Feedbackwrench

FeedbackWRENCH

Feedbackwrench is an Entrepreneurship, leadership, marketing and wealth building podcast dedicated to maximizing the efforts of entrepreneurs and spurring more people to set out into the economy and add value as a business owner.

  1. 09/29/2025

    Entrepreneur Story: Jake Gerl's Journey in Construction and Entrepreneurship with Gerl Construction

    Building Success in the Trades with Jake from Gerl Construction In this episode, Rob interviews Jake from Gerl Construction about his journey into the trades and the creation of his own successful remodeling company. Jake shares insights about his career path, starting from high school aspirations of becoming a police officer to finding his passion in residential construction. He details his education at Chippewa Valley Technical College, his experience in the Minnesota National Guard, and the invaluable lessons learned while working for other construction firms. Jake discusses the importance of networking with subcontractors, the strategies he used to grow his business incrementally, and the impact of providing high-quality work in building a reputation. The conversation also touches on the balance between hard work and personal life, the significance of having a supportive family, and the role of effective marketing in expanding his business. The episode offers valuable advice for anyone considering a career in the trades or looking to start their own construction company. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:07 Jake's Career Path: From High School to Trade School 02:21 Starting and Growing a Construction Business 04:46 Challenges and Learning Experiences in Construction 14:32 Balancing Personal Life and Business 22:58 Managing Subcontractors and Project Planning 28:38 The Importance of Good Selections 29:21 Understanding the Design Process 29:58 Common Homeowner Mistakes 32:08 Payment Structures for Remodels 35:26 The Role of Lumber Yards 37:43 Types of Remodeling Projects 44:17 The Value of Digital Marketing 52:48 Balancing Business and Personal Life Support the show Feedbackwrench helps small businesses fill their sales funnel with high converting websites, market share building advertising & SEO to dominate their competitors. Book on my Calendar Here: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/contact-us Our Marketing & Website Approach: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/how-it-works Websites for Accountants: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountant-websites Online Accountant Course for $500 - https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountants Strategy & Messaging: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/strategy Web Design: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/webdesign Ads & Marketing: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/ppc SEO: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/seo Get Elfsight to embed Google reviews on your website:https://go.elfsight.io/click?pid=539&offer_id=4 PRICING: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/pricing-page Follow us on social: https://www.tiktok.com/@feedbackwrench https://instagram.com/feedbackwrench https://facebook.com/feedbackwrench https://twitter.com/feedbackwrench Examples of our Work: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/our-work

    58 min
  2. Entrepreneur Story: Darion Wiggs on Navigating the Accounting Industry Building Wiggs CPA

    12/09/2024

    Entrepreneur Story: Darion Wiggs on Navigating the Accounting Industry Building Wiggs CPA

    The Journey of Starting and Growing a Successful CPA Firm: Darion's Story | Feedbackwrench Podcast In this episode of the Feedbackwrench Podcast,  Rob sits down with Darion, a CPA from Chicago. Darion shares his inspiring journey of starting his own accounting firm in October 2022, how he transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and the key strategies that have helped him build a successful business. Tune in to learn about the importance of building a brand, leveraging social media for growth, and effectively planning for business success. Whether you're an accountant considering starting your own firm or a business owner looking for invaluable growth insights, this episode is packed with actionable advice and personal anecdotes. 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Darion's Business Journey 00:55 Phase One: Building the Foundation 02:20 Transition to Phase Two 06:09 The Outsourced Accountant Model 11:22 Identifying the Ideal Client 20:08 Creating Intentional Content 33:31 Building Conviction in Your Services 36:18 Challenges of Pricing and Self-Worth 40:19 Leadership and Client Relationships 46:26 Creating Content for Your Business 48:17 Overcoming Content Creation Fears 59:57 The Importance of Authenticity 01:03:10 The Power of Social Media for Business Growth 01:03:44 Building Credibility Through Social Media 01:04:26 The Importance of Consistent Content Creation 01:04:34 Overcoming Challenges and Misconceptions 01:05:39 The Role of Social Media in Client Retention 01:13:47 Strategic Use of Different Social Media Platforms 01:17:43 The Value of Paid Ads and Infrastructure 01:23:03 Advice for New Accountants and Business Owners 01:29:03 The Importance of Strategy and Planning 01:30:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections Support the show Feedbackwrench helps small businesses fill their sales funnel with high converting websites, market share building advertising & SEO to dominate their competitors. Book on my Calendar Here: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/contact-us Our Marketing & Website Approach: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/how-it-works Websites for Accountants: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountant-websites Online Accountant Course for $500 - https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountants Strategy & Messaging: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/strategy Web Design: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/webdesign Ads & Marketing: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/ppc SEO: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/seo Get Elfsight to embed Google reviews on your website:https://go.elfsight.io/click?pid=539&offer_id=4 PRICING: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/pricing-page Follow us on social: https://www.tiktok.com/@feedbackwrench https://instagram.com/feedbackwrench https://facebook.com/feedbackwrench https://twitter.com/feedbackwrench Examples of our Work: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/our-work

    1h 34m
  3. Entrepreneur Story: Ashlee Rickert's Real Estate and Personal Journeys ARC Properties

    12/07/2024

    Entrepreneur Story: Ashlee Rickert's Real Estate and Personal Journeys ARC Properties

    In this episode of the Feedbackwrench podcast, Rob welcomes Ashlee Tupy Rickert, a multi-generational builder, real estate guru, and entrepreneur. Ashlee discusses her extensive experience in real estate, from land development to home building across the South Metro area. She shares her journey of balancing business and family life, the impact of her son Levi’s story, and the importance of leadership, effective communication, and maintaining priorities. Ashlee also delves into the unique challenges of being a woman in construction and offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs on managing expectations and investing in self-growth. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation filled with personal anecdotes, professional wisdom, and heartfelt moments. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Feedbackwrench Podcast 00:08 Meet Ashlee Rickert of ARC Properties 01:25 Ashlee's Family Legacy in Real Estate 03:15 Challenges in Land Development 06:37 Ashlee's Personal Journey and Prioritization 09:06 The Story of Levi: A Mother's Strength 16:08 Faith, Family, and Entrepreneurship 27:47 Raising Adults and Building a Strong Marriage 32:07 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Family Life 32:43 Morning and Evening Routines for Success 35:14 Challenges of Being a Woman in Construction 37:08 Importance of Communication in Construction 45:50 Navigating Family Business Dynamics 51:35 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 57:01 Managing Expectations and Personal Growth 59:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement https://www.instagram.com/propertiesbyarc/ https://www.propertiesbyarc.com/ Support the show Feedbackwrench helps small businesses fill their sales funnel with high converting websites, market share building advertising & SEO to dominate their competitors. Book on my Calendar Here: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/contact-us Our Marketing & Website Approach: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/how-it-works Websites for Accountants: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountant-websites Online Accountant Course for $500 - https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountants Strategy & Messaging: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/strategy Web Design: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/webdesign Ads & Marketing: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/ppc SEO: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/seo Get Elfsight to embed Google reviews on your website:https://go.elfsight.io/click?pid=539&offer_id=4 PRICING: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/pricing-page Follow us on social: https://www.tiktok.com/@feedbackwrench https://instagram.com/feedbackwrench https://facebook.com/feedbackwrench https://twitter.com/feedbackwrench Examples of our Work: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/our-work

    1 hr
  4. ENTREPRENEUR STORY - Shawn Nelson Owner of New Spaces Remodeling & Bloomington City Council Member

    11/01/2024

    ENTREPRENEUR STORY - Shawn Nelson Owner of New Spaces Remodeling & Bloomington City Council Member

    Entrepreneur & Bloomington City Councilman Shawn Nelson is the owner of New Spaces Design Build Remodeling, a second generation remodeling contractor in the Minneapolis St. Paul Twin Cities.  Conversations about running a city, a remodeling company and so much more. Rob Satrom & Shawn Nelson Interview. Check out New Spaces Design-Build Remodeling. Check out Feedbackwrench Web Design, Marketing & Video.  Support the show Feedbackwrench helps small businesses fill their sales funnel with high converting websites, market share building advertising & SEO to dominate their competitors. Book on my Calendar Here: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/contact-us Our Marketing & Website Approach: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/how-it-works Websites for Accountants: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountant-websites Online Accountant Course for $500 - https://www.feedbackwrench.com/accountants Strategy & Messaging: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/strategy Web Design: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/webdesign Ads & Marketing: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/ppc SEO: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/seo Get Elfsight to embed Google reviews on your website:https://go.elfsight.io/click?pid=539&offer_id=4 PRICING: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/pricing-page Follow us on social: https://www.tiktok.com/@feedbackwrench https://instagram.com/feedbackwrench https://facebook.com/feedbackwrench https://twitter.com/feedbackwrench Examples of our Work: https://www.feedbackwrench.com/our-work

    1h 57m

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Feedbackwrench is an Entrepreneurship, leadership, marketing and wealth building podcast dedicated to maximizing the efforts of entrepreneurs and spurring more people to set out into the economy and add value as a business owner.