Safety should go beyond just "checking the box". It can be a part of your culture that transforms your organization and makes your company a preferred place to work. Bobby Lanyon from AIG Safety and I talked about practical things you can do to build a culture of safety that protects people, engages employees, and builds a place where people want to work.

Check out AIG Safety for your safety equipment needs here: Ensuring Operators Make It Home Safely - AIG Safety

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

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NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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During the SIMA Symposium at the end of June 2026, I tried something unique called Card Trick. This impromptu podcast recording was open for anyone to participate. They had a draw a random playing card, which was connected to a topic related to the people side of the business (recruiting, training, onboarding, etc...).

Three brave souls, Jeff Heller, Levi Jett, and Kory Grace, joined us for some great conversation.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

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NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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Layoffs have become unfortunately prevalent in business; however, they don't need to be permanent setbacks. If you want to learn how to bounce back through layoffs, career transitions, and other tough times at work, this conversation is for you.

Vanita Capobianco from the Laid Off to Lift Off Podcast joined me to discuss caring for yourself during a layoff, how to prepare for potential layoffs, building your professional network, and more. You can check out Laid Off to Lift Off here.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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The right Sales/Business Development Team can either accelerate or break your business. There are ways to hire to help you get the BEST sales team. Neal Glatt from Neal Glatt Sales & Strategy joined us to discuss this. If you want to hire the best sales/business development team for YOUR business, this conversation is for you.

Are you looking to hire and train and better Sales Team? Connect with Neal Glatt here.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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Successful succession planning needs to start well before you ever think of selling your business. Even if you're not thinking of selling, there's several principles here from this conversation with Phil Harwood that can set you up for success in the future. If you want to set your business up for success from a people and financial side, this is a conversation for you.

Connect with Phil Harwood and Tamarisk Business Advisors here: Home - Tamarisk Business Advisors

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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Passion can lead you to great places in business. For Brian Ivey, it led him to Norcast Media Group, where they bring actionable weather to help your outdoor business work smarter and media to bring your story to life. If you work in a Snow, Landscape, or Outdoor Business, this conversation will help you find several ways you can gain that competitive edge through efficiency.

Connect with Norcast here: https://norcastmedia.com

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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In this episode of NET Gain Live, Aron Rodman and Harry Steldt, Wolf America dealers, joined us to talk about scaling your operations and how Wolf Loaders can help. As you prepare for the next winter season, think about how you can scale so you are set up for sustainable growth that brings good work/life integration to your team.

NET Gain Live is the podcast where you can talk to the guest. Sign up to be notified of our next meetup.

Contact Wolf America to learn more about how their loaders can help you scale: https://wolfamerica.com/

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

Going from Owner/Operator to running the business as a President/CEO can be a scary, and uncertain, transition for entrepreneurs. The good news is, there are things you can do to prepare and set yourself up for success. Jeff Heller, President of Innovative Maintenance and Chair of the Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA) Board of Directors, joins NET Gain to discuss when it's time to scale and grow and how you can do so. As you grow your business, be open to change and watch your company flourish.

Looking to learn more about how to run your small business profitably? Connect with Jeff Heller at jheller@indyims.com to learn about his course.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website