Episodes

  • Engineering Experience: The Small Change That Transformed Stuckey Farm’s Guest Experience
    Feb 20 2026

    Join Hugh and Reuben as Jeff and Jordan Pierce share their journey from traditional farming to revolutionary farm amenities and business models. Discover how they turned bathroom frustrations into a profitable, scalable venture, and learn practical tips for farm diversification and innovation.


    • The process of designing and scaling luxurious farm bathroom trailers
    • How repurposing semi-trailers revolutionized farm amenities
    • The importance of persistence and creative problem-solving in business expansion
    • Strategies for maintaining quality and cleanliness in specialized farm facilities
    • Insights into balancing farm operations with new business ventures
    • The role of customer experience in farm marketing and visitation
    • Future plans: low ropes courses and other innovative farm attractions
    • How farm families adapt and thrive in modern agritourism


    • agrtSolutions.com — Official website for farm trailers and services
    • NAFMA — National Association of Farm Marketing
    • Website: agrtSolutions.com
    • Phone: [Their contact info available on website]


    00:00 - Introduction to Jeff and Jordan Pierce's farm innovations
    02:08 - Challenges and solutions in farm business diversification
    04:13 - The story behind the deluxe bathroom trailers
    07:16 - How the "Throne Room" was conceptualized and built
    10:25 - The transformation of porta potties into luxury bathrooms
    13:09 - Guest reactions and guest experience improvements
    15:29 - Debuting new farm amenities and measuring success
    18:20 - Scaling the trailer business and building a manufacturing process
    22:19 - Maintenance, cleaning, and operational systems for luxury bathrooms
    26:42 - The future of farm attractions: low ropes course
    36:11 - Managing attention between farm operations and ancillary ventures
    42:02 - Why farm visitors come and the value of authentic experiences
    46:56 - Farm life lessons: engaging families and balancing technology
    49:51 - How to connect with Jeff and Jordan for trailer inquiries


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    For farm owners considering similar innovations, the key takeaway is persistence. Start small, iterate, and scale thoughtfully. Maintaining quality and guest satisfaction can turn a simple idea into a major brand differentiator. Don’t be afraid to reinvent traditional farm amenities to create unique guest experiences that stand out in the agritourism industry.


    #Agritourism #FarmBusiness #PodcastGuest #Leadership #SmallBusinessGrowth #GuestExperience #PositiveBusinessAction

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    1 hr
  • Unlocking Agritourism Growth & Innovation: Insights from Industry Experts
    Feb 13 2026

    What if one small change to your ticketing, marketing, or hours could boost your farm’s revenue by double digits this season?


    Join us as we delve into the latest trends, data-driven strategies, and exciting new attractions shaping the future of agritourism. Whether you're looking to boost sales, enhance visitor experience, or introduce innovative activities, this episode provides practical insights and actionable tips.


    • How farms grew ticket sales by 12.3% in 2025 compared to last year
    • The importance of optimizing your ticketing flow for higher conversions
    • Effective remarketing strategies to increase repeat visitors
    • Creating engaging, Insta-worthy experiences and props
    • Launching a new chicken-themed attraction: the Hen House Hustle
    • Using AI tools to craft compelling ads and track ad spend
    • Practical tips for reducing operating hours and increasing profitability
    • Handling guest behavior with clear code of conduct signs and policies
    • Managing staff and maintaining a positive team culture
    • Nerdy but powerful: how to use attendance data and weather factors for planning


    00:00 - Welcome and overview of season highlights
    02:07 - Building ticket pages for maximum sales
    04:19 - Farm growth stats: ticket volume and revenue increases
    05:13 - Engaging customers pre-visit and on-site marketing
    06:11 - Remarketing tips: increasing returning visitors
    07:09 - Ticket layering, offers, and package strategies
    08:03 - Upgrading ticket options: experiences, food, and merchandise
    09:27 - Case study: Boosting sales via email and SMS campaigns
    10:23 - Successful examples of urgent, time-bound promos
    11:18 - Visibility of high-margin items during purchase
    13:06 - Creating flexible ticket types: flex passes and any-day options
    14:30 - The trend of last-minute, impulsive buyers post-COVID
    15:52 - Using urgency and countdown timers for conversions
    16:42 - Crafting effective email drip campaigns with minimal text
    18:05 - Visual engagement: pop-ups, limited-time offers, and color calls-to-action
    19:25 - Integrating additional sales opportunities: Santa photos, add-ons
    20:19 - Launching AI-powered ad creator to simplify marketing
    21:38 - Demo: Generating Facebook and Instagram ads with AI tools
    24:12 - Free marketing & ticketing funnel audits offered by Hugh & team
    25:03 - Responding to seasonal challenges: pumpkin sales decreasing
    28:25 - Managing guest misbehavior with clear signage & expectations
    30:14 - Creating signs that spell out behavioral expectations
    32:33 - Developing a code of conduct for staff & guests
    33:51 - Living with gratitude amidst chaos and stress
    34:17 - The biological basis of stress and how to counteract it
    36:38 - Practical ways to foster gratitude daily
    37:22 - Hugh's ordering algorithm for food & merchandise planning
    38:14 - Nerdy calculations to prevent shortages & streamline ordering
    40:35 - Adapting hours and props to match customer preferences
    44:31 - Upgrading ticket experiences: bundling, add-ons, and premium options
    55:34 - Introducing the Hen House Hustle: a new, staff-free attraction
    58:45 - What’s included in the Hen House Hustle and how to get yours
    60:56 - Designed for quick throughput: under 30 seconds per run
    62:37 - Final thoughts and Q&A wrap-up


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    https://www.ticketspice.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=TS_Search_Brand_VD&utm_term=Brand-Exact&utm_content=ticketspice&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_acc=1893792831&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19620039259&gbraid=0AAAAAD7W1gq0eXCFAS3h-XBUdx2cLnCsr&gclid=CjwKCAiAtLvMBhB_EiwA1u6_Prk2Qm-YWjnKaVweOCdw3t8raoKLaew-AsHV-_C5sNdX0Levhbu36xoCVBAQAvD_BwE


    #TicketSales #EventMarketing #VisitorExperience #FallFestival #FarmEvents #FamilyAttractions #ExperienceDesign



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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Hidden Power of Clarity That Prevents Overwhelm and Burnout
    Feb 12 2026

    In this episode, Hugh shares practical insights on how to use clarity, strategic planning, and margin management to boost farm business success in 2026. Discover how thoughtful calendar organization, event triage, and mindset shifts can transform your operational efficiency.

    Key Topics:

    • The importance of seasonal clarity and how to align events with business goals
    • Using a big calendar approach to visualize and plan the entire year
    • Identifying your season anchors and understanding their purpose
    • Event triage: prioritizing high-impact activities and cutting low-impact ones
    • The concept of margin: balancing load versus limits in labor, emotion, and finances
    • How to build emotional and financial margins to handle unexpected events
    • Lessons learned from past attraction failures and adjusting strategies
    • The role of the Experience Economy in creating memorable guest experiences
    • Practical steps for delegating, automating, and managing your personal and business calendar
    • Cultivating a positive workplace culture to attract and retain good staff

    00:32 - Welcome and overview of the year's planning approach

    0:39 - Shifting from pressure to clarity in farm management

    1:06 - How busy seasons create certainty and how to find clarity in off-season

    1:47 - The impact of workload versus lack of clarity on business tension

    2:11 - Studying seasonal ebbs, flows, and the importance of strategic scheduling

    2:56 - The role of ideas and chaos in reducing margin and increasing stress

    3:30 - Understanding margin: more than just profit—covering capacity in various areas

    3:54 - Exploring three key areas of margin: financial, emotional, and labor

    4:19 - How chaos and overcommitment drain margin and lead to burnout

    4:44 - Clarity beats hustle: avoiding decision fatigue through organized planning

    5:14 - The significance of boundaries and learning to say no

    6:06 - Implementing the Big Ass Calendar to visualize the year

    7:54 - The perspective shift: viewing the business as serving your life, not the other way around

    8:44 - Personal and business alignment through intentional scheduling

    9:53 - The concept of "Misogi" or the big personal goal for the year

    11:02 - Planning around non-working days, holidays, and mini adventures

    12:26 - Integrating seasonal festivals and events for workload balance

    13:44 - Building timelines for event setup, takedown, and recovery

    14:21 - Running an integrated family and farm calendar to reduce cognitive load

    15:08 - Moving from big-picture planning to detailed event triage

    16:31 - Clarifying the purpose of seasonal anchors (e.g., sunflower festival)

    17:41 - How to evaluate which events and festivals serve business growth or experiments

    19:04 - Adjusting event timing based on resource availability and natural energy peaks

    20:22 - Maintaining calendar truth to reduce impulsive decisions and last-minute chaos

    21:35 - The value of event triage: sorting activities by urgency and impact

    24:52 - Margin by design: understanding capacity versus workload

    25:46 - Recognizing signs of being pushed to your limit and managing load

    26:09 - Building labor, emotional, and financial margins proactively

    28:31 - Automating and planning financial margins to prevent cash flow crises

    29:50 - Personal stories illustrating the importance of margin and contingency planning

    31:34 - Lessons from attraction failures and strategic kill points

    34:01 - Introducing the concept of the Experience Economy inside your business 3

    5:39 - Aligning business activities with personal values and long-term goals

    36:03 - Systematizing delegation and automation for sustainable growth

    36:56 - The Family Freedom Flywheel: designing business to support lifestyle

    38:29 - Leadership and positive culture as key to attracting good staff

    39:46 - Upcoming theme ideas, farm attractions, and event planning—looking ahead to 2026

    41:04 - Final reminders for conference deadlines and upcoming events


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    42 mins
  • Understanding Your Customers: A Key to Business Success
    Feb 2 2026

    In this conversation, Hugh and John discuss effective cross marketing strategies for businesses, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer perspectives and leveraging events to enhance customer engagement. They share practical techniques for cross marketing, the significance of channel switching in today's digital landscape, and how to simplify marketing efforts for better results. The discussion is rich with insights and actionable advice for business owners looking to maximize their customer interactions and drive growth.

    • Action is essential for achieving results in business.
    • Business owners have in-depth knowledge, but customers do not.
    • Customers prioritize their own needs and experiences.
    • Cross marketing can enhance customer exposure to various offerings.
    • Events can attract new customers and promote other products.
    • Marketing should be adaptable and not require perfection.
    • Engagement through interaction is crucial for customer retention.
    • Groupon can be effective if used strategically.
    • Channel switching is vital in modern marketing.
    • Start with one product to connect customers to other experiences.

    Keywords: cross marketing, customer engagement, business strategies, marketing techniques, customer experience, event marketing, channel switching, customer retention, business growth, marketing tips.


    00:00 Introduction to Cross Marketing Strategies

    02:39 Understanding Customer Perspectives

    05:19 Leveraging Events for Cross Marketing

    08:05 Practical Cross Marketing Techniques

    10:56 Channel Switching in Marketing

    13:41 Utilizing Groupon Effectively

    15:53 Starting Small with Cross Marketing

    18:26 Final Thoughts and Action Steps


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    Customers Coming Out of Your Ears by Hugh McPherson - https://a.co/d/08W0n3Uv


    Join our LIVE, 8-Module, 8-Week class with other operators:
    March 2nd, 2026 - the ONLY LIVE training this year!
    Don't let another season of
    EMPLOYEE HEADACHES hold back your
    business.

    For more information go to agritourismmanagerbootcamp.com


    #Leadership #Productivity #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #PositiveBusinessAction

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    20 mins
  • The Art of Completion: Finishing What You Start
    Feb 2 2026

    In this conversation, John and Hugh discuss the often overlooked yet crucial aspect of finishing what you start in business and life. They explore the excitement of starting new projects, the challenges of maintaining momentum, and the importance of employee satisfaction and mastery. The discussion emphasizes the need for organization, planning, and the psychological benefits of completing tasks. Hugh shares strategies for closing loops and ensuring that projects are finished, ultimately leading to a more productive and fulfilling work environment.

    • Finishing is created by finishing, not by starting.
    • Starting is exciting, but reality sets in quickly.
    • Chasing new ideas leads to unfinished projects.
    • Employee satisfaction is linked to task completion.
    • Multitasking wastes time and momentum.
    • Planning ahead prevents chaos and inefficiency.
    • People thrive in a groove and enjoy mastery.
    • Closing loops relieves mental space and stress.
    • Completion leads to a sense of accomplishment.
    • Organizational skills are essential for effective leadership.



    00:00 The Challenge of Finishing What You Start

    10:47 The Importance of Organization and Planning

    17:37 Closing the Loop: The Key to Completion


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    #Leadership #Productivity #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #PositiveBusinessAction

    The 31-Day Workforce Turnaround: One Month to a Happier You and a More Productive Crew by Hugh McPherson - https://a.co/d/07F26zkb


    Join our LIVE, 8-Module, 8-Week class with other operators:
    March 2nd, 2026 - the ONLY LIVE training this year!
    Don't let another season of
    EMPLOYEE HEADACHES hold back your
    business.

    For more information go to agritourismmanagerbootcamp.com


    Keywords: business, completion, employee satisfaction, project management, productivity, leadership, multitasking, mastery, finishing, organization.


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    20 mins
  • Fun Mic Check Test Episode
    Jan 30 2026

    Join Hugh, Reuben, and John as they introduce themselves and provide a fun mic check episode to the ALL-NEW Positive. Business. Action. podcast.

    This episode lays the groundwork for the future of this light-hearted podcast, including expectations, introductions, and fun.

    Join us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @positive.business.action


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    4 mins