The PromoMinds Podcast

By Steve Leslie

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Episodes: 59

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The PromoMinds Podcast is a candid look at business, marketing, and leadership through the lens of the Canadian pool & spa industry. Hosted by Steve Leslie, the show features real conversations with builders, suppliers, and business owners about what’s actually happening on the ground — from sales and branding to economic pressure, burnout, and long-term opportunity.

This isn’t hype or theory. It’s practical insight, honest discussion, and big-picture thinking for professionals who want to build stronger businesses, adapt to changing markets, and stay mentally sharp in an industry that never slows down.

About the Evolution of the Show

The PromoMinds Podcast originally launched as a broader exploration of marketing, entrepreneurship, and personal growth for solopreneurs and small business owners. As the show evolved — and as real conversations with builders, suppliers, and business owners deepened — its focus naturally sharpened around the Canadian pool & spa industry.

Earlier episodes reflect the foundational themes of branding, mindset, and selling yourself, while newer episodes apply those lessons directly to the realities of today’s industry. Together, they tell the full story of what it takes to build a business that lasts.

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Episode Date
Ep 59: The Fallout of Canada's Federal Election For The Pool Industry | The PromoMinds Podcast
May 01, 2025
Ep 58: Tariffs, Interest Rates, & Why Now is STILL a Time to Grow in the Canadian Pool Industry
Apr 17, 2025
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 57: Employee to Owner & Building a Brand w/ Chris Rowan of Element Pools
Mar 28, 2025
Ep 56: How Canadian Pool Pros Can Thrive During Uncertain Times
Mar 13, 2025
Ep 55: Trump Tariffs vs The Canadian Pool & Spa Industry
Mar 04, 2025
Ep 54 | Branding: How Do People See You? | The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 05, 2024
Ep 53: Helping Solopreneurs Generate More Leads with Almost No Budget | The PromoMinds Podcast
Aug 29, 2024
Ep 52: Building Your Brand: What Is YOUR Story? | The PromoMinds Podcast
Aug 22, 2024
Ep 51: Selling In A Recession with the Hybrid Road Warrior Randy Chaffee | The PromoMinds Podcast
Aug 15, 2024
Ep 50: Exploring The Financial Markets and Outlooks From Prior Predictions | PromoMinds Podcast
Aug 08, 2024
Ep 49: Interest Rate Changes and What Lays Ahead for Ontario's Housing Crisis | PromoMinds Podcast
Aug 01, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep48: Mastering Construction Contracts w/ Ralph Lembcke
Jul 25, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | E47: Online Presence as a Contractor | Wes & Chris | Blue Collar Marketing
Jul 18, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 46: Fixing Post-Pandemic Customer Service w/ Leigh Hinsperger of HPI
Jun 13, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep. 45: Trends & Environmental Concerns w/ Chris & Marette | Majestic Pools
Jun 06, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | E44: Showcase Your Construction Business w/ Bri Wardle | Elevated Productions
May 30, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 43: Community, Rosco The Dog, and Swimming Pools | Cory Eagles
May 23, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 42: Building Trust & Protecting Consumers w/ Angelo Jr of Pools By Angelo
May 16, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | E41: Connecting & Standing Out w/ Rhett Bradshaw of Vantage LeisureScapes
May 09, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | E40: Building Trust & Adapting in Construction w/ John | Action Home Services
May 02, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 39: Navigating Pool Construction w/ Adam Pink of Creative Pools Ltd
Apr 25, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 38: A Customer-Centric Approach w/ Mike & Erik of Riverside Pools
Apr 18, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep37: One Bold Move At A Time w/ Sara-Marie & Alan Blais of Bold Illumination
Apr 11, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 36: Balancing Business and Family with Larry from Lanson Pools & Spas
Apr 04, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | E35: Passion, Purpose, Entrepreneurship w/ John Riehl | Passion Pools & Ponds
Mar 28, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 34: Leveraging Digital Grants & Creating Memories with Kadison Hipel
Mar 21, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 33: An Enlightened Guide To Pool Service w/ Danny Bechtel of PoolGurus.ca
Mar 14, 2024
Meet Your Contractor | Ep 32: From Solo Landscaper to Thriving Franchise Owner with Aaron Pritchard
Mar 07, 2024
Ep 031: How To Get Known In Your Space | The PromoMinds Podcast
Feb 29, 2024
Ep 030: How To Create Simple, Consistent Videos | PromoMinds Media Master Class
Feb 22, 2024
Ep 029: Mastering Emotions & Building A Business with Clarissa Paige
Feb 15, 2024
Ep 028: How To Get Publicity on Super Bowl Weekend - The PromoMinds Podcast
Feb 08, 2024
Ep 027: Navigating Ontario's Latest Real Estate Changes with Megan Coxworth of Coxworth & Associates
Feb 01, 2024
Ep 026: The Hybrid Road Warrior, Randy Chaffee, Showcases How To Integrate Social Media with Face-To-Face Sales (B2B)
Jan 25, 2024
Ep 025: How Business Owners Can Navigate Through Ever Changing Legislation w Ethan Luong of Peninsula Canada
Jan 18, 2024
Ep 024: Will Gordon on Branding, Men's Health, and Throwing Axes!
Jan 11, 2024
Ep 023: YouTube Video Lessons Learned From Mr. Beast
Dec 21, 2023
Ep 022: How To Create Short Form Videos Using A.I. (Opus Clips)
Dec 14, 2023
Ep 21: The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Georgian Bay INTERVIEW with Adrian Sauvageot of Hock Stars
Dec 07, 2023
Ep 020: How To Design The Ultimate Holiday Shopping Experience
Nov 23, 2023
Ep 019: Why The Customer's Experience Is So Important - The PromoMinds Podcast
Nov 16, 2023
Ep 017: Tips For Planning Your Video Content INTERVIEW with Vicki O'Neill of KenKay Marketing
Nov 09, 2023
Ep 018: How To Collaborate To Expand Your Network - The PromoMinds Podcast
Nov 09, 2023
Ep 016: How To Develop Your Perseverance - The PromoMinds Podcast
Nov 02, 2023
Ep 015: Why Price Is Not The Real Objection - The PromoMinds Podcast
Oct 26, 2023
Ep 014: Building Community and Connecting With People INTERVIEW with Pete Comrie
Oct 26, 2023
Ep 013: Choosing Topics For Your Business YouTube Channel - The PromoMinds Podcast
Oct 19, 2023
Ep 012: Quantity over Quality for Social Media Marketing - The PromoMinds Podcast
Oct 12, 2023
Ep 011: How One Moment Can Change Your Life INTERVIEW with Brittany Dewing-Blake
Oct 12, 2023
Ep 009: INTERVIEW Shea Fairbanks on Becoming A High Performer - The PromoMinds Podcast
Oct 05, 2023
Ep 010: The Best Marketing and Personal Growth Resources For Solopreneurs - The PromoMinds Podcast
Oct 05, 2023
Ep 007: INTERVIEW with Glen Sutherland - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 28, 2023
Ep 008: The BEST Marketing Advice and Concepts I've Learned Over The Years - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 28, 2023
Ep 005: Crafting Your Message - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 21, 2023
Ep 006: INTERVIEW Zak of the Canadian Podcast and MenTELL.ca - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 20, 2023
Ep 003: How To Build A Personal Brand - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 14, 2023
Ep 004: INTERVIEW with Ryan The Logistics Monk - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 14, 2023
Ep 001: Marketing Tips from Denzel Washington - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 07, 2023
Ep 002: Trade Show Booth Tips That No One Tells You - The PromoMinds Podcast
Sep 07, 2023