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Want EGIA’s critically acclaimed “Cracking the Code” show on the go? Every Monday, the home services industry’s must-watch weekly show brings you the guests you want to hear from, covering contracting strategies, industry news, roadmaps to success and more!

  1. −5 d

    Building AI Agents Trained on Real Contractor Conversations

    How many leads are slipping away because your team didn’t respond quickly or follow up consistently? Contractors invest heavily in generating opportunities, but even strong leads can go cold when communication is delayed or when your messaging is off. The challenge is not just automating more messages. It is creating communication that feels relevant and effective at scale. In this episode of Cracking The Code, Ryan Fenn, CEO of CHIIRP, explains how AI agents trained on real contractor conversations can help businesses improve response times, strengthen follow-up, and convert more opportunities without making the customer experience feel robotic. He breaks down how specialized agents can be trained for individual lead sources and why changing only a few words can dramatically affect customer response. Years of real communication data is helping contractors build smarter systems that support their teams and scale authentic conversations. The post Building AI Agents Trained on Real Contractor Conversations first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  2. 5 juli

    The Hiring Approach That Builds Better HVAC Teams

    You’re never going to find good employees if you keep hanging on to bad ones. It’s a simple line, but it’s the reason most HVAC companies stay stuck — hiring too fast on gut feel, then waiting far too long to admit it isn’t working. That hesitation doesn’t just cost money, it drags down your best people and stalls growth right when you need it most. In this episode of Cracking The Code, Dr. Ron Collier, President of Collier Consulting, breaks down how contractors can build stronger, more reliable teams by fixing hiring at the source. He explains why attitude and work ethic matter more than technical skill, how to sell total compensation instead of competing on hourly rate, why consistent 90-day evaluations catch problems before they become expensive, and how to spot the early warning signs of a bad fit before it costs the business tens of thousands of dollars. The post The Hiring Approach That Builds Better HVAC Teams first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  3. 28 juni

    Create Leaders Before You Scale Your HVAC Business

    As your HVAC business grows, the same leadership approach that got you started can quickly become the thing holding you back. When every decision runs through the owner and team members are not empowered to lead, growth stalls, priorities get lost and the business becomes harder to manage. In this episode of Cracking The Code, Geno Gruber, President of ProfitsUP Inc., explains why contractors need to develop leaders before they scale. He shares how to identify when the owner has become the bottleneck, empower employees to make decisions, use mistakes as learning opportunities and build a leadership team capable of moving the business forward. The post Create Leaders Before You Scale Your HVAC Business first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  4. 21 juni

    Building an Unmatched HVAC Sales Experience

    In a crowded HVAC market, customers hear a lot of the same promises: better price, better brand, better warranty. But to truly stand out you have to a unique value proposition and create an experience that feels completely different from the start. In this episode Russ Horrocks, Vice President of Flow Odyssey, explains how contractors can become the “category of one” in their market by creating an HVAC sales experience no competitor can match. He shares how tools, diagnostics and clear communication help make comfort issues visible, build trust with homeowners, and show why your company is the right choice. The post Building an Unmatched HVAC Sales Experience first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  5. 14 juni

    How HVAC Contractors Build Loyalty & Referrals

    When customers say, “I’ve got a guy,” they are revealing this person is trustworthy. For contractors, the real question is whether customers see you as just another quote, or as the company they call first and recommend without hesitation. In this episode of Cracking the Code, Tom Casey, Master Advisor at True Legends Advisors, joins the show to break down what really drives customer loyalty and referrals. He explains why homeowners look for trust signals before making decisions, how contractors can move from being evaluated to becoming the default choice and why long-term growth depends on building relationships customers want to talk about. The post How HVAC Contractors Build Loyalty & Referrals first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  6. 7 juni

    Stop Selling Equipment and Start Selling Outcomes

    Are your sales focused on the outcome a homeowner really wants, or just selling equipment? When contractors lead with the box, brand or price, customers can miss the bigger picture: comfort, efficiency, safety, system performance and long-term peace of mind. In this episode of Cracking the Code, Drew Cameron President & Founder, Flow Odyssey, explains how a stronger diagnostic process helps homeowners understand what really needs to be addressed in their home. He breaks down how to make comfort issues visible, communicate value beyond the equipment and build the trust needed to help homeowners make confident decisions that lead to stronger closes. The post Stop Selling Equipment and Start Selling Outcomes first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  7. 31 maj

    What HVAC Techs Need to Win More Work

    How often are your technicians quoting work before the customer understands why it matters? When techs rely on jargon-heavy explanations or quote work before building value, homeowners can push back or walk away without seeing why the repair matters. In this episode of Cracking the Code, Russ Horrocks shares lessons from the road after working directly with HVAC technicians and comfort advisors in the field. He explains why customer trust starts with clear communication, how technicians can make recommendations easier for homeowners to understand and why building value before quoting work is critical to protecting your reputation and building long-term satisfied customers. The post What HVAC Techs Need to Win More Work first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

  8. 24 maj

    The 3 Cs Every HVAC Leader Needs

    What happens when your team is working hard, but not working from the same playbook? Without clear goals and consistent communication, even good technicians can default to the easiest path instead of the best one for the business. In this episode of Cracking the Code, Contractor University business coach John Winn, shares how lessons from business leadership, financial management and coaching shaped his approach to leading HVAC teams. He breaks down why communication with clarity and consistency matters, how daily goals create accountability and how owners can help their team see the bigger picture behind the work. The post The 3 Cs Every HVAC Leader Needs first appeared on My Contractor University | Dashboard.

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Want EGIA’s critically acclaimed “Cracking the Code” show on the go? Every Monday, the home services industry’s must-watch weekly show brings you the guests you want to hear from, covering contracting strategies, industry news, roadmaps to success and more!

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    Contractor University Powered by EGIA
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    2017 - 2026
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