, pinpointing their pain points, and using that information to refine your marketing, sales, and service offerings.
In This Episode, Youâll Learn:
đ„ How to identify and leverage customer trigger words for marketing
đ„ The subcontractor model and why itâs a game-changer for scaling
đ„ Real-world examples of businesses pivoting based on customer feedback
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Most business owners think competition is about outworking the other guy. But the real winners? They collaborate, learn, and leverage smart strategies to grow FAST.
In this episode, we dive into:
â Secret Shopping â How to spy on your competitors (ethically) and improve your sales process.
â Shop Tours & Hands-on Learning â Why working with industry leaders outside your market will fast-track your success.
â Sam Waltonâs Strategy â How the Walmart founder used competitor insights to dominate retail (and how you can apply this to your business).
â Avoiding Expensive Trial & Error â The smartest way to learn new services and level up your operations without wasting time or money.Join our Boardroom Elite âan exclusive group designed for blue-collar entrepreneurs who are ready to scale. Access weekly Zoom calls, personalized advice from Chris and Kevin, and a network of outstanding entrepreneurs. Learn strategies that work, hear real success stories, and build the business youâve always dreamed of.
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Want a HIGH-PERFORMING Team? Watch This Now
Identify the four quadrants of employees: high performers vs. high culture. Why culture should come first when hiring. The importance of documenting performance to make difficult conversations easier. Proven ways to recruit young talent from trade schools, high schools, and beyond.
Building a team that excels in both culture and performance is no easy task, but it's the key to scaling a successful business. In this episode, Chris and I dive deep into strategies for hiring A-players, identifying team members who are holding your business back, and making the tough decisions that ultimately lead to growth.
Weâll share actionable tips like:
If you're tired of settling for mediocre performance or struggling with low-culture team members, this episode is for you. Learn how to create a winning team that drives your business forward.
00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Culture and Performance
00:45 Hiring and Retaining Good Employees
01:01 Insights from Brian Gottlieb's Book
01:49 The Four Quadrants of Employees
02:37 Documenting Performance Issues
04:33 High Performers with Low Culture
06:58 Hiring Based on Culture First
11:33 Finding High Culture Fits in Schools
14:21 Interview Techniques and Team Feedback
Join our Boardroom Elite âan exclusive group designed for blue-collar entrepreneurs who are ready to scale. Access weekly Zoom calls, personalized advice from Chris and Kevin, and a network of outstanding entrepreneurs. Learn strategies that work, hear real success stories, and build the business youâve always dreamed of.
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Learn the art of the pivot and make smart business moves with these tips! Overcome the fear of change and adapt to new opportunities for success.
In this episode, Kevin and Chris emphasize the importance of pivoting in business decisions to ensure growth and financial success. They discuss reassessing compensation structures, services, prices, and team members to better align with future goals. Personal experiences are shared, illustrating how timely pivots can lead to significant business transformations.
The conversation covers setting realistic timelines for testing new strategies and gathering sufficient data to make informed decisions. Ultimately, the message is clear: be prepared to pivot to secure your future success.
00:00 The Importance of Pivoting in Business
00:52 Real-Life Examples of Business Pivots
01:25 Overcoming the Fear of Change
02:14 Analyzing Data to Make Informed Decisions
04:17 The Role of Experience in Business Decisions
05:07 Adapting Compensation Structures
07:27 Marketing Strategies and Adjustments
13:33 Tracking Performance and Making Adjustments
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Learn about the millionaire mindset and how to achieve success through focus, execution, and personal growth. This video will teach you how to set and achieve your goals like a millionaire!
In this episode, Kevin and Chris explore the crucial concept of focus and why it's essential for business growth. Kevin shares how focusing on one thing, like his gutter cleaning business, helped him achieve multi-million dollar success. They talk about the dangers of spreading yourself too thin and the power of prioritizing your most important goals. From lead generation to efficiency, this episode is packed with practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to scale their business effectively.
00:00 Introduction and Self-Motivation
01:53 The Importance of Focus
03:25 Strategies for Success
08:16 Understanding Your Value
11:56 Practical Advice for Entrepreneurs
If youâre ready to build wealth and achieve success in your business, check out our Boardroom Elite
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