In this episode, Chris & Chris discuss prescriptions. We use "Prescriptions" in the PRESS PLAY model. And not by coincidence. We use it because it accurately describes what you should do as a tech. Just like a doctor, you should prescribe a treatment that is your professional recommendation. This is your prescription.

This week on the podcast, Chris Elmore and his everlasting forever sidekick, Chris Loudermilk, introduce you to the newest Service Excellence Training team member, Kenny Smith. Kenny brings a wealth of experience from another service trade, the landscaping business. Kenny spent many years owning and operating a landscape management and installation business with his wife, Paula. From that experience, Kenny brings his sales skills,  both in-home and business to business, troubleshooting and service, team management and coaching, and business strategy and growth. Listen to the podcast to hear more about Kenny and how Chris Loudermilk will always be Chris Elmore’s sidekick! 

This week on the podcast, Chris & Chris discuss how to convert the one-time tune-up or inspection. It’s an old strategy used to attract new customers with a low-cost one-time tune-up or inspection. Most techs don't like doing these especially when its busy. But these one-time tune-ups build business and provide great opportunities. Here are some tips to help you maximize these opportunities. 

Today on the podcast, Chris Elmore and his sidekick, Chris Loudermilk, discuss what "professional" means in the trades. While it can mean something different to everyone you ask, the guys give their opinion on what "professional" means to them. 

In this special edition of The Service Contractor Radio Show, Todd Liles interviews Mark Stepowoy, owner of 24 different Roto-Rooter franchises across the midwest region of the country. In this interview, Mark discusses his humble beginnings and his success as a business owner. 

This week on the podcast Chris Elmore and Chris Loudermilk talk about “That Tech.” You know who we mean. Hopefully, it isn’t you. That tech is the one with the bad attitude about everything. Listen to this week's show for a passionate discussion about “That Tech.” Don’t be that tech. 

This week on the podcast Chris Elmore and Chris Loudermilk discuss needs versus wants. You have to be good at recognizing the difference and identifying both with your customers. The guys talk about the differences between needs and wants, how you uncover both, and presenting both. 

On this week’s podcast, Chris Elmore and Chris Loudermilk discuss repair versus replace. This can be a controversial subject depending on where you are on the spectrum from “fixing it until you can’t” and “replacing it as soon as it can be”. Chris & Chris will tell you where it makes sense to have that conversation, give you examples of how to make the transition, and how to make the case.

On the podcast today, Chris Elmore and Chris Loudermilk are discussing the whole home inspection. Specifically, they talk about how to make it make sense for the customer. Most customers expect you to “just fix it” and don’t expect that you need to check the whole system. Listen for some things to use to help with the transition from the problem to the whole home inspection. 

This week on the podcast, Chris Elmore and Chris Loudermilk discuss all things pricing. Many technicians have issues with pricing or presenting what they perceive as expensive repairs or replacement options. In this podcast, Chris and Chris talk about the reasons you probably might think this. They’ll also give you some suggestions for overcoming these thoughts.