Pool Nation Podcast

E-56 Pool Nation Podcast - Chlorine Price Increases, Industry Updates & Market Conditions

In Episode 56 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Jared Schwab from Alpha West Marketing Group about the recently released price increases of up to 35% on Cal-Hypo, 50% increase on Tri-Chlor Tabs & dry chlorine and the 10% increase on plastic. 
We also talk about the current conditions of the swimming pool industry with the continued supply issues and we talk about the  current market conditions and if there is any change in sight. We also talk about the current labor market how to be able to find talent in these tough times.
 
We also talk about what the pool pros strategy should be for 2022 with the current conditions not showing that they are going to change over the next year.
 
 
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The SPPA         Ultimate Pool Tools           Pool Invoice
 
 

E-55 Pool Nation Podcast - Online Platforms even if you hate them, you still need them for your business

In Episode 55 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Emily Washcovick host of Behind the Review with Yelp and Entrepreneur.com. We talk about online platforms because
even if you hate them, you still need them for your business. We talk about the main platforms you should be on and how they help shape your business, because in this day and
age your digital presence can have a huge impact on your business and your businesses reputation. 
 
Emily talks about how to create a strong online presence, she explains how review sites work, and the pros and cons of these sites. A must listen to episode.
 
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The SPPA        Ultimate Pool Tools      Pool Invoice

E-54 Pool Nation Podcast we talk Water Chemistry with Bob Lowry

In Episode 54 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about swimming pool water chemistry with Bob Lowry
the founder of the Pool Chemistry Training Institute.  We talk about the 3 different chlorines and
the pros and cons of each one. We also talk about the top 3 things a pool pros should focus on when starting in the industry
the difference between sanitation and oxidation and much more. 
 
Sponsors
 
The SPPA          Ultimate Pool Tools          Pool Invoice
 

E-53 Pool Nation Podcast - Chris Brink CEO HASA - The Chlorine Supply & Industry Updates

In Season 2 Episode 1 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Chris Brink the CEO of Hasa. We do a deep dive into the current status of the industry, and the current condition of the chlorine supply.
Chris talks about the last year and all of the challenges covid-19 has brought to the industry, to HASA and the things they are already doing to position themselves for next year. He also gives us an update on the current condition of the chlorine supply.
A must listen to Podcast
 
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The SPPA     Ultimate Pole     Pool Invoice
 
 
 
 
 

E-52 Pool Nation Podcast The Past Year & The Future - Season One Finale

In Episode 52 of the Pool Nation Podcast we do a recap of Season One. That's right we have done our 52 episode of the 
podcast. It seems that we started yesterday. John, Zac and Edgar share their story about meeting in person for the first time.
On August 8th they met up in Dallas, TX for the first time after doing the podcast together for a year. Listen to what it
was like for each one, and what the future of the Pool Nation Podcast has in store for season 2.
 
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The SPPA     Ultimate Pool Tools    Pool Invoice

E-51 Pool Nation Podcast - Your Online Presence Strategy. How to set yourself up & Why it's important.

In Episode 51 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Emily Washcovich the Host of Behind the Review with Yelp and Entrepreneur.com
We talk about your online presence, how to set yourself up and why its so important for your business in this day and age. We do a deep dive into
the most important platforms your business should be listed on, the do's and don't of your listings, the importance of photos and captions,  the key
components your business listing should have, and how to handle negative reviews.
 
Sponsors
The SPPA         Ultimate Pool Tools        Pool Invoice

E-50 Pool Nation Podcast - Our New Normal, Current Trends & Your Business Strategy

In Episode 50 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the current status of the pool industry. We do a recap of the last 12 months, and how things have progressed in the industry. We break down the top 10 trends we have seen over the last year, how it is affecting the pool industry, and how it will impact you as a business.
One thing is clear. There is a new normal for our industry, and as Bryan Chrissan said "The rules of the game have changed". The days of distributors having plenty of stock on the shelves are gone, and with certain products on backorder for 12 months you need to have a business plan that will allow your business to survive, strive and have a competitive advantage in these unprecedented times.
 
In this Business Strategy Part 1 podcast we talk about a business plan and the first 3 steps to a simple business plan that will allow you to start putting a plan in place. 
 
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The SPPA       Ultimate Pool Tools      Pool Invoice

E-49 Pool Nation Podcast - Reducing Chlorine Demand with Bob, Edgar & John

In Episode 49 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we talk about the continued shortage of chemicals and products in the pool industry, and we talk to Bob Lowry founder of the Pool Chemical Training Institute on how to reduce chlorine demand during these difficult times where chlorine is in short supply.
We break down the alternatives and ways to reduce chlorine demand as you navigate through these difficult times. We talk about Enzymes, Borates, Phosphate Removers, Copper Ionizers, BlueRayxl and much more.
 
Sponsors
The SPPA     Ultimate Pool Tools     Pool Invoice

E-48 Pool Nation Podcast – Profits, Metrics, and Micro Businesses with Pool Invoice

In this Episode 48 of the Pool Nation Podcast John and Edgar talk about Pool Invoice and your business profits. They break down the micro business concept, talk about financial business metrics, and progressive business metrics that allow you to see your businesses profits in real time.  
The number one reason small businesses fail is due to lack of financial knowledge or the disconnect between the cost of the goods or service they offer and the cost of their product. In this episode we talk about some of the fundamentals on how to break down your business into smaller micro businesses so you can have a pulse on the income of each one of them. We also talk about metrics, and progressive business metrics and why they are so essential to the survival of your business.
We share the Pool Nation journey and how Pool Invoice was built to tie in all these concepts and help you run a profitable business.
To check out Pool Invoice go to www.Poolinvoice.com
 
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The SPPA       Ultimate Pool Tools    Pool Invoice

E-47 Pool Nation Podcast - 6 Easy Steps to Better Customer Communication

In Episode 47 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we talk about the 6 steps to better communication and establishing effective communications with your customers
in these difficult times is essential to your customer retention and customer satisfaction. We break down each step and do a deep dive into effective business
communication.
 
"The effectiveness of communication is not defined by the communication, but by the response". Milton Erikson
 
Sponsors
 
The SPPA   -  Ultimate Pool Tools   - Pool Invoice   - Pool Man University