Pool Nation Podcast

E-46 Pool Nation Podcast BioLab Plant Update & Hiring Process Part 2

In Episode 46 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Leanne De Jesus an HR expert with over 30 years experience in Human Resources including training, development and labor employment.
We talk about the hiring process, behavioral interviewing, and the 3 interviewing steps you should be using for every interview. We also continue the conversation on the current conditions in the swimming 
pool industry and get an update on the BioLab plant in Louisiana that is set to be back online in Spring of 2022.

E-45 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the current condition of the labor market and the importance of your hiring process

In Episode 45 of the Pool Nation Podcast, we breakdown the current condition of the labor market, the high demand for employees in every market and we talk about the hiring process and how important it is to have a solid interview process so you can find and hire the right employees for the right positions.
 
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E-44 Pool Nation Podcast we talk Water Chemistry with Bob Lowry. We talk about pH in fiberglass pools, Acid, Liquid Calcium and more

In Episode 44 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Bob Lowry about water chemistry. We talk about pH in fiberglass pools, and vinyl pools. We also talk about adding borates to pools that are using mineral algastats, we discuss liquid calcium, the color of acid and if it matters, if you should pour acid first or chlorine when servicing a pool, and much more.

E-43 Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Steve Jones & Dennis Cecil about Variable Speed Technology

In Episode 43 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Steve Jones and Dennis Cecil from Fluidra. We talk about variable speed pump technology, the new DOE regulations, and how that will affect the pool pros and homeowners. We do a deep dive into the creation of variable speed pumps, and the best operation for the pumps. We also talk about the key points when selling them to a customer.
 
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E-42 Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Javier Payan and his Journey to Service over 600 Pools a Week

In Episode 42 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Javier Payan from Payan Pool Service out in San Diego California. He shares his story of how he started to service pools straight out of high school and how he now services over 600 pool per week. He shares his ups and downs, and the adjustments he has had to make to ensure that his business it profitable. He talks about his management style and his business philosophy. A must hear story for those that are in the industry.
 
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E-41 Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the Top Reasons why Small Businesses Fail

In Episode 41 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, Zac and John talk about the top 4 reasons small businesses fail. We talk about Financials, Business Planning, Management, and putting Processes in place to help your business thrive. We have our list of top 10 reasons, but will break them down week by week. 
 
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E-40 Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Bob Lowry. We talk Water Chemistry, take your questions and wish John a Happy Birthday

In Episode 40 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Bob Lowry about water chemistry and talk about the best way to kill algae, Total Dissolved Solids, Alkalinity, Carbonate Alkalinity and flakes in swimming pools. We take a call from Big Family Pools to discuss borates, and talk to John about his birthday.
 
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E-39 Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Terry Arko from Hasa about the chlorine shortage, your options, water chemistry, and the new Hasa Liquid Feeder

In Episode 39 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Terry Arko about the news media coverage that has been going around about the chlorine shortage in the swimming pool industry. We talk about your chlorine options as a  pool pro and the new Hasa Liquid Feeder coming out in mid June.
We also talk about water chemistry, the pros and cons of liquid chlorine, and Hasa's new rewards app. 
 
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E-38 Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the Status of The Pool Industry with Albert Miller and Kevin Bulling

In Episode 38 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, John and Zac talk to Albert Miller and Kevin Bulling from Hayward about the Status of The Pool Industry, the forecast for the Pool Industry, Product Shortage, and what you should do to ensure you are able to get your products.
Albert Miller is Haywards Pool Products VP of Sales for the US, and Kevin Bulling is the Dealer Development Manager at Hayward Pool Products. We also talk about Haywards new line of products including their new Heater, that has the smallest foot print of any heater in the industry, the S3 Salt Cell with salt ranges of 800-8,000ppm, and the New XE Pump.
We also talk about the 1st Pool Nation Awards to be held at the International Pool Spa Patio Expo in Dallas.

E-37 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk Profit, Business Planning, Motivation and mistakes along the way.

In Episode 37 of the Pool Nation Podcast Edgar, Zac and John talk about the business mistakes they have made along the way. We talk about Profit, Business Planning and Motivation. We share our stories on the things that we would do differently today vs when we started our businesses. A must listen for the new, and seasoned pool guy.