Pool Nation Podcast

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.
 
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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
 
 

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.
 
Sponsors
The SPPA   - Ultimate Pole - Pool Invoice
 
 
 

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.
 
Sponsors - The SPPA  - Ultimate Pool Tools  - Pool Invoice 
                   Pool Man University
 

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.
 
Sponsors - SPPA    -  Ultimate Pool Tools    - Pool Man University 

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. 
 
Sponsors - Ultimate Tools   - The SPPA  - Pool Man University