Head Heart & Boots

If you're mid-career and wondering why the grind feels heavier, or you're trying to make peace with a shift in your role - this one’s for you. I finally understood what was really happening in my brain. That realization gave me clarity, and confidence. [00:05:27] Crystallized vs. fluid intelligence: Once you know which

Ever wonder what it really takes to build an M&A machine inside the restoration world? This week, we sit down with Jeff Moore, the guy leading the charge at ATI Restoration, to get into the weeds on what he’s learned after buying 40+ companies in five short years. We dig into: Why culture eats EBITDA for breakfast 44:0

In this episode, we get into the weeds with David Obert and Aaron Brunko to figure out what’s actually driving the dip in claim volume, and what it means for us on the ground. Spoiler: It’s not just the weather. We break down six key contributors, from deductible creep to increased competition, and dig into how AI, est

Some people build their businesses one fire at a time. Sadiq Isu builds with the end in mind, and it shows. Brandon and I sat down with Sadiq to talk about what it looks like to lead with clarity. He’s an immigrant who bought, built, and sold restoration companies, and did it on purpose. No scramble, no guesswork. Just

The Father, the Builder, the Balance - This one's personal. Chris and I sat down to talk about the real stuff behind building a business, being husbands, dads, friends—while staying ambitious. If you're in that tension too, you'll feel seen in this one. Why You Should Listen: [04:47] Building can cost more than you thi

Look—most of us in this industry have lived through tough stretches. When claim volume dries up or margins get squeezed, the gut reaction is to cut, freeze, survive. But Brandon and I are asking a better question: What if this slowdown is the wake-up call your business needed? This conversation is all about what to do