Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.
Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in Trades
Tune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!
We asked and you delivered! Dozens of questions on running a business to recruiting kids into the trades came from you our loyal audience and we had fun answering! Part II will come next week, thank you! Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric & Andy dive deep into van & truck organization conversation. A little of what has transpired to produce the service vehicle they drive today. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Andy & Eric talk Canadian apprenticeships with Instagrams @thebiggestplumber Alex Gouin. The guys compare a typical US apprenticeship in the trades to a very different government sponsored program universal to Canada. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
#39 Brad Near also known on the IG as @KCplumbingandrooter joins the crew to talk about the ins and outs of a plumbing a drain business. We talk trenchless technology, business start up and hiring. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
The guys sit down with the famous tool guru Kiefer Limeback. The Toolaholic talks about how he got his start in general contracting and even some cool new tools he's trying out. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Technical difficulties and scheduling issues lead Eric and Andy into a random conversation about unions, training, stadiums and energy drinks. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
John Barba, veteran of the plumbing & heating trades and head trainer for Taco Inc joins the boys to shed some light on these kids who "just want to play videos games". Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Part 2 of Apprentice pods the guys talk about some of the defining moments in their careers that inspired them to become a more serious craftsman. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Will Gen Z workers need to be managed differently as apprentices? This week Chad is back and the guys talk about apprentices and how they came up thru the ranks. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy talk technology in the trades, weather, water heaters and Texas! Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
When we started on our own a $89 corded sawzall got the job done just fine. Now every "influencer" says you have to have the absolute best of the best but where does it start or stop? Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
The guys talk tools again only this time its about who supplies them and how. Ever hear of a shop that rents tools to their employees? Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy have Guest Andy Lambert from Milwaukee Tool's One-Key program on to talk about tool and asset management. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy talk about some simple ways to keep inventory and tools organized and productive on a truck or van. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
We said his first time was going to be his last but they say the third time is a charm. Andy, Eric & Chad wrap up a chaotic 2020 with what may be the most chaotic podcast episode ever. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy talk about a few things that make it easier to take vacation from a busy service business. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
A good friend is running into trouble with a supplier, turns out one of the reasons may be his invoice terms and customer expectations. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy have a conversation about some of the simple communication skills that we often take for granted. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Favorite tools, trucks, jobs. Andy & Eric talk about their favorite things. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Eric and Andy discuss a few tactics that they use to help keep cool when under stress or pressure. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
What's your warranty? Eric has no idea, Andy sort of does but both of us have homework to do. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy walk through some of the pitfalls and benefits of connected technology and equipment. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
We talk about what what works and what doesn't work for getting paid by your customers. This time we skip the weather talk, I know, crazy right? Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy review 5 simple business tactics that can help free up cash flow in your business. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Andy & Eric talk about what works and what hasn't worked for them when it comes to advertising their services and getting the phone to ring. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Eric and Andy talk about some common mistakes a new business owner should try to avoid when purchasing or selecting a business vehicle. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
It's story time, once we get past talking about the weather lol. We share a few of the biggest screwups we had while starting in the trade. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
We discuss some of the in's and outs of starting a business in the contracting trades. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Chad is back to talk with us about job site distractions. Crazy stories unfold, things will be said that you cannot un-hear. Don't say we didn't warn you. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
Guest Host Adam Sperry, @completelycordless on the IG, shares his insight into the evolution of and organization, family life on the road and more. Send us a text Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels! Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumb Newsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email...
