PRESS Release: Learning Paths A Series of courses and activities that are curated for a specific learning outcome.

Restoration Technical Institute PRESS RELEASE: Learning Paths

Reading, PA, Restoration Technical Institute proudly announces the launch of Learning Paths, a transformative component within their acclaimed Digital Training Solution.  This breakthrough offering empowers companies to equip their teams with the tools that yield high-impact results with just a single click.  Learning Paths consist of meticulously curated courses and activities, strategically designed to achieve specific learning outcomes.

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For contractors who are interested OR are already delivering insurance-related restoration and reconstruction services, this webinar will give you insights and understanding into how a contractor fits into the property insurance claims process. The ability to consider different perspectives on the process that may help you develop your approaches. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn more about and apply to become a HOMEE Pro.

FREE WEBINAR: Introduction to Insurance Claims for Contractors & Join the HOMEE Network

For contractors who are interested OR are already delivering insurance-related restoration and reconstruction services, this webinar will give you insights and understanding into how a contractor fits into the property insurance claims process. The ability to consider different perspectives on the process that may help you develop your approaches. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn more about and apply to become a HOMEE Pro.

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From the Desk of Dad: 10 Wisdoms for Business

By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. Photo credit: Poike / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images August 7, 2023 I lost my dad unexpectedly in June 2023. He was an amazing dad, […]

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A devastating home disaster scene depicting extensive damage caused by a large loss event. The image shows a residential structure engulfed in flames, with billowing smoke filling the sky. Debris and charred remnants are scattered across the surrounding area. Firefighters and emergency responders can be seen in the foreground, working diligently to contain the blaze and protect nearby structures. The gravity of the situation is evident from the chaotic scene, symbolizing the need for expertise and mastery in handling large loss situations.

Restoring Success: How to Effectively Use Lists for Restoration Operations

By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. Photo credit: eyfoto / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images May 8, 2023 For nearly 23 years in the industry, I have been making lists. […]

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business ownership, financial success, restoration business profitability, restoration estimating

Managing Job Profitability Part 2: The Budget

Restoring Success By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. Production Manager: “If you spend more than you got, you are not going to have a good time.” There it is! Sounds simple, yet […]

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RTI & iRestore Press Release: RTI & iRestore Collaboration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lisa Lavender, COOMarch 9, 2023Phone: 610-926-0223 | Email: lisa@RTILearning.com Reading, PA, Restoration Technical Institute (RTILearning.com) and iRestore, Restoration CompanyManagement Software, Palm City, FL, have collaborated and […]

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company culture, restoration business leadership, restoration technology

Tips For Implementing Something New At Your Restoration Firm

By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. Original Blog Source: https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/90410-tips-for-implementing-something-new-at-your-restoration-firm Software, applications, tools, and products. You and/or your team have decided it is a good thing to buy and use something […]

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company culture, employee management, restoration business leadership

How Do You Know What You Need To Do At Your Restoration Company?

By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. In our day-to-day, leadership, managers, teams, are often identifying problems and setting goals. As we enter a new year, you may even be working off […]

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communication in business, company culture, restoration business leadership

Restorers Need to Ask: To Reply All Or NOT Reply All

By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. When I created the weekly tip for success, “Know when to Reply All and NOT to Reply All,” I did not expect to receive […]

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company culture employee management

Things I Learned From Running A Restoration Company

By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. I absolutely do not know “everything” and am grateful to learn new things every day. As I consider myself an operations person, my work […]

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restoration management software

How Restoration Contractors Can Let Go to Grow

Why is letting go so hard? As a recovering micromanager myself, it often sounds like this: Nobody will do it as well as me or do it right. How do […]

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Harnessing the Power of Experiential Learning in your Training Programs

August 31, 2022 By Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. Training is an important function in any operation and is critical to our companies’ effectiveness and efficiency. It has a direct impact […]

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restoration business development

8 Tips to Manage the Thousands of Details of a Restoration Business

Originally Published at R&R Magazine August 4, 2022 Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. You’ve heard and can relate to the saying from Gustave Flaubert, “The devil is in the detail.” It refers […]

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Applied Microbial Remediation Technician Training

Get Certified with RTI’s Applied Microbial Remediation Technician Training

When you’re involved in water damage restoration, chances are you will come in contact with mold growth and occasionally sewage damage. Many homes and businesses are affected by mold and […]

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Constructive Feedback: Delivering and Receiving For Continuous Improvement

 May 12, 2022 Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. and Paul Pinchak My entire life I have received what I would consider constructive feedback from special guest contributor, Paul Pinchak, my father. Overall, […]

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RTI & CDR Press Release: RTI & CDR Collaboration

Berks Fire Water Restorations Inc.  1145 Commons Blvd., Reading, PA 19605. • 610-478-8660 • bfw@bfwrestorations.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lisa Lavender, COO April 4, 2022 Phone: 610-926-0223 Email: Lisa@RTILearning.com Reading, PA, […]

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When Failure Is Not an Option: A Mindset Powered by Passion

(Originally posted March 31, 2022 at R&R Mag Online) Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R. One of the many things I like most about being involved in the training side of […]

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How to Train Someone From Outside or Inside the Restoration Industry

Hiring outside the industry brings fresh ideas to your organization. It is a necessity for overcoming labor shortages and has many other advantages like avoiding the need to overcome bad […]

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