Contractor Growth Network

AJ Ballantine from Cornerstone Remodeling shares his groundbreaking 9-Day Design Build Process, which compresses a 5-week timeline into just 9 days without increasing staff. He reveals the secrets behind enhancing sales efficiency and boosting closing percentages dramatically. Topics include the importance of personalized communication in sales, crafting flexible design-build proposals, and the role of technology in fostering client trust. AJ also discusses strategies for team engagement during company-wide changes, ensuring cohesive adaptation to new processes.

AJ Ballantine, Owner of Cornerstone Remodeling, reveals his innovative 9-Day Design Build Process that transforms a 5-week workflow into a streamlined operation. He shares insights on improving client interactions through enhanced communication and empathy mapping. AJ discusses the significance of technology in reducing project timelines and boosting profitability. His actionable tips are geared toward contractors looking to enhance efficiency while maintaining client satisfaction. Don't miss these game-changing strategies for modern contracting!

In the second part of this podcast series from The Contractor Growth Network, we dive into the importance of establishing your Unique Selling Proposition (USP). Join us as CGN's resident marketing expert, Ian MicLean, shares actionable insights on how to identify and refine your USP to stand out in your market. Whether you're looking to attract more ideal clients or differentiate yourself from competitors, this episode is packed with valuable strategies tailored for contractors and business owners. Don't miss out on this essential guide to building your brand identity and driving growth!

In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser dives deep into the art of identifying your Ideal Client Avatar (ICA) with special guest Ian Miclean, CGN's Marketing Director. Together, they explore actionable strategies to pinpoint your perfect audience, tailor your marketing, and drive real growth for your contracting business. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or just starting out, this conversation will equip you with the tools to refine your outreach and amplify your impact. Tune in for expert advice and practical tips you don’t want to miss!

In this insightful episode of the Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser talks with Tanner Mullen, founder of DripJobs and owner of a thriving painting company in Florida. Tanner shares his journey in the contracting world and dives into the powerful role automation and technology play in solving the everyday pain points contractors face. Drawing from his real-world experience as a business owner and his expertise with DripJobs, Tanner breaks down how contractors can simplify scheduling, improve client communication, and tackle time-consuming tasks with automation. If you're a contractor looking to streamline operations, grow your business, and deliver exceptional results for your clients, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Join us to learn about game-changing tools and strategies that can help contractors achieve more while working less. Don’t miss out on Tanner’s tips for sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and making the most out of tech in the contracting space! Check out Drip Jobs here: https://www.dripjobs.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=HD-DripJobs-Search-NA-Brand&utm_content=165541702264&utm_term=drip%20jobs&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=HD-DripJobs-Search-NA-Brand&utm_content=165541702264&utm_term=drip%20jobs&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoae5BhCNARIsADVLzZcx1E5ei-5ovwPkZkB7TBJPOSvVE3ddIUgfDjGmp_ONiYruZPk3pHEaAsuJEALw_wcB

In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network podcast, Logan Shinholser sits down with Chris Lalomia, founder of The Trusted Toolbox, a handyman and remodeling company generating over $3 million annually. Chris shares his journey from corporate life to building a thriving handyman business with 15 employees and how he expanded into the remodeling space. The conversation dives deep into the operational and marketing strategies that helped Chris scale his business, the challenges of balancing handyman and remodeling services, and why staying focused on what you excel at is key to success. Chris also offers practical tips on training employees, managing customer expectations, and navigating industry trends. Tune in to learn how to cross-promote services and grow your business in the home services industry. Keywords: handyman business, remodeling business, home services industry, scaling a business, business operations, contractor marketing, Chris Lalomia, The Trusted Toolbox, business growth, training employees, customer service, contractor podcast.

In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser shares the biggest mistakes that remodelers make when starting their social media and best practices for fixing them. This presentation was originally given live at Remodeler's Advantage Summit in San Diego, CA. 

In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Liz Chism, process and systems mastermind, to talk about her unique approach to creating systems that gets the entire team involved and bought in on the process. Getting the whole team bought into the "why," and then the "how."   0:00:00 How Liz mastered systems in the brewery industry 0:09:11 How to make your systems sustainable for the long term 0:12:54 How to correct without hurting morale 0:14:36 How to team up with your crew against the problem 0:20:09 Creating SOPs as a result of questions to your team 0:23:07 How to handle pushback from the team 0:30:48 The 5 step process to simplify your systems 0:44:44 The easiest way to document changing systems 0:47:40 The biggest takeaway to implement today   

In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Kyle Hunt, the mastermind behind Remodelers on the Rise, to explore how contractors can maximize their remodeling profits by adjusting the six key financial dials. Whether you're looking to boost your bottom line, improve cash flow, or streamline your business processes, this conversation is packed with actionable insights that will help you succeed. Kyle shares his years of industry experience and offers practical advice on how to take control of your financials and grow a profitable remodeling business. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best!

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Horner to uncover the top 5 video marketing mistakes that could be costing you views and conversions. From poor targeting to neglected analytics, we break down each mistake and provide actionable tips on how to fix them. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this podcast will help you refine your video marketing strategy for better results.