Mission Control Podcast

In this special episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Jay Bradley from Roof Nuts gives Kris O'Connor of OConnor Contracting in Buffalo, NY, a hands-on lesson in door-to-door sales. Since Buffalo doesn't experience many major storms—mostly dealing with snow—Jay shares valuable tips on generating business through door-to-door techniques that have proven effective for many contractors. Interested i...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Eli Pacini, president of Melo Roofing in Syracuse, NY, and a proud veteran. Eli shares his journey of building Melo Roofing from the ground up, the lessons learned in managing a growing team, and the toughest challenges he's faced along the way. They explore a thought-provoking question: Is it better for your company to stand out or to excel at something specif...

In this episode of the Mission Control podcast, Mike is joined by Nick Capobianco of our esteemed partner Roofr. Nick explains in depth the many benefits Roofr can bring to the table for roofing companies and the possibilities of their instant estimator tool. They also talk about the importance of automation in any business. Later on, they discuss marketing and the simple things companies can do t...

In today's episode, Mike is joined by Mikaela Freeman & Connor Rodich of Executive Partners, which partners with roofing, solar, and trades businesses by offering executive-level expertise that empowers entrepreneurs and their teams to escape the daily grind, achieve lasting profits, and position for lucrative exits. They get in depth about how a business can achieve operational efficiency. This i...

In this episode of the Mission Control podcast, Mike sits down with Jay Bradley of Roof Nuts! Roof Nuts offers cold calling services, door 2 door lead generation, and in-depth training for roofing companies to help them close deals much faster. Jay is a true expert in his craft; he gives some amazing advice on generating/closing leads, explains the different approaches that should be taken with va...

The Mission Control Podcast has returned with a banger of an episode! Mike sits down with three titans of the roofing industry. Eric Reno, the founder of Paramount Roofing in Detroit; Austin Fricker, the owner and CEO at A. Fricker Roofing & Waterproofing in Tulsa, and Connor Rodich, the President at Executive Partners, which offers executive-level expertise to roofing, solar, and trades businesse...

In today's special episode, Mike is joined by two amazing guests: Corey Combes, the owner of SouthShore Roofing & Exteriors in Tampa, FL, and James O'Connor, a Lawyer who is a partner at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY. James has been practicing labor and employment law for the last ten years. As Corey's attorney, he has helped him navigate the world of business regulations that many new busines...

In today's episode, Mike shares some roadside wisdom on the importance of looking to the future and planning ahead with your business. Think of where you want to be in a year, two years, etc, and make sure you're putting a plan in place to be successful when you get there.   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at/quCQ5   Conta...

In today's episode, Mike is joined by Corey Combes, the founder of SouthShore Roofing & Exteriors in Tampa, Florida. Corey has built up his company from the ground up to become one of the premier roofers in Tampa. He gives some fantastic insights into how he has gotten to this point. Corey is highly knowledgeable, and the conversation includes a wealth of valuable information. Stay tuned to learn...

In today's episode, Mike is joined by guest Matthew Danskin. Matt is an entrepreneur who has played a role in many companies, such as The Building Experts Institute, Boom Institute, and Restoration Referral System, to name a few. He teaches restoration contractors how to develop productive referral relationships consistently. Matt talks about how they have stepped up the game with the production o...

In today's episode, Mike sits down with Stephen Spence, who runs Project Map It. Project Map It is an interactive map that showcases all your previous work and lets customers search by area, project category, or even product type. You can easily embed the map on your website, enhance your web presence with SEO, and show prospective customers your company's presence in their neighborhood. An extrem...

In today's episode, Mike is joined by guest Daniel Tighe. With hundreds of millions recovered and over a decade of Florida Property Damage Claim experience, Daniel's firm (Tighe PA) is Florida's leader in claims management in response to Hurricanes. They talk about how Daniel got started in the industry and go on to give insights into the ways insurance companies have changed in recent years, expo...

In this episode, Mike is joined by Matt Kulhaneck, who runs All Access Builders in Buffalo, NY. Matt previously worked in marketing for contractors before switching to contracting work himself. He gives insights into what his struggles and triumphs have been throughout his journey.   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at/quCQ...

Take something that is working and make it work better! In this episode, Mike discusses how you can improve your referral campaigns by leveraging a current job site to attract potential customers who are nearby.   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free: https://shorturl.at/quCQ5   Contact us :  takeoff@ascenddigitalexperts.com Let's Connect! ==== =...

Protect Your Time! In life, especially in business, people are going to try to take your time away from you. The onus is on you to manage your schedule and make sure you have time for yourself. In this video, Mike gives some advice on how he's done that for himself.    Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at/quCQ5   Contact us...

In this episode, Mike discusses the benefits of consistently speaking with your sales reps. Your sales reps are out daily talking to homeowners, trying to convince them to do business with you. Through this process, they'll better understand what objections, questions, or concerns prospective customers may have. You can use this information to better position your brand.   Interested in learning m...

In today's episode, Mike is joined by guest Jonathan Cater. They review a list of the top 10 best jobs in 2024 and give their thoughts on each. The list is heavily focused on the tech sector so certain jobs are not listed. Thank you for tuning in!   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at/quCQ5   Contact us :  takeoff@ascenddig...

In this episode, Mike sits down to have a discussion with Eric Reno, the founder and president of Paramount Roofing in Detroit. They go over the benefits of offering roof repair as a service and the best ways to get started with it. Eric goes on to give insights into some of the things he has learned through his many years of experience running a roofing business.   Interested in learning more abo...

In this episode, Mike discusses reciprocal referral relationships between roofing and HVAC companies. Before establishing a relationship with another company, it is important to do your research. You want to make sure you're teaming up with the right people, and these tips and tricks will help you make a decision. This benefits both parties involved and can be a great way to drum up business.   In...

In this episode, Mike discusses how he has dealt with anxiety in the past. Figure out what makes you anxious and implement habits that will help. For Mike, following a morning routine and getting his tasks done early in the day has been a great way to subdue his anxiety.   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at/quCQ5   Contact...

In this episode, Mike goes over shooting content for your business. This can be a great way to get exposure and widen your audience. It's crucial to ensure it's done the right way; putting out lousy content may negatively impact the business. Also, beware of negative comments; the internet is vast, and not everyone is so nice. There will inevitably be negative comments at some point; don't let the...

In this episode, Mike talks about false promises. Many marketing companies will promise you amazing results for a low price. Ask yourself, how much time and care would you be willing to put into something for $249 a month? When you go this route, you will inevitably end up with generic content that doesn't stand out and may even negatively impact your brand.   Interested in learning more about Roo...

In this episode, Mike talks about how data can be misleading. You may find yourself in a situation where many leads are coming through, but you notice sales are low. It's crucial to look through all of your data to determine what's not working and find out what you need to do to fix it.   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at...

In this episode, Mike talks about the importance of delegation. When starting a business, you will often want to do everything yourself. Hiring someone will cost you money, and they may not be able to do things as well as you can yourself. There gets to be a point where you are spread thin and rob yourself of time you could be working on other tasks. For this issue, Mike has an exercise where you...

In this episode, Mike asks the question of whether or not you are happy. We'll all have days when we're mad, sad, upset, anxious, or anywhere in between; it's up to you how to deal with those emotions. He goes on to give advice on how he has found happiness in his own life.   Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free:  https://shorturl.at/quCQ5   Cont...