

The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
Todd Dawalt
This podcast is dedicated to helping construction business owners eliminate chaos, maximize profit, and reclaim their freedom.
Designed for leaders who are ready to step out of the daily grind and take control of their business, The Construction Leading Edge Podcast delivers actionable strategies on systematization, time management, increasing profitability, and business growth. Whether it's stopping profit bleeds, building high-performing teams, or creating systems that allow your business to run without you, each episode will leave you with practical tools to unlock more profit, freedom, and impact.
Join Todd Dawalt every week for solo episodes packed with insights and guest interviews featuring industry experts who've mastered the art of building self-sustaining businesses. If you're ready to stop wearing so many hats and start leading your business like a visionary CEO, this podcast is for you.
Designed for leaders who are ready to step out of the daily grind and take control of their business, The Construction Leading Edge Podcast delivers actionable strategies on systematization, time management, increasing profitability, and business growth. Whether it's stopping profit bleeds, building high-performing teams, or creating systems that allow your business to run without you, each episode will leave you with practical tools to unlock more profit, freedom, and impact.
Join Todd Dawalt every week for solo episodes packed with insights and guest interviews featuring industry experts who've mastered the art of building self-sustaining businesses. If you're ready to stop wearing so many hats and start leading your business like a visionary CEO, this podcast is for you.
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Aug 12, 2019 • 1h 20min
#126: Systematize Your Business: Webinar Replay
Systematize Your Construction Business: The audio from the webinar and online training video series. Click here to enroll in The Construction Business Accelerator while you still can What you'll learn from this construction podcast: - Learn how to identify the root cause(s) of your cash flow problems, and get strategies to solve it. - Find out how Jeff, a custom home builder saved the 40% of his week he was spending texting, calling and emailing subs and customers. - Discover how Ryan was able to cancel plans to hire two sales reps by making a simple tweak to his sales process. - The biggest mistake you could be making when it comes to solving the chaos in your business. - Discover the secret to creating better processes that require less effort and less enforcement. - Figure out which Stage (1 through 5) YOUR business is at, and what you need to hammer on to get to the next stage. Stick around to the end and you'll find out how to get $6,000 worth of free resources. What can The Construction Business Accelerator do for you? Click here to see why it's a no-brainer

Aug 6, 2019 • 1h 4min
#125: Unf*#$ Your Books with Spencer Sheinin
How to think about cash flow differently, and tips for getting better financial clarity from a former construction business owner who happens to be a CPA. What you'll learn about in this construction podcast: The danger of not handling your books. What does it look like to have good financial data How can your numbers tell you a story that's useful? How to think about cash flow differently Spencer's most educational mistake as an entrepreneur. What is the language barrier you need to be aware of...and how do you overcome it? Resources mentioned in this construction podcast: Systematize Your Construction Business - Get your free training videos while they're still available The ADVANCE Fall 2019 - The live event for construction business owners Spencer's website - Shift Financial - www.shiftfinancial.co

Aug 3, 2019 • 32min
#124: Mistakes and Misconceptions to Avoid
Avoid 5 common mistakes when trying to eliminate chaos in your business by implementing systems. Click here to get the free training videos - Systematize Your Construction Business (For a Limited Time) Mistakes to avoid: Jumping to a solution too early Treating the symptoms Operating in a vacuum Not following through Reinventing the wheel Resources mentioned in this construction podcast: Tsheets time tracking app Systematize Your Construction Business - Free Training Worshop Register for THE ADVANCE Live Event in Lexington, KY October 17-18

Jul 30, 2019 • 25min
#123: Most Problems are Systems Deficiencies
Most of the chaos in your business could be symptoms of systems deficiencies. Click here to sign up for the free training series - Systematize Your Construction Business

Jul 18, 2019 • 25min
#122: Six Figure Advice I Ignored & Earning $1K per Hour
I would have saved hundreds of thousands of dollars if I had listened to this advice 15 years ago. Don't make the same mistake I did. You'll also learn a few ways to make yourself worth $1,000 per hour. Click here to schedule your free Business Breakthrough Call with Todd Dawalt Imagine this: -You have a clear vision of where you want your business to be in one year. Five years. - You have a plan to get you from where you are today to where you want to be. - You know exactly what you need to work on at any point, and have confidence in your plan. - You have access to a group of other construction business owners like you, so you can bounce ideas off, and just talk to. - You have access to training to help you upgrade your skills, and access to experts and resources to help you offload the stuff you don't want to do. - You learn how to uncover the hidden mental blocks, limiting beliefs and things in your blind spot that have been holding you back. - You have someone to hold you accountable and keep you focused so you maintain momentum in the right direction. - You have more time. More money. More energy. A business that works for you and supports your ideal lifestyle. What would that do for you? What would be the best part? Does that interest you? That's exactly what construction business owners just like you are getting from the Construction Business Accelerator and my 1:1 coaching program. If you are ready to take the first step and learn how to get away from those frustrations and get the results you want, then go to constructionbusinessaccelerator.com. Through July 25th I'm offering a free 30 minute business breakthrough call for construction business owners. Go to constructionbusinessaccelerator.com and click the button to schedule your business breakthrough call.

Jul 12, 2019 • 26min
#121: Hidden Fears and Frustrations of Construction Business Owners
Are you the only construction business owner who deals with your particular fear or frustration? Probably not... Listen to this construction podcast episode to learn the top fears and frustrations I have compiled after coaching and interviewing hundreds of construction business owners. What's YOUR biggest fear that keeps you up at night? What frustrates you the most about your construction business? You might be surprised to find out you're not alone... Click here to schedule your free Business Breakthrough Call with Todd Dawalt Imagine this: -You have a clear vision of where you want your business to be in one year. Five years. - You have a plan to get you from where you are today to where you want to be. - You know exactly what you need to work on at any point, and have confidence in your plan. - You have access to a group of other construction business owners like you, so you can bounce ideas off, and just talk to. - You have access to training to help you upgrade your skills, and access to experts and resources to help you offload the stuff you don't want to do. - You learn how to uncover the hidden mental blocks, limiting beliefs and things in your blind spot that have been holding you back. - You have someone to hold you accountable and keep you focused so you maintain momentum in the right direction. - You have more time. More money. More energy. A business that works for you and supports your ideal lifestyle. What would that do for you? What would be the best part? Does that interest you? That's exactly what construction business owners just like you are getting from the Construction Business Accelerator and my 1:1 coaching program. If you are ready to take the first step and learn how to get away from those frustrations and get the results you want, then go to constructionbusinessaccelerator.com. Through July 25th I'm offering a free 30 minute business breakthrough call for construction business owners. Go to constructionbusinessaccelerator.com and click the button to schedule your business breakthrough call.

Jul 8, 2019 • 1h 15min
#120: Doing Well By Doing Good with Charles Antis
Why is giving work away such a good idea if you want to grow your business? What's the business case for "corporate social responsibility?" How did an encounter with a little girl affect Charles early in his career? What you'll learn about in this construction podcast episode: What happens when an entrepreneur gets clarity on their vision. There is something that is better to get wrong than to not try at all. What is it? "Doing well by doing good." What that belief model means, and how an encounter with a little girl started it. The business case for corporate social responsibility...why it's good for your business to give work away. The power of authenticity and how you should be using it to connect with your employees and customers. Other resources mentioned in this construction podcast episode: FieldChat - The Ultimate Text Messaging Platform for Construction Sites Offload Your Bookkeeping Headaches and spend your time on things that actually makes you money Webinars and training resources for construction business owners Free video series: Secrets of Successful Contractors How to connect with Charles Antis: Connect with Charles on LinkedIn Antis Roofing website: www.antisroofing.com/

Jun 10, 2019 • 1h 8min
#119: Is Your Insurance Agent Actually Exposing You to These Risks? With Sean Mulhern
Your insurance coverage could have gaping holes in coverage...and you could save thousands by making a few adjustments. Insurance expert Sean Mulhern explains. What you'll learn about in this construction podcast episode: Four most frequently overlooked coverages in insurance policies that could leave you exposed. The real risks of uninsured subcontractors. How to stay out of trouble if you use 1099 subcontractors. Tips for saving money on insurance while getting better coverage. How a time tracking system can save you thousands of dollars a year on workman's comp insurance. When and why you should want to prepare for an insurance audit. Other resources mentioned in this construction podcast episode: Nine Mistakes That Could Be Killing Your Sales Get your free 10 day trial of The Construction Business Accelerator FieldChat - The Ultimate Text Messaging Platform for Construction Sites Webinars and training resources for construction business owners Free video series: Secrets of Successful Contractors Free Strategy Call – Own a construction business? Click here to schedule your free strategy session with Todd Dawalt. Some resources Jennifer mentioned and how you can contact her:

Jun 3, 2019 • 1h 3min
#118: The High Cost of Disengagement, Recognition Programs & "Safegagement" with Jennifer Woods
Do you understand the threat to your business from disengaged employees? What's going to happen if your people get tired of not being recognized? Can you really motivate them? What you'll learn about in this construction podcast episode: The threat that disengaged employees pose to your construction business. What is the business case for employee recognition? Should you recognize results or behavior, and why? What wrong beliefs are you stuck in when it comes to recognizing employees? What does "safegagement" mean and why should you care? The biggest mistakes you could be making when trying to motivate your people. Click here for details on Spencer Powell's "done for you" social media service for remodeling contractors. It's a no-brainer. Other resources mentioned in this construction podcast episode: Buildwithout.com - Find freelancers. Build your business without all the headaches of employees. Get your free 10 day trial of The Construction Business Accelerator Webinars and training resources for construction business owners Free video series: Secrets of Successful Contractors Free Strategy Call – Own a construction business? Click here to schedule your free strategy session with Todd Dawalt. Some resources Jennifer mentioned and how you can contact her: Company website - www.cashort.com Jennifer's email - jwoods(at)cashort.com Schedule a call with Jennifer Woods Download resources Jennifer mentioned on the podcast

May 28, 2019 • 1h 17min
#117: Avoid These Big Social Media Mistakes with Spencer Powell
Are you making these common social media mistakes contractors make? Where SHOULD you focus your energy? How can you attract your ideal clients? Listen to find out. Click here to access free training on cash flow, selling mistakes to avoid and the Secrets of Successful Contractors What you'll learn about in this construction podcast episode: How you can get your ideal clients to contact YOU. Which social media platforms should you forget about...and which should you double down on? What are the best social media post types to use? Tips for outsourcing work to virtual or remote workers. The biggest mistakes you could be making when it comes to social media. Click here for details on Spencer Powell's "done for you" social media service for remodeling contractors. It's a no-brainer. Other resources mentioned in this construction podcast episode: Buildwithout.com - Find freelancers. Build your business without all the headaches of employees. Get your free 10 day trial of The Construction Business Accelerator Webinars and training resources for construction business owners Free video series: Secrets of Successful Contractors Free Strategy Call – Own a construction business? Click here to schedule your free strategy session with Todd Dawalt.


