Construction Secrets

Get the gold in your construction career with Olympian strategies. Learn how to boost profits and excel as a subcontractor. Listen now and level up your contractual game!🔊

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

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Timestamps:

(1:46) - The idea is that a perfect business delivers such a good product or service that no sales or marketing is necessary

(2:51) - Sir David Brailsford. Brailsford was head of British Cycling on the Olympics and Team Sky

(5:45) - Marginal gains has not only revitalized British cycling, but also set the standard of excellence in the world of professional cycling

(6:29) - The number one concept was be brilliant at the basics

(7:42) - if you can avoid the fancy and be obsessed with the basics, you are going to make a lot of money

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Eyes on the nominated subcontractors! Your construction project might be at risk! Find out the potential dangers and learn essential strategies to protect your project. Tune in now!

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Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(0:07) - What is nominated subcontractor?

(1:46) - All of a sudden the labor from these nominated subcontractors can be pretty tough as well

(2:11) - You want to have all of the things that you've negotiated done with regards to the nominated contractor, just before you signed a contract

(2:50) - You need the information before you sign the contract because it could cost you an absolute ton of money

(3:06) - When you've got a nominated subcontractor, you've got to make sure that you understand the agreement that they're going to give to you

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in October 2022.

Construction contracts made clear! This podcast episode focuses on unraveling the mysteries of liquidated damages. Get the lowdown on what they mean and how they impact your projects. Listen in and level up your construction expertise!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

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Timestamps:

(4:01) - You're entitled to get back how much money you've lost

(6:59) - Liquidated damages kicks in every day that you're late after the PC date

(7:39) - Now, what is the problem we're trying to solve? We don't want our clients to agree to an LD that is too high

(8:40) - The industry standard is about 1 percent of the contract value per day

(9:15) - We also want to make sure that LDs are the sole remedy for delay

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Struggling to push your construction business beyond $10M? Join us in this podcast as we reveal the challenges hindering your growth. Transform your growth strategy and propel your business towards remarkable success. Listen up!🔊

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(2:44) - Many people reach a point where they stop growing and they're growing stops, essentially

(3:40) - We get rewarded for the changes that we've made

(4:28) - The problem is you aren't adding volume to everything that you do

(4:48) - Do one thing and do one thing only and be fucking good at that one thing

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in October 2022.

Did you know that consequential damages are one of the most common company-enders in construction? Equip yourself with the essentials and safeguard your projects from potential risks. Listen here!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(1:55) - Liquidated damages are reimbursing the client for us being late

(3:43) - The company's loss of profit could be the end of the contractor's business

(4:44) - If you've asked to sign up for consequential damage or loss, it is a bad idea

(5:09) - The best companies in construction limit their downside risk as the main priority

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Guard your business against the impact of late payments! In this episode, we reveal the hidden weapon that equips construction businesses with strategies to navigate and conquer payment challenges. Listen up!

For more videos, subscribe to our YouTube channel using this link: https://quantumcs.co/CSYouTube

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(0:50) - It's making sure that those little things matter and they affect big things

(1:30) - The price of fruit is like in the overall landscape of a business that costs nothing to them

(1:53) - If you are relentless when you're not paid on time, then you're going to train your client up to…

(2:18) - You're due to be paid when you're due to be paid

(3:27) - You need to be on top of that to make sure that you're paid

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in October 2022.

Construction excellence starts with defects mastery! From causes to resolutions, join us as we cover everything you need to know about defects liability in construction. Don’t miss out!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(2:28) - We got our practical completion certificate signed. Now, our 12 months defects liability period starts

(4:00) - What we need to be careful of is that whenever they fix something, it tagged on an additional 12 months onto the defects liability period

(4:55) - Sometimes the way that the contracts worded, it says the original defects liability period will apply to the rectification

(5:09) - We want to make sure that there is no re-warranty and rectification period

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Navigate the marketing landscape the smart way! Tune into this podcast episode for essential insights on marketing for construction contractors. Don't miss out – listen now!

For more videos, subscribe to our YouTube channel using this link: https://quantumcs.co/CSYouTube

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(1:58) - Produce a piece of cornerstone content

(4:30) - What was previously called social media is a new form of media

(5:19) - All Facebook, Instagram, all of those other social media platforms have changed their algorithms to become interest-based

(7:18) - Direct response marketing is when you're shown an ad and you click on the ad and then you go and do something straight away

(8:31) - With the retargeting, you spend so much less because the ads are only going to that specific person or those specific people that land on your website

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in October 2022.

Secure your success! In this podcast episode, discover how contract negotiation safeguards your security on a construction project. Tune in!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage Service” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk. Here's How: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/becomealegacysubcontractor⁠

Important! Before you sign your next contract, read this report on Why Subcontractors Are Going Out Of Business. Download it now - it’s Free: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/LegacyFreeReport⁠

If you want to find out more, book a 30-minute, no-obligation call with one of our contract experts: ⁠https://quantumcs.co/bookinthecall⁠. Jump on a free strategy session to see how we can help you!

Timestamps:

(1:46) - Once the contract is awarded, we're going to have to provide security to a certain percentage

(3:13) - Normally the contract value or the contract price is defined in the contract as a defined term

(6:07) - Retention is they will withhold  10 percent of every invoice until they hit 5 or 10 percent of the contract value.

(7:40) - The less security they have to put up, the less it's going to cost them in cash flow

(8:30) - What is more important, cash flow or total cost?

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Start the year strong! Tune in for an insider's guide to 4 powerful tips that will revolutionize your productivity and boost profitability in your construction business. Don’t miss out!

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Timestamps:

(0:59) - What's a great idea is to implement a book called Traction by Gino Wickman

(1:42) - One of the biggest things is using managed services to your advantage

(2:23) - Your contract should be your Bible

(3:27) - He implemented the responsibility chart. He outsourced his. Contracts and project management. So he could focus on training the supervisors

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