The Adjuster Coach Podcast

The Power of Transferable Skills with Patrick Kimmell

🤔 What do satellite dish installs and hurricane storm claims have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of The Adjuster Coach Podcast, host Pablo Gonzalez sits down with Patrick Kimmell, a veteran independent adjuster who turned a decade of technical field work into a thriving career in claims. Before he was navigating 16 state licenses and 10 major hurricanes, Patrick was climbing ladders as a DirecTV technician. Patrick shares the "secret sauce" that helped him transition: Transferable Skills. From mastering "soft skills" in a customer's living room to the relentless hustle of a CAT deployment, Patrick breaks down exactly how he built his reputation as a go-to adjuster in the Kansas City area and beyond. ✅ In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Patrick moved from tech work to becoming Xactimate Level 3 Certified • Why your ability to talk to an insured person is more important than your ability to write an estimate • What it’s really like to work your first deployment • Why "sitting at the hotel bar" with managers is actually a business strategy Whether you're a field technician looking for a career change or a new adjuster trying to land your first deployment, Patrick’s journey offers a roadmap for success built on hard work and continuous learning. 💼 Ready to level up your adjusting career? Coaching, resume help, and real-world guidance at https://theadjustercoach.co/ [https://theadjustercoach.co/] 👍 Subscribe, hit the bell, and comment with the skill you think matters most in the field today. 🔗 Sponsored by IA Path ( iapath.com [https://iapath.com/] | Promo: pablo) and Open Road Coffee (openroadcoffeeroastery.com [http://openroadcoffeeroastery.com] | Promo: Cafe). #InsuranceAdjuster #ClaimsAdjuster #IndependentAdjuster

Resilience, Leadership & the Future of Adjusting with Natalie Arroyave

Resilience, leadership, and the future of adjusting—Natalie Arroyave has lived it all. With 14+ years in field operations, business development, and complex claims, she’s built Adjuster Hour, a nationally recognized platform empowering adjusters across the country. In this episode of The Adjuster Coach Podcast, host Pablo Gonzalez dives into Natalie’s journey, exploring how she’s turned career challenges into opportunities, what true leadership looks like in adjusting, and how the profession is evolving with new technology, training, and community. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned veteran, you’ll come away with strategies to build resilience and thrive in this demanding but rewarding industry. Brought to you by IA Path and Open Road Coffee. For more coaching resources, visit TheAdjusterCoach.co [http://TheAdjusterCoach.co].

From Layoff to Insurance Adjuster with Ryan Sorenson

🤔 What would you do if you lost your job, had a newborn on the way, and went eight months without a paycheck? For Ryan Sorenson, the answer was to reinvent himself and break into the insurance adjusting world. In this episode, host Pablo Gonzalez sits down with Ryan to unpack his journey from cardiac rehab therapist to independent adjuster. Ryan shares how he turned a career layoff in 2023 into an opportunity to build a future in claims adjusting—navigating licensing, training, networking, and his first deployment under high personal pressure. Listeners will hear firsthand: * The challenges of transitioning from healthcare into adjusting * How Ryan managed perseverance during months of financial uncertainty * The differences between desk, field, CAT adjusting, and loss prevention * Lessons learned from a rookie’s first deployment and what new adjusters should expect Whether you’re just getting licensed or searching for your first deployment, Ryan’s story will inspire you to stay the course. This episode is packed with practical insights, motivation, and a behind-the-scenes look at building a career in independent insurance adjusting. Subscribe to The Adjuster Coach Podcast to learn how to level up your skills, mindset, and career in the adjusting world. 👉 Learn more at TheAdjusterCoach.co [http://TheAdjusterCoach.co]

Auto Adjusting 101: How to Start Your Independent Adjuster Career with Chris Stanley of IA Path

🤔 What if breaking into independent adjusting didn’t mean years of waiting for your first storm deployment or getting lost in the “adjuster lottery”? In this episode of The Adjuster Coach Podcast, Pablo Gonzalez sits down with Chris Stanley—founder of IA Path, 19-time Amazon #1 bestselling author, and host of the Independent Adjuster Podcast. Chris has helped more than 5,000 people start their adjusting careers, with a focus on auto claims as the fastest way to get working in the field. From skipping the dreaded “2–5 year experience” requirement to building a roadmap that actually gets you hired, Chris shares how new adjusters can move from licensed to deployed without waiting on luck. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of his unconventional lifestyle (yes, raising a family on a sailboat), his perspective on writing for adjusters, and why he believes the industry offers not just a career—but freedom. Whether you’re brand new or looking to pivot, this episode is packed with insights to help you chart your own course in independent adjusting.

A Day in the Life of a Field Adjuster with Julian Badillo

What’s it really like to live life on the road as a field adjuster? In this episode of The Adjuster Coach Podcast, Pablo Gonzalez sits down with adjuster and Xactimate Mobile instructor, Julian Badillo, for a raw, inside look at the daily grind. From booking housing and finding food on the fly, to climbing ladders in storm-damaged neighborhoods, Julian shares the travel hacks, safety lessons, and tech tools that keep him efficient and sharp in the field. Along the way, he reflects on his journey into adjusting, how he became a go-to XM8 Mobile trainer, and what the future of AI means for the industry. Whether you’re brand new to adjusting or you’re out there chasing claims, this episode is packed with practical tips and road-tested wisdom. 📌 Check out our sponsors: Open Road Coffee: Open Road Coffee is offering 10% off your next order. Just use the code Cafe at openroadcoffeeroastery.com [http://openroadcoffeeroastery.com]. IA Path: Over 50 IA firms waive the experience requirement for IA Path grads for auto adjusting. It’s not just a course—it’s a career-launching system. Start your journey at IAPath.com [http://IAPath.com]. AdjusterPro: Your trusted resource for adjuster licensing. Visit http://www.adjusterpro.com/pablo [http://www.adjusterpro.com/pablo] and use discount code PABLO5 for 5% off and no tax. 🔔 Hit follow or subscribe now so you never miss an episode and check out TheAdjusterCoach.co [http://TheAdjusterCoach.co] for one-on-one coaching, resume help, and career guidance that gets you working faster.