The Restoration Playbook Podcast

KnowHow
The Restoration Playbook Podcast

What tactics are today's most innovative restoration companies using to build workforces that attract new staff, retain top employees, and get the most out of every worker? The team at KnowHow just decided to ask them! In this podcast, we sit down with some of the top performers in the restoration industry and ask them how they built a world-class team culture in such a volatile industry. Like everything KnowHow does, we've geared it to be ridiculously actionable, so you can act on your learnings right away. The restoration industry is too competitive to not be constantly learning. Stand on the shoulders of giants by borrowing the playbook of today's most successful companies. Head to tryknowhow.com to help your staff get ahead.

  1. How Flexible Training Strategies Drive Learning at BluSky Restoration

    MAY 30

    How Flexible Training Strategies Drive Learning at BluSky Restoration

    Ever heard of “Semper Gumby”?—the Marine Corps mantra for staying always flexible. That mindset is Chuck Lane’s not-so-secret weapon for scaling training at BluSky Restoration, one of the biggest players in the industry. Hit play as Travis uncovers how Chuck turns curveballs into growth, building crews who learn fast, adapt faster, and keep BluSky miles ahead of the storm. Stick around to see why “being Gumby” might be the smartest leadership move you make this year. Hungry for more insights? • Join Travis on June 11th live at 1 pm EST to learn how to provide your restoration team with on-demand answers: Click Here To Register.  Subscribe to the Restoration Playbook Podcast wherever you're listening, and check out tryknowhow.com for even more interviews and resources for busy restoration leaders. • Visit randrmagonline.com to read the latest article in our monthly series with R&R Magazine, spotlighting industry leaders who are building top talent. Thanks for tuning in! About KnowHow:KnowHow is an easy-to-use, mobile-first application that helps restoration leaders rapidly onboard new hires, up-skill their workforce, and provide on-demand, expert guidance for every worker. Home to your company’s proven methods, KnowHow ensures everyone has the expertise they need to get the job done right, with time-saving features that make it a breeze to build, maintain, and translate Standard Operating Procedures.

    58 min
  2. Marcie Richardson's Blueprint for Cultivating Culture at Guarantee Restoration

    APR 28

    Marcie Richardson's Blueprint for Cultivating Culture at Guarantee Restoration

    In this episode of the Restoration Playbook Podcast, Travis sits down with Marcie Richardson, COO of Guarantee Restoration Service. Marcie shares the exact leadership moves that helped her scale across multiple offices without compromising values, consistency, or connection. From above-the-line communication to her “culture gardening” framework, Marcie breaks down how to grow people and why great leadership means knowing when to push and when to pause. Hungry for more insights? • Join Travis on May 8th live at 1 pm EST to learn how to scale multiple locations and not your headaches: Click Here To Register.  Subscribe to the Restoration Playbook Podcast wherever you're listening, and check out tryknowhow.com for even more interviews and resources for busy restoration leaders. • Visit randrmagonline.com to read the latest article in our monthly series with R&R Magazine, spotlighting industry leaders who are building top talent. Thanks for tuning in! About KnowHow:KnowHow is an easy-to-use, mobile-first application that helps restoration leaders rapidly onboard new hires, up-skill their workforce, and provide on-demand, expert guidance for every worker. Home to your company’s proven methods, KnowHow ensures everyone has the expertise they need to get the job done right, with time-saving features that make it a breeze to build, maintain, and translate Standard Operating Procedures.

    34 min
  3. From Smog to Soul: Inside Tony Scott’s Passion-First Culture At Pro-Claim

    APR 10

    From Smog to Soul: Inside Tony Scott’s Passion-First Culture At Pro-Claim

    In this episode of the Restoration Playbook Podcast, Travis sits down with Tony Scott, CEO and founder of Pro-Claim Group. Tony shares how he’s spent over 30 years building one of Canada’s most respected restoration companies—not just through operational excellence but by anchoring his team in deeply held values. He unpacks how a culture rooted in passion, purpose, and empathy has fueled innovation from the inside out, creating a company where people find meaning in the work and lead with heart. Hungry for more insights? • Join Travis on April 10th live at 1 pm EST to learn how to capture what your best people know and scale it across your entire team: Click Here To Register.  Subscribe to the Restoration Playbook Podcast wherever you're listening, and check out tryknowhow.com for even more interviews and resources for busy restoration leaders. • Visit randrmagonline.com to read the latest article in our monthly series with R&R Magazine, spotlighting industry leaders who are building top talent. Thanks for tuning in! About KnowHow:KnowHow is an easy-to-use, mobile-first application that helps restoration leaders rapidly onboard new hires, up-skill their workforce, and provide on-demand, expert guidance for every worker. Home to your company’s proven methods, KnowHow ensures everyone has the expertise they need to get the job done right, with time-saving features that make it a breeze to build, maintain, and translate Standard Operating Procedures. Learn more at https://tryknowhow.com

    41 min
  4. Becoming a Leader with Julie Johnson

    12/03/2024

    Becoming a Leader with Julie Johnson

    In this episode of the Restoration Playbook Podcast, Travis interviews Julie Johnson, former owner of Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration. To Julie, leadership is less about directing others and more about walking alongside them—showing up day in, day out, and always striving to make things better for everyone. Tune in to hear her practical advice on building a thriving restoration business. Hungry for more insights? Visit randrmagonline.com to read the latest article in a our monthly series with R&R Magazine, spotlighting industry leaders who are building top talent.Get your copy of the new book Building Leaders by the KnowHow Team at buildingleadersbook.com or check out the audiobook at http://www.tryknowhow.com/podcast/building-leaders-official-audiobook.html or search for "Building Leaders KnowHow" wherever you're listening to this episodeSubscribe to the Restoration Playbook Podcast wherever you're listening for even more interviews with top industry leaders like Ben Looper, Mark Springer, and Holly MurryThanks for tuning in! About KnowHow:KnowHow is an intuitive, mobile-first application that helps restoration leaders rapidly onboard new hires, up-skill their workforce, and provide on-demand, expert guidance for every worker. Home to your company’s proven methods, KnowHow ensures everyone has the expertise they need to get the job done right, with time-saving features that make it a breeze to build, maintain, and translate Standard Operating Procedures. Learn more at https://tryknowhow.com.

    1h 1m

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What tactics are today's most innovative restoration companies using to build workforces that attract new staff, retain top employees, and get the most out of every worker? The team at KnowHow just decided to ask them! In this podcast, we sit down with some of the top performers in the restoration industry and ask them how they built a world-class team culture in such a volatile industry. Like everything KnowHow does, we've geared it to be ridiculously actionable, so you can act on your learnings right away. The restoration industry is too competitive to not be constantly learning. Stand on the shoulders of giants by borrowing the playbook of today's most successful companies. Head to tryknowhow.com to help your staff get ahead.

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