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The New to the game podcast is for young and upcoming, or future business owners and entrepreneurs looking to enter the home service industry. Hosted by Chris Olson and Ben Schneider! We talk about business, personal development, faith, family, kids, and everything else you will face as a 20 something year old learning to navigate your first years in business.
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So You Think its Time......To Hire for Sales - Episode #18
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You are overwhelmed, you have 23 estimates to send out, 8 sales appointments to make today, and 50 leads you haven't even called yet. You sit in your truck wondering, "damn, do I need to hire a sales rep?". Today on New to the Game, Chris and Ben are going to talk about that very process. Ben is in his first 90 days with his first full time sales p…
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1% Better Every Day isn't Just a Catchy Quote - Episode #17
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On this episode of New to the Game, Chris and Ben talk about the classic quote "just be 1% better every day" and what it means to them when it comes to personal and business goals, and growth in life. Growth isn't always a strait line, and 1% every day isn't always 365% at the end of the year. Join our community on Skool! https://www.skool.com/new-…
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What Does Hard Work Look Like to YOU? - New to the Game Episode #16
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In this episode, Chris and Ben dive into what hard work looks like to them. They talk about what hard work looks like, what it means to them, and how modern "hustle culture" affects the world of entrepreneurship. Find the video form of this podcast on Youtube! Join our community on Skool: https://www.skool.com/new-to-the-game/about…
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In this Episode, catch up with Chris and Ben as they catch up, talk about their current business struggles and challenges, and what the future holds!By Chris Olson and Ben Schneider
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Episode #14 - Planning for a New Year in business and life
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In this episode of New to the Game, Chris and Ben talk about setting goals for the new year both for your company, and personally. They discuss looking at data, making decisions and setting goals based on data, and how to look at your past performance in order to set goals and benchmarks for 2025!By Chris Olson and Ben Schneider
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This episode is a little different! Chris and Ben sit down and "talk shop" for a while, talk about their current business ups and downs, what they are working on currently, and talk about the future! If you like this format, leave us a comment or send us a DM and we will do it more often. Find us on Skool: https://www.skool.com/new-to-the-game/abou…
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How would it effect your business if every time your phone rang, or a lead came into your inbox, that client was already sold on your service AND your business before you got to talk to them? Would it benefit your business if clients showed up educated about what you do, ready to sign a contract, and write you a check? In this episode, Chris and Be…
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In this episode of New to the Game, hosts Chris Olson and Ben Schneider dive into why having solid systems in place is crucial for running a successful service business. They explore the role of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and how it helps streamline operations, improve client communication, and boost overall efficiency. Chris a…
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Bonus Episode with Ben - Simplicity in Business - Ep. #10
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In this bonus episode with Ben, he talks about the importance of simplicity in your business. Why simplifying your business and not getting lost in the complexities is important. Find us on Skool: https://www.skool.com/new-to-the-game/about We are on Apple, Spotify, and all the other places you listen to podcasts plus the video version of every epi…
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On this episode of New to the Game, Chris and Ben talk about "client avatars" and why knowing what yours is can help you target your ideal clients for your business. Check out our Skool Group (Its FREE!): https://www.skool.com/new-to-the-game/about Find us on Apple, Spotify, and Youtube, plus basically every other major podcast platform!…
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Coaches and Mentors - How to find YOURS - Ep. #8
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If you are brand new to business, or are a seasoned veteran, you have likely had times where you needed help, we sure have. Not just once, but MANY times. In this episode, Chris and Ben dive into finsing a mentor. You might hear them called coaches, mentors, teachers, or "business consultants", but at the end of the day they are someone that knows …
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Referrals are easily your most important source of leads, clients, and revenue in a business. Not only are they FREE leads, but they are usually high quality, pre qualified, and ready to buy leads. If you aren't getting referrals to new clients from EVERY person you work with, tune into this episode of New to thew Game to hear Chris and Ben discuss…
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"Goals so huge, your family will think you're nuts" Where do you see yourself in 5 years? How does that effect your business? In this Episode of New to the Game, Chris and Ben talk about building the vision of your business, your life, and your future. Where you start, what you do every day, and what your goals are all affect your vision of the fut…
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How to get your first 10 clients for FREE in your home service business - Ep. #5
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In this video, Chris and Ben sit down to talk about finding clients. Maybe you just started a new business, maybe you have a few months, or maybe you are an experienced business owner who is tight on cash. Tune in to hear Chris and Ben talk about ways you can find clients for little to no money, and in some cases, completly FREE. Find us on Skool: …
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How to pick your service offering - Ep. #4
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So, you decided you want to start a business. Maybe you know what that offer / service / product looks like already.....maybe you don't. In this eppisode, Chris and Ben talk about some of the ways you can select what service is best for YOU, not just what seems like a good idea when you start. Find us on Skool: https://www.skool.com/new-to-the-game…
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Bonus Episode: Slow to Hire, Fast to Fire - Ep. #3
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"Slow to Hire, Fast to Fire" is a phrase you hear often in the home service world, and from business owners in every industry! Chris talks about a situation with a new employee recently, and how he navigated it. Hiring and firing can make or break your business, come get some insight about why that is! Find us on Skool: https://www.skool.com/new-to…
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Top 7 KPI's to track in your Home Service Business - Ep. #2
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What is a KPI, and why should you care when you start a home service business? KPI's, also known as Key Performance Indicators are data points that you NEED to keep track of in order to make good, level headed, and data driven decisions within your business. Tune in to learn about Chris and Ben's top 7 KPI's to track! Join our FREE Skool community …
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Hey Everyone! Welcome to the New to the Game Podcast! Hosted by Chris Olson and Ben Schneider, this show is all about what its like to be a new and younger entrepreneur in the home service / trade space. If you are a high schooler or 20 something, and you are either new to the world of home service, thinking about starting a business, or are a new …
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