
50 episodes

Disaster Podcaster Klark Brown
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5.0 • 10 Ratings
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A real and raw discussion on property restoration topics that vary from best practices, stories, guests, and industry trends.
Each Friday at 10am Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support
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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/
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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
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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
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S2:EP22 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
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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
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S2:EP21 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
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
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S2:EP20 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
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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
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S2:18 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
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/disaster-podcaster/support
Customer Reviews
Great Podcast
Klark is great at what he does and it shows in this podcast. His love for the industry and the people in it is uncanny. Also his love for everyone’s business and doing the right thing every-time is awesome.
Klark just gets it
Klark does such a great job with his podcast. His years of experience and easy conversational style make this podcast both a joy to listen to and very educational for the restoration contractor.
Klark is a 💎
Klark speaks from the industry to encourage professionals to raise the bar.
He has a clear passion to help entrepreneurs elevate their performance and achieve their dreams. Klark shares real world insights and lessons learned from his own experiences and working with contractors nationwide.
If you want to shorten your DANG learning curve as a restorer, give Klark a listen.