In this insightful episode of The Trades Podcast, hosts Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres sit down with Patrick Fee, Owner of Mr. Drain Plumbing, to explore what it takes to build and sustain a thriving plumbing business in today’s competitive marketplace.

Patrick shares his journey from technician to business owner, unpacking the real-world strategies that have helped him grow Mr. Drain into a trusted name in plumbing services. From training and leadership to customer service and company culture, Patrick offers honest insights into the challenges and rewards of running a service-based trades company.

Whether you’re a solo contractor, a plumbing apprentice, or a business owner looking to scale, this episode is full of actionable advice and entrepreneurial inspiration.

How Patrick transitioned from tradesman to business owner

The systems and values that fuel Mr. Drain Plumbing’s success

Why customer service is your best marketing strategy

Tips for building and managing a reliable team

Lessons in leadership, branding, and long-term business sustainability

Patrick Fee is the Owner of Mr. Drain Plumbing, a customer-first plumbing company known for professional service, innovative systems, and a dedication to excellence. With years of hands-on experience in the field and a passion for empowering his team, Patrick leads by example and is committed to raising the bar in the trades.

Learn more: Mr. Drain Plumbing

Connect with the team or schedule a service: mrdrainplumbers.com

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In this dynamic episode of The Trades Podcast, hosts Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres sit down with Charlie Cina, CEO of One Tap Connect—the premium digital business card platform designed to help sales professionals and contractors instantly connect, convert, and stand out.

Charlie brings his expertise in high-level sales and personal branding to the table, sharing how One Tap Connect is transforming the way professionals in the trades make a lasting impression. From instantly sharing contact info and reviews to showcasing portfolios and capturing leads on the spot, One Tap is helping sales pros close deals quicker and more confidently.

Whether you're a contractor, sales rep, or business owner, this episode delivers powerful insights on modern sales tools and strategies that can help you grow faster and smarter.

How One Tap Connect helps tradespeople and sales pros make lasting digital impressions

The origin story and mission behind the One Tap platform

Why traditional business cards are outdated—and what replaces them

Tips from Charlie Cina on personal branding and high-conversion communication

How to equip your team with tools that boost professionalism and speed up sales cycles

Charlie Cina is a nationally recognized sales and branding expert, speaker, and the CEO of One Tap Connect. With decades of experience in high-level sales training, Charlie’s passion lies in helping professionals build credibility, increase visibility, and connect with clients instantly—using tools that do the talking for you.

Create your digital card: OneTapConnect.com

Connect with Charlie Cina on LinkedIn: Charlie Cina

One Tap Connect CEO Link>>> Charlie

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In this episode of The Trades Podcast, hosts Jeff Mudd and Danny Torres interview the inventor of the EZ Measurement Trainer, John Gaddis, a game-changing tool designed to make learning tape measure reading faster, easier, and more effective for tradespeople at every level.

The conversation dives into the real-world challenges of teaching and learning one of the most fundamental skills in construction: accurate measuring. The inventor shares the origin story behind the product, the education gaps it’s designed to close, and how it's being used in trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and even job sites across the country.

Whether you're a trainer, a business owner, or someone new to the trades, this episode is packed with practical insights and an inspiring reminder that innovation doesn’t have to be high-tech to be high-impact.

Why tape measure reading is often a barrier for new tradespeople

How the EZ Measurement Trainer bridges the gap between classroom theory and hands-on skills

The inventor’s journey from idea to product to industry adoption

How trade educators and employers are using the tool to speed up training

Why better fundamentals lead to fewer mistakes and greater job site efficiency

EZ Measurement Trainer Inventor- John Gaddis – A trades professional and educator passionate about empowering the next generation of skilled workers through simple, smart innovations that solve real problems in the field.

Learn more: EZMeasurementTrainer.com

Contact for training and bulk orders: info@ezmeasurementtrainer.com

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