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Toolbox for the Trades

Ismael Valdez’s Toolkit for Success: Perseverance, Disruption, and Teamwork

Jan 16, 2024
Ismael Valdez, a 'Renaissance Man' in contracting, shares insights on knowing your numbers, paying people well, and staying ahead of competitors. He discusses struggling business owners, scaling effectively, and managing labor costs. The podcast also covers dispatching techniques, partnership with Wrench, balancing work and personal life, and innovative thermostat technology.
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Quick takeaways

  • Focus on tough decisions and team well-being during challenges.
  • Enhance business growth by knowing essential KPIs like revenue and average ticket.

Deep dives

Fundamentals of Operation and Contracting

Booking the car, signing the car, selling the car, installing the car, and collecting the car are highlighted as the key aspects of operations and contracting for service professionals in the trades.

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