Talking Pools Podcast
Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous.
Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We've got a host for that:
- The Tech Titan: Unravels the mysteries of pumps, filters, and gizmos that make pools tick (without the electrical shocks).
- The Chem Crusader: Your personal alchemist, whipping up potion-perfect water balance with a dash of science and a sprinkle of magic.
- The Maintenance Maverick: From tile tricks to algae assassins, he's got the lowdown on keeping your pool looking like a liquid emerald palace.
- The Customer Calmer: Smooths ruffled feathers faster than a pool noodle bouquet, turning hangry homeowners into poolside pals.
But Talking Pools isn't just about technical wizardry. It's about camaraderie, the shared language of pool pros who've seen it all, from exploding filters to synchronized swimming squirrels (no, really, we had an episode!).
Every week, you'll:
- Steal game-changing secrets: Learn pro-grade hacks to make you the "Pool Whisperer" in your market
- Laugh until you spit out your piña colada: These guys are as witty as they are wise, turning pool problems into poolside punchlines.
- Get ahead of the curve: Stay on top of industry trends and tech before your competitors even smell the chlorine.
- Feel the love (and the sunshine): Remember why you got into this business in the first place – the joy of creating backyard oases where memories are made.
So, ditch the Drano, grab your headphones, and dive into the Talking Pools Podcast. It's your weekly dose of poolside wisdom, laughter, and community. We'll see you on the flip side!
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Talking Pools Podcast
Hell Month Hustle: Surviving the Summer Madness Down Under
Introduction:
- Peter welcomes back Lee and Shane, ribbing them for leaving him to go solo last week.
- Shane shares the Australian Phrase of the Day: "Running around like a blue ass fly," symbolizing the frantic pace of the busy season.
- The trio discusses the approach of "Hell Month," the peak of summer madness for pool service professionals.
Key Topics Discussed:
1. Preparing for the Holiday Rush
- Advice for Regional Listeners:
- Order Christmas stock early as suppliers and freighters often shut down over the holidays.
- Lee emphasizes the importance of having all “ducks in a row” for the Christmas-to-New-Year period.
- Holiday Challenges:
- Lee shares a story of rescuing a 450,000-liter commercial pool during the holidays by sourcing a replacement pump—a “Christmas miracle.”
- Peter reflects on the difficulties of being on call for emergency repairs during the shutdown.
2. Southern Hemisphere Struggles
- Being in peak summer during the holidays creates unique challenges for Australian pool professionals, with back-to-back holidays like Australia Day and Chinese New Year.
- Peter expresses envy for the slower-paced Northern Hemisphere winters during Christmas.
3. Black Friday Sales: Yay or Nay?
- Team Consensus:
- Discounting isn’t ideal and trains customers to expect lower prices.
- Value-add promotions (e.g., offering 10% more instead of 10% off) are more profitable and better received by customers.
- Examples of Value-Adding:
- Offering a $300 voucher on a $3,000 cleaner instead of a $300 discount saves the business half the cost.
- Lee advocates for creating offers that benefit both the customer and the business.
4. Maximizing Supplier Deals
- Strategies for Early Buys:
- Peter and Lee share tips for leveraging supplier discounts on chemicals, equipment, and more.
- Buying seasonal stock in bulk can yield significant savings, but it’s crucial to have storage space and check insurance policies for stock limits.
- Creative Promotions:
- Lee describes marketing kits like:
- Summer Rescue Kits (algaecide, granular chlorine, clarifier, etc.)
- Winterizer Kits (algaecide, calcium sequestrant, filter cleaner)
- Spring Startup Kits (tile cleaners, phosphate removers, etc.)
- These kits not only boost sales but also prevent customers from turning to competitors during closures.
- Lee describes marketing kits like:
5. Marketing Insights
- Lee’s Marketing Calendar:
- A 12-month roadmap for promotions, tailored for both retail and service clients.
- Offers to share the template with listeners—email requests to talkingpoolsmail.com.
- Networking for Referrals:
- Peter credits his success to referral-based marketing and emphasizes its effectiveness in urban areas.
- Lee highlights the differences between small-town and city-based marketing approaches.
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