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Toolbox for the Trades

ServiceTitan
Servicetitan
Pantheon 2024
Customer Experience
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Networking
Sales
Trades Industry
Mentorship
Business Growth
Conference Best Practices
Financial Management
Inventory Management
Marketing Strategy
Customer Service
Personal Connections
Happy Calls
Hiring Practices
Emergency Dispatching
Coaching

Toolbox for the Trades is a podcast where top service professionals share the tips, tricks, and tactics they use to succeed in their industry. This podcast is brought to you by ServiceTitan—the leading home and commercial field service software. Episodes will feature stories and strategies to help contractors grow and scale their service business. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for m... more

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In this packed episode of Toolbox for the Trades, Justin White, CEO of K&D Landscaping and host of the Trades Talk podcast, returns with a clear message for 2026: raise the bar or get left behind. He and host Amanda dive into the Commercial Landscape... more

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Live from Pantheon, Scorpion CRO Jamie Adams dives into the biggest challenges and opportunities in trades digital marketing. Jamie explains why the rise in competition and advertising costs requires a more sophisticated, data-driven approach. He sha... more

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In this episode, Christina Criniti-Dear, Director of Operations at Zoom Drain and owner of two Florida franchises, shares how she went from answering phones to running the show. She explains why every great leader should start at the bottom, how empa... more

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Tim Johnson, President of Tim Johnson Landscaping in Statesville, NC, shares his blueprint for sustainable business growth, detailing his company's journey from a childhood mowing operation to a multimillion-dollar enterprise. After a period of rapid... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Dear
Director of Operations at Zoom Drain and franchise owner
Zoom Drain
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Miranda Deschamps
Office Manager at ServicePlus Heating and Cooling
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Episode: How ServiceTitan and AI Help Contractors Streamline, Save, and Scale
Karen Edwards
COO of rooferscoffeeshop.com and director at the Roofing Technology Think Tank.
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Episode: Pantheon 2025: The Roofers’ Playbook for Successful Tech Onboarding
Rob Parker
Managing Director of Residential and Commercial Services Investment Banking at Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler
Episode: Maximizing Your EBITDA for a Private Equity Partnership
Eli Zevin
New General Manager of Aspire, previously an early employee at ServiceTitan
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Episode: Built for Landscapers: The AI-Powered Future of Aspire
Brad Barron
Third generation owner at Barron Heating, AC Electrical Plumbing
Barron Heating, AC Electrical Plumbing
Episode: Scaling with Intention: The Systems Behind $45 Million in Revenue
Robert Clinkenbeard
CEO of Wilson360 and host of the Commercial Landscaper Podcast
Wilson360
Episode: Leveraging Predictive Analytics to Navigate Rapid Business Growth
Katy Higgins
Owner of True Pros in Leighton, Utah, leveraging 18 years of HVAC sales experience.
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Episode: From “Nope” to Mic Drop: How Sales Skills Powered a Multimillion-Dollar First Year
Jennifer Shooshanian
Senior Service Coach at BDR, expert in growing and scaling commercial service departments.
BDR
Episode: Fix Sales First: The Key to Growing Your Commercial Service Business

Hosts

Amanda Salvatore
Host of Toolbox for the Trades
Jackie Abel
Host of Toolbox for the Trades

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • Great Podcast!

    Amazing podcast! Great host and really interesting guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FedeNavarr1
    United States10 months ago
  • Nuggets of business gold!

    Jackie and her guests cover all things business and beyond! Get actionable advice for any stage of your journey, plus inspiration to grow personally. With Jackie's vibrant energy and insightful conversations, it's a show you won't want to miss. Keep it up, Jackie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linda__Lee_
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Plumber Surfside Beach

    I found this to be one of the best home service podcasts and definitely worth a listen. I have a plumbing business that services the Myrtle Beach, Surfside, Murrells Inlet, Garden City, Carolina Forest, and Pawleys Island South Carolina area called Avery

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christian Devlin
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing Backbone to build a trades company

    It’s great to hear different opinions on how to run your company. This podcast gives you a good version of different entrepreneurs and what are you doing today with the different economic changes. This is a inspiration for all tradesman to build their own American dream on employing American people, and changing lives of their community!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr Nice Trucks
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    For people who works in the space, there’s so much value to hearing different perspectives from different operators. Love what Jackie does to facilitate such great chats!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh Teekell
    United States3 years ago

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Many find the discussions informative and relatable, providing perspectives that inspire them in their own business ventures.
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The podcast is well-received for its diverse range of topics that are relevant to those in the trades.

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Q: What prompted the decision to turn Zoom Drain into a franchise?
The model was found to be scalable and repeatable, making it suitable for franchising.
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Q: So what started with your father and you just mowing residential lawns... what type of work your business specializes in?
We specialize in production work for commercial construction and large property and landscape maintenance, having dropped residential work seven years ago.
The Grass is Always Greener: How A Family Business Can Innovate and Scale
Q: What advice would you give to contractors who want to give back to their community the same way you have?
When the opportunity presents itself, just do it. It might feel cumbersome or financially impossible at first, but reaching out to others can lead to surprising support from competitors and suppliers.
Niching Down: How Companies in the Trades Can Dominate Their Industry
Q: What is your goal for Service Plumbing?
Automation, so I need this to run without me.
Niching Down: How Companies in the Trades Can Dominate Their Industry
Q: How did you find out about the Medical Gas Division?
They had a medical gas company that didn't want to do the installation.

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Content focuses on practical insights and strategies for professionals in the trades, especially in the fields of HVAC, plumbing, and landscaping. Guests share their experiences regarding business growth, leadership challenges, and the integration of technology to enhance operations. Highlighting the evolution of the trades industry, discussions often revolve around personal stories of overcoming obstacles, mergers and acquisitions, as well as financial strategies that can drive a business forward. There's an emphasis on fostering a supportive workplace culture and embracing innovation, making it a valuable resource for both established professionals and newcomers in the sector.

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1. The Home Service Expert Podcast
2. Waste No Day: A Home Services Motivational Podcast
3. Mastering ServiceTitan
4. HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs
5. To The Point - Home Services Podcast

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Toolbox for the Trades launched 6 years ago and published 259 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Toolbox for the Trades include:

1. Christina Dear
2. Miranda Deschamps
3. Karen Edwards
4. Rob Parker
5. Eli Zevin
6. Brad Barron
7. Robert Clinkenbeard
8. Katy Higgins

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