Superpro Podcast

• Kimberly’s Crazy Superpower

  Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, discusses entrepreneurship with Kimberly Sevilla, the founder of Shelter Air. Kimberly shares her journey from working as a guide in whitewater rafting to the world of HVAC, her strategies for rapid business growth, and the importance of community engagement. (It runs from local farm stands to large conferences.) She lays out the challenges of cash flow management, the significance of setting clear business goals, and how technology plays a crucial role in her operations. It’s all about the backbone. Kimberly also emphasizes the importance of empowering women in the trades and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Sign up for Housecall Pro: https://bit.ly/3G6SKAAWant to learn more about Kimberly or follow their journey? Check them out here:WebsiteInstagramFacebook

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• Cheat Notes from the Professor

  Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, sat down with Scott Larson, the founder of Lake-Sumter Dryer Vent Cleaning. Scott shares his unusual journey from working as an adjunct college professor to starting his own dryer vent cleaning business during the pandemic. He discusses the importance of addressing safety issues related to dryer fires, effective marketing strategies, and the role of AI in enhancing business operations. Scott also emphasizes the significance of building credibility through customer reviews and the benefits of service plans for customer retention. Learn how Housecall Pro has contributed to Scott's success.Sign up for Housecall Pro: https://bit.ly/3G6SKAAWant to learn more about Scott or follow their journey? Check them out here:WebsiteFacebook

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• Tips from a Master Craftsman

  Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, talks home service ownership with Aaron Wozencraft, the founder of Omnicraft Home Comfort. Aaron shares his roots in the construction industry and how it led him to start his own business in Champagne, Illinois. He discusses leveraging home warranties for growth, the importance of communication, value of after-hours availability, and the significance of community support. Aaron emphasizes the need to challenge yourself for growth and highlights underrated features of Housecall Pro that help make his business even more efficient. Sign up for Housecall Pro: https://bit.ly/3G6SKAAWant to learn more about Aaron or follow their journey? Check them out here:InstagramFacebook

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• Building a Growth Engine

  Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, discusses overcoming challenges and growing business with Joe Pruitt, founder of Pruitt Mechanical Services. Joe shares his origins as an electrician and what led him to start his own business in 2009. He also hits on his time installing appliances for Sears… as many as four units a day. Joe lays out hiring strategies and finding the best techs, pricing, how to track what’s actually working, getting more referrals, marketing investments, and community involvement. And speaking of community involvement, don’t miss the high school football game sponsorship idea he pulled off. See how Housecall Pro has helped Pruitt Mechanical become a three trade company. Sign up for Housecall Pro: https://bit.ly/3G6SKAAWant to learn more about Joe or follow their journey? Check them out here:WebsiteInstagramFacebook

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• A Military Firefighter Growing Business

  Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro sits down with Bret Martine, owner of Rescue Air and Heat in Cocoa Beach, FL. Bret shares how he juggles his service as a firefighter, deployments in the military, and growing a flourishing business in the HVAC industry. He discusses the operational strategies that have led to significant growth, the importance of branding and marketing, and how technology has streamlined his business processes. He also addresses the challenges of running a home service business including Bluon integration, the ins and outs of branding, hiring and firing, networking, clear goals, and self-care. This is a must watch for aspiring entrepreneurs.Sign up for Housecall Pro: https://bit.ly/3G6SKAAWant to learn more about Bret or follow their journey? Check them out here:WebsiteInstagramFacebook

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