Podcasts about using automation

In the latest episode of the Building Better Developers podcast, hosts Rob Broadhead and Michael Meloche discuss business continuity, a concept that is often overlooked until it's too late. They explore the question: What happens when business operations are disrupted? Whether it's an illness, a vacation, unexpected growth, or even a global crisis, ensuring that a business can continue operating smoothly is essential for long-term success. What is Business Continuity? Business continuity is the ability of a company to keep running even when unexpected events disrupt normal operations. Unlike disaster recovery, which focuses on bouncing back after a catastrophe, continuity planning is about avoiding downtime in the first place. For entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and small business owners, this means having systems, processes, and contingencies to keep things moving forward. As Rob points out, contingency planning isn't something many small businesses think about until they need it. "We don't tend to think about it until we get into it," he says, "and then by the time we're out of it, we forget about it." This lack of foresight can lead to unnecessary stress, lost revenue, and even business failure when an unexpected challenge arises. The Good and Bad of Growth and Stability Rob and Michael highlight a key challenge they've faced recently—unexpected growth affecting stability. Growth is a great problem to have, but it can catch businesses off guard. Hiring new team members, scaling processes, and adjusting to new demands require strategic planning. Rob shares that his boutique consulting firm, RB Consulting, has had to face this head-on. "We were not as prepared for the growth as we would have liked to be," he admits. The lesson? If you don't anticipate growth and put structures in place, scaling can become a bottleneck rather than an opportunity. Michael echoes this sentiment, sharing his own struggles with hiring at his company, EnvisionQA. "It's not real easy to just go out and grab someone off the Internet and say, ‘Hey, come work for me.' You have to find the right people who align with your mission and goals to ensure smooth operations." Avoiding Single Points of Failure One of the most critical aspects of operational stability is identifying and eliminating single points of failure. If one key person or system is the only thing holding a business together, that business is fragile and at risk of significant disruption. Michael brings up financial security as an example. He recently faced a fraud alert that locked him out of his business bank account. This experience made him realize he was the sole person with access to critical financial tools. "If I were to get hit by a bus, or I were to get sick or go on vacation, are the bills still going to get paid?" To mitigate risks like this and ensure stability, businesses need to: Document key processes and make sure others can step in when necessary. Use automation for routine tasks, ensuring payroll, invoices, and customer communications don't halt. Cross-train employees so that no task depends on just one person, ensuring seamless operations. Planning for Life Events Maintaining business operations isn't just about emergencies—it's also about enjoying life without worrying about work. Rob points out that if your business requires you to be there daily, you're not running a business—you have a job. "If my daughter decides she wants to have a baby, and suddenly I'm out for a week being a grandpa, how am I going to keep the business going?" Michael asks. This question applies to all entrepreneurs. Can you take time off without disrupting daily operations? If the answer is no, it's time to rethink your systems. Using Automation, Documentation, and Delegation with Business Continuity The episode circles back to a recurring theme: automation, documentation, and delegation. The hosts encourage business owners to: Automate repetitive tasks to minimize manual workload. Create clear documentation so that employees or contractors can step in when needed. Delegate responsibilities to team members instead of trying to do everything alone. A practical example they discuss is the podcast itself. Rob and Michael record episodes in advance to ensure content keeps flowing even if they can't record for a week. The same principle applies to blogs, marketing campaigns, and customer support—businesses should plan and have a buffer to maintain smooth operations. The Business Stability Challenge At the end of the episode, Rob challenges listeners to analyze their own business by asking: What would have happened last week if you weren't available? What critical tasks would have gone unfinished? Who could have stepped in, and how can you make it easier for them to do so next time? What documentation, automation, or delegation can you implement to improve overall stability? By taking proactive steps today, business owners can reduce stress, improve resilience, and create a thriving company—even when life throws curveballs. Final Thoughts on Business Continuity Operational continuity is not just about handling disasters—it's about building a strong, scalable business that can run smoothly even when you step away. Whether it's an unexpected illness, a surprise growth spurt, or a well-earned vacation, having the right processes in place ensures your business can continue operating successfully. What steps are you taking to improve stability in your company? Let us know in the comments or at info@develpreneur.com. Stay Connected: Join the Develpreneur Community We invite you to join our community and share your coding journey with us. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, there's always room to learn and grow together. Contact us at info@develpreneur.com with your questions, feedback, or suggestions for future episodes. Together, let's continue exploring the exciting world of software development. Additional Resources Growing Your Brand and Business – Suggestions For Any Entrepreneur Spend Time Or Money – The Best Approach To Growing Hiring Talent: Strategies for Building Strong Teams Scaling with Contractors and Employees: A Strategic Guide to Business Growth Building Better Businesses – With Bonus Content

Jessie Terry shares insights on transitioning from employee to business owner and the challenges of post-holiday work. He discusses business planning, execution, and the impact of construction innovations and disruptions. Jessie provides an overview of Optimly and strategies for enhancing client experience. The episode delves into construction forecasting challenges, addressing labor shortages, and the importance of time management for entrepreneurs. Jessie emphasizes building and managing teams, continuous learning, and shares exciting projects and future plans. The conversation highlights the role of delegation and automation in job satisfaction, Jessie's positive influence, and concludes with his closing thoughts and a recap.

About 15 years ago, Jason Cerrano was working for the Pattonville Fire Protection District when he conceptualized a way to make it more efficient for firefighters to put out fires. He wanted to automate how a fire truck selects its water source and pumps water, and allow pump operators to pay attention to other critical firefighting tasks. Cerrano, a graduate of Missouri S&T, discusses how he invented the SAM Control System that more than 120 fire departments employ. We also hear from Chief Hans Mueller of the Freeburg Fire Protection District in Illinois about his department's use of the technology.

In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Helen Paas and Helen Maidre, the founders of H2 Resolve, a consultancy based in Estonia. They share their innovative approach to scaling businesses, avoiding over-hiring, and leveraging automation for efficiency. With a unique blend of expertise, they provide tailored solutions to help companies achieve sustainable growth. Listen in to gain valuable insights from their inspiring journey. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? According to Helen Paas and Helen Maidre, the hardest thing in growing a small business is starting. They emphasize that taking the initial leap requires embracing uncertainty and stepping out of the safety of a stable environment, which can be daunting. What's your favourite business book that has helped you the most? Helen Paas's favorite business book is "Powerful" by Patty McCord, which provides insights into building effective workplace cultures. Helen Maidre finds inspiration in "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius, a timeless guide to leadership and personal resilience. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Helen Paas and Helen Maidre suggest focusing on specific topics of interest rather than following particular podcasts. They recommend delving into topics relevant to your business growth and exploring targeted resources. For professional tools, they emphasize moving to structured email tools like Zendesk or Intercom for customer communication, which offer better insights and scalability compared to general platforms like Gmail. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Helen Paas and Helen Maidre did not specifically recommend any particular podcasts or online learning resources but emphasized a practical and focused approach to learning. Helen Maidre prefers diving into specific topics of interest rather than following particular podcasts, while Helen Paas has shifted her focus from consuming content to creating it, which helps her process ideas more effectively. They also highlighted their website, h2resolve.com, which offers free resources and blog posts about tools and strategies for small business growth, encouraging users to reach out with questions to tailor future content. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Helen Paas and Helen Maidre emphasized two essential pieces of advice they would give themselves on day one of starting a business: first, to seek help faster rather than trying to do everything alone, as leveraging support and expertise can streamline growth and reduce challenges; and second, to practice patience, understanding that success takes time and consistent effort to achieve. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Make your product so good that your customers don't need to contact you — Helen Paas and Helen Maidre Hire for brains, not just hands, to maximize potential — Helen Paas and Helen Maidre Learn to say no to the wrong clients, even if the money is tempting — Helen Paas and Helen Maidre  

In this episode, we tackle one of the most common fears coaches face when transitioning from 1:1 services to a scalable online coaching model: the loss of personal connection. If you've been hesitating to grow because you're worried about losing that close, individualized interaction with your clients, this episode is for you.We dive deep into the surprising ways that scaling your coaching business can actually enhance your personal connection with clients. You'll learn how to leverage technology, create more targeted interactions, and build a sense of community that goes beyond the limitations of one-on-one coaching.Here's what you'll discover in this episode:Transforming 1:1 Calls into Impactful Interactions: Learn how to shift from routine check-ins to highly targeted, value-packed conversations that address specific client needs and roadblocks.Personalized Assessments for Tailored Client Journeys: Find out how implementing personalized assessments can guide your clients to the exact support they need, maintaining a customized feel in a scalable format.Building a Community of Like-Minded Learners: Discover the power of community in your coaching program. We discuss how to foster peer support, collaboration, and a shared journey that enhances client experience and connection.Using Automation to Enhance Human Interaction: Explore how strategic automation can free up your time for deeper, more meaningful client interactions, making your coaching even more effective.By the end of this episode, you'll see that scaling doesn't have to come at the cost of personal connection. In fact, with the right strategies, you can build even stronger relationships with your clients while growing your business. Tune in and get ready to unlock the full potential of your coaching program—without losing the human touch that makes it special.Ready to take action? Dive into the episode now, and let's make scaling your coaching business an experience that feels personal, impactful, and deeply connected.About Me:Hey, it's your host, Tara Bryan. And I am on a mission to help more business owners learn to infinitely scale their businesses by leveraging the power of online without sacrificing the customer experience or results. I like to geek out on all things business strategy, marketing, interactive digital and user experience. This podcast is all about what is working, lessons learned and actionable tips to create and grow a thriving online business. Join us each week as we dive into different strategies, tactics and tips you can apply immediately to your business. To learn more:Find us at https://www.taralbryan.comHere are two ways we can help you create, grow and scale your business:1. Want to package or pivot your business? Download our free Step-by-Step guide to get the exact steps you need to create and grow an online business. Step-By-Step Guide 2. ALREADY HAVE AN ONLINE BUSINESS & READY TO INFINITELY SCALE?Download our free 50 Ways to Engage Your Customers guide or Schedule a 30 minute call with Tara to talk about our offers that will help you master the game. Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our...

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Today we are looking at ways to increase transportation and logistics visibility using automation. Joining us is Andre Luecht, Global Strategy Lead - Transport, Logistics & Warehouse for Zebra Technologies. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Zebra: www.zebra.com DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

This guide from eBizLifestyle covers the 301K Challenge by Igor Kheifets - giving you all the info you need to build a thriving digital business! Find out more at: https://ebizlifestyle101.com/ eBizLifestyle Inc. City: Gatineau Address: 57 Rue Lemieux Website: https://www.nadia-lahyane.com/

Explore the dynamic realm of internal audits, revealing the transformative power of automation with MS Power Platform and Power BI. From ISO certifications to the critical role of CAPA systems, our subject matter experts provide a concise, yet comprehensive, look at how Authority Partners elevates audit processes for enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction. 

In this Supplier Wire Series episode of Modrn Business Podcast, Ryan Hicks chats with Aditya Varanasi, Founder & CEO of Awarity. Awarity is an AI-powered advertising platform that helps brands reach their ideal customers more efficiently than other forms of awareness advertising, driving industry-leading ROI. Ryan and Aditya discuss Awarity's cutting-edge franchise advertising solutions, and how they are using automation in a game changing way for the franchise space. Connect with today's guest: franchisesuppliernetwork.com/featured-s…-managers/ Register for the Franchise “UnConferences” at www.franchisors.com

Amit Kakar knows what it takes to succeed with personalization.  “We're going to crush you.” That's what two retail pharmacy executives told Amit about his new business 25 years ago. Fast forward to today, and Amit's business, Avalon Pharmacy, is thriving. How did he do it? By using marketing automation to deliver the best customer experience possible. Press play to learn exactly how automation helped Amit take his customer service to the next level and grow his revenue by 20%.  Learn more: https://avalondrugstore.com/    

Since it's the first episode of the new year, we thought it'd only be fitting that we re-publish our first episode of season two. It also just happened to be one of the most popular. So, on today's episode, you'll learn about: Advantages and disadvantages of automation Examples of how to use automation to improve efficiency in your business Recommended tools for automation Pros and cons of outsourcing Recommended areas to outsource in your business to save time Plus so much more! It's such a gem of an episode. Be sure to tune in! Of course, if you find value in the show, please leave us a 5-star review (hey, gotta make the ask, right?)! ADDITIONAL LIFESTARR RESOURCES Going solo in business doesn't mean you're alone. Join The Solopreneur Community. Solve your business challenges and connect with like-minded solopreneurs at the next Solopreneur Problem Solvers. Join the next Solopreneur Success Sessions, a monthly micro-event covering a variety of topics to help you have success as a company of one.

Steven Lefkoff from Lefkoff Law in Atlanta, GA joins us for the final episode of Sports 'N Torts in 2023. A native of Atlanta (and my old next door neighbor), Steven has built and designed his law firm to carry out his vision of how a small business should operate. Lefkoff Law offers a wide array of legal services for businesses. The firm represents clients in matters ranging from litigation and compliance, to risk management and contract review, and so much in between. The firm has a specialized focus on representing companies in the motor vehicle space, including financial institutions, motor vehicle dealers, and warranty and insurance providers. Lefkoff Law also protects clients' rights in Fair Business Practices Act matters and other business disputes. In addition to these legal services, Steven is always working on a new fresh approach to his practice to include recent additions of Small Claims 101 – training and consulting for Magistrate and The Driveway – a monthly membership program designed to provide exceptional value in holistic legal services. Hear how he came up with these ideas, how he implemented them, why they are important to his clients and how they have created unexpected growth for other areas of his firm. Steven is very good at working ON his business in addition to IN his business. He talks about his firms 18 month plan, planned growth, using automation to increase efficiency and defined roles for his employees. Lots of great business nuggets to pick up here. Finally, I consider Steven a very creative marketer. In a landscape full of lawyers trying to stand out with marketing efforts, Steven goes about it the right way and he shares some his secrets such as personalized pictures and dinners at Waffle House.Last but not least - Steven taught me how to create this podcast and I forever grateful for his advice!As always, this episode is powered by the J. Stein Law Firm – a personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA. www.jsteinlawfirm.com. Thanks so much for listening in 2023 and have a great holiday season.

Welcome back to another episode of happytans! In this exciting episode, we are diving into the world of Pamela Price, an incredible entrepreneur from Price's Beauty in Toronto, Canada. Get ready to learn all about the back-office operations and automation that have helped her business flourish. From building processes and procedures to scaling her business, Pamela shares invaluable insights that you won't want to miss.

Building a business using organic strategies can often be overwhelming, especially when you're juggling various responsibilities like parenting or managing multiple ventures. Sound familiar?When we dove into our businesses, consistency was our middle name. For over three years, every single day, we showed up – going live five days a week and churning out content incessantly. "Do we have to do this for the rest of our lives?" Such dedication is bound to cause burnout.The introduction of automation tools was a game changer. Automation lifted the heavy manual tasks that took up so much time and energy! Here are our favorite automation tools to help you reduce the overwhelm.

Do you believe in giving your clients the best experience possible? Is your law office having trouble staying on top of client relations? Do you need an efficiency boost? It's time to step up your technology game and automate your client communications! The reality is your clients expect the same level of customer service from you as they do from Amazon or Starbucks… and many lawyers can't match that. That's why we invited Attorney Michael McCready to the show. Michael knows the key to improving client experience… communication! And how do you improve your client communication? Technology! On this episode of the Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg Goldfarb interviews Michael McCready, Managing Partner at McCready Law. During his 30+ years as a lawyer in personal injury and workers' compensation, Michael discovered the powerful benefits of integrating automation software into his law practice. Since then, he's boosted his law firm's efficiency and greatly improved his client satisfaction. If you want to take the bull by the horns, like Michael did, and find out why you should be implementing automation in your law firm, tune in! Join Gregg and Michael on Cut to the Chase as they discuss how to: - Use technology to improve client relations and market your law firm. - Start implementing automation software in your office. - Choose which case management software is best for your law firm. - Get employee buy-in for new case management software/systems. - Efficiently educate and communicate to clients throughout the case. - Understand all the different ways you can use automation in your law office. The resources mentioned in this episode are: - Case Management Systems: SmartAdvocate (plaintiffs/personal injury), Filevine, Clio, Smokeball, Law Ruler - Visit Michael's website: https://mccreadylaw.com - Connect with Michael McCready on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mccready. - Follow McCready Law on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. To learn more about mass tort law cases and lawyer best practices, subscribe to the Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb.

Try Imagen today with 1,500 FREE edits by visiting workflowspodcast.com. This offer ends soon!Already in a trial? Subscribe today, and we will add $20 of AI edits to your account!In this episode, Scott speaks with Frederick Van Johnson from This Week in Photo about the future of photography. The conversation covers a variety of AI and automation tools, including some you may not realize already play a role in your photography life.The conversation went on for nearly two hours, so we split it into two easier-to-digest episodes. This is part 2.We continue the discussion on the use of automation and AI tools in photography workflows. We also discuss the acquisition of Flickr and This Week and Photo by SmugMug and their commitment to preserving the Flickr platform for future generations. One topic that came up, which we are sure everyone has something to say about, is the use of artificial intelligence in photo contests both as entries and judging. We also discuss the idea of digital identifying when photos have been made or manipulated by AI just in the same way it's possible for text, and emphasize the importance of disclosure and transparency. Finally, we stress the need for backups in different locations for photographers as disasters happen. (00:00) - 022 TWIP Workflows Crossover (01:39) - Automation in album and book design (08:06) - Photo contests judged by AI (12:21) - Digital marking images that use AI (14:51) - What's up with Flickr and Smugmug? (24:15) - What Imagen is working on (31:23) - Trusting AI for all your post-production tasks (37:18) - Disaster recovery is so important (45:22) - Nikon's anti-AI ad campaign Discussed in this episode- Software that simplifies album design for photographers.- Tech helps filter photo contest submissions.- Marker needed for AI involvement in content.- Smugmug saves Flickr for posterity.- Smugmug passionate team guides photography's power.- Photographer's disaster recovery solution with Imagen's new backup feature (coming soon)- Redundancy and accessibility in cloud backups.- Don't fear AI, use it to improve.- Flickr's metadata can be leveraged for search.You can find Frederick at: Frederickvan.com Thisweekinphoto.com Smugmug.com Flickr.com Hey photographers, break free from post-production headaches! Snap up 1,500 FREE edits today by visiting workflowspodcast.com. Already in a trial? Subscribe today, and we will add $20 of AI edits to your account!Join the Imagen Community on Facebook to continue the discussions between episodes.Available NowSince releasing the Subject Mask beta in the Imagen app, we've received so much incredible feedback. Now we are heating things up with Subject Mask Settings. Now you can control every aspect of your Subject Mask similarly to our Profile Adjustments feature.With the new feature, you can: Choose your desired settings before editing Adjust the settings after an edit Re-download your project with the updated Subject Mask Settings in place (no re-edit required) Also, like Profile Adjustments, the new Subject Mask Settings is instant satisfaction. Get real-time results with the settings you save.Learn more about what is new here.

Nathan is a partner and owner of businesses within real estate. He has been around real estate since an early age — and has built a portfolio of his own since college. While attending school at Northern Iowa and walking on the basketball team, he bought his first rental property, where he House Hacked one of the rooms while renting to other college friends. After graduating and marrying his wife, he moved to Washington state. Since moving to Washington, Nathan has been let go from the 9-5 due to COVID, and transitioned to working for himself while helping with his parents' Real Estate business located in Iowa.   What you will learn in this episode: How Nathan brought payment automation to the Wicked Smart Community What benefits Nathan has seen from setting up a payment process Who can benefit from Nat Processing How Nathan has grown to 300 doors through the help of automation and removing time-consuming work What makes Nat Processing different from the competition   Resources: Everyone is always asking us, “How is it possible to buy real estate without using my own cash or credit?” With decades of combined experience in real estate, we've perfected the process of investing creatively. We want to share as much as we can with you, which is exactly why we're running this FREE workshop! If you're thinking about leaving your job, escaping the W-2 lifestyle, and starting on the path towards creating generational wealth — this is for you! To register, just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/pcws.   Schedule a free strategy session with us. This is an opportunity for you to have an honest conversation with our team about your background, investment goals and create some action steps toward creating the life of your dreams. Together we'll discover where you are, where you want to be, and what's in the way. Just visit: smartrealestatecoach.com/action.   Our free Master's Class is the ONLY webinar where you're given the exact techniques we use in our family company to buy and sell homes every month — all across North America and ALL on TERMS! Register by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/mastersclass   The Wicked Smart Investor's Toolkit is a great way to dip your toe in the water of buying properties on terms. Here you'll receive seller scripts, our investor blueprint, be able to listen to live calls, and much more! Enroll for free at smartrealestatecoach.com/tools   The Quantum Leap System has everything you'll need to start buying and selling on terms (without banks and without your own money or credit), launch & scale a business that fits your goals, and strengthen your mindset so you can follow the proven path to becoming a successful real estate investor. You can learn more by visiting: smartrealestatecoach.com/qls.   For additional information on lead generation, funding, mindset coaching, legal assistance, virtual staffing, and business growth, visit the Investor Resources section of our website at: smartrealestatecoach.com/resources.   Chris's Book: Real Estate on Your Terms by Chris Prefontaine   Instant Real Estate Investor eBook: SmartRealRstateCoach.com/ebook   Find our next workshop here: https://smartrealestatecoach.com/workshop   QLS Live – September 13-15, 2023: www.QLSLive.com   Learn more about Fund and Grow's Credit Lines here: www.Smartrealestatecoach.com/fundandgrow   Learn more about Associate Coaching Program Funding here: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/funding   90-Day Jump Start: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/jump   Nat Processing Website: www.smartrealestatecoach.com/natprocessing

Automation can be any number of "things" you add to simplify and scale your business. From the simplest set up of a calendar system to the addition of names to your email list, automation is easier than ever. How are you using automation and is it serving your business or just totally stressing you out? 

The last five years in tech have revolutionized how organizations do business, and the legal sector is no different.In this episode of Wealthy Woman Lawyer®, Davina speaks with Dorna Moini, attorney, and founder and CEO of Gavel.io. Gavel.io is a no-code platform for attorneys who want to streamline their practices and create passive income streams.Join us as Dorna explains what makes Gavel.io different from other automation tools for lawyers, how her attorney background influenced the platform's development, and why attorneys should be taking advantage of the tech tools to not only scale their law firm businesses and make them more efficient, but also to potentially create passive income streams.Show Highlights: What Gavel.io does for lawyers, why it's different from other platforms, and what led to its founding and eventual rebranding The integration capabilities of Gavel.io and three things it does that other platforms don't How lawyers can use Gavel to create passive income streams–even if they don't know the first thing about coding Dorna's advice for people who want to get into the legal tech space (Hint: it's easier than you think) Gavel's flexibility, some new platforms built on it, and how Gavel is influencing attorney pricing models Why you should take advantage of the tech tools available today to make the vision in your head a reality and transform your life and practice Follow and Review:We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources: Email Dorna at dorna@gavel.io Find Dorna on LinkedIn Gavel.io on Instagram Connect with Dorna on Twitter 3 Stages from Law Firm Solo to CEO - https://go.wealthywomanlawyer.com/training   Connect with us on Instagram Join our free Facebook community Show our sponsor, NoBull Marketing, some love. Schedule an appointment with NoBull Marketing. Reach out to Optimize My Firm Visit our sponsor - Gavel.io! Note: Wealthy Woman Lawyer® may have an affiliate relationship with the podcast sponsors and be compensated for referrals.

In this episode, I share with you how I have been able to maximize the closing and conversion process with automation. I talk about the system I use and how you can use it too, to start converting in your sleep.  In this episode, we cover: One thing you're going to want to implement asap [0:33] How I maximized conversion with a reel audio [4:33] The system for my automation set up [5:18] ManyChat: https://manychat.pxf.io/mandyemerson Click here for Free Resources + Current Offers! Connect with Mandy: IG: @themandyemerson IG: @thefiercesocialsociety Website: https://www.themandyemerson.com/  

Episode #105 - This was a fun conversation with Scott because he not only was one of Spectora's first clients, he has grown a multi-inspector company, and now started his own SaaS business, Hoopla CRM. They also chat about: - Traveling while running your inspection company - Recommending contractors as a source of revenue - Chat GPT - VAs - Client Portal upsells in Spectora (PS. It's free money) Link to Hoopla CRM - https://www.hooplacrm.com/ Link to the IEB event Kevin mentions in the intro - Get more info here Promo code: IEBSOCIAL23  

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Jerry Mullins is co-owner of Western Precision Products, a very successful 2nd generation machine shop near Portland OR.  They have leaned heavily into automated machining processes to serve the aerospace, defense and commercial space industries. With an impressive amount of revenue per employee, you'll want to learn some of the secrets of Jerry's success and how he and his brother have built WPP into one of the larger shops in the Pacific Northwest.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Schoolytics. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Teachers' responsibilities will change as technology progresses at a faster rate. The question is: How can automation help teachers be more efficient and effective and prevent the accumulation of even more daily tasks for an already-overworked profession?In this edWeb podcast, ways in which technology-enabled automation can help teachers maximize instructional time and reduce the burden of administrative, “non-teaching” tasks are covered. Also discussed are the pros and cons of automation in the classroom, pitfalls to avoid, and practical tips for implementation. Finally, the panelists share their thoughts on what the future holds for automation in the education space.Panelists include edtech leaders Dr. Eric Wang, Vice President of Artificial Intelligence at Turnitin, and Dr. Courtney Monk, Co-founder and COO at Schoolytics, alongside district leaders Randy Kolset, Coordinator of Educational Technology at Orange Unified School District, and Sam Brooks, Personal Learning Supervisor at Putnam County School System. Together, they provide a comprehensive perspective on technology and automation's impact on teachers and their students.This recorded edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Download “Joe's 12 Best Business Automation Tricks To Increase Revenue” from https://automatingsuccess.net/ Eric Rule (https://kinlochgolfclub.com/) began his career as the Clubhouse Manager at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York in 1985 and eventually rose to the position of General Manager. He oversaw $50,000,000 in facility renovations over a 27-year period, including the rehabilitation of the 1926 English Tudor clubhouse and the creation of a 13,000-square-foot sports center. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericruleccm/ Website: https://kinlochgolfclub.com/ Connect with Joe Langton and Automating Success: Website: http://AutomatingSuccess.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@automatingsuccess Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AutomatingSuccess YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@automatingsuccess

Let's face it.  You can only be one place at a time. The traditional one on one coaching model makes it difficult to scale your coaching practice unless you have ways that help you manage your current initiatives while seamlessly welcoming new business. Automation allows you to continue to keep doing what you do best all while  watching your business thrive! To discuss how we can use automation, specifically the Engagement Rx platform offered by Avidon Health, we invited Clark Lagemann to the show. Clark is the CEO of Avidon Health and is a passionate entrepreneur and three-time Iron Man finisher. He has helped both individual health coaches and large organizations scale wellness programs. Avidon Health is a Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company for 2022. 

In this episode, we are joined by Steve Swan, President of StaffBot and Staffency, to talk about empowering hospitals to manage their own contingent clinical care services by automating the traditionally labor-intensive, manual processes and the importance of accurate, real-time analytics.This podcast is sponsored by Staffbot.

Host Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-founder & CEO of SeamlessMD, and marketing colleague, Alan Sardana, chat with Intermountain Healthcare's Mona Baset about "Building a Team of Automation Designers, Creating Digital Coworkers & Using Automation to Improve Empathy." Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Renee Krug, CEO of Transflo, is joined by Kevin Hill, Executive Publisher at FreightWaves, in this fireside chat on day 2 of F3. Discover an easier way of doing business with the J.B. Hunt 360°® platform. Manage the entire shipping process from start to finish, all in one place. See what the power of the J.B. Hunt 360 platform can do for you at jbhunt.com/power.Follow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Renee Krug, CEO of Transflo, is joined by Kevin Hill, Executive Publisher at FreightWaves, in this fireside chat on day 2 of F3. Follow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Using Automation for Intake Efficiency Welcome to episode 151 of the Grow Your Law Firm podcast, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode Ken sits down with Joseph Ruotolo and they talk about using chat features to qualify leads. Joe is the Strategic Partnerships Manager at Intaker. He collaborates with Intaker's channel partners to drive results for their mutual client family with a focus on legal marketing technology and intake strategy. Before starting his career in tech, Joseph dedicated himself to teaching, both as a lecturer in mathematics and as a learning coach, where he helped bright young minds prepare for success in the most competitive colleges across the country. Joseph carried his passion for relationship building and analytical problem solving into the fast-paced startup world when he joined Intaker in 2020. Now, his mission is to help legal marketing agencies and channel partners equip their clients with the best-in-class automation tools to ignite their growth.   What you'll learn about in this episode: Engaging leads with AI chat to qualify leads The importance of video marketing Why you need to include empathy and be authentic Guidance on creating video content An overview of Intaker and what makes it work Providing resources to unqualified leads to soften the rejection   Resources:  Website: http://intaker.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/intake_r Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intaker/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/intaker/   Additional Resources: PILMMA's Super Summit: https://www.pilmma.org/summit/ The Mastermind Effect: https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect/ PILMMA's Free Resources: https://www.pilmma.org/resources/ PILMMA Join Page: https://www.pilmma.org/mastermind/  

How is automation creating more jobs in the workplace? Jeff Burnstein, President of A3, claims that by using automation to function alongside workers, it can create more jobs for the market and allow workers more time for important tasks. Listen to the episode to hear more about Jeff's perspective on how automation can transform the job market. Tune in to learn:What is A3 and  how does it supports the industry (1:20) How A3 educates companies on automation (7:45) About the Automate Show (18:00) Taking advantage of the data to improve automation technology  (28:00) IT Visionaries is powered by Salesforce Platform and Dreamforce. Did you know all the very best Dreamforce sessions are available free on salesforce.com/plus? We recommend watching the Platform and MuleSoft keynote to get the down-low on doing more with less and increasing efficiencies with automation.Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org

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Yvonne “Yvi” Heimann is a Business Efficiency Consultant who helps digital entrepreneurs dramatically increase profits and reclaim lost time by teaching them how to implement proven processes, systems, and automation.In this episode, Yvi shares her journey from being an electrician in Germany to doing web design and business consulting in the United States, how she uses her super power - seeing structure where others see chaos - to help her clients scale their businesses, and her approach to helping clients streamline their operations so they can be more productive and enjoy what they do.Yvi describes how you can scale your business without hiring a team, what led her to using ClickUp as her project management tool of choice, and how she has evolved from being a ClickUp solution provider to guiding clients to a more encompassing solution that meets them where they are at so that they can scale.Yvi discusses her newest focus of her business which is using Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to help clients build interpersonal connection to create happier teams and reduce turnover, the biggest thing she thinks people get wrong about scaling their business, and how she helps clients not only systematize but future-proof their business.Yvi goes onto talk about the importance of aligning your business around your values, the Systemized Optimized Automate (SOA) framework she developed and how she uses it with her clients, the importance of systematizing and optimizing not only your processes but your people, and the differences between optimizing digital entrepreneurs vs. offline businesses.Yvi goes into how her focus on digital content creation has helped to grow her business, how she decides what content to put out, the key consideration for how often to put content out, the importance of content repurposing and tools to help you do it, and the really exciting new resource she is creating to help people create content.Finally, Yvi lets us in on the book project she is working on, what her goals are for the future, and the difference between what we hear about the online business world compared to what is real.Find Yvi at:Website: https://askyvi.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/askyviFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AskYvi/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askyvi/Twitter: https://twitter.com/askyviAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/askyviVisit Stephanie at: https://stephaniehayes.biz/Follow me on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | TwitterSupport the show

Stanley Tate - From Resolving The Burden Of Student Loan Debt To Building A Profitable Law Firm Using AutomationHOST: Greg GarmanIntroduction:Welcome to The Successful Business and Practice of Law. On today's episode, Stanley Tate helps us ask the age old question: “How do you give away value and knowledge for free, and still get clients to hire you and grow your firm?” Tate is a marketing machine and has grown his business, from the ground up. Today he runs a successful business without paying ad money to Google, Facebook, or any other social media outlet. Tate talks about marketing, how he runs his business, how he scales his business, and the value in automation.Chicago-native Stanley Tate now lives in Kansas City. He served in the Army and has helped thousands of people with their student loan problems sense 2013. The Successful Business and Practice of Law  is brought to you by LAWCLERK. This is a place where we can have conversations with lawyers who have achieved outsized success, those who are building innovative business models, and those who are simply doing things differently. We may also cover how technology is changing what we do. The main focus, however, is on how we run our businesses and practices in order to make them better.My name is Greg Garman. I have been practicing law for over 25 years, in the area of restructuring and bankruptcy for companies of pretty good size. I am also one of the proud co-founders of LAWCLERK, a company that matches attorneys with freelance lawyers. Unlike the hurtful stigma, we at LAWCLERK know that lawyers really do make the world a better place. Our business at the end of the day, collectively, is protecting the rule of law. Talking Points:●     Tate's journey into law and how he niched down to student loan problems●     Tate's business model and why he chose student loans specifically●     Tate's vision and how he scaled his business●     Marketing tools and techniques●     The turnover and percentage of leads which turn into customers in this model●     Replacement versus supplementation with automation●     Building a unique and valuable website●     The importance of focusing on content Resources/Links:LAWCLERK https://www.lawclerk.legal/LAWCLERK Attorney Resources https://www.lawclerk.legal/attorney-resources/ LAWCLERK's Ultimate Guide To Legal Outsourcing  https://content.lawclerk.legal/ultimate-guide-homepage Book a Demo with LAWCLERK https://content.lawclerk.legal/meetings/scheduled-meeting/homepage-scheduled-meeting-linkConnect with Stanley Tate https://www.tateesq.com/ Quotes:“The way we compete in a local market is that we compete on price, we don't compete on value.” – Stanley Tate“I realized that the total addressable market was really small because you're limited to what you can tackle in that geographical arena.” – Stanley Tate“My goal is to charge you enough to where I don't hate you for working on your project and you don't hate me for paying me too much to do this work.” – Stanley Tate“There was a time where I was doing 150-160 consults a week because I had my calendar open and I was just getting hit and I was booked eight wee

Doug and Daniel spoke about scaling your business with automation. You'll rapidly realize that there are only so many hours in a day when your business expands. You cannot duplicate yourself, nor can you be in two locations at once. However, what if there was a way to do more without working nonstop? Automation. By automating your company procedures, you may save time and concentrate on more crucial duties. However, how can you tell if automation is a good fit for your company? Learn more at https://www.hivemindcrm.io/ (www.hivemindcrm.io) Doug's business specializes in partnering with companies and non-profits to create value and capture cost savings without layoffs to fund growth and strengthen financial results.  You can find out more at http://www.terminalvalue.biz ( www.TerminalValue.biz) You can find the audio podcast feed athttp://www.terminalvaluepodcast.com ( www.TerminalValuePodcast.com) You can find the video podcast feed athttp://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV5a4QbT-dXhpgb-8HJHdGg ( )https://www.youtube.com/c/DougUtbergTerminalValue (https://www.youtube.com/c/DougUtbergTerminalValue) Schedule time with Doug to talk about your business at https://meetings.hubspot.com/meetdoug/30-minute-zoom-meeting (https://meetings.hubspot.com/meetdoug/30-minute-zoom-meeting) MOST INCREDIBLE FREE GIFT EVER!!! visit http://offer.terminalvalue.biz/mifge1663274008353 (offer.terminalvalue.biz)

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Heather McBroom. Heather is the CEO of Precision Services. She uses InsuredMine to help agencies streamline processes and take the headache out of setting up their agency for success. Episode Highlights: Heather shares that she and her mother have been in the industry since 1997. (1:32) Heather explains that insurance is something you need to pay attention to in order to be profitable. (5:03) Heather shares how she decided to create a one-note platform to be able to organize everything according to the needs of the business. (7:37) Heather explains that they have saved a lot of time by creating an automation that is in her voice and own brand. (10:37) Heather shares that she created a robust training program for her VAs that are in the Philippines that turned out very well. (12:53) Heather elaborates on being very selective about who she works with as part of her being strategic. (16:22) Heather shares that with the help of automation, they can work on the company culture for their clients. (19:04) Heather explains that the importance of automation is that we have the capability to do things, but we are limited in time. (22:29) Heather elaborates that with the help of automation, people's love and passion for their work and their company increase (23:55) Key Quotes: "I'm very selective about who I work with. And the reason is, I'm not going to give you all the tools and set you up for success, and then turn around and do that to a direct competitor." - Heather McBroom "Nothing that I offer is rocket science, right? We all know that we could have the capability to do this; it's the time that you don't have." - Heather McBroom "I mean, they're not out there doing sales, but they're out there doing something they're passionate about. And that increased, you know, their love for their job and for the company and increase the awareness of my company throughout the whole community." - Heather McBroom Resources Mentioned: Heather McBroom LinkedIn Precision Services Contact Teresa Kitchens Sterling Insurance Group

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Heather McBroom. Heather is the CEO of Precision Services. She uses InsuredMine to help agencies streamline processes and take the headache out of setting up their agency for success. Episode Highlights: Heather shares that she and her mother have been in the industry since 1997. (1:32) Heather explains that insurance is something you need to pay attention to in order to be profitable. (5:03) Heather shares how she decided to create a one-note platform to be able to organize everything according to the needs of the business. (7:37) Heather explains that they have saved a lot of time by creating an automation that is in her voice and own brand. (10:37) Heather shares that she created a robust training program for her VAs that are in the Philippines that turned out very well. (12:53) Heather elaborates on being very selective about who she works with as part of her being strategic. (16:22) Heather shares that with the help of automation, they can work on the company culture for their clients. (19:04) Heather explains that the importance of automation is that we have the capability to do things, but we are limited in time. (22:29) Heather elaborates that with the help of automation, people's love and passion for their work and their company increase (23:55) Key Quotes: "I'm very selective about who I work with. And the reason is, I'm not going to give you all the tools and set you up for success, and then turn around and do that to a direct competitor." - Heather McBroom "Nothing that I offer is rocket science, right? We all know that we could have the capability to do this; it's the time that you don't have." - Heather McBroom "I mean, they're not out there doing sales, but they're out there doing something they're passionate about. And that increased, you know, their love for their job and for the company and increase the awareness of my company throughout the whole community." - Heather McBroom Resources Mentioned: Heather McBroom LinkedIn Precision Services Contact Teresa Kitchens Sterling Insurance Group

If there's one thing business owners can agree on, it's that we could all use a little more time in our days. You're probably looking for ways to automate workflow and save time and money. Here at The Mentee Podcast, we know business owners wear many hats. Automation can help your business and give you back some precious minutes (or hours!) each day. In this episode, John Klingelhoets and I talk about robotic marketing and how it could help you obtain, farm, and convert leads. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation: Gather reliable data and leads. Follow your investment criteria carefully. Figure out how to try out a business idea. Make small pivots. Create and evolve your lists. Episode Highlights: [11:32] How to Find More Deals Build your own lists to find more deals. You can access public datasets, comb through them, and narrow them down according to your niche. [14:13] Property Management Get information from the current owner. Factor in the property management. Then try looking at the actual dollars and considering the debt coverage ratio as well. [21:10] From Handwritten to Automation  They tried to replicate what they were doing manually through automation. What's important is to get people to open the envelopes. If you have a business idea, figure out a way to try it. You can see business success in small pivots. [26:06] Writing Your Letter  A typewritten letter is recommended. Here are some guidelines: Use fonts that aren't too small or too big. Keep it short. Start with an introduction, the purpose of the letter, then a call to action. Make it feel personal. [29:26] Farming Your Leads Make sure your data is solid. Aim for 1000 to 1500 leads. Send mail at least every month. Keep evolving and mailing your list. And then look at the collective response rate in the long term. You can expect around a 1 to 2% response rate on your lists. Notable Quotes: [13:36] “We really just dove deep into the data and tried to just look at it in different ways. And the original source data, look at it in a little bit different ways that other people might not be.” [18:21] “If you're going to have to get financing on it, you want to make sure that you're going to smoothly go through that process and not have something that's just teetering on the edge.” [22:50] “What we did is we tried to really take the process we were doing manually and replicate it in a way that we could do it faster for ourselves.” [41:25] “If you do send normal direct mail, you're gonna get a horrible response rate. And what we found with robotic marketing is that when you send out a quality mail piece, you're getting at a minimum of about a 1% response rate at an absolute minimum.” Resources Mentioned: John Klingelhoets: https://www.instagram.com/johnklingelhoets/ (Instagram) and Email Robot Ink Marketing: https://www.robotinkmarketing.com/ (Website) and https://www.instagram.com/robotinkmarketing/ (Instagram)

On today's episode of The Daily Scoop Podcast, new guidance from the Cybersecruity and Infrastructure Security Agency on secure cloud migrations. The Social Security Administration will save $80 million per year because of its transition to the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions contract from the General Services Administration. Larry Allen, president of Allen Federal Business Partners, discusses the issues other agencies are having transitioning to EIS and what the future looks like for federal telecom contracts. Two components of the Department of Homeland Security are among the agencies that are using automation tools. At UiPath Together Public Sector 2022 produced by FedScoop, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Chief Technology Officer Rob Brown and Customs and Border Protection CTO Sunil Madughiri describe their strategies to cut backlogs using automation. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every weekday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. And if you like what you hear, please let us know in the comments.

Welcome to Practically Speaking, a show dedicated to highlighting practically genius ideas in less than 15 minutes. Get takeaways from Prabhjot Singh's Genius Spotlight episode on automation, like why process is the key to automating well. Lindsay and Ryan then dig into data from Formstack's State of Digital Maturity report. This week, they cover how the most optimized organizations use automation to improve the employee experience. Learn how automation can help make employees feel happier, less stressed, and more fulfilled.

How can IT admins thrive and keep continuing to improve the IT Department? We asked Jeff Bernt, security specialist in the Las Vegas area on how to use automation. Hear what he has to say in this new episode of Where's the Any Key?

Jacob Wells, who founded GiveSendGo in 2014 and is currently the CFO of the platform, called out GoFundMe and Big Tech for their "authoritarian style of social platforms." Experienced co-founder with a demonstrated history of working in the fundraising industry. Skilled in Team Building, Management, Start-ups, Leadership, and Marketing. Strong finance professional with a Bachelor's Degree focused in Accounting and Business/Management from Bay State College.Our Mission - Sharing the hope of Jesus through crowdfunding.Helpful Links·         www.givesendgo.com·         www.superherosidekick.com·         www.joelsmithcoach.com·         Check out our Podcast on YouTube here.·         Join the Superhero Sidekick Facebook page here.

Having more than one source of income is the best way to build and secure wealth.   Kay Kay Singh is a Microsoft-certified systems engineer turned real estate investor and entrepreneur. He's a GP in 5500 multifamily units, and the owner of several gas stations and ground-up laundromat builds. From doing proper due diligence to leveraging technology, Kay Kay shares the secrets to his success in these different spaces.    [00:01 - 08:16] Buying 40 Single-family Homes All At Once Kay Kay on his background and experience working with an old school owner Going on his own and incorporating technology into his process Why he transitioned to being a passive investor His plans for his gas station business   [08:17 - 13:28] Proper Due Diligence in Loans The importance of catering to investors  Investing with his own money Why they do non-recourse loans Doing everything from putting the risk money down to the asset management   [13:29 - 17:56] Using Automation in Business Seeing the need for a laundromat in his neighborhood Creating a card system to solve a problem Incentivizing customers to adapt How his customers are in a way working for him for free   [17:57 - 19:18] Closing Segment Reach out to Kay Kay!  Links Below Final Words Tweetable Quotes  “I'm very good at communication. When somebody texts me, emails me, calls me, I try to answer their calls as soon as possible. So I'm trying to do my best to cater to my investors, and that way, I can raise capital easily for my deals.” - Kay Kay Singh “I don't have my investors in the deal if I can't invest my own money because my investors are my net worth. So I have to be very careful. I'm not deal-hungry, so I'm not getting on every deal that that comes across my desk. ” - Kay Kay Singh “I looked at everything and I tried to do my best to get everything in and make the customers happy and also provide something different.” - Kay Kay Singh ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Kay Kay Singh through the Grow Rich Capital website.   Resource Mentioned: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Connect with me:   I love helping others place money outside of traditional investments that both diversify a strategy and provide solid predictable returns.     Facebook   LinkedIn   Like, subscribe, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on.  Thank you for tuning in!   Email me → sam@brickeninvestmentgroup.com Want to read the full show notes of the episode? Check it out below: Kay Kay Singh  00:00 I wanted to give something good back to the community as well. So I bought that lot and built it from ground up. And it's a card system and bigger machines. And I did one year of research before building it. So I had looked at every aspect, every equipment that is needed, and even 15 years from now.   Intro  00:24 Welcome to the How to Scale Commercial Real Estate Show. Whether you are an active or passive investor, we'll teach you how to scale your real estate investing business into something big.     Sam Wilson  00:36 Kay Kay Singh is a Microsoft-certified Systems Engineer turn successful multi-business owner and a real estate investor. Kay Kay, welcome to the show.    Kay Kay Singh  00:45 Thank you so much for having me on your show, Sam.   Sam Wilson  00:48 Pleasure's mind. Three questions I ask every guest who comes on the show in 90 seconds or less. Can you tell me where did you start? Where are you now? And how did you get there?   Kay Kay Singh  00:56 I started in real estate in 2015 by buying a portfolio of 40 single-family houses now. I'm a partner in 5500 multifamily units. And to get there, I started investing passively when I bought this portfolio, I started investing passively with the other partner, other syndicators and then learn from there and transition to the GP-side back about four years ago.   Sam Wilson  01:26 That is a heck of a leap into real estate. Most people don't buy 40 single-family homes all at once, what gave you the confidence to say, Hey, this is this is something I think I can execute on.   Kay Kay Singh  01:40 The guy who sold us is from our community, very respected guy and is a senior citizen, and he wanted to return, he promised me so many things that I can decline.    Sam Wilson  01:52 He promised you so many things. What does that mean?    Kay Kay Singh  01:55 That means he gave me a good deal, number one. And the second thing, he promised that I don't have to spend a penny to get down the portfolio. So kind of self-financing. And the third thing, he said, I will train you for a year.    Sam Wilson  02:11 Wow.    Kay Kay Singh  02:12 Not all things happened. He changed his mind about the seller financing. And we had to go to the bank to get a seller financing. But in trade of that I got a one house free. And also when he started training me, he was old school. So he was doing everything with a pen and pencil. I didn't like doing that. Being a Microsoft-certified System Engineer. I wanted to use the technology available these days to manage my properties. So I let him go after 10 days of ownership.   Sam Wilson  02:49 So the year deal didn't really matter if he was there. You said hey, I figured it out pretty fast and said I can do this better after 10 days.    Kay Kay Singh  02:58 Yes.   Sam Wilson  02:59 What were some of the things you implemented? Obviously getting off pen and paper was one of them. But what were some other things that you looked at and said, Man, I can do that better.    Kay Kay Singh  03:06 Most of it was technology. So I read online and bought us property software, property management software and a lot of other technology. Everything was paperless. So I made everything paperless and convenient. I didn't have to sit in the office. Also with by signing the property management software, everybody was paying online. Or I had a lockbox, they could drop a money order check over the lockbox too, so I didn't have to be there. First thing I made myself independent because at that time, I was managing a gas station and a laundromat. So I didn't have time to sit there in the hours and wait for the tenants to come and pay the rent and tell me all the stories they have.   Sam Wilson  03:51 Right. Yeah. Were there any other surprises when you took that portfolio over?    Kay Kay Singh  03:56 Not really, because he was very honest and telling us everything he had. And I did work some of the properties. I didn't work all the properties. And he was very transparent.    Sam Wilson  04:09 Wow, that's unusual. Good for you.   Kay Kay Singh  04:12 There weren't any deferred maintenance either.    Sam Wilson  04:14 Wow. That's fantastic. You quickly transitioned though, to being a passive investor in multifamily. What was the thinking or what was the impetus to do that?    Kay Kay Singh  04:26 When I started the real estate, I thought, Okay, now at that time, I had eight gas stations and a couple of laundromats and I thought okay, now we won't have to pay any income tax because we are in the real estate business, but we ended up paying more tax. And then I thought okay, I thought we can be in the real estate business and not pay any tax but I'm ending up paying more tax. So I checked up with my account and I started researching myself. And then I came through the word syndication and passive investment I've never thought of before. But then I immediately invested with one of the syndicators in Indianapolis, where you are from. So that was my first investment. And I started learning from there. And then I invested heavily passively.    Sam Wilson  05:18 What caused your taxes to go up when you acquired 40? Houses? I mean, those are no depreciation, no...    Kay Kay Singh  05:25 Because there was no, we didn't get any costs. Actually, I didn't even know there is any cost segregation or anything at that time. So my taxes went up, because we've made a lot of income from those properties.    Sam Wilson  05:40 Right. Interesting. Okay, yikes. Yeah. And so then you said, Alright, so I can figure this passive investment thing out, what's your long term, what's your long term plan in real estate investing, like, you go fat 10 years from now, where do you want to be?   Kay Kay Singh  05:55 I still partner with other people and do deals, and I want to do my own deals at some point. I have sold for gas stations last year, I'm trying to get little stuff off my plate before I jump in by myself. I have been partnering with other good operators and doing deals for the last four years.   Sam Wilson  06:17 You sold four gas stations, gas stations seemed like one of those things that especially in a time, you know, in a high inflationary environment, that would be a very nice asset to own because your product gets repriced daily, is that not a fair assumption? Or am I missing something there?   Kay Kay Singh  06:34 I don't think so. Because there is a labor problem too. So you can keep up to date with the rising prices, sometimes you end up selling cheaper, the wholesalers have a lot of more infrastructure than we do at the gas station level. So they can raise the prices with one click of a button but we have to bring all the stuff into the office, scan them and change the pricer and all that. So we don't have that kind of technology. And we cannot afford that kind of technology to keep up. So sometimes we end up selling cheaper stuff, we don't get time to update the pricing on daily basis.   Sam Wilson  07:12 Interesting. So that sounds like one thing maybe you didn't like about the gas station business. What were some other things in it that are maybe given you like, Hey, I think there's more opportunity elsewhere?   Kay Kay Singh  07:23 No that I didn't like I have been in the gas station business for 22 years. I still own several gas stations. But I think it's time to get out of it because I'm getting old. And gas station needs a lot of daily work. So I think real estate is much better, where you can work from anywhere. I mean, gas stations, I've really done work during the last 22 years in the gas station business. I'm not saying anything about the gas station. That's all we knew about seven years back, I'm trying to get some stuff off my plate so that I can focus more on multifamily only.    Sam Wilson  08:03 That is really cool. I love when people have multiple income streams when you're in, you know, obviously multiple businesses, things that generate revenue, because it gives you a perspective other people maybe don't have. So you love real estate, you love what it does for you. But you've come in on the passive investment side, and then you've come in on other 5500 units on the general partner side. It sounds like you'd like you said your long term goal then is to be the active sponsor. What are things you're doing right now as part of the general partnership where it's a good relationship for you and your other partners?   Kay Kay Singh  08:38 I focus on capital raising, and I do have the network to sign loans, etc. So I'm on KP on a lot of deals as well. But I kind of I have a passion. I'm a people person I have built trust over these 22 years I've been here in United States, I'm very good at communication. When somebody has they text me email me call me. I try to answer their calls as soon as possible, etc. So I'm trying to do my best to cater to my investors. And that way I can raise capital easily for my deals.    Sam Wilson  09:16 Talk to us about the loan guarantor side that's not something we spend a lot of time talking about, what are things that you are seeing on the loan guarantor side you'd like and what are things that concern you about it?    Kay Kay Singh  09:28 Of course, there is a liability, there's a risk, but I do my proper due diligence before I sign the loan, I don't want to put my net worth and that gives me confidence and I invest my own money in every deal. And that gives a less, I don't have my investors in the deal if I can't invest my own money, because that is, my investors are my net worth. So I have to be very careful. I'm not deal-hungry, so I'm not getting on every deal that comes across my desk. I do my own due diligence, I do underwrite by myself. If I like the deal, if I like the market, if I like the sponsors, then only I do the deal.   Sam Wilson  10:11 When you're a loan guarantor, are you doing non-recourse loans only?    Kay Kay Singh  10:17 Yes, because we do larger properties. So those are always non-recourse loans. And also, by signing the loan, you are on the right side of the law. And also I'm because legally, you cannot only raise capital, right? So I'm signing the loans, putting the earnest money in doing going to the due diligence and attending the asset management calls and everything. So to be a part and that way, I have more confidence on the property, because I'm on their weekly calls every week and know a lot what's going on the property, etc, that I can communicate with my investors.    Sam Wilson  10:57 Yeah, I mean, I think it's interesting, obviously, on the loan guarantor side, because the lender wants to make sure that even if the property doesn't perform that there is a balance sheet, that or balance sheet partner, obviously can come on and cover that debt if for some reason the loan, or the property isn't producing enough income to cover the debt. I think it's also intriguing when you get into these situations where it's non-recourse, so even if you decide yourself, you're not going to pay it, they can't necessarily come after you. So it's kind of an interesting mix of like, why do they even need a loan guarantor, right?    Kay Kay Singh  11:30 Well, if something goes wrong, there are cards in those recourse loans, too. So if something goes wrong, they can still come after you. And they're gonna have you send your quarterly, your bank balances and all that quarterly. They want to make sure that the backup is good enough.   Sam Wilson  11:49 Right. Right. No. Understood. Understood. Yeah. I mean, there's always the bad boy, we call the bad boy carve out. Yeah. Right. So if you guys do something not supposed to do, which, I mean, obviously, that puts a lot of that means you have to have a lot of trust in your other partners, that they're gonna behave ethically, morally take care of everyone in the process, and not things they shouldn't be doing. What is a typical structure? I've heard all sorts of different structures on a loan guarantor side tell us, maybe you know what you see the typical structure for a loan guarantor when you come on as a general partner.   Kay Kay Singh  12:23 So I do not go as a KP only, right. So I can talk much about the structure for KP, because I do everything from putting the risk money down to the asset management. So I don't just go and sign loans for other people and then get a piece of the pie. But I have heard it, it's like 10% to 15%. I have heard other people and they're looking for KPS, they're offering 10 to 15. And I have been offered several times, but I just don't sign the loans.    Sam Wilson  12:58 Right. Right. That answers I think that answered that question very well, thanks for taking the time to kind of break that little nuance to this business down because I think people when they're scaling, they often have that question. They're like, well, you know, we could take this deal down, we understand it well enough, but maybe they're not far enough along in the business where they have that balance sheet to back it up. So go find bringing on a balance sheet partner a loan guarantor is, you know, an excellent way to take down some of these larger assets, especially early on, let's talk a little bit about the laundromat business. You and I are have this in common. And I think it's a fun again, it's a fun diversification outside of potentially real estate, but you guys have done because I know you've built some ground up. Is that right?    Kay Kay Singh  13:44 Yes.    Sam Wilson  13:45 Okay, can you tell us a little bit about the business, what you like about it, and where you see it going to backup back in 2012? When it was so I had an empty lot sitting by my gas station, somebody owned, so I decided there was a laundromat down the street, a block away. And they used to come and get quarters from us. And they were always complaining about the laundromat. Right then it took their quarters and all that stuff. So it stuck to my mind that we need a laundromat in this neighborhood and I had been in this neighborhood for 12 years where that gas station that was my first gas station. So I wanted to give something good back to the community as well. So I bought that lot and built it from ground up. And it's a card system and bigger machines. And I did one year of research before building it. So I had looked at every aspect, every equipment that is needed, and even 15 years from now. So I looked at everything and I tried to do my best to get everything in and make the customers happy and and also provide something different than what other laundromats in Fort Wayne provided. And I did that.   Sam Wilson  15:05 When you say you went to a card system, you know most people think of laundromats or putting quarters in the machines is yours only card?   Kay Kay Singh  15:13 Only card.   Sam Wilson  15:14 Interesting. So you've eliminated the need to go in and collect quarters out of all these machines every week. If you found any, we're gonna get nuanced here. But if you found any potential loss of revenue, because people come in and they want to spend quarters in the machines, are they expect to have a coin laundry?    Kay Kay Singh  15:34 No, we haven't. And I was a little skeptical in the beginning that people might not like just the court system. And it happened, a lot of people would walk to the laundromat, and then when they see all we have to have a card, they would go away. So for the very first year, I had the employees. So I trained my employees, because it was by our gas station. So I spent some time there to, to educate the customers, right, we gave them $5 for registration of the card. So if somebody walked into the store with a bunch of quarters and say, hey, oh, I have only borders and machine doesn't take orders, those machines don't take orders, they take bills, or they take credit card, our slightly take them to the gas station, I'm not saying that money into bills, and then would buy them a card and then have them register and the machine-like throws flowers and says, Hey, you have one $5 And they would be happy. And at the end of the day, they would be happy customers when they walk out of the laundromat.   Sam Wilson  16:42 Right. And that goes back to the automation thing of getting tenants to pay either digitally, or just eliminating some of those typical, you know, things that you're finding with the old school pen and paper guy you bought your first set of single-family houses from and I think that's the name of the game in this business is constantly finding innovations and inefficiencies. So when you bought some multifamily complex user management and efficiencies or 40 houses, you know, what are the inefficiencies that in problems we can solve. The other cool thing I think on those in it's the same way with the card system, it cuts out a lot of labor and risk. You know, there's cash and card games. The other thing it does, obviously, I think it gives you it gives you float, the whole gift card, you know business is a racket, people are always leaving 1, 2, 3 $4 on a card and then throwing it away. And that's just free revenue.    Kay Kay Singh  17:30 And then on top of that, you have your customer working for you for free. So they are the ones training the new customers, right? So when they walk in, they don't know what to do. So the customers will take them to the extender and show them how to get a card and everything. So they're working for you while they're there for free.    Sam Wilson  17:52 It's beautiful. It's a beautiful thing. Kay Kay, I love it. I appreciate you coming on the show today. This has been a lot of fun just hearing about your vast business experience. You know owning 40 single-family homes now being a general partner in 5500 units, owning eight gas stations, several ground-up laundromat builds I mean, you've got your hands on a lot of things and I love just the entrepreneurial spirit and the hustle that you bring to the table, certainly appreciate you coming on. If our listeners want to get in touch with you or learn more about you what is the best way to do that?   Kay Kay Singh  18:21 We have a website, the name is growtichcapital.com The name I got from here. Grow Rich Capital and I would advise your audience to read, definitely read this book. This will change your life.    Sam Wilson  18:37 I love it. Yeah, that's Think and Grow Rich. If you're listening to this, he's showing us Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. Love the fact you just borrowed the name and called it Grow Rich Capital.    Sam Wilson  18:46 Kay Kay, thank you for your time today. I do appreciate it. Look forward in here soon.    Kay Kay Singh  18:50 Thank you so much for having me, Sam.   Sam Wilson  18:52 Hey, thanks for listening to the How to Scale Commercial Real Estate Podcast. If you can do me a favor and subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, whatever platform it is you use to listen, if you can do that for us, that would be a fantastic help to the show. It helps us both attract new listeners as well as rank higher on those directories so appreciate you listening. Thanks so much and hope to catch you on the next episode.

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