Head Heart & Boots

In the latest "Head, Heart and Boots" podcast our host, Chris, dives into a captivating solo interview with Alex Duda, the innovative CEO and founder of Albiware.  In this episode, we explore Alex's remarkable journey from transforming his family's restoration company to spearheading a Silicon Valley-backed startup. It's a tale of resilience, strategic thinking, and visionary leadership.&nbsp...

In this episode of the HEAD HEART & BOOTS podcast, Chris and Brandon explore the themes of personal and business transformation, emphasizing the importance of aligning key performance indicators (KPIs), standards, and behaviors for success. Learn how these elements help unify an organization and provide a clear path for measuring business health and individual success. Key Takeaways:   Un...

"What about the Vets", With Rod Cruce   In the latest episode of Head Heart and Boots, host Brandon delves into an engaging discussion with Rod Cruz of Trifecta Growth Institute. As a seasoned Special Forces veteran, Rod brings a wealth of experience from his military background, offering unique perspectives on leadership, adaptability, and transitioning from military to civilian life.  ...

In this episode of the "Head, Heart, and Boots" podcast, hosts Chris and Brandon delve into the complexities of personal and professional relationships, particularly focusing on the theme of interpretation and response to experiences and interactions. Episode Highlights:   The episode evolves into a rich conversation about how our perceptions and past experiences influence our professional re...

🎙️  Join Chris and Brandon as they dive into the first official episode of 2024, recorded on New Year's Eve. It's a powerful conversation that will leave you inspired to tackle the year ahead with a fresh perspective. 🌟 What’s Inside:       Back to the Mic: After a break, we're thrilled to return to the studio, bringing you insightful discussions and personal stories.   &...

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Here’s a special episode from a recent Floodlight Friday Livestream. Brandon and I dive deep into discipline, the benefit of certain disciplines for each of us, the importance of it as a leader. Check out the conversation and share it with a fellow business-owner friend.   Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the podcast please be sure to leave a   review ,   follow   the...

If you've listened to previous book club episodes with Eric and Larry, you know you're in a for a good time. There's always a lot of horsing around, and a lot of great masterminding and story-telling between the 4 of us. This book Who Not How is an awesome leadership primer and does a great job refocusing us on the importance of recruiting force multipliers into our business. In fact, it was a big...

This is our second Rabbit Trails episode- we ended up landing on time management. We also touch on ChatGPT and a few other items, podcasts. It's a good meandering chat.  Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the podcast please be sure to leave a   review ,   follow   the show (don’t forget to turn on your notifications!) and   share with a friend . Your continued suppo...

Do you ever feel like emotionally you're on thin ice? As leaders, we feel a lot of pressure to present ourselves as having everything together. We have fears, anxieties and hurts and dreams that often, no one else is aware of. Things we never share with anyone, maybe with the exception of our spouse or therapist. And yet, when we do share that stuff with other leaders or peers we trust, what we al...

Many would say we’re in an era in our industry where the primary way we’ll compete as business owners, is in our ability to attract and retain talent. And certainly recruiting partners will play a huge role in helping all of us do that.  Today we talk with Mitchell from OPS Staffing, a recruiting firm focused on the restoration industry. We talk about the state of the industry, what to expect...

This is a new show type we're experimenting with called "Rabbit Trails" where Brandon and I pull back the current, and essentially record a convo between he and I. We don't come with a pre-determined theme or topic, and we see where the Muse leads us. Then we name the theme at the end. Today's session turned into a rad conversation that ultimately kept us coming back to mindset. Let us know if you...

What's more important, knowing your customer or your product? Brandon and I tackle this, relative to our overall sales strategy and methodology, and Brandon ties in how it relates to our team members and how we develop personal relationships with our folks.  Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the podcast please be sure to leave a   review ,   follow   the show (don’t for...

In today's show we talk with Eric Newman, founder of Roc Solid Foundation, an org that serves children with pediatric cancers. The show is a masterclass in leadership! Eric is an inspiring CEO and he drops gold nugget after gold nugget. Get ready to be inspired and motivated, not just by what Roc Solid does for the world, but also how you can imitate Eric's example in your own business.  Than...

In today’s show Brandon and I talk with Angie Bruhn, an executive coach to top corporate C-suite executives. We talk about the journey of leadership, common struggles amongst top leaders, and getting our minds right in terms of how we’re leading ourselves and others.  Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the podcast please be sure to leave a   review ,   follow   the show...

This special episode with Joey Coleman was recorded immediately after his headliner keynote at The Collective by CORE 2023 event in Austin, TX.  We talk customer experience, and we get into Joey’s latest passion and the topic of his upcoming book on Empathy.  If you enjoyed our three other shows with Joey, you’ll dig this impromptu chat with him.  Joey just can’t help but drop gold...

Today’s show is essentially a dress rehearsal for the keynote speech Brandon and I recently delivered on the main stage at the Collective by CORE.  We talk about how as leaders, our reactions, attitudes, behaviors and decision-making are subconsciously anchored to events and experiences in our past.  Listen in, and learn how shining a light on these past experiences and events can increa...

In this episode, Chris and Brandon break down the value of the Restoration Checklist Meeting that our project managers conducted with homeowners and the value it had to our process, profitability and overall client experience on the recon side of the best.  How do we get more proactive and strategic with the ways we solve problems in our business, and optimize our process?  Check out the...

Today's show is a special replay from Brandon and I's last Book Club episode on Blue Collar Nation. We met to discuss my pick of the month, Leadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute. It was a challenging and provocative book, and the discussion with Eric and Larry was lively. Check it out! And read the book, it's fantastic. - Chris Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the p...

Join Brandon and I for our first "Owner Chat" shows where we interview an operator. Our first guest is Trish Wall. She and her husband Jim were Servpro Franchise of the Year recipients for 2022, and one of the fastest-growing Servpro operations in the United States.  We talk about the head stories that often plague us as owners and leaders, as well as the huge demand on us to grow personally,...

Hey friends, this is a special recast from the Blue Collar Nation podcast. We've been doing a monthly book club with them for the last few months and here's the latest installment- The Dichotomy of Leadership by Jocko Willink. Awesome leadership discussion was had by all- check out the episode and let us know what you think. - Chris  Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the podcast pleas...

A special guest episode with RIA past president, past owner of Dayspring Restoration and Co-founder of Fleet Response. We get into a lot of different topics during this chat, but I think most of all, you get a more human, intimate picture of who Mark is, where he came from, and his "why" behind the business and his involvement in RIA.  Thanks for listening!   If you enjoy the podcas...

Back by popular demand "Changing our Project Management Mindset." In this riveting episode of Head Heart & Boots, your hosts Brandon and Chris embark on a captivating journey to uncover the hidden depths of the project manager's role. Join us as we delve into the vital responsibilities, mindset, and perspectives that set these unsung heroes apart in the world of business and inn...

In this installment of the "Head Heart and Boots Podcast," Chris and Brandon explore the vital practice of "keeping short accounts" in both personal and professional settings. They initiate the discussion by explaining how adopting this principle can revolutionize relationships, enhance business dynamics, and foster personal development. They highlight its importance in sustaining healthy, open li...

In this enthralling episode of the "Head, Heart, and Boots" podcast, Chris and Brandon explore the realms of entrepreneurship, self-improvement, and the role of AI in business. They engage in a fascinating discussion with Zach Garrett of Liftify, a pioneering firm that's transforming how companies manage online reviews using AI. Zach recounts his evolution from assisting in his father's computer s...