As of the date of this release (September 24, 2026), winter is coming sooner than we know. The best companies will be ready for it by hiring and onboarding the best employees. Doing this takes intentionality, systems, and consistent execution. I sat down with Lindsey Best from EXT to discuss what works when it comes to hiring and onboarding seasonal snow employees.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

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NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

The SIMA Symposium in June 2026 was a great event for Snow Industry professionals to gather, collaborate, and learn. I brought together an all-star panel to discuss what went well, potential improvements, and dreams for the future. Thank you to Adam Stevenson and Randy Symington from Snow Wolf, Aron Rodman from Extra Mile Snow/Wolf America Loaders, Adam Hansen from Synatek Solutions, and Jeremy Kirkham from Snow Solutions Plus for joining us for this recap roundtable.

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website

There’s a projected shortage of employees in the trades based on upcoming retirements and a lack of ready replacements. The silver lining is that there are people who are actively working to change that. Russ Marsan from Workforce in Motion is creating change by bringing together education, industry, and community partners into a single, streamlined pathway, guiding individuals from early exposure to hands-on training, certification, and direct placement into high-demand careers.

Check out and support Workforce in Motion at: Workforce in Motion – Your Future • Your Skills • Your Move

NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and Small Businesses. We host podcast recordings where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

Support NET Gain and gain access to our peer group, resources, and advertising opportunities.

NET Gain is sponsored by Wolf America, wheel loaders engineered specifically for the snow contractor. Wolf America machines are developed with real-world input from snow professionals who depend on their equipment during long, demanding storms. If you are considering a new loader for your fleet, reach out to Aron and Harry at Wolf America or visit WolfAmerica.com.

Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

Jack of All People Trades Website