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Mission Control Podcast

Mission Control Podcast

By: Michael Stearns
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Welcome to the Mission Control Podcast! Your host, Michael Stearns has many years in the digital marketing business, so he has plenty of wins & failures to share on the show.2022 Economics Marketing Marketing & Sales
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  • The Road From Prison to Entrepreneurship.
    Nov 19 2025

    In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with David Carroll — Founder of DOPE Marketing and one of the most radically self-aware entrepreneurs in the contractor space.

    David's story is nothing short of wild. From spending ages 21 to 25 in prison, to rebuilding his life from scratch, to becoming a leader, father, and business owner with a completely different outlook on discipline, gratitude, and growth — this conversation goes deep.

    Mike and David break down what it actually takes to reinvent yourself, how destructive habits can silently run your life, why gratitude doesn't come naturally to most entrepreneurs, and the internal work required to stop running on chaos and start living with intention. David opens up about sobriety, fatherhood, ego, expectations, and the turning points that forced him to confront who he really wanted to be.

    If you're a contractor, business owner, or anyone trying to rewrite your story while building something meaningful, this episode hits different. It's raw, honest, and packed with lessons from someone who's lived every chapter — the highs, the lows, and the work it takes to grow through all of it.

    Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free: https://shorturl.at/quCQ5

    Contact us : takeoff@ascenddigitalexperts.com

    Let's Connect! ==== ==== ====

    Website: https://bit.ly/3NQXXKK

    Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xH8VaT

    Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3RWTSyr

    David Carroll:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.l.carroll.7

    Dope Marketing:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DopeMktg

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCwhQCqt3WGZN-skFCnvE2RA

    Website: https://www.dopemarketing.com/

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    59 mins
  • From Burnout to Breakthrough in Roofing!
    Nov 17 2025

    In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Larry Landwher, owner of Grand View Roofing & Exteriors in New Jersey. Larry shares his journey from working long hours as a subcontractor to running a growing roofing and exteriors company — and the mental toll that came with it.

    They dive into what it takes to transition from sub-work to full ownership, how to stay clear-headed when business feels like you're being waterboarded, and why vulnerability and networking can change everything. Larry opens up about the fear that almost ended it all, the systems that saved him, and the lessons he's learned scaling from 11 to 34 employees in just a year.

    If you're a contractor chasing growth, battling burnout, or just trying to keep your head above water — this one's for you.

    Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free: https://shorturl.at/quCQ5

    Contact us : takeoff@ascenddigitalexperts.com

    Let's Connect! ==== ==== ====

    Website: https://bit.ly/3NQXXKK

    Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xH8VaT

    Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3RWTSyr

    Larry Landwher

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/larry.landwher.5

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-landwher-63a798226/

    Website: https://www.gvexteriors.com/

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    49 mins
  • Family Business. Roofing Legacy.
    Nov 15 2025

    In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Adam Fedale, CEO of G. Fedale Roofing & Siding, a family-run company based in Wilmington, Delaware with multiple locations across the East Coast. Adam shares the story of building and scaling a business with his brothers, the challenges and rewards of mixing family with entrepreneurship, and why clear expectations and accountability are non-negotiable for success

    We dive into everything from core values and company culture to handling tough customers, implementing effective SOPs, and the role of extreme ownership and grace in leadership.

    Adam also opens up about how his team keeps follow-up personal and genuine, why not every customer is the right customer, and what it takes to keep 85+ employees aligned and thriving.

    Whether you're leading a roofing company, running a family business, or just want to hear insights on leadership, accountability, and growth—you'll take a ton from Adam's journey.

    Interested in learning more about Roofr? Get your first roof measurement report for free: https://shorturl.at/quCQ5

    Contact us : takeoff@ascenddigitalexperts.com

    Let's Connect! ==== ==== ====

    Website: https://bit.ly/3NQXXKK

    Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xH8VaT

    Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3RWTSyr

    Adam Fedale:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adam.fedale

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-fedale-5540a530/

    Website: https://gfedale.com/

    Kyle Hoffman (Business Coach):

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kyle-hoffman-llc/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kylehoffmanllc

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    1 hr and 14 mins
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