RCS Influencers
5 tips for effectively managing your time as a business owner
RCS Influencer Melissa Chapman says that managing your time and empowering the right team members is key to scaling your business. For many roofing contractors, the daily grind is all-consuming — estimating jobs, managing crews, answering customer calls and chasing materials. But if your vision includes scaling your company, increasing ...
Strategic delegation and time management
RCS Influencers Ashley and Seth Pietsch share a blueprint for growth in the roofing industry. As an insurance professional who partners closely with roofing contractors, I’ve had the opportunity to observe a wide range of leadership styles. One consistent theme stands out among those who experience sustainable success: effective time management ...
Mastering time and delegation: How roofing industry leaders can focus on growth
RCS Influencer John Kenney says that leaders must commit to working on the business, not just in it, to succeed. In the fast-paced roofing world, leaders are pulled in countless directions — from managing crews and reviewing estimates to handling customer issues and chasing the next big project. While wearing many ...
Best practices for hiring, onboarding and managing subcontractors in roofing projects
RCS Influencer John Kenney says subcontractor management is about building long-term, high-trust partnerships. Safety, quality and consistency in roofing projects are only as strong as the subcontractors you bring onto the job. As a roofing industry expert, I’ve seen how critical it is to move beyond just hiring on price. Establishing ...
The process of working with a new subcontractor
RCS Influencer Patrick Cochran explains the layered process that helps his company catch mistakes early and keep quality consistent across the board. When we start working with a new subcontractor, we like to take a pretty hands-on approach. It usually starts with a face-to-face meeting — kind of like an ...
Building a stronger team, one hire at a time
RCS Influencer Ashley Pietsch shares best practices from Integrity Insurance and Bonding Inc. for building a strong team. In the roofing industry, insurance isn't just a checkbox — it’s peace of mind. At Integrity Insurance and Bonding Inc., we believe that providing exceptional service starts with building a strong, well-trained and ...
Finding the right subcontractors
RCS Influencer Erica Reed says that a successful subcontractor should care about their work, take pride in craftsmanship and treat each property with respect just like your core team. Hiring, onboarding and managing subcontractors effectively is essential to ensuring consistent quality and professionalism in roofing projects. As a leader in the ...
3 critical stages of hiring subcontractors
RCS Influencer Melissa Chapman says when you invest in training, clarity and consistent management, the best subcontractors rise to meet your standards. Subcontractors can make or break your roofing jobs. To protect your reputation, deliver consistently high-quality work and scale with confidence, here are the best practices across three critical stages: ...
Preparation is prevention
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says to prepare now and make sure that you thought about how to navigate the pinch points. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with RCS Influencer Trent Cotney. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Alex ...
Supporting both your team and clients after a disaster
RCS Influencer Patrick Cochran says that giving support to his team with materials for their homes, or services is always a priority. As a retail contractor that does not do much insurance work, when a storm hits, we focus on supporting our existing clients and then work on building new business ...
