The Void

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to The Void. We are a show dedicated to filling the void between being an employee and becoming self-employed, between working for somebody else and working for yourself. We're going to be bringing on some guests that are fairly new into their self-employment journey, but that are in greatly different fields than we're in, so we can dive in and discuss the struggles that they faced and how they overcame those to help inspire and encourage you guys to do it as well

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June 12, 20261 hr 0 min

The Void #245 – Trust is the Product

In this episode, David and Mitch talk about what it takes to build trust inside of your business, with both customers and employees. Trust is vital for everything. TW Job Calculator APPS Not ready for a full blown CRM but need to invoice from your phone? This is the APP! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

June 5, 20261 hr 13 min

The Void #244 – What is actually standing in your way?

In this episode, David and Mitch talk about what is actually in the way of you having or being successful. Spoiler alert its you and the excuses you put in the way. Take a deep dive and see exactly how to stop making excuses and start moving forward with success. TW Job Calculator APPS Not ready for a full blown CRM but need to invoice from your phone? This is the APP! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

May 29, 202654 min

The Void #243 – Work Life Balance

In this episode, David and Mitch talk about what work/life balance is really about. A different way to look at it. It’s not what you think. TW Job Calculator APPS Not ready for a full blown CRM but need to invoice from your phone? This is the APP! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

May 22, 202654 min

The Void #242 – Does it Matter Who Owns the Company?

In this episode, David and Mitch talk about why it doesn’t matter who owns the company. Is it Private Equity, Mom and Pop, local, large local, or a 1 man show. What they care about is customer service, are they taken care of, was it reasonably priced, did the repair work. That's what customers care about. TW Job Calculator APPS Not ready for a full blown CRM but need to invoice from your phone? This is the APP! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

May 15, 20261 hr 15 min

The Void #241 – 10 Commandments of Business

In this episode, David and Mitch break down the 10 commandments of business. TW Job Calculator APPS Not ready for a full blown CRM but need to invoice from your phone? This is the APP! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

May 8, 202659 min

The Void #240 – Is Chick-Fil-A The Best

In this episode, David and Mitch discuss Chick-Fil-A getting into the service space, why they will do well and how we can learn from them. There is always an opportunity to offer better customer service than your competitor. It doesn’t matter what industry you are in. Set yourself apart with great customer service and you will never lose. TW Job Calculator APPS Not ready for a full blown CRM but need to invoice from your phone? This is the APP! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

May 1, 20261 hr 11 min

The Void #239 – Is America Done?

In this episode, David and Mitch skip business talk, unintentionally. They get into why this country has such a problem: AI, media manipulation, fear, refusing to listen to facts, and many other reasons. It’s a great listen! Can we all get back on track as a nation? TW Job Calculator APPS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

April 24, 20261 hr 8 min

The Void #238 – The Standard 2.0

In this episode, David and Mitch again talk about why it is so important to hold yourself and your team to a high standard. Did they just talk about it 7 weeks ago? Yes, because a lot of you that listened to that have done nothing! Put standards in place, follow them, it will help you grow your discipline. TW Job Calculator APPS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone How to get Google reviews back: Episode #107 https://youtu.be/Bf8Kqogey3Y Trade Wins by Trading Content https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309829410166761 If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

April 17, 202649 min

The Void #237 – The 3-Option Sale Approach

In this episode, Mitch talks all about why it is so important 3 give options when trying to make a sale. Become someone that allows customers to buy from you, don’t try to “sell” them on anything. It’s the best way to make more money per call that you go on. TW Job Calculator APPS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone How to get Google reviews back: Episode #107 https://youtu.be/Bf8Kqogey3Y Trade Wins by Trading Content https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309829410166761 If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com

April 10, 20261 hr 19 min

The Void #236 – Business Coaching

In this episode, It’s not a pitch, but it's a pitch. Mitch and Dave discuss what is really entailed inside of Trade Wins Consulting, what it looks like, benefits, pay structure, but most importantly why you should try it and just how much it can impact the growth of your business. TW Job Calculator APPS https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradewinsconsulting.jobcalculator https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trade-wins-job-calculator/id6744992264?platform=iphone How to get Google reviews back: Episode #107 https://youtu.be/Bf8Kqogey3Y Trade Wins by Trading Content https://www.facebook.com/groups/1309829410166761 If you have questions you’d like us to answer, please feel free to email them to AskMitch@MitchSmedley.com Thanks for listening and thanks for sharing! Enjoy the show! If you’d like more insight from Mitch and David, you need to check out Trade Wins. Trade Wins can help you start your business or take your newer business and get it to a very healthy level. For more information about Trade Wins, check out https://www.tradewinsconsulting.com/ FieldPulse is the Official Field Service Management Software of The Void Podcast. Their software is ideal for you and your business. For more information about how FieldPulse can benefit you, check them out here: https://www.fieldpulse.com/features?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=The+Void+/+Trade+Wins+(Mitch+Smedley) Empower Payments: Need a better credit card processor? These guys are it http://empowerpayments.com/TheVoid Contact us: askmitch@mitchsmedley.com david@tradewinsconsulting.com mitch@tradewinsconsulting.com