Member Since 2016
Tommy Mello
A1 Garage Door Repair
Phoenix, Arizona Area
Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, the host of the Home Service Expert podcast, and owner, or investor, in 14 other businesses ranging from Christmas lights to real estate to mobile apps and software. In 2010, Tommy became the sole owner and operator of a single Phoenix-based garage door service business that came with $50,000 in debt. Today, only a few short years later, A1Garage generates north of $30 million in annual revenue employing over 250 people in 12 separate states. Tommy has been recognized with Top Entrepreneurs under 35, Best Dealer and Super Service awards from multiple associations including Angie's List and The Better Business Bureau. He has been interviewed on numerous occasions by top television personalities and service-related publications. The Home Service Expert, Tommy's podcast, is the No. 1 learning resource for ambitious home service entrepreneurs. He created this podcast to share his knowledge with other entrepreneurs so they can grow their businesses as he did. Tommy is a regular contributor to Inc., Entrepreneur, and other business publications as well as featuring his own blog on both Home Service Expert and Home Service Millionaire. He has authored his own book covering all of his knowledge on the industry to help others. When not in the office or working on the businesses, you will find him on a plane headed to exotic locations or chasing that little white ball on an Arizona golf course. This visionary is transforming the face of the home service industry and is an inspiration to all of those wishing to take charge of their companies and live the lives they have always dreamed of. "My experience running one of the top home service businesses in the country has motivated me to help other entrepreneurs." And that he has...
RECENT CONTENT
May 30th, 2023
Why You Should Give Customers A Great Experience Over A Great Price
There's a way better and likely way more profitable strategy to win in business than competing on price.
May 3rd, 2023
Four Tips For Growing Your Business During A Recession
If a recession does hit, the last thing you want to do is scale back on marketing.
March 30th, 2023
Four Ways To Make Your Job Description Superstar-Worthy
The best employees have options, and you need to show why you're the number one option for them.
March 6th, 2023
Why You Shouldn't Just Hire People Who Are Like You
As business owners or leaders, we often find people to work for us who are like us. That might feel good, but that can be one of the biggest hiring mistakes.
January 31st, 2023
Three Fundamental Principles That Great Companies Understand
Sure, you need to have a great product or service. You need to have great marketing. All that's obviously the foundation. But that's not enough.
January 10th, 2023
Where's Your Marketing Dollar Best Spent? It's Not Social Media, Email Or TV
Here's the biggest missing element that I see in almost every entrepreneur or leader I meet.
December 7th, 2022
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Branding
Here's why branding is more important than most people think.
November 9th, 2022
4 Ways To Show Your Employees You Care
Apart from paying my employees better, here are a few other things I do for them, and what you could do, too.
September 27th, 2022
The 3 "Team Player" Qualities Of Employees
Praise by praise, acknowledgment by acknowledgment; that's how you create a culture of team players.
August 18th, 2022
Leadership Lessons From 'Undercover Billionaire': Ask Questions
If you had $2,000 in your bank account, would you pay $1,500 just to talk with an expert?
July 13th, 2022
5 Strategies To Develop Other Leaders With Your Own Leadership
Here's how you go from firefighting to developing leaders to scale your business.
June 15th, 2022
Learn How To Be A Coach To Be A Better Manager
To be a coach, you need to get into the mindset of pushing people to become their very best. You define your success by their success.
May 19th, 2022
3 Tips To Help You Delegate Better In Your Business
Ask yourself: “How can I delegate and teach my team better?” Your answer determines how good of a leader you will become.
April 21st, 2022
Don’t Like Reading? Seven Smart Ways To Learn Faster
Having the right person point you in the right direction or give you proven shortcuts can be life-changing.
March 29th, 2022
The No. 1 Leadership Habit Has Nothing To Do With Managing, Hiring Or Communication
At the end of the day, leadership is about energy.
February 28th, 2022
The Top Business Lesson For Entrepreneurs: Sell It Right
What we want is customers not once or twice, but for life.
February 4th, 2022
Three Tips For Building A Genuine Culture In Your Business
A line of employees out my door asked for pay deductions when Covid-19 hit. That wasn’t just a moving moment for me. It’s a leadership lesson that I’d never forget.
September 25th, 2018
Five Ways To Run More Effective Meetings That Your Team Doesn't Dread
Host more productive meetings by limiting the time and attendees.
July 27th, 2018
Most Entrepreneurs Overlook This Aspect of Employee Management
What type of people make up your team?
January 17th, 2018
When Losing Profit In Business Can Be A Good Thing
When it comes to customer relationships, entrepreneurs need to stop being penny wise, pound foolish.
January 4th, 2018
Three Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Business Without Even Knowing It
Dream big, do small.
December 14th, 2017
The One Business Metric You Can't Afford To Ignore
The one driver of any business is closing sales day in, day out.
November 30th, 2017
Quality Over Quantity: How To Focus On Your Most Valuable Customers
Instead of simply milking your customers for all they’re worth, cultivate long-term relationships.
September 22nd, 2017
Becoming The Leader Your Employees Want And Need
Want to grow your company quickly? Support your employees through feedback.
August 25th, 2017
The Top Four Soft Skills Any Employee Will Need To Become A Superstar
There are a thousand soft skills that you can measure. But remember: Only a few will create the results you need to grow your business.
August 11th, 2017
The Best Way To Sell Your Brand To Your Customers
Would you go as far as to show up at your customer's door to rectify a company service issue?
July 27th, 2017
What Sheryl Sandberg, Bill Gates And Robert Herjavec Have In Common
You will learn and grow a lot faster with someone who has "been there, done that."
July 24th, 2017
Want To Scale Your Business Two Times Faster? Outsource The Right Way
Outsourcing work is not just a convenient thing to do. It can be a great competitive advantage if you hire the right remote employees and manage them well.
June 21st, 2017
How To Scale Your Business Without Sacrificing Your Employees' Well-Being
Never prioritize growth over the happiness and well-being of your employees.
May 16th, 2017
Why Building A Strong Team Should Be One Of Your Biggest Business Investments
Your business relies on the skills and effort of your team. It’s up to you to help them find the skills and motivation to do their best and make your business shine.
April 28th, 2017
Three Ways To Build Your Reputation Online And Earn Your Customers' Trust
You need attention and trust if you want to survive.
February 13th, 2017
You're Only As Strong As Your Weakest Link: Seven Ways To Hire 'A' Players
Hiring right the first time can play a factor in the future success of your business.
November 22nd, 2016
How To Leverage Credit To Grow Your Business
Building up your credit now will have a significant impact on the future growth of your business.
November 10th, 2016
Three Ways To Dominate Your Market During An Economic Downturn
By preparing now, you can make the most of a decline in the economy and leverage it for your business.
October 14th, 2016
Seven Ways To Find (And Hire) Your Company's Top Performers
Your people are at the crux of your entire operation.
August 29th, 2016
An Inside Look At How Passion Affects Business
Passion can't be feigned, but it means everything to the core of your business.
COMPANY INFO
A1 Garage Door Repair
A1 Garage Door Service is the best choice garage door specialist in the industry. We install, service and repair all kinds and types of garage doors in the United States. A1 Garage Door Service is known for providing only the best value for money. We always aim for the best possible customer service and experience, reasonable costs for our products and services, give FREE estimates and FREE professional advice as well as amazing deals and discounts when you book our service. What’s more, we GUARANTEE that we service all manufacturer warranties, including lifetime warranties. What more can you ask for? Also, Tommy Mello is the host of the podcast Home Service Expert, where he interviews some of the countries best entrepreneurs and experts in the home service industry to share their surprising strategies and insights that have made them successful. Home Service Millionaire has been created for home service owners who don’t know how to grow because they can’t possibly work any more hours than they already are, who are just getting started and want to grow their business fast and effectively, owners who have surpassed the 6-figure barrier but are now feeling stuck, managers who want to excel in their jobs and become better leaders, or employees who wants to grow and deliver outstanding results. He wanted to help other entrepreneurs grow their businesses as he has.
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