Shows

Are you looking to buy a business? Or maybe you have an opportunity to buyout a local competitor? Kevin and Greg are joined by Tim Murphy, CEO of Boomers Parks to talk about what you should be looking for before and after an acquisition. In this episode you'll learn about... What to look for when buying a business. How to obtain financing (and what not do to). What you should do with the existing brand. How to know whether it's a good deal.

Many operators use Facebook as a means to advertise to their customers. However, a recent iphone update could change the way you reach customers. Marica Brewster from Von Mack Agency breaks it down for us, and shares some tips on how to work though it.

Kevin and Greg discuss some unique ways to increase your profit margins by using both tangible and intangible upsells. Some of the ideas you'll hear about are... Cancellation Protection Damage Protection Affiliate Programs Photos & GoPro Rentals Boat upgrades Life preserver upgrades

Kevin and Greg are joined by watersport entrepreneurs Steven Edwards and Jaden Cymbaluk from the AAMP Agency out of Las Vegas. In this episode, you'll hear... Why customer acquisition matters Which metrics are worth tracking Which online marketing channels offer the greatest returns If Email marketing is still worth it

Greg & Kevin discuss and debate why operators should still invest in rack card distribution.

Paul Bulka Jr. of Aquatic Aviation and Bulka Media joins the AWG to discuss the state of watersports on the West Coast (USA). They also discuss their experience with Groupon and share their thoughts about digital marketing.

Find the right people for your seasonal staff is not an easy task, but this week's guest John Hall brings a new perspective on recruitment. On this episode you'll learn where to find new employees, how to retain them, and why having a plan can make all the difference. Before you hire your next employee, make sure to tune in! John's top websites for recruitment Facebook LinkedIn Zip Recruiter (paid) Indeed (paid) Nextdoor Upwork (contract labor) Fiverr (contract labor)

Have you ever wondered what else you could do with all of the knowledge you've acquired by being an operator or watersport professional? Or maybe you have thousands of photos from your guides that are just taking up space in the cloud. Tune in for this episode as Kevin and Greg share their thoughts and ideas of how to make the most of it.

Ryan Turner from YourBikerGang.com joins us to talk about some of the cool hacks he has for growing his business.

Kevin & Greg break down the boating incident in California involving Glee Star Naya Rivera. You can read the full article here -> https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/naya-rivera-family-sues-wrongful-death-glee-star-death-224842971.html

Kevin & Greg dive into the topic of domain names, and why you need to be creative when choosing one for your business. Greg also shares a story about how he nearly got sued by Facebook, and what he learned from it.

Chris Woodruff gets Awkward as he discusses the growing pains of acquiring Vero Beach Bait & Tackle, and how he plans to integrate with his existing business, Paddles By The Sea.

Alex Husner of Condo-World get Awkward and shares with us what watersports can learn from the vacation rental industry. She also shares a couple great stories from the Summer.

A lively discussion regarding Amazon Explore, the new platform for booking virtual tours and experiences. The guys also talk about how they view perception in both life and business.

On today's show, the AWG are joined by watersport entrepreneur Donnie Coker from Paradise Adventures in Panama City Beach, FL. Paradise Adventures has been in business for 8 years, and offers Catamaran tours and watersport rentals. Here is why you will want to listen to this episode. Hear how Donnie & wife Tracey brought a popular concept from South Florida to Panama CIty Beach. Learn about Donnie's experience with finding the right vessel, and how the business almost didn't happen. Ge...

Kevin's Corner is our newest segment where we share what we learned this week and share anything new going on in our industry. 1- Kevin talks about The Social Dilemma and what he's done to improve his work life balance. 2- Greg talks about what he learned about 401k plans and how inexpensive they are. 3- Arival360 is now open for registration. Register Today 4- Watch Greg and Kevin's webinar with Douglas Quinby and Amber Merrell on replay. Watch Now

Kevin & Greg talk about how they deal with stress as watersport professional and how they handle their work life balance.

Kevin & Greg have a candid conversation about their experiences with paid and organic search concepts. They breakdown how much of an operators budget should be allocated for paid ads, and how to tackle organic search marketing.

Kevin and Greg share their stories on reviews, and several best practices to make sure you're a master at responding to reviews! Greg's Review Tips Never respond to a review when emotional. Allow some time before responding to collect your thoughts. And while that time is passing, don't take shots of tequilla (Kevin's advice). Kill your customers with kindness and address the issue head on. Most people are objective by nature, and want to hear the other side of the story. Respond to nega...

In this episode we interview Ben Merrell, professional hydroflight athlete and owner/operator of power up watersports in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Ben discusses the evolution of Hydroflight (aka flyboarding) as both a sport and a business. He shares some of his advice on growing a successful watersport company. Show Announcements Catch us on the Arival Webinar on August 17th at 12pm EST. You can register for free. Kevin and myself will be joined by Douglas Quinby and Amber Merrell of Power Up Wat...

Kevin and Greg give tips on dealing with your high phone volume, and what you can do to be more efficient with it. Greg discusses a few ways to qualify your phone calls so you can book more trips and make more money. Make sure to stay towards the end as Kevin tells a few great stories of his favorite phone calls! Show Announcements Catch us on the Arival Webinar on August 17th at 12pm EST. You can register for free. Kevin and myself will be joined by Douglas Quinby and Amber Merrell of Power U...

Greg and Kevin share information and stories regarding watersport safety. They do a overview of a few products and services that could help mitigate risk. DISCLAIMER: Kevin and I are not lawyers or insurance experts. The information and ideas discussed in this podcast is from our personal experiences. You should consult with an attorney or expert prior to implementation.

Greg and Kevin have a spirited debate about TripAdvisor. Kevin loses his cool when it comes to TripAdvisor's pricing policies. Greg explains how best to use TripAdvisor in today's business environment.

This episode includes a deep dive into what a commodity or brand business means. Greg and Kevin tell a little bit about themselves and why they wanted to start a watersports podcast.