Pool Nation Podcast

E-59 Pool Nation Podcast 5 Tips to Increase your Value & allow you to charge what you are worth

In Episode 59 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about 5 things you can do to instantly increase your value allowing you to charge what your worth.
 
As John and Zac say these are the low hanging fruit that not a lot of people focus on, but can take you and your company to the next level and allow you to charge what you are worth. We also talk about the Pool Nation Awards at the International Pool Spa Patio Expo on Nov 17th.
 
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E-58 Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the Peer to Peer Platform & One-on-One Coaching

In Episode 58 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk about the Pool Nation peer-to-peer platform and the Pool Nation one on one coaching that we have created.  
 
We discuss the goal of creating a platform to help bring together pool pros that want to elevate themselves in the industry. A private and safe environment and platform where the can ask business questions and connect with us and with other like minded peers. A platform where  we talk everything business related.  
 
We also talk about the one on one coaching and mentoring where you meet privately with Edgar, Zac and John to talk about your business and your road map to success. 
 
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The SPPA     Ultimate Pool Tools   Pool Invoice

E-57 Pool Nation Podcast Part 2Your Rate Increases with Pool Pro Mag & Pool Chasers

In Part 2 of Episode 57 of the Pool Nation Podcast we continue our conversation with Megan from Pool Pro Mag and Tyler from the Pool Chasers. We do a deep dive into raising you rates. Megan talks about the results of a survey Pool Pro Magazine did asking business owners if they had  raised their rates. We share the recent industry rate increases and why some of the pool pros might find it hard to increase their rates.
Megan from Pool Pro Mag talks about brining awareness on the increases and how to ensure that you keep it on our business radar. Zac talks about the recent rate increase letters that have been sent out and how those will affect you moving into 2022.
We do a deep dive into figuring out what your rate increase should be, and the tools that are available to use and help you through that process. A must listen to episode.
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The SPPA         Ultimate Pool Tools      Pool Invoice

E-57 Pool Nation Podcast Your Rate Increases with Pool Pro Mag & Pool Chasers Part 1

In Episode 57 of the Pool Nation Podcast we talk to Megan from Pool Pro Mag and Tyler from the Pool Chasers. We do a deep dive into raising you rates. Megan talks about the results of a survey Pool Pro Magazine did asking business owners if they had  raised their rates. We share the recent industry rate increases and why some of the pool pros might find it hard to increase their rates.
Megan from Pool Pro Mag talks about brining awareness on the increases and how to ensure that you keep it on our business radar. Zac talks about the recent rate increase letters that have been sent out and how those will affect you moving into 2022.
We do a deep dive into figuring out what your rate increase should be, and the tools that are available to use and help you through that process. A must listen to episode.
 
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The SPPA           Ultimate Pool Tools              Pool Invoice

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. 
 
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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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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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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.
 
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The SPPA         Ultimate Pool Tools        Pool Invoice