The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast Trevor Matthews

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In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Madi Sakande, President of the Union of Associations of African Actors in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (U-3ARC) about his efforts to uplift the refrigeration industry across Africa. He’s been a longtime advocate for more training facilities and understanding of refrigeration's importance in preventing food loss and affecting climate change. He’s also working to unify and train technicians, promote gender inclusion, and create far greater awareness about the refrigeration industry among politicians, change makers and the broad public.
In this conversation, Trevor and Madi discuss:
-Refrigeration Challenges in Africa
-Investing in knowledge and training outside of work
-The rapid evolution of refrigeration due to climate change
-Promoting Refrigeration Awareness in Africa
-Making consumers and politicians more aware of refrigeration
-Changing the focus of World Refrigeration Day
-Gender inclusion in refrigeration
-Food loss challenges due to lack of refrigeration in Africa
Helpful links and resources:
Union of Associations of African Actors in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (U-3ARC) 
Follow Madi Sakande on LinkedIn
World Refrigeration Day (June 26)
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In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor podcast, host Trevor Matthews digs deep into how to master goal setting - perhaps the biggest step in professional development. But it’s not just about writing out a goal and hoping it works, there’s a process to attaining it. Constant self-assessment and continuing to learn along the way are key to really elevating your career in the refrigeration industry. This conversation will teach you how to create specific and measurable goals, the importance of better communication, learning the business and financial side of the industry, and how to overcome obstacles and stay motivated when the journey gets challenging.
In this episode, Trevor talks about: 
-Creating actionable steps toward a goal
-How to achieve a goal
-Starting with a self-assessment
-Basing your goals around your desires and alignment
-Learning the business and financial sides of refrigeration
-Hiring a coach
-Defining a vision for your goal
-Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant & Time-Bound)
Helpful links & resources mentioned:
Episode 169: Leadership Insights: Work Ethic and Value Creation with Scott Farley of The Arcticom Group
Episode 187: Making The Leap From Technician To Service Manager - Learning Leadership Skills with Scott Farley of The Arcticom Group
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In this episode of The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Holden Shamburger, Founder of HVACTIME and Chiller Academy, about his journey from refrigeration technician to creating popular online content and launching an online course called Chiller Academy. They cover the importance of technical and personal growth, and share advice for new refrigeration technicians on how to work your way up the career ladder through hard work, mentorship and asking for opportunities. 
In this conversation, Trevor and Holden cover:
-How Holden landed a service contract while dining at a restaurant
-Transitioning between different size and types of refrigeration systems
-Working your way into senior roles and asking for opportunities
-Tips for technicians who want to move into a senior role
-Importance of education and mentorship
-Entrepreneurial mindset
-Gaining a big following on YouTube
-Creating HVAC video content for social media
-Why Chiller Academy has taken a different approach to education
-The pros and cons of unions
-The flexibility and customized approach to an online course
Helpful links and resources:
Learn more about Chiller Academy
HVACTIME on YouTube 
Email Holden: hvactime@hvactimetx.com 
HVACTIME on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn
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In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews discusses the need to balance both technical skills with personal and professional development, in order to be best prepared for the future of refrigeration (and all trades). From mental health, to mentorship, understanding finances and the value of setting clear objectives, Trevor has some actionable tips and practices that are vital for a thriving career, life and retirement as a refrigeration technician, that you won’t learn in school. 
In this episode, Trevor talks about:
-Building good habits
-The need for more (and better) mentors for young people
-Not getting discouraged by mistakes or negative events
-Generational changes in attitudes
-The importance of being around the right people
-Why mindset shifts take time and practice
-Taking an assessment of where you are now and where you want to be
-Importance of working with a coach
-Financial responsibility
-Career potential in the refrigeration industry
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In this episode of The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast, host Trevor Matthews dives into the journey of Patrick Connelly, Owner of Climarite in England, from starting out as a refrigeration technician (somewhat incidentally following a fishing trip mishap) to becoming a business owner. Patrick talks about key things to learn early on in your refrigeration career, with plenty of advice and tips for apprentices and first-generation technicians. He also dives into his transition into entrepreneurship and the challenges and lessons from starting a small business. 
In this episode, Trevor and Patrick discuss:
-Key things to learn early in your refrigeration career
-Importance of learning both the service and installation sides
-Advice for refrigeration apprentices
-International trade recognition and working abroad in refrigeration
-Improving your skills early on by taking on-calls
-The benefits of formal training vs. learning on the job
-Training for CO2 refrigeration
-Advice for launching your own refrigeration business
-Why small companies need to invest in apprentices
-Tips for starting out as a refrigeration technician
-Patrick’s 2 biggest tips for new refrigeration technicians
Helpful links & resources:
Learn more about Climarite
Follow Climarite on LinkedIn
Connect with Partick Connolly on LinkedIn
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In this episode of the Refrigeration Mentor podcast, host Trevor Matthews talks with Jim Pape, CEO of The Arcticom Group, a team of companies that specializes in high-complexity commercial and industrial HVACR services across North America, about growing and scaling a company around great leadership. Jim talks about how they invest heavily in great management - a key to recruiting and retaining great employees, particularly in acquisitions where multiple companies are brought together. They also dive into the future of the trades, the need for increased awareness and entry points into the refrigeration and HVAC field, and the tremendous career and income opportunities in the trades. 
In this episode, Trevor and Jim discuss:
-Employee retention strategies
-Investing in middle management for better retention
-Building a strong company culture for retention
-The future of recruitment and expansion
-Engaging the next generation in refrigeration
-How to consolidate companies effectively
-The future of CO2 refrigeration
-3 keys of building a business: profit, culture and retention
-How to retain good employees
-The unique and highly coveted skills of HVACR technicians
-The massive opportunities and career potential in the trades
-Continuing education and going to school later in life
-Re-emphasizing skilled work in high school
Helpful links and resources:
Learn more about The Arcticom Group
Email: hello@arcticomgroup.com  
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