Many appraisers are running small, 1-2 person, shops.  Some appraisers want to grow their businesses again.  Craig is an example of an appraiser who has done just that.  

Dustin just finished a great book by Greg McKeown called Essentialism.  It is about what you might guess, given the title; the essentials.  We spend a great deal of our day dealing with stuff (physical and mental) that really does not matter.  This book teaches how to recognize it and focus on what is truly important.  

In Episode 059, Rob Bodkin shared with us a bit about his life's journey and how he loved being a staff appraiser.  Well, Rob is now back to fee appraising.  Why?  What happened and what was the transition like?  

What do two types of fertilizer/weed killer have to do with appraisals?  Not much, but they have everything to do with running a successful appraisal office.  

It is a common mistake appraisal business owners make; they hire the best, train them well, and then leave them alone.  No matter how good your employees and contractors are, this is a recipe for disaster.  In this episode, Dustin gives some helpful tips on how you can stay in touch with your appraisal staff and keep your business running smoothly.  

Craig is not your typical appraiser.  He has two branches and is looking to add a third.  He is a professional in every sense of the word and is heavily involved in making the appraisal profession a better place.  Every appraiser who is interested in growth should listen to this episode.  

When you find something that works, it is easy to slip into a mindset that is unfair.  You start to think it works without trial and error and that it works the same for everyone.  Dustin does his best to teach true principles, but sometimes forgets that it does not happen overnight.  

What is it like to appraise in the Great White North?  Leigh shares some crazy stories and why appraising in Canada is different than in the US.  

What does it mean to have integrity?  How can we better do what we say we will do as appraisers?