What does it take to build a thriving company in a competitive industry—and keep it growing for more than a decade? In this episode of Small Business Matters, host Tim Fulton and co-host Taylor Fulton sit down with Zac Nicklas, President & CEO of The Pool Boys in League City, Texas. Zac shares how he turned a small family-run pool service into a trusted, 15-employee operation that’s earned a reputation for professionalism, reliability, and integrity.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Zac’s story is packed with insights about scaling smart, leading well, and finding balance between growth and personal priorities.
Episode Highlights:
• What Matters to Small Business? [03:36]
• Leading Like a CEO [06:32]
• Sustaining a Long-term Business Partnership [10:53]
• A Big Mistake Changes Everything [15:09]
• Building a Loyal, Low-turnover Team [15:36]
• Industry Involvement As a Growth Accelerator [18:37]
• Hiring a Second-in-command [23:09]
• Rapid-fire [25:55]
• Takeaways [29:06]
• Contact Information [30:58]
• SBM News [31:15]
About the Guest
Zac Nicholas is the President & CEO of The Pool Boys, a full-service pool maintenance and repair company based in League City, Texas. Founded in 2011, the company has grown from a two-man operation into a respected local brand known for its commitment to customer care and continuous improvement. Zac’s leadership philosophy centers on integrity, teamwork, and investing in people—principles that have helped him build a sustainable business with strong community roots. Tune in to hear how one small business owner built not just a company, but a culture of professionalism, trust, and purpose.
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What does it take to build a thriving company in a competitive industry—and keep it growing for more than a decade? In this episode of Small Business Matters, host Tim Fulton and co-host Taylor Fulton sit down with Zac Nicklas, President & CEO of The Pool Boys in League City, Texas. Zac shares how he turned a small family-run pool service into a trusted, 15-employee operation that’s earned a reputation for professionalism, reliability, and integrity.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Zac’s story is packed with insights about scaling smart, leading well, and finding balance between growth and personal priorities.
Episode Highlights:
• What Matters to Small Business? [03:36]
• Leading Like a CEO [06:32]
• Sustaining a Long-term Business Partnership [10:53]
• A Big Mistake Changes Everything [15:09]
• Building a Loyal, Low-turnover Team [15:36]
• Industry Involvement As a Growth Accelerator [18:37]
• Hiring a Second-in-command [23:09]
• Rapid-fire [25:55]
• Takeaways [29:06]
• Contact Information [30:58]
• SBM News [31:15]
About the Guest
Zac Nicholas is the President & CEO of The Pool Boys, a full-service pool maintenance and repair company based in League City, Texas. Founded in 2011, the company has grown from a two-man operation into a respected local brand known for its commitment to customer care and continuous improvement. Zac’s leadership philosophy centers on integrity, teamwork, and investing in people—principles that have helped him build a sustainable business with strong community roots. Tune in to hear how one small business owner built not just a company, but a culture of professionalism, trust, and purpose.
Leveraging the Power of LinkedIn with Erin Andersen
Small Business Matters
31 minutes 8 seconds
2 years ago
Leveraging the Power of LinkedIn with Erin Andersen
As a Career Transition Coach and LinkedIn Strategist, Erin Andersen has extensive experience in writing resumes and cover letters, creating LinkedIn pages that stand out during your job search, and coaching on how to land your next job. Her areas of expertise are Transition, Toxic Work Culture Navigation, and LinkedIn.
Erin also provides LinkedIn marketing strategy and training for small to medium sized businesses in regard to profile optimization and content strategy. She holds a Master of Science in Management from Wake Forest University and earned a BA in English Language from Furman University.
Show Notes:
In this episode, LinkedIn strategist Erin Andersen sits down with Tim and Taylor to share best practices for creating a successful LinkedIn strategy. The informative discussion explores the evolution of LinkedIn from a site primarily used for recruiting, to the business and networking platform we know today.
Erin provides insights on all things LinkedIn, from creating individual and company pages and engaging versus posting to finding top talent on the platform. Tune in to learn what not to do on LinkedIn and how to leverage the tool to expand your brand and become known as a thought leader.
Episode Highlights:
• The Journey [0:02:53]
• Target Client Profile [0:05:50]
• What Not to Do [0:07:56]
• LinkedIn as a Social Platform [0:09:57]
• The Evolution of LinkedIn [0:12:11]
• Individual Vs. Company Pages [0:14:03]
• Favorite LinkedIn Tool [0:15:45]
• Following Vs. Connecting [0:16:57]
• Video Posts [0:18:17]
• Engagement Vs. Posting [0:19:10]
• Finding Talent on LinkedIn [0:22:26]
• Free Vs. Premium Versions [0:23:59]
• Rapid Fire [0:25:32]
• Takeaways [0:27:55]
• Contact Information [0:28:52]
• SBM Announcements [0:29:40]
Small Business Matters
What does it take to build a thriving company in a competitive industry—and keep it growing for more than a decade? In this episode of Small Business Matters, host Tim Fulton and co-host Taylor Fulton sit down with Zac Nicklas, President & CEO of The Pool Boys in League City, Texas. Zac shares how he turned a small family-run pool service into a trusted, 15-employee operation that’s earned a reputation for professionalism, reliability, and integrity.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Zac’s story is packed with insights about scaling smart, leading well, and finding balance between growth and personal priorities.
Episode Highlights:
• What Matters to Small Business? [03:36]
• Leading Like a CEO [06:32]
• Sustaining a Long-term Business Partnership [10:53]
• A Big Mistake Changes Everything [15:09]
• Building a Loyal, Low-turnover Team [15:36]
• Industry Involvement As a Growth Accelerator [18:37]
• Hiring a Second-in-command [23:09]
• Rapid-fire [25:55]
• Takeaways [29:06]
• Contact Information [30:58]
• SBM News [31:15]
About the Guest
Zac Nicholas is the President & CEO of The Pool Boys, a full-service pool maintenance and repair company based in League City, Texas. Founded in 2011, the company has grown from a two-man operation into a respected local brand known for its commitment to customer care and continuous improvement. Zac’s leadership philosophy centers on integrity, teamwork, and investing in people—principles that have helped him build a sustainable business with strong community roots. Tune in to hear how one small business owner built not just a company, but a culture of professionalism, trust, and purpose.
