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Disaster Podcaster

Disaster Podcaster

By Klark Brown

A real and raw discussion on property restoration topics that vary from best practices, stories, guests, and industry trends.

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S2:E16 - Entrepreneur Rollercoaster

Disaster PodcasterOct 28, 2022

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S3E8 Disasater Podcaster: Tips for a Strong Restoration Company in 2023

S3E8 Disasater Podcaster: Tips for a Strong Restoration Company in 2023

Growing a strong restoration and disaster recovery company can certainly be a continuous challenge and make growth and consistent improvement difficult. Today Klark takes 3 areas where he sees that many people get stuck. The good news is....they are simply to make new habits around. Eisenhower Matrix Download- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cOS_4b4Z8MJX6MfkzsXEJsGaCQhxo0qB/view?usp=share_link Be sure to check out seasons 1&2 to get caught up. https://www.disasterpodcaster.com _______________________________________________________________________ Find your favorite way to binge our show: VIDEO- https://www.youtube.com/RestorationAdvisers PODCAST- https://www.disasterpodcaster.com BLOG- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog _______________________________________________________________________ Other Resources; Restoration Business Academy [NEW]- https://www.restorationbusiness.academy Coaching for Restoration Professionals- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/ Online Courses- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/courses Restoration Documents, Contracts, Releases, etc- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/docs Large Loss Support- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/Support_Services

Apr 21, 202336:02
S3:E7 The Hidden Education in Restoration
Mar 24, 202326:36
Answering Your Questions - Youtube Live S3E6

Answering Your Questions - Youtube Live S3E6

Thank you to everyone who showed up for the YouTube Live! We love hitting topics we know YOU want! Keep your eye out for future lives so Klark can answer your questions!


Be sure to check out seasons 1&2 to get caught up.  https://www.disasterpodcaster.com _______________________________________________________________________

Find your favorite way to binge our show:

VIDEO- https://www.youtube.com/RestorationAdvisers/

PODCAST- https://www.disasterpodcaster.com BLOG- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog  _______________________________________________________________________

Other Resources;  Coaching for Restoration Professionals-  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/

Online Courses- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/courses

Restoration Documents, Contracts, Releases, etc- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/docs

Large Loss Support- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/Support_Services

Mar 10, 202301:00:53
S3:S5 Un-social Media
Feb 24, 202320:09
S3:E4 The ACDC Model

S3:E4 The ACDC Model

Being a music fan is a no brainer, you cant go wrong with ACDC one of the most popular and best bands out there, however this discussion is more about the ACDC Model. Let's discuss a micro lesson written by Mike Michalowicz in his book "Fix This Next"  (Who was our amazing guest on episode 1 of this season!)  


Be sure to check out season 1&2 to get caught up.  https://www.disasterpodcaster.com _______________________________________________________________________  

Find your favorite way to binge our show:    

VIDEO- https://www.youtube.com/RestorationAdvisers/ 

PODCAST- https://www.disasterpodcaster.com BLOG- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog  _______________________________________________________________________  

Other Resources;  Coaching for Restoration Professionals-  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/ 

Online Courses- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/courses 

Restoration Documents, Contracts, Releases, etc- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/docs 

Large Loss Support- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/Support_Services

Feb 17, 202327:43
S3:E3 Find Fun in Business

S3:E3 Find Fun in Business

This week I hit a couple of topics solo, like trying to enjoy what you can in business, helping our communities, and even touching on the tough topic of struggling with growing or even keeping your business up and thriving.

Want to talk to Klark and possibly share your stories and insight on the podcast? Reach out to us, we would love to hear from anyone from any walk of life!
https://www.restorationadvisers.com/contact


Be sure to check out season 1&2 to get caught up.  https://www.disasterpodcaster.com _______________________________________________________________________

Find your favorite way to binge our show:   
VIDEO- https://www.youtube.com/RestorationAdvisers/
PODCAST- https://www.disasterpodcaster.com
BLOG- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog

_______________________________________________________________________

Other Resources;

Coaching for Restoration Professionals-  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/
Online Courses- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/courses
Restoration Documents, Contracts, Releases, etc- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/docs
Large Loss Support- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/Support_Services

Feb 10, 202340:09
S3:E2 Getting a Chance to Interview Danny Strong

S3:E2 Getting a Chance to Interview Danny Strong

This week we got the chance to have an interview with Danny Strong, with 20 years of experience in restoration and more to come, we open up by learning about his beginnings and then digging into some of the struggles and problems in today's industry. 



Be sure to check out season 1&2 to get caught up.  https://www.disasterpodcaster.com _______________________________________________________________________

Find your favorite way to binge our show:   
VIDEO- https://www.youtube.com/RestorationAdvisers/
PODCAST- https://www.disasterpodcaster.com
BLOG- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog

_______________________________________________________________________

Other Resources;

Coaching for Restoration Professionals-  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/
Online Courses- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/courses
Restoration Documents, Contracts, Releases, etc- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/docs
Large Loss Support- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/Support_Services

Feb 03, 202341:40
S3:E1 Nerding out on Restoration Business with Mike Michalowcz

S3:E1 Nerding out on Restoration Business with Mike Michalowcz

We sat down for an incredible session with the wildly popular entrepreneur author, Mick Michalowicz.  

Check out all the incredible books and content that Mike has created.  
Get the free resource tools on his website FREE! https://mikemichalowicz.com/
________________________________________________________________________
We spoke about a wide array of subjects from your uniqueness to attract the right client, the mindset that givers give (abundance), and your WHY.  The story you need to be understood on the foundation of your business.   

Be sure to check out seasons 1&2 to get caught up.  https://www.disasterpodcaster.com _______________________________________________________________________ 

Find your favorite way to binge our show:   
VIDEO- https://www.youtube.com/RestorationAdvisers/
PODCAST- https://www.disasterpodcaster.com
BLOG- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog

_______________________________________________________________________  

Other Resources;  

Coaching for Restoration Professionals-  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/
Online Courses- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/courses
Restoration Documents, Contracts, Releases, etc- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/docs
Large Loss Support- https://www.restorationadvisers.com/Support_Services

Jan 27, 202327:46
S2:E22 Disaster Podcaster Professional Series- PT4 Be the Example

S2:E22 Disaster Podcaster Professional Series- PT4 Be the Example

S2:E22 Professional Series

Part 1 of 4 - Technically Qualified 12/2/22

Part 2 of 4 - Leadership & Culture 12/9/22

Part 3 of 4 - Structured 12/16/22

Part 4 of 4 - Be the Example 12/23/22


We want to welcome you back to Part 4 of 4 in a series that is simply about what a professional in the restoration industry would look like.
Last week we spent time on the A Structured Company one must have to be called a Pro.

Let’s talk about what I mean when I say Be The Example for the next 30 minutes or so. How A structured company plays into what we may think a Professional Company looks like.


Being the Example opens up your world to one of impact and opportunity.
Let’s Discuss


Employees

  • Proud
  • Refer family and friends
  • Actually want to contribute

Clients

  • Wow them
  • Layer the experiences
  • Again, referrals
  • Make them ask “THE QUESTION”

Community

  • Others are watching
  • Be the Brand
  • Employee and Customer Leads

Industry

  • Educate and learn
  • Large Collaborations
  • Growth Opportunities

Self

  • Realization of a dream
  • Inspiration to more VISION
  • Setup company for sale/ absentee ownership (freedom)


We know for a fact that we didn’t cover all that there is to cover about being technically qualified to be a professional.  We invite you to join the conversation and share your thoughts in our exclusive community: Restoration Nation.  You can log in here: https://www.restoration-nation.net

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI.

https://kahi.io

Discount Code - PODCAST

Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com

Or on your favorite podcast platform.

Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com   More Free resources: https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers https://www.restorationadvisers.com/bookvault https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog https://www.disasterpodcaster.com

--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support


Dec 22, 202240:03
S2:E21 Disaster Podcaster Professional Series- PT3 Structured

S2:E21 Disaster Podcaster Professional Series- PT3 Structured

S2:E21 Professional Series

Part 1 of 4 - Technically Qualified 12/2/22

Part 2 of 4 - Leadership & Culture 12/9/22

Part 3 of 4 - Structured 12/16/22

Part 4 of 4 - Be the Example 12/23/22


We want to welcome you back to Part 3 of 4 in a series that is simply about what a professional in the restoration industry would look like.
Last week we spent time on the Leadership/ Culture one must have to be called a Pro.

Let’s talk about what I mean when I say STRUCTURED for the next 30 minutes or so. How A structured company plays into what we may think a Professional Company looks like.


Mission/ Vision/ Goals

  • Internal/ Not Marketing
  • They mean something
  • Do all of the team know?
  • Status- Where are you now?

Organizational/ Accountability Clarity

  • Right People/ Right Seats
  • Everyone has a number
  • Clarity
  • Measured?

Company Alignment

  • Everyone rowing the same direction
  • How diligent are you?
  • Comeback Plan (get aligned)

Consistent Leads Process (sales engine)

  • Marketing
  • Job Stability
  • Right kind of leads?

Meaningful Meetings

  • Who?
  • What?
  • When?
  • Why?

Contracts and Sub Agreements

  • Client Contracts
  • Employee Contracts
  • Sub-Agreements
  1. Up to date payables/ happy vendors
  • Strong Relationships
  • Security

Profitable

  • Secure


We referenced Trainual. You can find out more here: https://start.trainual.com/g7ys23x2odwb

We know for a fact that we didn’t cover all that there is to cover about being technically qualified to be a professional.  We invite you to join the conversation and share your thoughts in our exclusive community: Restoration Nation.  You can log in here: https://www.restoration-nation.net

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI.

https://kahi.io

Discount Code - PODCAST

Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com

Or on your favorite podcast platform.

Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com   More Free resources: https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers https://www.restorationadvisers.com/bookvault https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog https://www.disasterpodcaster.com

--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support


Dec 15, 202235:51
S2:E20 Disaster Podcaster Professional Series- PT2 Leadership/ Culture

S2:E20 Disaster Podcaster Professional Series- PT2 Leadership/ Culture

S2:E20 Professional Series

Part 1 of 4 - Technically Qualified 12/2/22 

Part 2 of 4 - Leadership & Culture 12/9/22 

Part 3 of 4 - Structured 12/16/22 

Part 4 of 4 - Be the Example 12/23/22


We want to welcome you back to Part 2 of 4 in a series that is simply about what a professional in the restoration industry would look like.
Last week we spent time on the Technical Qualifications one must have to be called a Pro.

Let’s talk about Leadership for the next 30 minutes or so. How Leadership plays into what we may think a Professional Company looks like.


Employee Onboarding

  • Beginning Expectations
  • Warm Welcome
  • Onboarding DAY
  • 30/60/90+ days
  • DISC assessments for understanding personalities

Growth

  • Personal/ Professional
  • Measurable Advancements
  • Promotions

Employee Retention

  • Low Turnover
  • Hiring Well
  • “Voice of the employee”
  • Open Door-Truly

Accountability

  • Leadership that doesn’t BLAME, they TRAIN
  • Visible and Transperant
  • Everyone Equally
  • Lessons Learned

Review/ Performance Evaluation

  • Actual Scheduled Reviews
  • Scorecard
  • Training Culture

Work/ Life Balance PLAN (team)

  • Ask the right questions
  • People aren’t robots
  • Promote Fun/ Family


We referenced Trainual. You can find out more here: https://start.trainual.com/g7ys23x2odwb

We know for a fact that we didn’t cover all that there is to cover about being technically qualified to be a professional.  We invite you to join the conversation and share your thoughts in our exclusive community: Restoration Nation.  You can log in here: https://www.restoration-nation.net


A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI. 

https://kahi.io 

Discount Code - PODCAST


Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com 

Or on your favorite podcast platform.


Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com   More Free resources: https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers https://www.restorationadvisers.com/bookvault https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog https://www.disasterpodcaster.com

--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support

Dec 09, 202235:49
S2:E19 Professional Series Part 1 - Technically Qualified

S2:E19 Professional Series Part 1 - Technically Qualified

S2:E19 Professional Series  

Part 1 of 4 - Technically Qualified 12/2/22
Part 2 of 4 - Leadership & Culture 12/9/22
Part 3 of 4 - Structured 12/16/22
Part 4 of 4 - Be the Example 12/23/22  

This is Part 1 of 4 in a series that is simply about what a professional in the restoration industry would look like. It could be in any industry truthfully. When we think of “professional”, many things come to mind. 

So let’s just say we are looking at a model that checks ALOT of boxes.  

This episode hones in on the technical aspects of what it means to be professional.  

Certifications  

  • Certifications are NOT Education
  • Certs you NEED
  • Certs you should have
  • New Services
  • Jobsite Safety

Advanced Processes

  • Ramp Up for surges/ CAT work
  • New Positions
  • Scheduling
  • Documenting
  • CPR and life health measures
  • Heat Stress
  • General First Aid
  • Emergency Plan
  • JHA
  • Adaptability Training
  • Broken Equipment
  • Loss of Communications

Clear SOPs

  • 80/20 Rule
  • Documented/Trainual
  • Followed By All
  • Updated
  • Simple

Training/Development Path

  • Where does everyone start?
  • Career Path
  • Tech Levels
  • Clarity on opportunity
  • Training Culture
  • Weekly/ Monthly Meetings
  • Onsite/ Offsite training
  • Evaluations
  • When?
  • Who? 
  • Outcomes?

Experienced Mentorship  

  • Assign Mentors
  • Mentor Training
  • Advancement  

We referenced Trainual. You can find out more here: https://start.trainual.com/g7ys23x2odwb  

We know for a fact that we didn’t cover all that there is to cover about being technically qualified to be a professional.  We invite you to join the conversation and share your thoughts in our exclusive community: Restoration Nation.  You can log in here: https://www.restoration-nation.net  

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI.
https://kahi.io
Discount Code - PODCAST 

Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com
Or on your favorite podcast platform. 

Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com  
More Free resources: https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers
https://www.restorationadvisers.com/bookvault
https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog
https://www.disasterpodcaster.com 

--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support

Dec 02, 202240:33
S2:E18 Thanksgiving BONUS

S2:E18 Thanksgiving BONUS

🦃 HAPPY THANKSGIVING🦃 

We bring you a short episode on this holiday week. 

 We hope you and yours had a wonderful day, and took some time to reflect on the many great things we enjoy.   This is some additional thoughts on last weeks podcast based on the overwhelming reaction and feedback we got.  

There is a little hint about what is to come, and some things that we are thankful for!  

We invite you to join the conversation and share your thoughts in our exclusive community: Restoration Nation. 
You can log in here: https://www.restoration-nation.net 

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI.
https://kahi.io
Discount Code - PODCAST 

Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com
Or on your favorite podcast platform. 

Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com
More Free resources: 

  • https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers 
  • https://www.restorationadvisers.com/bookvault 
  • https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog 
  • https://www.disasterpodcaster.com


--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support

Nov 25, 202212:56
S2:E18 Hard Times Make Great Leaders

S2:E18 Hard Times Make Great Leaders

This week we respond to a disturbing murmur we are hearing from many many great leaders in the disaster restoration space. 

Burnout 

Fatigue 

Disgust  


Great companies and fantastic restoration professionals are being worn down and losing hope because of the increasing weight and shenanigans of the carriers and the overall issues to get paid.   To only be paid for the work that was properly done.   If you are feeling this weight, we invite you to join the conversation, and let's lift one another back up.     

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI. https://kahi.io Discount Code - PODCAST  

Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com

Or on your favorite podcast platform.  


Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com 

More Free resources: 

https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers 

https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog 

https://www.restoration-nation.net

Nov 18, 202250:59
S2E17 Disaster Podcaster Clearing the AIR with Andy McCabe

S2E17 Disaster Podcaster Clearing the AIR with Andy McCabe

We had an exciting time this week sitting down with Andy McCabe as we discussed the genesis of the Rebels Movement and some of the best and not-so-great times.   You are sure to enjoy the walk down memory lane.   

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI. https://kahi.io

Discount Code - PODCAST  

Listen to past episodes: https://www.disasterpodcaster.com 

Or on your favorite podcast platform.  

Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com 

More Free resources: https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers 

https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog 

https://www.restoration-nation.net

Episode segments: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5yDz6Y47kwgqJEUjewRbV2avuogqI4tQ

Nov 07, 202201:48:38
Clearing the AIR with Andy McCabe

Clearing the AIR with Andy McCabe

We are clearing the AIR with Andy McCabe. It got a little heated.
We talk about where Klark and Andy are today, and set the record straight on the beef that they have. 

You don't want to miss is. 

The infamous Trey Raines makes a guest appearance. 

If you want to see the photos of the event that is reviewed extensively... you can find them here

A special thanks to our sponsor KAHI.
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Or on your favorite podcast platform. 

Find out more about us: https://www.restorationadvisers.com 

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https://www.restorationadvisers.com/blog
https://www.restoration-nation.net

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Nov 04, 202201:48:38
S2:E16 - Entrepreneur Rollercoaster
Oct 28, 202249:47
S2:E15 Independent vs Franchise?

S2:E15 Independent vs Franchise?

We are broadcasting live from FL again. We are helping with the Hurrican Ian relief efforts, and helping clients in our "spare" time. 

This episode was the result of a conversation with a couple who is trying to decide if they want to invest in a franchise, or if they want to launch out on their own and build "from scratch". 

We unpack a lot of the pros and cons of both options, and set the record straight on our opinion and view of franchises. 


As always, we want to thank our sponsor KAHI.
https://kahi.io
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Oct 14, 202248:41
S2:E14 LIVE from Florida! Hurrican Ian and Public Adjusters

S2:E14 LIVE from Florida! Hurrican Ian and Public Adjusters

A update from the storm zone after Hurricane Ian. 

Starting a conversation about the relationship with Public Adjusters.

Launching a NEW BUSINESS! CAT-X
Find out more about it https://www.restorationadvisers.com/cat-x

Follow us on Facebook @disasterpodcaster

@restorationadvisers 

on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers


Oct 07, 202237:42
S2:E13 Hurricane Ian

S2:E13 Hurricane Ian

A few talking points and discussion topics you may not have considered as you consider heading to Florida.  

Please like and subscribe to the channel.   

Our biggest ask is that you share the podcast or the channel with your friends and colleagues!   

Thanks for listening!  

You can check out our YouTube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers    

Thanks to our Sponsor!  https://kahi.io
Coupon Code: PODCAST for 10% off kahi hardware  

Our signature Ecourse:
60 Days to build a Strong Restoration Company https://www.restorationadvisers.com/60days    

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Sep 30, 202232:60
S2:E12 - 10 Things I would do if I were starting a Restoration Business today.

S2:E12 - 10 Things I would do if I were starting a Restoration Business today.

Using my experience in business, and as a coach, this is 10 things I would do if I were starting a restoration company today.  

Please like and subscribe to the channel.  
Our biggest ask, is that you share the podcast or the channel with your friends and colleagues!  
Thanks for listening!

You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/restorationadvisers  

Thanks to our Sponsor! https://kahi.io
Coupon Code: PODCAST for 10% off kahi hardware

Our signature Ecourse: 60 Days to build a Strong Restoration Company
https://www.restorationadvisers.com/60days  

Our Mini Course: The Truth About Xactimate
https://www.restorationadvisers.com/xactimate-pricing  

Website:
https://www.restorationadvisers.com 

Exclusive Community
https://www.restoration-nation.net  

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Sep 23, 202235:07
S2:E11 - THE BIG LIE
Sep 16, 202244:52
S2:E10 Superhero Technicians
May 06, 202256:23
S2:E9 Will this finally clear up the O&P Debate?
Apr 29, 202201:04:14
S2:E8 Culture in Restoration Revisited

S2:E8 Culture in Restoration Revisited

🎬 Thank you for tuning in to the Disaster Podcaster. We know your passion will match ours as we talk about and discuss anything and everything for Restoration/ Remediation/ Cleaning/ Construction.

Our podcast is different.

We are audio/ video/ live and take callers in REAL-TIME.... except this week. This is a pre-recorded episode. We welcome comments! We will be sure to respond to every one!

Season 2 Episode 8 : We sit down with Nick Lambert at Faithful Restoration to discuss what has happened since Season 1 Episode 4 back in Jan 2020. We did a rerun of S1E4 3 weeks ago in S2E5. Be sure to listen and hear the first part of the story!

Growth can be painful... we talk about restarting with a clean slate, and scaling rapidly with good systems.

Real life.

Real talk.

Real stories.

📞 We invite you to call in anytime during the live show at 833-262-2410

📆 Every Wednesday at ⏰ 3:00PM EST

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Apr 22, 202201:01:60
S2:E7 with Crawlspace Keefer!
Apr 19, 202255:10
S2:E6 - NEXT GEN Superstars

S2:E6 - NEXT GEN Superstars

Robert Moré and Dylan Timmel joined me (Toby Clem) on Disaster Podcaster to discuss "The next generation of SUPERSTARS"! This is a rerun of the live show. We had some technical difficulties with the sound so we have eliminated those to give you a better listening experience! 

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We are all very excited.  They both have unique backgrounds (one family business, one has seen several companies) in the industry, and have a TON of technical knowledge. They are both stepping into leadership roles and taking ownership of creating the next generation of superstars in the industry!  I can't wait!  We will be taking live call-ins! 833-262-2410. Get their unique perspective on how they came up through the industry. How they learned. How they teach.  Technical questions are welcome... and encouraged!

Apr 08, 202252:22
S2:E5 - NO ONE can take your culture away with Nick Lambert (rerun of S1:E4)

S2:E5 - NO ONE can take your culture away with Nick Lambert (rerun of S1:E4)

We were both out of the office and couldn't pull off a LIVE show for Episode 5. We had planned to have a discussion with Nick Lambert of Faithful Restoration in Billings, MT. Since we had to postpone that episode until later in the month, we figured it would be good to have a refresh of where Nick has come from. 

He has an incredible story of rebuilding his company and his culture from the ground up.

Stay tuned for the update from Nick in a LIVE podcast in a few weeks!!



Apr 07, 202249:49
S2:E4 - Employee Onboarding
Mar 25, 202201:04:55
S2:E3 I'm in the mood for some positivity!
Mar 18, 202249:45
S2:E2 Carriers Say the Darndest Things

S2:E2 Carriers Say the Darndest Things

🎬 Thank you for tuning in to the Disaster Podcaster. We know your passion will match ours as we talk about and discuss anything and everything for Restoration/ Remediation/ Cleaning/ Construction.

Season 2: Episode 02:

Our podcast is different. We are audio/ video/ live and take callers in REAL-TIME. So it's a TALK SHOW

In this episode, we dig into a topic that affects almost anyone that may be listening to or watching this. Insurance companies and their lackeys interfering with you and the excellent service you are providing to your mutual client.

Let me offer you this free letter template on what we call (click here) Permission to stop talking to TPA's

The sheer and almost appalling comedy of what we often hear or see in emails.

I discuss the overwhelming success I have had and taught to contractors all but ignoring the carriers. They only want one thing (slash your invoice). And if you are not willing to appease that one thing, there really isn't anything to discuss.

But here is the rub. We feel an almost overwhelming need to FIGHT FOR our client.

We discuss this dynamic and its recurring results.

As a grand finale, we did a screen share of an actual email chain of the most incredibly undereducated stance (and illegal) we have seen in 2022.

This document is available in our private community. You can join here  www.restorationadviers.com/RN-Registration FOR FREE. You will find not only a lot more resources but a community of awesome and professional restorers that, like us, are sick of Facebook and other social media platforms.

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Mar 11, 202201:08:18
S2:E1 Restoration Marketing with Jon Grubb @ United Restorers

S2:E1 Restoration Marketing with Jon Grubb @ United Restorers

In this episode, we chat about marketing in the restoration industry with Jon Grubb at United Restorers.


🎬 Thank you for tuning in to the Disaster Podcaster. We know your passion will match ours as we talk about and discuss anything and everything for Restoration/ Remediation/ Cleaning/ Construction.

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Mar 04, 202201:17:36
S2:E0 Pre-Launch + Tribute to Nick with JonDon

S2:E0 Pre-Launch + Tribute to Nick with JonDon

🎬 Thank you for tuning in to the Disaster Podcaster. We know your passion will match ours as we talk about and discuss anything and everything for Restoration/ Remediation/ Cleaning/ Construction.

Our podcast is different. We are audio/ video/ live and take callers in REAL TIME.

📞 We invite you to call in anytime during the live show at 833-262-2410

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Season 2: Episode 0 :

This episode represented a pre-launch test of our new format. Lot's of moving parts and it was good to do a live BETA. Our first official LIVE ALL IN EPISODE.

➡️ We spent time sharing some videos and time paying tribute to Nick Paolella. The founder of JonDon. Nick suddenly lost his long, colorful ad wonderful life last week.

We were so fortunate to have Andy Robinson with JonDon to call in and help put into words how much he meant to the industry, to JonDon and the 100's that worked there.

We shared stories and painted some background pictures.

Jennifer Sterling with Jennifer Sterling Insurance in California called in and gave us a hilarious story about one occasion at The Gaylord in Dallas Texas.

If we had 30 hours, we could probably not run out of great stories.

Nick, you are missed and we celebrate you.

➡️ We discussed a process we coach on and one that I have used in my entire career. Post Project Evaluations.

Its a practice of analysis of projects to find out mistakes, learning opportunities, and improvements to be made to continue to be the best.

Our template and more conversations about this are available for those that are registered in our NEW ONLINE COMMUNITY. Free to join for contractors. Go get your copy and everything else we are loading up in there.

📱Restoration Nation

➡️ Our last business was simply testing some systems and announcing our guest for next week. We look forward to you tuning in.

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Feb 24, 202236:06
S1:E25 "I didn't know Walleye had fingers!"
Dec 31, 202149:01
S1:E24 Billing Clients Direct - LIVE CALL IN show!

S1:E24 Billing Clients Direct - LIVE CALL IN show!

We took a discussion in one of the industry Facebook groups and unpacked it a little. 

It was about billing clients (insured) directly, and not negotiating with adjusters and/or carriers.  
We spiced things up a little bit and had live call-ins from folks that had some thoughts on the subject.
Just like old-school talk shows!
We had so much fun!  

EP23 was with Kevin @ Kahi. 

https://kahi.io  

They have industry-leading equipment tracking with CRM integration and are the gracious sponsor of the Disaster Podcaster. They are also hinting at come releases coming soon along the lines of drying logs, and project reporting. 

Nothing official, so STAY TUNED!  

We introduced some exciting new stuff we are working on for 2022! 

Restoration Advisers Book Vault: This is where our library of books is held. 

We are asked often what book we are reading, or what books we recommend... well... here you have it!  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/bookvault  

New E-Course launching in Jan 2022! 

This one is BIG!
45 days (hint: there will be a lot more than 45 days) to build a STRONG restoration business. This will be the fundamentals of building and growing a business and will cover all of the pertinent topics from business planning to education and everything in between. This course is for people interested in starting a restoration business or those who have been at it a while and want a refresher.  https://www.restorationadvisers.com/45days  

Restoration Workshops We have 4 specific topics that we are going to be addressing individually with groups of up to 20.  
- Sales/Marketing -  The Power of Who
- Building an SOP Playbook for your business
- Creating your own pricing model
- Client Onboarding - You have permission to stop talking to carriers!  

If you want to do more than one, you are welcome to... just check the dates in the description of each one to ensure there are no conflicts.  

Also note: we will be repeating these 4 every quarter in 2022. You can do one per quarter if you like. 

https://www.restorationadvisers.com/restorationworkshops2022  

Restoration NATION - The official online community of Restoration Advisers and Disaster Podcaster 

We have launched our official online community.
We will be migrating away from Facebook and will be directing our content to this platform. This community is where to infamous Restoration RoundTables will happen from now on. 

All subscription clients and students will gain automatic access to the community. 

We have made a space for anyone who wants to join.
Find out more here: https://www.restorationadvisers.com/offers/JnAC8do4

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Dec 24, 202101:04:45
S1:E23 **Our Sponsor** Kevin Dooley with Kahi
Nov 19, 202144:34
S1:E22 Restoration Markup and Profit - Know your numbers!

S1:E22 Restoration Markup and Profit - Know your numbers!

Today we talk about the subject that is often overlooked. Markup and Margin. Knowing your numbers. This is about as critical a business topic as you can think. 

The restoration industry is plagued by this idea that restoration companies are just being greedy when they bill for O&P (Overhead and Profit). That is usually driven by the opposing party, the carrier. We are here to tell you that it is absolutely essential for the health and wellbeing of your company. You MUST cover your O&P if you expect to build a business that you can accomplish your goals with. 

We highlight a book called Markup and Profit (A Contractors Guide) by Micheal Stone. Get the book here. It will change the way you look at your business! 

We also chat about some other books that are front of mind for us this week. Toby talks about The Power of Who by Bob Beaudine. Klarks love for music drove him to get the book by the infamous David Grohl titled The Storyteller - Tales of Life and Music. Both have takeaways that you can implement TODAY. Check them out! 

Thanks to our sponsor Kahi. Kahi provides an incredible service of hardware and software that help you and your team make more profit by tracking and maximizing the use of your assets. This automated system has some incredibly efficient and powerful tools for your equipment, fleet, and even personnel. 

As part of the O&P conversation and some of the talking points from the book Markup and Profit, the conversation obviously ties in Xactimate. We did a mini-course titled “The Truth about Xactimate”. Everyone needs to see what this course uncovers that is hiding in plain sight. We provide some resources within the course that you can provide to adjusters that will help you get your overhead and profit justified. Follow this link for that workshop Truth about Xactimate Pricing 

We also have a robust Document Packet that will help you with properly onboarding your client, documenting your work, providing your client and workers with a safe working environment, and so much more. https://www.restorationadvisers.com/restoration_documents 

We hope these assets and training help. If you are looking to make running your restoration company simpler, better, and more profitable, contact us for a call to learn more about what your goals are! 

www.restorationadvisers.com 

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Nov 05, 202101:00:02
S1:E21 Asbestos in Restoration

S1:E21 Asbestos in Restoration

In today's episode, we shift to a little more of an educational format. But one I feel everyone will get a lot of value from.

Asbestos is a very HUGE issue in the work we do and we see VERY often so many misunderstandings and myths surrounding its hazards.

We wanted to have a clear and direct conversation about this and include some links and resources for your team to begin to build a real system around this extremely important topic.

Thanks to our sponsor https://kahi.io/.
Kahi provides an incredible service of hardware and software that help you and your team make more profit by tracking and maximizing the use of your assets. This automated system has some incredibly efficient and powerful tools for your equipment, fleet, and even personnel.

-EPA- Clean Air Act link https://www.epa.gov/clean-air-act-overview

-Free Download of the OSHA 2254 Training Requirements +A Sample JHA https://www.restorationadvisers.com/OSHA_guide

-OSHA Due Diligence Clause https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/oshact/section5-duties

We hope these assets and training help.

If you are looking to make running your restoration company simpler, better, and more profitable, contact us for a quick call. www.restorationadvisers.com

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Nov 01, 202144:13
S1:E20  Reets Team visit with Disaster Podcaster

S1:E20 Reets Team visit with Disaster Podcaster

If you know the great group over at Reets, you know that besides providing some of the most dynamic and engaging education, they have a great time doing it.
As Merideth states in this event...it's CULTURE

Toby and I want to thank each and every member that shared their valuable time with us. We hope this short time we spend gives you a brief insight into how powerful not only certification and education are to your business, but not all academies are created equal.

We also want to strongly encourage you to check out Reet's TV. We here at Restoration Advisers are subscribers and have found it incredibly useful in our coaching business with restorers. Links for everything will be listed in the bottom session.


As always, we hope you enjoy it. 



  • Visit Reets Drying Academy for the huge schedule of both Live (In-Person) and Virtual Classes. Both restoration technical certifications as well as a strong Xactimate class taught by Nick Sharp. You will find something here for all your training needs.
    https://reetsdryingacademy.com/
  • Contact Rebekah Beilan to get an intuitive demonstration of Reets TV; https://reetsdryingacademy.com/tag/reets-tv/

Thanks for tuning into our podcast. If you enjoyed this one, we think you will find many of our past episodes equally as entertaining. They can be found here: https://www.restorationadvisers.com/podcasts/disaster-podcaster-2https://www.restorationadvisers.com/podcasts/disaster-podcaster-2



Oct 22, 202149:56
S1:E19: Chris Laney in The House

S1:E19: Chris Laney in The House

This week's podcast was super fun. Toby and I had a blast talking with Chris for a while.

It felt like we were just hanging out on a job site.

Chris Laney and I were on a call last week and just discussing all kinds of industry topics, and I said wait... let's do this in a podcast.

So that's what this is.

Just some random shit that lands in our heads.

We discuss:

*Introduction

*Where we met and where we have been, and finally where we hope to be going.

*The harm that TPA's and Managed Care Programs do to our industry and to the insured.

*Chris's early career as a carpet tech and spending so much time with the incredible Kurt Bolden at HydroLab.

*Chris current love for teaching and being an instructor at Dewald Drying Academy with Chuck Dewald III and team.

*Business patience. Success takes a long time.

*Marketing Tactics- Relationships, SEO, etc.

*The incredible advantage of becoming a BUSINESS besides just being a contractor. Know your numbers and how to lead a company.

*The round-robin cycle of some relationships bringing Chris where he is today with education opportunities.

*I slip up and mention a classified project (had to cover the name of it)

*DIscussing Complex and Large Losses. This includes favorite challenging jobs, the resources you need to even manage jobs of large sizes.

We want to thank our incredible sponsor- Kahi Asset Management Software

Kahi Homepage https://kahi.io/

Thanks for tuning into our podcast.

Thanks to Toby and Chris.

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Oct 09, 202159:34
S1:E18: got 99 problems... and STAFFING is one!
Oct 01, 202156:25
S1:E17 Disaster Podcaster- Plumbers, Labor Culture and a HUGE SPECIAL SURPRISE
Aug 30, 202145:52
S1:E16 Disaster Podcaster- New Format & Purple Cow

S1:E16 Disaster Podcaster- New Format & Purple Cow

This episode marks the launch of our new fun format for Disaster Podcaster. In short, we will now be more conversation and topical, some guests and generally a more relaxed but relatable event.  Besides audio only for the podcast, we will be live streaming to our FB and YT channels. Links below for those. We will be able to make comments in real-time and address them if possible. Then in the coming weeks, we will be publishing a live call-in number to take live callers.  Today you will hear us discuss the new format, Purple Cows, a book called Hollowed Out, and a few other topics. Enjoy and let us know if you have any topics, suggestions, or general feedback. Facebook-Disaster Podcaster               https://www.facebook.com/disasterpodcaster YouTube-Disaster Podcaster                 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvwX3b5rH_M&list=PL5yDz6Y47kwgqJEUjewRbV2avuogqI4tQ Enjoy and make sure to leave a review. Contact us through                             www.restorationadvisers.com
Aug 21, 202146:06
S1:E15- The Incredible opportunity we all have with InstaScope by DetectionTek
Aug 16, 202149:07
S1:E14 . Michelle Blevins-C&R Magazine
Aug 06, 202140:59
S1:E13: Alena Wilson- XM8 Mastery
Jul 23, 202144:09
S1:E12 Andy Michels LIVE !!!

S1:E12 Andy Michels LIVE !!!

Our industry is full of really great people and today I want to introduce you to one of them.

Andy Michels is a super IN DEMAND custom home builder north of St. Paul Minnesota.

Today we discuss his business, some customer service tricks, COVID's effects, family and circuit snowmobile racing.

Andy is a long time member of The Alliance of Independent Restorers because community and fellowship is the principle of his family's business.

We had a great time and hope you will as well.

Jul 16, 202140:13
S1:E11  Podcasting from a FIREHOSE !

S1:E11 Podcasting from a FIREHOSE !

After a little over a month's hiatus to work on some business structure, we are back and in full swing.

We have a few weeks or maybe a few months of content and guests lined up, so expect some incredible things in the coming weeks.

On today's podcast, we really just had a brain dump on multiple topics.

  • Staffing Shortages
  • Sons Birthday
  • Almost having a sponsor
  • AIR Summit
  • Insurance/ TPA involvement
  • Struggles daily of an Emergency Services Contractor
  • Much Much More....


So welcome back and subscribe on your favorite listening platform so you do not miss an episode.

Catch our previous episodes from the library. 


Lastly: If you want to be a guest or know someone that would make a great guest, let us know on our Facebook Page-@disasterpodcaster. Send us a DM

Have a great week and we hope you enjoy it. 


EDIT NOTE: I was just advised that the audio in the second half is junk. I apologize  10000%. I will improve my QC workflow and find the source of this issue. 


Klark


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Jul 09, 202154:41
S1:E10 Cali Expert Syndicate !! Restoration Excellence

S1:E10 Cali Expert Syndicate !! Restoration Excellence

We have a really great collection of Restoration Experts on this week's episode. 


I was joined by 3 of California's FINEST Restoration and Remediation Specialists. 

Robert Hidajat with Blue Van Restoration @bluevanrestoration

Adam Redhead. Owner of Restoration Hero's @restorationheroes

Stewart Barrios-Project Manager with Allied Restoration @alliedrestoration


We discussed things from the importance of Client On-Boarding, one's ability to take constructive criticism, and then closing out in the choice of the State of Texas lifting the requirement for mold remediation in response to the Texas Freeze Event.

Great guys and incredible insights.


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May 05, 202154:17
S1:E9 Catching up with a STELLAR eMARKETING Group
Mar 21, 202101:06:48