The Trade Industry (Contractor Edition)

Brian T. Frederiksen
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The Trade Industry podcast is a voice for contractors. Created for the industry, by the industry. 

  1. JAN 24

    S2 E3. Why Fence Staining Is the Most Underrated Profit Center

    A wide ranging conversation on fence staining that covers craftsmanship versus shortcuts, oil based versus film forming stains, prep myths, warranties homeowners misunderstand, recurring revenue through maintenance plans, and why staining can deliver fence level margins in a fraction of the time, plus insights from Stain University and real world lessons every fence contractor can apply. Thank you to our Sponsors JCGury

    44 min

  2. JAN 23

    S2 E2. 2026 Kickoff Infrastructure Beats Sales Hustle

    The Trade Industry Podcast opens 2026 with Charlie, Sasha, and the team talking about why most companies do not have a sales problem they have an infrastructure problem, how to standardize trust at the word hello, what OneTap Connect really is, plus updates on FWA social media, the Fence Cruise, and Demo Days in Florida March 26 and 27. Thank you to our Sponsors JCGury

    57 min

  3. 12/03/2025

    S2 E1. Why Pre Gal Iron Wins And The Future Of Temp Fence

    Sasha from Founders Fence joins the show to break down how iron fencing evolved from raw painted steel to pre gal primed and powder coated panels, why material quality and gauge matter for chain link and temp fence, how robotics and overseas innovation are reshaping fabrication, and what contractors should know before chasing the cheapest panels, plus a sneak peek at hands on testing and family fun coming to Demo Days in Florida. Thank you to our sponsors JC Gury

    45 min

  4. 03/31/2025

    Ask Brian and Shawn ANYTHING! Part 2

    In this exciting episode, we have all kinds of guests... You have to listen to find out more! This is the second episode of this series, and we have more to come!

    54 min

  5. 03/31/2025

    Protect Yourself from Material Price Increases

    The truth about escalation clauses with Brian and special guest Isaac Alexander Your Bid Helper!

    31 min

  6. 03/31/2025

    Tariff's at the Gate

    What's really behind your fence price spike?

    57 min

  7. 03/24/2025

    Fence Social – The Ultimate Networking Platform for the Fence and Gate Industry

    In this episode, we introduce Fence Social, the game-changing networking platform built exclusively for the fence and gate industry. Whether you’re a contractor, supplier, or manufacturer, Fence Social connects you with the people and opportunities that can grow your business. Plus, we’re talking about the platform’s FREE business card scanning tool that makes networking faster and smarter. Ready to take your connections to the next level? Head over to fencesocial.com and sign up today – it’s fast, easy, and designed just for YOU!

    36 min

  8. 03/24/2025

    Muppets, Marriage, and Making It Work – Brian & Rowdy Live

    Brian catches up with Rowdy from NW Quikpull while he's in town for the American Rental Association (ARA) show. The conversation goes off the rails as Rowdy throws some shade and calls Susan a muppet (all in good fun, of course). The two also dive into how they managed to survive life before they got married, plus a few laughs about business, life on the road, and surviving the chaos of the ARA. Expect a mix of humor, real talk, and some classic Rowdy banter.

    58 min
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