Welcome to the Billboard Mastery Podcast, where you will learn the correct way to identify, evaluate, negotiate, perform diligence on, select the construction type, build, rent the ad space and operate billboard signs. And now here is your host – the guy that built from scratch the largest privately-owned billboard company in Dallas/Ft. Worth – Frank Rolfe.
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Dallas Type Podcasts
The Dallas Type is an interview and illustration series where I hope to celebrate the different personalities you’ll find in the Dallas creative community, and it's my attempt to see if there is anything to identify as a unifying element between all the creatives asked to participate. I’m featuring creatives, literally from A to Z. Check here for updates and/or sign up for the Dallas Type Tiny Letters.
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Twin City Security Dallas has been an expert in the security industry for over 40 years, yet still continues to be 100% owned and operated right here in the United States. We are licensed, bonded and conform to all regulations set forth by the Texas Department of Public Safety. We maintain full insurance coverage, workers compensation, general liability, excess liability, employee dishonesty coverage, and employee fidelity coverage. Visit us at https://www.twincitysecuritydallas.com
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Reunion City Podcast is a new podcast based in Dallas, Texas. My goal getting started is to reach and build a relationship with a local audience in the DFW. My podcast will range in a variety of topics and guests from Music, Comedy, Video production, Art, Books, Sports and my personal favorite Food. I would like to provide a positive vibe only type platform for podcast lovers who enjoy simple conversation like me, but also can inspire and motivate people in the process.
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Follow along with me as an undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo trying to figure out what I want to do with my life, where my passions lie and who I want to become. As high school and university students, we’re forced to make decisions early on in our lives that will dictate how we live our life, the occupation we work in and the type of person we become. This podcast is meant to give you an idea of what’s out there, maybe you’ll hear the story of someone and it will spark an ...
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My son Alden likes Roblox (and gaming in general). In this podcast, I interview him on what he likes, doesn't like, and what he recommends everyone play (and avoid). Feel free to email us your suggestions for games: alden (at) aldengaming.com
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Tiny habits can yield big consequences. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review some simple habits that can reinforce important moments in building a successful billboard.By Frank Rolfe
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When To Be Loose – And When To Be Tight – In Documents
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7:48Although a good contract sets in stone the terms of your agreement, some things should maybe not be chiseled in as hard. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review the times that there should be little room to maneuver as well as when you should give yourself plenty of leeway.By Frank Rolfe
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Whether you’re buying an existing sign or building a new one, everyone wants to avoid investing in a “loser” location. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the attributes that have proven to be good indicators of success, as well as those that are a warning sign.By Frank Rolfe
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The stock of Clear Channel Outdoor went for around $30 a share in 2007 but today trades for only around $1 a share. What went wrong? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore how the billboard industry made some fatal moves years ago, and how you can learn from their mistakes and build your business the correct way going forward.…
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Most billboards, when viewed from the side, are flat. But some billboards have large objects jutting out from them. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the world of 3-D billboard designs.By Frank Rolfe
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We think of billboard revenue as being strictly in dollars, but for decades some operators have garnered income in barter, as well. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to examine how you can use barter – exchanging goods and services – as a productive way to fill your vacant ad space.By Frank Rolfe
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Most billboards – but not all – have lights to make their ads legible at night. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review all the lessons we’ve learned about lighting billboards and how to make the best decision on what type of lights to use – or if you need to use any lights at all.By Frank Rolfe
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There are two basic construction methods on any billboard: 1) wood or 2) steel. But which is correct? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review the methodology to determine which type of material to use and what the benefits and disadvantages are.By Frank Rolfe
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A recession is defined as “two consecutive quarters of negative GDP”. With Q1 of this year at a negative 0.3%, all it will take is a Q2 negative number to trigger a recession. While many fear this outcome, I have found recessions to be great opportunities to expand your business. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review the benefits …
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The U.S. economy seems to be slowing down, and even if it does not hit the "recession" threshold it’s important to understand what to do if it does. There is a strategy to renting billboards in tough times that revolves around certain advertisers and methods. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore successful "recession-resistant" …
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The difference between big companies and small players is that one never sees the opportunity and the other takes advantage of every opening. Yet sometimes the small player can start to act like a big company and completely ruin their advantage. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review how never to have a “big company” attitude.…
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Sometimes – even at the last minute – a bank can suddenly change its mind and retract their offer to make a loan. What do you do then? In this Self-Storage University podcast we’re going to explore why this occurs and what the correct steps are to mitigate this potential event.By Frank Rolfe
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One of the most interesting types of billboard structures is the “wallscape” – in which the billboard is affixed to a masonry wall or similar fixture. By using the wall to hold the sign up, you save an enormous amount of money over a monopole, I-beam or wooden structure. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore how to successfully p…
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Life is made up of colors and there’s a science to their selection when it comes to billboard designs. How colors interact with the human mind has been a big part of the research of the billboard industry as well as many other applications. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the science of color to help create more effective b…
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Billboards are massive and immovable. As a result, once they’re built, they’re built. Since the cost to move a billboard – even an inch – is thousands of dollars at best, it’s important to understand some simple tricks to make sure you’re not making a mistake in sign placement and construction. And that’s what we’re gong to explore in this Billboar…
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The Potential In Exurban And Supercommuter Markets
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10:33America is always expanding, and with that growth comes new opportunities to build billboards. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the fast-expanding markets known as “exurban” and “supercommuter” and how to spot these hot advertising markets in advance.By Frank Rolfe
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Billboard revenues are increasing in the U.S., after many years of weak performance due to a number of factors including competing advertising products, Covid, and corporate distractions from marketing to such initiatives as DEI. Now, suddenly, billboard rates of return are increasing. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we're going to explore why th…
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So the property owner wants too much ground rent. What should you do? How about just telling them the truth? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore one of the most powerful negotiating tools you have at your disposal: telling the truth in the strongest possible fashion.By Frank Rolfe
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Tips On How To Set Property Owner Compensation
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6:57The standard billboard ground lease involves trading the right to place a sign on the land in exchange for a monetary payment. But how do you decide that that amount should be? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore some techniques that help steer you towards a land rent that is fair for both parties.…
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The majority of billboards in the U.S. are located on leased land. But a tiny fraction are cases where the sign owner also controls the land underneath, which gives them unique stability. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the strategies used to own the land as well as the sign.…
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Thoughts On "Founder Mode" Elon Musk is known to go into a period of intensity when he starts a business called "founder mode". It’s all about time management and focus. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we're going to review what “founder mode” is and you how can adopt its attributes to further your billboard business.…
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Two Important Ways To Protect Your Ground Lease
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6:18After you’ve gone to all the trouble of getting your billboard ground lease signed up, you want to take all the steps possible to protect your creation, right? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore two different ways to better safeguard your ground lease and how to get those accomplished.…
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AARR #54 - The Last Group Discussion Type Podcast + A Failed Doors2 Stream
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10:34Hi all! We're ending our 'life-update' series of podcasts with this episode, primarily for two reasons. The audio has been a nightmare to record with two kids being 67 miles away from a microphone and forgetting they have to actually speak into it. Being mentally challenged when it comes to actually commenting on a game and what's going on. That la…
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In The Woodlands, security services are essential for maintaining safety and order. Twin City Security (TCS) in Dallas plays a critical role by providing experienced security guards for hotels, events, and commercial establishments. These guards deter theft, monitor surveillance systems, and respond to emergencies at venues such as office buildings…
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If you have a vacant billboard then your number one goal is to find an advertiser and fast. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore two “built-in” lists of advertisers that have perhaps your best odds of success.By Frank Rolfe
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Albert Dunlap was a corporate raider and turnaround expert on public companies in the 1970s through 1990s. He had one simple motto: “sell, sell, sell and cut, cut, cut”. Although his life ended in scandal when there were allegations of accounting fraud at one of his projects, he was heralded as the original powerhouse in restoring profitability to …
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To build a billboard you need a ground lease. And to get a ground lease you have to convince a property owner to agree and sign it. But what do you do when the owner says “no”. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the next steps when a property shoots your presentation down.By Frank Rolfe
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AARR #53 - Wish's obsession with Geek, Halloween Plans and Fun Facts
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10:25I know, I know... these aren't the 40-60 minute episodes you're used to, and the podcast isn't titled 'Alden's Amazing Life Review', so I can understand why you're confused. But, Alden is still playing Roblox, and has been playing a LOT of 'Fight for Survival', which we will probably do a review of pretty soon. But here's the deal... if you want so…
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How Advertisers Have Changed Yet Remained The Same
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8:05A billboard is nothing without a paying advertiser on it. And the types of advertisers have changed over the years and are still evolving. However, there are many attributes of successful billboard advertisers which always remain the same. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we explore what those traits are.…
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AARR #52 - Cookie Clicker, Lethal Company #60 and Custom Birthday Cards
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10:28Wow! An episode turnaround faster than 10 months! I would be proud of me since no one else will be. 🙂We’re recording another episode either today or tomorrow, but this was last Saturday since Tyler and Alden tried out the mods. They *kind of* worked, and got me to leave putting mods on manually and just use Modman with all its crashing… but at leas…
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AARR #51 - WHAT THE HELL IS THIS DOING IN MY FEED?
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17:28*opens the door to the AARR podcast* Man, this place is super dusty. Where are the light switches? Yep, it’s been 10 long months since we put anything up on the podcast. I guess when it came to overproducing episodes and having 6-8 recordings in the hopper, all enthusiasm for getting it done went out the window… that and getting the house in order.…
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One of the big risk factors with billboards is extreme weather. But is there a way to strengthen signs to better withstand higher wind levels? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review the methods that be used to make signs stronger and to mitigate the risks from heavy storms.By Frank Rolfe
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In Sunnyvale Texas, security guard services are imperative for safeguarding properties and ensuring the safety of occupants across various facilities, including commercial, industrial, and financial institutions. Twin City Security Dallas stands out as a reputable provider of expertly trained security personnel, catering to the diverse security nee…
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Why All Good Leases Have No Official End Date
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6:21Most agreements have a definitive start and end date. But a good billboard agreement should never have the latter. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to discuss how to construct leases that never end.By Frank Rolfe
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Billboards are only one segment of the “out-of-home” advertising industry, but the business model is the same in all of the options. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review additional concepts to apply the billboard concept for continuous cash flow.By Frank Rolfe
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Billboards are all about being read. And the typestyle you chose for the advertisement can have a huge impact on how effective the sign will be. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore he world of typestyles and review what science tells us about what the correct lettering should look like.…
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With inflation and a troubled economy, many advertisers are trying to economize and one of the best ways to facilitate this is with a “combo” sign framework. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review how a “combo” sign can be a blessing in tough times and what the key tips are to make them successful.…
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How To Be Inclusive In Negotiating With The Property Owner
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7:26When it comes to negotiating a winning billboard ground lease with the property owner, there are a number of different styles and strategies. But probably the most effective is the concept of “inclusive” negotiation. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore what “inclusive” negotiating is all about and why it is probably your best s…
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Blockage can kill a billboard’s value, but are there methods to bring those blocked signs back to life? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to discuss the science behind dealing with obstructions and share stories of signs that went from blocked to un-blocked using effective strategies.By Frank Rolfe
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Making Billboards Blend In With Their Environment
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7:28While you want the advertisement to be dominant, you don’t want the billboard structure to be seen at all. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the different methods to make the billboard structure virtually disappear with the goal of convincing the property owner that the sign will not interfere with the appearance of their lan…
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There are many spots you can place a billboard on – including walls, benches, and telephone poles – but there’ one place that most cities in the U.S. have outlawed: building roofs. What used to be one of the mainstays of billboard placement has been blocked from new construction for decades. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore …
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Most people think of billboards as being big, but sometimes they come in a smaller sizes. When buying or building a billboard, when do you hit a level in which the sign has no economic value? And how do you rent signs that are smaller than their competitors? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to explore how to apply science to the issue …
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When you are trying to persuade someone, how you express numbers is an extremely important part of your success – and that’s particularly true in the billboard industry. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review the importance of the optics of numbers and how to get what you want by manipulating them.…
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Gas is expensive and there’s no reason to waste it. And time is even more valuable. In this Billboard Mastery Podcast we’re going to review some methods to cover territory more efficiently and more respectful of your time and money.By Frank Rolfe
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Forging The Correct Advertising Lease Length
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7:32One month is too short and a century is too long. So what is the correct lease length for your advertiser? In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review how the length of lease can vary with the type of advertiser and what is required to make the sale.By Frank Rolfe
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Some signs have lights and some signs don’t. But a non-lighted sign should not necessarily spell doom for getting it rented to a good-quality advertiser. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to drill down on the topic of non-lighted billboards and offer some productive tips to help you get them rented faster and for more money.…
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Warren Buffett has long discussed “cigar butt” investing and how it contrasts with his favorite: “value investing”. However, there is much to like about “cigar butt” investing. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review Buffett’s concept and why billboards offer a great entry into that type of high return/low cost investing.…
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Wooden billboards have been around for over a hundred years, but finding someone to build these time-proven signs grows more difficult every year. In this Billboard Mastery podcast we’re going to review the different places to find contractors who can build wooden signs including tips on building them properly.…
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Reduce Your Property's Risk from Fire with Fire Watch Services Dallas
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3:42Twin City Security in Dallas offers comprehensive fire watch services in the Dallas metro area, leveraging their local expertise to mitigate specific risks in the region. They understand the critical importance of fire safety for businesses, as failure to comply with fire inspections can lead to fines or even shutdowns. TCS-Dallas provides highly t…
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AARR #50 - 🚪Doors🚪 is "the best 9.9 rated game in Roblox!" w/Wish, Jester and TiMO the disconnected
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44:35At this point, I have to treat these podcast episodes like music album releases. They take a long time to produce for one person, and I just can't churn them out fast enough. So, consider them quarterly installments from this point forward until something changes in our collective schedules here. 😁 Anyhoo, we're back with our 50th episode! Alden an…
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