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If you build it, fix it, or maintain it, the Head Heart & Boots podcast is for you. Restoration, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, landscaping, and every blue-collar trade in between. If you own a service business and you have ever felt the weight of leading it, this show is for you. Hosts Brandon Reece and Chris Nordyke built and scaled real companies in the restoration industry, and they have carried tho... more

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This month's money talk with Jim Emerich turned into one of the most useful conversations we've had on the show, so let's get right into it.

Jim breaks down what he calls the four levels of business relationships: direct, individual, ecosystem, and ... more

First live in-studio guest in the new space, and it had to be Freddie Bosquez.

Freddie worked for me back in the ServPro days, starting around 2013, and watching who he's become since then is one of the privileges of my career. This conversation goe... more

Dude. No guest this week, and I came in hot on a topic that's been rearranging my brain all summer: discipline.

Here's the setup. This is my fourth year chasing elk with my bow, and for the first time my son is in the hobby with me. Between him and ... more

Dude. No guest this week. Just a conversation Chris and I probably should have recorded years ago.

We spend our days coaching business owners: diagnosing problems, building frameworks, holding people accountable. This episode is about the one area o... more

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Dan Casey
Co-author of Bring Your Own Pencil; football coach and historian
Author/Football history advocate
Episode: Ep 213 - "Bring Your Own Pencil"
Griffin Brand
Co-author of Bring Your Own Pencil; connected with football and leadership communities
Author/Business leader
Episode: Ep 213 - "Bring Your Own Pencil"
Keri Jones
Owner of Utah Disaster Kleanup (UDK); guest with deep roots in family restoration business
Utah Disaster Kleanup (UDK) / American Restoration / PE-backed ecosystem
Episode: Ep 212 - "The Family Business Playbook: Growth, Exit, and Legacy"
Les Gutches
Former college and Olympic wrestler; entrepreneur
Independent entrepreneur (gym, real estate, investments)
Episode: Ep 210 - "The Gas Pedal, the Brakes, & the Transmission"
J. Brad Britton
Former Vector Marketing/Cutco executive; author
Vector Marketing / Cutco Cutlery
Episode: Ep 209 - "The Intelligence We Miss"
Clinton Tierney
Senior Sales Partner, Floodlight
Floodlight
Episode: Ep 208 - "Sales Is a Contact Sport"
Nick D'Urbano
Co-founder/CEO of Distance.so, branding and AI veteran in ecommerce/home services
Distance.so
Episode: Ep 207 - "Your Company Feels Like Nothing - That's the Problem"
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Episode: Ep 207 - "Your Company Feels Like Nothing - That's the Problem"
Chris Matts
Founder/CEO of Marketing Ninjas, guest on the show
Marketing Ninjas
Episode: Ep 205 - "Unsexy Work Builds Real Business"

Hosts

Chris Nordyke
Co-host of Head Heart & Boots, Floodlight Consulting Group (and related affiliations)
Brandon Reece
Co-host of Head Heart & Boots, Head Heart & Boots / Floodlight Consulting Group

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Inspiration, Motivational, Tactical, & Actionable

    Brandon and Chris do an amazing job telling stories and covering topics on incredibly relevant and impactful topics for business owners in the restoration industry. They are experts in their field and their podcast is an excellent resource.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarebear V
    United States6 months ago
  • Refreshing

    It’s nice to hear from people that talk like actual human beings and obviously see others that way. So many nuggets of knowledge, entertaining, and just helpful “life stuff.” Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shotbysofiee
    United Statesa year ago
  • Legends

    Not exaggerating… these guys are actually legendary. And not only is this show tactical and practical, but these guys make it fun. They are brilliant, articulate, hilarious, powerful, and effective.

    Even for though they serve the contracting industry as their current consulting focus there is SO MUCH gold here for anyone who is aspiring to be a better, more well-rounded leader, business owner, or team member. Mostly recently, I was actually at playing an episode (“Hippie stuff that works” - on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TimothyRist
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun show, helpful content

    This show is really from the heart! I love the banter and also the transparency these guys show. Whoever edits does a great job! Great quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    butterscotchbar
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Stuff

    I’ve listened to these guys for over a year now and really appreciate their content. They know their stuff and yet they are humble and willing to admit their weaknesses and also seek to understand and learn from others. Your time won’t be waisted if you want to understand more about the Restoration industry, the joys, the challenges, the rewards and what it takes to be successful. Episode #138 is my all time favorite. I’ve listed to it at least 5 times and our leadership team has listened to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevin Troyer
    United States2 years ago

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Producers deliver on 'blue-collar' relevance with actionable frameworks.
Guests are consistently high-quality, with meaningful industry expertise.
Listeners cite practical takeaways and real-world leadership insights.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 178 - "Wisdom from a Run of Acquisitions, with Jeff Moore"
Q: What does that story arc look like? And how proactive have conversations about expectations and incentives become as you matured in this space?
Conversations have become more structured and forward-looking, with more explicit alignment on earn-outs, owner involvement, and the long-term health of the employees and the business; the risk management around expectations has evolved from reactive to proactive.
Ep 186 - "From Chaos to Cash Flow, With Jim Emerich"
Q: What five components should leaders walk through to scale with enterprise value in mind?
Cash and cash flow, profitability, people, systems, and the financial position, with an emphasis on how these areas impact valuation and debt capacity when planning for growth.
Ep 186 - "From Chaos to Cash Flow, With Jim Emerich"
Q: What is the fundamental difference between a lifestyle business and one built for enterprise value?
Enterprise value-focused businesses aim to scale with sustainable profitability, strong governance, and transferable assets, whereas lifestyle businesses primarily serve the owners' personal needs and may lack scalable systems or capital structure to support growth.
Ep 181 - "Printing the Future: 3D Homes, Restoration, and What’s Coming Next"
Q: Where is 3D-printed construction currently being used commercially?
Initial commercial efforts include Walmart extensions with significant wall heights; projects have varied in size from under 1,000 square feet to several thousand square feet, with ongoing refinements and learning curves driving efficiency.
Ep 181 - "Printing the Future: 3D Homes, Restoration, and What’s Coming Next"
Q: What is the true concept of printing a home with concrete?
A robotic extrusion process uses a gantry or robotic arm to lay down concrete layer by layer, allowing for faster construction and the potential for non-traditional shapes and stronger performance, depending on materials and design.

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What is Head Heart & Boots about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical leadership, operations, and growth strategies for blue-collar service businesses, with a focus on restoration, plumbing, roofing, and related trades. Hosts Brando n Reece and Chris Nordyke bring real-world experience building and scaling trades firms, pairing actionable frameworks (like cash flow discipline, branding, and structured sales systems) with candid conversations with owners, operators, and industry guests. Episodes often explore how to scale without sacrificing culture, the role of private equity and consolidation in the space, and how technology and data can improve field execution and customer outcomes. A standout trait is consistently blending hard-earned operating wisdom with accessible leadershi... more

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1. Restoration Today
2. Restoration Rundown Podcast
3. Restoration Pros Unplugged
4. The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
5. The Restoration & Remediation Ask the Expert Podcast

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Recent guests on Head Heart & Boots include:

1. Dan Casey
2. Griffin Brand
3. Keri Jones
4. Les Gutches
5. J. Brad Britton
6. Clinton Tierney
7. Nick D'Urbano
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