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Pool Pro Found Liable

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Post published:February 9, 2020
Post category:Pool News

⚖ A Court Ordered Settlement Pool Pro Found Liable Welcome back for the conclusion of our version of Law and Order: The Swimming Pool Industry. Bay-Not Watching Not only do…

Are Lawyers Targeting Pool People⁉

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Post published:February 2, 2020
Post category:Pool News

In today's sue-happy age, a lawsuit is pretty commonplace. People sue for things being too hot, too cold, too soft, too sharp. There are claims of prejudice of favoritism or…

Pool Guy Saves Lives with Sewing Machine

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Post published:January 20, 2020
Post category:Pool News Swimming Pool Safety

? Stitching for Swimming By Jules Johnson Pool Guy Saves Lives with Sewing Machine ? Every day we get up and check our phones, let the dog out, grab…

Retail Pool Supplies Educational Summit

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Post published:January 12, 2020
Post category:Education Retail

"It Smells Like a Pool Store in Here!" ?‍♀️ The Great Outdoors - PoolCorp's Retail Educational Summit 2020 By: Jules Johnson It's the second week in January, and tons of…

LIFEGUARD FAILS

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Post published:December 15, 2019
Post category:Employees Pool Safety

by Annette Cohen Pallowick Lifeguard Responsibilities What are the responsibilities of a lifeguard? How do we know if the lifeguard is living up to those responsibilities? Can you identify each…

Teaching Children with Disabilities to Swim

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Post published:November 10, 2019
Post category:Pool Safety

The Challenges of Teaching Children with Disabilities to Swim and How to Overcome Them by Nikos Vasilellis Teaching Children with Disabilities to Swim Swimming is one of the most exciting…

Why Test my Pool for Calcium Hardness ❔

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Post published:November 3, 2019
Post category:Water Chemistry

By Eric Knight The Benefits of Calcium Hardness in Cold Water ? Calcium is often treated like a four-letter-word by pool service professionals. This negative opinion of calcium comes from…

UF Acquires Talent From UAB & Within

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Post published:September 8, 2019
Post category:Pool News Risk Management University Aquatics

PRESS RELEASE ? Making a Splash at The Swamp? UF Acquires Talent From UAB & Within The University of Florida Department of Recreational Sports has welcomed two new faces…

Hiring Gen Z – What to Expect

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Post published:August 25, 2019
Post category:Apartment Pool Maintenance Employees Hotel Pool Maintenance Pool Service Tips University Aquatics

. Supervising and Managing Post-Millennials or “Generation Z" …

Swimming Pool Steve – Exposed!

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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…

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.

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Text Rudy Now!

In this Friday episode of Talking Pools Podcast, Rudy Stankowitz takes listeners through two important aspects of pool care that may seem unrelated but are essential to running a high-quality pool service business: advanced oxidation processes (AOP) and brand building.

Rudy begins with a deep dive into AOP, focusing on oxidative stress and radical scavenging as powerful sanitation tools. He highlights the role of hydroxyl radicals—microscopic but mighty cleaners that break down contaminants at a molecular level. Using UV light, hydrogen peroxide, or ozone, these radicals go beyond traditional chlorine, disassembling pollutants in pools, resulting in water purity that chlorine alone can't achieve. Rudy explains the science behind AOP, positioning it as an advanced, premium offering that pool service pros can leverage to stand out in their markets.

Then, he transitions to brand building, offering insightful advice on creating a memorable and enduring pool service brand. Rudy covers strategies for leaving a lasting impression on clients, from consistent, high-quality interactions to innovative loyalty programs, effective review management, and community engagement. He emphasizes that premium service, customer satisfaction, and transparent communication are the foundations of a sustainable, successful business.

With Rudy’s blend of humor and expertise, this episode provides pool pros with actionable insights into harnessing cutting-edge technology and refining their brand, ultimately offering clients a service experience that’s both scientifically advanced and reliably exceptional.

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