In today’s show, we are putting Dylan Moya in your passenger seat to discuss his career as a 3 million dollar a year plumber. Dylan is a residential service plumber originally out of Southern California. His career didn’t start with success. Forced into the trade due to having a child in high school and not having many other options, he set is mind to a goal. Little did he know…

In today’s show, we are putting Currie Gauvreau in your passenger seat to discuss leading with intention. Leadership is more than a title; it’s more than a paycheck. Leadership is a decision to push forward, to inspire, to rally others around you into something more. Whether you are a leader now or a leader in development, this topic hits home for all of us. In the absence of leaders, leaders must be developed; and it is incumbent upon all of us to be growing our own leadership abilities. Currie Gauvreau is one of those who develops leaders…

In today’s show, we are putting Tommy Mello in your passenger seat to discuss getting out of your comfort zone and expanding what is possible. Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $50 million-plus home service business with over 200 employees in 9 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his…

In today’s show, we are putting Brandon Duncan in your passenger seat to discuss having a bulletproof mindset. Brandon grew up with a father in the trades and started his ride-a-longs at a young age learning the ropes. Growing into the role himself his life didn’t take the turns he thought it would and he ended up in a place uncertain of the next step. Finding new life at a new…

In today’s show, we are putting Gary Singleton in your passenger seat to discuss training in the offseason. Regardless as to whether you are in the HVAC, plumbing, or electrical trades the slow seasons are inevitable. What you do during the down time makes a difference and, in many ways, it is the slow periods that allow for the most gain come opening day. Gary is no stranger to slow seasons…

In today’s show, we are putting Ryan Mayfield in your passenger seat to discuss team building and team work. Teamwork makes the dream work…yes that’s one of those tired cliches; but regardless of any clever statements, teams are still a part any organization. More than likely, you are part of a team now. Wouldn’t life be better if that team functioned more as a team and less like a group of individuals? That is the specialty of our guest today, Ryan Mayfield. Ryan’s sole focuS…

As we wrap up the year, it is time for some reflection. We created an end of the year compilation episode of the top 10 episodes from 2021. Listen to impactful clips from each of these dynamic guests and be reminded of the great information we have learned throughout the year. From us at the Waste No Day podcast, we thank each of you for listening and look forward to a great 2022. Enjoy the highlights!

In today’s show, we are putting Currie Gauvreau in your passenger seat to discuss water treatment and conditioning. Clean water is one of the foremost benefits of the developing world. So much so that it is almost taken for granted to open the tap and have a cup of clean, clear water. However, even with the appearance of clean water, our water is not as clean as it appears. Contaminants, pharmaceuticals, and much more is carried into…

In today’s show, we are putting Dr. ‘Doc’ Mike Simpson in your passenger seat to discuss how age is only a number. Whether you’re over 40, or you’re going to eventually be 40, this podcast is for you. It can be easy to get into a routine and stop pushing yourself. You can also become complacent with the acceptance of less and just end up settling. Dr. Simpson pushes back against that mentality and has the resume to back it up. His life has been one long demonstration of not accepting status quo…

In today’s show, we are putting Dave Daffan in your passenger seat to discuss how his journey of working 80 hours a week and going through life’s difficulties changed his outlook on business. Dave found his way into the HVAC trade through his uncle’s business and began his career as a service technician and installer. Through twenty plus years of hard work…

In today’s show, we are putting Dr. Jack Schafer in your passenger seat to discuss how we can use body language to establish likeability with others. Dr. Schafer started his career in law enforcement as a police officer before applying and being accepted into the FBI. As an agent he was trained…

In today’s show, we are putting Billy Alfaro in your passenger seat to share his story on how the trades had a big impact in his life. Billy’s story intertwines with our previous two guests as we conclude what turned into a three-part series. Like Brandon and Jon, Billy grew up in a difficult environment that refined him in ways that still drive his conduct today. But Billy’s focus in many ways wasn’t solely about himself, but about looking out for his younger brother…

In today’s show, we are putting Brandon Hernandez in your passenger seat to share his story on how the trades had a big impact in his life. Growing up best friends with our previous podcast guest, Jon Perez, Brandon was also left questioning what to do at the end of high school. Making the choice to jump into the trades he attended Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology majoring in plumbing. Graduating the program…

In today’s show, we are putting Jon Perez in your passenger seat to share his story on how the trades had a big impact in his life. Graduating high school, Jon was faced with the typical “what am I going to do with my life” question. However, in Jon’s case the answer to that question required more urgency because he no longer had a place to live. Hopping from couch-to-couch Jon considered his options…

In today’s show, we are putting Al Levi in your passenger seat to discuss the 7 Power Contractor System. Al grew up in the trades as so many have and was working in the industry long before he was able to drive. Through years of experience…

In today’s show, we are putting Gene Slade in your passenger seat to discuss jargon, self-believe, and so much more. Gene Slade is the owner of multiple companies including Lead Ninja System and specializes in the group and individual training of HVAC technicians, plumbers, and electricians across the country. Soon eclipsing seven years in the training sphere, Gene is no stranger…

In today’s show, we are putting Matt Buckwalter in your passenger seat to discuss opportunities. Matt’s story is one of both seizing the opportunity presented to him and in turn providing opportunity to others. Matt grew up in humble means in the town of Lancaster, PA and found his way into the trades through a fortuitous meeting. Starting his career in HVAC as a comfort advisor, Matt quickly…

In today’s show, we are putting Kevin Oliver in your passenger seat or probably more likely in your ear as we discuss dispatching and more. Dispatching is a critical piece to any home services company and the impact of the dispatching role cannot be overlooked. A dispatcher more than perhaps any other employee in the company knows the “pulse” of the day and the technicians. He or she knows if Frank is having a tough stretch, if the revenue goal…

In today’s show, we are putting Ivan Cholakov in your passenger seat discussing how staying fit and eating healthy can have big impact on your future career. Ivan immigrated to the United States from Bulgaria in 2012, as a certified strength and conditioning specialist and nutritionist. As creator of the Spartan Dad Training Program, Ivan personally coaches…

In today’s show, we are putting Mike Paton in your passenger seat discussing the Entrepreneurial Operating System, Traction, Get and Grip, and much more. The Entrepreneurial Operating System, better known as EOS is an organizational structure to help businesses work efficiently and effectively. The six components detailed within its program dive into major areas of the business that are sometimes overlooked…