Dreaming of selling your contracting business, but feeling lost on where to start? Then listen in and discover mindset shifts as well as practical strategies to set up your contracting business for a successful exit. This episode’s guest, Jeff Domenick, has been part of a whopping 25 deals, including 13 at Site One and 8 at KeyServ - his landscape services company with over 3,000 residential and commercial customers. Jeff shared why YOU can't be the business and how to build a business that runs smoothly even when you're not around.

Let’s delve into "Money Management for Wealthy Contractors" with the incredible Taunya Woods Richardson. With eight businesses under her belt, Taunya provides financial training for founders and even National Banks are sending struggling business owners her way.  In this episode, Taunya breaks down the top three secrets wealthy contractors swear by including navigating “The Bermuda Triangle Of Budgets” and weighted pricing models. So hit play and let’s go!

Struggling with predictability in your trades, remodeling, or home-building business? Check out the systems FRANCHISE businesses use to open up new, wildly profitable locations. Join us for an interview with the franchising expert Leah Coss.  Get ready for an eye-opening discussion on making your company irresistible to top talent and taking control of your employee supply chain. Listen in as Leah shares firsthand insights from her experiences at 1-800-GOT-JUNK, revealing the secrets behind their multi-million franchise!

Listen in to discover Andrew Crapuchette's secrets to winning the trust of serious builders and filling your pipeline with high-value jobs. Andrew is a tech CEO turned housing developer who openly shared how subcontractors can stand out from the competition. You'll learn how to leave a lasting impression even if you think you're not that different from your competition. Turns out it's not as much a question of trade skills as it is communication and the ability to navigate awkward conversations. So what does it take to stand out? Tune in and find out!

Let’s lift the veil behind how big companies choose contractors to work with!  Join us in an electrifying chat with Joanna Cooper, General Manager at Daimler Truck's Mount Holly facility. Find out the top three concerns dominating purchasing discussions at Joanna's facility and discover how to actually make connections that turn into large commercial sales.

It’s time to stop losing sleep over unexpected job costs and unsuccessful bids.  Learn how Steve Cederquist charges for estimates and passes true costs to customers. Steve has been in construction for 30 years (starting at the very young age of 13). You might have seen him on HGTV’s hit-show “Flip Or Flop”, where he makes regular appearances. Steve also shared personal anecdotes from his time on TV, insights into family life, and the journey to becoming a highly-demanded contractor. Tune in to the full podcast for a deep dive into construction, bidding strategies, and covering true job costs.

Do you want to make more money in your contracting business? Then I’d like you to have my free ”Profit Pack”. It contains five powerful documents for boosting your profitability. If that’s all you need to know you can just text me “Profit Pack” at 315-903-7853 and I’ll send it right over. Curious about what's inside the Profit Pack? Then tune in for the podcast episode 2 - 9. You’re in for a treat!

Tired of the project headaches that come with uncertainties, scope changes, and bad-fit customers? You can make it all a thing of the past by using solid pre-construction agreements. In this episode of Profit Toolbelt we sat down with John Gioffre, owner of Revent Builds in Austin, Texas. John shared the keys to high-end projects that unfold like clockwork… minus the unexpected hiccups or budget surprises.  You’ll learn how to use pre-construction agreements to get paid for estimates, foster respectful client-contractor relationships, set the right tone, and negotiate agreements effectively. We also covered how to move up the market to million-dollar projects, so you can become the go-to expert in luxury construction… even if right now you’re working on more humble projects. Imagine a world where your expertise is valued, your time is protected, and your journey to success is guided by a strategic roadmap. Tune in for the Profit Toolbelt Episode 2 - 8 and unlock it!

Unlock the secrets to hiring top talent with Ryan Englin on "The Profit Toolbelt Podcast." Ryan, author of the #1 Amazon bestseller "Hire Better People Faster," shares trade-rooted expertise to tackle the biggest hiring challenge in 2024: the belief that a paycheck is enough to hire top-tier talent. Learn strategies for cult-like employee loyalty, inspired by successful companies such as Starbucks. Discover how to move beyond outdated job platforms and turn your employees into recruiters for your business, attracting A-players effortlessly. Tune in for practical tips and reshape your hiring game.

In this episode of Profit Toolbelt Phil Risher from Phlash Consulting shared battle-tested strategies to handle negative reviews, avoid them altogether, and build a stellar reputation online. Phil partners with local service businesses to boost sales and keep schedules full. Previously, he led business development for a $3 million air duct cleaning company, leveraging his background in sales and digital marketing. In just one year, Phil tripled the company's profit. And as he attests Google reviews were instrumental to his success. Listen in to discover simple systems to actively dodge one-star reviews by prioritizing quality and nailing communication.