The Pond Digger Podcast Eric Triplett

Ever accuse someone of something they didn’t do? Slayer and Tyson join the show and share what they’ve learned about who or what is the most likely to steal koi…    
 
In this episode, we talk about…
Slayer’s experience of firing a landscaper for stealing koi  Realizing crows eat koi-sized fish Predators are real—blue heron like fancy fish Evidence of another wipeout and live-trapping a skunk  Understanding the habits of wildlife and who to blame for stealing fish Keep your mind open and don’t believe everything you see on YouTube 


Links to Resources:
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
 
If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!
 
You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
 
And follow his adventures in the pond world at:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:
Eric@theponddigger.com

Eric Twigg joins Eric and shares his experiences in the pond digging industry, what it’s like to go ultra viral on TikTok, and why he just keeps it real and is all about more fish! 
 
Eric shares his insight on:
Twigg’s first impression of the pond industry and first professional build  The value of putting yourself out there and being vulnerable Filtration systems, undergravel grids, and other lessons in pond digging  Creating the Pond House—an outdoor living quarters indoors  1 million plus views and whether or not to pin videos on TikTok   Going ultra uber viral on TikTok and trying to answer all the questions  Knowing what you want for your business when using TikTok “Snapchat on steroids” and the effort social media requires    Finding the platform that allows you to communicate with your community  How being real resonates and what’s in store for Twigg’s future 


Links to resources:
Eric Twigg on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@erictwigg
 
Train with Triplett on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trainwithtriplett
 
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
 
If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!
 
You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
 
And follow his adventures in the pond world at:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:
Eric@theponddigger.com

Listen to Eric’s recent interview with Laura Reale on the Landscape Marketing Secrets Podcast, where he shares his experiences with TikTok, how to leverage TikTok as a business owner, and why TikTok doesn’t have to be scary! 
 
Eric shares his insight on:
Observing the evolution of social media platforms When and why Eric started using TikTok Training the algorithm to get what you want from TikTok  Eric’s experience of getting 10K followers on TikTok vs. Instagram Details about the new Train with Triplett TikTok account  The importance of having coaches, whether they’re young or old  Learning from your audience to produce the content you want  Advice for getting to the point quickly and finding your pace    Don’t pull a Laura and give up after making only two videos Suggestion for creating a TikTok account based on what you do  Holding yourself accountable by setting goals for content production 


Links to resources:
 
Landscape Marketing Secrets Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/landscape-marketing-secrets/id1286389781
 
Train with Triplett on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trainwithtriplett
 
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
 
If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!
 
You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
 
And follow his adventures in the pond world at:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:
Eric@theponddigger.com

Brian Fitzimmons recalls how he persevered even after losing his growing business to a fire, and what it takes to successfully manage multiple stores, be the exclusive importer for a major brand, and own over 100 acres for his business… 
 
Eric shares his insight on:
What it takes to bounce back after a devastating fire Focusing on moving forward instead of on what could have been Shifting from leasing a property to buying 100 acres Making the decision to not depend on one location for business to run  Being on the business vs. being in the business  The value of training the right people so they have the skills to grow   Challenges of being the exclusive importer for Evolution Aqua New products to know for koi ponds and whether to list brands for customers Understanding how to talk to clients about fulfilling their dream vs. selling to them  What to expect when purchasing fish from a farm vs. store 


Links to resources:
 
Fitz’s Fish Ponds- https://www.fitzfishponds.com/
 
Fitz’s Fish Ponds YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIzO41pTpqRxZBuanS7HwnQ
 
Everything Koi - https://everythingkoi.com/
 
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
 
If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!
 
You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
 
And follow his adventures in the pond world at:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:
Eric@theponddigger.com

Dave Deponte shares his pond building experience, what he’s learned about losing fish, why Eric is the reason he drinks less, and why it’s okay to be neurotic about your pond. 
 
Eric shares his insight on:
How Dave became interested in ponds and dug his first pond by hand  Dave’s initial unwillingness to hire Eric, until his wife him do it  How Dave’s neurotic regimen of pond maintenance keeps him calm  Why it’s important to introduce new fish to your pond responsibly  How managing the pond helped Dave manage stress and decrease drinking  What it’s like to buy the fish that no one else wants 


Links to resources:



The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
 
If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!
 
You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
 
And follow his adventures in the pond world at:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:
Eric@theponddigger.com

Rehabilitating wildlife is second nature to the Pond Digger crew. Listen in as they share how they finally achieved their 501(c)(3) status, what they learned during their first fundraiser and what they have in store for the Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation! 
 
Eric shares his insight on:
From opossums to great horned owls, how Leslie first started in wildlife rehab  The evolution of the wildlife rehabilitation community  When Leslie’s pet shop was the epicenter of wildlife rehab How social media has made wildlife rehab larger and more accessible  Recognizing the need to become a 501(c)(3) organization  The impact of the Apple and El Dorado fires on wildlife conservancies  The logo behind the Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation  Fun stories about the 4x4x48 fundraising challenge, sunsets, and tattoos    Gratitude for making the nonprofit a reality after 35 years 


Links to resources:
 
The Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation - 
https://www.ponddiggerranchwildliferehab.com/home
 
The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/
 
If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!
 
You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:
http://helixpondfiltration.com/
 
And follow his adventures in the pond world at:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:
Eric@theponddigger.com