The Tent & Event Rental Podcast
By Paul Spatola
In our podcast we’re looking to encourage, explore and help any business owner in the Event Rental field learn new insights, make connections, and continue evolving their operations. We’ll have stories, interviews, opinions and more regarding the ever evolving tent and Event Rental world. Give us a listen!
The Tent & Event Rental PodcastNov 05, 2019
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27:09
I got too wide to quick - first part
The first part of a multi episode theory about getting too big to quick.
Nov 18, 202325:10
What I did, not what I said I’d do
I rant describing how things went for me starting the business. It’s not a perfect critique of the 13th episode, but it is the generalized story of how it actually went when I did start the tent, table, chair focused Tent Rental Business. I hope you enjoy!
Nov 16, 202352:48
Who should my first full time hire be?
Here is a little piece of my mindset on who the first Full Tim hire should be for your rental business. While this wasn’t a planned or organized topic, I was fortunate enough to have an emailed question in last week. Here’s the quick and dirty.
Nov 16, 202328:33
Where the hell have I been, and where are we going together
Little story time from the last few years, a bit of “what’s coming” and me just saying thank you!
Nov 15, 202336:33
Bounce back
Discussion on some ways to “bounce back” from the economic downturn of the COVID pandemic. Also, a little bit of fire and cheerleading.
Jun 02, 202033:59
COVID-19
keeping positive, and offering some ideas to keep busy (and sane!)
Apr 07, 202017:17
Moving from tables chairs decor and more.. to tents
Little ya gent and high level thoughts on the idea of having an established business in the event rental world- but considering the move to adding a tent (or more) to your inventory. This episode was conceptualized from several conversations I’ve had with business owners who range from just tables and chairs, to full service event rental (without the tent).
Feb 04, 202028:29
February Life
Check in, follow up on a the start to your year, some ideas and suggestions of mapping 2020.
Feb 04, 202017:53
A year in review, a year to review... part 2
Honestly, I didn’t give y’all enough to work with on the last podcast. This is my attempt to make it up - adding some additional bits regarding the previous podcast!
Jan 16, 202016:53
A year in review, a year to review
A quick one- one to get the mind moving and offer a few nuggets to consider transitioning between last year and this year.
Jan 16, 202018:23
If I started from Scratch: an exercise
On this podcast I’m giving you my hypothetical “real life” game plan if i was going to set a 3-5 year game plan to quit my job, and exactly how I’d do it. Keep in mind, this is hypothetical.
Nov 05, 201927:09
Let’s talk Advertising, Marketing and Social Media
There’s only a couple places I like to spend my money in the realm of advertising marketing and social media jump in and listen as I discuss a few different ways you can avoid spending any of your excess cash but continue to drive towards a more profitable business
Nov 05, 201926:26
Simple tools to make your life easier
This 11th installment is the longest yet, and trust me I could have talked about hour on this. I’m discussing a high level overview of simple tools, ideas and solutions that a beginner or novice owner should consider in their day to day.
Nov 04, 201932:57
Back to the basics with sales!
Another short collection of basic thoughts and ideas to improve your (mostly) inbound sales process.
Nov 01, 201919:07
Find your best partners, Now!
Shorter podcast with insights on a “client first” mentality- both as the vendor and from your vendors.
Nov 01, 201917:12
Trucks, Office and Warehousing
Just a few thoughts to get YOU thinking about your fleet, your office space and the transition to a warehouse!
Nov 01, 201925:46
Employees, Culture and Development
Something of a “Part 2” to the labor and culture episode prior. Episode 7 features a deeper look into suggestions on empowering your team and building a star roster
Nov 01, 201920:36
Employees: Labor and Culture
A discussion on your greatest asset: your team!
Oct 31, 201923:28
An introduction to the various tent styles
Basic introduction to some variety of Tent styles you may encounter in the first several years of your business!
Jul 18, 201920:34
So you’re in the Tent game!
Quick little ditty about inventory management, challenges and a few ways to think about you’re next step
Jul 11, 201925:36
“Getting Started” part 2
Get your business setup! Protect yourself legally, and insurance IS important. Short one here for you folks!
Jul 11, 201911:47
Getting started Part 1
Basic insight and thought on common ideas and practices as you consider starting a tent rental business
Jul 11, 201924:28
The Tent & Event Rental Podcast
Introduction to the Tent & Event Rental Podcast.
Jul 11, 201916:11