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Welcome to Sky Commander Academy – the elite podcast for Canada’s drone pilots. Hosted by aerial aces Sky Tracer and Ace Talon, this high-octane series from SkyCommander.ca is your command center for mastering drone flight. Start with your Basic RPAS Certificate, crush Transport Canada regs, and rise through the ranks with expert tips, tactical Q&As, and real-world mission insights. We don’t just fly—we command the skies. SkyCommander.ca – See Above. Go Beyond. Get Ahead.

  1. S7E16: Objection Handling That Wins Cleanly, What to Say When They Say “Too Expensive” or “My Nephew Has a Drone”

    20H AGO

    S7E16: Objection Handling That Wins Cleanly, What to Say When They Say “Too Expensive” or “My Nephew Has a Drone”

    In S7E16 of Sky Commander Academy, we give you the exact scripts that keep you calm when a client pushes back on price. No defensiveness, no awkward discounting, and no trashing the “nephew with a drone.” You learn how to protect your value while staying likable. This episode is about one skill: turning objections into clarity. Most objections are not rejection, they are confusion, fear, or missing context. In this episode:💬 The objection mindset shift: Why pushback is usually a request for reassurance, not an insult🧠 The two-question reset: The fastest way to regain control of the conversation without sounding salesy💰 Script for “You’re too expensive”: How to anchor value in outcomes, risk, and deliverables (not flight time)👨‍👩‍👧 Script for “My nephew has a drone”: How to stay respectful, separate hobby from service, and keep the door open📦 The deliverables shield: The simple way to explain what they are actually paying for (and why it matters)🧾 The scope lever: How to lower price ethically by reducing scope, not reducing professionalism🗓️ The timeline lever: How scheduling flexibility can create value without cutting your rate✅ The “compare apples to apples” line: A friendly way to highlight safety, compliance, insurance, and repeatability🚨 Objection red flags: When to walk away because the job will be painful, risky, or unprofitable🤝 Closing scripts that feel clean: How to end with next steps, not pressure🚀 Follow-up that wins later: The message that turns “not now” into “book it next month” If you want to charge like a professional and still feel relaxed in the conversation, this episode is your toolkit. You are not arguing. You are guiding the client to a clear decision. Hold the line. Stay respectful. Win the right jobs.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #HandlingObjections #PricingStrategy #DroneBusiness #ClientCommunication #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    30 min
  2. S7E15: Discovery Calls That Actually Work, The Questions That Turn “Maybe” Into a Clean Scope and a Confident Quote

    1D AGO

    S7E15: Discovery Calls That Actually Work, The Questions That Turn “Maybe” Into a Clean Scope and a Confident Quote

    In S7E15 of Sky Commander Academy, we build the discovery call framework that makes quoting easy. No awkward interrogation, no rambling “tell me about your project” calls, and no guessing what the client really wants. You will learn how to ask the right questions, capture the right details, and walk away with a scope you can defend. Most rookie problems happen before the drone ever launches. This episode fixes the front end. In this episode:🧠 What a discovery call is really for: Reducing uncertainty, protecting safety, and defining “done”🎯 The 12-minute structure: A simple call flow that keeps you in control without sounding scripted📌 The outcome-first question set: What decision are they trying to make, and what must the deliverable prove?🗺️ Site reality questions: Location, access, hazards, people, animals, vehicles, and what changes the flight plan📑 Airspace and constraints: How to surface time windows, restrictions, approvals, and the “do not launch” triggers early📦 Deliverables clarity: Exactly what files, formats, resolution, length, and labeling the client expects🧾 Scope boundaries: Sites, structures, flight count, revisions, and what is explicitly not included💰 Budget and timeline without awkwardness: How to ask money and deadlines in a way that feels professional🤝 Stakeholders and approvals: Who signs off, who reviews, and how to avoid surprise decision-makers later🚨 Red flags that predict bad jobs: Vague goals, rushed timelines, unsafe sites, and “just fly wherever” clients✅ Call close and next steps: The recap script that confirms scope, sets expectations, and earns trust🚀 Turning calls into repeat work: Capturing notes, building a client profile, and making the next job easier If you want to stop underquoting, stop overdelivering, and stop getting blindsided by scope creep, this episode is your new front-door process. Ask better questions. Build a cleaner scope. Deliver with confidence.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #DiscoveryCall #ClientScoping #DroneBusiness #ClientCommunication #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    37 min
  3. S7E14: The Proposal That Gets a Fast “Yes”, Simple Structure, Pricing, and Timelines Clients Actually Understand

    2D AGO

    S7E14: The Proposal That Gets a Fast “Yes”, Simple Structure, Pricing, and Timelines Clients Actually Understand

    In S7E14 of Sky Commander Academy, we build the proposal format that stops the back and forth. No bloated pages, no technical overload, no vague pricing. Just a clear, professional structure that helps a client understand the scope, trust the plan, and approve the work quickly. Most pilots lose deals because their proposal reads like a drone forum post. This episode turns it into a client-ready document that feels calm, organized, and easy to say yes to. In this episode:🧠 What clients are really buying: Clarity, predictability, and a low-drama delivery📄 The one-page proposal rule: When short wins, and when you add an appendix🎯 Basic structure that always works: Objective, scope, deliverables, exclusions, assumptions, schedule, price, next steps📦 Deliverables clients can picture: Naming the exact files, formats, and what “done” looks like🧾 Scope boundaries that prevent chaos: Site limits, revisions, weather delays, and “out of scope” language that stays friendly🗓️ Timelines that feel real: Lead time, flight window, editing window, review cycle, final delivery💰 Pricing that does not trigger panic: Simple tiers, optional add-ons, and how to explain what drives cost📍 Site requirements: Access, contacts, hazards, and what you need from the client to be successful🚨 Common proposal mistakes: Jargon, hidden costs, fuzzy deliverables, and timelines that are “whenever”✅ Closing the deal cleanly: The approval line, deposit step, and kickoff message that starts the mission smoothly🚀 Reusable templates: How to build one master proposal you can adapt in minutes If you want to look like a real operator before you have a huge client list, this episode is your shortcut. A clean proposal is a trust signal, and trust is what gets you paid. Clear scope. Clear price. Clear timeline. Easy yes.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #DroneProposals #DroneBusiness #ClientCommunication #PricingStrategy #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    36 min
  4. S7E13: Before and After Stories That Sell, Turn Technical Value Into Visual Proof Clients Get Instantly

    3D AGO

    S7E13: Before and After Stories That Sell, Turn Technical Value Into Visual Proof Clients Get Instantly

    In S7E13 of Sky Commander Academy, we teach the skill that separates pilots from pros: you stop dumping footage and start telling before and after stories that clients understand in five seconds. Not “here’s a 4K clip,” but “here’s what was unclear, here’s what we captured, here’s what changed.” This is how you convert technical value into simple visuals that get approvals, budget, and rebookings. In this episode:🧠 Why clients get confused: The gap between what you see as a pilot and what a buyer needs to decide🎯 The before and after formula: Problem, baseline, flight method, evidence, change, next action📸 The four visual proof types: Angle change, distance change, time change, and comparison overlays🗺️ Simple visuals that feel smart: Labels, arrows, callouts, and “one-screen” explanations that do not overwhelm📦 Deliverables that make decisions easy: The single page summary, the annotated image set, and the short highlight reel🧾 How to show process without boring people: Planning screenshots, checklists, and flight logs used as trust signals🎥 Video storytelling for normal humans: What to say, what to cut, and how to keep it under 30 to 60 seconds🏠 Real examples by niche: Roof and property, real estate, construction progress, utilities, and commercial sites🚨 Common mistakes: Too much jargon, too many clips, no labels, no conclusion, and no “what now”📲 How to use before and after in marketing: Turning one job into a website case study, a LinkedIn post, and a client follow-up🚀 The pro move: Ending every story with a decision and next step, not just “cool footage” If you want clients to stop saying “Nice video” and start saying “Can you do this for our sites too,” this is the episode. Make the value visual, and the sale gets easier. Show the baseline. Show the change. Make the decision obvious.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #DroneStorytelling #BeforeAfter #ClientCommunication #DroneBusiness #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    33 min
  5. S7E12: Social Media for Drone Pros, The Posting System That Turns Scrolls Into Bookings

    4D AGO

    S7E12: Social Media for Drone Pros, The Posting System That Turns Scrolls Into Bookings

    In S7E12 of Sky Commander Academy, we build a social media strategy that actually fits real operators. No influencer cosplay, no random trend-chasing, no daily burnout. You will learn where to post, how often, and what content makes people think: “This pilot is professional, safe, and worth paying.” Most pilots post pretty footage and hope. Pros post proof, clarity, and confidence. This episode shows you how. In this episode:📍 Where to post and why: Picking platforms based on your niche (not vibes)🧭 Platform roles: YouTube for authority, Instagram for proof, LinkedIn for trust, Facebook for local leads, TikTok for reach🗓️ How often to post: A realistic cadence that works with a day job and still compounds🎯 The 4 content pillars that move people: Proof, education, story, and trust signals (safety, process, professionalism)🎥 What to post when you have no clients yet: Spec missions, mini case studies, and behind-the-scenes planning that looks legit🧠 Hooks that are not cringe: How to start posts so people keep watching and actually understand the value📦 Content that sells without selling: Showing deliverables, handoff quality, and client outcomes instead of “look at my drone”📲 Calls-to-action that get clicked: Quote request, booking link, and “send me the address” messages that feel natural🔁 Repurpose like an operator: One flight becomes a short, a carousel, a post, a story, and a portfolio page🚨 Mistakes that kill trust fast: Over-editing, jargon, unsafe vibes, arguing in comments, and posting like you are bored📈 Simple metrics that matter: DMs, clicks, saves, and local referrals, not just likes🚀 Your 30-day flight plan: A starter schedule you can follow without burning out If you want social media to produce real momentum, you need a system. This episode gives you one that builds credibility first, then leads. Post with intent. Build trust on repeat. Turn attention into work.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #DroneSocialMedia #DroneBusiness #ContentStrategy #LinkedInForPilots #YouTubeStrategy #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    31 min
  6. S7E11: The One-Page Drone Website That Converts, The Exact Copy and Layout That Gets Inquiries

    5D AGO

    S7E11: The One-Page Drone Website That Converts, The Exact Copy and Layout That Gets Inquiries

    In S7E11 of Sky Commander Academy, we build the one-page website that actually works. Not a fancy portfolio museum, not a confusing menu of services. Just a clean page with the right copy, the right images, and the right calls-to-action so a stranger can land, understand you in 10 seconds, and contact you without friction. This episode is for pilots who want to look legitimate fast, even if they are new, and even if they only have a few projects to show. In this episode:🧭 The one-page rule: Why one strong page beats five weak pages when you are starting🧠 Above-the-fold copy that hits: Headline, subhead, and trust line that makes people keep scrolling🎯 The 3-lane service block: How to present your offers without overwhelming clients or sounding like you do everything📸 Images that build trust: What to show (and what not to show) so you look safe, professional, and competent🧾 Proof without bragging: How to show process, deliverables, and results even if you have limited client work📦 Your deliverables section: The simplest way to explain what the client actually receives🗣️ Client language that sells: Writing in outcomes, not drone terms, so normal people understand the value📍 Local credibility: How to look “real” in your city or region with small signals that matter📲 Calls-to-action that get clicked: The exact CTAs you need (quote request, call, email, booking) and where to place them🚨 Website mistakes that kill conversions: Too much tech talk, too many pages, weak contact options, and stock-photo vibes🚀 The upgrade path: How this one-page site evolves into a bigger site later without rebuilding everything If your website is currently a “someday project,” this episode gives you the blueprint to publish something that works now, looks professional, and starts the conversation. One page. Clear offers. Clean proof. Easy contact.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #DroneWebsite #MarketingForPilots #LeadGeneration #DroneBusiness #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    27 min
  7. S7E10: The “Can I Take Money Yet?” Launch Checklist, The Readiness Test That Saves You From Rookie Mistakes

    6D AGO

    S7E10: The “Can I Take Money Yet?” Launch Checklist, The Readiness Test That Saves You From Rookie Mistakes

    In S7E10 of Sky Commander Academy, we answer the question every new pilot asks, usually too late: “Am I actually ready to charge?” This episode is your simple, practical readiness checklist for going pro, so your first paid job feels clean, safe, and confident. You do not need to be perfect. You do need to be ready in the ways that protect you, protect the client, and protect the mission. In this episode:✅ The launch truth: What “ready” really means (and what it does not)🧠 Mindset and professionalism: Can you scope, communicate, and stay calm under pressure?📑 Regulatory readiness: Proof, logs, and habits that keep you compliant and defensible🧾 Client clarity: Deliverables, timelines, and boundaries that prevent scope creep and conflict💰 Money systems: Quotes, deposits, invoices, and payment terms that do not feel awkward📤 Delivery systems: File naming, storage, backups, and a handoff process that feels premium🧰 Gear readiness: Batteries, props, firmware, redundancy, and what you must never show up without🗺️ Planning discipline: Weather, airspace, NOTAM habits, site checks, and the “do not launch” triggers🚨 Risk and liability reality: The common traps that hurt new pilots, and how to avoid them📈 The first 30 days plan: How to use this checklist to book your first jobs without chaos If you are serious about going pro, this is the episode you run before you ever accept payment. It will either give you confidence, or it will show you exactly what to fix first. Run the checklist. Close the gaps. Take money with confidence.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #LaunchChecklist #DroneBusiness #GoingPro #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #DroneCareers #MissionReady #FlySmart

    46 min
  8. S7E09: Network Without Being Weird, The “Normal Conversation” Way to Get Drone Work

    FEB 20

    S7E09: Network Without Being Weird, The “Normal Conversation” Way to Get Drone Work

    In S7E09 of Sky Commander Academy, we fix the awkward part of building a drone career: talking about what you do without sounding salesy, desperate, or like you are cornering someone at a BBQ. This episode gives you simple conversation frameworks so networking feels natural. You will learn how to explain your work in one sentence, ask better questions, and create the kind of follow-up that turns “Nice meeting you” into “Want to quote this?” In this episode:🗣️ The no-cringe opener: How to say what you do without launching into a pitch🎯 The one-sentence positioning line: A simple template that sounds normal and still signals value🧠 Talk outcomes, not drones: How to describe results so non-pilots immediately get it🔍 The curiosity method: The best questions to ask so people tell you where the real opportunities are🏗️ Story beats that stick: A quick “mission moment” story that makes you memorable without rambling📍 Context switching: How to talk differently to homeowners, small business owners, real estate, and industrial folks🤝 The soft ask: How to invite a referral or intro without putting pressure on anyone📲 The follow-up that works: What to send within 24 hours so you stay top of mind🚨 Networking mistakes that kill trust: Over-explaining, bragging, talking price too early, and asking for work too directly🚀 Turning chats into a pipeline: A simple way to track conversations and build momentum over weeks, not one-off events If you want more work, you do not need to become “a networking person.” You just need a few clean lines, a calm tone, and a habit of following up like a pro. Be clear. Be normal. Be remembered.🌐 SkyCommander.ca🎧 Listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious pilots train. #SkyCommanderAcademy #Season7 #Networking #DroneBusiness #ClientAcquisition #DroneCareers #RPASCanada #Part107 #TCAdvanced #MissionReady #FlySmart

    34 min
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Welcome to Sky Commander Academy – the elite podcast for Canada’s drone pilots. Hosted by aerial aces Sky Tracer and Ace Talon, this high-octane series from SkyCommander.ca is your command center for mastering drone flight. Start with your Basic RPAS Certificate, crush Transport Canada regs, and rise through the ranks with expert tips, tactical Q&As, and real-world mission insights. We don’t just fly—we command the skies. SkyCommander.ca – See Above. Go Beyond. Get Ahead.

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  • Creator
    SkyCommander.ca
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    320
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © SkyCommander.ca
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