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Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about lead generation, delegation, financial intelligence…

Tommy Mello is the CEO of A1 Garage Door Service, a $200M company that spans across more than 20 US states. He is the host of The Mello Millionaire podcast and the Home Service Expert podcast. Additionally, he holds ownership, partnership, or investment positions in 14 other ventures, spanning from Christmas lights to real estate to mobile apps. Tommy is a best-selling author and the founder of Home Service Freedom, a program that trains thousands of home service professionals every year. Tommy is dedicated to mentoring young entrepreneurs and gaining insights from other business experts and CEOs to continually enhance and expand his skills, both in the business realm and beyond. Listen in to this episode as Tommy shares his journey from a hustle culture to entrepreneurial leadership. He describes how his vision evolved and the qualities and tools he adopted for exponential growth. Tommy and Patrick discuss habits vs. discipline, vanity, living a values-based life and the very personal reasons Tommy continues to strive for growth, physical excellence and a billion-dollar company. At the heart of it all is Tommy's desire for those around him to thrive alongside.

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about operational efficiency, branding, team management...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses.  In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about hiring, marketing budgets, valuation…

In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Tommy Mello, a visionary entrepreneur and founder of a $220 million home services business operating across 20 states. As the author of Elevate: Build a Business Where Everybody Wins and host of The Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy has dedicated his career to helping others achieve business success by focusing on recruiting top talent, optimizing branding strategies, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. During our conversation, Tommy shared his journey of scaling a business from a small operation to an industry leader in the home services space. He emphasized the importance of investing in training, aligning core values, and leveraging performance pay systems to build a thriving team and long-term customer loyalty. Today we discussed: [00:00] Who is Tommy Mello? [02:14] Optimizing Recruitment and Service Quality [04:05] Branding Goes Beyond Your Logo [07:26] Motivating Employees to Perform [12:37] Recruiting vs. Creating A-Players [15:52] Using Marketing to Recruit More About Nick Bennett Tommy Mello's website - https://homeserviceexpert.com/ Connect with Tommy Mello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ Rate, Review, & Follow If you liked this episode, please rate and review the show. Let us know what you loved most about the episode. Struggling with strategy? Unlock your free AI-powered prompts now and start building a winning strategy today!

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 22 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about business intelligence, employee accountability, development programs...

Tommy Mello is the Owner of A1 Garage Door Service, the largest independently-owned garage door company in North America. Tommy is the author of the Amazon best-seller Home Service Millionaire, which details his story of turning a local garage door service business from $50,000 in debt to a $30 million company in seven years. He also created The Home Service Expert, a leading resource for ambitious home service entrepreneurs. Through The Home Service Expert, Tommy provides services as a Keynote Speaker, Consultant, and Trainer, and he hosts The Home Service Expert Podcast.  In this episode… What drives an entrepreneur to push through adversity and transform a humble business into a multimillion-dollar empire? How do they navigate the challenges, make pivotal decisions, and maintain their passion when faced with what seems like insurmountable obstacles? Tommy Mello shares his fascinating story of building A-1 Garage Door Service from indebted into a leading $220 million business. He reveals the critical moments when he almost quit and the life-changing decisions he made to turn around struggling markets. Tommy discusses the importance of mentorship and the invaluable insights he gained from industry experts like Al Levi, who taught him the significance of systems and standard operating procedures. His tales of navigating financial challenges, such as handling a bridge loan and making tough calls to close non-performing markets, give listeners a real glimpse into the gritty realities of entrepreneurship. In this episode of Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Tommy Mello, Owner of A1 Garage Door Service, about growing a multimillion-dollar service business. Tommy shares the pivotal decisions and sacrifices he made to turn around his struggling business ventures, strategies for hiring A-players and building an unstoppable team, continuous employee training, the value of having mentors, and the essential tools and software that propelled their growth.

Today's episode of the Second in Command podcast is a recast of a conversation between Cameron and Tommy Mello, host of the Home Service Expert podcast.During the conversation, Cameron and Tommy explore the art of effective communication and the pivotal role it plays in entrepreneurial success. They discuss the nuances of idea sharing within teams, emphasizing the importance of understanding different communication styles.You'll gain insights into strategic decision-making, highlighting how assessing potential impacts and return on investment can guide leaders in prioritizing projects. Cameron discusses the balance between pursuing high-impact initiatives and focusing on foundational tasks that yield quicker results.With a focus on nurturing relationships within teams and prioritizing employee well-being, this episode ultimately conveys a powerful message: successful leadership is as much about building connections and fostering a supportive environment as it is about driving profits and performance.If you've enjoyed this episode of the Second in Command podcast, be sure to leave a review and subscribe today!In This Episode You'll Learn:The concept of visionary and integrator roles, popularized by Gino Wickman, highlighting the need for CEOs to focus on vision and COOs on execution. (2:53)The importance of understanding the target audience, especially in the home services space. (13:40)Why leaders need to care about their employees' personal lives, dreams, and insecurities to build a more engaged and loyal team. (35:38)The value of clear communication and understanding the impact and ROI of new ideas. (59:16)And much more...Resources:Connect with Cameron: Website | LinkedInGet Cameron's latest book "Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO"Get Cameron's online course – Invest In Your Leaders

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about customer service, finance and credit, talent retention, scaling strategies...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about profitability, mindset shifts, equity incentive programs...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about digital marketing, task delegation, smart networking…

    In this episode of the HVAC Uncensored Podcast, Gil talks with the Man, the myth, the legend Mr Tommy Mello. Tommy is the host of the hit podcast The Home Service Expert. He is the author of two best selling books Elevate and The Home Service Millionare. Tommy is also the owner & CEO of A1 Garage Doors a 100 plus million dollar company. Tommy has built so much so much yet he is always giving back helping the little guys. He is a guy I have the utmost respect for and I am truly honored to have him back on the show for his 4th time. Tommy really needs no introduction but I hope you all enjoy this as much as it was to record it!! Don't Forget to Check Out Tommy's Home Service Freedom Event in San Deigo 9/25-9/27!! Get your tickets @ https://get.homeservicefreedom.com/freedom-event-2024   =====Don't Forget To Follow The Podcast On Social Media To Stay Up To Date=======    The easiest way to find all links go to https://www.hvacuncensored.com or go to https://www.poplme.co/hvacuncensored   *****Please Show Some Love To The Amazing Show Sponsors/Partners*******   YELLOW JACKET  https://www.yellowjacket.com  COMPANYCAM https://www.companycam.com/hvacuncensored GET A FREE 14-DAY TRIAL THEN 50% OFF YOUR FIRST 2 MONTHS  HVAC TACTICAL  https://www.hvactactical.com USE DISCOUNT CODE (HVACUNCENSORED) & SAVE 20% ON YOUR ORDER HOUSECALL PRO https://www.housecallpro.com/hvac-uncensored/ VETO PRO PAC https://www.vetopropac.com/  HOMEPROS https://www.readhomepros.com CAMEL CITY MILL  https://www.camelcitymill.com/UNCENSORED10 USE DISCOUNT CODE (UNCENSORED10) & SAVE 10% ON YOUR ORDER             FIND ALL HVAC UNCENSORED MERCH AT https://www.hvacuncensored.com/

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about digital marketing, task delegation, smart networking…

How to become a Home Service Business Millionaire with Tommy Mello. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/528-tommy-mello-home-service-millionaire/ Tommy Mello shares his inspiring entrepreneur journey, how he went from $50,000 in debt to a $30 Million+ business in seven years, and his experiences and insights on home services businesses. Tommy is a highly experienced and successful home services industry entrepreneur. His current service business is about to cross the $220M mark in revenue with over 700 employees in 20 states. But Tommy understands that we all must start somewhere. Overcoming tremendous challenges early in his life gave him the motivation to help other business owners succeed just like he did. And that's the main reason he created the Home Service Expert brand, and he shares so many learning resources like the Home Service Expert podcast, and events like the Freedom Event. Tommy has been published in top publications like Forbes, The Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, and Inc. Magazine, and is the author of the best-seller books “Home Service Millionaire: How I Went from $50,000 in Debt to a $30 Million+ Business in Seven Years” and “Elevate: Build a Business Where Everybody Wins.” This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about business efficiency, online brand presence, scaling strategies...

In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, host Eric Kaiser welcomes Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Doors, creator of Home Service Expert, podcast host, Inc. Magazine Columnist, and author. Tommy shares lessons and speed bumps along his journey from his first job washing dishes, to growing a successful business. Tommy emphasizes the critical role of profitability in sustaining a business. He talks about the need for business owners to charge prices that reflect the quality of their services and allow them to invest in their teams and tools. Tommy challenges the common mindset of underpricing services and explains how maintaining higher standards and prices not only benefits the business but also ensures that employees are well-compensated and motivated. His perspective on pricing and profitability provides a refreshing take on what it means to run a successful and ethical business. In a candid conversation, Tommy sheds light on the importance of a solid support system and continuous improvement in all aspects of the business. He speaks about his reliance on mentors and advisors to avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, Tommy's story offers valuable lessons and inspiration to help you achieve your goals.   Tommy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymello/ A1 Garage Door Service: https://a1garage.com Home Service Expert: https://homeserviceexpert.com Home Service Expert podcast: https://homeserviceexpert.com/podcast Shop Tour of A1 AGrage: https://get.homeservicefreedom.com/a1-shop-tour PinParrot: https://pinparrot.com/ Freedom Event: https://get.homeservicefreedom.com/freedom-event-2024     This episode was recorded in June 2024.

In a special crossover episode, Dan Claps of the "I Fired My Boss" podcast and Tommy Mello of the "Home Service Expert" podcast come together for a dynamic conversation about entrepreneurship, franchising, and personal growth. The episode takes place in Tommy's studio, where both hosts discuss their journeys and share insights from their experiences. Dan talks about his early start in business, selling everything from lemonade to bourbon, and how he transitioned into franchising. He emphasizes the importance of building a business that can operate independently of the owner, a lesson he learned the hard way with his first venture.Tommy, on the other hand, delves into the nuances of the home services industry, sharing his approach to lead generation and customer service. He stresses the value of having strong systems and processes in place, a concept he's passionate about, drawing inspiration from Michael Gerber's "The E-Myth." The episode is a rich blend of personal anecdotes and professional advice, highlighting the challenges and rewards of running a business and the importance of giving back to the community. Listeners will find a treasure trove of actionable insights whether they are aspiring entrepreneurs or seasoned business owners.Welcome to the I Fired My Boss Franchise podcast, hosted by Dan Claps and Christian Dadulak. Dan Claps is the founder and CEO of Franchise Playbook, a franchise or platform that creates, owns and operates dynamic franchise brands in the mobile services space. His life's goal is to help people just like you fire their boss and become a business owner. Christian Dadulak is a top franchise advisor with Franchise Sidekick, a leading franchise advisory firm that helps people reduce their risk when buying a franchise. And together they're on a mission to help people fire their boss, hire themselves, and live the American dream through franchise ownership.If you want to fire your boss, make sure you head on over to https://ifiredmybosspodcast.com and fill out the form to schedule a no-cost consultation. And if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review and share with a friend who might also want to fire their boss.This episode is sponsored by our friends over at Silicon SignsIf you or your franchisees need help with interior/exterior signage, look no further!

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through Home Service Freedom and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about marketing investments, equity programs, advertisement spending…  

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about investments, scaling businesses, CRM systems…

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and Elevate, and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about investment opportunities, leveraging manuals, loan management, growth strategies…

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses.  In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about investment opportunities, leveraging manuals, loan management, growth strategies…  

Today, Tom is joined by Tommy Mello, owner of A1 Garage Door Service, to share his incredible journey of scaling his garage door repair business to $300 million in annual revenue. In 2018, Tommy's business was doing $30 million yearly. Just a few short years later, he has grown it 10x in size. How was he able to do this? Listen in as he shares his strategies for scaling his business, leadership, overcoming challenges, and more.   In this episode, they discuss: Tommy's journey of growing his business from $30M to $300M Importance of focusing on your health and fitness The importance of surrounding yourself with people who provide honest feedback The key concepts from Tommy's book Elevate for building a business where everyone wins The story of an experience Tom had with a repair service, showing the value of fast response time and seamless service Strategies Tommy uses for strategic planning and scaling his business What drives Tommy's hunger and motivation to stay successful How Tommy prioritizes his top performers Advice for contractors for training and improving their teams How Tommy filters and prioritizes new ideas without overwhelming his team   Listen to Tommy Mello's episodes on The Contractor Fight:  TCF153: How to Hire Great Employees with Tommy Mello TCF204: Scaling Your Business with Tommy Mello Resources: = Tommy Mello's Website: http://tommymello.com/  = The Home Service Expert: http://homeserviceexpert.com/     = Elevate Book: https://www.tommymello.com/books   

BlueCollar.CEO –Tommy Mello is the Founder and CEO of A1 Garage Door Service, a national leader in the garage door sales and service industry. Since founding the company in 2007, he has grown it to $200 million in yearly revenue. Tommy also founded The Home Service Expert, where he serves as a podcast host, author, keynote speaker, and consultant helping home service entrepreneurs scale their businesses.In this episode, Ryan and Tommy talk about Tommy's extraordinary growth journey, hiring based on company culture, and leaving an incredible legacy.Resources:The Home Service Expert | PodcastThe 7-Power Contractor: Run Your Contracting Business With Less Stress and More Success by Al LeviRillaWho Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan SullivanCHIRPThe E Myth: Why Most Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. GerberHow to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale CarnegieThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillTommy CaresBuy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan MartellAcquisition.comElevate: Build a Business Where Everybody Wins by Tommy MelloHome Service Millionaire: How I Went From $50,000 in Debt to a $30+ Million Business in 7 Years by Tommy MelloTommy Mello: Website | Shop Tour“Secrets of the Trades” newsletterBlue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.

This week on the show we welcome Tommy Mello, owner of A1 Garage Door Service, has built a $220+ million home service business spanning 22 states. From humble beginnings, his journey reflects resilience and hard work. Tommy hosts the top-rated Home Service Expert podcast and authored best-sellers like "Home Service Millionaire" and "Elevate." Recognized in Forbes and Entrepreneur, he's committed to helping others succeed, epitomizing an entrepreneur who not only achieves but uplifts.

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about business expansions, booking rates, recruitment and retention strategies, data analysis…

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Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about buying or selling companies, hiring technicians, recording financials, task delegation…

Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, one of the most successful home service businesses in the country. He also hosts the Home Service Expert podcast, was named a Top Entrepreneur Under 35, and owns and invests in several other businesses ranging from Christmas lights to mobile apps.In this episode, Tommy breaks down how you can build wealth with recession-resistant, blue-collar service businesses – and how to have fun doing it. You'll learn how he went from $50,000 in debt to a massive exit and "life-changing" money, all while helping his team members achieve their own dreams and undergoing a personal evolution in his leadership, health, and faith.Tommy also shares:- Why arbitrage is the one business skill to rule them all- Why home service businesses thrive despite pandemics, recessions, and the advent of AI- Vanity metrics and the only 4 Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) he cares about- Why you should "always be recruiting," and why he doesn't worry about giving away secrets to his competition- The #1 mistake he sees people make when starting service businesses- How to hire A-players and motivate them with equity and other performance incentives- His religious faith and the "deal" he made with Jesus when his father was on the brink of death- His health regime: Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), supplements, and massage- The health benefits he's experienced since abstaining from alcohol- Exactly what he'd do if he had to start over with no moneyTommy's Charitable Cause:The Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, an "independent, nonprofit organization that works to protect people's health from epidemics and pandemics and ensures that communities are resilient to major challenges." **All ad revenue from this episode is donated directly to the charity of the guest's choiceConnect with Tommy:- Instagram- TikTok- Home Service Expert Facebook Group- Home Service Expert Podcast- Freedom Event Conference Nov 1-3 in Orlando- Tommy's book, "Home Service Millionaire"

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about the performance pay models, franchising strategies, lead generation, marketing, hiring technicians…

 We've got a great show for you today with our returning guest, Tommy Mello. He is “The Home Service Millionaire” who joined us for Episode 281: How to Build a $100 Million Home Service Business. Tommy is the owner of A1 Garage Door Service, host of The Home Service Expert podcast, creator of the Freedom Conference, and author of Home Service Millionaire and his latest book, Elevate: Build a Business Where Everybody Wins.    My co-host, John DeLaurier, and I are excited to welcome Tommy back to the show and hear his expert advice in today's show! Join us!   What you'll hear in this episode: What we are noticing in the roofing market right now–and why now is NOT the time to cut your marketing budget Highlights of the big milestones in Tommy's business and personal life since his last show with us–and why he has made BIG changes Why Tommy wrote his latest book, Elevate Why having the “there just aren't good people out there to hire” attitude means you, as a business owner, have poor leadership  Why your company culture is an essential form of marketing Where to find the best job recruits How Tommy works to keep employees happy at his company and even offers an equity incentive program How Tommy has saved millions by spending the money to rebrand Tommy's advice for contractors as the market slows down Why profit is more important than revenue “It's all in the numbers!” (Tommy reviews the most important KPIs in your business and why you MUST know them!) What Tommy would say to his younger self An overview of the Freedom 2023 event in Orlando, Florida, on November 1-3 Resources: Connect with Tommy Mello: Website Elevate book The Home Service Millionaire book, The Home Service Expert podcast https://tommymello.com/freedom Time is running out! Are you eligible for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)? Visit www.rpcfinancial.com to find out! Do you need help with your books? We have a certified Quickbooks pro who is waiting to help you! Email John or Dave or contact us on Instagram for more information! Connect with John DeLaurier:  www.calldrr.com, Instagram, and Facebook Connect with Dave via text message: (510) 612-1450 Let me know if you'd like to join one of our new Mastermind groups for contractors. Email me: dave@theroofershow.com or visit The Roofer Mastermind to sign up. Download my FREE 1-Page Business Plan template at www.theroofershow.com. Contact me about one-on-one coaching at www.theroofercoach.com. We need reviews of the podcast! Please leave a five-star review. It matters! Vetted Sponsors of the Roofer Show Check out the programs that will help you gain confidence in your sales process, become a better leader, and build a winning sales team at Salestransformationgroup.com/roofershow Tee up the sale and make a great first impression by having a friendly, professional receptionist answer your phone with Ruby Receptionists. Use this link for up to $150 off your first month's service! get.ruby.com/theroofercoach Be the modern-day contractor! We help you leverage technology to generate, organize, and maximize commercial roofing leads. Find out more about Peak Leads at Peakleads.io. Automate your systems and do follow-ups better! Check out ProLine and use promo code “Dave50” for 50% off your first month's service! Additional bonuses are available for the first 100 contractors who sign up for the newest version, which just launched on August 1, 2023!    

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about the performance pay model, team building, management strategies…

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about onboarding, employee discipline, advertising, insurance, operating manuals, sales...

Find More Episodes on PCA Overdrive: https://www.pcaoverdrive.org/service-legend-pod PCA Overdrive is free for members. Not a member? Download the app on the Apple Store or Google Play and enjoy a 7 day free trial! Become a member: https://www.pcapainted.org/membership-resources/ Discover the incredible story of Tommy Mello on the latest episode of the ServiceLegend Podcast! From launching A1Garage with $50K in debt to achieving a staggering $200 million in revenue and leading a team of 650+ across 19 states, Tommy's insights into business, sales, marketing, and hiring are a goldmine for entrepreneurs. Tune in as Tommy shares his hard-earned wisdom, showcased in top-tier publications like Inc Magazine and Forbes. He's not just a business icon – Tommy is also the host of "Home Service Expert," where he uncovers the secrets of industry leaders. Join us for a power-packed episode that's bound to elevate your business game. If you want your business to reach new heights, listen in on the Service Legend Podcast today! Join the ServiceLegends Free Facebook Group if you haven't already so you don't miss this amazing story & more awesome content specifically for Concrete Coating & Painting business owners! � https://www.facebook.com/groups/38347... Useful Links: ServiceLegend: Based in Arizona

Discover the incredible story of Tommy Mello on the latest episode of the ServiceLegend Podcast! From launching A1Garage with $50K in debt to achieving a staggering $200 million in revenue and leading a team of 650+ across 19 states, Tommy's insights into business, sales, marketing, and hiring are a goldmine for entrepreneurs. Tune in as Tommy shares his hard-earned wisdom, showcased in top-tier publications like Inc Magazine and Forbes. He's not just a business icon – Tommy is also the host of "Home Service Expert," where he uncovers the secrets of industry leaders. Join us for a power-packed episode that's bound to elevate your business game. If you want your business to reach new heights, listen in on the Service Legend Podcast today! Join the ServiceLegends Free Facebook Group if you haven't already so you don't miss this amazing story & more awesome content specifically for Concrete Coating & Painting business owners!

Welcome to Waste No Day Podcast! In this episode, Tommy Mello shares his expert insights on the power of mindset and self-reflection, and how they can lead to profound personal development and achievement. Based in sunny Phoenix, Tommy Mello is best known for his $500,000 loan, which was denied in 2016. But he didn't let that stop him from becoming highly successful in the business world. Instead, he went out and redefined what it is to be a business leader. Through his experience, Tommy has mastered the art of hiring for his weaknesses, diversifying his knowledge bank by learning from others in different industries and building a focused destination for thriving outcomes in business.   Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Learn how crucial a resilient mindset and self-reflection are for triggering personal expansion. Recognize the influence of gratitude on relationships, and how it can be a major catalyst for success. Identify tactics to increase productivity and net profit by enhancing your time management and delegation skills. Comprehend the role of financial restraint and the principle of living within your budget in maintaining financial health. Imbibe the pith of ongoing learning and the need for adaptability in driving business prosperity and innovation. And so much more!     About Tommy Mello: Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, the host of the Home Service Expert podcast, and owner, partner, or investor in 14 other businesses ranging from Christmas lights to real estate to mobile apps. Today, A1Garage is a $100m dollar business across the US and is expanding into Canada. Connect with Tommy Mello on… Website: https://a1garage.com/ Podcast: https://homeserviceexpert.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymello/   Tommy's Book: https://angels.homeservicemillionaire.com/order-537068861647523872885     Connect with Waste No Day! Website: https://www.wastenoday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064230695791 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waste-no-day-a-plumbing-hvac-and/id1543265737 Tiktok: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmdBUSQcb_UtbqcYYaI6tcg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4rlvUXGWcRVpsTiVl6BR2m?si=oqkEIIf5Qdyh4CcAuSXATQ  

Welcome to Waste No Day Podcast! In this episode, Tommy Mello shares his expert insights on the power of mindset and self-reflection, and how they can lead to profound personal development and achievement. Based in sunny Phoenix, Tommy Mello is best known for his $500,000 loan, which was denied in 2016. But he didn't let that stop him from becoming highly successful in the business world. Instead, he went out and redefined what it is to be a business leader. Through his experience, Tommy has mastered the art of hiring for his weaknesses, diversifying his knowledge bank by learning from others in different industries and building a focused destination for thriving outcomes in business.   Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: Learn how crucial a resilient mindset and self-reflection are for triggering personal expansion. Recognize the influence of gratitude on relationships, and how it can be a major catalyst for success. Identify tactics to increase productivity and net profit by enhancing your time management and delegation skills. Comprehend the role of financial restraint and the principle of living within your budget in maintaining financial health. Imbibe the pith of ongoing learning and the need for adaptability in driving business prosperity and innovation. And so much more!     About Tommy Mello: Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, the host of the Home Service Expert podcast, and owner, partner, or investor in 14 other businesses ranging from Christmas lights to real estate to mobile apps. Today, A1Garage is a $100m dollar business across the US and is expanding into Canada. Connect with Tommy Mello on… Website: https://a1garage.com/ Podcast: https://homeserviceexpert.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymello/   Tommy's Book: https://angels.homeservicemillionaire.com/order-537068861647523872885     Connect with Waste No Day! Website: https://www.wastenoday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064230695791 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waste-no-day-a-plumbing-hvac-and/id1543265737 Tiktok: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmdBUSQcb_UtbqcYYaI6tcg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4rlvUXGWcRVpsTiVl6BR2m?si=oqkEIIf5Qdyh4CcAuSXATQ  

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses.  In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about service agreements, business growth, marketing tools…  

Tommy Mello is the owner of A1 Garage Doors, a $200M home service company with over 700 employees in 19 states. He's also the host of the Home Service Expert podcast, author of the book - Elevate, and an Inc. columnist. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. If you spend as much time going after great people to work with you as you did as clients, it gets a lot easier and a lot more fun. 2. Coaches do such an amazing job of motivating their players and if we treated business a little bit more like sports. We would go a lot further in business. 3. You're not worth anything if you're not in the right space, if you're not appreciated, don't be angry. That just means that you're in the wrong space. Don't stay in a place where no one sees your value. Elevate And Win - The Method To Attract And Develop A Winning Team. Check out Tommy's book! Sponsors HubSpot Join us in Boston from September 5 - 8, 2023 for an event like no other! INBOUND brings together leaders across the business space including sales, marketing, customer success, and operations teams. Visit Inbound.com to get your ticket today Thrivetime Show Is this your year? Visit ThrivetimeShow.com/eofire to see how Clay Clark's business coaching has helped thousands of entrepreneurs to dramatically increase profitability  

Gain valuable insights from Tommy's experiences starting his own business and discover the wealth-creating difference between making money and managing it. Get ready for an inspiring conversation packed with actionable tips for success in any industry. If you'd like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network Event or want to learn more about Genius Network, go to www.GeniusNetwork.com. Here's a glance at what you'll learn from Tommy in this episode: How Tommy builds and grows companies using the right training and focusing on purpose Tommy's vision and strategy for building the largest home service company in the world The right way to use body language and enthusiasm to sell more products and services What Tommy did right (and wrong) when he started his business that you can learn from Tommy shares the wealth creating difference between making money and managing money Elevate: How to make sure your clients, suppliers, and Team members are all winning Why Tommy loves Joe's book "What's In It For Them" and the mindset it talks about The rules of engagement Tommy utilizes to attract and train people to work with him How to effectively and intelligently handle things that go wrong in your business The power of "out-delegating" the competition to take back your time and your life Secrets for maximizing your daily joy, abundant time, and your financial peace What to do when you're starting a business but don't have enough to finance it Tommy shares why marketing and advertising is so important for his business The way to grow your business by building the right operations and systems

Tommy Mello is the owner of A1 Garage Doors, a $200M home service company with over 700 employees in 19 states. He's also the host of the Home Service Expert podcast, author of the book - Elevate, and an Inc. columnist. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. If you spend as much time going after great people to work with you as you did as clients, it gets a lot easier and a lot more fun. 2. Coaches do such an amazing job of motivating their players and if we treated business a little bit more like sports. We would go a lot further in business. 3. You're not worth anything if you're not in the right space, if you're not appreciated, don't be angry. That just means that you're in the wrong space. Don't stay in a place where no one sees your value. Elevate And Win - The Method To Attract And Develop A Winning Team. Check out Tommy's book! Sponsors HubSpot Join us in Boston from September 5 - 8, 2023 for an event like no other! INBOUND brings together leaders across the business space including sales, marketing, customer success, and operations teams. Visit Inbound.com to get your ticket today Thrivetime Show Is this your year? Visit ThrivetimeShow.com/eofire to see how Clay Clark's business coaching has helped thousands of entrepreneurs to dramatically increase profitability

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 700 employees in 19 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about customer retention, business strategies, task delegation…

It's always nice to talk to someone in the business who is doing it RIGHT. Tommy Mello, “The Home Service Expert,” knows how to take care of his team members, customers, and himself. His business, A1 Garage Door Service, began in 2007 and grew to be a $30 million-plus home service business with over 200 employees in nine states in just seven years. He hosts The Home Service Expert podcast and has written a book, The Home Service Millionaire: What Successful Home Service Entrepreneurs Do To Make More Money AND Work Less.  Tommy has built a thriving Facebook group, the Home Service Expert Community, which is “a community of resilient business owners who are hungry to learn and grow.” We can learn a lot from Tommy– because whatever you are going through, he has been there. He knows what he's doing, and he has practical principles that can set you on the path to success. Join us! What you'll hear in this episode: How Tommy has learned to hire out the tasks he knows he isn't good at and live a life he enjoys Why Tommy focuses on living big today and surrounding himself with successful people How Tommy has learned to live with perseverance and tenacity Why it pays off to build a business that is a sellable asset Why you have to start with your WHY Why it's important to know your numbers and operate with accountability How Tommy has been committed to working ON his business–not IN his business The importance of the three letters A-S-K How Tommy trains employees to master eye contact, body posture, and building relationships with clients What it takes to be a good salesman What's most important in recruiting A-players The most important KPIs (key performance indicators) to track Why Tommy makes the investment to have coaches to help him Resources: Connect with Tommy: Website (and podcast) Home Service Millionaire book Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Time is running out! Are you eligible for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)? Visit www.rpcfinancial.com to find out! Do you need help with your books? We have a certified Quickbooks pro who is waiting to help you! Email John or Dave or contact us on Instagram for more information! Connect with John DeLaurier:  www.calldrr.com, Instagram, and Facebook Connect with Dave via text message: 510-612-1450 Let me know if you'd like to join one of our new Mastermind groups for contractors. Email me: dave@theroofershow.com or visit The Roofer Mastermind to sign up. Download my FREE 1-Page Business Plan template at www.theroofershow.com. Contact me about one-on-one coaching at www.theroofercoach.com. We need reviews of the podcast! Please leave a five-star review. It matters! Vetted Sponsors of the Roofer Show Check out the programs that will help you gain confidence in your sales process, become a better leader, and build a winning sales team at Salestransformationgroup.com/roofershow Tee up the sale and make a great first impression by having a friendly, professional receptionist answer your phone with Ruby Receptionists. Use this link for up to $150 off your first month's service! get.ruby.com/theroofercoach Be the modern-day contractor! We help you leverage technology to generate, organize and maximize commercial roofing leads. Find out more about Peak Leads at Peakleads.io. Automate your systems and do follow-ups better! Check out ProLine and use promo code “Dave50” for 50% off your first month's service!

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about payment structures, marketing strategies, equity incentive programs…

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $200 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about onboarding, employee discipline, advertising, insurance, operating manuals, sales...

If you missed PART ONE of our Tommy Mello series, be sure to check out episode 37- you won't want to miss it! In PART TWO, Rusty and Tommy talk about coaching, developing people, how to put a plan in place for EVERYONE on your team, and dreaming a little bigger. Tommy also introduces a term he uses known as a “dream manager” and how having this key person is pivotal for the growth of your BEST leaders. If your #1 goal is to build a company that is meant to last, this episode is for you! Additional topics include coaching, special teams, and more!  Resources from today's episode:  https://homeserviceexpert.com/ https://a1garage.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Home-Service-Millionaire-Million-Business/dp/1732452105 https://www.amazon.com/Elevate-Build-Business-Where-Everybody/dp/B0BWSNBQZV https://www.facebook.com/prewettpestjourney Youtube Audio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaE_FCUm-dM

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $150 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about business growth and strategy, franchising, pricing, marketing, people management...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $150 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about marketing, pricing, operations, business growth and strategy...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $150 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about human resource management, documentation, lead conversion and lead generation, pricing, business expansion...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $150 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about financing, financing, marketing, compensation, employee retention, sales...

Tommy Mello is the author of Home Service Millionaire and the founder of A1 Garage Doors, a $150 million-plus home service business with over 500 employees in 16 states. Through HomeServiceMillionaire.com and the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy shares his experience and insights to help fellow entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this special episode of the Home Service Expert podcast, Tommy answers your biggest questions about culture, competition, managing tough conversations with employees...