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Chasing The Margin
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Chasing The Margin dives into the real stories behind the numbers. Each episode features candid conversations with business owners who share their wins, missteps, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. From practical financial advice to mindset shifts that drive growth, we unpack what it really takes to build a profitable business. Whether you’re scaling up or starting out, this show helps you master the numbers—and maximize the gains.
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Taking Construction to the Airfield with Tim Ballard
2w ago01:06:38Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing The Margin, we sit down with Tim Ballard of BEC Services Group to break down the realities of building a business in the highly specialized world of aerospace and energy infrastructure construction. From protective coatings and sandblasting to mission-critical facility work, Tim shares how his company helps safeguard and extend the life of complex assets in industries where precision and reliability are non-negotiable. We also dive into what it takes to scale a family-owned construction company, expand into complementary ventures, and navigate the realities of cash flow and growth strategy in a capital-intensive industry. Tim opens up about what it takes to breakthrough in a niche market like aerospace construction, where margins, safety, and reputation are everything. Whether you’re in construction, industrial services, or simply looking to grow a business in a highly specialized area, this episode is packed with practical insights on building something that lasts.
Transcribe →Emotional Agility, The Manosphere, and Your Business with Marcel Brunel
3w ago01:11:11Tap to summarizeMarcel Brunel returns to Chasing The Margin as we break down emotional agility and how to actually use it as a tool to grow your business. This conversation gets practical, covering how the way you process stress, handle uncertainty, and respond to challenges directly impacts your leadership, decision-making, and ultimately, your results.We dive into how emotional agility improves communication, strengthens client relationships, and drives more consistent performance so you can scale with clarity instead of reacting under pressure.
Transcribe →The Performance Formula: Fitness & Nutrition with Dietitian Jace Rhoden
Apr 2101:07:07Tap to summarizeJace Rhoden is back on Chasing The Margin, and the message is the same, your success still starts with your body but the approach is sharper. As a registered dietitian and performance trainer, Jace dives deeper into how high performers can refine their routines around food, movement, and mindset to unlock more consistent, sustainable output.Building on his first appearance, Jace breaks down what most people still get wrong about fitness and nutrition, where performance is being left on the table, and how small, intentional shifts create long-term results. From athletes to entrepreneurs, this episode is a practical roadmap for anyone serious about optimizing energy, discipline, and execution. Whether you’re chasing personal records or chasing margins, this conversation will change how you fuel your performance.
Transcribe →Dr. AMG: More Than a Mechanic with Chris Manning
Apr 1400:57:54Tap to summarizeChris Manning, known as Doctor AMG, is redefining what it means to be a technician in today’s automotive world. As a dual-certified Master technician specializing in Mercedes-Benz and AMG, he’s built a career on precision, discipline, and pride in the craft. From working on cars alongside his father to reaching elite certification status, Chris shares how committing to excellence, and sweating the small stuff, can completely transform your career and identity.But his impact goes far beyond the shop. Through “Doctor AMG,” Chris has built a powerful personal brand by showcasing real work, high standards, and a no-shortcuts mindset. In this episode, he breaks down how consistency and authenticity turned content into opportunity, while helping elevate the perception of technicians everywhere. It’s a raw look at what it takes to build respect, mastery, and a brand that truly stands out.
Transcribe →Business Behind The Wheel | Shifting into Second Gear with Ivan Funes
Apr 701:02:07Tap to summarizeIvan Funes is back on Chasing The Margin, and this time he’s breaking down what the last year has really looked like since opening Wolf Motors. From the day-to-day realities of running a dealership to the lessons you only learn in the first year of business, Ivan shares an honest look at what it takes to stay competitive, move inventory, and keep margins healthy in a high-stakes industry.We get into the numbers, the strategy, and the mindset behind building a dealership from the ground up. Ivan walks through what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how he’s thinking about growth going forward. Whether you’re in auto sales, building a business, or just curious how dealerships actually operate behind the scenes, this episode gives you a clear and practical look inside the business.
Transcribe →Where Masonry Meets Margin with Richard Moore
Mar 3100:59:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Chasing the Margin, Troy sits down with Richard Moore of M. M. Moore Landscaping & Design, a a full-service garden design studio and construction firm known for precision masonry and luxury outdoor living spaces. Richard shares how he took over the business, why obsessing over the details sets his team apart, and how a disciplined process turns complex design into flawless execution.We dive into what it takes to build margin in a creative, design-driven business from managing clients and coordinating construction to scaling a team that delivers consistent excellence. Whether you’re in landscaping, construction, or any service where craftsmanship meets commerce, this conversation is full of insight on turning design and skill into profitable, repeatable success.
Transcribe →Mastering the Business of Emotions with Marcel Brunel
Dec 1601:07:10Tap to summarizeDon’t just listen, level up. More episodes, insights, and ways to connect → linktr.ee/chasingthemarginIn this episode of Chasing the Margin, Troy sits down with Marcel Brunel, co-founder of Dignity Inc., to explore the powerful intersection of business, leadership, and emotional intelligence. Marcel breaks down how his work with police, fire, and EMS shows that emotions drive performance, culture, and decision-making in every organization, not just public safety. He explains why understanding dignity, emotional regulation, and the human response system can transform communication, strengthen leadership, and prevent burnout at every level of a business.Marcel takes these lessons beyond first responders and shows how emotional competency is one of the most overlooked competitive advantages in entrepreneurship. He shares practical frameworks that help leaders navigate stress, build resilient teams, and create environments where people feel seen and valued. Whether you run a business, manage people, or want to better understand yourself, this conversation delivers actionable insights that expand the way you think about work, relationships, and the emotional foundations behind success.
Transcribe →What It Takes to Succeed in Franchising with Shaun Butterworth
Dec 900:56:25Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Troy sits down with Shaun, a master franchiser who has built and scaled a thriving cleaning franchise from the ground up. Shaun breaks down what most people think franchising is versus what it actually takes to build a profitable, sustainable system. He shares the realities behind supporting franchise owners, maintaining quality across locations, and building a service based business that clients trust over and over again.From operational discipline to customer experience, Shaun pulls back the curtain on how to scale a service model without losing your standards. Whether you’re considering franchising, looking to grow a service business, or simply want a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to manage dozens of owners and thousands of clients, this episode gives you actionable insight you can use right away.
Transcribe →Business Secrets of a Surgeon with Dr. Brian Nwannunu
Dec 200:58:14Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian Nwannunu, a private-practice orthopedic surgeon who built his career on equal parts passion, discipline, and vision. He walks us through his path into medicine, the defining moments that shaped him as a surgeon, and the mindset that kept him grounded through the intensity of training and the realities of patient care. Brian opens up about the parts of medicine that lit him up from day one, and the moments that forced him to evolve.But this conversation goes far beyond the operating room. Brian shares how his love for entrepreneurship emerged alongside his medical career, the opportunities he created by thinking like a business owner, and the calculated risks that led him to where he is today. Whether you’re in business, healthcare, or just hungry for stories of grit and growth, this episode delivers actionable insights on building a career, and a life, that aligns with your passions and your purpose.
Transcribe →The Home Improvement Mission with Paul Dietzler
Nov 2500:54:33Tap to summarizeThis week on Chasing the Margin, we sit down with Paul Dietzler, an entrepreneur whose path weaves through hospitality, home improvement, and a whole lot of community impact. As the owner of Expo Home Improvement, Paul brings a people-first leadership style shaped by his early days in hospitality, and it shows in the way he builds teams, serves customers, and grows with intention.Outside of Expo, Paul created Cerulean Blue Coffee House in Flower Mound, a cozy community hub built around great coffee and making an impact in the lives of farmers who source their coffee. He’s also a driving force behind Collective Way, a nonprofit bringing together business leaders and local organizations to make a real difference in the community. In this episode, Paul opens up about what motivates him, how he balances business with purpose, and why leading with heart can change everything. Tune in for a warm, insightful conversation that just might shift how you think about entrepreneurship.
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