The Cash Flow Contractor

Ever felt lost in the tech maze as a contractor? Unlock the secrets to optimizing your construction business with the right tech stack. Find out how you can streamline operations, boost efficiency, and let your digital toolbox work for you. Tune in!Time Stamps00:59 - Episode Intro04:03 - Understanding Tech Stack09:17 - Components of a Tech Stack11:27 - Software for Different Areas of a Business 13:54 - Tech Stack Audit17:42 - Vertical SaaS (Software as a Service)22:13 - Building Your Tech Stack: Where to Start32:53 - The Importance of Regular Tech Stack Audits33:21 - Choosing the Right Project Management Tools38:46 - Understanding and Utilizing Kanban Boards42:58 - Dealing with Software Bottlenecks46:10 - Software & Systems: Which Should Come First?49:12 - Evaluating ERP Systems for Your Business55:45 - Building an Effective Tech Stack for ContractorsAudit Your Construction Tech Stack in 1 Day, Not 6 Months! Check out the Tech Stack Templates Here!ResourcesLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! 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 Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Uncover the secrets behind Alex Weeks' success with Northbuilt Construction! Learn about building confidence, creating processes, and redefining the contractor narrative. Don’t miss this insightful conversation. Time Stamps00:51 - Elon Musk's SpaceX Rocket Catch03:23 - Guest Introduction: Alex from Montana06:04 - Alex's Upbringing and Family Background12:22 - Journey into Construction18:09 - How  Northbuilt Construction26:44 - The Partnership Experience: Lessons Learned30:58 - Going Solo: Building Confidence and Skills34:06 - Scaling Up: Systems and Processes41:40 - Communication Improvements 44:05 - Getting Customers48:19 - Roadblocks to Business Growth55:01 - Advice for Aspiring Contractors57:23 - Get in Touch with Alex WeeksSnippets from Alex Weeks"Getting a college degree taught me how to educate myself.""I think what it comes down to is figuring out what you want. And then if that's what you want, go for that.""I want to change the narrative of what it means to be a contractor." "You have to say what you're going to do. Do the thing you're going to do. And then follow up with the thing you did.""They seemed too pleased with 30 percent of my effort. So I decided to give a hundred percent to myself."Learn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! ResourcesNeed Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Alex WeeksAlex Weeks on InstagramAlex Weeks on LinkedInNorthbuilt Construction WebsiteEmail Alex WeeksMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com   Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Is it possible to engineer your life? Discover how Ken Rusk turned labor into legacy by shifting his mindset, empowering his team and building a winning culture. Learn incredible strategies for fostering independent thinkers and aligning team goals for personal and professional growth. Don't miss this episode! Time Stamps01:08 - Episode Intro02:25  - Guest Introduction02:46  - Ken's Early Life and Career Beginnings08:01  - The Importance of Vision and Goals12:45  - Empowering Employees for Success30:55  - Dealing with Reluctant Participants33:07  - Exploring 'Blue Collar Cash'35:54  - The Importance of Giving Back38:29  - Creating a Vision for Your Life46:35  - Inspiring Stories of Change53:31  - Episode TakeawaysLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! Snippets from the Episode"The only way to grow your company is to become irrelevant to it.""Are there any intrapreneurs at my company who can run their department or the company in a way that they will own it?""Ask your employees, how much do you think we can grow our company in the next year?""Everyone inside their department should benefit from the fruits of their department on a monthly basis and an annual basis. Then a celebration with the team that you plan and pay for.""Every person at your company has to have a crystal clear vision of why they want to do what they do. “Ask your employees "Why are you here?"""If you are going to hire an individual, hire the WHOLE individual."“Document what they want and create a vision board for each employee.”"Do you feel like you have control of your future? Do you know what your perfect Nirvana would look like?""Draw it out on paper. Get the box for your puzzle together.""In order to work here, you have to be chasing something. I have to know that you're here for a reason."ResourcesNeed Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Ken RuskWebsiteBlue Collar Cash Take the Course!More from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com   Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Tired of hiring misses? Discover the secrets to creating a hiring system that attracts top talent and transforms your team into all-stars. Listen now!Time Stamps00:49 - Episode Intro03:51 - Craigslist and the Evolution of Job Boards05:23 - The Importance of a Hiring Map10:26 - Creating a Company Vision and Values14:39 - Why Work For Your Company?18:06 - Defining the Ideal Candidate21:41 - Crafting Job Descriptions and Postings23:50 - Crafting an Effective Job Posting24:54 - Creating Engaging Job Headlines25:57 - The Importance of a Smooth Interview Process27:06 - Implementing an Efficient Application Process30:26 - Screening Candidates Effectively34:58 - Conducting Insightful Interviews39:07 - Finalizing the Hiring Process40:41 - Building a Sustainable Hiring System42:33 - Ensuring Quality Hires and Team Fit44:03 - Conclusion and Final ThoughtsLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! ResourcesIdeal Candidate WorksheetNeed 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 Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Discover how Victor Lebegue, CEO of VL Builders, navigated the twists and turns of business growth and tech integration in the construction industry. Don't miss out on his inspiring journey!Time Stamps01:14 - Episode Intro02:01  - Meet Victor Lebegue02:35  - Victor's Journey into Construction04:33  - Building a Business: Challenges and Growth06:18  - Expanding to Colorado: Opportunities and Obstacles10:04  - Multilocation Challenges14:15  - Shutting Down Minnesota Operations16:28  - Emotional Impact and Lessons Learned20:10  - The Team Behind the Build25:04  - Victor's Tech Stack29:31  - Navigating Different Software for Construction 39:18  - The Importance of Software in Business Operations39:52  - Implementing Software in the Workplace41:55  - Training and Support for Software Adoption42:37  - DIY Software Setup and Learning43:34  - Onboarding and Training with Buildertrend48:35  - Automating Business Processes55:00  - Integrating Multiple Software Tools01:02:20  - Maximizing Buildertrend01:12:30  - Episode OutroLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! ResourcesNeed Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Victor LebegueVL Builders websiteVictor on LinkedInMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com   Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Discover a unique employee assessment method that highlights self-reliance and learn how to cultivate a workforce that thrives with minimal supervision. This can potentially be a game-changer for your construction business!Time Stamps00:41 - Introduction to a Unique Episode01:08  - Employee Ranking System03:03  - Supervision Levels06:28  - Implementing the Ranking System08:41  - Defining Supervision17:25  - Episode TakeawaysLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! ResourcesNeed 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 Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Explore how small, strategic changes can lead to significant profit boosts. Discover the intriguing 1% rule, where just a minor gross profit increase can translate to higher net profits. Learn effective methods for cost management, from cutting expenses before they start to optimizing payment strategies. Enhance team performance with clear labor hour communication and incentivized pay structures. Delve into the importance of accurate job cost accounting and the life-saving power of checklists to streamline operations.

Why is inventory challenging for contractors? Dive into our conversation with Andrew Bartholomew from Fleetio and learn practical tips to track, analyze, and optimize your inventory! Time Stamps00:59 - Episode & Guest Introduction 02:25 - Fleetio: A Maintenance Management Platform03:29 - Challenges in Inventory Management07:29 - Strategies for Effective Inventory Tracking12:05 - Implementing Inventory Management Systems18:42 - How Fleetio Works for Inventory Management23:44 - Benefits of Inventory Management27:15 - Getting Started with FleetioLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! Snippets from the Episode"Software, we love to think that it's just super easy and intuitive, but then your biggest challenge is the human behavior." - Andrew"You can go broke or spend all your cash tied up in stuff that's not producing now; tied up in inventory that you're not using; inventory that you're not selling." - Martin"Knowing that number for inventory is really significant, especially if you want to grow." -KhalilResourcesNeed Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Andrew BartholomewFleetio websiteAndrew on LinkedInMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com   Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

What exactly is fleet management and why should it matter to your business? Tune in and learn how to optimize your fleet's efficiency, safety, and profitability with expert insights from Erin Gilchrist Rugg. Time Stamps01:11 - Martin's First Truck Story02:50 - Episode & Guest Intro03:28 - Understanding Fleet Management06:28 - Fleet Management Practices11:56 - Fleet Management Resources 15:57 - Safety in Fleet Management24:56 - Fleet Routing28:48 - Combining Inventory with Fleet Management31:06 - Taking Company Vehicles Home34:39 - Starting with Fleet Management: Visibility39:45 - Managing a Larger Fleet: Next Steps47:47 - Episode Takeaways49:27 - IntelliShift: Fleet Intelligence Made SimpleLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! Snippets from the Episode“One vehicle is a fleet.” - Erin“Successful fleet management is safety first and then efficiency, and now more than ever sustainability.” - Erin“The lack of use of data puts you at a disadvantage.” - Erin“The most dangerous work zone that people will ever be in is the roadways.” - ErinResourcesNeed Marketing Help? We Recommend BenaliNeed Help with podcast production? We recommend DemandcastMore from Erin Gilchrist RuggStraight Talk on Fleet PodcastIntelliShift WebsiteErin Gilchrist Rugg on LinkedInMore from Martin Hollandtheprofitproblem.comannealbc.com   Email MartinMeet With MartinLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from Khalilbenali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagramMore from The Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor

Feeling stuck as a business owner? Our latest episode explores the powerful Change Formula! Learn how dissatisfaction and vision can be your keys to overcoming resistance to change.Time Stamps00:51 - Episode Intro01:42 - Introducing the Change Formula04:44 - Understanding Resistance to Change08:58 - Overcoming Fear and Inertia13:09 - Applying the Change Formula in Business14:24 - Real-Life Example: Flooring Contractor21:35 - The Role of Environment in Change23:40 - Final Thoughts on the Change Formula30:17 - Episode OutroLearn how you can improve your customer and project workflows! BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL HERE! ResourcesNeed 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 Cashflow ContractorSubscribe to our YouTube channelFollow On Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X(formerly Twitter)Visit our websiteEmail The Cashflow Contractor