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What if you could step out of the day-to-day and see your business from a whole new perspective? Welcome to Above The Business, where we empower you to rise above the daily grind and embrace a higher way of business ownership. It's time to build your business by design.
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May 2, 2025 • 12min
Episode 458: Lead Yourself First - M.I.T. Your Team
In part two of the Lead Yourself First series, Bradley dives deep into the crucial role of energy in leadership—and why giving your team your best energy is the most important thing you can do for them. Drawing inspiration from powerful business minds like Peter Drucker, Dan Sullivan, and Alex Hormozi, this episode makes the case that your team doesn’t just follow your words—they absorb your energy.Bradley breaks down how small business owners can protect and replenish their energy through practical frameworks like the Buyback Principle, Time and Energy Audits, and the Replacement Ladder. If you’ve ever felt burned out, overwhelmed, or like your business can't run without you, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you shift from Rainmaker to Architect—so you can lead your team with clarity, confidence, and contagious energy.🧠 In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why your energy—not your tactics—is the most valuable thing you bring to your team.How 72% of small business owners report daily stress—and what to do about it.What McKinsey found about the founder's energy in companies under 50 employees.The three strategic tools to help buy back your time and protect your energy:The Buyback Principle – Understand your hourly value and invest in reclaiming your time.Time and Energy Audits – Identify which tasks drain or fuel you, and delegate accordingly.The Replacement Ladder – A step-by-step path to remove yourself from the daily grind.The "Know Your Numbers" Intensive Workshop is open for registration! Join Bradley and guest expert Sutton Sabinash, one of Club Capital's CFO Advisors, for this live workshop on May 27th at 10 AM CST! Learn more and save your seat here: https://intensive.blueprintos.comThanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 28, 2025 • 49min
Episode 457: Referrals Done Right with Scott Grates
In this episode, Bradley sits down with Scott Grates — national best-selling author, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and highly sought-after coach for small business owners. Scott shares his journey of starting multiple businesses from scratch and scaling them into multi-million dollar operations, all while competing against large corporate players.Scott dives into his latest book, Referrals Done Right, and unpacks the Infinite Referral Advantage system — a simple yet powerful framework that helps entrepreneurs build lasting partnerships within their communities. From collaborating with fellow small business owners to partnering with local schools and community organizations, Scott reveals how relationship optimization is the new secret weapon for sustainable business growth.As a father of three, Scott also discusses his passion project: preparing students for real-world success before they ever leave the classroom. Whether you're looking to build deeper connections, amplify your local impact, or simply generate more qualified referrals, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways you can start using immediately.Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgrates/Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 25, 2025 • 15min
Episode 456: Lead Yourself First - M.I.T. You
In this week's episode of The Above The Business Podcast, Bradley Hamner kicks off a powerful new three-part series designed to help you refocus on what matters most in building a business that doesn’t depend solely on you. After covering your business roadmap and operating system in recent episodes, Bradley now turns his attention to you, the entrepreneur.The core message?The most important thing you can do for yourself is to protect your confidence.Drawing on personal experience and proven processes, Bradley shares a practical framework to help you maintain clarity, avoid burnout, and show up strong for your business week after week. Because when you’re tired, stressed, or overwhelmed, you’re not at your best—and your business feels it.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The recap of the two core business problems previously addressed:Lack of clarity (Point A → Point B → Plan).Lack of systems and processes (Blueprint OS).Why exhaustion, stress, and overwhelm are more common than you think—and what to do about it.The bold claim: Your confidence is your most important asset.How to protect that confidence with three simple but powerful rhythms:Weekly planning (especially on Sunday evenings).Quarterly reviews that highlight your wins.Annual reflections that bring your year into perspective.How weekly wins—even during hard weeks—can fuel your momentum and mindset.The importance of community: why surrounding yourself with like-minded entrepreneurs helps you see you’re not alone.Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 21, 2025 • 36min
Episode 455: Redesigned.Business with Nick Berry
In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast, Bradley is joined by seasoned entrepreneur and systems strategist Nick Berry, a man with over two decades of experience in scaling businesses, optimizing operations, and helping owners get out of their own way.Nick has built, co-founded, or acquired dozens of small businesses, with multiple successful exits and consistent recognition for growth, client satisfaction, and company culture. His entrepreneurial journey led him to develop the Business Alignment System, a powerful framework now used by thousands of business owners to better align leadership, strategy, and systems.After exiting his most recent venture, Nick founded Redesigned.Business to help B2B service companies overcome operational inertia and unlock intentional, repeatable growth. He also hosts The Business Owner’s Journey podcast and has co-authored five best-selling books.If you’re a business owner who feels stuck in the day-to-day, this conversation is for you. Nick shares practical strategies to regain clarity, scale with purpose, and finally build a business that works for you—not the other way around.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks.Why alignment is more important than hustle.The real reason many businesses plateau—and how to push past it.What intentional growth actually looks like.The biggest myths business owners believe about scaling.How to move from reactive to proactive leadership.Whether you're running a multi-million dollar firm or just getting your operation off the ground, Nick’s insights will help you build a business that's both profitable and sustainable.Links & Resources:Learn more about Nick’s work: https://www.redesigned.businessListen to The Business Owner’s Journey Podcast:Connect with Nick on LinkedIn:Ready to design a business that runs without you?Register for the Operator to Owner live class—happening this week! You’ll walk away with the clarity and next steps you need to go from stuck in the weeds to finally scaling with freedom. Sign up now » https://webclass.blueprintos.comThanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 18, 2025 • 8min
Episode 454: The OS - 3 D’s
Over the past few weeks, Bradley has walked you through what it looks like to install a true operating system in your business—one that creates clarity, alignment, and execution at every level. In this episode, he breaks down the next essential step in building a business that runs and grows without you: creating business assets using what he calls The 3D Model.What is the 3D Model?It’s simple—but powerful:Do it.Document it.Delegate it.Bradley explains why documenting while you’re doing the work is the best time—not later. And why delegation isn’t just about handing off tasks; it’s about building repeatable systems that don’t depend on you.You’ll learn:Why most documentation efforts fail and how to avoid that trap.How to hand off key systems (like recruiting or onboarding) without dropping the ball.The mindset shift that happens when your team sees that you design your business—down to fonts and templates—rather than doing things by default.How to start creating beautifully consistent, easy-to-follow systems using his Playbook for Creating Playbooks.Bradley also revisits a powerful principle: "Never send a document in Arial." It’s not about the font—it’s about the mindset that drives operational excellence and intentional design.Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 14, 2025 • 43min
Episode 453: From Corporate Giants to Small Startups - Transform Your Business with Inclusive Leadership!
In this powerful episode of Above the Business, Bradley sits down with global DE&I experts Michel Buffet and Andres Tapia to explore the often-overlooked nuances of workplace inclusion. Together, they unpack the difference between diversity and inclusion, and why representation alone isn’t enough to create thriving, innovative organizations.Michel and Andres share their decades of experience working with leaders around the world to shift mindsets, address unconscious bias, and design systems that empower all employees to contribute meaningfully. From generational diversity to inclusive leadership practices, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build a more human-centered, equitable, and high-performing business.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why diversity without inclusion falls flat—and how to close that gapThe concept of "invisible diversity" and its impact on workplace culturePractical steps leaders can take to create psychological safetyHow inclusion drives business performance and innovationCommon blind spots leaders face when trying to create equitable systemsWhy storytelling is a powerful tool for building empathy and connectionQuotable Moments:“You can have diversity at the table, but if those voices aren’t heard or valued, then it’s not true inclusion.” — Andres Tapia“Inclusion is not just about being nice—it’s about changing systems so that everyone can thrive.” — Michel BuffetConnect with the Guests:Michel Buffet – Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategist: https://www.kornferry.com/about-us/consultants/michelbuffetAndres Tapia – Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry, DE&I Thought Leader: https://www.kornferry.com/about-us/consultants/andrestapiaResources Mentioned:The Five Disciplines of Inclusive Teams: https://keap.app/contact-us/2138267355667611Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered.Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 11, 2025 • 17min
Episode 452: The OS - Core Playbooks
In this week’s episode of The Above The Business Podcast, Bradley continues the series on building a business operating system by diving deep into the 12 playbooks that every business between $300K and $3M should have. If last week’s episode laid the foundation for having a centralized “team headquarters,” this one frames up the actual structure that brings clarity and order to your operations.Bradley walks you through how these playbooks sit within four essential principles—Clarity, Alignment, Team, and Execution—and how each of them gives shape to your systems, documents, and processes. Whether you’re using Google Drive, Dropbox, or a Microsoft shared folder, you’ll learn how to organize everything into a practical, easy-to-use structure so that nothing falls through the cracks.Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Autopilot Recruiting is a continuous recruiting service where you’ll be assigned a recruiter that has been trained to recruit on your behalf every business day. Go to www.autopilotrecruiting.com to get started.Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered.Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 7, 2025 • 44min
Episode 451: Throwback - SYSTEMology with David Jenyns
In this powerful recast episode, Bradley sits down with David Jenyns—entrepreneur, author, and founder of SYSTEMology—for a conversation that’s all about designing a business that runs without you.David’s entrepreneurial story is nothing short of remarkable. From selling Australia’s most iconic sporting venue, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, in his early twenties to launching and stepping out of one of the country’s top digital agencies, David has walked the talk. In 2016, he did what so many business owners dream of: he systemized himself out of the day-to-day operations, hired a CEO, and reclaimed his time. That journey sparked the creation of SYSTEMology—a framework that’s helped business owners around the world finally get out of the weeds.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why most business systems fail and what to do instead.The myth of needing to document everything perfectly before you start.How to shift from being the “key person” in your business to being the owner of a scalable, self-sustaining company.The first steps to implementing SYSTEMology in your business.What it looks like when you free yourself from daily operations—and why it’s possible for you.David now leads a global movement of certified SYSTEMologists who are helping business owners like you simplify operations, regain freedom, and lead well.If you're stuck in the weeds of your business and struggling to figure out how to replace yourself, this episode is a must-listen.🎧 Listen now and start designing a business that runs without you.Connect with David: https://www.systemhub.com/david-jenyns/👉 Ready to take the next step? Register for the free Operator to Owner webclass and begin to design a business that can run without you: https://webclass.blueprintos.comThanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Autopilot Recruiting is a continuous recruiting service where you’ll be assigned a recruiter that has been trained to recruit on your behalf every business day. Go to www.autopilotrecruiting.com to get started.Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered.Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Apr 4, 2025 • 13min
Episode 450: Your Business Needs a Team HQ (Systems Series Pt. 1)
In this episode, Bradley dives into the concept of "Team HQ." He lays the foundation for creating an effective business operating system (OS) that streamlines processes, reduces dependency on the owner, and adds long-term value to the business.Bradley revisits the roadmap framework introduced in previous episodes—Point A (where your business is today), Point B (where you want to go), and the plan to get there. A core problem many business owners face is a lack of systems, and in this episode, Bradley introduces the first step toward solving it: creating a central repository for your business operations.Key Takeaways:The Importance of an Operating System: Just like an iPhone runs on iOS, your business is running on an OS—right now, that OS is likely just you. The goal is to upgrade and externalize it.Creating a Centralized Hub: You need a "Team HQ," a digital space where all processes, documents, and assets are stored. This could be on Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft Shared Drive.Blueprint OS Framework: Bradley introduces the concept of "Blueprint OS"—a structured approach to organizing business operations so they are easily accessible and replicable.Business Assets: How you do things in your business is an asset. These assets should be documented, organized, and stored in a structured way.Think Like an Acquirer: If you were to sell your business today, what would you hand over? Organizing your operating system now increases your company’s value and makes it more enjoyable to own.Starting with Structure: New members in Bradley’s program begin by setting up their OS architecture—defining folders, organizing existing assets, and creating an archive for outdated materials.Next Steps: In the following episode, Bradley will outline the core playbooks that should be part of every business’s operating system.Action Steps:Choose a digital platform to serve as your Team HQ.Define a folder structure that organizes your business assets.Gather existing assets and categorize them within your OS.Set aside outdated documents in an archive folder.Tune in next week for a breakdown of the essential playbooks for systematizing your business.This episode is a must-listen for business owners looking to build a company that operates independently of them. Establishing a Team HQ is the first major step toward creating a sustainable, scalable business.Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Autopilot Recruiting is a continuous recruiting service where you’ll be assigned a recruiter that has been trained to recruit on your behalf every business day. Go to www.autopilotrecruiting.com to get started.Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered.Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!

Mar 31, 2025 • 38min
Episode 449: Well Built with Chad Prinkey
Growing a business requires a shift in mindset and operations—what worked as a small business won't sustain long-term growth. In this episode of The Above The Business Podcast, Bradley sits down with Chad Prinkey, Founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting. Tune in to this episode to learn how to take your business to the next level and build a well-structured, high-performing company.Chad brings a wealth of experience in helping construction businesses scale, optimize operations, and create sustainable success. As the author of Well Built: How the Top 2% of Contractors Create Superior Value, Profits, and Excellence, and host of The Morning Huddle Construction Show, Chad shares invaluable insights on how to build and retain high-performing teams, navigate market disruptions, and tackle the industry's biggest profitability challenges.Growing a business requires a shift in mindset and operations—what worked as a small business won't sustain long-term growth. Chad discusses the importance of creating scalable systems, structuring operations efficiently, and developing a strong leadership team to support expansion. Managing people is different from managing projects; business owners must cultivate leadership skills that foster strong company culture and employee retention.Profitability remains a challenge for many businesses, and Chad breaks down why even high-revenue companies can struggle with thin margins. By measuring actions instead of just outcomes, businesses can identify the key drivers of success and make smarter, more strategic decisions. He also shares innovative strategies for improving efficiency and increasing profitability without relying on excessive cost-cutting.In today’s rapidly changing market, disruption is inevitable—but it can also be an opportunity. Chad explains how businesses can embrace innovation, even without a dedicated innovation budget, and use uncertainty as a competitive advantage. By designing a business with the same intentionality as a well-constructed building, owners can create a strong foundation that supports sustainable success.About Chad Prinkey:Chad Prinkey is dedicated to helping construction businesses level up their operations and profitability. Through Well Built Construction Consulting, he works with general contractors, construction managers, specialty contractors, owners, and developers, providing hands-on consulting that enhances team skills, compensation structures, and communication. With experience delivering programs to over 120 construction firms, Chad’s insights are rooted in real-world expertise.He is the author of Well Built: How the Top 2% of Contractors Create Superior Value, Profits, and Excellence and the host of The Morning Huddle Construction Show, where he interviews industry experts to share actionable advice with contractors.Connect with Chad Prinkey:🌐 Website: Well Built Consulting https://www.wellbuiltconsulting.com 📖 Book: Well Built (Advantage Books, June 18, 2024) https://www.amazon.com/Well-Built-Construction-Contractors-Excellence/dp/B0CZ5GRLQG🎙️ Podcast: The Morning Huddle Construction Show https://www.themorninghuddleconstructionshow.com/ Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Autopilot Recruiting is a continuous recruiting service where you’ll be assigned a recruiter that has been trained to recruit on your behalf every business day. Go to www.autopilotrecruiting.com to get started.Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered.Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we’re just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we’ve got you covered.Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Don’t forget to visit club.capital and mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast!