The Smarter Wealthier Podcast

Jags Mechanical
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

Real money talk for real people in the trades. Hosted by Spencer and his co-host Gabe, this podcast breaks down how blue-collar workers can build wealth, grow careers, and create freedom, without a business degree or trust fund. From tools to taxes, mindset to money moves, we make success in the trades simple, practical, and honest.

  1. May 29

    Episode 40: Stop Waiting to Earn More: The Real Path to Building Wealth (ft: Mike McMeans)

    Mike McMeans breaks down the biggest misconception in personal finance that you have to earn more before you can start saving and shows how discipline, not income, is the true driver of wealth. Learn how small, consistent decisions create long-term financial freedom.   About Mike McMeans Mike McMeans is the President and Owner of Silverling Financial and a Certified Financial Planner® dedicated to helping individuals and families build long-term wealth through disciplined, practical strategies. With a strong focus on shifting financial mindsets, Mike teaches that lasting financial freedom isn’t about earning more it’s about making consistent, intentional decisions with the money you already have.

  2. May 4

    Podcast Update

    Quick update: the podcast is moving from weekly to monthly episodes. This shift allows for more focused topics, consistent length, and more guest conversations, all aimed at delivering stronger, more practical value.

  3. Apr 17

    Episode 39: How to get promoted (Part 2)

    In this episode of the Smarter Wealthier Podcast, Spencer Dillinger and Gabe Rogers explain that getting promoted isn’t just about doing your job well, it’s about developing others and shifting from a “me” mindset to a “we” mindset. They break down how true leaders create value by replacing themselves, avoiding detractor behavior, and becoming multipliers who elevate the performance of everyone around them.

  4. Apr 10

    Episode 38: Own Your Growth: The Discipline of Constant, Never-Ending Improvement

    In this episode of The Smarter Wealthier Podcast, Spencer Dillinger and Gabe Rogers break down what it actually means to pursue constant, never-ending improvement, and why it ultimately comes down to personal ownership. Drawing from real-world experience in the trades, sales, and leadership, they explore the difference between knowing and doing, the role of discipline versus curiosity, and how small, consistent actions compound into long-term success. From practical examples like learning refrigeration systems to broader concepts like balancing life’s “wheel” of growth, this conversation challenges listeners to stop outsourcing their development and start taking responsibility for their next move.

  5. Apr 6

    Episode 37: 24 Years Old, $10M+ in Revenue: Building Without a Degree (ft: Josh Hudepohl)

    In this episode of the Smarter Wealthier Podcast, Spencer and Gabe sit down with 24-year-old entrepreneur Josh Hudepohl, founder of Hudepohl Landscape & Design and Summerside Pools. Starting with just a mower and knocking doors in high school, Josh scaled his business to multi-million-dollar revenue by focusing on consistency, relentless growth, and trusting his instincts.

  6. Mar 27

    Episode 36: What happens when the career you were born into… isn’t the one you’re meant for? (ft. Josh Zolin) *EXPLICIT*

    In this episode, we sit down with Josh Zolin, CEO of Windy City Equipment (WCE), who walked away from a lifelong path in the stunt industry to build a multi-million dollar service business in the trades. Josh shares how he made the transition, what it really took to grow the company, and the mindset shifts that drove their success from hiring the right people to building a culture centered around communication and ownership.

  7. Mar 20

    Episode 35: From 8 techs to 32 (Ft. Rich Malachy)

    In this episode, we sit down with Rich Malachy, owner of Malachy Parts and Service, to break down how he scaled his business from a small team of 8 technicians to a thriving operation with 32. Rich shares the real story behind that growth, what worked, what didn’t, and the decisions that made the biggest impact. The conversation covers hiring and retaining quality technicians, building systems that actually support growth, and the operational discipline required to scale without losing control. This episode is focused on practical insights for anyone in the trades or service industry looking to grow a team, increase capacity, and build a more valuable business.

  8. Mar 13

    Special Podcast Update - Upcoming Podcasts

    In this 3 minute update we share some exciting updates about what is coming with our podcast in the next few weeks.

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Real money talk for real people in the trades. Hosted by Spencer and his co-host Gabe, this podcast breaks down how blue-collar workers can build wealth, grow careers, and create freedom, without a business degree or trust fund. From tools to taxes, mindset to money moves, we make success in the trades simple, practical, and honest.

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  • Creator
    Jags Mechanical
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Smarter Wealthier Podcast