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Marketing Monday: Turning Marketing Strategy into Action with SMART Goals for Restoration Companies
Marketing Monday

Turning Marketing Strategy into Action with SMART Goals for Restoration Companies

Learn how SMART marketing goals build your momentum, consistency, and long-term growth
Reuben Hawkins
Reuben Hawkins
January 19, 2026
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The week’s Marketing Monday tip breaks down how restoration business owners can leverage SMART marketing goals to create accountability, sustain their momentum, and turn their planning into measurable growth.




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Ask the Expert: How Restoration Contractors Can Overcome Cash Flow Challenges
Ask the Expert

How Restoration Contractors Can Overcome Cash Flow Challenges

Key strategies that help restoration contractors thrive despite insurance delays and payment obstacles
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 16, 2026
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Ilana Ben-Ezra of National Claims Funding shares her expert advice on managing cash flow, navigating insurance delays and leveraging industry resources to help your restoration business thrive.
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Struggling to Close on Commercial Restoration Jobs? Focus on Business Interruption.

Downtime, not damage, is the real risk for commercial clients and that’s what they care about.
Mike Allred
Mike Allred
January 12, 2026
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Commercial clients don’t fear the damage; they fear the downtime. Here’s why positioning business interruption as a strategic priority helps elevate trust, value, and wins you jobs.


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Estimate Like a Pro: Why Soft Costs Matter in Restoration Projects

Beyond labor and materials, you must factor in indirect costs for accurate estimates.
Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
January 9, 2026
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Restoration estimates often overlook the soft costs like insurance, bonds, and management fees. Here’s why these factors matter and how you can include them in Xactimate. 


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Ask the Expert Q&A: Safety, Leadership & Restoration Excellence
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Safety, Leadership & Restoration Excellence

Dan Derbes shares How the Navy’s values shape safety, customer care, and innovation for his career in the restoration industry.
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 7, 2026
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Dan Derbes of Lightspeed Restoration shares how his Navy service drives a mission-focused approach to home safety, operational excellence, and customer care.




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Northern Hawk Owl

Strategic Lessons from the Owl for Commercial Sales in Restoration

Why Patience, Precision, and Awareness Win in Commercial Restoration Sales
Rob Curran
Rob Curran
January 6, 2026
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Commercial Sales isn’t about chasing, it’s about strategy. Learn how adopting an owl’s mindset can transform your approach to timing, trust, and execution. 


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2025 Year In Review

2025 Restoration Industry Year in Review

A year of growth, technology adoption, advocacy wins and resilience shaping the future of the restoration industry
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 30, 2025
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Learn about this year’s trends, market growth, technology breakthroughs and advocacy highlights that defined 2025. Plus, see what’s next for 2026. 


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Marketing Monday, Tip 3: How Restoration Companies Can Craft a Strong Value Proposition
Marketing Monday

How Restoration Companies Can Craft a Strong Value Proposition

Clear and precise messaging helps your restoration business stand out, attract better customers and grow
Reuben Hawkins
Reuben Hawkins
December 29, 2025
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Here’s how you can create a powerful Value Proposition that differentiates your restoration business and helps drive measurable growth.




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Ask the Expert: Empowering Restoration Businesses Through Collaboration and Strategic Growth
Ask the Expert

Empowering Restoration Businesses Through Collaboration and Strategic Growth

Jim Kowalski shares his insights on networking, partnerships and long-term success in the restoration industry
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 24, 2025
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Learn how collaboration and industry networks like Restoration Affiliates helps restoration business grow and thrive in the current market.
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Technical Tip Tuesday, week 10: Why Reputation Matters for Estimators in the Restoration Industry
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Why Reputation Matters for Estimators in the Restoration Industry

Building trust and strong relationship early in your career can bring long-term success in the restoration industry
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 23, 2025
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Here’s why reputation is everything in the restoration industry and how every email, call and meeting impacts the future of your career. 




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