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Home inspection & real estate trends, tips and tools to help the modern home inspector grow and run a successful business. Learn more about Spectora at https://www.spectora.com
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Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Sheehan, owner of Blipp Reviews and Onsite home inspections has an inspirational story that we all can be humbled by hearing. And for those of you that have come from less than ideal circumstances, then you'll really like part 1 of this 2 part interview!
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https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Thursday Jan 16, 2020
Thursday Jan 16, 2020
We've spoken to Christian a couple times over the years and we've always liked his no-nonsense approach to business. He's a straight shooter with a great product and that's why we're integrating with his company, Repair Pricer.
Christian has the experience as an agent, which is important because like me, he knows what homebuyers ask of us. And it's "how much will these items in the home inspection report cost?". So he went out and solved it.
We also chat about ways inspectors can market this tool, common objections and other home inspector and realtor related topics. We hope you enjoy it!
If you want to learn more about RepairPricer, you can get in touch at their website, https://www.repairpricer.com/.
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Companies mentioned and shout outs:
Gordon Fox of Fox Inspection Group
Hedderman Engineering
Amerispec
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Kari Cheek grew up with 4 brothers so it's never been out of the ordinary for her to try anything and be comfortable in her own skin. The owner of Rosie Home Inspections is a breath of fresh air in our industry. She has grown her business the right way, with old school kill em with kindness customer service and showing agents value by giving them time back.
Ironically, she came across Spectora by reading an interview on other women making an impact in the industry. Now she is one of them!
We can all learn a lot from business owners like Kari. She shows that having a passion for what you do and showing true empathy makes for a special business. And she has big plans for the future.
If you want to reach out to Kari, you can find her at her website -> https://www.rosiehomeinspections.com/contact---schedule-appointment.html
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Tim Wojnar has taken the leap to becoming a multi-inspector company and it wasn't an easy one. He grinded out working nights and weekends and made some mistakes along the way. As a former engineer, Tim takes a very pragmatic approach to growing the business. Hire and delegate so he can keep growing the business.
He also shares one of his favorite books and a great story about how he found us here at Spectora.
You can find Tim at his beautiful website, or email him: tim@homeinspectiongeeks.com
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
Mel Edwards just went to where the agents were to grow his business - open houses. When he wasn't teaching or coaching middle school football, he spent his early time dropping by open houses, chatting up agents and getting business cards. This has served him very well as he is busier than ever in year 2.
We talk about confidence, juggling a part-time job with inspecting homes and how he wants a network of inspectors to lean on to learn how to grow!
If you want to get in touch with Mel, shoot him an email at thihomeinspector@gmail.com or find him at his website, https://www.thihomeinspector.com
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Monday Oct 28, 2019
Monday Oct 28, 2019
Sometimes a business can grow from pure luck and random interactions. Sometimes it's from your own attitude towards people. For Kevin Ninnis, it was all the above.
Kevin is a brand new home inspector. He happened to know a Realtor that happened to show his Spectora report to her new broker class. They all happened to start using Kevin. This all can't be luck.
Whether you're thinking about getting into the home inspection business, already started and struggling to gain traction or an experienced inspector wanting to hear how hungry this new class of inspectors are - this is a good episode for you.
Kevin drops his cell at the end of this episode, so that shows you how much he likes networking. You can reach him in the following ways, and at his soon to be built Spectora website :)
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Andrew Sams holds a special place in our hearts. We met him at a coffee shop about 3 years ago and told him our vision for Spectora. He told us his vision for Alpine Building Performance. Both are off to a good start.
Andrew is in this business for the right reasons. And his results show it. He is a self-proclaimed "energy and building nerd" and will talk to you all day about it. That energy and passion shows to his clients and agents and might be why he has 137 5-star Google Reviews.
One of those agents that noticed that was Richie Averill of The Knoll Team. Richie is a sharp, client-friendly agent in Denver who just does right by his clients. He understands emotional intelligence and likes to see that from the team he recommends. I loved hearing him speak candidly about what's important to him and how home inspectors can add value to their team.
This is what connected these two and the rest is history.
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Thursday Aug 22, 2019
Thursday Aug 22, 2019
Chuck Blakeman's resume speaks for itself.
He isn't a home inspector (although he has worked with some) and that is exactly why we should all listen to him. He's seen hundreds of different types of businesses and consulted on more. I am most of the way through his book and I gotta say, it's caused me to take a fresh look at how we do things at Spectora and how to challenge myself to be a better business owner.
I hope each of you take the time to check out some of his resources. They are thought provoking and I think there is something each of us can take from his work.
https://www.inc.com/author/chuck-blakeman
https://www.cranksetgroup.com/
http://makingmoneyiskillingyourbusiness.com/
http://whyemployeesarealwaysabadidea.com/
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Monday Aug 19, 2019
Monday Aug 19, 2019
I knew this would be the title as soon as he said it. It's perfect and sums up exactly how he views his blogging and content marketing efforts. And boy has it paid off.
Reuben Saltzman runs a 30-person inspection company up in Minnesota, Structure Tech. And he still finds time to blog. In fact he schedules himself off of home inspections to write. That's how important it is. And it's changed his business from the beginning.
We talk about his humble beginnings as a home inspector/blogger, his surprising most popular article to date, and his company's unique interview style. This one is great for single inspector companies all the way up to multis.
Here are some of the books we mention in the episode:
How to Win Friends and Influence People
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Thursday Aug 08, 2019
Thursday Aug 08, 2019
John Robinson is all about family and working until the mission is complete.
We met John at the ASHI conference in his hometown of San Diego, CA. He was quiet but fun and energetic. He is now a Spectorian and (we don't pay him by the way) he'll tell you all about it!
It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know John and his team. They are warm, professional and very driven to be the best. It's very clear that they are getting to where they are going just by talking to them. From their interview process to the way they handle agents and clients, it's all top-notch and high-quality.
They also have crafted the life and freedom that every business-owner should have. Fishing trips to Alaska is what gets John really excited. We hope you enjoy this long, winding conversation with one of the top dogs in SoCal and in the industry!
You can reach John via his website -> https://home-inspector-san-diego.com/
If you're enjoying these interviews, let us know with a review!
You can also subscribe to Spectora Spotlight to get notified when new episodes drop - iTunes, Google Play, Podbean, Overcast, etc. You can also check out more interviews at the links below!
https://spectora.podbean.com/
https://www.spectora.com/r/spectora-spotlight/
https://www.youtube.com/spectora
To learn more about Spectora Home Inspection Software, follow the link!
If you have a recommendation for a guest, email Kevin@Spectora.com and we'll see if we can make it happen!