Make Trades Great Again
Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in TradesTune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!
Episodes
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May 16, 2023 • 12min
Break Time
Send us Fan MailSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
May 11, 2023 • 50min
Too Big, Too Fast? Guest Denver Baker on growing and downsizing
Send us Fan MailThe guys sit down with Denver Baker @mdheat.hvac (IG) to learn how he got started and grew his hvac business in Michigan. Denver’s experience includes growth and cutting back to a more manageable level. Sometimes big isn’t always better. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
May 9, 2023 • 15min
College vs. Trades Real Talk
Send us Fan MailWe need kids in the trades and college. It’s pretty simple to understand but why can’t we all agree on that? Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
May 4, 2023 • 52min
Van Talk: Custom or Factory kit?
Send us Fan MailThe guys talk vans and van build-outs after recovering a DM from IG’s @abbldgoperator Victor from Alberta Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
May 2, 2023 • 22min
#217 Bonus: Answering DM’s about design hydronic software
Send us Fan MailThe guys talk hydronic system design software in this week’s bonus episode Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 27, 2023 • 21min
#216 Can you afford your first employee?
Send us Fan MailWant to expand the crew? How do you figure out what to charge your customers for their labor? Do you have enough money available to pay them? These are things that matter as you consider growing. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 24, 2023 • 38min
#215 Things we hate about plumbing
Send us Fan MailWe’ve all got one or two things we hate about our job no matter how much we enjoy the rest of it. The guys talk about their least favorite part of being plumbers. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 20, 2023 • 36min
#214 BS from the MTGA studio 1B
Send us Fan MailEric and Andy talk about lawn mowers and other totally random thoughts in the BS session. Ever heard of a vole? Are they real? Should we be paying for lawn mowers?Hard hitting questions the world needs answered. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 18, 2023 • 18min
#213 Bonus ISH show in Germany Recap
Send us Fan MailEric and Andy recap some of the highlights of the ISH show in Frankfurt, GermanySend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 13, 2023 • 52min
#212 @thelittlestplumber Danielle Browne
Send us Fan MailWhat’s it like being the coolest Red Seal plumber on the island of Newfoundland? Listen to Danielle “Twig” Browne in this episode of MTGA and you’ll get to know her a bit more. Twig has been a longtime proponent of being a good friend and mentor to anyone and everyone, please follow her over on IG or TikTok at @thelittlestplumber Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
