Latest Laundromatowners Podcast Episodes

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55 - Water Usage Tracking and Leak Alert

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - August 08, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
A successful laundromat requires more than just washer and dryers; it also need strong management techniques and creative approaches to reduce risks and boost productivity. In this episode, Doug MacMillan, a sales consultant from Alert Labs, talked about how Alert Labs devices can help laun...

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54 - An Interview with Steven Ste. Marie

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 28, 2017 08:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Listen as we talk about Steven's entry in the Laundromat business and how he worked with the community to provide some space for local mural. https://www.facebook.com/Bay-View-Maytag-Laundromat-299682636711364/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestemarie/

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53 - Clean Show 2017 - Training Seminars

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 21, 2017 08:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
The CLEAN Show happens every 2 years. This year it is in Las Vegas from June 5-8, 2017. There are a number of information seminars put on by each of the show's Trade Organizations.  Association for Linen Management(ALM) Drycleaning & Laundry Institute (DLI) Textile Rental Services Associat...

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52 - The Golden Washboard Awards with Todd Fener

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 14, 2017 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
There are many Trade Shows and Open Houses around the US and other areas for Laundromat Owners but some take a different approach. Today we talk with Todd Fener of Laundry Owners Warehouse and learn about the history and the recipients of the Golden Washboard Awards.  All the winners are liste...

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51 - Bringing Back the Human Element by Laurance Cohen

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 07, 2017 09:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
In the February 2017 Edition of American Coin-Op, Laurance Cohen wrote in his column "Goin' With Cohen" about Ken Barrett, his background, how he got into the Coin Laundry Industry and how he runs his stores. This article was read as an audiobook by professional voice-over artist Chris Abernat...

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50 -WOW Episode #50

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 28, 2017 09:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
A very special podcast as we reach our 50th episode. We look back from our stand-out previous episodes and how it brings so much value to our listeners and co-laundromat owners. Join us as we continue to bring you more episodes in the future. Cheers to the 50th!

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49 - Clog-Hog with Paul del Piero

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 21, 2017 09:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
What does a space shuttle and a laundromat have in common? The answer is in todays PodCast. Paul del Piero joins us today and shares with us some great solutions to drain problems and other valuable technical solutions for laundromat owners. http://www.cloghog.com/

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48 - Wash-Dry-Fold POS with Brian Henderson

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 14, 2017 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
We first talked to Brian in Episode 32 and 33 when he gave us some background on his time in the Industry and what to look for in a Point of Sale System. Now Brian has put together a turn-key system designed for the Laundromat Industry by someone in the business. More details of this new pro...

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47 - Security Systems

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 07, 2017 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
One of the best targets of thieves are laundromats since there's only a few personnel running the day to day tasks and many run unattended 24 hours a day.. But learn how Ken was able to outsmart those thieves in one of his laundromats . Go to LaundromatHowTo.com for all the details.

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46 - An Update on the Gap in Podcast

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - July 21, 2016 08:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
EP 46 - An Update on the Gap in Podcast Even with the best intentions sometimes the main business takes the wheel.

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45 - The Science of Colors in Marketing

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - June 28, 2016 08:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
How can a PodCast talk about colors? Let's give it a shot and find out.

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44 - 10 Things Successful People Never Do Again

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - June 21, 2016 08:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Look to successful people for the skills and traits that they use. 

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43 - Is Your Business Prepared For A Disaster?

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - June 14, 2016 08:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
It's a topic about as exciting as Life Insurance and just as important. If your business is going to be a statistic why not be on the good side? Take some time to prepare your business for a disaster and be the one that makes it out the other side.

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42 - Operation Standards

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - May 24, 2016 08:30 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
I worked with Operation Standards for years in another industry but I never thought I could use the same format in a small business. Operation Standards are one of the main tools to run a successful business of any size.

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41 - Water Heaters

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - May 17, 2016 08:30 - 4 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Every Laundromat needs hot water and there are a variety of ways to heat the water. This week I cover a few of the methods available and some things to consider. Related Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLNROx5kkLw http://www.hotwatersizing.com/

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40 - What Does A Chamber of Commerce Do?

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - May 11, 2016 20:19 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Small business owners wonder if there is a benefit to joining the local Chamber of Commerce. Today we talk with Kim Boyd from the Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce to help answer some of those questions.

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39 - The Basics Of The Industry

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - May 03, 2016 08:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Sometimes we get caught up in the details of the business andforget the people that are just starting out. Time to go back tothe Basics of the Industry. LaundromatHowTo.com  

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38 Construction Pitfalls

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - April 19, 2016 08:30 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Have you ever been told by a Building Inspector to ""Cease and Desist"? I have and it was not something I ever wanted to hear again. Fortunately it was a mistake on their part and we had a great relationship after that but it's better to avoid the confusion. This week we talk about some simple ...

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37 - Change Machines

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - April 12, 2016 08:30 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Lets get back to some of the basics of the Industry. LaundromatHowTo/podcast

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36 - Community Theater Support and Advertising

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - April 05, 2016 08:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Supporting local Theater productions has a far greater impact then just the advertising. You never know how far one of the performers will go in their acting career.

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35 - Laundromat Refunds

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 29, 2016 08:30 ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Problems will happen with the equipment in your store and having a method to provide refunds is important. Listen as I explain the method I use. The video and other information is available at LaundromatHowTo.com/Podcast

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34 - 20 Point Contractor Checklist

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 22, 2016 08:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
It's a fine line between hiring a Contractor and an Employee. The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has a 20 Point List to make the decision. It can be costly to cross the line as you will be required to submit payroll taxes and other expenses from the date of hire. Listen as we review the list ...

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33 - Point of Sale with Brian Henderson Part 2

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 15, 2016 08:30 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
This is the second of a two part interview with Brian Henderson of WashDryFoldPOS.com. We talk about some other systems and then get into the details of good Laundromat specific system. Say Goodbye to the converted Dry Cleaning POS.   Related Links: http://www.laundromathowto.com/ http://wa...

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32 - Point of Sale with Brian Henderson

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 08, 2016 09:30 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
         This weeks guest is Brian Henderson, the Operations Manager of Liberty Laundry, a highly successful chain of laundromats in northeast Oklahoma.           Since its founding in 2005 by Brian's father John Henderson, Liberty Laundry has expanded to a team of 25 people, three locations, a...

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31- Utility Deposits

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - March 01, 2016 09:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Most utility companies  require a deposit (gas, water, power) and for a commercial business these can be quite large but do you have to use your own money? The answer is .... No. Listen as we talk about what may be required and how to work it into your budget. Related Links: LaundromatHowTo...

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30 - Cloud Based Phone System

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 23, 2016 09:30 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
You heard about a business having a problem after hours and the Police and Fire could not get a hold of the owners so you thought I'll just post my number on the window. Now the phone never stops ringing as everybody with an issue and every sales person has your number and you don't know what to...

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29- Facebook Reach up 627,000%

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 16, 2016 09:30 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
In Episode 27 we talked about a theft in the store and how we were able to use Social Media to help the Police. Morally it was a good decision but what about marketing? The answer, Yes. We also talk about how you can provide free advice to increase your customer base no matter what business y...

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28- The Coin Box Problem

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 09, 2016 09:30 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
With washer sizes and prices increasing how do you deal with a standard size coin box? There are a few different options , all with varying costs. But what was the cheapest and quickest method? Have a listen and find out.     Related Links: LaundromatHowTo.com/PodCast

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27 - Stolen Clothes and Social Media

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - February 02, 2016 09:30 ★★★★ - 12 ratings
In this episode we look at a crime that was committed in one of the stores and how Social Media was used to help the Police make an arrest within 24 hours.   Related Links: LaundromatHowTo.com/PodCast 

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26 - Bulkheads

LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast - January 26, 2016 09:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 12 ratings
Bulkheads are required in every Coin Laundry and are used to as a place to connect the utilities to the washers but there are some considerations you need to make during the design and layout. Listen as we venture through the inside of a bulkhead and some tips that will reduce your customers ti...

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