This week we have the big Hib dog back on the lounge for some good times. Hib has just started doing a bit of coaching with us and he is an absolute weapon blessed by the trade gods for maximum sorcery + complete enlightenment. We discuss heaps of stuff including catching crays, closing the week, labour efficiency, staff, good staff, clients, keeping the product excellent + much more. I always love chatting to Hib! What a guy. Enjoy the pod xx Keywordsbusiness growth, weekly reviews, office time, labor efficiency, hiring quality staff, wholesaler relationships, tracking jobs, business adviceSummaryIn this conversation, Sparky Coach and Brad Hibbard discuss the importance of regular business reviews, prioritizing office time, and maintaining quality staff. They emphasize the need for tracking jobs and labor efficiency, navigating wholesaler relationships, and the trade-offs involved in business decisions. The discussion provides valuable insights for anyone looking to grow their business effectively while maintaining quality and profitability.TakeawaysThe best month in Tasmania is February.Regularly reviewing your week can prevent poor future outcomes.Prioritize office time to ensure business efficiency.Tracking every job is crucial for financial awareness.Labor efficiency impacts overall profitability.The quality of staff directly affects business success.Wholesalers can significantly impact material costs.Maintaining good relationships with wholesalers is essential.Every business decision comes with a cost.Consistent tracking leads to better business outcomes.TitlesNavigating Business Growth with Brad HibbardThe Art of Closing the WeekSound Bites"Best cray ever caught?""You have to prioritize your office time.""The money's made or lost in the office."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Catching Up02:27 The Importance of Weekly Reviews07:48 Prioritizing Office Time12:04 The Hierarchy of Business Truths18:06 Tracking Jobs and Labor Efficiency23:56 Hiring and Maintaining Quality Staff30:12 Navigating Wholesaler Relationships39:10 Final Thoughts and Advice