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Shift Happens: Beyond The Boxes Podcast

Shift Happens: Beyond The Boxes Podcast

Written by: Jason Bergenske
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Hi, I'm Jason Bergenske, the founder of MoveitPro Software, Lion's Den Booking Service, Host of Shift Happens: Beyond The Boxes Podcast and a Inc. 5000 List Winner CEO! My mission is to help as many company owners as I can from the experience I have of running my own multi-million dollar moving company, multi-million dollar moving software company, and a multi-million dollar call center that specifically books moves for moving companies like yours.© 2023 - 2024 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Ep 31 - Streamlining the Move: Call Centers, Community and Legends Retreat
    Oct 22 2025

    In this episode of Shift Happens: Beyond the Boxes, host Jason Bergenske — founder and owner of MoveitPro — sits down with Michael, Manager at Lion's Den, and Jeannie, Director of Business Development, for an insightful conversation about how innovation, teamwork, and community are redefining the moving industry.

    If you're a moving company owner looking to scale smarter, simplify operations, and connect with like-minded professionals, this episode is your roadmap to success.

    Transforming the Moving Industry with MoveitPro and Lion's Den

    The moving industry is evolving faster than ever — and those who embrace technology and collaboration are leading the way.

    MoveitPro, the software built for movers, by movers, has become the foundation for operational excellence. It allows moving companies to manage dispatch, scheduling, lead tracking, and customer relationships — all within one intuitive platform.

    Meanwhile, Lion's Den elevates the customer experience through expertly trained call center professionals who bring empathy, emotional intelligence, and genuine care to every conversation. They understand that moving is more than logistics — it's a deeply personal life event.

    Each interaction is an opportunity to build trust, reassure customers, and deliver peace of mind. This human-centered approach leads to consistent 5-star reviews, lasting customer loyalty, and powerful word-of-mouth growth.

    Together, MoveitPro and Lion's Den are proving that technology and heart can work hand-in-hand to transform the moving experience.

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    37 mins
  • Ep29 - How Direct Mail Built a Moving Empire | Greg Sheppard (USA Home Listings)
    May 7 2025

    In Episode 29 of Shift Happens: Beyond the Boxes, Jason Bergenske sits down with direct mail legend Greg Sheppard, founder of USA Home Listings. From quitting a job he hated to building a multi-million dollar lead generation business, Greg shares the raw, real, and ridiculously effective strategies that helped him—and many movers across the country—book high-ticket moves consistently.

    Recorded live at Legends Retreat, this conversation dives into how Greg went from cold-calling to closing luxury moves, and how smart, targeted mail (not spam!) can deliver massive ROI when done right.

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:

    The moment Greg risked everything to chase a new path
    Why most direct mail fails—and how to make yours stand out
    The system that helped moving companies scale to $10M+
    How to target high-value homes and avoid tire-kickers
    Simple tips to increase conversions and get your phone ringing
    Whether you're trying to fill your pipeline or close bigger jobs, this is the no-BS breakdown of what works in moving industry marketing today.

    👇 Resources & Links
    🌐 Learn more about USA Home Listings: https://usahomelistings.com
    🚀 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT your favorite takeaway from Greg!

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    42 mins
  • Ep28 - From 0 to Millions: Lessons from Legends of the Moving Industry (PART 2 OF 2)
    Apr 30 2025

    In Part 2 of this no-holds-barred conversation from the 2025 Legends Retreat, we dive even deeper with two of the most respected movers in the game—Eric Wirks of Wirks Moving & Storage and Steven Reed of Big League Movers and Ready Roles.

    This is the real story behind scaling to $10M… and then having to fight your way back.

    🎯 In this episode:

    ✅Going from profit to nearly $500K in the red
    ✅What happens when your sales team collapses
    ✅Selling off locations and rebuilding from the ashes
    ✅Staying profitable while downsizing
    ✅The emotional toll of being a business owner
    ✅How masterminds and friendships saved their companies
    ✅New strategies for long-distance, commercial, and military moves
    ✅Lessons you can't learn unless you live them

    👉 Watch Part 1 first: https://youtu.be/76C6hNzprUA

    🎙️ Subscribe now to never miss an episode of Shift Happens: Beyond the Boxes

    #MovingIndustry #ShiftHappensPodcast #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #EricWirks #StevenReed #LegendsRetreat

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    51 mins
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