Make Trades Great Again
Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.
Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in Trades
Tune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 354
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
#74 Bonus
Eric shares some of the highlights from Eric's recent trip to Caleffi in Italy.
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#73 Regular Old Dick Tracy
Eric and Andy get into the weeds about a few things to think about when buying a business.
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#72 Bonus - Union VS Non-union
Listener topic suggestion: Union -vs- Non-union, what are the benefits/differences between the two for a trades worker?
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#71 Taking Vacation
How in the world is a business owner supposed to take time away from their business?! We're taking your calls and emails as usual, this was sent in from a listener. We hope it helps!
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#70 It's all in the details.
Bonus Episode
@abbldgoperator sent in a question for your listening pleasure! Thanks Viktor
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#69 Working together
Eric and Andy discuss a message from a listener about working with subcontractors.
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#68 Bonus - We're calling a time out
Ever just turn off your phone for a few hours? Take a day away, like really away on a regular basis?
Maybe its time we make this a regular thing for the MTGA audience.
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#67 How many batteries do you need?!
Most contractors are loyal to just one cordless tool brand, are you? The guys talk about setting up a service van and the concept of "right tool for the job".
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#66 Bonus What Options?
Bonus Episode, Eric and Andy talk about ways to eliminate options when laying out a complex task.
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#65 Get Prepared
Eric and Andy discuss some ways they use to get prepared for a project.
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#64 Bonus - Social Entertainment
Who we are watching on social media
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#63 Switching Brands
What's it gonna take to make you leave your favorite brand of XYZ product?
This week the guys talk about making the switch, how its no small task and what are the main things to think about when cons…
#62 Bonus Socially Mind Blown
Dude, do you even solder your cast iron press fittings?
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#61 Keeping your cool in the heat of it
Andy recalls a story of a job going poorly and how to handle the fallout. We discuss some of the pitfalls that come along with conflict and irrational customers.
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#60 Bonus - Do It Now!
Do it now! Take a minute to pick up, to organize, to clean as needed but don't put it off.
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#59 Should I quit or ask for a raise?
The guys go to the emails and take questions from listeners on moving on, working for a variety of contractors and asking for a raise.
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#58 Bonus - Stop Talking!
What do you do to stay on track? The guys talk about talking too much on the job. So really, what do you do? Send us your thoughts!
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#57 Tools for Efficiency
Eric and Andy run through their own list of tools that we feel are worth the money just for the efficiency of the job. Thanks Jeremey Steiner for the Email Topic!!
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#56 Bonus - Flip Flops and House Calls
Would you go look at a potential project after hours? How about while wearing your flip flops? The guys talk after hours, last minute opportunities and how to present yourself in front of the custy.
#55 Saying No to Custy
Maybe you're not equipped to do the job? Maybe the custy needs has unreasonable expectations? No matter what at some point YOU WILL NEED TO SAY NO to project opportunities that come your way.