The Smarter Roofer™ Podcast is where ambitious contractors discover how to break into the nearly $50 billion commercial roofing market. From startup stories to step-by-step strategies, we share insider secrets on how everyday people are building successful commercial roofing businesses with freedom, margin, and purpose. Learn more at https://smarterroofer.com/
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Do the Reps: How Giving Shapes Better Commercial Roofing Contractors w/Elias, Owen & Mervin #053
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11:33What if giving wasn’t just a holiday idea but a year-round advantage in business and life? In this episode, Owen Shrock, Elias Raber, and Mervin Mullet unpack why the most successful contractors focus on being a net positive, how giving goes far beyond money, and why consistent generosity compounds over time—in leadership, teams, and profits. Give …
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3 Reasons to NOT Be the "Cheapest Guy", GEMS Throwback w/Raber twins #052
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10:06Drop a comment, with your BIGGEST takeaway from this episode. Did you like it?By SmarterRoofer.com
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Facebook Leads, Hunting Trips, and the Hidden Drains Killing Your Growth w/Elias, Owen & Mervin #051
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15:321:00 What Contractors Should STOP Doing in 2026 3:30 Facebook Ads vs. Real Relationships 5:30 Personal Life Cuts: Social Media, Red Bull, and Small Subcontracting Jobs 8:00 Hobbies, Hunting, and Why Men Lose Themselves Without Purpose 13:00 Recharge vs. Overindulgence + Final Challenge to the Audience In this episode of The Smarter Roofer Podcast, …
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The People Side, GEMS Throwback (From 2017!) w/Elias #050
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4:06IMPORTANT subject that we're STILL teaching today, all these years later! Enjoy this throwback from August 2017, and then drop us a comment!By SmarterRoofer.com
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Revealing the Lie of Work-Life Balance + Foundation for True Success w/Elias Raber & Owen Shrock #049
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11:51Is work-life balance real or fake? Let us know in the comments! And get tickets at https://smarterroofer.com/boldBy SmarterRoofer.com
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Finding Your Exit Strategy, GEMS Throwback w/Matt Raber & Wayne Miller #048
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8:59Enjoy this throwback episode! Drop a comment, wherever you're listening! https://smarterroofer.com/followBy SmarterRoofer.com
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Apply These 3 "Filters" for Commercial Roofing Success In 2026 and Beyond w/Elias Raber & Owen Shrock (+Special Announcement!) #047
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20:09Do NOT go the way of the 1,700 businesses that closed their doors yesterday... Enjoy this episode, leave a comment... Then Get Your Tickets At https://smarterroofer.com/boldBy SmarterRoofer.com
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Your Only Limiting Factor w/Matt Raber & Wayne Miller, GEMS Throwback #046
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7:50Enjoy this throwback to another GEMS Monday Morning Motivation recording! You can instantly unlock all 31 GEMS videos by joining the Smarter Roofer Growth Alliance at smarterroofer.com/growBy SmarterRoofer.com
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The #1 Mistake Commercial Roofers Make (Versus Residential Contracting) #045
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10:14Leave a review at smarterroofer.com/rate-podcast. In this episode we cover: Dealing with $800k problems How to treat B2B people Upcoming Leadership Seminar Alex Hormozi's advice for growthBy SmarterRoofer.com
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Closing the Deal w/Raber twins, GEMS Throwback #044
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9:47Enjoy this throwback to another GEMS Monday Morning Motivation recording! You can instantly unlock all 31 GEMS videos by joining the Smarter Roofer Growth Alliance at smarterroofer.com/growBy SmarterRoofer.com
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Finding Clarity as a Leader In Roofing #043
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13:43Leave a review at smarterroofer.com/rate-podcast. In this episode we cover: Leadership challenges in business and family life The importance of vision and clarity in leadership Taking massive action to avoid stagnation and frustration Societal changes affecting men's leadership The foundational role of healthy relationships in effective leadership …
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The Fortune Is In the Followup w/Raber twins, GEMS Throwback #042
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9:06Enjoy this throwback to another GEMS Monday Morning Motivation recording! You can instantly unlock all 31 GEMS videos by joining the Smarter Roofer Growth Alliance at smarterroofer.com/growBy SmarterRoofer.com
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Roofing Gold: Turning A Lead Into A $420,000 Project #041
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17:31Enjoy the NEW format? Leave a review at smarterroofer.com/rate-podcast In this episode we cover: Challenges of customer acquisition in the commercial roofing restoration niche The significance of consistent advertising and lead generation Insights on leadership growth and personal development in business Strategies for understanding customer needs …
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#1 Key for Success w/Raber twins, GEMS Throwback #040
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11:38Enjoy the podcast relaunch with a BRAND NEW format. Kicking it off with a throwback to the GEMS Monday Morning Motivation recording! You can instantly unlock all 31 GEMS videos by joining the Smarter Roofer Growth Alliance at smarterroofer.com/growBy SmarterRoofer.com
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Have You Done Everything (With Former NFL Player Clay Shiver) #039
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37:53Special gift from Owen, Elias, and Matt: Closing keynote speech from the 2024 Smarter Roofer Conference.By SmarterRoofer.com
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Tap Into the Power (Of Attending Events) #038
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5:5300:00 The Power of Live Events 03:11 Personal Growth Through Challenges 04:19 Upcoming Smarter Roofer ConferenceBy SmarterRoofer.com
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It's Not About You: Building Trust and Loyalty for Long-Term Success in Commercial Roofing #037
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13:1600:00 Paradigm shift 03:20 Balance personal and customer interests in business 07:21 Appreciation and value drive loyalty, not money 12:09 Tailor solutions by understanding individual needs firstBy SmarterRoofer.com
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(Catching Up 3-3) Presidential Election Impact on Commercial Roof Coating: Opportunities and Predictions #036
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12:4600:00 Opportunities abound; significant changes occurring nationwide 05:48 Hopeful outlook despite market technical challenges 09:00 Switch from residential to commercial for growth 10:55 Supporting others benefits all in commercial roofingBy SmarterRoofer.com
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(Catching Up 2-3) First Steps: Lessons from Real Estate Development and Commercial Roofing #035
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18:1300:00 Bought land, built high-end STRs on it 03:50 Take the first step; figure out later 07:52 Frustration with outdated, sparse, free website design 10:28 Customized long guns improve successful western hunting 15:33 Start small, persist, and avoid impatience; success grows 16:59 Mastery requires dedication, not constant "instrument-switching"…
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00:00 Continuing recovery; team support helped resilience 05:23 Prioritize family and balance life with business 09:27 Embrace struggles; they help personal growth spiritually 13:37 Camping adventure in Montana seeking hunting success 14:16 Super fortunate: found elk first morning, successful hunt 18:01 Struggles lead to growth and appreciation…
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HELP! IS THE RIGHT SALES MINDSET by the Raber twins
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10:10HELP! IS THE RIGHT SALES MINDSET by the Raber twins. https://smarterroofer.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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IF THEY DON'T KNOW YOU... by the Raber twins
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6:28IF THEY DON'T KNOW YOU... by the Raber twins. https://smarterroofer.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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"HACK" YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS!? by the Raber twins
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9:45Can you ethically "hack" your way to success? https://smarterroofer.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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A GOOD TIME TO PLAN YOUR RESET by the Raber twins
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9:26Take a break. Take a rest. And gain momentum in your life and business. https://smarterroofer.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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START RUNNING INTO YOUR PROBLEMS by the Raber twins
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8:40Taking responsibility. Avoid angry customers. Win more business. https://smarterroofer.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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026: IMPORTANCE OF QUALITY & DETAIL by the Raber twins
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11:23IMPORTANCE OF QUALITY & DETAIL by the Raber twins at https://ethicalsales.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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OWNERSHIP IS EVERYTHING with the Raber twins
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8:05OWNERSHIP IS EVERYTHING with the Raber twins at https://ethicalsales.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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YOUR #1 MISTAKE IN MARKETING with the Raber twins
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11:07YOUR #1 MISTAKE IN MARKETING with the Raber twins at https://ethicalsales.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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BE WILLING TO BURN THE DEAL with the Raber twins
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11:38BE WILLING TO BURN THE DEAL with the Raber twins –– How aggressive are you? How aggressive should you be when you are going to close a deal or maybe even after you bid the job, how aggressive are you going to be?By SmarterRoofer.com
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POP THE QUESTION, GET THE OBJECTION by the Raber twins
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KEY TO STARTING ON THE RIGHT FOOT by the Raber twins
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7:34KEY TO STARTING ON THE RIGHT FOOT by the Raber twinsBy SmarterRoofer.com
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SALES MADE FAST & EASY (PART 4) by the Raber twins
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12:09SALES MADE FAST & EASY (PART 4) by the Raber twinsBy SmarterRoofer.com
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SALES MADE FAST & EASY (PART 3) by the Raber twins
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SALES MADE FAST & EASY (PART 2) by the Raber twins
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SALES MADE FAST & EASY (PART 1) by the Raber twins
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10:55SALES MADE FAST & EASY (PART 1) by the Raber twinsBy SmarterRoofer.com
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THE HIDDEN DANGER IN EVERY LEADER by the Raber twins
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THE TRUST FACTOR –IT REALLY SELLS by the Raber twins
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8:35THE TRUST FACTOR –IT REALLY SELLS by the Raber twinsBy SmarterRoofer.com
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HOW ONE VIDEO SOLD A $260K JOB by the Raber twins
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7:47HOW ONE VIDEO SOLD A $260K JOB by the Raber twinsBy SmarterRoofer.com
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HOW TO SELL IN A PRODUCT SHORTAGE by the Raber twins
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6:45HOW TO SELL IN A PRODUCT SHORTAGE by the Raber twinsBy SmarterRoofer.com
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PREPARED FOR A SLOW ECONOMY (Business Ownership & Wisdom) by the Raber twins
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7:05Slow economy? How to thrive in ANY economy...By SmarterRoofer.com
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KEY TO BECOMING A GREAT LEADER (Life, Business & Sales) by the Raber twins
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11:50What is a leader? What makes a great leader?By SmarterRoofer.com
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HOW TO GET OUT OF THE RAT RACE (Sales, Business & Life) by the Raber twins
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8:26How to get out of the rat race, reduce stress, and get more time freedom...By SmarterRoofer.com
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TRAPS: DON'T STOP THE FLYWHEEL (Life, Business and Sales) by the Raber twins
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11:21If you think it's gonna slow down, that's when you need to pick it up. Go double your amount of time in your business. Set money aside, don't eat all your money. You don't know what the future has. Keep your energy where it needs to be. Stay hungry.By SmarterRoofer.com
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FLIP THE SWITCH ON YOUR SALES with American Super Coach Micheal Burt by the Raber twins
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26:37One mindset is the same mindset of King David in the Bible, and that is it's going to be a fight, but we're going to find a way to win. That's one of my key mindsets, I have a proper expectation that this ain't gonna be easy. Okay, and there's going to be tribulation and adversity and departures away from the way you think it's going to go. But we'…
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THE SECRET TO SUCCESS, HOBBIES (And COVID-19 Realities For Our Business) by the Raber twins
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15:40The Raber twins reveal some of their deepest struggles, their hobbies and the importance of getting away from your business so you can sell more projects and better serve the people in your life.By SmarterRoofer.com
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KEYS OF FREEDOM IN A LIFE OF SALES (Do You Know What You Don't Know) by the Raber twins
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17:43In this episode we discuss several keys for successfully working towards freedom as a sales person and/or business owner.By SmarterRoofer.com
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WHY YOU GET A BAD RAP IN SALES (And The Real Reason You Hate Sales) by the Raber twins
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11:52Join Elias and Matt as they talk about why people in sales get a bad rap. Most of the time, it’s because they don’t know what they’re doing, and end up ignoring their customers. The Raber twins get into how you can build a good foundation with the relationships you create in sales. It’s not about you. It’s about them!…
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SELLING AGAINST CHEAP SALESMEN (And How To Keep Your Wife) by the Raber twins
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21:58How can you stack the odds in your favor to win more of those jobs instead of letting your competitors take them away from you? Join Elias and Matt as they talk about the problem with sales people. Stay tuned to see how business relationships work similarly to dating and marriage relationships!By SmarterRoofer.com
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YOUR FEAR, THE BIGFOOT OF SALES (How To Answer the Dreaded Callback) by the Raber twins
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12:34What if you found "bigfoot" tracks in a remote Idaho wilderness? What does fear have to do with sales and business? Maybe everything! https://ethicalsales.comBy SmarterRoofer.com
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