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Tow Business Podcast

Tow Business Podcast

Jeff Poquette / Brad McIntosh

There’s No Business Like Tow Business Running a towing business in today's world is tough. The Tow Business Podcast focuses on towing business topics and discusses all topics that relate to owning and operating a successful towing company. We welcome all show ideas and feedback.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Tow Business Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Tow Business Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Tow Business Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Tow Business Podcast - The Winner Is... - 135

The Winner Is... - 135

Tow Business Podcast

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01/06/25 • 48 min

In this episode of the Tow Business Podcast, we examine the challenges and trends in the towing industry as we close out 2024. Key topics include scams targeting towing professionals and insights into the Traxero-Autoro merger. We share personal experiences with scams, highlight the necessity for valid information sources, and analyze economic trends affecting the market. We wrap up by celebrating listener engagement and encourage feedback as we finally announce the winner of the Whiskey Set.

0:24 Introduction to Tow Business Podcast 0:51 Upcoming Shows and Topics 7:29 Marketing and Software Solutions 8:51 The Importance of Accurate Information 17:26 Navigating Insurance Questions 31:40 Observations on Business Closures 43:51 Economic Trends 47:27 Conclusion and Listener Engagement Miller Industries Traxero Harbinger Marketing ERSCA Please consider donating to the National Open Commerce and Safer Highways Coalition @ https://www.nocshc.com/
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Tow Business Podcast - The Greatest Towing Scandal Ever - 129
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08/26/24 • 64 min

We talk about the greatest scandal to ever rock the towing industry and several other hot, current tow topics.

Tesla Truck Crash and fire

A 5 state SDMO blitz nabs 1130 violators

Massachusetts truck regulation madness

Mandatory, non-existent tow training in Ottawa

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Miller Industries

Traxero

HAAS Alert Safety Cloud

Harbinger Marketing

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Tow Business Podcast - Positive Tow Company News - 134
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12/23/24 • 58 min

In this episode of the Tow Business Podcast, we explore the unique challenges faced by the towing industry during the holiday season, sharing personal stories and insights. I discuss my struggles with managing health insurance for our employees amidst rising costs and the significance of providing meaningful benefits. We delve into the legislation affecting the industry, highlighting our advocacy efforts in response to the FTC's junk fee rule and the need for ongoing vigilance. The conversation shifts to uplifting anecdotes from the towing community, emphasizing the positive impact we can have. We also address practical issues such as chargebacks and security measures to protect our businesses. Lastly, I invite listeners to engage in community initiatives and advocacy as we prepare for the new year with more valuable discussions. Chapters 0:24 Introduction to Tow Business Podcast 0:48 Holiday Reflections 4:14 Insurance Woes 7:48 Employee Benefits and Expectations 13:19 Password Management Frustrations 17:12 Apologies and Health Updates 19:36 Positive Towing Stories 23:44 Promoting Positive News 27:27 Handling Workplace Issues 31:44 FTC Junk Fee Rule Update 34:43 Building Industry Relationships 39:23 Legislative Wins and Challenges 43:04 The Complexity of Towing Contracts 48:02 Technology Innovations in Towing 49:47 Accountability in Vehicle Maintenance 52:18 Equipment Management Strategies 57:48 Closing Remarks and Holiday Wishes Miller Industries Traxero Harbinger Marketing
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Tow Business Podcast - The Good the Bad and the Ugly - 130
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09/16/24 • 61 min

I stumbled across a few towing news websites I hadn't seen before. Without surprise, the majority of stories were negative but we found one good story about a tower in Georgia. We discuss some of the tops stories we found on these Geocities era websites.

Miller Industries

Traxero

Harbinger Marketing

HAAS Alert Safety Cloud

ERSCA

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Tow Business Podcast - Pricing and Invoices - 45

Pricing and Invoices - 45

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10/04/20 • 87 min

Our first show of season 6 touches on many topics in our industry

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Tow Business Podcast - Fake Calls, Outside Sales Pay, and More Bad Invoices - 126
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07/15/24 • 64 min

There may be a new twist to your competition trying to get you to run a fake call at your expense. Are you thinking of adding an outside salesperson? How do you pay them and when is a new customer actually a new customer? We also have a few more problems invoices to talk about. Keep them coming to [email protected]

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Tow Business Podcast - Scams and Secrets - 125

Scams and Secrets - 125

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06/24/24 • 61 min

There's a new scam popping up among the bad players in our industry. We explain how it happens and why these dirty towers must be stopped. We also discuss the new tactics some Canadian towers are using to greatly increase their odds of being paid for recovery work as heard on episode 139 of The Towing Life Podcast. Finally, we discuss those special employees who think they are too good to be terminated and why do co-workers only come to complain about them after they are gone.

millerind.com

harbingermarketing.com

traxero.com

hassalert.com

ersca.com

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Tow Business Podcast - Digital Marketing in the Towing World - 127
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07/29/24 • 64 min

David Harbin with Harbinger Marketing joins us to discuss creating and maintaining a solid, effective marketing program for your towing company regardless of size. It's no longer a matter of giving your company a name that starts with A so you are first in the phonebook. Our customers come from different places now and digital marketing is how you reach them.

Traxero

Miller Industries

Harbinger Marketing

HAAS Alert Safety Cloud

ERSCA

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Tow Business Podcast - ERSCA Training training training - 122
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04/15/24 • 73 min

ERSCA.org

Training, Standard Duty

Heavy Duty, EV

Winching & Rigging

Online & in person

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Tow Business Podcast - Where Are The Unicorns? - 132

Where Are The Unicorns? - 132

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11/18/24 • 63 min

In this episode of the Tow Business Podcast, I team up with co-host Brad to explore the challenges in the towing industry, focusing on leadership and professional growth. We discuss the importance of mentorship for aspiring leaders, the lack of initiative among some employees, and the need to foster accountability within our teams. We also cover effective communication between management and operators, the complexities of safety bonus programs, and the risks of 1099 employment. I encourage listeners to strive for excellence and embrace their leadership responsibilities, aiming to cultivate a new generation of leaders in the towing industry.

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Miller Industries

Traxero

Harbinger Marketing

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FAQ

How many episodes does Tow Business Podcast have?

Tow Business Podcast currently has 108 episodes available.

What topics does Tow Business Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Hero, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts, Business and Trucking.

What is the most popular episode on Tow Business Podcast?

The episode title 'Fake Calls, Outside Sales Pay, and More Bad Invoices - 126' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Tow Business Podcast?

The average episode length on Tow Business Podcast is 67 minutes.

How often are episodes of Tow Business Podcast released?

Episodes of Tow Business Podcast are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Tow Business Podcast?

The first episode of Tow Business Podcast was released on Dec 29, 2019.

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