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Why Fire Your Customer?

Post author:Rudy
Post published:May 5, 2019
Post category:Marketing

Sometimes The Customer is Wrong‼ and, sometimes your customer is an absolute Asshat, a treacherous snake ? in the grass that makes your life a living hell ?... Not…

Swimming Pool Steve – Exposed!

Post author:Contributor
Post published:April 28, 2019
Post category:Pool News Swimming Pool Safety

What You Don't Know Can Hurt You ⚠️ For those of you that frequent Pool Operator Talk (Yes, that's the name of the site you are on ?) , I am sure you…

Lifeguard Recruiting & Retention

Post author:Contributor
Post published:April 21, 2019
Post category:Risk Management University Aquatics

the unsung heroes of the swimming pool industry by: Lisa Molloy As a higher education professional and aquatics operator at the University of Central Florida, I find myself in a…

How to Get Rid of Black Algae

Post author:Rudy
Post published:April 14, 2019
Post category:Algae

A Few Things That Work We have found Black Algae in some pretty interesting places. Here, Ashley takes us through several different methods that work on eliminating it. 2018 was…

Why is sand coming back into my pool?

Post author:Rudy
Post published:April 7, 2019
Post category:Equipment

When All Things Point To The Laterals ?‍♂️ Check Before You Dig It is true that a broken lateral, or several, could be the reason you are seeing sand on…

Keeping the Pool When the Home Sells

Post author:Rudy
Post published:April 2, 2019
Post category:Marketing

Oh, Crap!? You are chugging along, knocking out pools on your route, and are having a good day. As you approach one of your favorite pools to take care of…

Aquatic Facilities and Risk Management Practice

Post author:Contributor
Post published:March 24, 2019
Post category:Risk Management University Aquatics

Identification, Evaluation, and Prioritization - by Michelle December Aquatic facilities are often viewed as being synonymous with risk So how do aquatic professionals effectively manage the inherent risks associated with their…

What’s In Your Pool Truck?

Post author:Rudy
Post published:March 17, 2019
Post category:Pool Service Tips

It's Just Another Day in the Pool Business... Are You Prepared? Out in the field, a service tech must be ready for everything and anything. Unlike other professions, we are…

Lowering Total Alkalinity Without Affecting pH

Post author:Rudy
Post published:March 10, 2019
Post category:Lowering pH

[responsivevoice_button voice="UK English Male" buttontext="Listen to Post"] Can the Acid Slug Lower Total Alkalinity Without Affecting pH? The ability to control whether you lower Total Alkalinity or pH by…

Certificación CPO en español

Post author:Rudy
Post published:March 4, 2019
Post category:CPO Certification Class

Certificación CPO en español En Aquatic Facility Training & Consultants, creemos que aprender sobre piscinas no tiene por qué ser aburrido. Enseñamos los cursos de certificación CPO® (Operador de Piscina…

Talking Pools Podcast

Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous.

Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We’ve got a host for that:

The Tech Titan: Unravels the mysteries of pumps, filters, and gizmos that make pools tick (without the electrical shocks).

The Chem Crusader: Your personal alchemist, whipping up potion-perfect water balance with a dash of science and a sprinkle of magic.

The Maintenance Maverick: From tile tricks to algae assassins, he’s got the lowdown on keeping your pool looking like a liquid emerald palace.

The Customer Calmer: Smooths ruffled feathers faster than a pool noodle bouquet, turning hangry homeowners into poolside pals.

But Talking Pools isn’t just about technical wizardry. It’s about camaraderie, the shared language of pool pros who’ve seen it all, from exploding filters to synchronized swimming squirrels (no, really, we had an episode!).

Every week, you’ll:

Steal game-changing secrets: Learn pro-grade hacks to make you the “Pool Whisperer” in your market

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Feel the love (and the sunshine): Remember why you got into this business in the first place – the joy of creating backyard oases where memories are made.

So, ditch the Drano, grab your headphones, and dive into the Talking Pools Podcast. It’s your weekly dose of poolside wisdom, laughter, and community. We’ll see you on the flip side!

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P.P.S. Tell your pool-loving friends – sharing knowledge is like sharing sunscreen, it protects everyone!

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Summary: In this episode, Wayne and Steve discuss the importance of cost value association with clients and the necessity of raising prices to keep up with increasing costs. They emphasize the importance of making sure you're making enough money to cover expenses and not feeling guilty about raising prices, as it's a common practice even among manufacturers. They also share their holiday wishes and express gratitude to their listeners.

Key Topics:

Cost Value Association:
- Importance of associating cost value with clients.
- Strategies for ensuring profitability.
- Including price increase clauses in contracts.
Price Increases:
- Justifying price increases due to rising costs.
- Comparison with manufacturers' quarterly price adjustments.
- Implementing annual price increases of 2.5% to 5%.
Holiday Wishes:
- Wishing listeners a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
- Expressing gratitude to listeners for their support and feedback.
- Encouraging listeners to send in comments, questions, and topic suggestions.

Listener Engagement:

Listeners are encouraged to send comments, questions, and topic suggestions to [email protected].
If a listener's idea is used on air, they will receive a small present.

Closing Remarks: