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Successful Life Podcast
The Successful Life Podcast, hosted by Corey Berrier, is a globally recognized show that ranks in the top 2% of podcasts worldwide. It offers expert insights tailored for contractors, focusing on business strategies, sales skills development, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the industry.
Episodes
322 episodes
Doug Wyatt: Breaking Chains From Poor Health to Peak Performance
What separates those who merely survive from those who truly thrive? Doug Wyatt's remarkable journey from a poor country kid to a multimillion-dollar business leader offers profound insights into sustainable success.Doug opens up about ...
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1:42:12
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The One Skill That Closes Big Drain Jobs—Without Selling Hard
Ever notice how some service professionals can walk into tense situations and instantly change the entire mood? There's a secret behind this superpower, and it comes from an unexpected source: FBI hostage negotiation tactics.Imagine hav...
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19:16
The Power of “No”: Master Boundaries in 6 Clear Steps
Feeling pulled in all directions? Burnt out? Secretly resenting customers, coworkers, or even family? It's time to master the art of boundaries.The trades world celebrates problem solvers and those who go the extra mile, but without pro...
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23:43
Mastering Emotional Intelligence: The Hidden Tool in Every Plumber's Arsenal
Ever walked into a customer's home with sewage flooding their basement and tension filling the air? That moment isn't just about your technical skills—it's about your emotional intelligence. And mastering it could be the game-changer your plumb...
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14:02
6 Power Words That Close Deals
Your words are currency in the trades—every phrase either builds trust or destroys it in seconds. When your technician says "I think this might help" versus "This is the best solution based on what I'm seeing, and here's why," they're not just ...
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14:39
Words That Sell: How Your Language Transforms Home Service Calls
Communication might be the most underrated skill in the home service industry. While technical expertise is essential, how you speak to homeowners often determines whether you close the sale or walk away empty-handed.Jefferson Fisher, a...
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16:19
The Digital Heroin Trap
What if everything you believe about digital marketing is leading your home service business down a dangerous path? In this eye-opening conversation with digital marketing veteran Jonathan Bannister, we uncover why the constant chase for Google...
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1:11:41
From Psych Ward to Purpose: Tim Brown’s Recovery Story
Fifteen years ago today, Tim Brown was in a psychiatric ward, struggling with addiction and a distorted sense of reality. Now he's the founder of a successful marketing agency helping contractors across the country. This profound synchronicity ...
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1:10:16
When you stop sounding smart, customers start buying
Welcome to the Successful Life Podcast with Corey Berrier. In this episode, Corey addresses service technicians and comfort advisors about the critical issue of using technical jargon in customer interactions. He emphasizes that confusing custo...
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18:52
The RoofHer: Sobriety, Resilience, and Building a Female-Owned Business
Meet Erin Mahoney, a trailblazing entrepreneur who's redefining what it means to be a female business owner in the historically male-dominated roofing industry. As founder of The RoofHer in Columbus, Ohio, Erin's journey from addiction to succe...
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1:10:43
Trust Your Gut: The Truth Always Sells Better Than Pressure
The fear of making a decision runs deep in our psychology—whether you're contemplating a $20,000 HVAC system or taking your first step toward sobriety. As someone who's walked both paths, I've discovered that sales objections and recovery hesit...
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26:15
The Blueprint for Effective Marketing in Home Services
Forget everything you thought you knew about marketing in the home services industry. In this eye-opening conversation, Ryan Chute, partner at Wizard of Ads, shatters conventional wisdom about lead generation and reveals the three essential com...
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52:50
You're Not "Just a Technician": How to Educate Customers and Create Value
In this episode of the Successful Life Podcast, host Corey Berrier addresses common misconceptions technicians have about sales, emphasizing that technicians can also be effective salespeople. Corey highlights the importance of ethical sales an...
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36:24
Winning Over Customers: The Service Technician's Guide
Every service call is more than just a technical task—it's an opportunity to build or break customer trust. Successful service professionals understand that customers judge them from the moment they arrive until the final handshake, with countl...
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30:46
Why HVAC Technicians Fail...
What separates successful HVAC service technicians from those who struggle? The answer goes far beyond technical skills. Diving deep into the industry's most challenging pitfalls, this episode reveals the fifteen critical reasons w...
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24:27
Leadership Pitfalls: 15 Ways Trades Businesses Fail
Leadership failures cost trades businesses hundreds of thousands of dollars every year through invisible expenses that never appear on balance sheets. When your leadership team lacks clear vision, transparent communication, and consistent accou...
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43:40
Mastering Trades and Business Growth - Todd Liles’ Journey and Insights
In this episode of the Successful Life podcast, host Corey Berrier welcomes Todd Liles, founder of Service Excellence. Todd shares his remarkable journey, from his teenage years working in the trades, to becoming an influential figure in busine...
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51:32
Ellen Rohr and Al Levi: Mastering the Art of Business Collaboration
Join us on the Successful Life Podcast to explore the realities of running a trade business with industry experts Corey Berrier, Ellen Rohr, and Al Levi. In this episode, they share their career experiences and how they became trusted consultan...
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1:22:07
"Why Can't They Just Stop?" The Complexity of Addiction Explained
In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of addiction and the transformative power of community. Jennifer Manzo shares her compelling journey, from her upbringing surrounded by addiction to becoming a beacon of hope through ...
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1:03:39
Creating a Connected Contractor Community with Service Titan Hacks
Discover the untapped potential of the home service industry with Bill Brown, a seasoned expert who recently sold his successful HVAC business after 25 years. Bill joins Corey Berrier on the Successful Life Podcast to reveal his innovative stra...
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48:56
Harnessing AI's Power: Michael Venidis on Transforming Business Strategies and Leadership in a Digital World
Michael Venidis makes a triumphant return to the Successful Life Podcast, sharing his journey since the acquisition of RYNO Strategic Solutions and providing fresh insights on the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence in business. Get...
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50:38
Unlocking Success: Laura Kelly on Mindset Shifts, Values, and the Power of Gratitude
What if 80% of your success relied solely on your mindset? Join us for an insightful conversation with Laura Kelly, who shares her wisdom on how aligning your values with happiness and setting challenging goals can pave the high road to success...
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1:03:43
Finding Positivity: Niko Moon’s Musical Journey from Electrician to #1 Country Artist
Meeting Niko Moon at a wedding was more than just a brush with a talented artist; it was the beginning of a journey into the heart of music's power to transform mental health. In our latest episode, join us as Niko opens up about his upbringing...
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1:32:17
Revolutionizing Communication: AI's Role in Enhancing Relationships and Customer Service with Brigham Dickinson
What if you could transform the way you communicate and enhance your relationships, both personal and professional? Join me, Corey Berrier, and special guest Brigham Dickinson on the Successful Life Podcast as we explore the revolutionary impac...
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48:24
From Plumbing to Prosperity: Ellen Rohr's Inspirational Journey and the Power of Mentorship in the Trades Industry
Discover how Ellen Rohr transformed her life from marrying a plumber to becoming an influential leader in the trades industry. Ellen shares her vibrant journey with businesses like Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Zoom Drain Franchising, highligh...
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