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Pool Storytelling - Mentorship, Water safety, & News

Talking Pools Podcast May 2, 2025 25 min

Key Takeaways

  • Mentorship is crucial in shaping the next generation of pool professionals.
  • Nominations for the Mentor of the Year award are open until June 30th.
  • The NDPA promotes water safety through various initiatives.
  • Aqua Magazine's Aqua 100 list recognizes top pool retailers.
  • Storytelling is a powerful tool for building trust in business.
  • People connect with your 'why' more than your credentials.
  • Sharing personal stories can enhance relationships and community engagement.
  • Effective storytelling can help navigate conflict and inspire others.

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Rudy Stankowitz emphasizes the importance of mentorship in the pool industry, encouraging listeners to nominate their mentors for recognition at mentoraward.com He discusses innovations in pool safety and maintenance, highlighting the National Drowning Prevention Alliance's initiatives. The conversation shifts to industry trends and highlights from leading publications, before delving into the power of storytelling in business. Rudy concludes by urging listeners to reflect on their own stories and the impact they can have in their professional and personal lives.

Episode Chapters

  • 00:00 Celebrating Mentorship in the Pool Industry
  • 03:07 Innovations in Pool Safety and Maintenance
  • 05:56 Industry Highlights and Trends
  • 08:49 The Power of Storytelling in Business
  • 21:03 The Broader Impact of Storytelling

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