Money mindset isn’t just a buzzword—it’s your quiet undercurrent that drives how you price, spend, and save. And for home service business owners, anxiety over money can sneak into decision-making without you even noticing. It shows up in delayed price increases, guilt over turning a profit, or telling yourself you’re not “good with numbers.” In this episode, we’ll call out the common beliefs holding your business back and give you practical ways to shift your thinking. You’ll walk away with clearer strategies and a whole lot less mental baggage around money.

What You’ll Learn…

• Why the thought “my customers won’t pay more” might just be your fear talking

• The one mindset shift that helps you stop firefighting and start planning

• How to separate facts from fear when anxiety over money creeps in

• What happens when you assume profit makes you greedy—and how to reframe it

• About the sneaky belief that you don’t deserve to earn more than your team

• The trap of “I have to do everything myself” and how to stop falling into it

• How anxiety over money leads to poor pricing—and what to do instead
  
  

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Real profits come from value-driven service, not slashing prices or running yourself ragged. So many service businesses before you have faced the dilemma, and now it’s your chance to learn from their experience. I got to sit down with Joe Crisara of Service MVP, and between the both of us, we’ve seen it all! If your business feels like it’s stuck in survival mode, we’ll show you how better communication, stronger systems, and real training can flip that script. We’re talking about building a business that runs well without you having to touch every job.

What You’ll Learn…

• Why better service is the real secret weapon in service businesses

• The one mindset shift that separates leaders from micromanagers

• How the “open hand” approach leads to long-term customer loyalty

• What tiered pricing can teach your customers about your value

• Why most service businesses are sitting on hidden profit

• How to stop putting out fires and start preventing them

• The role of training and coaching in building a business that runs without you

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🤝 Connect with Joe at https://servicemvp.com/

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💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks

Your “profitable business” dream… you know, the reason you started your business… is it your reality yet? I know you’re busy running jobs, managing crews, juggling estimates and invoices, etc. But when you look at your numbers, are the profits adding up for you?

If you’re working this hard and still not seeing the financial results you should, chances are your business is leaking profits in places you haven’t spotted yet.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common ways home service businesses lose money without realizing it—and how to stop it. We’ll look at the hidden costs, overlooked systems, and pricing gaps that are quietly draining your bottom line.

By the end, you’ll know exactly where to look, what to fix, and how to plug those profit leaks—so your hard work actually pays off, and your profits start stacking up.

What You’ll Learn…

• How good intentions can quietly drain your bottom line.

• Track these 3 numbers to run a truly profitable business.

• The hidden cash trap stealing your hard-earned profits.

• When great customer service becomes a costly mistake.

• Sneaky subscriptions that slowly bleed your budget.

• One small tweak that makes a big impact on your profit.

• Build a team that supports a profitable business—not one that sinks it.

🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/

🤝 Connect with Diane at https://profitcoach4you.com/

ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS

💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks

Letting go of some employees is a part of business; after all, you want A Players on your team that help you grow your home service business. But the paperwork - ick - not fun, but skipping it can create a stack of new problems.

In this episode, we’re digging into the real-life steps you need to take when it comes to terminating an employee—especially if you want to avoid costly legal mistakes. From documenting poor performance to knowing when and how to offer a release agreement, employment attorney Philip Siegel lays it all out in a way that makes sense for home service business owners.

You’ll walk away with clear, practical advice you can use to protect your business, your profits, and your peace of mind. If you've ever felt unsure about how to handle a tough employee situation the right way, this episode is for you.

You’ll Learn…

• Why documenting issues before employee termination can save you thousands later

• The one phrase that could trigger a discrimination claim if you’re not careful

• How to make sure no one’s “surprised” by an employee termination—especially investigators

• What every small business needs to know about firing someone over 40

• The real reason firing unsafe workers protects more than just your bottom line

• How a well-timed meeting can keep employee termination from turning into a lawsuit

• The key step that makes your severance agreement hold up if challenged later

🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/

🤝 Connect with Philip at https://hpsslaw.com/philip-siegel

ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS

💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks

Fancy statistics from your marketing people don’t cut it when your techs are sitting at home and your phone’s not ringing with customers. As we move into uncharted territory with tariffs rising I wanted to revisit a key component of business - how to hold your marketing agency accountable. Stephen Christopher from Wit Digital originally joined me to go over real metrics for marketing that actually tie back to your call board and bank account. His advice is even more applicable today because he knows how to break down the fluff, call out the fancy marketer reports that say a lot but show nothing useful, and give you a clear way to track what matters. You’ll walk away knowing exactly what to ask for, how to measure results, and where profit is leaking through the cracks. If you're tired of guessing whether your marketing is working, this episode is the straight talk you've been needing.

What You’ll Learn…

• Why your call board tells a truer story than your agency’s pretty report

• The one simple mindset shift that will change how you hold marketers accountable

• How to connect the dots between metrics in marketing and actual revenue

• What to ask your agency when the leads feel light but the reports look good

• How tracking the wrong metrics in marketing can quietly drain your profits

• Why simplified reporting gets better results than data dumps full of acronyms

• The hidden reason some agencies fall apart as they grow—and how it affects you
  
  

🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/

🤝 Connect with Stephen at https://witdelivers.com/

ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS

💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks

Busy doesn’t always mean profitable—and for too many home service business owners, that truth hits hard. You’re putting in the hours, keeping customers happy, and still wondering why your bank account doesn’t reflect all that effort.

In today’s episode, I’m revisiting a conversation with Jeremy Lowe to talk shop about how to shift your service department from barely breaking even to actually pulling its weight. We’ll walk through real-world strategies you can use to tighten things up, plug the leaks, and thrive financially, even when the economy feels uncertain and tariff consequences loom.

What You’ll Learn…

• Why most home service businesses leave money on the table

• How your service department might be draining profits

• The mindset shift that sets top contractors apart

• Thrive financially by knowing your numbers like a pro

• Pricing isn’t just rates—it’s the value you deliver

• Thrive financially by making customer expectations work for you

• Why working harder doesn’t mean making more

• Want a version of these tailored for social media captions or email teasers?

🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/

🤝 Connect with Jeremy at https://profitrhino.com/

ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS

💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks

Don’t let your dreams of a profitable business leak away. You work hard, put in long hours, and yet the money never seems to match the effort. That’s not just exhausting—it’s unsustainable. A truly profitable business doesn’t come from hustle alone; it comes from a plan that puts your profit first.

I wanted to revisit a conversation with Ron Saharyan where we unpacked simple, no-shame strategies that help home service business owners plug the leaks and finally keep more of what they earn.

What You’ll Learn…

• Why the “I’ll just work harder” mindset keeps you from being a profitable business.

• How to use your natural habits (like checking your bank balance) to boost profits.

• The one small change that makes saving for taxes feel surprisingly doable.

• About the real reason many tradespeople stay busy but never feel financially secure.

• Why separating your money into multiple accounts is smart—not just more complicated.

• A simple system to help you ease money conversations with your spouse or partner.

• The one thing profitable business owners never ignore.

🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/

🤝 Connect with Ron at https://profitfirstprofessionals.com/

ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS

💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks

Your business is growing and you need to hire more people! That’s great! But before you rush off and start doing interviews, you need to make sure you understand the legal requirements for having employees and independent contractors working for you.

Did you know that a single mistake with employee classification or payroll practices could cost you tens of thousands of dollars in back wages, penalties, and legal fees? Most business owners started as skilled technicians who were great at their craft, but nobody taught them the complex rules around hiring and managing workers.

Labor law attorney Philip Siegel is about to pull back the curtain on the most common—and costly—mistakes home service business owners make when it comes to their workforce. This episode is your insider's guide to avoiding the legal traps that have caught countless small businesses before they even saw them coming. Make sure you are not one of them!

You’ll Learn…

• Why misclassifying workers could bankrupt your entire business overnight.

• How a labor law attorney would counsel you to approach employee classification.

• The truth about travel time that most business owners never understand.

• Warnings that any labor law attorney would give about your contractor practices

• I-9 form mistakes that could trigger massive government investigations.

• To understand employee documentation and how to avoid major financial penalties.

• How to avoid business threatening risks when filling out the legal paperwork for hiring

🎧 Listen to all episodes at https://taxcoach4you.com/category/podcasts/

🤝 Connect with Phillip at https://hpsslaw.com/philip-siegel

ACCESS SOME FREE RESOURCES TO BOOST YOUR PROFITS

💵 Want to know just how much profit you have each month? Get my Free ‘Monthly Nut’ Worksheet here: https://taxcoach4you.com/monthlynut/

💸 There are many “hidden” ways your profits could be leaking out, and I’ve compiled 15 common leaks into this FREE report for you. Download this Free report & checklist here https://profitcoach4you.com/profitleaks