Shows
PowerHouse Fence ShowWhy Commercial Fence?This week’s episode is part 2 of the Be Careful What You Consume series. This week Dan goes into the question a lot of you should be asking… why do you want to do commercial fence? Is it because you actually should or because you have been consuming something you shouldn’t? **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/Wish... **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosucc... FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2026-01-2342 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowBe Careful What you ConsumeThis week Dan begins a series called Be Careful What you Consume. This episode is all about intentionally selecting what you listen to vs what you truly consume. Just because someone special said it doesn’t mean it applies to you. Be careful what you keep and discard the rest. ****Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&f…****PARTNERS:Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.comThornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/aboutFenceNews: https://fencenews.com
2026-01-1631 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowHow Much Should It Cost?? I’ll tell you… This week Dan is going to teach you how to bid jobs. No more of these questions of “how much should I charge for this?”. Sit down, listen up and bid jobs the way YOU need to bid them. Don’t listen to the nonsense and don’t cheat on your homework. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com ...
2025-12-1240 min
PowerHouse Fence Show100% Ai! - 10 Ways AI Can Transform Your Fence Business Today100% Ai!! This entire episode—script, video, and voice—was generated by artificial intelligence.Dan isn’t speaking in this episode. Instead, his A.I. avatar walks through ten practical ways A.I. can help fence companies right now, from basic tools anyone can start using to advanced systems that transform operations, estimating, communication, and leadership.Whether you’re a one-person shop or a multi-million-dollar commercial fence contractor, artificial intelligence can help you work faster, reduce mistakes, improve customer communication, train your team, read plans more effectively, and build consistency across your business.****Make-A...
2025-12-0526 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowYou Should be Scared!This week Dan talks about how you should be scared of getting into the commercial fence space. You are right to be afraid of what might happen to you. There are countless scenarios that can create massive turmoil or even cost you your business. Don’t run from it… embrace the fear, learn, grow and overcome it. Arm yourself with knowledge, network and people to handle the task. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com...
2025-11-2149 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowREPLAY: Plans, Specs, and Addenda - Details Are Everything pt. 2Dan quit fencin' to go fishin'. This is a replay.This week, we continue to talk about the importance of reviewing all the plans, specs and addenda as well as picking up all the little details. We will talk about how this can drastically affect the success or failure of a project.PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-11-1355 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowThe Fear of Letting GoDan shares how gripping everything too tight nearly broke him — and how building systems and trusting his team set him free. This episode dives into the fear of letting go, the power of delegation, and why real leadership means making yourself less essential. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com ...
2025-10-2434 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowHow My Mindset Evolved: 20 Years of Lessons This week, Dan discusses a couple of key shifts in his mindset that have evolved over 20 years of experience in the fence industry. Times have changed, and our mindset has to change with it. Don’t get stuck in your old ways. Keep moving forward! **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.co...
2025-10-1739 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowGetting Into Commercial Fence Pt 2This week Dan is going to lay out a step-by-step guide for you to follow to get into bidding and installing General Contractor commercial fence. What do you need to do before you ever bid a job? How can you find jobs to bid? Follow along for a few ideas of things you may not have thought of. Drop a comment or call in to ask any questions you might have. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business...
2025-10-031h 04
PowerHouse Fence ShowLive With Perry: From Metal Roofs to Fence LinesOn this episode of the Powerhouse Fence Show, Dan Turbeville sits down with estimator Perry Parker on his final day at Memphis Fence. Coming from the metal roofing world, Perry shares his perspective on stepping into the fence industry and the pros and cons he’s discovered along the way.
2025-09-261h 01
PowerHouse Fence ShowGetting Into Commercial FenceThis week Dan is going to lay out a step-by-step guide for you to follow to get into bidding and installing General Contractor commercial fence. What do you need to do before you ever bid a job? How can you find jobs to bid? Follow along for a few ideas of things you may not have thought of. Drop a comment or call in to ask any questions you might have. **** GoFundMe for Josh’s Family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/honor-joshua-cumbies-memory-support-his-family **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/Wi...
2025-09-1952 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowTrack Costs or BustThis week Dan talks about tracking cost on projects. What is the downside? What can go wrong? What do you stand to gain? Are you tracking cost… Start Now!! **** GoFundMe for Josh’s Family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/honor-joshua-cumbies-memory-support-his-family **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgm...
2025-09-0552 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowBreak Into Bidding with General ContractorsThis week Dan talks about getting into the world of Bidding jobs to General Contractors. What do you need to have? Where do you start? Where can you find jobs to bid? What do you submit when you bid a job? Call in or drop your questions in the comments!!PARTNERS:Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.comThornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/aboutFenceNews: https://fencenews.comEZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-08-291h 04
PowerHouse Fence Show Managing the Chaos: Real Jobs, Real Stakes This week Dan talks about managing real life jobs. The prep work that goes into a job before ever starting, the obstacles that come along the way and completing the job on time. We will hear stories of real-life jobs and real hurdles that were in the way. Do you have what it takes to manage jobs when everything is chaos? **** GoFundMe for Josh’s Family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/honor-joshua-cumbies-memory-support-his-family **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** ...
2025-08-2241 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowMistakes Bleed Profits This week Dan talks about mistakes that bleed the profits from a job and from your business. Dan will share stories of mistakes we have made and what could have been done to prevent them. What processes can you put in place to avoid these mistakes? What mistakes have you avoided recently? **** GoFundMe for Josh’s Family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/honor-joshua-cumbies-memory-support-his-family **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fe...
2025-08-1545 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowEfficient Systems or Pure Chaos? This week Dan talks about the importance of having systems in place to help lay the foundation for the processes people work on every day. Dan tells the story of how this topic showed up recently and what his reaction was. Do you have systems in place or do you operate in chaos every day? **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about ...
2025-08-0852 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowIt’s Okay to Say No… SometimesThis week Dan tells a few stories and gives some examples of times we have said no to customers. Dan will talk about the things that led to saying no, how he did it and what happened. If you are dealing with a customer you don’t want to work for, this is an episode for you. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about ...
2025-08-0150 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowProject Management in the Real WorldThis week Dan talks all about managing a project. He will cover topics like ordering and storing materials, scheduling installation, communicating with customers and handling problems that come along the way. He will talk about the importance of staying on top of all the little things so your margins don’t disappear. Drop a comment or call in with any questions. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.sk...
2025-07-181h 05
The Fence Industry Podcast457. 55k Feet of Chain Link? Light Work for Dan Turbeville! I CoHost with Craig in FGF!#FenceFam Craig Eubanks with Fence Guy Friday asked me to join him as a co-host on Fence Guy Friday when he had top dawg in the fence game, Dan Turbeville on! Great Listen! Even better business info! Everything FenceTech Here: https://www.americanfenceassociation.com/fencetech/2026/ Cheers! Remember to like, share, comment and REVIEW! The Fence Industry Podcast Links: IG @TheFenceIndustryPodcast FB
2025-07-141h 30
PowerHouse Fence ShowCash Flow and Tears Flow This week Dan goes over the cash flow cycle when selling jobs to general contractors. How long does it take to get paid for material and installation? What can you do to shorten that time? Will general contractors pay deposits? **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-07-1153 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowSold a Job! - What now??This week Dan goes over the beginning stages of what happens when you sell a job to a general contractor. What will happen next? What are red flags to look out for? What are some tips and tricks to make the process a bit easier? Tune in this week as Dan shares some experience. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews...
2025-06-2758 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowLook the Part, Lead the Way – Presentation is HUGE! This week Dan talks about the importance of presentation, branding and professionalism. What lessons can we learn from history about the importance of presentation? What lessons can we learn today? How do you present yourself? What does it matter anyway? **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com Thornton Skool: https://www.skool.com/fencelinetosuccess/about FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-06-201h 02
PowerHouse Fence ShowNow let’s Bid Some Jobs! This week Dan dives into the art of bidding fence projects. This will take a few past episodes and tie it all together into a price we are going to submit. He will answer questions like what you need to know, what you should be thinking about, what questions do you ask, when do you submit it, when do you follow up? Dan will share his methods for the process. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting...
2025-06-131h 17
PowerHouse Fence ShowYou Are Enough to Make a DifferenceIn today’s episode, Dan shares three powerful stories — a fundraiser that few supported, a roadside hazard everyone drove past, and an elderly woman left bleeding in her driveway. Each moment tells a deeper story about where we are as a society: distracted, overwhelmed, or maybe just too busy to notice the people who need us. Are we really too self-absorbed to care, or have we just forgotten how to stop and see each other? Dan unpacks the reactions he witnessed — some disappointing, some deeply human — and reminds us why stepping in, even in the smallest way, still matters. ...
2025-06-0933 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowReading Plans – The Basics This week Dan gets into the very basics of reading a set of plans (blueprints) live on the air. If you are new to plans or just want to hear a different perspective stop by and check it out. Dan will show several sample plan sets during the show to give you pointers on understanding a plan set, finding fence, understanding the symbols, how the plans are named, etc. Look forward to seeing you all soon. **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 **** PARTNERS:
2025-05-231h 16
PowerHouse Fence ShowDid I Mess This Up?? This week Dan talks about a situation that has unfolded over the past few weeks with a job we have been bidding. We were put in a tricky situation and may or may not have handled it the right way. Did this cost us a job and relationship or will it result in us being professionals who handled it properly? **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Memphis Tri-State’s Golf To...
2025-05-1649 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowJob Numbers and Purchase OrdersThis week Dan talks about Job Numbers and Purchase Orders. What are they, what they do, how they can help you and why you should be using them. Tune in and drop your questions in the comments and we will do our best to answer them!****Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/.../Wish.../Make-A-WishMid-South...EVENTS:Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/Memphis Tri-State’s Golf Tournament: https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/...****PARTNERS:Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.comFe...
2025-05-0950 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowMake-A-Wish with Amanda WiigThis week Dan sits down with Amanda Wiig, Director of Marketing and Communication, from Make-A-Wish Mid-South to talk about all things Make-A-Wish! **** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Memphis Tri-State’s Golf Tournament: https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/mtsfa-39th-annual-golf-tournament/ **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-05-0258 min
PowerHouse Fence Show Dopamine-on-Demand – Destroying Society? This week Dan dives into the world of “Dopamine-on-Demand” and Instant Gratification. Have we created a society that will not work by making everything instant? Have we seen the end of the great minds of humanity? Do we need Ai to continue to progress and innovate because we can no longer do it?**** Make-A-Wish: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishMid-South?px=11162554&pg=personal&fr_id=6676 EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Memphis Tri-State’s Golf Tournament: https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/mtsfa-39th-ann...
2025-04-2547 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowLive with Craig Eubanks This week Dan sits down with Craig Eubanks to talk about all Craig’s fence business, creating content, how to make donations and whatever else we get into. Stop by and drop a comment if you have any questions or anything! **** EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Young Fence Professionals Meeting: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14tLKMSjnQU/ **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-04-041h 34
PowerHouse Fence ShowFinancial Basics Pt. 2 Dan digs a little deeper into the world of finances with a few more concepts (continuation of last week). This time we will recap with a sample Profit and Loss statement, talk cash vs. accrual-based accounting, assets and talk about what to do with this new information. Where do you start if you have nothing? How do you maintain it moving forward? **** EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Young Fence Professionals Meeting: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14tLKMSjnQU/ **** PARTNERS: ...
2025-03-2840 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowHow to start Knowing and Understand Your Numbers Dan goes into the very basics of understanding financial terms and documents. He will get into basic ideas and methods of tracking cost, using Purchase Order Numbers, using Job Numbers and give you the beginning of the basics on how to understand what you are missing and start collecting data. **** EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Young Fence Professionals Meeting: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14tLKMSjnQU/ **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com FenceNews: https://fencenews...
2025-03-2159 min
Fence Guy Friday40. From Fences to Power Moves! 🔥 | Dan Turbeville on Fence Guy Friday🚀 From Building Fences to Building an Empire – Dan Turbeville's Journey! 🚀 In this episode, Craig Eubanks sits down with Dan Turbeville, President of Memphis Fence Company, Host of the Powerhouse Fence Show, and CEO & Founder of Simpallo. Dan shares how he turned his experience in the fence industry into multiple thriving businesses and what it takes to scale, lead, and dominate in the fencing world. From sales strategies and leadership to making power moves in business, this episode is packed with insights every contractor and entrepreneur needs to hear! 🔍 Key Topics We Cover: ✅ Dan's Journey: From Fence Work to...
2025-03-181h 03
PowerHouse Fence ShowFrom the Ground Up: Claiborne’s First Year in FenceThis week Dan sits down with an estimator/project manager from the Memphis Fence team to talk about the time they have spent in the fence industry, tricks they have learned and what it was like walking in the first day. EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ Young Fence Professionals Meeting: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14tLKMSjnQU/ **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com FenceNews: https://fencenews.com EZG Manufacturing: https://ezgmfg.com
2025-03-141h 15
PowerHouse Fence ShowWho Stole my Identity?In today’s episode, Dan gives a quick recap of our Fencetech experience, the power of networking that can skyrocket your business, and a must-know topic—identity theft. Call in or comment if you’ve got questions!EVENTS:Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/AFA’s Tech Summit: https://www.pathlms.com/afa/courses/61586****PARTNERS:Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.comFenceNews: https://fencenews.com
2025-03-0747 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowWhy go to Trade Shows? Dan gives an unbiased, unsponsored and maybe unsolicited opinion about attending or exhibiting at the fence industry trade shows. Should you go to them? How often should you go? How much does it cost to exhibit? Call in/comment if you have any questions.****EVENTS:FenceTech 2025: https://americanfenceassociation.com/fencetech/2025/Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/AFA’s Tech Summit: https://www.pathlms.com/afa/courses/61586****PARTNERS:Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.comFenceNews: https://fencenews.co...
2025-02-141h 00
PowerHouse Fence ShowIntegrity is KeyIn this week’s episode Dan dives into Integrity… This will tie into last week’s episode on excellence. What is integrity and how do you maintain yours? What can you do to show your integrity to a customer? Will this help you sell jobs? **** EVENTS: FenceTech 2025: https://americanfenceassociation.com/fencetech/2025/ Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ AFA’s Tech Summit: https://www.pathlms.com/afa/courses/61586 **** PARTNERS: Thornton Fence/Business Consulting: https://fenceconsultinggroup.com FenceNews: https://fencenew...
2025-02-0737 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowStrive for Excellence In this week’s episode Dan dives into Excellence… What is it? How do we strive for it? Where does it matter? Why do I even care about it? These are all things we hope to address this week. **** EVENTS: Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ AFA’s Tech Summit: https://www.pathlms.com/afa/courses/61586
2025-01-311h 02
PowerHouse Fence ShowGC Bidding Process In this episode Dan takes a high-level look at the current process we are using to bid jobs to General Contractors. It’s been a while, so we wanted to take a fresh look at how we are doing it. Where do the jobs come from? How do we qualify them? What next? How do we calculate the price? *** Events: Garden State AFA Chapter’s Jackpot Trade Show: https://gsafa.org Thornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/ FenceTech 2025: https://americanfenceassociation.com/fencetech/2025/
2025-01-1757 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowWhen Is it Time for Change?In this episode Dan is taking a deep dive into change. Is it something to look out for, be afraid of, or embrace? When have we made changes and what changes are we looking to make in the future?Garden State AFA Chapter’s Jackpot Trade Show: https://gsafa.orgThornton Fence Consulting Group Events: https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/AFA’s Tech Summit: https://www.pathlms.com/afa/courses/61586
2024-12-201h 01
PowerHouse Fence ShowInformation is Missing!!What do you do when you are trying to bid a job that does not have all the information? How many assumptions can you make? How much “extra money” do you add to cover unknowns? https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/
2024-10-1858 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowREPOST: Good Vendors and How to Keep Them HappyDue to a scheduling conflict, we’re bringing back one of the most loved episodes from season 1. In this episode, we talk about the importance of having a good relationship with your vendors. Joining us is our esteemed guest, Brad Rude from SPS, who will share his insights as a seasoned sales representativehttps://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/
2024-10-041h 03
PowerHouse Fence ShowREPOST: Cash is King!Due to a scheduling conflict, we’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes "Cash is King"! It’s the perfect chance for new listeners to catch up and for our loyal fans to revisit a favorite! In this episode we explore the importance of cashflow in the commercial fence industry.https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/
2024-09-271h 06
PowerHouse Fence ShowStories From the WeekJoin us as we dive into some intriguing situations from the past week that we just had to share with you!https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/events/
2024-09-201h 14
PowerHouse Fence ShowReno, Rain and Insurance RequirementsIn this episode we give a brief recap on the West Coast Fence Show, talk about our rain day and a situation we have been seeing more and more from customers (Owners and Contractors). Stop by, say hello and you might pick up a little something along the way. Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-09-1350 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowOur Process Pt. 5This is the fifth episode in a series that will reveal our entire process for handling customers or jobs. In this episode we reveal the next part of our process for our General Contractor Commercial jobs. We roll back the curtain and reveal (nearly) all to listeners. Join us on this journey as we look at our own processes and try to make improvements to what we are doing. Feel free to give us any suggestions you might have!!
2024-08-301h 19
PowerHouse Fence ShowOur Process - Pt. 4This is the fourth episode in a series that reveals our entire process for handling customers or jobs. In this episode we reveal our process for our General Contractor Commercial jobs. We roll back the curtain and reveal (nearly) all to listeners. Join us on this journey as we look at our own processes and try to make improvements to what we are doing. Feel free to give us any suggestions you might have!!Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-08-231h 09
PowerHouse Fence ShowOur Process - Pt.3This is the third episode in a series that will reveal our entire process for handling customers or jobs. In this episode we reveal our process for our B2B Commercial jobs. We roll back the curtain and reveal (nearly) all to listeners. Join us on this journey as we look at our own processes and try to make improvements to what we are doing. Feel free to give us any suggestions you might have!! Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-08-1648 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowOur Process - Pt.2 In this episode we reveal our process for Ornamental and B2B Commercial jobs. Join us on today as we take a look at our own processes and try to make improvements to what we are doing. Feel free to give us any suggestions you might have!!Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-08-091h 04
PowerHouse Fence ShowOur Process pt.1 This is the first episode in a series that will reveal our entire process for handling customers or jobs. We roll back the curtain and reveal (nearly) all to listeners. Join us on this journey as we take a look at our own processes and try to make improvements to what we are doing. Feel free to give us any suggestions you might have!Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-08-021h 09
PowerHouse Fence ShowStrong-armed by a General ContractorIn this episode we tell a few stories of general contractors who tried to strongarm us into doing things and how we handled the situation. It might not be what you think… Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-07-2640 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowWhat It Is Ain't What It WasIn this episode we talk about how things are different than they used to be. The world we are operating in these days is not the same as it was 10 years ago. We have to adapt to the current workforce, market and technologies or we will be left behind!Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-07-191h 20
PowerHouse Fence ShowTony Thornton - How to Know your NumbersIn this episode, we sit down with Tony Thornton and hash out some details about knowing your numbers. How do you get started with creating a P&L? How do you maintain that over time? How do you create budgets and forecast for the future? This will be a great show since many of these questions are things we want to know for ourselves to improve our own businesses.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-07-121h 24
PowerHouse Fence Show Do we Breakdown our Prices??In this episode we dive into the topic of breaking down prices in our world. Do we do it at all? When do you have options? How do you do it? So many questions, such little time..Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-06-281h 24
PowerHouse Fence ShowCraig Eubanks - How to Start a Fence Company and Make it SuccessfulIn this week's episode we talk about Craig’s background, dive into his fence company, touch on his live show and other industry partners he has chosen to work with. There is always something to learn from everyone in the industry. Let’s see what Craig can teach us!Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-06-201h 13
PowerHouse Fence ShowTwo Whittakers: Magnolia Fence and Purple CoachingIn this episode, we chat with Robert and Michael Whittaker from Magnolia Fence and Patio as well as Purple Coaching. We dive into their experiences with Magnolia Fence and Patio, explore the mission of Purple Coaching, and discuss some of the major challenges they face, along with the innovative strategies they're using to tackle them. Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-06-141h 16
PowerHouse Fence ShowCurrent Affairs and Change OrdersIn this week's episode we talk about the importance of having a business plan and how to explain your high overhead to a GC for change orders. Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-06-071h 07
PowerHouse Fence ShowWe are Struggling with You When you face struggles in business it’s always comforting for me to know that I am not alone. Join us as we share some of the struggles we are facing in our business now and some ideas of what we are planning to help improve that.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-05-311h 14
PowerHouse Fence ShowLive with Dan WheelerIn this week's episode, we sit with Dan Wheeler to chat about industry events, how to make your fence business more efficient, and making podcasts. Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/
2024-05-241h 06
PowerHouse Fence ShowBiggest Mistakes when Selling to General Contractors – Part 2Tune in to hear what we believe are the biggest mistakes people make when bidding, selling and managing projects with general contractors.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2bjBsCisGXtcCD7RTgXJMVHh_y4ROE8nH2-682n6WMP50xT0XCLjUzZnc_aem_AYZkEm0yABCB5ygAIJc-TcDZkqccSIFfOEVVRCt2bfxXO15dJC3o8QHqgcK_vp7_iup7Wr5TbIyAb7cJQKsHgzi
2024-05-171h 09
PowerHouse Fence ShowBiggest Mistakes when Selling to General Contractors – Part 1,Join us as we explore the common pitfalls encountered when bidding for and managing projects involving general contractors (GCs). Dan and Zach share their experiences and opinions, delving into issues like incomplete project information, inaccurate bidding, cash flow challenges, and contract complexities.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2bjBsCisGXtcCD7RTgXJMVHh_y4ROE8nH2-682n6WMP50xT0XCLjUzZnc_aem_AYZkEm0yABCB5ygAIJc-TcDZkqccSIFfOEVVRCt2bfxXO15...
2024-05-101h 05
PowerHouse Fence ShowHow to Find Jobs to BidIn this week's episode we will talk about our process of finding jobs we are going to bid to general contractors.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/
2024-05-0353 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowIt's all your JobIn this week's episode, we're diving deep into what it really means to own a business and explores the most effective mindset for achieving our goals.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/
2024-04-261h 08
PowerHouse Fence ShowBuilding Blocks of a BidIn this week's episode, we get into details about all the steps you should take before bidding a job.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/
2024-04-191h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowGSA Work with Victoria Smith In this episode, we discuss the nuances of bidding GSA works with seasoned contractor Victoria Smith. Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/
2024-04-121h 08
PowerHouse Fence ShowQ&A with Joe Everest Join us for a Q&A with Joe Everest, where we'll explore ways business can grow their online presence both locally and nationally. Get ready to learn!Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/ Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/
2024-04-051h 10
PowerHouse Fence ShowDeposits and Financing JobsIn this week's episode, stop by to hear the guys share their opinion on the likelihood of getting a deposit from a General Contractor and some pointers on how to finance those jobs.Thornton Fence Consulting Group Event Schedule:https://www.fenceconsultinggroup.com/calendar/ Register for the 38th Annual MTSFA Golf Tournament Here:https://internationalgoatdayschampionshipbbq.wufoo.com/forms/k1j5dksd1gv6coa/
2024-03-291h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowSelling Commercial Fence 102In today's episode, we're discussing a critical aspect for commercial fence installers: the equipment they shouldn't be without. Join us as we explore the essential tools every professional needs in their arsenal.
2024-03-2255 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowRachel Kroese - Culture Shift: Navigating Empowerment and Accountability.In today's episode we explore Empire's culture journey, discussing accountability, teamwork, and maintaining positivity amidst transformation with Rachel Kroese from MySalesMan.
2024-03-151h 17
PowerHouse Fence ShowThe Power of PresenceToday's episode is about the deep commitment professionals have towards their work. We'll be exploring the concept of obsession in one's trade, as well as the 'rise to my level or leave' mindset.
2024-03-081h 10
PowerHouse Fence ShowCoulee Tech – Cyber Security In today's episode, we're covering everything from cybersecurity, privacy, data breaches, and AI.
2024-03-011h 32
PowerHouse Fence Show Drew Baskin - Reality FenceIn today's episode Drew Baskin give us the rundown of his app, Reality Fence, his background in the fence business and what it's like to be an entrepreneur these days.
2024-02-231h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowJulie Schulze: The A-Method for HiringIn this week's episode, listen to Julie as she gives us an overview of the A-Method for hiring as designed by Geoff Smart and Randy Street.
2024-02-161h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowAmanda DeBrot - Software DevelopmentAmanda DeBrot from Contractor Accelerator stops by to talk about the unseen side of software development. If you are thinking about creating your own software you don't want to miss this!
2024-02-091h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowSelling Commercial Fence 101In this week's episode, we kick off the first of a series focusing on the hands-on process of selling commercial fencing.
2024-02-021h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowObstacles, FenceTech and Crazy ContractsThis week on the podcast: Overcoming 'Obsticles,' diving into FenceTech wonders, and navigating the wild world of Crazy Contract
2024-01-191h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowFrom Inside the Fence to Building Fence - The David Gatto Story In this week's episode, join David Gatto on a family-friendly journey of overcoming adversity, from addiction to jail to a heartwarming entrepreneurial comeback. Discover the inspiring tale of resilience and redemption in a short, powerful story.
2024-01-121h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowNick Rike and AFA’s NEW Education SystemIn this week's episode, stop by to hear Nick Rike of the AFA talk about their Tech Summit and new Learning Management System that is launching. Get ready for a deep dive into the transformative vision reshaping the way we learn!
2024-01-051h 27
PowerHouse Fence Show2023 RecapIn this week's episode we take a look back at some of the key takeaways from our show in 2023
2023-12-291h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowSubmittals 101 - Contract Documents Pt. 2Stop by to hear the guys talk about what submittals are, what they should contain and how to make them.
2023-12-221h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowTony Thornton's Fence Business Success Conference RecapDan's back with the latest from Tony Thornton's Fence Business Success Conference in this week's episode!
2023-12-141h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowTony Thornton's Fence Business Success Conference RecapDan's back with the latest from Tony Thornton's Fence Business Success Conference in this week's episode!
2023-12-1454 min
PowerHouse Fence ShowContract Documents.... UghhhhhIn this week's episode we will talk about contract documents. Tune in to learn more about contracts and listen to us as we complain a bit.
2023-12-081h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowJustin Judy - What has he been working on?Join us in this week's episode with the incredible Justin Judy as we catch up and discover the exciting journey he's been on lately!
2023-12-011h 27
PowerHouse Fence ShowStarting your own Business with Felicia Jacks In this week's episode, we talk with Felicia Jacks about starting your own business after previously working for a fence company.
2023-11-171h 21
PowerHouse Fence ShowEmployees, Payroll and Taxes with Alyssa part 2This week's episode is part two of our conversation with Alyssa about employee classifications, payroll and taxes. Bonus Content about how we got scammed!
2023-11-101h 04
PowerHouse Fence ShowEmployees, Payroll and Taxes with AlyssaTune in to hear us talk about employee classifications, payroll and taxes.
2023-11-031h 11
PowerHouse Fence Show Meet the Team - Donnie McKernanIn this week's episode, we meet Donnie McKernan. He currently works as a wholesale salesman but he started as a yard helper. Wonder how he got there? Tune in to find out!
2023-10-271h 16
PowerHouse Fence ShowLive with Cannon JohnsonTune in to hear Cannon's experience working with us on a commercial job that was just "a tiny bit difficult" and how that all worked out.
2023-10-201h 19
PowerHouse Fence ShowUnderstanding the Stakes: Why Commercial Fence Insurance MattersIn this week's episode, join us as we dive into the world of commercial fence and uncover why insurance is more than just a formality—it's a necessity for protecting your business,
2023-10-131h 19
PowerHouse Fence ShowGood Vendors and How to Keep Them Happy In this week's episodeM we talk about the importance of having a good relationship with your vendors. Joining us is our esteemed guest, Brad Rude from SPS, who will share his insights as a seasoned sales representative
2023-10-061h 03
PowerHouse Fence ShowWhy is having a good banker essential to your operations? In this week's episode, tune in to hear the story of how Kirk the banker has helped our business and why a good banker is essential to your operations!
2023-09-291h 20
PowerHouse Fence ShowMeet the Team - Kenny McKernanThe special guest for episode 7 is Kenny McKernan. He currently works as a commercial salesman and has been in the fence industry for more than 17 years!
2023-09-221h 19
PowerHouse Fence ShowScheduling Pains of Commercial FenceIn this episode, we explain how to navigate the tight deadlines of commercial fence. Don't miss all our tips at the end!
2023-09-151h 24
PowerHouse Fence ShowCash is King! In this episode, we explore the importance of cashflow in the commercial fence industry.
2023-09-071h 06
PowerHouse Fence ShowA Conversation with Fence Professional Tony Thornton In this episode, we dive deep into the world of fences with none other than industry professional, Tony Thornton. He shares key advice on scaling the industry ladder. Tune in for insider tips and his journey to the top!
2023-09-011h 07
PowerHouse Fence ShowMeet The Team - Randy PenningtonOur first ever chance to meet another member of our team. Join us as we talk to Randy about his 39 years at Memphis Fence Company and his time in the fence industry.
2023-08-181h 01
PowerHouse Fence ShowThis is PowerHouse, pt 2.In this week's episode we are going to continue along our introduction, as well as talk about different topics like late payments, new companies and fancy trucks.
2023-08-111h 06
PowerHouse Fence ShowThis is PowerHouse, pt. 1Welcome to the inaugural episode of PowerHouse, your go-to podcast for all things fence. We’re here to enlighten you with insights, trends, and innovations from the fence industry. This episode introduces us, your hosts, and lays the blueprint for our journey ahead.
2023-08-0356 min
Dan Blanc UncensoredEp. 71 - Wait, There's A Software For That with Dan TurbevilleThe fellas sit down with Dan Turbeville of Memphis Fence who has developed a software, Simpallo.com, to help you Bid More - Win More - Do More for your business!!! 🎥 CLICK HERE to see a video of how Simpallo works and can change your business.▶ Hey #FenceLifers, get your My Fence Life Swag ⬅️ here, just fill out the contact form and wait by the mailbox!!▶ Click HERE to register for the upcoming Stain & Seal University Feb 16th-17th in Alexandria, TN!!▶ Click HERE to register for the Fence Show & Security Expo coming in August 202...
2023-02-101h 38