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Aro Benaiah ShowReal Estate & Homeownership Strategies for Everyday EntrepreneursAre you a blue-collar worker or entrepreneur looking to break out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle? In this episode, Aro Benaiah talks with Ed Parcaut, veteran and financial expert, about how people who work with their hands can achieve true financial freedom through real estate. Ed Parcaut breaks down practical steps for buying your first home even with little money saved and explains why homeownership is a game-changer for building generational wealth. Hear real stories, actionable advice, and the biggest mistakes to avoid. If you’re ready to take control of your future and learn how to make your money wo...
2025-11-1928 minAro Benaiah ShowHow Tradespeople Can Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck CycleOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with Connor Tyson, a seasoned financial coach and former advisor who’s helped countless blue-collar workers take control of their money. After climbing out of $60,000 of personal debt, Connor shares how he rewired his habits, shifted his mindset, and built lasting financial freedom. You’ll discover why most tradespeople stay stuck in the paycheck-to-paycheck grind, how small daily decisions can change everything, and what real financial freedom looks like when you work with your hands. Whether you’re an apprentice just starting out or...
2025-11-1737 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom $7,000 to $3 Million: Kevin D’Anna’s Blueprint for Collision Shop SuccessWhat does it really take to grow a blue-collar business from the ground up?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with Kevin D’Anna, a Vermont-born entrepreneur who turned a modest $7,000 investment into a $3 million collision repair company. From mowing lawns at 13 to building, scaling, and eventually selling his thriving auto-repair business, Kevin’s journey is all about grit, systems, and servant leadership.You’ll hear how he built reliable assembly-line shop processes, created a work culture that produces leaders not just employees and why empowering people is the real k...
2025-11-1643 minAro Benaiah ShowStreet Painter to Pan-African Mentor: Olacrown Art Unstoppable ClimbHow do you go from painting on the streets of Lagos to becoming one of Africa’s most respected decorative painting mentors?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Olacrownart shares his incredible rise from a young street painter facing stigma and doubt to a Pan-African instructor training artisans across the continent. His story is a blueprint for anyone who wants to turn hands-on skill into a real business.Olakran opens up about:✔️ Turning discouragement into fuel for excellence✔️ How continuous learning helped him stand out...
2025-11-1509 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Quantity Surveyor to Business Coach: Tom Cooke’s Leap to FreedomWhat happens when you walk away from a steady paycheck to chase freedom?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Tom Cooke opens up about his bold move from working as a quantity surveyor to becoming an international business coach and speaker. With roots in hands-on work and a hunger for purpose, Tom shares the real story behind leaving his 9-to-5, traveling solo for six months, and rebuilding himself from the ground up.He talks about managing money when times are tough, the mindset shifts needed to survive uncertainty, and why self-discipline matters more...
2025-11-1446 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Apprentice to Industry Leader: Michael Isobo’s 18-Year Blueprint for SuccessHow do you build a successful painting business in Nigeria from scratch? In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah talks with Michael, founder of Content Decoration International, a master painter who turned humble beginnings into an 18-year legacy in the blue-collar and home improvement industry.Michael shares how he overcame stereotypes about skilled work, built trust through integrity, and mentored his siblings and apprentices into thriving tradespeople. You’ll also learn the business lessons that separate a craftsman from an entrepreneur from managing apprentices and clients to maintaining consistency on job si...
2025-11-1303 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Lawn Mower to Tech CEO: Bryan Clayton’s True Grit JourneyFrom mowing lawns to building a multimillion-dollar tech company, this is what real grit looks like.In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Bryan Clayton shares how he went from a teenage lawn-care hustler to founding Tennessee’s largest landscaping company and later launching GreenPal, known as the “Uber for lawn care.”Bryan opens up about the early struggles of managing crews, the lessons learned from blue-collar work, and how teaching himself to code transformed his future. He breaks down what it takes to scale, lead with integrity, and tu...
2025-11-1246 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Schoolboy Painter to Business Owner in BeninHow far can one paintbrush take you?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Unity, founder of Unicoat Painter Multi-concepts Venture, shares his inspiring journey from painting his own room as a secondary school student to leading a respected painting business in Benin.Unity opens up about how painting moved from a simple side hustle to a profitable full-time career, breaking the stereotype that blue-collar work isn’t financially rewarding. He also reveals how he mentors apprentices, builds his team, and continues to grow through skill development and di...
2025-11-1106 minAro Benaiah ShowSurviving the Crash: How Eugene Gershman Rebuilt His Real Estate BusinessWhat happens when everything you’ve built comes crashing down?On this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, host Aro Benaiah sits down with Eugene Gershman, a hands-on developer who grew his family’s construction business, faced a market collapse head-on, and found new success in real estate development.Eugene shares honest lessons from scaling too fast, losing projects, and learning what real risk means for blue-collar entrepreneurs. You’ll learn why partnerships matter more than bank loans, how to spot red flags before you build, and why mastering sales...
2025-11-1043 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Moving Furniture to Million-Dollar Firm: Joe Kavanagh’s Blue-Collar BreakthroughHow do you turn years of hard labor into lasting business success?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Joe Kavanagh shares his inspiring journey from hauling furniture and grinding through hands-on jobs to leading one of Charleston’s largest real-estate appraisal firms. With more than 35 years in sales, real estate, and coaching, Joe opens up about the real meaning of work ethic, integrity, and resilience.He talks about losing half his properties in a market crash and how that setback became the foundation for his comeback. From le...
2025-11-0949 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Job Sites to Client Trust, Aidan Bar-Lev-Wise’s Blueprint for Lasting BusinessHow do you turn small jobs into lifelong clients and a service business that stands out for integrity and quality?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aidan Bar-Lev-Wise, CEO of WashTech Property Solutions in Vancouver, shares his journey from hauling debris at 14 to leading one of the region’s most trusted property care crews.Aidan opens up about starting a window-cleaning business during lockdowns, mastering building systems from the inside out, and creating smarter, safer methods for exterior maintenance. He explains how underpromising and overdelivering built WashTech’s re...
2025-11-0736 minAro Benaiah ShowThe Three Pillars Every Tradesperson’s Business Needs to SurviveOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro sits down with Roger Pearson a seasoned entrepreneur and tax advisor with over 50 years of hands-on experience and more than 500 clients served. Roger started his journey with no guidance, made tough mistakes, and turned those lessons into a lifelong mission: helping tradespeople and small business owners build stronger, smarter, and more profitable operations.Together, they unpack the three pillars every business needs to survive legal structure, organization, and tax strategy. Roger shares real stories of hardworking owners who lost thousands to simple accounting oversights, along with clear, practical...
2025-11-0539 minAro Benaiah ShowTurning Everyday Problems into Profitable Businesses: David Sauers on Seeing Hidden OpportunitiesWhat if your next big business idea came from solving an everyday problem others overlook?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, David Sauers, co-founder and CEO of Royal Restrooms, shares how he turned a simple idea luxury portable restrooms into a national franchise and industry leader in event hospitality.From growing up in the marshlands of Savannah to managing a nationwide operation, David’s story is one of vision, grit, and smart execution. He opens up about spotting hidden opportunities, learning from early franchising missteps, and scaling wi...
2025-11-0342 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Digging Holes to Running Multi-Million Dollar BusinessesHow do you go from digging fence posts at sixteen to leading multi-million-dollar companies?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Stewart Ervin—founder of Bracket Management and creator of the Built to Run system—shares his journey from hands-on installer to seasoned business leader.Stewart reveals the key principles behind scaling a trade business: understanding your numbers, creating repeatable systems, and building strong teams that can run without you. He also talks about the power of purpose—why knowing your why keeps you moving through every setback.
2025-11-0235 minAro Benaiah ShowLessons From 70 Startups: What Makes a Hands-On Business WinWhat if the lessons that power tech startups could also help your blue-collar business grow?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, host Aro Benaiah sits down with Andrew Ackerman a two-time startup founder and mentor who’s helped over 70 entrepreneurs launch and scale successful ventures.Andrew opens up about growing up in a family built on hustle, transitioning from consulting into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he now mentors small business owners including tradespeople on growth, testing ideas, and leadership.He shares practical ta...
2025-10-3149 minAro Benaiah ShowBeyond Logos: Shaping Reputation and Results in Blue-Collar BrandsBranding isn’t just about logos; it’s about trust, grit, and the work behind your name.In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aaron Keller, farm-raised in Wisconsin and now co-founder of Capsule, the creative agency behind brands like Patagonia and Capital One shares what 25 years in design and leadership have taught him about building lasting brands.Aaron opens up about starting from humble roots, staying true to values, and leading a small team with purpose. He breaks down the real meaning of branding and how tradespeople and...
2025-10-2951 minAro Benaiah ShowIronman Mindset: How Dusty Holcomb Built Success from the Ground UpWhat does it take to lead a blue-collar business with purpose, discipline, and real impact?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Dusty Holcomb former CEO, Ironman athlete, and founder of Archios Group shares his journey from the farm to the boardroom, revealing timeless lessons on leadership and growth.With over 28 years of hands-on experience, Dusty explains how empowering your team, staying disciplined, and finding clarity can help you scale your trade business without burning out.We talk about servant leadership, daily habits that drive performance, and how to...
2025-10-2745 minAro Benaiah ShowHow Jeremy Shapiro Scaled Up from Solo Hustle to Six-Figure SystemsAre you tired of doing everything yourself and ready to build a business that runs without you?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Jeremy Shapiro a blue-collar entrepreneur turned business coach shares how he broke free from burnout and built system-driven businesses that scale.From working long hours fixing problems to creating six-figure systems that run on their own, Jeremy explains how tradespeople can move from busy workers to true business owners.He reveals the secrets behind effective delegation, pricing for profit, and bringing ideas from other industries to spark innovation...
2025-10-2649 minAro Benaiah ShowThe 8 Money Mistakes Killing Small Trades And How to Fix ThemFrom helping in his family’s Greek restaurant to guiding trades and blue-collar businesses for over 20 years, Emmanuel Skevofilax better known as Manny has seen what makes small shops thrive and what makes them fail. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Manny lays out the hard truths about money, growth, and discipline in the trades.Manny breaks down:✅ The 8 financial mistakes that kill small trade businesses✅ When debt can be useful and when it destroys your cash flow✅ Why reviewing your numbers weekly is non-negotiable✅ How...
2025-10-2456 minAro Benaiah ShowWhy Jason VanDevere Walked Away from a Family Empire to Build His Own LegacyWhat would you do if you were born into a nine-figure family business but your heart wanted something different?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Jason Vanderbilt shares why he left his family’s car dealership empire to chase his own dreams.From cleaning gutters and detailing cars to building Go Crazy, a goal-setting planner with over 40,000 users, and a $3.5M real estate portfolio, Jason’s journey is a masterclass in risk, resilience, and redefining success.He reveals how his “Triple L Framework” helps entrepreneurs validate ideas, stay grounded, and build business...
2025-10-2258 minAro Benaiah ShowHow Tradespeople Can Win Clients Online Even Without a Big BudgetYou don’t need a huge marketing budget to grow your trades business, you need a story.In this conversation, digital marketer and former tradesman Emanuel Rose joins The Aro Benaiah Show to share how blue-collar entrepreneurs can build trust, attract clients, and use AI tools to stand out online.From job site lessons to digital breakthroughs, this episode shows you how to build a brand that works as hard as you do.👉 Explore Emanuel’s recommended AI marketing tools here: https://emanuelrose.com/ai-marketing-tool-saas-directories/#Tradesp...
2025-10-2016 minAro Benaiah ShowDelegation Overload: The Mistake That Sinks Blue-Collar BusinessesThis week on The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Doug Thorpe veteran Army officer, Fortune 500 executive, serial entrepreneur, and now a sought-after leadership coach. Doug grew up working hands-on with his single mom in her interior design business before shouldering $75 million in military responsibility at just 23. He opens up about why real leadership is about connecting with your crew, not just barking orders and how delegating the right way can save your business from grinding to a halt.We dig into practical steps for fighting burnout, bridging gaps across generations, and the...
2025-10-1941 minAro Benaiah ShowHow a Blue-Collar Upbringing Built a Billion-Dollar OperatorFrom mowing lawns at 14 to scaling companies through 60+ acquisitions and billion-dollar exits, Kurt Uhlir known as the “King of Scaling Companies” has lived the blue-collar grind and mastered the art of building businesses that last. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Kurt shares the lessons every tradesperson needs to hear about selling, leadership, and systems.Kurt breaks down:✅ Why tradespeople struggle to sell themselves and how to fix it✅ The surprising power of simply knocking on doors✅ How servant leadership creates lasting trust in any business✅ Pra...
2025-10-1759 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Apprentice to Industry Leader: Michael’s 18-Year Blueprint for SuccessHow do you build a successful painting business in Nigeria from scratch? In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah talks with Michael, founder of Content Decoration International, a master painter who turned humble beginnings into an 18-year legacy in the blue-collar and home improvement industry.Michael shares how he overcame stereotypes about skilled work, built trust through integrity, and mentored his siblings and apprentices into thriving tradespeople. You’ll also learn the business lessons that separate a craftsman from an entrepreneur from managing apprentices and clients to maintaining consistency on job si...
2025-10-1403 minAro Benaiah ShowProtect Your Business: Cybersecurity Lessons for the TradesProtect Your Business: Cybersecurity Lessons for the TradesOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Brett Gallant former construction worker turned founder of Adaptive Office Solutions, a cybersecurity firm helping small businesses and trades stay safe in the digital world.Brett’s leap from the workshop floor to running a thriving IT business is packed with lessons for entrepreneurs who are ready to grow beyond the toolbelt.In this episode, we cover:How to tu...
2025-10-1240 minAro Benaiah ShowProtect Your Business: Cybersecurity Lessons for the TradesProtect Your Business: Cybersecurity Lessons for the TradesOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Brett Gallant former construction worker turned founder of Adaptive Office Solutions, a cybersecurity firm helping small businesses and trades stay safe in the digital world.Brett’s leap from the workshop floor to running a thriving IT business is packed with lessons for entrepreneurs who are ready to grow beyond the toolbelt.In this episode, we cover:How to tu...
2025-10-1040 minAro Benaiah ShowWhy Most Trade Businesses Fail Without StructureThis week on The Aro Benaiah Show, I sit down with Sonya Corkery, a consultant, business owner, and mother who has spent more than a decade helping trade entrepreneurs transform struggling operations into thriving, structured businesses.From pumping gas at just eight years old to guiding her husband’s leap into electrical contracting, Soya understands the realities of blue-collar entrepreneurship.In this episode, we cover:Why most trade businesses struggle with structureHow to get control of your numbers & fi...
2025-10-1049 minAro Benaiah ShowWhy Clear Expectations and Team Rewards Are Game-Changers in TradesFrom washing windows in college to running a restaurant with 25 employees, Andrew Lamppa knows what it takes to build success the hard way. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, he shares how grit, leadership, and clear communication turned his hustle into a thriving business.Andrew opens up about:✅ The real lessons he learned managing and motivating a team✅ How setting clear expectations prevents conflict and burnout✅ Why rewarding your crew directly drives results✅ His personal story of burnout—and the breakthrough that followed...
2025-10-051h 01Aro Benaiah ShowFrom Trades to Tech: How Dan Built a No-Code Business Without CodingTech isn’t just for coders Dan Hefner proves it. Discover how he turned a hands-on career into a thriving no-code business without writing a single line of code.In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show talks with Dan about:✅ His journey from sports fields to software entrepreneurship✅ Why trades experience still matters in a tech-driven world✅ How to market your strengths and stay resilient when starting out✅ The truth about AI, no-code tools, and opportunities for tradespeopleIf you’ve ever thou...
2025-10-0343 minAro Benaiah ShowTurn More ‘Maybes’ Into ‘Yeses’: Ethical Sales Skills for TradespeopleFrom helping in his family’s paint shop to becoming a global sales trainer, Patrick Van Der Burght has lived the journey of selling with integrity. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Patrick shares how tradespeople and entrepreneurs can win more clients without manipulation or shortcuts.Patrick breaks down:✅ What growing up in retail taught him about honesty in sales✅ The seven universal persuasion principles that drive client trust✅ How to handle rejection and turn “no” into opportunity✅ Real-world exa...
2025-09-2859 minAro Benaiah ShowGreen Roof Revolution: How Tradespeople Are Building Cooler CitiesJosh Harrison, Co-Founder and Chief Strategies Officer of Leaf Island, is turning New York City’s rooftops, streets, and coastlines into thriving ecosystems. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we uncover how green infrastructure is creating real opportunities for tradespeople and why it’s the future of urban development.✅ What you’ll learn:How modular green roofs work and why they matterWhy roofers, builders, painters, and installers are key to the green revolutionHow sustainable projects create j...
2025-09-2659 minAro Benaiah ShowBreaking the Feast-or-Famine Cycle in Trade BusinessesRunning a trade business shouldn’t mean constantly stressing over where the next job is coming from. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, I sit down with Grant Fuellenbach founder of Gold First Consulting to unpack how contractors and tradespeople can finally escape the feast-or-famine trap.Grant shares:✅ How systems and SOPs create steady, predictable profits✅ Why curiosity is the most underrated skill for builders✅ Simple AI tools that can save contractors hours (no tech skills needed)✅ How to win better projects without racing to the bot...
2025-09-2150 minAro Benaiah ShowWhat does it take to keep a business thriving for five generations?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, I sit down with Larry Medelberg, a fifth-generation business leader whose family legacy spans 170+ years across multiple trades and industries.Larry shares:✅ The truth about why most business failures are self-inflicted✅ Why cash flow is king and how to protect it✅ The danger of unchecked assumptions in business✅ How delegation can save your leadership and sanity✅ Habits every blue-collar entrepreneur needs for successYou’ll also learn why adaptability—not toughness—is the real key...
2025-09-191h 03Aro Benaiah ShowFrom Blue-Collar to Interior Design Boss: Amy Barrickman’s Success BlueprintWhat does it really take to build a thriving interior design business without a degree? In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Amy Barrickman, founder of Barrickman Design and author of The Living Room Design Formula.Amy started with blue-collar roots and transformed her passion for rearranging childhood furniture into a successful interior design firm. She shares:✔ How hands-on experience beats formal degrees in the design world✔ The keys to building trust with clients and charging what you’re worth✔ The strategies for standing...
2025-09-1258 minAro Benaiah ShowHow a Civil Engineer Built a 6-Figure Cleaning Business | Carl’s Blue-Collar Success StoryHow does a civil engineer turn his skills into a thriving cleaning business?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Carl Amijo, a former civil engineer who pivoted into real estate photography and then launched a top-rated cleaning business in Louisville, Kentucky.Carl shares:✔ How his technical background helped him create systems for consistency and client trust✔ The moment a client complaint turned into a new revenue stream✔ Why structure beats talent for long-term business success✔ How communication from online b...
2025-09-0545 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Wall Street to Gutters: How Aleks Krylov Built a 6-Figure Home Service BusinessEver wondered how someone can walk away from Wall Street and build a thriving trade business?In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, I sit down with Aleks Krylov, founder of Stern Exteriors, who left corporate finance to dominate the home service industry in New Jersey.Aleks reveals:✔ How he turned a frustrating homeowner experience into a profitable trade business✔ The systems and values that attract the right clients—not just bargain hunters✔ Why investing in people and processes separates winning businesses from the rest✔ L...
2025-08-2957 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Losing Everything to Thriving: A Farmer’s Story of Grit and ComebackFrom losing everything to rebuilding a new life this is Jody’s remarkable comeback story.What happens when the farm life you’ve known since childhood falls apart? For Jody, losing his father and the family farm in Ontario could have been the end. Instead, it became the beginning of a new chapter.In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Jody shares:✅ The reality of growing up on a farm and carrying big responsibilities at a young age✅ How he hit rock bottom after losing his family farm✅ The mindset that helped him...
2025-08-2254 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Bakery to Global Empire: Angela’s Inspiring Entrepreneur JourneyAngela Thomas went from learning customer service in her grandparents’ bakery in East Germany to becoming Europe’s number 1 Scaling Expert and founder of Angel Success Consulting: a Dubai-based entrepreneurial family office helping founders, doctors, and service providers scale sustainably and internationally.With nearly 30 years as a serial entrepreneur, Angela has built and sold businesses across beauty, aviation, healthcare, real estate, and retail. She is the visionary behind programs like Skillionair, Skillionize, and Dubai Docs Fast Track, helping leaders grow without burning out and expand confidently into new markets.In t...
2025-08-151h 04Aro Benaiah ShowFrom Carpenter to $150M CEO: James Kell's No-Ego Blueprint for SuccessFrom apprentice carpenter to leading a $150 million construction company, James Kell knows what it takes to build teams, deliver results, and keep workers safe. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, James shares how he’s replacing outdated punishment-based safety systems with a positive recognition approach that’s transforming workplace culture—from construction sites to companies like McDonald’s.We dive into:How immediate recognition drives safer, more motivated teams.Lessons from building Apple’s first Australian stores & managing projects in China.Why compliance alone won’t improve safe...
2025-08-1120 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Brush to Business: How Brian Built a 7-Figure Painting Company (Without Losing Quality)From student painter to running one of Toronto’s top painting companies, Brian shares his 37+ years of wisdom on building a trade business that lasts. In this interview, you’ll learn:How to start small with low-cost marketing before investing bigWhy focusing on one core skill builds trust and reputationThe power of mentorship, apprenticeships, and learning from expertsHow to scale your trade business without sacrificing qualityWhy trades are one of the...
2025-08-081h 14Aro Benaiah ShowLeadership Mistake Killing Your Crew (and How to Fix It) – Tracy Austin on The Aro Benaiah ShowIn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Tracy Austin, Founder Of Elevation Talent Consulting and a leading voice in HR and leadership development tailored for the construction and skilled trades industries.With over 20 years of experience helping trade business owners build stronger teams, retain talent, and develop rock-solid leadership from the job site up, Tracy pulls back the curtain on what really works in blue-collar leadership today.Whether you're: Struggling to manage your crew Frustrated by high turnover ...
2025-08-0244 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Pickup Truck to 60 Employees: Nick Partington’s Blueprint for Trades SuccessOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro sits down with Nick Partington; a contractor who built a restoration business from scratch, took it to 60 employees, and now leads Dazzle, a smart tech platform streamlining heavy equipment rentals for trades. Nick breaks down the real challenges of starting out with just a pickup and some grit, and how he faced the cash flow struggles many in the trades know too well. He shares hard-won lessons about hiring for work ethic, creating systems that actually help your crew, and building a culture that lasts, plus what he learned selling...
2025-07-2551 minAro Benaiah ShowBuilding Wealth From the Ground Up: A Blue-Collar Accountant’s JourneyOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, meet Sonny Grappone, a true blue-collar entrepreneur who rose from bagging groceries and running an auto body shop to co-founding Precision Accounting and Consulting. Sonny shares how the lessons learned from long hours, humble beginnings, and constant side hustles shaped his approach to business and money.We dig into why every tradesperson needs to master basic accounting, how to stay resilient through setbacks, and why your real advantage comes from outworking, not outsmarting, the competition. Sonny also drops practical advice for anyone looking to move from...
2025-07-2130 minAro Benaiah ShowHow Brenda's Reinvented Workwear for Women in TradesOn this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro sits down with Brenda Maxx Cumby Mcgee, a trailblazer who broke barriers on the show floors and job sites of America. From her roots as a tomboy with a Tonka truck to becoming a professional model, union carpenter, and now the founder of God Street Blue—a workwear brand designed by and for tradeswomen—Breda’s story is a masterclass in resilience and vision.Breda reveals how she navigated decades in male-dominated construction, rose to become a union steward, and finally tackled the overlooked problem of poorly fitting workwe...
2025-07-1847 minAro Benaiah ShowFrom Cuban Immigrant to Real Estate Visionary | Gladys Margarita Diaz on Empowering Tradespeople.In this inspiring episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we sit down with Gladys Margarita Diaz—Cuban-American architect, developer, and founder of Urbaniza Realty. Gladys shares her incredible journey from fleeing communist Cuba at age 5 to becoming a force in real estate development and urban design.She breaks down how her early immigrant experience shaped her resilience, why tradespeople need to master both soft skills and hard data, and how AI and financial literacy are game-changers for blue-collar professionals.Whether you're in construction, real estate, or just looking to ta...
2025-07-1156 minAro Benaiah ShowBuilding Online Wins for Hands-On Entrepreneurs with Wes TowersWelcome to The Aro Benaiah Show, where we explore the raw, unfiltered journeys of blue-collar entrepreneurs and the mindset that fuels success from the ground up.In this episode, we're joined by West Towers, founder of Uplift 360. A digital marketing agency helping construction and service-based businesses grow through smart websites, SEO, and proven strategies. West has built his company from the trenches and now shares hard-earned lessons to help others avoid the same costly mistakes.We dive into:His childhood curiosity and how it shaped his entrepreneurial journeyHow construction pros...
2025-07-0453 minAro Benaiah ShowThe Struggles and Breakthroughs of Real Blue Collar EntrepreneursWelcome to The Aro Benaiah Show: the podcast where we bring the real stories, struggles, and wins of blue collar entrepreneurs to light. I’m Aro Benaiah Kehinde and I started this show to give a voice to those who work with their hands and often get overlooked in the business world.If you’ve ever felt unsure, stuck, or wondered if your skill has a future, this show is for you. You’ll hear from painters, technicians, farmers, artisans, mechanics, and others who started small but stayed consistent. They’ll share what worked, what did...
2025-06-1501 minAro Benaiah ShowWhy I Built a Cleaning & Painting Business in School.In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show I share my personal journey into blue collar entrepreneurship: how I started, the struggles I faced, and where I'm headed. From working at a construction site with delayed payments to launching BennyClean Home Service: cleaning and painting service, this is my story of figuring things out one step at a time.I talk about:What inspired me to become an entrepreneurThe turning point during university strikesHow I identified a need and started a business
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