Join Todd Miller of Isaiah Industries and co-host Seth Heckman as they delve into the world of construction and home improvement with industry legend Joe Talmon. Discover Joe's journey from B2B sales to becoming a pivotal figure in the home improvement sector. Learn about his strategies for building high-performing sales teams, the importance of marketing efficiency, and the keys to sustaining organizational growth. Joe also shares his insights on leadership, team training, and creating a successful and people-focused business culture. This episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiring stories that will benefit anyone in the home improvement and construction industries.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:14 A Legendary Guest: Joe Talmon

02:22 Joe's Journey into Home Improvement

06:33 Building a High-Performance Sales Team

10:53 Overcoming Challenges in the 80s

20:19 Turning Around Window Works

31:48 The Valley of Death: Recognizing and Avoiding Complacency

33:17 The Importance of Continuous Training

34:06 Challenges in the Home Improvement Industry

34:29 Effective Sales Training and Management

37:06 Marketing Efficiency and Data Analysis

39:47 Defining and Achieving Business Goals

45:56 Networking and Learning from Others

48:56 Rapid Fire Questions with Joe

55:38 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Guest Bio

Joe Talmon has a 40-year background in all areas of the home improvement industry. His earliest training started with Rainbow vacuum cleaners where he first learned the value of a high-powered sales presentation. He co-founded an Ohio company that was regarded as the largest hi-end vinyl replacement window company in Ohio for many years and was eventually sold to an investment group.

He subsequently joined Dave Yoho Associates as a Senior Consultant and is recognized for his systematic approach to improving sales performace and making businesses more profitable, Joe has a relatable speaking style that combines humor and scientifically proven training and has been a featured speaker across the country.

Joe has developed sales, marketing, and training programs for large and mid-sized industry companies from coast to coast and brings a rarely seen passion for business. He was most recently the COO and managing partner of WindowWorks in Chicago a company he took over and rebuilt to a powerhouse local brand with sales of nearly $60 million annually and it was sold to a major private equity group.

Connect with Joe Online

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joetalmon/

Email: [email protected]



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