In this episode of the GPS Podcast, advisor Josh Bachman helps owners get comfortable with their financials by breaking down the numbers in a simple, meaningful way. If you want to understand what your financials are really telling you, this conversation is the perfect place to start.

Takeaways: • How to interpret your P&L and core financial reports • What revenue, COGS, and expenses really say about performance • Common mistakes owners make when reviewing numbers • How to build a simple, effective financial review rhythm

Looking for support with your financials or overall business strategy? Learn more here: https://violand.com/coaching-services-for-restoration-businesses-violand/

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What happens when restoration professionals find themselves on the other side of disaster? In this episode of the GPS Podcast, we talk with Justin Woodard of Woodard Cleaning & Restoration, Rhett Trotter and Jason Schroeck of Green Clean, and Tammy Stokes of Oklahoma Disaster Restoration about the unexpected reality of rebuilding after their own losses. They share how fires, tornadoes, and business interruptions tested their leadership, reshaped their teams, and deepened their empathy for clients.

You’ll learn:

• How to lead through chaos and uncertainty

• The financial and insurance lessons most owners overlook

• What it takes to rebuild trust, culture, and momentum after loss

Woodard Cleaning & Restoration: https://woodard247.com/

Green Clean: https://www.teamgreenclean.com/

Oklahoma Disaster Restoration: https://okdisaster.com/

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In this special episode of the GPS Podcast, we’re joined by Kelley Dolan, Violand Business Development Advisor, and Jim Eckard, CFO of Thomasville Restoration, to unpack the Restoration Industry Association’s Cost of Doing Business Report powered by KnowHow.

Together, they dive into what the data reveals about profitability, labor costs, technology investments, and the real challenges restoration companies face in 2025 and beyond. Whether you’re an owner, manager, or financial leader, this conversation will help you benchmark your business and make more strategic, data-driven decisions.

Download RIAs Cost of Doing Business Report: https://www.costofrestoration.com/download-the-report

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