Ian Pring

We all do it, believing in things that aren’t true. As kids, we were told that Santa Clause, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, and wrestling were all real. (hope no kids are reading this!) IT WAS A LIE, a myth, a fun thing to believe, but far from the truth. Today I’d like to quickly bust some myths that you may still believe in as an independent adjuster. These myths, just like good ol Saint Nick, may be holding you back from the truth. Be careful the truth hurts.

(Due to Easter Weekend I have taken this week off from new episodes, but we have 4 amazing guests lined up for April! Stay Tuned!)   IA 32 How to Get More Deployments as a Hail Adjuster Without Breaking the Bank on Licenses Today on episode 32 I wanted to share with you, How to Get More Deployments as a Hail Adjuster Without Breaking the Bank on Licenses. I’m asked about what licenses to obtain over and over and I figured it was time I’d address it here on the podcast. I’ve missed a few weeks and I apologize. Been sick for a few weeks and we had a huge storm in Dallas, so no excuse, but I apologize for the absence and I’m back. Lots of great things happening and brewing. So I want to cover the licenses you should obtain, but first I need to tell you that. Today’s episode is brought to you by, “Badger Mapping” Badger Mapping is the very best mapping so

Ryan Hampton , "Boss," is quickly becoming the father of the ever growing PDR family. Unlike the mafia "bosses" of old Ryan may be the nicest person you'll ever meet. Hear Ryan share his story, his regrets, his purpose, and passion. Ryan shares how putting family first is the key to a successful career and satisfying life. Now it's time to call and to talk with Ryan Hampton, the PDR "Boss." Name – Ryan Hampton Company – 300 Location – St. Louis, MO Superpower – Connection Contact – Ryan Hampton LinkedIn Profile Ryan@the300Advantage.com Cell: 636-734-5470 PDRMobile.com Podcast Sponsor

Being a go-getter and hustling is a great way to improve your odds of success as an IA. Joseph Heidel has quickly grabbed onto this concept. Joseph Heidel has risen from being a typical IA in Pilot orientation (where I met him) to rising through the ranks of our industry. He now finds himself as the National Operations Manager of Hi-Tech PDR overseeing multiple states for one of the nations largest PDR companies. As a former professional salesman, Joseph shares with us how to be successful as an IA in the PDR industry, the importance of first impressions, and how to make a lasting impact on anyone you meet. Name – Joseph Heidel Company – Hi-Tech PDR Location – Frisco, TX Superpower – Impression Contact – Joseph Heidel LinkedIn Profile

As an IA doing daily claims you tend to get a lot of windshield time, today’s guest is even more extreme than most, he is the “Road Warrior” Jason Shufford is an IA out of Brewton Alabama who tends to spend his time driving, driving, and more driving, and when he isn’t driving he a true eye and talent for art. Jason shares his story today as an inspiration and encouragement to all of us listening. Name – Jason Shufford Jr. Company – Professional Auto Appraisals Location – Brewton, Alabama Superpower – Adaptation Contact – Cell 251-363-0026 Jshuffordjr@gmail.com Jason Shufford Jr. LinkedIn Profile Podcast Sponsor

Paul Kordon is a crossover from..... the dark side. As a paintless dent repair technician Paul is coming to educate, inform, and rescue us from some of the common mistakes and misconceptions we adjusters have when it comes to PDR.  Paul, or I’ll call him, “Flash Kordon”, is a 20 year PDR technician, influencer in his industry, and creator of the very first retail side panel PDR matrix. His work is influencing his industry to think differently about pricing, pushing the boundaries of what is repairable, and working to help bridge the gap from the PDR industry to other adjacent industries such as adjusters. Name – Paul Kordon Company – PaulKordon.com Location – Hamilton, Virginia Superpower – Metal Bending Contact – Paul Kordon LinkedIn Profile,

Tim Davis Jr. may be the "Junior" of the SCA Tim's, but he is no junior as an influence on the industry. He is the president of SCA Appraisal Company, one of the largest and long standing appraisal companies in the industry. He has helped SCA scale from being a Southern California regional IA firm to being a nationwide powerhouse. Hear Tim give the secret sauce to success as an IA and an independent business owner in this podcast. We also dive into how SCA is tackling the major issue of large scale hail catastrophes in 2018. As an appraiser you don't want to miss this great opportunity SCA is presenting to the best in the biz. Get a peak into the future as we call and talk with Tim Davis Jr. Name – Tim Davis Jr. Company – SCA Appraisal Company Location – Los Angeles, California Superpower – Regeneration Contact –

Learn how to hustle your way to being an IA, finding extra income, or how to pursue your dream career with Nick Loper. Nick is an expert in the art of side hustling, therefore he is"The Hustler" Name – Nick Loper Company – SideHustleNation.com Location – Livermore, California Superpower – Hustle Contact – SideHustleNation.com/ideas or Nicks LinkedIn Profile Podcast Sponsor LeagueofIAs.com – Unlock your adjusting superpowers with over $2000 in training, tools, and discounts for $50/month. Get your free guide to the first 5 Steps to Becoming an Independent Adjuster

Hear the “Bounce Back King” Rob Ortega challenge all of us on staying positive in the claims industry as a claims adjuster. Hear how he bounces back day after day, situation after situation to stay on the cutting edge and achieved his long term goals. Name – Rob Ortega Company – B&E Appraisal Service Location – Tucson, Arizona Superpower – Positive Attitude Contact – ROrtega@bandeappraisal.com or Robs LinkedIn Profile BandEAppraisal.com Podcast Sponsor AutoForms.co – Total loss forms and Admin information for claims filled out…. instantly. Create your estimates and files in seconds with just an assignment PDF. Get your free guide to the first 

Today on episode 35 we are going to talk about millennials in claims adjusting. Hear the Superman of insurance and expert on millenials in the insurance industry... Tony Canas. You will hear how Tony puts me on the couch and reads my mail as a millennial, live on the air. Tony talks about how millennials could benefit the insurance industry and be benefited by the insurance industry. This is an interview you don’t want to miss. Today’s episode is brought to you by, “Livegenic” Check out Tony's Blog and podcast at InsNerds.com Pre-order his book, "Insuring Tomorrow" o

Hear "Heavy Man" Jay Contino share his 20+ years of IA experience on how to write heavy equipment claims, how to get what you need on a heavy inspection, what software to use, and what he wished he had learned early on. Name - Jay Contino Company - Basset Services Location - Horse Shoe, NC Superpower - Heavy Lifting Contact - jay@bassetservices.com & 828-674-3645 TruckWriter Estimator - https://twesoftware.com/ 713-574-7785 David Jimenez   Podcast Sponsor AutoForms.co - Total loss forms and Admin information for claims filled out.... instantly. Create your estimates and files in seconds with just an assignment PDF. Get your free guide to the fi

Hear why you now is a great time to become an independent adjuster, learn how to expand your book of business, and stay relevant in the industry with CEO and industry leader Ernie Bray. Ernie is the CEO of 6-time Inc 5000 winner ACD. (Auto Claims Direct) "Mr. ACD", Ernie Bray shares his IA story and discusses the future of the claims industry with IA Path's Chris Stanley. Name - Ernie Bray Company - ACD or Auto Claims Direct Superpower - Business Development Contact - ACDCorp.com & 888-403-4223

Find out how to infiltrate your industry, how to awake your potential, what are the two things you must care about, and how not to limit yourselves as an auto damage appraiser. "Mind Man", Miguel Garcia, shares his insider secrets of how to get farther in the auto damage industry. Name - Miguel Garcia Company - Garcia Mobile Collision Estimates Location - Broken Arrow, OK Superpower - Mind Reading Contact - 918-500-6239 Podcast Sponsor AutoForms.co - Total loss forms filled out.... instantly Get your free guide to the first 5 Steps to Becoming an Independent Adjuster

Find out why you should think about writing letters to the adjuster, how to manage the chaos, and how to help people get a piece of themselves back as we call and talk with Shawn Parsons who is the "Everyday Man" Podcast Sponsor AutoForms.co - Total loss forms filled out.... instantly Get your free guide to the first 5 Steps to Becoming an Independent Adjuster by visiting IAPath.com/steps

Whats the "snowball effect?" Why can't you think of yourself as an appraiser? And what does Jeremy Shaw have in common with Drew Bledsoe? Find out as we call and talk with Jeremy Shaw the" Early Riser" Name - Jeremy Shaw Company - Shaw Appraisal Services Location - Abilene, TX Superpower - Early Riser Podcast Sponsor AutoForms.co - Total loss forms filled out.... instantly Get your free guide to the first 5 Steps to Becoming an Independent Adjuster

Hurricane Harvey, The New Adjuster Gold Rush

In this episode, Chris breaks down how he feels about each software in the different categories that actually affect his day to day work. We all have to use an estimating system to write our estimates and it can make or break you as an adjuster. Make a wise decision that will help you in your journey

Todays episode is an interview with Amanda Hughes of the Doan Group. You'll hear what the Doan Group wants and desires out of their auto damage appraisers. At the end of the episode I give you 5 practical steps you can apply today to become a more valuable auto damage appraiser.

This episode answers the common questions behind the pay of an auto damage appraiser or independent auto claims adjuster. Today's episode is brought to you by Badger Mapping. Check it out HERE The Independent Truth Behind an Independent Appraiser or Claims Adjuster Salary Earning a living, making the cash, bringing home the bacon, and making it rain are all different ways to say, "making money." It's why we do what we do or why we are interested in doing something different. People want to know before they get involved in a new career, job, or even helping out a buddy, "what will I get paid?"  In this post I'm going to walk you through the “independent truth about the pay of an auto damage appraiser and independent auto claims adjuster.” AVG per year of a Claims Adjuster $63,000 The average per year is in the ballpar