Michael Stearns
Mission Control Podcast
Welcome to the Mission Control Podcast! Your host, Michael Stearns has many years in the digital marketing business, so he has plenty of wins & failures to share on the show.
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Jun 15, 2026
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Episodes
Evolving Purpose in Contracting with Mike Claudio of WinRate Consulting 08.06.2023 1:05:29
On today's episode, Mike has on Mike Claudio with WinRate Consulting. Mike has stood out as a leader in the industry by bringing his honesty and innovative strategies. The guys dive into the basics of running profitable projects, finding unwanted holes in your business, sustainably, managing and filtering employees, and seeing voids in your business! Interested in learning more about Roofr? Ge...
Nightclub Owner to Roof Nuts, How Jay Bradley is Innovating Roofing Sales Leads 31.05.2023 42:57
On today's episode, Mike has on Jay Bradley of Roof Nuts. After working and owning nightclubs for years, Jay found himself in a pinch after the news of his mother becoming sick. He dropped everything and moved down to be closer to her. After coming across a roofing sales door knocking job, he found a void in the roofing leads sales aspect of the industry. That's when he created Roof Nuts, a lead c...
What Roofers Need to Know About Marketing Asked by Nicholas Capobianco of Roofr 25.05.2023 1:43:36
On today's episode of the Mission Control Podcast, we're flipin roles! Mike sits in the hot seat where Nick Capobianco of Roofr interviews Mike! Nick Capobianco is a Project Consultant & Account Executive Team Lead for Roofr for over 6 years. Nick asks Mike the questions as a roofer himself! Nick's family owns a roofing contracting business, so he is asking ALL the questions every contractor wants...
Systems, Processes & Accountability = 💰 18.05.2023 12:18
Leading a team of sales reps doesn't have to be complicated. If you implement the right systems & processes, have the right people in the right seats, and have the right CRM's, everything should speak for itself! In this solo episode, Mike dives into how your sales reps need a leader! Without leadership, things get unorganized and your business is the one missing out on opportunity. Contac...
How to Build a Successful Roofing Company Starting in 2023 [5 Actions We Would Implement] | Ben Morrow of Roof Tiger 11.05.2023 18:58
On this episode, Mike has on Ben Morrow of Roof Tiger. The guys dive into how branding, standing out, and word of mouth can help grow your roofing business in the best ways! Ben & Mike share their TOP 5 Draft best things a roofing company could do to start their business off right! Contact us : takeoff@ascenddigitalexperts.com Let's Connect! ==== ==== ==== Website: https://bit.ly/3NQXX...
The Future of Roofing Estimates with Travis Harvego of Roofle 04.05.2023 1:01:22
On this episode, Mike has on Travis Harvego from Roofle. The guys discuss the future of estimates! Travis worked his way up in the contracting industry for over 10 years, so he knows what contractors need! That's what led him to start a software that generates roofing estimates right on the website of the roofing contractors. Roofle allows you to get high-quality leads and sales of customers who...
2023 Roofing Report - Where the Roofing Industry is and How to Stand Out in A Saturated Market 27.04.2023 39:50
On this episode, Mike has on Corey Combes of SouthShore roofing! The guys go over what's becoming of the roofing industry and where the guys would like to see it go. They deep dive into sales, marketing, production, labor, and the roofing industry overall! They discuss how front-end marketing work is so different from actual construction. A huge aspect of the discussion is how to sell to custom...
From Ownership to Sales Training Consultant, How Chuck Allen is Taking the Roofing Industry by Storm 20.04.2023 41:48
On this episode, Mike has on Chuck Allen. Chuck has been a roof sales expert from day one! He knows the ins & outs of all aspects a sales rep would want to know! He recently moved to Business 411, which helps roofing and home service businesses scale! Mike & Chuck talk all things roofing, sales,Building a roofing company from the ground up, boxing, & golfing!
Starting a Roofing Company with $2,000 with Anthony Markgraf of Clear Cut Xteriors 13.04.2023 47:28
On this episode, Mike has on Anthony Markgraf of Clear Cut Xteriors. Anthony started off in a standord 9-5 life when he was given the opportunity to join a sales team. It was all history from there where he then he started Clear Cut Xteriors in 2019. Anthony shares how he has learned from taking opportunities, life lessons, & taking risks with himself and in business. Anthony & Mike dive in...
The Evolution & Future of the Contracting Industry with Jordan Harrison 06.04.2023 54:24
On this episode, Mike has on Jordan Harrison for round two! The guys talk about content creation and its evolution of it into 2023. If you have been struggling with your content, no worries! Mike & the content expert, Jordan, go over everything from what it should look like to be generating valuable ideas! Mike & Jordan deep dive into how the Blue Collar industry is evolving, especially in 2023...
How Austin Blomquist got from 0 to 200K Tiktok Followers with His Roofing Business 30.03.2023 42:22
On this episode, Mike has on Austin Blomquist. Austin's focus in the contracting industry is eliminating the guess work for contractors and finding the most innovative and efficient way possible for contractors to get things done! Austin has grown his social media presence significantly in the contracting industry! Austin shares with us how he does it and what you can implement into your branding...
Roofing Sales Training with The Roof Strategist Adam Bensman 23.03.2023 1:00:45
On this episode, Mike has on Adam Bensman of Roof Strategist to discuss the strategies and processes behind successful roofing sales. This includes all things about situational talking, creating content for your audience, sales copy, effective communication, and the psychology of people. They guys also talk about to always be improving themselves, trying new things, and being an industry leader...
From Loosing Job to Emerging Construction Business, How Aaron Schwarz Started Reign Construction From the Ground Up 16.03.2023 44:05
On this episode, Mike has on Aaron Schwarz of Reign Construction. Aaron is up & coming in the industry. He worked for several years in the oil industry until Covid hit and turned his time in the industry upside down. After losing his job, he took the time to take his experience with working with large-scale plans, and found himself in roofing. Aaron shares his humble farming beginnings, his deta...
Becoming an Industry Leader with RoofCon's President, Diego Dante 09.03.2023 55:07
On this episode, Mike has on Diego Dante. Diego has a powerful connection with the widely known RoofCon/Roofing.com as he leds the team as President. He also started his own roofing company, Roofers, LLC. Diego shares his humble beginnings, connecting with like minded industry leaders, his marketing expertise, launching new marketing tactics, innovating the industry, and giving back to the roofin...
Mastering Roofing Sales with Dashaun Bryant of Roof Hustlers 02.03.2023 5:23
On this episode, Mike has on Dashaun Bryant, founder of Roof Hustlers. The guys discuss everything about roofing sales! Dashaun is a born salesman and knows every trick of the trade. They go into every approach and possible scenario that you could run into while selling. Let's Connect! ==== ==== ==== Website: https://bit.ly/3NQXXKK Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xH8VaT Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3RWTSy...
Optimizing Productivity in The Contracting Industry with Reggie Brock of Beacon Building Products 27.02.2023 12:49
On todays bonus episode, Mike has on Reggie Brock, national account manager at Beacon Building Products. Reggie is heavily involved in the home improvement & hardware retail industry. He shares his experience and research on how to live everyday optimally and fulfilled! Specifically Mike & Reggie focus on personal crossing over with professional and how the two affect each other. Let's Conne...
Optimizing Contractor Sales with Business Sales Expert, Chuck Thokey 23.02.2023 1:39:39
Mike has on Chuck Thokey. Chuck is a business consultant and sales coach with more than a decade of experience working with some of the largest home improvement companies to optimize and grow their sales and marketing teams. Chuck was an aerospace engineer, dabbed into acting, but has now built multiple successful sales teams. Mike & Chuck talk about everything from personal life, ADD, best sal...
Roofing Insurance Claims : What Roofing Contractors Need to Know About Concurrent Causation 18.02.2023 12:31
On this spontaneous episode, Mike has on Matt Mulholland, a public adjuster. Matt teaches us all about concurrent causation in the roofing industry! Matt explains it as two causes of loss at the same time, regardless that they act on the same loss for a property. This has an obvious conflict with insurance adjusters and coverage. Matt goes into how to identify and see if it is a covered loss, in...
Leveraging Roof Rejuvenation with Jon Broce of Ugly Roof 16.02.2023 1:22:24
On this episode, Mike has on Jon Broce Jon is the co-founder at Ugly Roof. Ugly Roof is a roof rejuvenation that leverages roof repairs instead of a whole new roof. Jon has been in the roofing industry since day 1! From there, he started multiple business ventures structured within the industry. Working within that, he found a missing gap within the industry. Jon and his business partner, Ty Me...
Upholding Standards in the Roofing Industry with Public Insurance Adjuster, Cam Wade 09.02.2023 1:16:39
Mike has on Cam Wade this week! Cam found his way to being a Public Insurance Adjuster after having a background in sales, marketing & storm restoration. He protects contractors & homeowners from insurance agents taking advantage from victims of roofing damage. Mike & Cam talk about childhood, overcoming many obstacles and how life lessons get you to where you need to be. Contact us!...
How AI is Revolutionizing the Roofing Industry with Ryan Fontaine of RoofHawk 03.02.2023 17:32
Mike has on Ryan Fontaine of RoofHawk on the show! Ryan is INNOVATING the roofing industry with his AI technology which allows our technology to speak to us! RoofHawk enables the process of a roof inspection to be more accessible, safer, and more efficient. RoofHawk's AI has a drone to fly over a roof, instantly find damage, and communicates that back to the roofer for a seamless inspection with...
Innovating the Contracting Industry with Industry Leader Dmitry Lipinskiy 02.02.2023 1:48:55
On this episode, Mike has on Dmitry Lipinskiy, Chief Executive Officer of Directorii Dmitry truly understands what contractors and homeowners want. He helps the biggest brands in the construction industry understand and reach their right audience. Dmitry is a top innovative leader in the industry. He has changed the game and connected manufacturers, contractors & homeowners to benefit everyon...
From MLM to Roofing, How Heather Hitchcock of Royal Roofing is Tearing Up the Industry 26.01.2023 1:09:14
On this episode, Mike has on Heather Hitchcock. Heather started as a gym owner and a top MLM performer within the whole company. In this episode, Heather is an OPEN BOOK regarding how she got started in roofing, her mission, her mistakes, and her overall growth of how she grew Royal Roofing to what it is today. Heather & Mike dive into how it's ok to not have answers, connecting with like-minded...
Growing Roofing Companies with a HealthCare Business Model, How Dylan McCabe is innovating the Industry 19.01.2023 1:16:36
On this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike has on Dylan McCabe. Dylan started his own roofing specific buying group after working in the healthcare industry with the same model. He found that he could apply the missing aspect to the roofing industry that worked so well in the healthcare industry. Dylan & Mike go over work culture, mindset, creating opportunities, and the power of belie...
Marketing Roofing by Using Payments & Financing in 2023 with Chris Scoville 12.01.2023 1:07:29
On this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike has on Chris Scoville, an expert in implementing & marketing payments within your roofing business. Chris shares his expertise in the industry, which includes implementing financing, promotion, sales, and monthly payments & the benefits of it all. Chris & Mike dive into all other aspects of the industry, like marketing, branding, and creating...
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