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Construction Lessons from the Great Recession


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Inflation, supply chain issues, and higher costs have many of us wondering if we're heading towards a recession. While we can't predict the future, we can provide some lessons learned from the Great Recession, including how to protect your construction company from an economic downturn.

 Topics we cover in this episode include:

  • What to do about equipment when a recession is possible
  • Watch your overhead in a recession and understand your cost structure
  • Get good systems in place before a recession
  • Dig into your accounting during a recession
  • Know when to cut back and avoid getting a bond claim during a recession
  • Be flexible and able to make quick decisions with the information you have
  • Implement Profit First to get a handle on your cash flow

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