CSTG 215: Plug Revenue Leaks with Text Automation: Ryan Fenn & Justin Judd from Chiirp

Tired of leads falling through the cracks? This episode is a must-listen for home service business owners ready to plug revenue leaks and unlock serious growth 💸 Chad Peterman sits down with Ryan Fenn and Justin Judd from Chiirp to explore how simple automations can transform missed calls and unclosed estimates into booked jobs. Learn how even the "Nancy and Judith" of your team can become sales ninjas with the right tools—and how texting is the king of conversion. If your marketing dollars are working overtime but your close rates are stalling, this one's for you. Let's turn lost revenue into ROI. Additional Resources: Ryan Fenn on LinkedIn Justin Judd on LinkedIn Chiirp Website Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community (powered by our media partner, PeopleForward Network) Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Texting drives results: With up to a 99% open rate, text messaging beats email and phone calls for speed-to-lead and follow-up success. Automation fills the cracks: Chiirp identifies revenue leaks—like missed calls, open estimates, and no-response leads—and plugs them with automated follow-up. Human + Tech = Superpower: The goal isn't to replace your team—it's to enhance them. Automation handles the repetition, freeing your people to focus on human connection and closing deals. Start small, scale fast: Contractors see the best ROI by implementing one automation at a time, building buy-in and momentum without overwhelming the team. Mindset unlocks growth: Tools like Chiirp only work when leadership is committed to improving internal operations and believes in the power of elevating their people.