Episodes

Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
In Episode 82 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we talk to Amy Rullo with Scott Payne Custom Pools, Jamie Novak with AquaStar Pool Products and Alicia Stephens with BioLab. With our special Co-Host Megan Kendrick owner of Pool Pro Magazine. We dive into their journeys in the pool industry, the challenges that they face as women in a male dominated industry and the creation of the WITI group for women in the industry. A must listen to episode.
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Monday Mar 14, 2022
E-81 Pool Nation Podcast We talk to Chad Christensen with Leslies Pro
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
In Episode 81 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Chad Christensen from Leslie's Pro about the program and how it can help the pool pros during these difficult times with the chemical shortages. We do a deep dive into the program and how to get the most out of it.
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Monday Mar 07, 2022
E-80 Pool Nation Podcast Starting a Pool Business in 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
In Episode 80 of the Pool Nation Podcast we answer question sent in from Mark in San Diego California. He is looking at jumping into the Pool Service industry and sent in his questions via our question and answer portal from our website. We talk about how many pools you can do when starting a route, the different areas of revenue, and the 3 main areas of focus when starting a business.
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Monday Feb 28, 2022
E-79 Pool Nation Podcast We talk to Eric& Stan Western Pool Spa Show
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
In Episode 79 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Eric and Stan with the Western Pool & Spa show that will be taking place on March 10, 11, & 12 in Long Beach California. We talk about the history of the show and how its put on by a 100 % volunteers.
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
E-78 Pool Nation Podcast we Talk to Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
In Episode 78 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Wayne Ivusich from Taylor Technologies. We talk about his 31 years in the pool industry and get to know the personal side of Wayne. We learned that was Wayne has been doing community theater for many many years and he has taught over 1500 classes in the pool industry over the years.
He shares how the industry has changed over the last 30 years, and how Taylor has grown over the last 3 decades. A must listen to podcast.
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Monday Feb 14, 2022
E-77 Pool Nation Podcast Q&A Part 2 with Edgar, Zac & John
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
In Episode 77 of the Pool Nation Podcast we continue to answer your question that you sent in. We talk about marketing and the sites you should focus on when starting your business, we also talk about creating a tight route and discuss the different options for your routes. We talk about the importance of your business plan and how soon you should set that up.
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Monday Feb 07, 2022
Monday Feb 07, 2022
In Episode 76 of the Pool Nation Podcast we announce that we have partnered with the Western Pool & Spa show in Long Beach California and Hayward Pool Products to bring to you Pool Nation's Top 25 Builders of 2022.
We announce the nominees and we set the date for the awards which will be held at the Western Pool & Spa show on March 11th at 6pm. They will be announced via Instagram Live. So tune it. We also do a Q&A for a pool pro that sent us questions on his business. We break them down and give you 3 different perspectives.
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Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
In Episode 75 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Emily Washcovick host of Yelp's Behind the Review podcast. We continue our series with Yelp and Entreprenuer.com on online marketing, social media, and on this episode we do a deep dive into creating the perfect response strategy for your online reviews. She talks about creating your response strategy and how to deal with negative reviews and turn them to positive view of your business.
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Monday Jan 24, 2022
E-74 Pool Nation Podcast Your Business Strategy & Setting Goals 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
In Episode 74 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about business goals, and how to set up goals that will set you up for success in 2022. We talk about how to effectively use goals so that your business can thrive in this new year. We cover what makes a good goal and what makes a bad goal and what steps to follow when you are setting up goals.
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Monday Jan 17, 2022
E-73 Pool Nation Podcast We talk to Dominick Mondi Executive Director NESPA
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
In Episode 73 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we talk to Dominick Mondi Executive Director of NESPA and his journey into the pool industry. We talk about the history of NESPA, and their advocacy for the pool industry. We talk in detail about the Pool Spa Show that will take place in Atlantic City on January 25th to 27th and what it takes to put on such a large event. Dom discusses the expo part of the show with over 300 vendors and how their education that encompasses over 110 education classes that cover water chemistry, business classes such as hiring the right candidates and even the hands-on classes they offer. A must listen to podcast.
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Pool Nation
Welcome to Pool Nation. The Podcast where it’s all Pool Talk. We are talking about becoming a nation of pool pros. We talk about the latest products, trends and training in the Swimming Pool Industry. We interview leaders, and educators in the swimming pool industry.