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6 Months to Skilled Labor? THIS System Proves It’s Possible

📅 May 26, 2025 ⏱️ 1:01:42 🎤 Todd Dawalt, Mike Brewer

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  • 0:00
    Introduction to Mike Brewer
    Host Todd DeWalt introduces Mike Brewer, CEO of Brewer Companies, and outlines key topics to be discussed.
  • 0:35
    The 'Professional' Business Card
    Mike explains how the word 'professional' on his business card influenced his company's decisions and culture.
  • 1:33
    Brewer Craftsman Academy
    Mike details his company's training program, Brewer Craftsman Academy, which turns inexperienced individuals into skilled plumbers in six months.
  • 3:28
    Academy Success Rates
    Mike contrasts his academy's high retention rate with the typical low success rates in trade training programs, attributing it to their focused, accelerated curriculum.
  • 4:29
    Attracting Women to Trades
    Mike discusses the need for professionalism and respect to attract more women to the trades, countering negative stereotypes.
  • 5:08
    Secret to Training Success
    Mike reveals the 'secret sauce' of his academy's success: breaking down training into manageable, measurable pieces and providing living wages, alongside financial literacy.
  • 7:00
    Transitioning to CEO
    Mike shares his journey from field technician to CEO, highlighting the importance of delegation, building a strong team, and adapting to market changes.
  • 8:18
    Lessons from Near Failures
    Mike recounts two instances where his company nearly failed, offering lessons on cash management, understanding business limits, and staying in one's lane.
  • 9:02
    Value of a Business Coach
    Mike advocates for having a business coach and a structured system like EOS for accountability, strategic focus, and holding teams responsible for execution.
  • 9:40
    Contact & Final Thoughts
    Mike provides contact information for listeners interested in learning more about Brewer Companies or discussing business growth strategies.

Speakers

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Todd Dawalt
Host
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Mike Brewer
Founder and CEO of the Brewer Companies

Key Takeaways

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Cultivate a culture of professionalism to guide business decisions and enhance your company's reputation and attract a quality workforce.

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Address the skilled labor shortage by creating your own training program, focusing on accelerated, bite-sized learning to quickly upskill new hires.

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Integrate personal financial management training into your new hire programs to empower employees to manage their increased earnings responsibly and foster career longevity.

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Stay in your lane and understand your limits; focus on core competencies where your business excels rather than chasing every opportunity.

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Implement a structured business system (like EOS) and engage a business coach for external accountability, strategic planning, and consistent execution of your company's goals and values.

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