Beyond The Tools

Are you a home service business owner and/or contractor looking to grow and scale your business? This is a podcast dedicated to helping home service business owners and contractors grow faster by getting more leads, converting more sales so that you can finally get beyond the tools.

Beyond The Tools is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 91 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Beyond The Tools, a business show with 91 episodes published.

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  Episode #90

  Encore: Dan Friesen on Support, Protect, Develop as a Leadership Philosophy

  Aug 12, 202651 minS2

  In this Encore episode of Beyond the Tools , Krystal revisits her conversation with Dan Friesen about what it really means to put your people first. Dan shares his “support, protect, develop” leadership philosophy and how it shapes the culture, conversations, and growth inside a trades business. From learning to let go of approval to pushing people beyond their comfort zones with genuine care, this episode is a reminder that stronger teams start with stronger leadership. Full show notes: http://www.beyondthetoolspodcast.com/

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  Episode #88

  Krystal Hobbs: The Lessons That Live Beyond the Tools

  Jul 1, 202613 minS2

  What did this season's most successful leaders all have in common? In this Season 2 finale, Krystal Hobbs reflects on the biggest lessons shared by this year's guests and the themes that connected every conversation. From leadership and marketing to people, curiosity, and continuous growth, this episode is a look back at what matters most and a preview of what's ahead in Season 3. 👉 Full show notes: http://www.beyondthetoolspodcast.com/

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  Episode #87

  Erica Leonor: Turning Your CSR Team Into a Booking Rates Machine

  Jun 17, 202632 minS2

  Why do some companies book more calls than others, even when they're getting the same leads? Erica Leonor shares how intentional communication, voice training, and better customer conversations can transform CSR performance and dramatically improve booking rates. This episode explores the powerful connection between marketing, customer experience, and the voice customers hear first. 👉 Full show notes: http://www.beyondthetoolspodcast.com/

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  Episode #86

  Chris Walsh: The Real Cost of HVAC Sizing Mistakes

  Jun 3, 202645 minS2

  <p>What if the biggest problem in HVAC isn’t the equipment, but how it’s sized?</p><p>Chris Walsh breaks down why improper sizing is still so common and how it impacts performance, comfort, and customer trust. He shares how contractors can shift from quick guesses to informed decisions using better tools and clearer processes.</p><p>👉 Full show notes: http://www.beyondthetoolspodcast.com/ </p><p></p>

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  Episode #85

  Brendan Arsenault: Solving the Technician Shortage From the Inside

  May 20, 202629 minS2

  <p>Can training solve the technician shortage? In this episode, Brendan Arsenault shares what contractors are getting wrong about recruiting, onboarding, and developing technicians, and what leading companies are doing differently. If you want stronger teams, fewer callbacks, and a better path for the next generation, this conversation is worth your time.</p><p>👉 Full show notes: http://www.beyondthetoolspodcast.com/</p>

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