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by Jason Bergenske
Hi, I'm Jason Bergenske, the founder of MoveitPro Software, Lion's Den Booking Service, Host of Shift Happens: Beyond The Boxes Podcast and a Inc. 5000 List Winner CEO!My mission is to help as many company owners as I can from the experience I have of running my own multi-million dollar moving company, multi-million dollar moving software company, and a multi-million dollar call center that specifically books moves for moving companies like yours.
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- Yesterday1h 5m
Ep37 - Never More Than Two Trucks | Parker Crouch, Affordable Moving
Two trucks. No plans for a third. And a business that's more profitable because of it. In this episode, Jason sits down with Parker Crouch, Owner of Affordable Moving in Salt Lake City and a longtime MoveitPro+ customer, to talk about why "how many trucks are you running?" is the wrong question to ask a moving company owner, and why the right one is "how profitable are you?" In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why Parker plans to never run more than two trucks ✅ How paying movers more cuts claims ✅ Why "Affordable Moving" isn't the cheapest mover in town ✅ The day he tried to cancel his software, and why it was the best thing that happened to his business ✅ Surviving the COVID boom, the 2022 drop, and today's price shoppers ✅ What robots and AI could mean for moving companies If you own a moving company and you're chasing growth, this one will make you rethink what growth means. 🚛 It's not how many trucks. It's how profitable. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:24 Never More Than Two Trucks 4:13 Freight Contracts, Crew Pay & the Warehouse 11:02 The Marketing Roundabout 12:27 I Tried to Cancel. Best Thing That Happened. 17:27 Switching to MoveitPro+ 25:25 Legends Retreat, COVID & High Rates 31:38 Yellow Pages, 9/11, 2008 & Storage 38:35 Price Shoppers & Moving as a Skilled Trade 49:32 Robots, AI & Evolve or Die 57:36 What's Next & the $1M Goal Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QM_zn9-3k6c Book a free MoveitPro+ demo: https://www.moveitpro.com #MovingIndustry #MovingBusiness #MovingCompany #AffordableMoving #ParkerCrouch #Profitability #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurJourney #PodcastEpisode #ShiftHappens #moveitpro #moveitprosoftware #podcast
- Oct 9, 202648 min
Ep36 - MoveitPro+ New Features, Big Announcements & What's Next 👀
Jason and Kris get into what's really different about MoveItPro+ and why moving companies may not need to piece together multiple tools just to run their business. And then… Jason drops not one, but TWO exciting announcements. 👀🔥 🚢 A brand-new event. 🌴 More Legends Retreat news. 💥 And a look at what's coming next. What exactly did Jason announce? You'll have to watch to find out. 🎙️ ▶️ Press play. Things are about to get interesting. #moveitpro #MovingIndustry #MovingSoftware #MovingCompany #MovingBusiness #LegendsRetreat #CruiseItPro #ShiftHappens #MovingIndustryLeaders #movingcompanies
- Oct 7, 202640 min
Ep35 - Moved Beyond Moving | Mark Hirschi's Journey
What happens when you go beyond just moving boxes and start building a brand, a voice, and a lasting impact in the industry? In this episode, Jason sits down with Mark Hirschi, Owner of Salmon's Moving and Storage and host of the Movified Podcast, to explore his journey of evolving from a moving business owner into a leader and influencer in the space. Mark shares how he pushed past the traditional limits of the moving industry building not just a successful company, but also a platform that connects, educates, and inspires other movers. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How Mark built and grew his moving company ✅ The vision behind going "beyond moving" ✅ Why branding and voice matter in today's industry ✅ Advice for business owners ready to level up and stand out If you're in the moving industry or looking to grow a business with purpose and influence, this episode is packed with powerful insights. 🚛 This is more than moving, this is about evolving, leading, and making a bigger impact. #MovingIndustry #MovingBusiness #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #BrandBuilding #PodcastEpisode #IndustryLeaders #podcast #moveitprosoftware #moveitpro
- Oct 6, 202625 min
Ep34 - Built a Company, Changed Lives | Jyre Richardson's Journey
What does it really take to build a company that goes beyond profit and truly changes lives? In this episode, Jason sits down with Jyre Richardson, Founder & CEO of FROM HERE TO THERE Moving Company, to dive deep into his journey of building a purpose-driven moving business. From humble beginnings to creating real impact, Jyre shares how he didn't just build a company he built a mission. Through leadership, vision, and a commitment to people, his business has made a difference not only for customers but for employees and communities as well. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ How Jyre started and built his company from the ground up ✅ The mindset behind creating a purpose-driven business ✅ Challenges he faced and how he overcame them ✅ How his company has impacted lives beyond moving services ✅ Advice for entrepreneurs who want to build something meaningful If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking to create impact through your work, this episode will inspire you to think bigger than just business. 🚛 This isn't just about building a company, it's about building something that truly changes lives. #JyreRichardson #FromHereToThere #MovingIndustry #EntrepreneurJourney #PurposeDriven #BusinessWithImpact #Leadership #StartupStory #MovingBusiness #ChangeLives #PodcastEpisode #BuildWithPurpose #moveitprosoftware <a class= "ytAttributedStringLink ytAttributedStringLinkCallToActionColor"
- Mar 18, 202635 min
Ep 33 - How Chris Scaled a Moving Business from One Truck to an Empire
From a single beat up truck to building a thriving moving and storage business. Chris's journey is the definition of starting small and scaling big. In this episode, Jason sits down with Chris, Founder & President of True Friends Moving Company, to break down how he built his company from the ground up since around 2012. With limited resources but a clear vision, Chris turned hard work, consistency, and smart decision making into a growing moving empire. Chris dives into: ✅ How he started with just one truck and a dream ✅ Early challenges and lessons that shaped the business ✅ The key moments that helped him scale ✅ Building a strong reputation in the moving & storage industry ✅ Advice for entrepreneurs starting from zero If you're a moving company owner, entrepreneur, or someone looking for real-world business inspiration, this episode is packed with insights you can apply right away. 🚛 From humble beginnings to long term success. This is the story of how Chris built a moving empire from scratch #TrueFriendsMoving #ChrisJourney #MovingEmpire #FromOneTruck #StartupToSuccess #EntrepreneurStory #MovingIndustry #BusinessGrowth #ScalingUp #SmallBusinessSuccess #PodcastEpisode #hustleandgrow #movingbusiness
- Mar 17, 202642 min
Ep 32 - Scaling to $66M: Larry O'Toole's Blueprint for Building a Moving Empire (Part 2)
The Unconventional Blueprint to a Moving Empire: Lessons from Gentle Giant's Larry O'Toole What does it really take to turn a moving company into a $66 million powerhouse? In Part 2 of this high-impact conversation, we go deeper with Larry O'Toole, Founder & CEO of Gentle Giant Moving Company, as he pulls back the curtain on the mindset, leadership, and systems that built one of the most respected brands in the moving industry. No fluff. No theory. Just real strategies from a leader who scaled it. 🚛💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: In this episode, we sit down with Larry O'Toole, Founder & CEO of Gentle Giant Moving Company, to explore the leadership principles, culture-building strategies, and operational systems that propelled his company into becoming one of the most respected names in the moving industry. Larry shares: ✅ How he built a people-driven company culture ✅ The systems behind scaling past $66M in revenue ✅ Leadership lessons from decades in business ✅ Advice for moving company owners ready to grow 🎧 Tune in and learn how to build a company that moves more than boxes it moves people and businesses forward. If you missed the first conversation with Larry O'Toole, catch it here: https://youtu.be/rI6JaiyPaEo?si=D0W-qD-yqoWGrvN-
- Mar 3, 202636 min
Ep 32 - Scaling to $66M: Larry O'Toole's Blueprint for Building a Moving Empire (Part 1)
The Unconventional Blueprint to a Moving Empire: Lessons from Gentle Giant's Larry O'Toole Ever wondered what it really takes to build a multi-million dollar company from the ground up? In a world often obsessed with ruthless efficiency and cutting costs, Larry O'Toole, founder of Gentle Giant Moving Company, offers a refreshingly human-centric approach. His journey, which began unexpectedly with a borrowed van and a roommate's initiative, reveals that the secret to scaling to over $66 million might just be as simple—and as challenging—as putting people first. Join us as we unpack Larry's unique blueprint for success, diving into the core values, leadership philosophy, and unconventional strategies that turned a small moving operation into an industry powerhouse. 🚛💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: What does it take to build a moving company generating over $66 million a year? In this episode, we sit down with Larry O'Toole, Founder & CEO of Gentle Giant Moving Company, to uncover the leadership principles, culture strategies, and operational systems that helped transform his company into one of the most respected brands in the moving industry. Larry shares: ✅ How he built a people-driven company culture ✅ The systems behind scaling past $66M in revenue ✅ Leadership lessons from decades in business ✅ Advice for moving company owners ready to grow If you're a moving company owner, entrepreneur, or leader looking to scale smarter and build a powerhouse brand, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won't want to miss. 🎧 Tune in and learn how to build a company that moves more than boxes it moves people and businesses forward.
- Oct 22, 202536 min
Ep 31 - Streamlining the Move: Call Centers, Community and Legends Retreat
In this episode of Shift Happens: Beyond the Boxes, host Jason Bergenske — founder and owner of MoveitPro — sits down with Michael, Manager at Lion's Den, and Jeannie, Director of Business Development, for an insightful conversation about how innovation, teamwork, and community are redefining the moving industry. If you're a moving company owner looking to scale smarter, simplify operations, and connect with like-minded professionals, this episode is your roadmap to success. Transforming the Moving Industry with MoveitPro and Lion's Den The moving industry is evolving faster than ever — and those who embrace technology and collaboration are leading the way. MoveitPro, the software built for movers, by movers, has become the foundation for operational excellence. It allows moving companies to manage dispatch, scheduling, lead tracking, and customer relationships — all within one intuitive platform. Meanwhile, Lion's Den elevates the customer experience through expertly trained call center professionals who bring empathy, emotional intelligence, and genuine care to every conversation. They understand that moving is more than logistics — it's a deeply personal life event. Each interaction is an opportunity to build trust, reassure customers, and deliver peace of mind. This human-centered approach leads to consistent 5-star reviews, lasting customer loyalty, and powerful word-of-mouth growth. Together, MoveitPro and Lion's Den are proving that technology and heart can work hand-in-hand to transform the moving experience.
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About Shift Happens: Beyond the Boxes
Hi, I'm Jason Bergenske, the founder of MoveitPro Software, Lion's Den Booking Service, Host of Shift Happens: Beyond The Boxes Podcast and a Inc. 5000 List Winner CEO!My mission is to help as many company owners as I can from the experience I have of running my own multi-million dollar moving company, multi-million dollar moving software company, and a multi-million dollar call center that specifically books moves for moving companies like yours.
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