Conor Parrish's guest appearances

Conor Parrish

Scaling UP! H2O

Humble Adventures Podcast with Ethan Essig

John Sandford

Mark Lewis

Jeff Henderson

Rory Vaden

Kathleen Edelman

Chris McChesney

Larry Olsen

Mark Winters

James McDonald

Adam Lean

Resa Gooding

Janet Stout

Tim Fulton

Tricia Molloy

Travis Stewart

OwlTail

Nation! For those of you who are new to the podcast, I started it as a passion project, and it has grown to become a trusted resource for water treaters around the world. I believe that you should share what you know so that you can enhance others; that is why I make the podcast every week. I'm honored that you've chosen to listen every week as you drive from client to client.  Today's episode is Part Two of a two-part series where I am the one in "the hot seat" interviewed by fellow Mastermind member Conor Parrish. It is an honor to have such a highly-regarded water treatment professional interview me. Conor received his CWT (Certified Water Technologist) certification through AWT (Association of Water Technologies) three years ago and has been in the industry for six years.  You submitted the questions Conor asks me today, our listeners, so if ever you've had a question you'd like answered on the show, please click the Show Ideas tab at the top of the page and let us know how we can help you 'scale up your knowledge, so we don't scale up our systems.'  Your roadside friend, as you travel from client to client, -Trace   Timestamps:  James' Challenge: "Measure the pH of DPD free chlorine test after reagent addition." [1:45]   What is your daily routine? [5:02] What are the most significant changes you've observed over time in the water treatment industry since you began in the 1990s? [8:30] What will the future look like for water treatment professionals? [15:30]  What is the most embarrassing thing you've done as a water treatment professional? [20:25] If you could have a beer with any historical figure, who would you choose? [27:20] What are some of your favorite non-business books? [29:30] What are some of your favorite SCUBA stories? [33:40] What are some of your favorite podcasts? [43:30]   Quotes: "I decide what I want to say "Yes" to on my calendar by saying "No" to the things that are not important." - Trace Blackmore "Our water equipment is getting smarter, and today we're able to make program decisions based on that data." - Trace Blackmore "There is so much we can do today that we were not able to do in the 1990s, thanks to water treatment technology." - Trace Blackmore "There is only so much water. And because of that, we need to utilize it properly." - Trace Blackmore "Without a doubt, the 2030 water treaters' job will be to make sure they are as efficient as possible in their water usage. I think that is going to be their primary job." - Trace Blackmore "Our careers and industry are here to stay, and change isn't something we need to be afraid of as a water treatment professionals." - Trace Blackmore "Water conservation and energy conservation will become crucial in the future." - Trace Blackmore "I believe that you should share what you know so that you can enhance others; that's what podcasts do." - Trace Blackmore   Connect with Conor Parish: LinkedIn:  in/conor-parrish-cwt-15208251   Links Mentioned:  116 Pinks and Blues: System Volume  183 The One Where We Talk About Artificial Intelligence Rising Tide Mastermind Submit a Show Idea   Podcasts Mentioned: The Tim Ferris Show Passive Income - Pat Flynn The Way I Heard It - Mike Row Manager Tools Podcast   Books Mentioned: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey The Speed of Trust by Stephen R. Covey The Hunt For Red October by Tom Clancy A Game Of Thrones Books by George R.R. Martin

Nation! For those of you who are new to the podcast, I started it as a passion project, and it has grown to become a trusted resource for water treaters around the world. I believe that you should share what you know so that you can enhance others; that is why I make the podcast every week. I'm honored that you've chosen to listen every week as you drive from client to client.  Today's episode is Part Two of a two-part series where I am the one in "the hot seat" interviewed by fellow Mastermind member Conor Parrish. It is an honor to have such a highly-regarded water treatment professional interview me. Conor received his CWT (Certified Water Technologist) certification through AWT (Association of Water Technologies) three years ago and has been in the industry for six years.  You submitted the questions Conor asks me today, our listeners, so if ever you've had a question you'd like answered on the show, please click the <a href="https://astounding-writer-5437.ck.page/236585e008" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Show Ideas</a> tab at the top of the page and let us know how we can help you 'scale up your knowledge, so we don't scale up our systems.'  Your roadside friend, as you travel from client to client, -Trace Timestamps:  James' Challenge: "Measure the pH of DPD free chlorine test after reagent addition." [1:45]   What is your daily routine? [5:02] What are the most significant changes you've observed over time in the water treatment industry since you began in the 1990s? [8:30] What will the future look like for water treatment professionals? [15:30]  What is the most embarrassing thing you've done as a water treatment professional? [20:25] If you could have a beer with any historical figure, who would you choose? [27:20] What are some of your favorite non-business books? [29:30] What are some of your favorite SCUBA stories? [33:40] What are some of your favorite podcasts? [43:30] Quotes: "I decide what I want to say "Yes" to on my calendar by saying "No" to the things that are not important." - Trace Blackmore "Our water equipment is getting smarter, and today we're able to make program decisions based on that data." - Trace Blackmore "There is so much we can do today that we were not able to do in the 1990s, thanks to water treatment technology." - Trace Blackmore "There is only so much water. And because of that, we need to utilize it properly." - Trace Blackmore "Without a doubt, the 2030 water treaters' job will be to make sure they are as efficient as possible in their water usage. I think that is going to be their primary job." - Trace Blackmore "Our careers and industry are here to stay, and change isn't something we need to be afraid of as a water treatment professionals." - Trace Blackmore "Water conservation and energy conservation will become crucial in the future." - Trace Blackmore "I believe that you should share what you know so that you can enhance others; that's what podcasts do." - Trace Blackmore Connect with Conor Parish: LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-parrish-cwt-15208251/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> in/conor-parrish-cwt-15208251</a> Links Mentioned: <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/2019/12/13/116-pinks-and-blues-system-volume/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 116 Pinks and Blues: System Volume</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/2021/02/26/183-the-one-where-we-talk-about-artificial-intelligence/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 183 The One Where We Talk About Artificial Intelligence</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/mastermind/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Rising Tide Mastermind</a> <a href="https://astounding-writer-5437.ck.page/236585e008" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Submit a Show Idea</a> Podcasts Mentioned: <a href="https://tim.blog/podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Tim Ferris Show</a> <a href="https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/listen/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Passive Income - Pat Flynn</a> <a href="https://mikerowe.com/podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Way I Heard It - Mike Row</a> <a href="https://www.manager-tools.com/all-podcasts" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Manager Tools Podcast</a> Books Mentioned: <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/7habits" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/7habits" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">by</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/7habits" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Stephen R. Covey</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/Speed" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Speed of Trust</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/Speed" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">by</a><a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/Speed" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/Speed" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Stephen R. Covey</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/RedOctober" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Hunt For Red October</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/RedOctober" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">by</a><a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/RedOctober" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Tom Clancy</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/thrones" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">A Game Of Thrones Books</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/thrones" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">by</a> George R.R. Martin

187 The One Where Conor Parrish Interviews Me, Part 2

Hey Scaling Up Nation! Fellow Mastermind member Conor Parrish is interviewing me in part one of a two-part series starting today. Conor Parrish is Director of Business Development at FCT Water Treatment. He attended Drake University, graduated with a degree in Environmental Science, and then moved to Colorado to take an opportunity with FCT Water. He has his CWT and has been in the industry for 6 years; it is a privilege to have him on the show.    For those who have been longtime listeners, you’ll know that I was hoping that my staff would listen to it when I started the podcast. I never imagined that what began as a passion project would turn into something that thousands of water treaters listen to each week.  I am humbled and honored to be the host of this podcast. It has allowed me to teach and give back to the professional water treatment industry I care about so much.  I hope you enjoy today’s episode!  Your roadside friend, as you travel from client to client,  - Trace    Timestamps:   James’ Challenge: “Determine the volume of a cooling or closed loops system by calculation and tracer addition.” [5:25]  Conor Parrish interviews Trace Blackmore [7:30]  Why do you do the podcast each week? What is your motivation? [8:50]  What was the most challenging podcast you’ve ever created? [11:14]  How has the podcast evolved since 2017? [14:48]   As the show evolved, what are some of the changes you’ve seen when asking guests to be on the show or what topics guests want to discuss? [19:00]  What have listeners told you about the impact of this podcast? Anything new on the podcast that we can look forward to it? [21:20]  How do you balance all of your commitments? [28:25]  What advice would you give to a water treater feeling burnout in their job? [45:50]  Trace’s Challenge: When was the last time you worked on your leadership style? [52:55]    Quotes:   “I love this podcast because it allows me to teach others about water treatment.” - Trace Blackmore  “The podcast and Mastermind allow me to help raise that bar in the water treatment industry.” -Trace Blackmore  “The reason the Scaling UP! H2O podcast is a success is because I have such great guests!” - Trace Blackmore  “One of the bad things about this podcast is that there is a lot of technology needed, and I am a technology junkie, so I’m always wanting to buy that next new gadget to make the show better.” - Trace Blackmore  “I’m humbled and pleased that people enjoy the podcast.” - Trace Blackmore  “Whenever someone asks me to do something, I always ask myself: If I say “Yes” to this, what am I inherently saying “No” to?” - Trace Blackmore  “Have you ever been too busy driving to stop for gas?” - Stephen Covey   “When you put a value on your time, you realize what the cost is when you’re doing something else.” - Trace Blackmore    Connect with Conor Parrish: Website: fcwater.com   Links Mentioned:   166 The One Where We Celebrate Halloween Ray Baum Memorial Water Technologist of the Year Award Recipient   178 Pinks and Blues Questions From The Nation! Rocketbook  Rising Tide Mastermind   Books Mentioned:  Atomic Habits by James Clear The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

Hey Scaling Up Nation! Fellow Mastermind member Conor Parrish is interviewing me in part one of a two-part series starting today. Conor Parrish is Director of Business Development at <a href="http://www.fctwater.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FCT Water Treatment</a>. He attended Drake University, graduated with a degree in Environmental Science, and then moved to Colorado to take an opportunity with FCT Water. He has his CWT and has been in the industry for 6 years; it is a privilege to have him on the show.    For those who have been longtime listeners, you’ll know that I was hoping that my staff would listen to it when I started the podcast. I never imagined that what began as a passion project would turn into something that thousands of water treaters listen to each week.  I am humbled and honored to be the host of this podcast. It has allowed me to teach and give back to the professional water treatment industry I care about so much.  I hope you enjoy today’s episode!  Your roadside friend, as you travel from client to client,  - Trace  Timestamps:   James’ Challenge: “Determine the volume of a cooling or closed loops system by calculation and tracer addition.” [5:25]  Conor Parrish interviews Trace Blackmore [7:30]  Why do you do the podcast each week? What is your motivation? [8:50]  What was the most challenging podcast you’ve ever created? [11:14]  How has the podcast evolved since 2017? [14:48]   As the show evolved, what are some of the changes you’ve seen when asking guests to be on the show or what topics guests want to discuss? [19:00]  What have listeners told you about the impact of this podcast? Anything new on the podcast that we can look forward to it? [21:20]  How do you balance all of your commitments? [28:25]  What advice would you give to a water treater feeling burnout in their job? [45:50]  Trace’s Challenge: When was the last time you worked on your leadership style? [52:55]  Quotes:   “I love this podcast because it allows me to teach others about water treatment.” - Trace Blackmore  “The podcast and Mastermind allow me to help raise that bar in the water treatment industry.” -Trace Blackmore  “The reason the Scaling UP! H2O podcast is a success is because I have such great guests!” - Trace Blackmore  “One of the bad things about this podcast is that there is a lot of technology needed, and I am a technology junkie, so I’m always wanting to buy that next new gadget to make the show better.” - Trace Blackmore  “I’m humbled and pleased that people enjoy the podcast.” - Trace Blackmore  “Whenever someone asks me to do something, I always ask myself: If I say “Yes” to this, what am I inherently saying “No” to?” - Trace Blackmore  “Have you ever been too busy driving to stop for gas?” - Stephen Covey   “When you put a value on your time, you realize what the cost is when you’re doing something else.” - Trace Blackmore  Connect with Conor Parrish: Website: <a href="http://www.fctwater.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fcwater.com</a> Links Mentioned:  <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/2020/10/30/166-the-one-where-we-celebrate-halloween/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 166 The One Where We Celebrate Halloween</a> <a href="https://www.awt.org/about/awards/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray Baum Memorial Water Technologist of the Year Award Recipient </a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/2021/01/22/178-pinks-and-blues-questions-from-the-nation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 178 Pinks and Blues Questions From The Nation!</a> <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/rocketbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rocketbook</a> <a href="http://scalinguph2o.com/mastermind" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rising Tide Mastermind</a> Books Mentioned:  <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/atomichabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atomic Habits</a> by James Clear <a href="https://scalinguph2o.com/7habits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People</a> by Stephen R. Covey

186 The One Where Conor Parrish Interviews Me, Part 1

Conor is my best friend and I have needed to post this episode for a while. Glad I finally got it ready for you to listen to!

Conor is my best friend and I have needed to post this episode for a while. Glad I finally got it ready for you to listen to!

Conor Parrish Talks Adventure

On this episode we learn what it means to be a heat transfer efficiency manager.  Heat transfer efficiency is really what we do as water treaters.  After that Conor Parrish stops by to talk about being a relatively new water treater and how he goes about learning.

On this episode we learn what it means to be a heat transfer efficiency manager.  Heat transfer efficiency is really what we do as water treaters.  After that Conor Parrish stops by to talk about being a relatively new water treater and how he goes about learning.