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NET Gain (Networking, Encouragement, Training)

NET Gain (Networking, Encouragement, Training)

Written by: Evan Tachoir - Jack of All People Trades
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NET Gain helps landscape, snow, and service business owners stop losing good employees and build win/win workplaces—without corporate HR fluff. NET Gain is for landscape, snow, and service business owners who are tired of hiring, training, and losing good people. Each episode tackles one real people problem and what actually works in the field.”

Evan Tachoir (aka the Jack of All People Trades) is a subject matter expert in all things HR/People (Recruiting, Training, Talent Development, Employee Engagement, Employee Retention, and more). His passion is to create "Win/Win Workplaces" where employees are engaged by knowing and working in their strengths AND company goals are exceeded due to strong employee engagement and development.

May this podcast be a "NET Gain" for your day!

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Episodes
  • Struggling in Snow Operations? How Extra Mile Snow Built a Winning Team and Gained a Competitive Edge
    Jan 19 2026

    Snow operations prep and work can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re short on experienced equipment operators. In this episode, Aron Rodman and Harry Steldt share how Extra Mile Snow tackled that challenge by building strong crew connections and leveraging Wolf America Loaders for efficiency. Discover practical strategies to recruit, train, and retain top talent while creating a workplace where your team thrives and your business wins.

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    55 mins
  • From Storm Chaos to Confident, Prepared Snow Teams - Pro Tips for Snow Operations with Kory Grace
    Jan 5 2026

    Snow operations fall apart when teams are unprepared, communication breaks down, and leaders feel like they’re constantly reacting instead of staying ahead of the storm. Those gaps create stress for your crews, frustration for your clients, and missed opportunities to build the kind of team that returns year after year.

    In this NET Gain Live conversation, Kory Grace shares decades of in‑the‑trenches experience to help you transform storm chaos into confident, dependable snow teams. You’ll learn practical steps to strengthen your operation before, during, and after each event, so your people know what to do, how to do it, and feel supported every step of the way.

    You’ll walk away with actionable insights on how to:

    • Prepare teams in advance so expectations are clear and confusion disappears
    • Lead effectively during the storm with communication that keeps everyone aligned
    • Debrief after events to build skill, morale, and long‑term retention
    • Create a culture where your crews feel confident, valued, and committed

    When your team is prepared and supported, your operation becomes smoother, your people stay longer, and your workplace becomes a true Win/Win for everyone.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    25 mins
  • From Disengaged Teams to a Workforce That Actually Shows Up and Performs - What Is Employee Engagement (Part 1)
    Dec 15 2025

    Many snow, landscape, and service companies battle the same recurring issues: high turnover, chronic absenteeism, low morale, and inconsistent performance. These symptoms aren’t random, they are the direct result of low employee engagement, and they quietly drain profit, productivity, and leadership energy year‑round.

    In this episode, Evan breaks down what employee engagement actually is and how understanding it can turn disengaged, reactive crews into a reliable, motivated workforce. You’ll learn how engagement drives real business outcomes , including 21–51% less turnover, 78% less absenteeism, and 23% higher profitability, and why it’s a foundational tool for building teams you can trust during peak seasons and high-pressure events.

    You’ll walk away with actionable takeaways on how to:

    • Identify the root causes of disengagement in your company
    • Build daily habits and leadership behaviors that strengthen employee connection
    • Create clarity, recognition, and growth opportunities that keep people invested
    • Stabilize your workforce so recruiting gets easier, training sticks, and retention rises
    • Use engagement as the backbone of a true Win/Win Workplace

    If you want fewer staffing fires — and more people who stay, care, and perform — this episode shows you the starting point.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    21 mins
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