Built By Me Podcast
Welcome to the Built By Me Podcast! Get ready for a journey into the heart of entrepreneurship as we explore the stories behind successful businesses. Join us every other week as we delve into personal journeys, share tangible tips, and uncover the secrets to success.
Our goal? To leave you feeling inspired and connected, as if you've known our guests and their businesses for years. Get ready for real talk, real stories, and real growth as we bring you closer to the world of entrepreneurship.
Episodes
28 episodes
How Loyalty Programs Really Drive Business Growth | The Truth Behind Points & Rewards
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, Taina and Mo sit down with Andreanne Rondeau, founder of StratLX and a leading expert in loyalty marketing with over 20 years of experience designing and launching successful loyalty programs across r...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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37:57
35% of a Server’s Job Can Be Done by Robots — Here's What That Means | Built By Me Podcast
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, Taina and Mo sit down with Johnny Alfonso and Adriano Fiore, the innovative minds behind Reliable Robots. This Canadian company is revolutionizing how businesses handle repetitive tasks through automa...
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37:13
What Hudson’s Bay Could’ve Learned from Optimum | Richard Schenker Built By Me Podcast S2E6
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, Taina and Mo sit down with Richard Schenker, the mastermind behind Shoppers Optimum and a leading expert in customer engagement. With decades of experience designing and managing top loyalty programs,...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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35:50
Riches Are in the Niches: How Red Boswell Built 148 Franchise Territories | Built By Me Podcast Ep.5
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, Taina and Mo sit down with Red Boswell, President of IFPG (International Franchise Professionals Group), the largest franchise broker network in the world. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experi...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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48:06
Master Your Rush: Revolutionizing Quick Service Restaurant Tech with David from MYR | Ep 4
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, Taina and Mo sit down with David Nadezhdin, founder of MYR (Master Your Rush), a cloud-based mobile-first POS system designed specifically for quick service restaurants. David brings a wealth of knowl...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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43:12
How to Build Real Loyalty with Emotional Connection | Built By Me Podcast Ep 3 Hans Laroche
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we're joined by Hans Laroche, one of Canada’s top experts in relationship marketing and loyalty. With 35+ years of experience advising brands like Air Miles, Nespresso, Metro, and...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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41:08
Beyond Fast Food: Uncovering Unique Franchise Opportunities (Pet Waste?!) | Built By Me Podcast Ep. 2
Thinking about buying a franchise? 🤔 Franchise consultant Lisa Linkowski (@MilestoneFranchising) joins the Built By Me Podcast to spill the tea on the REAL world of franchising.In this episode (Ep. 2), Taina and Mo dive deep with Lisa, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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46:35
Welcome Back: Kicking Off Season 2!
In this episode, hosts Taina and Mo introduce the second season of the Built By Me Podcast. They share exciting updates, including an increase in episode count to 25, a mix of in-person and virtual interviews, and a broader range of topics such...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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3:48
BBM Season 1 Finale: Reflecting on Our Journey & Exciting Plans for the Future + Giveaway!
In this special end-of-season episode, Taina and Mo look back on the incredible first year of the Built By Me Podcast. It's been an exciting ride from launching the show to featuring 21 amazing guests and reaching 700 downloads! They share some...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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8:39
Scaling Your Business with Automation and Leadership: Insights from Sid Graef
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, hosts Taina and Mo are joined by Sid Graef, owner of Spectrum Window Cleaning and host of The Huge Convention. Sid shares his incredible journey from starting a business with minimal r...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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33:08
Revolutionizing Trades with Automation: A Conversation with Daniel Myers from FieldPulse
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, hosts Taina and Mo sit down with Daniel Myers, Director of Field Operations at FieldPulse. Daniel shares his journey from working in the trades to helping businesses transform through ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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54:25
Unlocking Growth with Virtual Assistants: Angela Schroeder on Delegation and AI
In this insightful episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we sit down with Angela Schroeder, founder and CEO of Unique Genius Virtual Assistance. Angela shares her entrepreneurial journey from running a dance studio to creating a thriving...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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36:34
Hire Better, Retain Longer: Unlocking Top Talent with Ryan Englin
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Englin, CEO of Core Matters, to discuss the biggest challenges in hiring and retaining hourly employees. Ryan shares insights on building a winning company culture, desi...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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49:15
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Unlocking Success in Home Services: Insights from Cowboy Colin DeHaan | Built By Me Podcast Ep. 15
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we welcome entrepreneur and home service expert Colin DeHaan (Cowboy Colin) who shares valuable insights into scaling home service businesses. With over 2,000 applications for his Gutter Launch progra...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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33:25
Mastering Seasonal Business Challenges and Automation with Curt Kempton
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we sit down with Curt Kempton, founder of ResponsiBid, to talk about the ups, downs, and everything in between when it comes to running a seasonal business. Curt shares how he went from window cleanin...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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45:44
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Building Terra Nova: Jodi Pendry’s Journey from Farm Life to Spa Owner
In this inspiring episode of Built By Me, hosts Mo and Taina visit Terra Nova Nordic Spa in Woodstock, Ontario, and sit down with Jodi Pendry, founder and visionary behind the wellness retreat. Jodi’s journey from a life of farming and...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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43:41
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How to Build a Customer Loyalty Program that Works | Lia Grimberg on Personalization & Retention
In this episode of Built By Me, we welcome Lia Grimberg, founder of Radicle Loyalty, who shares her expert insights into creating effective and engaging loyalty programs. With a career spanning over 20 years working with Canada’s top b...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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51:07
How SOPs Can Transform Your Business | Caleb Wininger on Scaling & Delegation
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we sit down with Caleb Wininger, founder of Lake State Cleaning and business coach at CONQUER, to discuss how Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) can transform a business. Caleb shares his j...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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36:13
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Stop Avoiding Your Accounting: Meaghan Likes on Mastering Money for Your Business
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, hosts Taina and Mo are joined by special guest Meaghan Likes, a CPA from Northern California with a unique focus on the home services industry. Meaghan shares her journey into accounting, explai...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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31:31
How to Get Your Business to the Top of Google: SEO Strategies with Bernie from 1SEO
In this episode of the Built By Me Podcast, we sit down with Bernie, the head of partnerships at 1SEO, a specialized marketing agency dedicated to service-based businesses. Bernie takes us deep into the world of Search Engine Optimizat...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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52:31
All Things Digital Marketing for Home Service Businesses with Ross McDaniel
In this episode, we’re joined by Ross McDaniel, a growth marketer and founder of Fencepost, a marketing agency dedicated to helping home service businesses—like roofers, electricians, and lawn care professionals—generate high-quality leads and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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51:45
Built By Me Ep 7: Elevating Customer Experience in Home Services with Dallin Huso & Branden Sewell
Amazing news! The Built By Me Podcast is hitting the road! Hosts Taina and Mo are going to be at the Huge Convention on August 23-24 in Nashville. We’ll be interviewing some amazing titans in the industry live at the show. Come visit us at the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:06:07
Entrepreneurship & Coaching with Allen Lee | Built By Me Podcast
Join us for Episode 6 of the Built By Me Podcast featuring Allen Lee! 🎙️ In this insightful conversation, we explore entrepreneurship, coaching, and business growth. Allen shares his journey from starting a handyman business to becoming a succe...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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50:13
Master Home Service Business Growth with Dave Moerman!
In this episode, we delve into the world of home service businesses with expert Dave Moerman, founder of Home Service Business Coach. Discover proven strategies for growing your business through delegation, systemization, and strategic planning...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:04:50
Women Entrepreneurs in Male-Dominated Industries with Christine Hodge, CEO of Clearview Washing LLC
In this episode, we dive into the unique experiences of female entrepreneurs thriving in male-dominated industries. Join us as Christine Hodge, CEO of ClearView Washing LLC, shares her inspiring journey from paralegal to CEO, where she has succ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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49:30
