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The Summit Podcast is a conversations-first show for business owners, leaders, and high performers who are committed to growth—personally and professionally. Hosted by Bob Turner, performance coach and founder of Summit Coaching & Consulting, the podcast features real, unfiltered conversations with entrepreneurs, contractors, coaches, and operators who are building businesses, leading teams, and navigating the challenges that come with growth. These aren’t highlight-reel success stories. We dig into mindset, leadership, discipline, decision-making, failure, resilience, and what it actually takes to show up every day and lead at a higher level—at work, at home, and in life. Whether you’re scaling a business, rebuilding after adversity, or simply looking for clarity and momentum, The Summit Podcast is designed to challenge your thinking, sharpen your edge, and help you rise to the next level. This is about doing the work. This is about becoming uncommon. This is The Summit.

  1. JAN 30

    Building Trust Before Crisis: Inside Octagon Cleaning & Restoration | The Summit Podcast

    In this episode of The Summit Podcast, host Bob Turner sits down with Robin Mullins of Octagon Cleaning and Restoration, a family-owned restoration company serving Maine and New Hampshire for more than 23 years. Robin shares what it takes to build a trusted restoration business in an industry where clients are often dealing with some of the most stressful moments of their lives. From working with insurance adjusters to minimizing emotional and physical disruption during restoration projects, this conversation highlights the importance of relationships, consistency, and community involvement. The discussion also dives into Octagon’s Ice Fishing Derby, a long-running community fundraiser that supports local charities and reinforces the company’s belief in giving back to the communities they serve. If you’re a contractor, restoration professional, or local business owner looking to grow through trust, reputation, and service, this episode delivers real-world insight from a business that has stood the test of time. Restoration Business Octagon Cleaning Family Owned Business Local Business Community Engagement Insurance Restoration Contractor Podcast Small Business Leadership Maine Business Summit Podcast

    24 min

  2. JAN 25

    Leading Through Resistance: Brandy Kemp on Growth, Tough Decisions, and Owning the CEO Seat

    Growth is rarely quiet—and it’s almost never comfortable. In this episode of The Summit Podcast, Bob Turner sits down with Brandy Kemp for an honest conversation about what really happens when a business owner starts stepping fully into leadership. Brandy shares what it looks like to make necessary changes inside a company—even when those changes create resistance, discomfort, and pushback from the team. This episode dives into the emotional weight of leadership, the reality of outgrowing old systems and people, and the courage it takes to protect the vision of the business when not everyone is on board. You’ll hear candid insights on: Why leadership often feels lonely before it feels successful The difference between being liked and being respected as an owner How to identify resistance that’s holding your company back When “holding the line” is the most important leadership move you can make What it really means to operate as a CEO—not just a technician or manager This is a powerful episode for business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders who know change is required—but are feeling the tension that comes with growth. If you’re building something meaningful and finding resistance along the way, this conversation will hit home. 🎧 Listen in and decide what kind of leader your business needs you to be next.

    28 min

  3. JAN 22

    From Deputy to Entrepreneur: Bubba Hogan on Reinvention, Resilience & Building a Life with Purpose

    What does it really take to walk away from a long-held identity and build something entirely new? In this episode of the Summit Podcast, host Bob Turner sits down with Bubba Hogan, a former deputy sheriff turned entrepreneur and coach, to unpack a powerful journey of reinvention, resilience, and purpose-driven growth. Bubba shares what it was like to leave law enforcement after years of service, navigate adversity, and redefine success on his own terms. From overcoming setbacks and identity shifts to building a business rooted in freedom, impact, and community, this conversation is honest, relatable, and deeply inspiring. You’ll hear insights on: Transitioning from law enforcement to entrepreneurship Navigating major identity shifts and personal adversity Why community and connection are essential for long-term success Creating work-life balance without losing your edge Using humor, perspective, and service to positively impact others Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or someone standing at the edge of your next chapter, this episode will challenge you to think bigger about what’s possible — in business and in life. 🎧 Listen in and find YOUR Edge.

    29 min

  4. JAN 21

    From Bankruptcy to Building a Self-Running Remodeling Business with Richard Nordheim

    In this episode of The Summit Podcast, Bob Turner sits down with longtime friend, fellow Rozenberg Group coach, and seasoned contractor Richard Nordheim, owner of Enhanced Renovations in North Carolina and founder of Casper East Screens. Richard shares his unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship — from running a successful business, losing everything during the 2007 housing crash, filing bankruptcy, and rebuilding from the ground up. We dive deep into what it really takes to stop being the bottleneck, let go of control, and build a business that can run without you living in the day-to-day chaos. This conversation covers: Rebuilding after failure and financial hardship Why community and coaching accelerate growth Letting go of control without losing standards Why sales roleplay makes contractors uncomfortable — and why it works Scaling Enhanced Renovations beyond the owner-operator model Launching Casper East Screens and creating new opportunity through a simple product Leadership, mindset, and giving yourself permission to grow If you’re a contractor, remodeler, or business owner who feels stuck inside your own business, this episode will challenge you, encourage you, and remind you that growth starts with getting out of your own way.

    37 min

  5. JAN 19

    Reconnecting After 38 Years | Life, Leadership & Service with Paul Rumo | The Summit Podcast

    What happens when two former high school teammates reconnect after 38 years? In this in-person episode of The Summit Podcast, host Bob Turner sits down with his longtime friend Paul Rumo, whom he hadn’t seen since Paul graduated in 1987. What unfolds is a powerful, wide-ranging conversation about life, service, fatherhood, sales, leadership, and choosing positivity in a noisy world. Paul shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy, to raising a family, to his desire to launch a podcast dedicated to the veteran community. Together, Bob and Paul explore what it really means to help others without expectation, how strong relationships drive success in sales and life, and why clarity and communication matter more than ever in today’s AI-driven world. This episode is packed with real-life wisdom, timeless sales principles, and reminders that the best things in life often come full circle. 🎯 Whether you’re a business owner, sales professional, veteran, or someone focused on personal growth — this conversation will hit home. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Reuniting After 38 Years 05:00 – Life After High School: Navy & Family 08:43 – Positivity, Service & Perspective 13:40 – Sales, Relationships & Trust 25:20 – Handling Objections & Customer Engagement 34:49 – Podcasting, Veterans & Final Reflections 💬 Key Takeaways “If I do for others, it will come back to me.” “You never leave a meeting without clarity on next steps.” “The game begins when you get that first objection.” “Life’s about choices — and I choose the positive route.” “You can start a podcast with zero dollars. Just start.” “At the end of the day, I want my kids to say I was a great father.” 🔥 Sound Bites “Doing for others what no one else is willing to.” “The game begins when you get that first objection.” “Life’s about choices — and you clearly choose the positive route.” Summit Podcast, Bob Turner, Paul Rumo, life lessons, Navy veteran, personal growth, sales mindset, objection handling, relationship building, leadership development, veteran community, positivity, podcasting journey, AI and communication, fatherhood, service mindset #SummitPodcast #BobTurner #PaulRumo #LifeLessons #VeteranMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #SalesMindset #PersonalGrowth #RelationshipBuilding #Fatherhood #ServiceBeforeSelf #PodcastLife #MindsetMatters #BusinessAndLife

    42 min

  6. JAN 18

    Contractors: Fix Your Communication & Lead Follow-Up with Automation + AI | Clayton Graba

    In this episode of The Summit Podcast, host Bob Turner sits down with Clayton Graba, founder of Kaeru, to unpack one of the biggest silent killers in contractor businesses: poor communication and inconsistent follow-up. Clayton shares real-world insights from his journey as a former contractor turned consultant, explaining how automation, AI, and intentional systems can radically improve lead management, customer experience, and time freedom for service-based business owners. If you’re a contractor or service business owner feeling overwhelmed, missing leads, or stuck reacting instead of scaling—this conversation will hit home. In this episode, we cover: Why most contractors don’t have a lead problem—they have a follow-up problem How automation saves time without losing the human touch Using AI to streamline communication and data tracking Tracking leads, conversions, and true customer acquisition cost The emotional toll of entrepreneurship (and how isolation sneaks in) Balancing growth, family, and long-term legacy Why intentional consistency beats intensity every time 👉 Learn more about Clayton and Kaeru here: https://www.kaerucx.com 👉 Watch more episodes of The Summit Podcast for contractors, leaders, and entrepreneurs. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Communication in Business 01:17 Understanding Automation and Its Importance 03:23 The Follow-Up Process: Keeping Clients Engaged 05:57 Diverse Communication Channels for Client Engagement 07:05 Leveraging AI for Enhanced Client Management 08:36 Identifying Ideal Clients and Their Needs 10:06 The Importance of Data Tracking in Business 11:08 Success Stories: Transforming Marketing Strategies 14:00 Clayton's Journey: From Contractor to Consultant 16:29 The Impact of Technology on Business Efficiency 18:58 Navigating the Contractor Landscape 20:06 The Importance of Lead Management 22:27 Understanding Customer Acquisition Costs 24:03 Overcoming Common Objections 25:54 Balancing Work and Family Life 27:41 Finding Your Edge 30:40 Legacy and Impact 32:19 Intentional Consistency for Success contractor automation contractor AI tools lead follow up for contractors service business automation contractor marketing systems AI for service businesses contractor lead management home service business growth time management for contractors customer experience automation business systems for contractors Summit Podcast Bob Turner #ContractorBusiness #AutomationForContractors #AIForBusiness #LeadManagement #ServiceBusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #SummitPodcast

    34 min

  7. JAN 16

    Entrepreneurship, Pressure, and Growth: A Real Conversation Contractors Need to Hear

    What does it really take to build a construction business—and keep it from costing you your family, your health, or your peace of mind? In this episode of The Summit Podcast, I sit down with Dave Davis, a construction entrepreneur out of Denver, for a raw, honest conversation about what entrepreneurship actually demands. Dave didn’t choose construction because it was glamorous—he chose it out of necessity. What followed was years of hustle, pressure, and hard-earned lessons that forced him to confront his mindset, leadership habits, and definition of success. We talk about: The mindset shifts required to survive and grow as a contractor Why asking for help is a strength—not a weakness The role community and coaching play in long-term success How business pressure spills into family and personal relationships What productivity, fulfillment, and success really look like heading into 2026 This episode is for contractors, entrepreneurs, and business owners who feel the weight of responsibility and know something has to change—but aren’t sure where to start. 👇 Watch the full episode and let me know in the comments: What does success look like for you right now? ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Meet Dave Davis & His Construction Journey 02:06 – Entering Construction Out of Necessity 05:28 – The Mindset Shifts That Changed Everything 09:40 – Why Asking for Help Is a Power Move 12:17 – Recent Wins & Breaking Limiting Beliefs 15:08 – The Hidden Cost of Pushing Too Hard 17:33 – Family Feedback & Personal Wake-Up Calls 21:12 – Navigating Relationships as a Business Owner 23:28 – Emotional Awareness & Leadership Growth 25:58 – Trust, Vulnerability, and Community 28:42 – Setting Clear Goals for 2026 31:59 – Redefining Success Beyond Money 34:26 – Identifying Your Unique Edge 35:42 – The Strength in Asking for Help (Final Takeaway) 🎯 Key Takeaways Dave’s construction career began as survival—and became a proving ground for growth Entrepreneurship requires constant internal upgrades, not just better systems Hustle without support leads to burnout—community changes everything Success isn’t just revenue; it’s sustainability, clarity, and fulfillment Family feedback can reveal blind spots no KPI ever will Growth accelerates when you stop trying to do everything alone 🎧 Power Quotes “I want to be a better man.” “It’s okay to ask for help.” “You can’t keep it up forever.” 🔍 Keywords construction business contractor mindset construction entrepreneurship business coaching for contractors entrepreneur mindset leadership growth contractor burnout personal development for business owners building a sustainable business contractor success stories #TheSummitPodcast #ConstructionEntrepreneur #ContractorMindset #BusinessLeadership #EntrepreneurLife #ConstructionBusiness #PersonalGrowth #CoachingForContractors #EntrepreneurJourney #BuildingSuccess

    39 min

  8. JAN 10

    From Solo Contractor to $1.5M Remodel Business | Joe Spak on Leadership, Profit & Raising the Bar

    In this episode of The Summit Podcast, host Bob Turner sits down with Joe Spak, owner of First Coast Renovations, to unpack what it really takes to scale a remodeling business with professionalism, profit, and purpose. Joe shares his journey from Connecticut to Florida, how COVID forced him to go all-in on contracting, and how he grew from a one-man operation into a structured team with project managers, designers, and field crews—while targeting $1.5M+ in annual revenue. This is an honest conversation about: The rollercoaster of lead flow Why “busy” doesn’t mean profitable How small scope misses quietly kill margins The leadership shift from tradesman to CEO Why professionalism is still a massive competitive edge in construction Joe also opens up about fatherhood, fitness, licensing challenges, and what “Joe 2.0” looks like heading into 2026. If you’re a contractor, remodeler, or trades business owner trying to grow without losing your life in the process—this episode is for you. 👇 Watch, listen, and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway. 00:00 – Welcome to The Summit Podcast 01:00 – Joe’s path from corporate life to contracting 03:00 – How fast growth really happens (and stalls) 04:30 – Florida remodeling realities & heat lessons 06:40 – Why the owner must stop “running trash” 07:30 – The hidden profit leak: scope gaps & job costing 09:30 – Change orders, discomfort, and giving money away 10:45 – Revenue vs net profit (the real scoreboard) 12:30 – Family, balance, concerts, and life outside work 13:30 – Scaling to $1.5M without adding employees 14:00 – Licensing challenges & long-term positioning 16:30 – Why community matters for entrepreneurs 18:30 – Fitness, discipline, and staying sharp 19:30 – Joe’s EDGE: professionalism as a weapon 21:00 – Fatherhood, legacy, and what really matters 22:00 – Final reflections & Joe 2.0 vision 🎯 Key Takeaways Growth without systems creates chaos Net profit matters more than top-line revenue Small scope misses quietly destroy margins Professionalism still separates winners in construction Community replaces isolation for business owners Leadership means doing what only you can do What’s ONE thing you need to stop doing in your business so you can grow? construction business podcast remodeling business growth contractor leadership scaling a remodeling business construction profit margins job costing for contractors change orders construction contractor mindset from tradesman to CEO home remodeling business construction entrepreneurship Bob Turner podcast Joe Spak First Coast Renovations Rozenberg Group coaching #TheSummitPodcast #ConstructionBusiness #RemodelingBusiness #ContractorLife #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessCoaching #TradesToCEO #ConstructionLeadership #BuiltNotBorn #ProfessionalismWins

    23 min
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The Summit Podcast is a conversations-first show for business owners, leaders, and high performers who are committed to growth—personally and professionally. Hosted by Bob Turner, performance coach and founder of Summit Coaching & Consulting, the podcast features real, unfiltered conversations with entrepreneurs, contractors, coaches, and operators who are building businesses, leading teams, and navigating the challenges that come with growth. These aren’t highlight-reel success stories. We dig into mindset, leadership, discipline, decision-making, failure, resilience, and what it actually takes to show up every day and lead at a higher level—at work, at home, and in life. Whether you’re scaling a business, rebuilding after adversity, or simply looking for clarity and momentum, The Summit Podcast is designed to challenge your thinking, sharpen your edge, and help you rise to the next level. This is about doing the work. This is about becoming uncommon. This is The Summit.

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  • Creator
    Bob Turner
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Summit