The Cash Flow Contractor
Benali
If you’re like most contractors we know, then you started your business because you’re passionate about and great at your craft. You also wanted to be your own boss. Owning a business has a lot of advantages, but also a lot of challenges.
We started this podcast to talk about things that matter to you as an owner, like business fundamentals, sales processes, marketing, leadership, and much more. Armed with knowledge, you’ll be able to reach your goals, whether that’s growth, getting your shop to run without you, or anything in between.
We started this podcast to talk about things that matter to you as an owner, like business fundamentals, sales processes, marketing, leadership, and much more. Armed with knowledge, you’ll be able to reach your goals, whether that’s growth, getting your shop to run without you, or anything in between.
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Dec 29, 2022 • 48min
147 - What You're Probably Not Considering with Your Insurance Policies with Brian McPherson
With all of the stress that comes with running a business, it's easy to overlook one of the most crucial aspects - insurance. But, before you jump into the whole idea of getting one, do you know what kinds of coverages are available with insurance policies and how to make the most of them? Stay tuned!
Dec 22, 2022 • 50min
146 - Conducting A Year-End Review for Your Company
As the New Year approaches, have you taken the time to sit down and evaluate how 2022 has gone for your company? A good year-end review is essential for any business because it helps you lay a solid foundation for the coming year. If you haven't done it yet, listen in as Martin and Khalil walk us through the process and provide a few extra tips along the way.
Dec 9, 2022 • 46min
145 - Why You Need to Offer Health Benefits to Your Employees with Holly Peppler
All SMB owners want to take care of their employees. Yet so many businesses fail to offer health benefits to their workers. Holly Peppler of Strategic Benefits Partners joins us to break down the misconceptions business owners have around health benefits and provide us with a clear path to offering employees better benefits without breaking the bank.
Nov 28, 2022 • 44min
144 - You Probably Qualify for ERTC
There's another pandemic financial incentive that you probably haven't claimed yet. Not PPP. Not EIDL. The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). A lot of businesses didn't qualify when the program first launched. But the government updated the qualifications this summer and the chances are that you now most likely qualify.
Join Martin, Khalil, and Daniel Oestrich from Tax Credit Authority as they go over the ERTC qualification process, how much a company can claim, and why you should not miss out on this benefit for your business.
Nov 10, 2022 • 23min
143 - Working Capital: What It Is And How You Should Use It
Do you want to double your business? The best place to start is with your working capital. Even if everything seems great and running smoothly, failing to account for working capital is a recipe for disaster! Join Martin and Khalil as they discuss various business scenarios to learn more about the nuts and bolts of the working capital game.
Oct 27, 2022 • 38min
142 - Slow Down Strategies
Are you confident that you’re prepared for this economic recession? It’s can be hard to tell exactly what this can look like, but the best business practices can always carry you through a storm. Today Martin and Khalil walk through some practical advice and strategies for the incoming slow down. Check it out!
Oct 13, 2022 • 1h 18min
141 - Co2, Third Generation and Amy Brooks
It can be unusual to hear about third-generation family business owners. However, Amy Brooks tells her story about her ownership of City Carbonic in Oklahoma City as the third generation in her family. From first working there in high school she is now an owner and a successful businesswoman. From new legislation to supply chain issues Amy has prevailed and brings a special insight into the business world of Co2. Take a listen and enjoy this conversational episode!
Oct 6, 2022 • 20min
140 - Retaining Talent
It’s time for hiring again after losing that one employee for more money, or a better opportunity. But what if you never lost that employee in the first place and what if other employees are thinking about leaving too? There is a way to strengthen the confidence you have in the culture of your company that will keep the talent you already have. Listen today to hear exactly what Martin and Khalil have to say about it!
Sep 29, 2022 • 29min
139 - How To Deploy Capital
Are you using your extra cash from PPP, EIDL, and ERC extra tax credits correctly and wisely? As business owners we are visionaries and sometimes capital is the restraint. Listen to today's episode to understand if your capital is truly capital and how you should address this money in your business. Start listening right now!
Sep 22, 2022 • 54min
138 - Keeping An Eye Out For Financial Indicators
We can all agree that at one point or another your finances as a business owner has been difficult to navigate. It’s not always easy, but today Martin and Khalil talk about understanding the finances of your business and what you should focus on within this area. It’s something you don’t want to miss. Listen today.
