Home Service Happy Hour

🏠 Welcome to "Home Service Happy Hour," the ultimate rendezvous hosted by Dan Platta , the mastermind behind " Best Damn Bookkeeping "! 🍻 This show is your passport to candid conversations and practical insights, all while sipping on the expertise served by the best in bookkeeping. As your host, Dan Platta brings a wealth of experience and a touch of humor to every episode. From the challenges of the home service industry to unleashing the secrets of badass bookkeeping, Dan keeps it real, relatable, and downright informative. Join us for a virtual happy hour where no topic is off-limits. Whether you're a home service entrepreneur, a bookkeeping aficionado, or simply someone hungry for engaging discussions, this show is your front-row seat to an authentic, insightful, and entertaining experience. " Home Service Happy Hour " is a community where industry insights meet real-world experiences. So, grab a seat, raise your virtual

Home Service Happy Hour is a business podcast hosted by Dan Platta, with 249 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dan Platta hosts Home Service Happy Hour, a business show with 249 episodes published.

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  Episode #500

  Hiring and Leadership | Justin Noggle on Hiring, Firing, Team Culture, and Business Growth - Episode 500

  Sep 30, 20261h 56mS2

  Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Justin Noggle joins us in the bar, and we talk about the leadership decisions that shape a growing home service business. We get into hiring, firing, team culture, operations, employee performance, and building a team that can keep the business moving when you are away. We also talk about business growth, financial management, marketing, recurring revenue, commercial services, and the lessons that come from running multiple businesses. Justin and I keep the conversation real as we move from business strategy into hunting, fishing, travel, golf, and the stories that make Home Service Happy Hour what it is.

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  Episode #498

  Business Systems | Justin Boyd on AI, CRM Technology, and Home Service Business Growth - Episode 498

  Sep 21, 20262h 11mS2

  Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Justin Boyd , founder of Cash Flow Copilot joins us in the bar, and we talk about what happens when a business grows faster than its systems and processes can handle. We dig into hiring, delegation, training, profitability, pricing, and the operational changes that come with building a larger team. Justin also shares how he is using AI and automation to create more bandwidth while keeping people involved in important financial decisions. We also talk about business freedom and what it takes to build a company that can operate without the owner handling every decision. We get into employee culture, client transitions, leadership, and the importance of creating systems that support continued growth. Along the way, we talk about family, hunting, fishing, travel, youth sports, football, and the experiences that shape how we approach business and life. Want better visibility into your business cash flow? Check out Justin Boyd, founder of Cash Flow Copilot, and learn how better cash flow management can help you make smarter business decisions. Visit Cash Flow Copilot to learn more.

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  Episode #497

  Business Networking | Choosing Events That Create Real Business Opportunities - Episode 497

  Sep 16, 202634 minS2

  Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, we dive into business events, event ROI, networking, and what it takes to get real value from conferences. We talk about The Huge, Door to Door Con, upcoming events, and the different experiences business owners can have depending on the audience and relationships they build. We also break down a creative solar sales approach that shows how confidence, curiosity, and conversation can open the door to a sales opportunity. We also talk about marketing spend, evaluating expensive event opportunities, and knowing when an event makes sense for your business. The conversation moves into travel, alcohol laws, my frugal approach to spending, and the value of spending money on experiences with your family. We close with a story about a family road trip through Mount Rushmore, the Black Hills, Devil's Tower, and Regina, Canada.

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  Episode #496

  Business Growth | Andy Weins on Bookkeeping, Accountability, and Business Decisions - Episode 496

  Sep 14, 20261h 53mS2

  Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, Andy Weins, an Entrepreneur, Author, and Absolute Badass joins us in the bar, and we get into how business owners can use real numbers to make better decisions. We talk about bookkeeping, financial reporting, KPIs, customer acquisition costs, marketing, networking, and the financial impact of everyday business decisions. Andy also shares lessons from rebuilding his business and explains how accountability, employee performance, and strong financial systems can help you run your company with more clarity. We also get into hiring, company culture, delegation, leadership, and the importance of building a team that can take ownership. We talk about measuring marketing results, evaluating customers and employees objectively, and using data to identify what is actually working in your business. Then we take a turn into the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers, connecting lessons from sports to recruiting, leadership, talent development, and building a stronger organization.

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  Episode #495

  Free Home Service CRM | John Rossiter on AI, CRM Technology, and Home Service Business Growth. Episode 495

  Sep 8, 20261h 53mS2

  Hey there, Home Service Heroes! In this episode, John Rossiter from Zolato joins us in the bar, and we talk about building a free CRM for home service businesses and using AI to improve sales, operations, marketing, and finance. John shares how he gets into the home service industry, why relationships and sales matter in business, and how his team builds and tests the CRM inside their own businesses. We also talk about leadership, accountability, hiring, consistency, business partnerships, and the importance of taking ownership of your results. John breaks down the CRM's AI employees, industry specific features, mobile functionality, pricing, customer feedback, and plans for growing the platform. We also get into the challenges of building software, App Store approval, Twilio, personalized sales outreach, and how strong relationships can help you build a better business. If you run a home service company and want to learn more about CRM technology, AI, sales, leadership, and business growth, this episode gives you plenty to think about. Want to learn more about John Rossiter and Zolato? Check out Zolato's AI-powered tools for automating scheduling, streamlining operations, and growing your home service business. Visit: Zolato

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