Albi Blog
Your go-to resource for software tips and expert advice tailored to the unique needs of restoration businesses. Explore our insightful articles, packed with actionable insights, real-world testimonials, and data-driven strategies to enhance your efficiency, streamline operations, and conquer the challenges of the restoration industry.
Scouting a Neighborhood for Successful Door-to-Door Sales: The Perfect Recipe
Canvassing a neighborhood is a lot like heading out on a hunt. You know your target, what you need to do, what you’re going to eat, and what you kill (get paid!). Everyone has different theories and strategies for this old song and dance. With this guide, I hope to help you close more deals... Read more »
My 75 Hard Journey: Overcoming Obstacles & Achieving Personal Growth
As restorers, we know how challenging work days can get. You typically deal with working long hours and working in dangerous conditions. These are typical things that occur in a day’s work. Getting those random calls at 2 a.m. to rush to a large structure fire is a grueling lifestyle, especially when you’re doing it... Read more »
The 8 Story Catastrophe
Before I founded Albiware, I used to help run a successful restoration company in the Chicagoland suburbs. The company grew out of my father’s garage, and now it’s worth over eight million. I’ve had many moments during my career that have helped shape the leader and entrepreneur I am today. These are the lessons I... Read more »
Dash vs. Albiware: How to Choose Your Best Fit in 2023
When it comes to choosing your next CRM we know you’ve got options. We know that it’s important to really do your research and figure out what the best software is for your company. We constantly get questions about how we compare to others. So here it is, an honest comparison of Dash Next Gear... Read more »
Why You’re Failing at Building a Door-to-Door Sales Team
It’s no secret that storm restoration companies are sales-driven organizations. Don’t have a dialed-in sales team? Then you need to hire one. A sales team serves as the true backbone of any company. Without sales, the backend of the company (production, office, etc) will starve and the company will fail. I’m an Account Executive with Albiware. I... Read more »
5 Steps to Automate Your Restoration Business
We are officially launching our monthly Webinar Growth Hack series. These are FREE monthly webinars covering all the hottest topics related to restoration! In this particular episode, we covered the five steps restorers can take to automate their business. Just imagine how much free time you could gain if you put your business on autopilot. Albiware CEO... Read more »
7 Reasons Why a Homeowner Won’t Sign Your Paperwork
Are you or your sales reps finding yourselves doing many property inspections, but the homeowners are getting cold feet when you bust out your paperwork? Check out this guide below on how to get ink to paper when the pressure is on at the kitchen table. I’m an Account Executive at Albiware. My background is... Read more »
5 Common Phrases & Mistakes D2D Reps Need to Avoid
In door-to-door (D2D) storm sales, the first impression is everything. It’s important to say the right things, but you should also consider what you shouldn’t say. Here is my list of commonly used statements or questions at the door that you should avoid like the plague! I’m an Account Executive with Albi, an all-in-one restoration... Read more »
My Journey in the Restoration Industry
It’s been over a month since I inked my offer letter from Albiware. On that day, if you told me that I’d be writing a LinkedIn article from the Pilots Lounge in Indianapolis after a multi-stop trip in a single-engine plane, I’d say that you needed to get your head checked. On my first day,... Read more »
Top 10 Objections Keeping You From Closing the Deal!
Objections are part of every salesperson’s life, and door-to-door is no exception. I would even argue that in D2D they are even more prevalent. Interrupting someone’s day, it turns out, can be an objection in and of itself! In my experience, about 70 percent of people whose doors I would knock on would be very... Read more »
The Importance of Protecting Your Data
Over the years, data has become more valuable, specifically your data. When we watch the news, we often hear horror stories regarding personal data being stolen, disseminated, and compromised. Have you ever wondered why certain ads show up on your social media? There’s no doubt that some of the people in your inner circle have... Read more »
3 Keys for Selling Storm Restoration Roofing:
This is my guide on how to effectively sign contracts/contingencies on the same day you meet a homeowner. In my career, I closed 80% of my clients on my first interaction with them. Now I am going to give YOU the script I created so you and your team can too! I’m currently an Account Executive with... Read more »