TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide

<p><em>Torque &amp; Tape — The Blue Collar Upskill Podcast</em> is dedicated to the people who keep the world moving. Hosted solo with honesty and grit, this show is an educational space for anyone in the ...more

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September 02, 2025 00:34:03
DIY Solar Power on a Budget: Your Beginner’s Guide to Off-Grid Living

DIY Solar Power on a Budget: Your Beginner’s Guide to Off-Grid Living

In this episode, we explore how to build a budget-friendly DIY solar power system perfect for off-grid living. Our step-by-step guidance walks you through...

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September 01, 2025 00:34:01
Year-End Maintenance Checklist for Trades

Year-End Maintenance Checklist for Trades

Avoid January breakdowns with our step-by-step field manual! In this episode, we present a comprehensive year-end maintenance checklist designed specifically for small trades shops....

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September 01, 2025 00:50:03
Hiring Your First Helper

Hiring Your First Helper

Stop guessing and start hiring with confidence! In this episode, we present a step-by-step field manual designed specifically for small shops in the work...

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August 31, 2025 00:19:29
Effective Customer Communication for Field Service Pros

Effective Customer Communication for Field Service Pros

Master the art of customer communication designed specifically for field service professionals. In this episode, we provide a clean talk track ideal for technicians...

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August 31, 2025 00:39:14
Smart Pricing Strategies: Mastering Margins and Markup

Smart Pricing Strategies: Mastering Margins and Markup

In this episode, delve into essential pricing strategies that empower you to work with confidence. Understand the crucial differences between margin versus markup, discover...

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August 31, 2025 00:37:43
Thermal Imaging Techniques for Efficient HVAC and Electrical Diagnostics

Thermal Imaging Techniques for Efficient HVAC and Electrical Diagnostics

In this episode of Torque &amp; Tape, we present a clear, step-by-step field manual for using thermal imaging techniques to accelerate diagnostics for HVAC...

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