The Cash Flow Contractor

Discover how pain and pleasure shape your decisions and motivate change. Learn to reframe dissatisfaction as a powerful driver for achieving your goals. Delve into the importance of understanding human behavior and societal pressures in the pursuit of true happiness. Explore the psychological factors that influence decision-making, including fear and cognitive biases. Gain insights into transforming your perception for meaningful personal and business growth. Plus, find out how urgency can dramatically impact your outcomes!

Explore how hiring a full-time assistant can transform the chaos of running a business into streamlined operations. The discussion covers effective hiring strategies, onboarding processes, and training to maximize productivity. Real-life examples illustrate the impact of organized email and calendar management. Tips on optimizing workplace communication highlight the importance of collaboration with assistants. Discover how delegation can alleviate stress and lead to significant efficiency gains for busy contractors.

Antonio Aparicio, the visionary behind Aquascape and expert in outdoor living design, shares his remarkable journey of transforming a love for koi ponds into a thriving landscaping business. He discusses overcoming early career struggles and financial hardships, emphasizing the vital role of customer relationships. The conversation touches on the importance of personalized designs and effective marketing strategies. Antonio also reflects on life's challenges, growth through education, and maintaining resilience in business, leaving a legacy that inspires future generations.

Join Martin & Khalil as they explore the impact of tariffs and the importance of integrating effective software for smarter business management. Time Stamps00:37 - Martin's New Glasses03:41 - Episode Intro21:35 - Software and Business Management28:11 - The Importance of Closing Deals Without Software29:19 - Identifying and Addressing Business Constraints33:13 - Choosing the Right Software54:29 - Episode OutroSnippets from the Episode“  If you think about it, what a tariff does is favor the producer and penalize the consumer in our country.  Because it gives producers protection against competition, and you and I and everybody else gonna pay for it. ” - Martin Holland ”As a small business owner, you have to think about what your constraint is. Figuring out what your constraint is is where you start.” -Khalil BenalioulhajResources24 Things Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive AssistantSchedule a 15-Minute Roadblock CallCheck out OpenPhoneBuild a Business that Runs without you. Explore our GrowthKits Need Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagram

Should employees have side hustles? In this episode, we dive deep into the benefits and pitfalls of side work. Are you team 'Yes' or team 'No'?Time Stamps00:49 - Khalil's New Cat Phone04:54 - Benefits of Less Screen Time15:02 - Side Hustles and Work Ethics27:27 - The Importance of Knowing Your Employees33:02 - Managing Side Work Policies48:33 - Episode TakeawaysResources24 Things Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive AssistantSchedule a 15-Minute Roadblock CallCheck out OpenPhoneBuild a Business that Runs without you. Explore our GrowthKits Need Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cash Flow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

In this chat, Clint Padgett, the owner of Project Success and author of 'The Project Success Method,' shares his expertise in tackling project management challenges. He introduces the concept of the 'worry curve,' highlighting how planning can alleviate your team's stress. Clint discusses the critical importance of clear communication, especially in remote work settings, and stresses that rigorous project planning leads to better outcomes. His insights on avoiding panic mode and mastering team dynamics provide actionable strategies for successful project execution.

Imagine finding a $600K error in your books! Cory Parks shares his journey from near disaster to business revival. You don’t want to miss this!Time Stamps00:45 - Episode & Guest Intro03:25 - Cory's Business Journey07:28 - Financial Struggles and Solutions11:41 - Management Team and Roles16:44 - Cory's Profit Problem22:14 - Cory's Financial Literacy Journey30:31 - CRM and Bookkeeping Challenges31:56 - Automating QuickBooks Integration32:22 - Identifying and Solving Duplicate Entry Issues33:31 - Leadership and Financial Challenges34:58 - Implementing Salary Cuts & Transparency36:52 - Rebuilding Financial Stability37:49 - The Importance of Trust and Transparency39:02 - Navigating Financial Statements42:42 - Learning from Mistakes and Seeking Guidance53:18 - Transitioning from Cash to Accrual AccountingSnippets from the Episode“I have made every single mistake that Martin talks about in his book.  Every single one of 'em!” -Cory Parks“We were doing well, but we kept  coming back to our books.” -Cory ParksMy income statement is telling me that we are absolutely killing it. We're making $600,000 profit, but  where is the money? - Corr ParksResources24 Things Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive AssistantSchedule a 15-Minute Roadblock CallCheck out OpenPhoneBuild a Business that Runs without you. Explore our GrowthKits Need Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Cory ParksHydroHelp911 websiteCory Parks on LinkedInEmail CoryMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cash Flow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

What's the goal behind your goals? Discover how asking the right questions can guide your business toward success. Tune in as we dive deep into why tracking accomplishments can transform your mindset and business!Time Stamps01:15 - Episode Intro 03:32 - The Importance of Tracking Accomplishments07:46 - Journaling and Tracking Progress11:44 - Utilizing Voice Memos12:49 - Tracking Accomplishments18:31 - Setting and Achieving Goals26:02 - Understanding the Pomodoro Method28:26 - Delegating Responsibilities in Business31:14 - Effective Task Delegation and Communication Tools31:57 - Improving Workplace CommunicationSnippets from the Episode You don't have to do journal writing literally. I oftentimes just pull out voice memos, especially when there are big events. I just pull up a voicemail and start talking, go on a walk, and start talking. -KhalilPeople will ask you questions as long as you allow them to. -MartinWhat really matters to people more than anything else is that they make progress toward a meaningful goal. -MartinResources⁠Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working by Dan Heath⁠⁠Gumloop⁠⁠Zapier⁠⁠Notion⁠⁠24 Things⁠ Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive Assistant⁠Schedule⁠ a 15-Minute Roadblock CallCheck out ⁠OpenPhone⁠Build a Business that Runs without you. Explore our ⁠GrowthKits ⁠Need Marketing Help? We Recommend ⁠Benali⁠Need Help with podcast production? We recommend ⁠Demandcast⁠More from Martin Holland⁠theprofitproblem.com⁠⁠annealbc.com ⁠⁠Email Martin⁠⁠Meet With Martin⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠More from Khalil⁠benali.com ⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠More from The Cash Flow ContractorSubscribe to our ⁠YouTube channel⁠Subscribe to our ⁠Newsletter⁠Follow On Social: ⁠LinkedIn⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X(formerly Twitter⁠)Visit our ⁠website⁠⁠Email ⁠The Cashflow Contractor

Luke Boyenger, an Expert Fractional CFO, shares his wealth of knowledge on cash efficiency and smart financing options. He tackles the misconceptions around business funding and stresses the importance of assessing your business model, pointing out potential red flags. Luke highlights the value of building strong banking relationships, navigating lines of credit versus SBA loans, and the risks of using HELOCs for business. He also discusses innovative ways to manage expenses and maintain healthy cash reserves, ensuring listeners can optimize their financial strategies.

Struggling with employee turnover? Discover 6 practical strategies to keep your construction workforce satisfied and loyal. Join Carrie Gardenhire and Khalil Benalioulhaj for a deep dive into this critical topic!Time Stamps02:08 - Episode & Guest Intro03:04 - The Importance of Employee Retention09:05 - Morning Huddles: Starting the Day Right15:06 - One-on-One Meetings: Building Personal Connections22:22 - Employee Gatherings: Fostering a Strong Culture29:37 - Implementing Workplace Communication Tools34:04 - Break Room40:27 - Tool or Apparel Allowance44:05 - Retention Strategies Recap46:38 - More About Carrie Gardenhire & ArcoroSnippets from the Episode ” Over 90% of contractors look to hire over the next year. But wouldn't it be great if you weren't having to backfill?” - Carrie Gardenhire“ People don't want to leave where they really feel valued.” - Carrie Gardenhire“Put your dollars for something that you're excited about rather than something that you're dreading, right?” - Khalil Benalioulhaj ResourcesCFC Episode 232 HR in a Box: Tools to Make HR Simple & Compliant with Carrie Gardenhire24 Things Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive AssistantSchedule a 15-Minute Roadblock CallCheck out OpenPhoneBuild a Business that Runs without you. Explore our GrowthKits Need Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Carrie GardenhireArcoro’s WebsiteCarrie Gardenhire on LinkedInMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalil Benalioulhajbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cash Flow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor