Empire State of Mind
The NEW Conversation of Growth and Success in the North American Inspection Industry. Building companies with faster growth, higher profits, and more time freedom. We want you to propel growth through proven systems and models focusing on profitability and true quality of life!
Episodes
40 episodes
Crafting Excellence in Home Inspection Careers with Jesse Kennedy
Unlock the secrets to launching a successful career in the home inspection industry, as we sit down with Jesse Kennedy of Inspection Certification Associates (ICA), the training powerhouse behind over 30,000 proficient inspectors. This episode ...
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Redefining Success with Home Inspection Mogul Ian Mayer
Every journey begins with a single step, but for Ian Mayer, that step launched an empire. As we sit down with the founder of I Am Home Inspections, he shares the rollercoaster ride of emotions and events that turned a layoff into a thriving Los...
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Unleashing Potential: Virtual Assistants as the Secret Sauce to Success in Home Inspection
Do you ever wonder how three accomplished home inspection company owners transformed their operations by embracing the digital era's remote work culture? Ever thought about how you can harness the power of virtual assistants to not just keep yo...
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Cracking the Code: Matt Muscat Discusses the Power of Networking in Real Estate
Ever wondered what sets top sales professionals apart in the real estate industry? Get ready to glean some wisdom from Matt Muscat, our esteemed guest for the episode and marketing authority from Treadstone Mortgage. Matt brings to the table a ...
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Exposing the Framework: Navigating the Essentials of Home Inspection with Matthew Query
Unlock the hidden world of home inspections as I sit down with expert inspector Matthew Query, whose insights will forever change the way you view the bones of your home. Traverse the unseen layers of construction with us, as Matthew divulges h...
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Expanding Your Home Inspection Business: An Insight into Environmental Testing and Ancillary Services
Ever wondered about the environmental testing side of home inspection? We welcome Kim McDonough from EMSL Analytical Laboratories to shed some light on how these ancillary services can benefit your business. We discuss the range of services EMS...
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Tommy Mello's Five Pillars of Business Success and the Power of Mindset Marketing
Are you ready to transform your business and skyrocket your profits? We promise, you're in for an information-packed journey as we sit down with Tommy Mello, owner of A1 Garage Door, for a captivating conversation on mindset marketing and busin...
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Expanding Horizons: Hank Lobdell's Journey of Taking Home Inspection to a Beautiful Tropical Paradise
Imagine expanding your business to a tropical paradise, bringing your expertise to a place where it is much needed and appreciated. This is precisely what Hank Lobdell, owner of Radiant Property Inspection, did when he branched out to Aruba, a ...
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Remote Workforces and AI: Shaping the Home Inspection Industry
Prepare to be enlightened as we bring you an invigorating discussion with Sterling Cox and Jordan Flint, the dynamic duo behind the Inspector Call Center (ICC). We venture into the intriguing world of the home inspection industry, as Sterling a...
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Exploring the Power of Coaching Styles for Business Success and Personal Growth
Ready to explore the captivating world of coaching? Brace yourself for an insightful journey with our esteemed guest, Brandon Paternoster, an IEB coach, as we demystify the three different types of coaching styles and their unique contributions...
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56:33
Unlocking Potential through Neuroplasticity, Avoiding Outcome Bias, and Embracing AI in Business
Ever wondered how you could turn rest into a competitive advantage? What about looking at business growth as an extension of your personal growth journey? Join me and Mark Hummel, the CEO of IEB, as we traverse through the fascinating concept o...
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Pat Flynn's Visionary Journey Through Real Estate Entrepreneurship
What would you do if you found out you were about to become a parent? For our special guest, Pat Flynn, the news turned his life around, pushing him from flipping 420 houses a year to a full-time real estate career. Now, he's the proud owner of...
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Maximizing Business Efficiency: Growth Strategies and Diversification Insights from the Inspection Industry
What if your business could run as efficiently as a nuclear research facility? It's time to hear the stories of Randy, Lee, and Katie, as they share their personal experiences and growth strategies within the inspection industry. This episode i...
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40:24
Unlocking Your Zone of Genius: A Discussion with JM Ryerson
Join me for an enlightening journey that lifts the veil on the intricacies of leadership, team building, and personal growth. In this episode, I'm thrilled to have an insightful conversation with JM Ryerson, a leadership and team building exper...
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44:20
Understanding Mergers and Acquisitions in the Inspection Sector
Get ready for a fascinating journey of discovery as we navigate the complex world of the inspection industry with our seasoned expert, John Bolton. John, a 25-year veteran of the industry, shares his experience of adapting to dramatic changes f...
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Building a Business with Purpose: Insights and Strategies with Mark Hummel
Do you ever feel like you're swimming in data, yet still struggling to find clarity in your business decisions? That's what we're tackling today, as we welcome back our esteemed guest, Mark Hummel, CEO of Inspection Empire Builder. We explore t...
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Triumph Over Challenges: Mama T's Inspiring Journey to Weight Loss and Personal Transformation
Have you ever come across a story so inspiring it makes you reassess your own life? Mama T’s journey does exactly that and more. This remarkable woman transformed her life, losing 100 pounds in a year, and retiring her blood pressure medication...
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Revolutionizing the Home Inspection Industry with Spectora: Innovations, Challenges, and Opportunities
Curious about how technology could completely revolutionize the home inspection industry? Get a front-row seat as we welcome Kevin Wagstaff, Mike Wagstaff, and Megan Lefebvre from Spectora, the trailblazers who are changing the game with their ...
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58:13
Financial Lessons with Wally, Robert, Drew & Matt
Host: Matt WilliamsGuests: Wally Conway, Drew Williams, and RobertIntroduction:The podcast focuses on retirement planning and financial lessons from experienced individuals.Guests include Wally Conway, Robert, an...
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43:13
IEB After Dark: Unscripted Conversations at the UNITE Conference
Disclaimer: Please note this episode features explicit language and content that may not be suitable for all listeners. It has no relevance to our regular inspection content. Listener discretion is advised.Introduction:Welcome to ...
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41:11
Building An Empire with Harmony Brown
Host: Matt WilliamsGuest: Harmony BrownCompany: Greenworks, Dallas, TexasIntroduction:Harmony Brown, the founder and CEO of Greenworks in Dallas, Texas, is our guest today.Harmony is a pioneer in the inspe...
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53:30
Adding Commercial Inspections to your company
Introduction:Welcome to this episode of our podcast. Today we have Rob Claus, a seasoned commercial inspector with several decades of experience. In this episode, we will discuss how inspection companies can expand their services to i...
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54:06
Hanging WIth Hummel - Growth Is Everybody's Job
Introduction:Welcome to the show where we explore the mindset of growth and success. In today's episode, we have Mark Hummel, the CEO of Inspection Empire Builder. Mark is here to share his insights on why growth is everybody's job and how ...
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Thriving in Uncertainty with Wes Mast
Introduction:Welcome to the show! Today we're joined by Wes Mast, Wes is an experienced entrepreneur and business coach who has navigated many challenging situations throughout his career. In this episode, we'll explore how to not just surv...
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47:00
Building the Largest Home Inspector Association with Nick Gromicko
Introduction:Welcome to the podcast featuring our guest Nick Gromicko, the founder of InterNACHI, the largest home inspector association in the world. Nick is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author of several books on home inspections. In thi...
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