the Hoel Truth Podcast

What happens when you step into a bigger role… and realize it’s not where you belong?

In this episode of the Hoel Truth Podcast, Nick Good shares a story most people don’t talk about — trying something new, failing at it, and being honest enough to pivot.

Nick walks through his journey from working construction in Colorado, to swinging a hammer, to becoming one of the top-performing sales reps at Hoel Roofing &...

Leaving a steady paycheck for a commission-only career can feel like a huge gamble.

In this episode of the Hoel Truth Podcast, Cody Stephens shares how he made the leap from working in a factory to joining the sales team at Hoel Roofing & Remodeling. What started as encouragement from friends eventually became one of the biggest decisions of his life.

Cody talks about the hesitation that comes with changing ca...

In this episode of the Hoel Truth Podcast, Chris Britt shares his real story — from working at McDonald’s as a teenager, battling cocaine addiction, losing friends to drugs, and eventually turning his life around to become the Sales Manager at Hoel Roofing & Remodeling.

Chris talks openly about the moments that changed everything: meeting his wife Lexi, choosing a different path, and taking the risk of leaving a factor...

Are mechanics really overcharging you?
Do dealerships control your interest rate?
What does it actually take to build a trusted auto shop in a small town?

In this episode of the Hoel Truth Podcast, we sit down with Justin from Hoosier Automotive Group to talk about the real challenges of running both a service shop and a car dealership in Henry County.

Justin shares: Why customer trust is the hardest part ...

What can flipping burgers at McDonald's teach you about leadership?

A lot, according to Amy Dillon, General Manager of Kicks 96. In this episode of the Hoel Truth Podcast, we sit down with Amy to talk about her journey from entry-level marketing to leading one of Richmond’s most recognizable radio stations — and the lessons learned along the way.

We dig into why consistency and humility still win in business,...

From infantryman to land-clearing business owner, Zach Sweet shares his incredible story of life after the Army, building a family, and learning to lead with faith. In this powerful episode of the Hoel Truth Podcast, Zach opens up about the challenges of transitioning out of the military, discovering purpose through pain, and how being a dad and husband has changed his entire outlook on life and leadership.

We talk about f...

In this powerful episode of The Whole Truth Podcast, we sit down with Keith Miller — co-owner of Superior Home Solutions — to uncover his incredible journey from growing up Amish to becoming a successful business owner and father. Keith shares how his faith, family values, and hard work ethic helped shape his entrepreneurial path and how insulation became more than just a trade — it became a mission to serve.

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In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, we sit down with Jalaen Ramsey—Army Ranger turned business owner, husband, and father. Jalaen shares his powerful journey from military training to family leadership, revealing how faith, discipline, and high standards shape his life and business.

Topics covered:
-Ranger training and Hell Week
-Building a family-centered business
-Combatting complacency as a man, husba...

What are your rights when the insurance company underpays or denies your claim after storm damage?

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Bob Hoel sits down with Joe Zavodney of Zavodney Consulting to uncover how insurance supplementing actually works — and what most homeowners get wrong when dealing with roof claims.

Whether your roof suffered hail or wind damage, or your insurance is only offering to cover p...

Katie Reigelsperger’s story is nothing short of inspiring. From being unenrolled from school at 13 to launching one of Indiana’s fastest-growing career training programs — Katie is now equipping students and adults alike with the certifications and soft skills they need to thrive in the workforce.

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Katie shares:
-How she went from GED to pharmacy tech to CEO
-What CTE (Care...

In this heartwarming episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, we sit down with Dustin Cornett, co-owner of the Chocolat Café in Rushville, Indiana, and founder of the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival.

From growing up in eastern Kentucky to starting a family, running a bed and breakfast, and eventually moving to Rushville — Dustin shares his incredible journey of how chocolate, family, and community came together in one small Ind...

What if high school prepared teens for real life—not just college? In this episode of The Hoel Truth, Liz Meek (Assistant Principal at Rushville Consolidated High School) breaks down how they're transforming public education with EMT, criminal justice, and career certification programs—all while supporting early college for those who want it.

🎓 What we cover:
-New diploma options: Enroll, Enlist, or Employ
-E...

In this inspiring episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Bob sits down with Zuzana “Z” Smith—Executive Director of the Love Community Center in Rushville, IN. Originally from a small farming village in Slovakia, Z shares her journey from hospitality and service work to leading one of the most ambitious community projects in small-town Indiana.

Discover how a former Walmart building became a thriving hub for fitness, food acces...

At just 22 years old, Luke Williams launched his HVAC business in Connersville, Indiana, with nothing but grit, family support, and a 1999 Chevy Lumina.

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Luke shares how he transitioned straight from HVAC school to business ownership, what he’s learned about hiring, customer service, licensing, and keeping a reputation in small towns.

If you're thinking about starting...

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Bob sits down with Sami DeLey—FFA advisor and Ag teacher at Rushville Consolidated High School—to talk about leadership, legacy, and her path from student to educator.

Sami shares her journey from FFA student to classroom educator, the importance of resilience, and how her students are learning real-world leadership through events like Rushville’s first-ever tractor pull.

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Bob welcomes Mike Ippoliti, Strategic Implementation Lead at Leap CRM, for an emotional and insightful conversation on purpose, growth, and building better contractor businesses.

Mike shares how a print job at Staples launched his CRM career, how faith and service fuel his mission, and why empowering contractors with better tech and better culture is his life’s work. From the back...

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Bob sits down with Seth Hardin, co-owner of the Chicago’s Pizza franchise in Cambridge City, Indiana. Seth and his partner Katie transitioned from mechanical contracting and pharmacy to launching their first restaurant—and crushed expectations with 72,000+ guests in their first 8 months.

Seth opens up about entrepreneurship, hiring teens, their dough-making secrets, how they'...

Jake Adams, co-owner of Jake's Heating & Cooling in Knightstown, Indiana, shares how he and his wife built and scaled their HVAC and plumbing business with a relentless focus on customer experience—not private equity.

You'll hear real stories of growth, hiring, training, ghost hunts (yes, really), and the secret to thriving in small-town markets without sacrificing service or sanity.

This episode is ...

In this episode of The Hoel Truth Podcast, Bob sits down with Barry Wagner from Velux Skylights to explore how education—not pressure—drives customer satisfaction and trust. From game-changing skylight technology and solar shades to real-world sales lessons, Bob and Barry get into the weeds on what homeowners really want from contractors and manufacturers today.

🚨 Discover why Velux is changing the skylight game—and why t...