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Roofing Success

Jim Ahlin

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 316

The Roofing Success Podcast is a show created to inspire roofing contractors to achieve optimal success in their roofing businesses. The host, Jim Ahlin, is the co-author of the book, "Internet Marketing For Roofing Contractors, How to TRIPLE Your Sales and Turn Your Roofing Website Into an Online Lead Generation Machine", and Co-Founder of Roofer Marketers, the Digital Marketing Agency for the roofing industry. On each episode, Jim will be sitting down with industry leaders to talk about their processes, the lessons they learned, and how to find success in roofing.

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How a 26-Year-Old Grew a Multi-Million Dollar Roofing Business in 3 Years with Ian Smith

Episode 224

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 • Duration 01:01:33

What does it take to grow a roofing business from scratch to millions in revenue in just three years? Ian Smith of Omega Exteriors shares his journey of grit, resilience, and strategic thinking. Starting at 23, Ian overcame personal loss, financial setbacks, and the challenges of youth to build a thriving company.

In this episode, Ian reveals:
- The mindset that fueled his success at a young age.
- How he recruited and empowered a winning team.
- The importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and company culture.
- How to adapt and grow even in a tough market.

Whether you’re a startup owner, a sales leader, or a roofing pro looking to scale, Ian’s insights will inspire you to think bigger and work smarter.

🔗 https://www.omega-exteriors.com

🤖 Have a question? Ask this customized ChatGPT for the answer! Specifically designed for this episode, it’s here to help! https://roofingpod.com/chatgpt-224

Resources & Links:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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ChatGPT Takes Over the Roofing Success Podcast: An Unbelievable Interview with Jim Ahlin

Episode 223

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 • Duration 32:15

In this episode, ChatGPT interviews Jim Ahlin. No prescripted questions or answered, just Jim talking with AI...you have to listen!

Ever wondered how a simple truck wrap can morph into a marketing powerhouse for your roofing business? We've got seasoned roofing marketing expert Jim O'Lean on the show to break it all down. From his early days in real estate and contracting to becoming a pivotal figure in roofing, Jim shares his wealth of knowledge on creating an omnipresent marketing strategy. Learn how to blend short-term wins with long-term growth by integrating SEO, social media, and even traditional advertising methods like billboards. Jim offers a balanced approach that ensures both immediate revenue flow and a strong market presence.

But that's not all—Jim also dives into the often-overlooked role of marketing culture within your business. Discover why targeting not just prospective and past customers, but also your current employees, can propel your growth. Jim's insights from starting the Roofing Success Podcast are eye-opening, revealing how embracing daily challenges can build resilience. To wrap up, we invite you to connect with us through our website and the Roofing Success Facebook group. Tune in for a treasure trove of actionable tips that can skyrocket your roofing business.

Resources & Links:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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The Importance of Sales Leadership in Growing a Roofing Business with Ryan Groth

Episode 214

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 • Duration 53:34

In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, Jim Ahlin interviews Ryan Groth from Sales Transformation Group. They discuss the importance of sales leadership in growing a roofing business and the different skills required to transition from a sales rep to a sales manager. Ryan emphasizes the role of coaching, holding people accountable, motivating and inspiring the team, and recruiting new talent.

They also discuss the importance of defining the championship and setting goals for the team. Metrics such as sales goals, activity levels, and revenue targets are key indicators of success. In this part of the conversation, Ryan Groth discusses key performance indicators (KPIs) for sales teams in the roofing industry. He mentions leading and lagging indicators, effort-based and result-based metrics, and specific KPIs such as door knocks, appointments set, proposals delivered, and sales made. He also emphasizes the importance of tracking meetings with referral partners and account development meetings with existing clients. Ryan highlights the significance of forecasting and setting targets, as well as the role of culture and leadership in retaining talented salespeople. He concludes by discussing the importance of maximizing existing relationships and asking for referrals.

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Sales leadership is crucial for the growth of a roofing business.
Transitioning from a sales rep to a sales manager requires different skills, including coaching, accountability, motivation, and recruitment.
Defining the championship and setting goals are important for motivating the team.
Metrics such as sales goals, activity levels, and revenue targets are key indicators of success. Key performance indicators (KPIs) for sales teams in the roofing industry include door knocks, appointments set, proposals delivered, and sales made.
Tracking meetings with referral partners and account development meetings with existing clients is important for building a strong pipeline and expanding accounts.
Forecasting and setting targets can make growth more predictable and attractive to potential buyers or investors.
Culture and leadership play a crucial role in retaining talented salespeople and creating a positive work environment.
Maximizing existing relationships and asking for referrals can lead to more effective sales and business growth.

124: How an Obsession With Customers Leads to a $40M Roofing Machine with Martin Pettigrew

Tuesday, November 8, 2022 • Duration 01:10:06

Martin is a native of Quebec who graduated from Saint Francis University in Loreto, Pennsylvania. It was there that he was scouted to play golf in the NCAA Division 1. After graduation, he decided to put aside his golfing dreams to pursue a business ownership opportunity. Martin launched Monarch Roofing in 2007. Since then, he has immersed himself in achieving the highest and most prestigious certifications in the roofing industry, creating valuable partnerships with the largest roofing manufacturers in the world: GAF & Durolast. Martin was also the first roofing contractor to be named the President of the Horry-Georgetown Home Builders Association in 2017.On this episode, we talk about why having an obsession with customers can lead to a very successful roofing company.

Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-pettigrew-0069385b

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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123: Struggles and Triumphs of Running a Roofing Company with Dustin Cates

Tuesday, November 1, 2022 • Duration 53:13

Dustin Cates is the founder of 3 Kings Roofing, LLC, which was established in 2010. Dustin was in sales and marketing his entire life. As he was inbetween jobs, he interviewed with some roofing companies (never being in the roofing industry), and was skeptical at first. Dustin ended up in Firehouse Subs, and he saw a young man who had a roofing truck outside and it drew his attention. He called his brothers and mentioned about starting a roofing business. Over a decade later, Dustin is seen as an incredible leader and success story in the roofing industry. On this episode we talk about the struggles and triumphs of running a roofing company.

Links: https://www.3kingsroofing.com

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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122: How to Build a Strong Foundation for Your Roofing Business with Curtis Eshghy

Tuesday, October 25, 2022 • Duration 59:17

Curtis Eshghy, Owner and President of C&N Construction Inc is born and raised in the Chicago suburbs. He got into the roofing industry because a friend offered him a job working as a door-to-door salesman, and from there he learned a lot about the industry and what NOT to do. He decided to apply what he learned with his own ambitions and create C&N Construction in 2015, nearly 8 years ago. C&N Construction is a Top 100 Roofing Contractor. The company is different from others because they put integrity over profit and they always promote from within. C&N is very proud of the team/family that they’ve built and attributes much of its success to the people that are on the team and have grown along with the company over the years. Other than working in construction, Curtis has a rap music label, Syndicate Music Group which he started in 2019. He is also a proud father of an 8-year-old who is his main source of motivation. On this episode, we talk about the importance of building a strong foundation for your roofing business.

Links: https://cnroofs.com

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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121: The Top Reasons Roofing Companies Fail with Chris Baldus

Tuesday, October 18, 2022 • Duration 01:00:05

Chris Baldus, co-owner of Ridgeline Roofing & Restoration, previously worked as a manager at Lowes. While he was working there, he met some guys that would eventually recruit him as a sales rep for their roofing business. Chris succeeded as a sales rep and was asked to run a division up North. Scott, co-owner of Ridgeline is a 3rd generation roofer and Chris’s best friend since kindergarten. Chris asked Scott to work for the company as the operations manager. 10 years later, in 2010, Chris and Scott decided it was time for something different and opened the doors at Ridgeline Roofing & Restoration. Ridgeline Roofing and Restoration was founded on the principles of fast, friendly service, fair prices, and quality workmanship. These principles have allowed the company to become one of the most trusted roofing and restoration companies in the Southeast. Ridelines serves Birmingham and Huntsville, AL, Nashville, TN, and the surrounding areas.

On this episode we talk about reasons why roofing companies might fail.

Links:https://www.ridgeline-roofing.com

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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120: Why Knowing the Capacity of Your Roofing Business Is Essential with Lauren Marsh

Tuesday, October 11, 2022 • Duration 54:08

Lauren Marsh owns Ridgeline Construction HSV, Inc. along with her husband Terry. Lauren left her career as a homemaker and dance teacher to see the vision through and is now the president of the company. Because she also had worked for a local homebuilder, it was a field she was eager to enter again. Since partnering with her husband, Lauren has acquired an Alabama Homebuilders License, Alabama General Contractors License, Florida Certified Roofing Contractors License, Mississippi Residential Builders License, and Tennessee Contractors License. She is also in the process of adding Specialty Structure to her Florida license. Under her leadership, Ridgeline is now a Certified Minority Woman-Owned Business.Terry and Lauren enjoy being members of Athens First United Methodist Church, where Lauren serves as Sunday School teacher. They also enjoy spending time with family, hunting, fishing, and boating. They currently live in the Athens area with their four children, Lili-Grace, Weston, Truett, and Anniston.

On this episode we talk about capacity in your roofing business and why it’s essential.

Links: https://ridgelineconstructionhsv.com

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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119: Key Tactics for Roofers to Boost Their Social Media Strategy with Andrew Itnyre

Tuesday, October 4, 2022 • Duration 55:33

Andrew Itnyre is a Roof Education Specialist at Masters Roofing. Masters Roofing is family owned and operated since 2008. Andrew has built a large following on Instagram and has made this his primary source of generating leads.He believes that there is a lot of opportunity for roofing contractors and roofing salespeople through social media.

On this episode, we talk about tactics that will help roofing contractors boost their social media strategy.

Links:https://www.instagram.com/mastersroofing.memphis

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review!I would love to hear your feedback, pros & cons!Please leave us a review!

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118: How to Go From Roofer to Business Owner with Andrew Keys

Tuesday, September 27, 2022 • Duration 48:30

Andrew (Andy) Keys is the owner of FoxHaven Roofing Group. The company was started with the vision and intention to be the best Roofing Contractor in the area. They believe that the only way to fulfill this vision is by putting customers and employees first in everything they do. FoxHaven Roofing’s 5 Star Reviews speak for themselves; they have mastered the art of delivering an excellent customer experience. The Roofing Expertise comes from constant communication, efficient project completion, beautiful craftsmanship, and family first atmosphere. The company believes that it is not possible to please customers without simultaneously pleasing employees.The company is very proud of the tight-knit family of roofing professionals they have been able to build over time. FoxHaven Roofing Group has very little employee turnover, which is certainly an outlier in the roofing industry. FoxHaven Roofing has a company culture of bringing each other up and moving forward together. Customers are always impressed at how close and friendly the entire team is. FoxHaven’s aim has always been to create its own family first. Then serve the customers. On this episode we talk about transitioning from a roofer to a business owner.

Links: https://www.facebook.com/foxhavenroofing

Resources:
🤝 Join The Roofing & Solar Reform Alliance: http://roofingpod.com/rsra
👉 Take your marketing to the next level: https://roofingpod.com/jobnimbus-marketing
🎯 Join Our Facebook Group: https://roofingpod.com/facebook

IG: https://www.instagram.com/roofingsuccess/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/roofingsuccess

📱 Text Jim @ (612) 512-1812 – Say Hi!
💬 Leave Us a Review: https://roofingpod.com/review

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