Are you a blue-collar worker or entrepreneur looking to break out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle? In this episode, Aro Benaiah talks with Ed Parcaut, veteran and financial expert, about how people who work with their hands can achieve true financial freedom through real estate. Ed Parcaut breaks down practical steps for buying your first home even with little money saved and explains why homeownership is a game-changer for building generational wealth. Hear real stories, actionable advice, and the biggest mistakes to avoid. If you’re ready to take control of your future and learn how to make your money work for you, this video is made for blue-collar entrepreneurs ready to level up!
👇 Check the links below for more resources and Ed Parcaut’s recommended book "Financial Freedom."
Learn more and connect at: https://www.edparcaut.com/
On this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with Connor Tyson, a seasoned financial coach and former advisor who’s helped countless blue-collar workers take control of their money. After climbing out of $60,000 of personal debt, Connor shares how he rewired his habits, shifted his mindset, and built lasting financial freedom.
You’ll discover why most tradespeople stay stuck in the paycheck-to-paycheck grind, how small daily decisions can change everything, and what real financial freedom looks like when you work with your hands. Whether you’re an apprentice just starting out or a veteran business owner, this episode will give you practical tools to manage your money, crush debt, and build a future you can be proud of.
💡 Learn more about Connor’s coaching and resources at [progressfc.com](https://progressfc.com/)
👉 Subscribe for more real conversations about money, mindset, and the trades.
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What does it really take to grow a blue-collar business from the ground up?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with Kevin D’Anna, a Vermont-born entrepreneur who turned a modest $7,000 investment into a $3 million collision repair company. From mowing lawns at 13 to building, scaling, and eventually selling his thriving auto-repair business, Kevin’s journey is all about grit, systems, and servant leadership.
You’ll hear how he built reliable assembly-line shop processes, created a work culture that produces leaders not just employees and why empowering people is the real key to sustainable growth.
If you’re a tradesperson dreaming of leadership, or a business owner aiming to scale without losing your sanity, this episode will show you how systems, mindset, and team culture can transform your business and your life.
👉 Watch now, subscribe, and share this with someone in the trades.
🔗 Learn more about Kevin’s work: https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/KevinDAnna
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How do you go from painting on the streets of Lagos to becoming one of Africa’s most respected decorative painting mentors?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Olacrownart shares his incredible rise from a young street painter facing stigma and doubt to a Pan-African instructor training artisans across the continent. His story is a blueprint for anyone who wants to turn hands-on skill into a real business.
Olakran opens up about:
✔️ Turning discouragement into fuel for excellence
✔️ How continuous learning helped him stand out in the industry
✔️ Why many artisans struggle—not because of skill, but mindset
✔️ Building a painting brand that commands respect and income
✔️ Training painters across Africa and organizing impactful workshops
If you’re a painter, artisan, or simply someone trying to build a career with your hands, Olacrownart’s journey will show you what’s possible when passion meets discipline.
What happens when you walk away from a steady paycheck to chase freedom?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Tom Cooke opens up about his bold move from working as a quantity surveyor to becoming an international business coach and speaker. With roots in hands-on work and a hunger for purpose, Tom shares the real story behind leaving his 9-to-5, traveling solo for six months, and rebuilding himself from the ground up.
He talks about managing money when times are tough, the mindset shifts needed to survive uncertainty, and why self-discipline matters more than motivation. Whether you’re a tradesperson, entrepreneur, or dreamer stuck between stability and freedom, this episode is packed with raw lessons on risk, resilience, and redefining success.
👉 Watch now and learn how to turn your trade skills into a business that gives you control over your time and future.
🌐 Learn more about Tom Cook’s work: https://tomwjcooke.com/
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How do you build a successful painting business in Nigeria from scratch? In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah talks with Michael, founder of Content Decoration International, a master painter who turned humble beginnings into an 18-year legacy in the blue-collar and home improvement industry.
Michael shares how he overcame stereotypes about skilled work, built trust through integrity, and mentored his siblings and apprentices into thriving tradespeople. You’ll also learn the business lessons that separate a craftsman from an entrepreneur from managing apprentices and clients to maintaining consistency on job sites.
If you’re passionate about painting, craftsmanship, or entrepreneurship, this story will inspire you to grow your trade, your mindset, and your income.
👉 Subscribe, like, and share this video with someone who believes in the power of hard work and skill.
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From mowing lawns to building a multimillion-dollar tech company, this is what real grit looks like.
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Bryan Clayton shares how he went from a teenage lawn-care hustler to founding Tennessee’s largest landscaping company and later launching GreenPal, known as the “Uber for lawn care.”
Bryan opens up about the early struggles of managing crews, the lessons learned from blue-collar work, and how teaching himself to code transformed his future. He breaks down what it takes to scale, lead with integrity, and turn small, consistent action into massive results.
If you’re in the trades or dreaming of building your own business, this story proves that persistence and skill can grow into a legacy.
👉 Watch now and learn how to turn your hard work into long-term success.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.yourgreenpal.com/
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How far can one paintbrush take you?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Unity, founder of Unicoat Painter Multi-concepts Venture, shares his inspiring journey from painting his own room as a secondary school student to leading a respected painting business in Benin.
Unity opens up about how painting moved from a simple side hustle to a profitable full-time career, breaking the stereotype that blue-collar work isn’t financially rewarding. He also reveals how he mentors apprentices, builds his team, and continues to grow through skill development and discipline.
If you’re passionate about the trades or looking for proof that real skills can create real wealth, this story will motivate you to pick up the tools and build your dream.
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What happens when everything you’ve built comes crashing down?
On this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, host Aro Benaiah sits down with Eugene Gershman, a hands-on developer who grew his family’s construction business, faced a market collapse head-on, and found new success in real estate development.
Eugene shares honest lessons from scaling too fast, losing projects, and learning what real risk means for blue-collar entrepreneurs. You’ll learn why partnerships matter more than bank loans, how to spot red flags before you build, and why mastering sales and marketing is just as important as swinging a hammer.
He also unpacks his powerful motto: “Don’t sell your land, develop it,” revealing how ordinary property owners can turn real estate into long-term wealth.
If you’re hustling in the trades or dreaming of taking your business to the next level, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.
👉 Learn more about Eugene’s work: https://giscompanies.co/development/feasibility-study/
🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with someone in the trades.
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How do you turn years of hard labor into lasting business success?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Joe Kavanagh shares his inspiring journey from hauling furniture and grinding through hands-on jobs to leading one of Charleston’s largest real-estate appraisal firms. With more than 35 years in sales, real estate, and coaching, Joe opens up about the real meaning of work ethic, integrity, and resilience.
He talks about losing half his properties in a market crash and how that setback became the foundation for his comeback. From lessons in customer trust to actionable sales tips for tradespeople, Joe’s story proves that grit and character still build the strongest businesses.
Whether you’re on the tools or running a team, this episode will motivate you to bet on yourself and keep pushing, no matter the obstacles.
👉 Watch now and discover how blue-collar principles create long-term success.
🎟 Learn more about Joe Kavanagh’s “Effective Business Building Strategies for Communication to Close Sales” event here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/effective-business-building-strategies-for-communication-to-close-sales-tickets-669094498657
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How do you turn small jobs into lifelong clients and a service business that stands out for integrity and quality?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aidan Bar-Lev-Wise, CEO of WashTech Property Solutions in Vancouver, shares his journey from hauling debris at 14 to leading one of the region’s most trusted property care crews.
Aidan opens up about starting a window-cleaning business during lockdowns, mastering building systems from the inside out, and creating smarter, safer methods for exterior maintenance. He explains how underpromising and overdelivering built WashTech’s reputation and how simple systems can help any service entrepreneur grow while keeping their quality high.
Whether you’re in cleaning, painting, or property maintenance, this episode will show you how grit, honesty, and structure can turn your trade into a long-term business.
👉 Watch now and learn how to scale your service business without losing what makes it great.
Learn more from Aidan and the WashTech team here: https://www.washtechsolution.ca/blog
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On this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro sits down with Roger Pearson a seasoned entrepreneur and tax advisor with over 50 years of hands-on experience and more than 500 clients served. Roger started his journey with no guidance, made tough mistakes, and turned those lessons into a lifelong mission: helping tradespeople and small business owners build stronger, smarter, and more profitable operations.
Together, they unpack the three pillars every business needs to survive legal structure, organization, and tax strategy. Roger shares real stories of hardworking owners who lost thousands to simple accounting oversights, along with clear, practical advice on how to avoid the same traps.
If you’re in the trades and want to protect your earnings, plan for growth, and gain real financial freedom, this episode is your guide.
📘 Get Roger’s free report here: https://seagulltechnologiestraining.com/forms/free-report
🎧 Listen now, subscribe, and share this episode with someone building their dream in the trades.
What if your next big business idea came from solving an everyday problem others overlook?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, David Sowers, co-founder and CEO of Royal Restrooms, shares how he turned a simple idea luxury portable restrooms into a national franchise and industry leader in event hospitality.
From growing up in the marshlands of Savannah to managing a nationwide operation, David’s story is one of vision, grit, and smart execution. He opens up about spotting hidden opportunities, learning from early franchising missteps, and scaling without losing quality or authenticity.
Whether you’re in construction, cleaning, or any hands-on trade, this episode delivers real lessons on systems, branding, and long-term thinking that turn small beginnings into sustainable success.
Watch now and discover how solving everyday problems can build extraordinary businesses.
Learn more about Royal Restrooms here: https://royalrestrooms.com/
#DavidSauers #TheAroBenaiahShow #RoyalRestrooms #BlueCollarEntrepreneur #FranchiseSuccess #TradeBusiness #HandsOnLeadership #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #HiddenOpportunities
How do you go from digging fence posts at sixteen to leading multi-million-dollar companies?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Stewart Ervin—founder of Bracket Management and creator of the Built to Run system—shares his journey from hands-on installer to seasoned business leader.
Stewart reveals the key principles behind scaling a trade business: understanding your numbers, creating repeatable systems, and building strong teams that can run without you. He also talks about the power of purpose—why knowing your why keeps you moving through every setback.
Whether you’re just starting your first crew or already managing a growing trade company, this episode is packed with practical, hard-earned lessons that will help you scale with clarity and confidence.
👉 Watch now and learn how to turn your hands-on hustle into a business that truly runs itself.
Learn more and take the Built to Run assessment here: https://www.bracketmgmt.com/assessment
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What if the lessons that power tech startups could also help your blue-collar business grow?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, host Aro Benaiah sits down with Andrew Ackerman a two-time startup founder and mentor who’s helped over 70 entrepreneurs launch and scale successful ventures.
Andrew opens up about growing up in a family built on hustle, transitioning from consulting into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he now mentors small business owners including tradespeople on growth, testing ideas, and leadership.
He shares practical takeaways: why saying “yes” before you’re fully ready can fuel momentum, how to validate ideas fast, and why empathy and grit are key for long-term success.
If you’re a hands-on business owner or trade entrepreneur ready to level up your mindset and operations, this conversation will give you both clarity and courage.
👉 Watch now and learn real startup lessons you can apply to your trade or service business today.
Learn more about Andrew here: https://www.andrewbackerman.com/
#AndrewAkama #TheAroBenaiahShow #StartupMindset #TradeEntrepreneur #BlueCollarSuccess #SmallBusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipLessons #StartupMentor #HandsOnBusiness
Branding isn’t just about logos; it’s about trust, grit, and the work behind your name.
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aaron Keller, farm-raised in Wisconsin and now co-founder of Capsule, the creative agency behind brands like Patagonia and Capital One shares what 25 years in design and leadership have taught him about building lasting brands.
Aaron opens up about starting from humble roots, staying true to values, and leading a small team with purpose. He breaks down the real meaning of branding and how tradespeople and small business owners can build strong reputations without big budgets.
If you’re a hands-on entrepreneur looking to grow your business through authenticity and trust, this episode will change how you see your brand.
👉 Learn more about Capsule: https://capsule.us/about
👉 Visit their website: https://capsule.us/
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What does it take to lead a blue-collar business with purpose, discipline, and real impact?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Dusty Holcomb former CEO, Ironman athlete, and founder of Archios Group shares his journey from the farm to the boardroom, revealing timeless lessons on leadership and growth.
With over 28 years of hands-on experience, Dusty explains how empowering your team, staying disciplined, and finding clarity can help you scale your trade business without burning out.
We talk about servant leadership, daily habits that drive performance, and how to build a reputation that keeps customers and crews loyal for years.
If you’re ready to grow your business, align your team, and lead with purpose this episode is for you.
👉 Watch now and start building your legacy one job, one habit, one day at a time.
🔗 Take Dusty’s free Leadership Gap Assessment here: https://leadershipgapassessment.scoreapp.com/
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Are you tired of doing everything yourself and ready to build a business that runs without you?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Jeremy Shapiro a blue-collar entrepreneur turned business coach shares how he broke free from burnout and built system-driven businesses that scale.
From working long hours fixing problems to creating six-figure systems that run on their own, Jeremy explains how tradespeople can move from busy workers to true business owners.
He reveals the secrets behind effective delegation, pricing for profit, and bringing ideas from other industries to spark innovation in your trade.
If you’re a painter, plumber, or builder ready to grow your business without losing your freedom, this episode is your playbook.
👉 Watch now and start building the systems that set you free.
🔗 Learn more about Jeremy’s business growth tools here: https://yourbusinessgrowthplaybook.com/
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From helping in his family’s Greek restaurant to guiding trades and blue-collar businesses for over 20 years, Emmanuel Skevofilax better known as Manny has seen what makes small shops thrive and what makes them fail. In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Manny lays out the hard truths about money, growth, and discipline in the trades.
Manny breaks down:
✅ The 8 financial mistakes that kill small trade businesses
✅ When debt can be useful and when it destroys your cash flow
✅ Why reviewing your numbers weekly is non-negotiable
✅ How “shiny new toys” can derail even the most passionate entrepreneurs
If you’re building with grit and passion but want financial stability that lasts, this episode will give you the roadmap to avoid costly mistakes and grow sustainably.
👉 Learn more from Manny here: https://portalcfo.com/
👉 Subscribe for more conversations that help tradespeople and blue-collar entrepreneurs succeed.
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What would you do if you were born into a nine-figure family business but your heart wanted something different?
In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Jason Vanderbilt shares why he left his family’s car dealership empire to chase his own dreams.
From cleaning gutters and detailing cars to building Go Crazy, a goal-setting planner with over 40,000 users, and a $3.5M real estate portfolio, Jason’s journey is a masterclass in risk, resilience, and redefining success.
He reveals how his “Triple L Framework” helps entrepreneurs validate ideas, stay grounded, and build businesses that align with their values not just profits.
👉 Watch now and learn how to create your own version of legacy and freedom.
🔗 Explore more about Jason’s work here: https://www.gocrazyplanner.com
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