288 episodes

Welcome to Make Trades Great Again! Join Eric and Andy, seasoned plumbing and heating contractors turned business owners, as they dive deep into the world of skilled trades careers.

If you're passionate about building a successful service business or considering starting your own venture in the skilled trades industry, smash that subscribe button. With their wealth of experience and expertise, Eric and Andy share invaluable insights on everything from launching your own business, setting competitive rates, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

Discover the secrets to thriving in the competitive trades landscape as Eric and Andy unravel practical tips, proven strategies, and real-life anecdotes that will fuel your journey towards excellence. Whether you're an aspiring tradesperson, a seasoned professional, or simply intrigued by the fascinating world of skilled trades, this podcast is your go-to resource for success.

Tune in twice a week for engaging discussions, in-depth interviews with industry leaders, and step-by-step guidance on investing wisely in your trade business. We'll explore essential topics like financial management, client relations, staying updated with industry advancements, and much more.

"Make Trades Great Again" is available on all major podcast platforms, ensuring you never miss a chance to level up your career in the trades. Let Eric and Andy empower you to take charge of your professional destiny and carve a rewarding path in the world of skilled trades. Get ready to transform your passion into a thriving and profitable venture!

Make Trades Great Again Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson

    • Business
    • 4.9 • 118 Ratings

Welcome to Make Trades Great Again! Join Eric and Andy, seasoned plumbing and heating contractors turned business owners, as they dive deep into the world of skilled trades careers.

If you're passionate about building a successful service business or considering starting your own venture in the skilled trades industry, smash that subscribe button. With their wealth of experience and expertise, Eric and Andy share invaluable insights on everything from launching your own business, setting competitive rates, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

Discover the secrets to thriving in the competitive trades landscape as Eric and Andy unravel practical tips, proven strategies, and real-life anecdotes that will fuel your journey towards excellence. Whether you're an aspiring tradesperson, a seasoned professional, or simply intrigued by the fascinating world of skilled trades, this podcast is your go-to resource for success.

Tune in twice a week for engaging discussions, in-depth interviews with industry leaders, and step-by-step guidance on investing wisely in your trade business. We'll explore essential topics like financial management, client relations, staying updated with industry advancements, and much more.

"Make Trades Great Again" is available on all major podcast platforms, ensuring you never miss a chance to level up your career in the trades. Let Eric and Andy empower you to take charge of your professional destiny and carve a rewarding path in the world of skilled trades. Get ready to transform your passion into a thriving and profitable venture!

    Eric had surgery. He wont shut up about it...

    Eric had surgery. He wont shut up about it...

    In all seriousness, the guys do talk about a couple recent medical events as a reminder that none of are invincible and taking care of ourselves is paramount to having a long successful career in the trades. 

    Pre-surgery talk started back in February in episode 279: https://maketrades.buzzsprout.com


    Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!
    Eric Aune @mechanicalhub
    Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb

    Check out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    • 21 min
    Tips & Tricks for Economic Shifts

    Tips & Tricks for Economic Shifts

    Eric and Andy share insights and strategies for navigating economic slowdowns amidst shifting market conditions. Whether it's seasonal fluctuations or the impact of high interest rates and inflation on consumer behavior, they delve into practical approaches.

    This episode focuses on the effective practices that have sustained their plumbing and heating service business, with potential applications for various other industries.
    Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!
    Eric Aune @mechanicalhub
    Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb

    Check out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    • 26 min
    Big changes coming for MTGA

    Big changes coming for MTGA

    It’s time for a break from new episodes while the guys work on a new approach to delivering the MTGA content and topics. 

    Please take a look at any one of the 280 previous episodes in our library if you haven’t heard them all. We will be back, thank you for your continued support! 
    Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!
    Eric Aune @mechanicalhub
    Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb

    Check out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    • 12 min
    Give me my money!

    Give me my money!

    Credit card payments are the norm but how much of a risk are they if payments can be easily disputed and taken from you? 

    The guys talk about this as it all started from, where else but a stupid Facebook group… 
    Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!
    Eric Aune @mechanicalhub
    Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb

    Check out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    • 39 min
    Quit Putting It Off!

    Quit Putting It Off!

    Eric has a minor surgery coming up, Andy just had one himself and both could've been done months or even years ago but it's too easy to put it off for another day. 

    In this episode the guys say lit like it is, you gotta make yourself a priority, if you don't it's only going to get worse. 


    Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!
    Eric Aune @mechanicalhub
    Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb

    Check out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    • 25 min
    Becky & Michael, RIDGID Tools

    Becky & Michael, RIDGID Tools

    Here's another one from AHR Expo 2024. Our friends Becky Brotherton and Michael Provenzano join us to talk about the iconic tool company's 100 years of manufacturing history and more. 
    Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!
    Eric Aune @mechanicalhub
    Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb

    Check out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    • 21 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
118 Ratings

118 Ratings

Full Throttle till success ,

Superior podcast

Iv really enjoyed listening to this podcast. Keep up the great content guys. Your making MT proud.

Shea1858 ,

Awesome stuff

As a young 4th year apprentice you guys give a lot of great information and tons to think about. The variety of topics keep me coming back. Fantastic podcast and an awesome listen.

Hard-wrkn-teacher ,

Great Stuff

I’ve listened up to episode four lots of great stuff for a wide variety of audience to listen to if you’re in the plumbing heating and air-conditioning trades. Great stuff guys 😊

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