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.
Episodes
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May 4, 2021 • 1h 37min
68 - It’s All According to Plan with John Pollock
We sat down with the founder of financial gravity, John Pollock. He’s a financial planner by trade and an entrepreneur by birth. John joins us to break down “complex” tax code, the real necessity of a good accountant, and the hidden truths we all should be aware of when running a small business. If you’re intimidated by terminology and areas outside of your core competency, listen to this interview to learn how to get ahead of the unknown in your business and plan accordingly by applying the real facts and numbers.
Apr 29, 2021 • 9min
67 - Small Things
We’re talking about the things we all forget about. The things we all consider “not big enough problems.” And the things we believe aren’t bothering anything else in our business. WRONG. The small things going wrong or causing frustrations in your day-to-day are the root of the bigger problems. Listen to our short episode to stop letting your money go down the drain.
Apr 27, 2021 • 24min
66 - Making Small Business Magic with Mike Michalowicz
Are you a small business owner looking for a how-to book to grow your start-up? Odds are, you’ll end up reading one of our guest’s, Mike Michaelowicz’s, business books. Mike is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur that specializes in guidance and empowerment for small business owners. If you’re finding yourself overwhelmed by your business, listen to this episode for business fundamentals that will be a constant in the future of your company.
Apr 22, 2021 • 9min
65 - Partner or Not to Partner
Partner or no partner? Today we decide if the risk is worth the reward in sharing the responsibilities, earnings, and title. If you’re thinking about bringing someone on board to become a 50/50 partner, listen to this episode to learn if you’re doing so for the right reasons and for the long-term success of your business.
Apr 20, 2021 • 1h 8min
64 - The Financial Advisor to the Contractor Stars with Foster Wilcox
Does your small business or construction company have a financial advisor? Would you like it to? Listen to our interview with Eagle Strategies’ advisor, Foster Wilcox, to hear the importance of working with someone who understands your business, your industry, your type of employees, and what works for companies similar to you. Foster is the financial answer to your business’ investments, your business’ policies, and your employee’s questions.
Apr 15, 2021 • 12min
63 - Simplifying Strategy
Strategy. It’s the word that makes people overwhelmed and uncomfortable. It’s our goal to change that. Strategy is just a way of saying “a set of tactics or tasks that address a clearly defined problem.” All it takes to create a clear and understandable strategy is a problem. That’s all. Listen to our short episode to make the process of creating your strategy so much easier for you and your business!
Apr 13, 2021 • 1h 36min
62 - The Fire Safety Guy with Kris Pettigrew
The sprinkler industry. Not irrigation sprinklers – fire protection sprinklers. That’s what we’re talking about today with the co-owner of FPS Technologies, a leading fire protection and safety firm in the OKC and Tulsa areas, Kris Pettigrew – or as we like to call him, the go-to “fire safety guy.” Listen for a conversation about fire protection and safety as well as the importance of mentorship, culture, acquisition, and having a company vision.
Apr 8, 2021 • 7min
61 - Sword of Damocles
From the ancient tale about King Dionysius II and his courtier, Damocles, comes a lesson about the stressors of having positions of power. The King felt great pressure and burdens from his responsibilities and Damocles, from an outside perspective, only saw his royal life of luxury. Until he finally lived a moment in Dionysius’ shoes and saw things through his eyes. Listen to our short episode to learn more about how this ancient tale applies to business owners today.
Apr 6, 2021 • 1h 31min
60 - Changing Your Reality
Changing your reality means changing your beliefs, actions, and behaviors, but it’s hard to do. In this episode, we’re digging into what shapes your reality, what makes you want to change it, what holds you back, and the lies we all tell ourselves about change.
Apr 1, 2021 • 12min
59 - When You Know They Need To Go
Are you struggling with the decision to let an employee go? Don’t be. Don’t settle on your employees. You shouldn’t keep someone around because you feel guilty or sorry for them. By keeping an employee that you know isn’t the best fit, you’re doing yourself and them a disservice. Listen now to gain confidence in your ability to know when they need to go.
