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Do you believe that people can change? “A leopard doesn’t change its spots” is a popular phrase used in conversations about whether people can truly change the way they are, the things they believe, and the way they behave.

On today’s episode of Lessons in Life and Leadership, I’m discussing wither people truly can change the way they are, or whether the idea that people can change is nothing more than a dream. I’m also discussing how you can deal with changes that you don’t like or don’t approve of as well as how to deal with company policy changes that you do not agree with within your organization and how to help your company find resolve these issues.

On Today’s Episode of Lessons in Life and Leadership:

The difference between behavior changes and core-self changesHow to help someone change their behaviorHow to handle changes you do not like or do not approve ofAddressing company complaints with helpful solutionsThe difference between effectiveness and efficiency

 

 

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Different restoration companies offer different cleaning services. Among these many services, fire and water damage are the ones that demand much work and careful cleaning. Today’s guest, Jessica Callan, talks about her journey from being an adjuster to owning the restoration company, On Call Restoration, a cleanup company she established with her husband in 2016 that deals primarily with fire and water damage.

Jessica shares how the restoration industry appealed to her while she was still in college. She also talks about the responsibilities she did in claims management that helped her determine the foundation of her restoration company and the factors that urged her to pursue this business.

 

“I’m just trying to make a living and make the restoration industry look better because there’s plenty of them out there who just don’t do it right.” - Jessica Callan

 

 

In This Episode of Adjuster Talk:

Why marketing a restoration company is the most fun type of sales and marketing for JessicaThe process - from start to finish - when dealing with water damageWhy cleaning and storing things on-site is a much better option versus transporting them to another locationWhat made Jessica jump from restoration services to handling claims and vice versaHow Jessica and her husband started their own companyAreas where Jessica conducts their business

On today’s episode of Your Money, Your Business, Your Life, I’m getting down-right personal about what it really takes to make room in your life for new opportunities and new success. Sometimes, we allow fear to hold us back from achieving the amazing things we want to accomplish in life. And, just like when you buy new clothes – sometimes, you must get rid of the old comfortable sweatpants or and the hole-ridden t-shirts to make room for new, beautiful things.

Your money, your business, and your life are just like your wardrobe – sometimes you need to get rid of the old to make room for the new and improved. Today, I’m going to share with you how closing the door to a highly successful business that I built from the ground up has allowed new doors of opportunity to open. I’m going to explain why it’s important for you to take a close look at the things you are doing every day – the things that feel comfortable to you – and decide whether you’re doing them simply because they feel comfortable, or if you should consider closing that door to make room for new opportunities.

This Week on the Your Money, Your Business, Your Life Podcast:

How to recognize when it’s time to step back and close old doors.Creating a plan for where you want to go – and taking the courageous steps to get there.Sometimes we’re so focused on what we are doing that new opportunities fly by us without recognition.When you worry, you swarm yourself in negativity which results in attracting more negativity.How you can create opportunities for the future you want.Stop saying “easy for you to say.” It comes from a place of fear. Turn it into “Yes, I can.”

Valerie Waters is a personal trainer in Hollywood and has been sculpting celebrity bodies for over 20 years. She started getting into fitness when she was still in high school and trained for track & field. She fell in love with strength training as she found weight lifting as a form of stress relief, which she said really helped when she was stressed over high school issues.

Her first job was as a gym membership sales agent, but she barely got anything out of it. It wasn’t until she got hired as a personal trainer did her career start to flourish. Even though her experience mostly came from working with people for thousands of hours, she was known to get people into shape. She would eventually land a gig with Cindy Crawford, the first of her long list of celebrity clients.

Today, Valerie shares with us how she got to where she is right now, the difference between celebrities and average clients, her thoughts on how to motivate people to achieve their goals, and why she thinks it’s okay to not be as hardcore as most people are.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Celebrities are like us except they get more motivated when they get a movie offer.She figures out the strategy for busy people. Even if people were pressed with time, so long as the motivation is there it will work.People have to be taught the lifestyle. Food is to be enjoyed and it's okay to be not so hardcore. You just have to be alright with only having a certain level of fitness versus what you could have if you raised it up a notch or two.To get to the next level, doing more of the same thing won't work. You got to take it up a notch.

Vance Crowe has a fascinating agricultural success story. Although he grew up in Central Illinois, he did not grow up on a farm or study agriculture in college. However, through a series of unique experiences he is now the Director of Millennial Engagement with Monsanto.

Most of you have probably heard of Monsanto, and may even hold strong opinions about the work that they do. Listen to Vance. He is a thoughtful, articulate, intelligent ambassador for the future of agriculture. I am honored to have him on the podcast.

In addition to discussing AgVocacy (advocacy + Ag….apparently spell check acknowledges it as a word...Cool!), we discuss dedicating your career to solving problems and seeking truth. Enjoy this fascinating interview.

Follow Vance on Twitter@vancecrowe.

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Welcome to part 2 of Flip Talk’s first Q & A session. In the last episode, we introduced you to Tiffany Walker, a wholesale real estate investor on the eastern coast of the United States. She’s looking to expand her business into the house flipping side of the industry and reached out to us with several questions about how to get started in renovating homes to flip.

Today, we’re discussing how to work with contractors, setting standards and building relationships with contractors when you’re just starting out, as well as how to monitor and negotiate your expenses while working with contractors.

 

It’s very important to set the standard up front when working with contractors.

 

On Today’s Episode of Flip Talk:

Home rehab draw schedules and how we work with contractors.Contractor and contract law and why it is critical to educate yourself on your area’s laws.How to obtain repair and rehab cost estimates.Why we create detailed preferred material lists and “back up” material lists for our contractors to refer to.Building demeanor and relationships with contractors from the beginning.Why you shouldn’t purchase building materials for your rehab project.Contractor permits – who should pull them?

What would you do if you were in the position of deciding whether to leave your career behind to follow your heart and move to another country to be with the person you loved? What about if you were at your job for several years, but never received a raise? How would you handle situations like these?

On today’s episode of Lessons in Life and Leadership, I am addressing these issues and many others. I am sharing my thoughts on how to properly, and professionally, quit your job without burning any bridges. I am also sharing why it is important to go with your gut instead of your heart when deciding whether to give up your career to be with the person you love, how to ask for a raise as well as what to do if your boss refuses to give you one.

 

“Go with your gut.”

 

On Today’s Episode of Lessons in Life and Leadership:

Choosing a relationship over advancing your career and what you should consider before making a decisionAsking your boss for a raise and how to handle an answer you may not want to hearHow to handle unbalanced, high company expectationsThe best way to leave a job in good condition

On today’s episode of Adjuster Talk, I’m chatting with two guys who are considering becoming property insurance adjusters. James and Matt work together at a building company; both have a goal to become a property insurance adjuster. They join me on the show to ask some common and in-depth questions about how to get started in the adjusting industry.

In this interview, we discuss how to transition from your full-time job into an independent insurance adjusting career, some of the risks involved in making the transition, and common fears and obstacles you may experience and overcome. We also discuss the financial and personal pro’s and con’s you may want to consider before leaving your job as well as how to market your services once you launch your new career.

 

“Claims managers are always going to be your best ally.” – Jason Heenan

 

In This Episode of Adjuster Talk:

What to consider before jumping into the adjusting worldDeciding whether to work nationwide, statewide, or stay localMaking the first 8 hours of your working day your most productiveHow to network to get on adjuster rosters

 

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

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Today with high interest rates and reduced credit limits, monitoring your credit score is vitally important. Your credit score fluctuates frequently. With every major purchase you make, every line of credit you apply for, it impacts your overall score.

Anyone who has heard me speak at various events and conferences likely already know my story – how my passion and motivation to educate others about managing their finances really started and ignited after my son, Philip, went to Arizona State University and found himself in debt with credit card companies.

Today, Philip joins me on the show to share how he improved his credit score and what he did that may help you benefit and learn from his experiences. He shares his insight and tips on the five key areas that impact your credit score and explains the difference between “Good Credit,” “Okay Credit,” and “Bad Credit,” and what you can do to start improving your credit score.

On This Week’s Episode:

Phillip shares the 5 key areas that impact your credit score the most.He explains the difference between good credit, bad credit, and “okay” credit.We talk about the impact that frequent credit checks can have on your overall score.He explains the different types of credit and why it is good to have different types of credit.Phillip explains how having no credit or no debt can negatively impact your credit score.We discuss why it’s important to request your credit report yearly and how it can help you monitor or avoid identity theft.

 

The 5 Primary Areas That Impact Your Credit Score:

Payment HistoryAmount OwedCredit HistoryTypes of CreditNew Credit