

218. $10MM Contractor Roadmap: Operator to Strategist - Danny Kerr
10 snips May 23, 2025
Scaling a contracting business can be daunting, but there’s a proven roadmap. Discover the four growth phases every contractor encounters and how to identify your current stage. Uncover common challenges at each phase, along with effective systems to resolve them. Learn about the shift from managing to coaching, fostering team autonomy, and strategic planning for long-term success. Plus, get practical tools to enhance emotional resilience and make informed decisions as you grow.
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Four Phases of Contractor Growth
- Contracting business growth follows a predictable four-phase path with known barriers and solutions.
- Understanding these phases helps contractors prepare for and manage growth challenges effectively.
Danny Kerr's Entrepreneurial Journey
- Danny Kerr shares his journey from poverty to entrepreneurship starting with a painting company at 18.
- He built a large team but felt hollow until he learned business systems and financial controls.
Master Job Costing Early
- Track job profitability by labor, subs, materials, and more to understand true costs.
- Use job costing to spot losses and adjust estimating or subcontractor use accordingly.