Blue Collar Startup
Podcast
Welcome to the Blue Collar StartUp Podcast, where we dive into the journeys of real tradespeople who built successful businesses. Explore our episodes and get inspired by the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of Blue Collar entrepreneurs.
Latest Episodes

How a Father-Son Team Built a $25M Trade Business | Blue Collar Startup #128
In episode 128 of Blue Collar StartUp, Scott Sypniewski & Scott Sypniewski Jr. share how they built SSLLC Plumbing into a $25M+ business.

Define the Problem, Fix the Fire | Blue Collar StartUp #127
In episode 127 of Blue Collar StartUp, hosts Mike and Derek sit down with Bill Tansey to discuss how to bring structure to a chaotic business.

Simple Marketing for Blue Collar Businesses | Blue Collar StartUp #126
In episode 126 of Blue Collar StartUp, co-hosts Michael Nelson and Derek Foster sit down to talk about marketing for blue-collar businesses.
Most Popular Episodes
How a Father-Son Team Built a $25M Trade Business | Blue Collar Startup #128
In episode 128 of Blue Collar StartUp, Scott Sypniewski & Scott Sypniewski Jr. share how they built SSLLC Plumbing into a $25M+ business.
Simple Marketing for Blue Collar Businesses | Blue Collar StartUp #126
In episode 126 of Blue Collar StartUp, co-hosts Michael Nelson and Derek Foster sit down to talk about marketing for blue-collar businesses.
Define the Problem, Fix the Fire | Blue Collar StartUp #127
In episode 127 of Blue Collar StartUp, hosts Mike and Derek sit down with Bill Tansey to discuss how to bring structure to a chaotic business.
HVAC Business Growth Strategies That Work | Blue Collar Startup #129
In episode 129 of Blue Collar StartUp, Mike Nelson and Derek Foster sit down with Lawrence Castillo to talk about scaling an HVAC business.
Real Leadership Lessons for the Trades with Codey Gandy | Blue Collar StartUp #124
In episode 124 of Blue Collar StartUp, Mike and Derek talk with Codey Gandy of Echelon Front as he breaks down what leadership looks like.
Building the Future of Concrete with Sarah Patrie | Blue Collar StartUp #125
In episode 125 of Blue Collar StartUp, guest host Stacy Spector sits down with Sarah Patrie, Executive Director of PCI Northeast.






























































































































