Igor Trninic, co-founder of Breakthrough Academy, shares his journey from financial mismanagement in his painting business to building a successful franchise. He discusses the dire consequences of poor financial organization, such as losing key employees and unprofitable projects. Igor emphasizes the need for annual budgeting and monthly financial reviews to ensure profitability. With insights into systematic operations and profit margin management, he stresses the importance of structured support for contractors aiming for financial stability and growth.
Effective financial management through annual budgeting and monthly reviews helps contractors avoid unexpected instability and retain valuable employees,
Analyzing job type profitability enables contractors to focus on viable projects, ensuring optimal resource allocation and financial growth.
Deep dives
The Importance of Financial Organization
Financial organization is crucial for contractors to avoid costly mistakes. Many contractors experience the consequences of being financially unstructured, often leading to having to let go of talented team members due to unexpected financial instability. A proactive approach to financial planning, such as creating annual budgets well in advance, helps contractors forecast unprofitable months and aligns their production, sales, and marketing activities. This discipline in financial management allows businesses to maintain stability and focus on growth, minimizing the emotional toll of financial surprises.
Regular Financial Reviews Enhance Awareness
Regular financial reviews are essential to maintaining a solid grasp of a contractor's financial health. Monthly checks with an accountant allow contractors to compare actual financial performance against their budget, providing an opportunity for timely corrections. This consistent oversight prevents the shock of discovering at year-end that a company has not made the anticipated profits and enables quick adjustments to operations as needed. By incorporating a habit of regular financial assessment, contractors can avoid the frustration of being misaligned with their financial goals.
Understanding Profitability Across Services
Contractors often overlook the profitability of different revenue streams, inadvertently leading to years of building projects that do not contribute positively to their bottom line. Analyzing gross profit margins for each job type helps identify which services are financially viable and which should be reconsidered. For instance, a contractor might excel in commercial projects but struggle with custom residential jobs that drain resources without similar returns. This awareness allows businesses to focus on more profitable projects, ensuring effective use of time and energy.
Breakthrough Academy's Support for Contractors
Breakthrough Academy offers targeted support for contractors looking to streamline their business operations and enhance profitability. Through structured programs, they guide contractors in implementing efficient systems and processes necessary for scaling their businesses effectively. Participants benefit from a collaborative community of like-minded entrepreneurs who share best practices and hold each other accountable, fostering a high-performance culture. With resources and mentorship, Breakthrough Academy empowers contractors to navigate the complexities of their financial and operational challenges, ultimately leading to sustainable growth.
Join Matt and Breakthrough Academy (BTA) co-founder Igor Trninic in a conversation about financial management and the consequences of being financially disorganized in the construction industry. BTA is not only part of The Build Show Expert team, but also a company that helps contractors streamline their operations and achieve financial stability. They delve into three main consequences of poor financial management: having to let go of valuable employees due to financial instability, being surprised by poor financial performance at year-end, and unknowingly working on unprofitable projects.
Igor shares his background, highlighting his early experiences with financial mismanagement and the lessons he learned. He emphasizes the importance of annual budgeting and monthly financial reviews to keep a business on track. They also discuss the significance of understanding gross profit margins by job type to ensure profitability. Igor provides insights into how BTA assists contractors in systematizing their businesses through a structured program that includes pre-produced content, biweekly coaching, and a supportive community of contractors. If you want to start getting control of your finances, download BTA's Budget Tool, free for BuildShow listeners. https://trybta.com/BSN-Financial.