Dive into a new episode of "Head, Heart, and Boots" where Chris and Brandon chat with Dr. Jake Avila from Middle Tennessee State University about a super cool project he is working on – a degree program that’s all about getting into the nitty-gritty of restoration construction management. This isn’t your average chat about education; it's a deep dive into a program that’s set to shake up the restoration industry by pumping out pros who know their stuff from day one. Why You Gotta Check This Out:    Filling the Talent Pool: Ever wonder where all the skilled restoration folks are hiding? Well, the potential of this program is about to make finding skilled help a whole lot easier for the industry.    Kickstart Your Career: For those wondering if restoration’s their jam, this episode shines a light on how robust and recession-proof this field can be, offering a slew of opportunities regardless of economic ups and downs.    A Call to the Pros: Hear how your business can get in on the ground floor of this educational revolution. It’s a chance to mold the future workforce and maybe even find your next star employee.    Education That Empowers: Get inspired by the vision behind the program. It's not just about filling jobs; it’s about building a community of passionate, skilled individuals ready to take the restoration world by storm. This episode isn’t just talk. It’s a rallying cry for industry folks, potential students, and anyone who's keen on making a real difference in the restoration sector. Tune in to discover how you can be part of this game-changing move, whether by throwing your support behind the program or jumping into a career path that’s as rewarding as it is resilient. Contact Dr. Jake Avila: http://www.mtsu.edu/give , [email protected] Thank you sponsors!  Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance, partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.  https://www.liftify.com/floodlight  AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless. https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.  https://candrmagazine.com  Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency. https://getinsights.org/floodlight    Is Your Restoration Company Running at Peak Performance? 🔸Take the 15-minute Business Opportunity Audit. https://www.floodlightgrp.com/audit This quick audit analyzes 19 critical areas of your business against industry best practices. Get a complete health check and roadmap to: - Increase Profitability - Improve Efficiencies - Gain a Competitive Edge Floodlight Consulting Group provides customized consulting and training support for restoration companies looking to grow and scale their business. 100% Tailored to each client Formal consulting sessions for owners and key leaders Full one-on-one access to the Floodlight team and thei