Blue Collar Startup
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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

Why Contractors Need to Put Their Pricing Online in 2026 | Blue Collar StartUp #140
Paul Redman, President of Contractor Commerce, joins Blue Collar StartUp to discuss how AI and online shopping are reshaping the trades.

How AI Helped Save Her Landscaping Business | Blue Collar StartUp #139
Andrea Palacio is an AI Business Strategist who helps business owners automate repetitive work and get their time back with AI.

The Hidden Opportunities in Manufacturing | Blue Collar StartUp #138
In this episode of Blue Collar StartUp, Don Wiesenforth & Matt Grattan of the Center for Economic Growth (CEG) discuss manufacturing careers.
Most Popular Episodes
The Hidden Opportunities in Manufacturing | Blue Collar StartUp #138
In this episode of Blue Collar StartUp, Don Wiesenforth & Matt Grattan of the Center for Economic Growth (CEG) discuss manufacturing careers.
How Anchor Heating & Air Rebuilt to $8M From $2,000 | Blue Collar StartUp #141
Stephanie Postell of Anchor Heating & Air Conditioning joins Blue Collar StartUp to share how she built an $8 million company from $2,000.
Escaping the Messy Middle in the Trades | Blue Collar StartUp #137
In this episode of Blue Collar StartUp, Brent Garrett of Sirius Plumbing & Air Conditioning shares the five stages of business growth.
How AI Helped Save Her Landscaping Business | Blue Collar StartUp #139
Andrea Palacio is an AI Business Strategist who helps business owners automate repetitive work and get their time back with AI.
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.
Why Contractors Need to Put Their Pricing Online in 2026 | Blue Collar StartUp #140
Paul Redman, President of Contractor Commerce, joins Blue Collar StartUp to discuss how AI and online shopping are reshaping the trades.










































































































































