Delegate That! Podcast

In this episode of the Delegate That! Podcast, business owner Daniel Schiermeyer from Suds N Shine Car Wash and Affordable Mini Storage shares how delegation transformed his work-life balance. He explains the systems he built to manage multiple businesses while joining a startup as a product lead. From virtual assistants to streamlined operations, Daniel highlights how the right support frees up time for growth. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Delegation frees mental space for strategic thinking, enabling leaders to focus on scaling businesses instead of drowning in operational details."

Meet the guest: Daniel Schiermeyer is a business owner of Suds N Shine Car Wash and Affordable Mini Storage, with a background in manufacturing engineering. He also serves as product lead at Keep it Simple Storage, developing innovative smart locks for the storage industry. With extensive experience in delegation and team building, Daniel focuses on creating systems that allow businesses to grow while reducing owner workload.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:46) Introduction
• (02:02) Transition to entrepreneurship
• (03:19) Startup product development
• (04:54) Delegating business tasks
• (06:44) Hiring virtual assistants
• (08:38) Building operating systems
• (23:16) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of Delegate That! Podcast, Derek Tellier, real estate agent and short-term rental operator, shares how he built a self-sufficient business using virtual assistants and AI. With experience managing Harley-Davidson service departments, Derek outlines how leadership, process building, and smart delegation drive operational success. Learn how to scale and reclaim your time with the right systems. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Owning the company means overseeing strategy, but most day-to-day operations can be handled by the right team with minimal oversight.”

Meet the guest: Derek Tellier brings 20+ years of management experience from the automotive industry into real estate and short-term rental operations. Now a licensed realtor in Tennessee, he owns and runs 12 short-term rentals through a lean team powered by virtual assistants and AI.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:32) Introduction
• (03:11) Delegating to VAs
• (06:27) Managing rental teams
• (10:48) Hiring the right VA
• (14:36) AI support for VAs
• (18:43) SOPs and systems
• (25:24) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of Delegate That! Podcast, Adam Roach, founder of I Love Coaching Co., shares practical delegation frameworks that have helped him scale multiple successful businesses. He explains the critical role of hiring right, structuring leadership, and building trust with your team to achieve operational fluidity. Learn how identifying talent and applying effective systems can create time freedom. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Trying to do everything alone eventually exposes leadership flaws and burns out even the most driven entrepreneurs."

Meet the guest: Adam Roach is the founder and visionary CEO of I Love Coaching Co., a global community helping coaches build profitable, scalable businesses. With over two decades of experience across real estate, SaaS, and leadership, Adam focuses on systems that enhance team alignment and time management.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:32) Introduction
• (03:14) Delegation failures
• (05:54) Leadership transformation
• (11:36) Hiring with intent
• (13:43) Tools and frameworks
• (20:39) Managing visionary energy
• (27:22) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Delegate That! Podcast, Shawn Stratton, Business Optimization Specialist at Schooley Mitchell, explains how delegating cost management to experts can uncover hidden savings and boost business profitability. He shares how his team helps businesses audit key expenses, optimize vendor contracts, and increase operational efficiency, often without switching providers. Discover how small changes in overlooked areas can drive big results. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Any leader who develops a strong tolerance for adversity and uncertainty will be better equipped to navigate unpredictable challenges."

Meet the guest: Shawn Stratton is a Business Optimization Specialist at Schooley Mitchell, where he helps businesses across North America reduce operating expenses by an average of 28%. With a background in expedition leadership and strategic consulting, he now combines his experience to assist business leaders in saving time and money.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:49) Introduction
• (01:53) Expense audit process
• (06:06) Business cost categories
• (17:13) Delegating to experts
• (20:56) Franchise system benefits
• (12:07) Leadership through adversity
• (26:04) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of Delegate That! Podcast, Corey Robinson, CEO & Co-Founder of Wise Scale, shares how he scaled his business ventures from managing multiple Batteries Plus franchises to helping entrepreneurs optimize their operations through fractional leadership. He discusses the challenges of growing businesses, the importance of delegation, and how systems like EOS and AI-powered tools can drive efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"The key to business growth is being able to step out of the weeds and focus on high-level strategic decisions."

Meet the guest: Corey Robinson is the CEO & Co-Founder of Wise Scale, a fractional Chief Operating Officer business designed to help small businesses optimize operations. With experience in scaling businesses like Batteries Plus, Corey brings a wealth of knowledge in business management, leadership development, and system implementation.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:43) Introduction
• (05:07) Buying into a franchise
• (07:38) Delegating and growing leadership
• (09:59) Identifying performance issues
• (16:57) Landscaping business
• (19:31) Wise Scale
• (23:09) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Delegate That! Podcast, Mike McCarthy, Co-Founder of GoBundance and Regional Operating Partner at Keller Williams Realty, shares his approach to scaling leadership, hiring smarter, and building legacy-driven organizations. He breaks down practical delegation strategies, his I-We-They framework, and how to recruit and empower the right people. Learn how to structure high-performing teams for long-term growth. Listen now on all major platforms!

“You have to give up the idea that you're the only one who can do what you do, because someone out there can do it better.”

Meet the guest: Mike McCarthy holds decades of experience as a business leader and community builder. A serial entrepreneur and family-focused leader, Mike is the Co-Founder of GoBundance and Regional Operating Partner for Keller Williams Realty's Greater Pennsylvania Region. With a background in real estate operations and team scaling, he shares his expertise on building values-driven organizations and effective delegation systems.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:51) Introduction
• (06:06) Hiring best practices
• (11:12) Filtering strong candidates
• (16:35) Structuring leadership teams
• (23:22) Managing in down markets
• (34:52) Training through delegation
• (40:03) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Delegate That! Podcast, Pasha Esfandiary, CEO of Evoke Capital, shares how he scaled from zero to 3,000 mobile home community lots in just three years. He talks about strategic hiring, leadership alignment, and operational excellence that support rapid growth. Discover how his poker background shaped his decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms!

"We empower people to take ownership, don’t ask for permission, show us why you made the call."

Meet the guest: Pasha Esfandiary, CEO of Evoke Capital, transitioned from professional poker to real estate, building a $350M+ portfolio by mastering mobile home community investing. With a passion for emotional intelligence and systems-driven leadership, Pasha emphasizes strategic delegation and operational clarity. He holds deep expertise in scalable real estate models and personal development.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:32) Introduction
• (01:24) Scaling through syndication
• (03:07) Speed of execution
• (05:47) Operational structure
• (08:14) Hiring for leadership
• (18:42) Results-based management
• (30:16) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Delegate That! In a podcast, Matthias Gruenwald, a full-time real estate investor, shares how he scaled from a duplex to over 600 mobile home units in just four years. He explains his vertically integrated property management model, his step-by-step approach to delegation, and how to systematize operations for sustainable growth. Learn what KPIs matter most and how to build a resilient remote team. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Delegating the first task should focus on repetitive, low-value activities that drain energy and offer minimal business return."

Meet the guest: Matthias Gruenwald is a full-time real estate investor and the Managing Partner of WCG Communities, where he oversees over 600 units across mobile home parks, multifamily properties, and RV parks. Originally from Germany, Matthias brings operational discipline from his background as a COO in automotive manufacturing. He applies those skills to transform underperforming assets into strong investments.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:30) Introduction
• (01:45) Delegating first tasks
• (04:01) Scaling from duplex
• (07:05) KPI-driven delegation
• (08:45) Systemizing with AI
• (10:57) Building lean teams
• (20:12) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of the Delegate That! Podcast, David Melzer, President of Property Claims Consultant, shares how he transitioned from insurance adjuster to business owner, scaling his team while mastering the art of delegation. He reveals the tools and systems that helped him shift from burnout to balance, including time audits, hiring strategies, and backend optimization. Learn how delegation shaped his business growth. Listen now on all major platforms!

"I was spending over 20 hours a week on repetitive administrative tasks not aligned with operational strengths."

Meet the guest: David Melzer is the President of Property Claims Consultant, where he leads a team of licensed public adjusters advocating for clients across California. With over a decade of experience inside major insurance companies, he now helps policyholders navigate complex claims and recover the compensation they deserve.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:56) Introduction
• (04:07) Time audit strategy
• (07:51) Hiring with intention
• (14:22) SOP system challenges
• (21:07) Letting the team go
• (25:25) Delegation for growth
• (33:28) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Website: WiseVAs

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In this episode of the Delegate That! Podcast, investor, and entrepreneur Brad Cornell breaks down the tough lessons he learned transitioning from solopreneur to business owner with a thriving, fully delegated team. He shares how a burned-out truck became the catalyst for firing his entire staff, hiring a GM, and rebuilding operations from the ground up. Learn how intentional delegation saved his business. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Without a strong team culture, even the best business systems will eventually fail to sustain performance."

Meet the guest: Brad Cornell brings years of entrepreneurial experience in the service industries and real estate. As the current president of Valley Sweeping and Llenroc Capital, Brad focuses on operational efficiency, remote team management, and long-term business growth.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:30) Introduction
• (05:21) Business acquisition lessons
• (08:17) Delegation mistakes
• (10:43) Operating out-of-state
• (15:22) Team restructuring strategies
• (23:41) Scaling operations remotely
• (34:46) Closing thoughts

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Website: WiseVAs

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