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As full time firefighters, fathers, husbands and Entrepreneurs, Bennett J. Grove II and Jeff McDole, Jr. understand the unique challenges that face firefighters running a business. The formula is simple: Lead. Develop. Grow.

Each episode on the Firepreneurs Podcast, we talk about how we can Hone our Leadership skills, Develop and train our teams and then prepare those team members to Grow the business while also growing as people.

In addition, we'll draw on our 20 years of Firefighting experience and over 15 years of experience building, leading and growing small businesses, to discuss the wins and losses we've experienced along the way. Whether it's discussing Life, Leadership and/or Development, we will do our best to equip you with the tools that you will need to succeed in your entrepreneurial journey.

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As full time firefighters, fathers, husbands and Entrepreneurs, Bennett J. Grove II and Jeff McDole, Jr. understand the unique challenges that face firefighters running a business. The formula is simple: Lead. Develop. Grow.

Each episode on the Firepreneurs Podcast, we talk about how we can Hone our Leadership skills, Develop and train our teams and then prepare those team members to Grow the business while also growing as people.

In addition, we'll draw on our 20 years of Firefighting experience and over 15 years of experience building, leading and growing small businesses, to discuss the wins and losses we've experienced along the way. Whether it's discussing Life, Leadership and/or Development, we will do our best to equip you with the tools that you will need to succeed in your entrepreneurial journey.

    TTT - Unpacking the Job Checklist #12

    TTT - Unpacking the Job Checklist #12

    In this episode of the Firepreneurs Podcast, we complete the "Unpacking of the Job Checklist" in the 12th and  final episode of the series, specifically covering “Financials" - This is where we keep score and show our team the results of their hard work. We also give our teams a better understanding of gross profit and production per hour.


    In each episode of this series we tackled a piece from the Job Checklist that Bennett and team use at Fire Dawgs, and explain why they include it on the job checklist and ways to utilize it within your company. This is a series of videos that will tackle one of the most important systems and processes in a home services company.


    Enjoy!

    • 13 min
    TTT - Unpacking the Job Checklist #11

    TTT - Unpacking the Job Checklist #11

    In this episode of the Firepreneurs Podcast, we resume unpacking the Job Checklist in our 10th episode of the series, specifically “Collecting Payment & Closing Job Tasks" - This is your opportunity to give out a Loyalty Card and review sheet to get more reviews and testimonials for your business. 


    In each episode of this series, we are taking a piece from the Job Checklist that Bennett and team use at Fire Dawgs and explain why they include it on the job checklist and ways to utilize it within your company. This is a series of videos that will tackle one of the most important systems and processes in a home services company.


    Enjoy!

    • 7 min
    TTT - Systems and Processes - Unpacking the Job Checklist #10

    TTT - Systems and Processes - Unpacking the Job Checklist #10

    In this episode of the Firepreneurs Podcast, we resume unpacking the Job Checklist in our 9th episode of the series, specifically “Price Acceptance, Doing the Work, and Wrapping Up the Work" - This is your opportunity to confirm the price, provide a quality positive service experience, and wrapping up the job with the customer. This is where your pros have an opportunity to shine! 


    In each episode of this series, we are taking a piece from the Job Checklist that Bennett and team use at Fire Dawgs and explain why they include it on the job checklist and ways to utilize it within your company. This is a series of videos that will tackle one of the most important systems and processes in a home services company.


    Enjoy!

    • 13 min
    T.T.T. Unpacking the Job Checklist #9

    T.T.T. Unpacking the Job Checklist #9

    In this episode of the Firepreneurs Podcast, we resume unpacking the Job Checklist in our 9th episode of the series, specifically "Walk Around Tasks" - This is your opportunity to continue building customer rapport while getting a clear understanding of the work to be performed so that it is a clean transaction for both parties involved. This type of clear communication, and reviewing the scope of work, will cement an impression of professionalism with the customer. 


    Each episode in this series will take a piece from the Job Checklist that Bennett and team use at Fire Dawgs and explain why they include it on the job checklist and ways to utilize it within your company. This is a series of videos that will tackle one of the most important systems and processes in a home services company.

    Enjoy!

    • 10 min
    Interview with 31 Truck, 11 Location Entrepreneur Casey Walsh from Stand Up Guys Junk Removal

    Interview with 31 Truck, 11 Location Entrepreneur Casey Walsh from Stand Up Guys Junk Removal

    On this episode of the Firepreneurs Podcast, we have the privilege on interviewing in person Casey Walsh from Stand Up Guys Junk Removal. Casey started in the junk removal business unofficially in 2008 with a beat up truck and a work ethic. Today, that operation has grown into a 31 truck, 11 location business in 6 states on pace to pass the $7M mark in revenue at the end of 2022. 

    There is a ton of relatable stories, wisdom, mistakes and much more in this interview with Casey. Look for Casey and Bennett together on stage at JunkCon in North Carolina October 12-14th!

    Enjoy the episode!

    • 1h 32 min
    Episode 84: TTT: Systems and Processes - Unpacking the Job Checklist #8

    Episode 84: TTT: Systems and Processes - Unpacking the Job Checklist #8

    In this episode of the Firepreneurs Podcast, we resume unpacking the Job Checklist in our 8th episode of the series, specifically "Arrival Tasks" - Using a Spotter, Body Language with the Customer, etc. This is tailored to home services companies, not just junk removal companies, as it pertains to SAFETY! It is also another foundational first impression for the field that should be generated when you are preparing to service the customer. How we greet or engage with customers while performing Safety tasks says a lot about your company. Using "hand signals" conveys a professional operation. We also discuss gathering tools and following steps into the CRM as we move into the "Customer Greeting"


    Each episode in this series will take a piece from the Job Checklist that Bennett and team use at Fire Dawgs and explain why they include it on the job checklist and ways to utilize it within your company. This is a series of videos that will tackle one of the most important systems and processes in a home services company.

    Enjoy!

    • 7 min

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