Contracting Simplified

Today's guest is Trevor Tipton from @outdoorlivinginnovator in Scottsdale, Arizona.

He has quite a story!

In this episode, among other things, you'll learn:

• To empathize with people rather than run over them.
• The importance of developing a team around you.
• There's no amount of money that will make up for a bad client.
• How to get through tough situations.
• How to position yourself in front of the right people in marketing.
• The little gift he gives every homeowner after the first visit to their home.
• The importance of networking.
• ...And So MUCH More!

This episode is jam-packed full of experience. Trevor's history is full, and he doesn't spare the goods in this interview.

If you love this show, please help spread the word and share it with others.

Thanks for joining us today!

We are behind you all the way. Go out there and work. Stay in your lane. And leave an impact on those around you.

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How would you like to sit down with the senior vice president and chief marketing officer of NAHB? (National Association Of Homebuilders)

Well, that's exactly what we get to do today!

It is such an honor and privilege to have Lakisha Woods on the show. You get to hear some of her own story and experiences in this industry.

She also shares a very experience about one contractor in Montana who is making a difference in the lives of veterans.

Among other things she expounded on these important topics:

• Why every contractor should take advantage of social media
• How important a mentor is for contractor entrepreneurs
• The importance of reading books to help you grow
• Why the contracting industry is a key part of our economy
• Why you shouldn't listen to people who tell you can or can't do something
• ....and much more!

In addition to all of that, we talked about how NAHB is helping contractors on the local and national level.

We also talked about the upcoming builder's show.

This year IBS2018 has:

• Over 1,400 exhibits
• Overflows 2 huge convention centers
• Is more than 1,000,000 s.f. of exhibit space (not including KBIS)
• Terry Bradshaw as opening keynote speaker
• You can win $10,000 per day

There's so much more we talked about in this single episode. It's great to hear insights from someone who sees this industry from a totally different perspective than most.

In this episode, Lakisha also gives great advice to the new contractor just starting out.

Thanks for joining us today!

If you love this podcast, please share with your friends, family, neighbors, cousins, aunts, uncles, upline, downline, competitors...everyone! :)

And you are welcome to contact us at anytime at: [email protected]

Thank you for the difference you are making in your local community!

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Sean Collinsgru from Premier Outdoor Living is our guest today! We had an awesome conversation. The main theme seemed to be centered around the importance of knowing why you are doing what you are doing.

If you know why you are working on a project, or even why you are in this business, then it will help carry you through the inevitable hard times that come with business.

Here is just a sampling of some of things we talked about in this episode:

• Fake it till make it.
• Opportunity to be creative
• jumping right in to it
• Needing a portfolio
• Have to put your time in
• Be unique.
• Turn away people who don't want the uniqueness.
• ...and so much more!

Listen to this episode all the way through to the end and be INSPIRED!!

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In this episode Lou Olerio from @oleriohomes talks about how he grew his home building business. He has definitely had his ups and downs, and he tells all about it in this episode.

Listen to this episode and learn:

• The key to selling more and having a successful business.
• The best way to learn this business.
• The ins and outs of builder's insurance and which one to use for each situation.
• The difference between Builder's Risk, Home Warranty, and General Liability
• The importance of protecting your personal and business assets from lawsuit
• ... and much more!

Listen to day and be inspired!

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This is a special episode where Kyle Stumpenhorst @rrbuildings goes LIVE and answers people's questions.

Contractors from all over had the chance to ask Kyle questions about his post-frame building business. He took the time to answer every one.

We have the entire session published here for your inspiration.

He revealed such things as:

• How did you get started?
• Why did you choose Post Frame construction?
• Do you pay for social media advertising?
• The 3 things you should do to get a lot of jobs as a contractor.
• ...and much more!

After you listen to the show be sure to go tell Kyle "Hi." @rrbuildings

Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!

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And be sure to check out the Contractor Resources section of our website at www.protractorpodcast.com/resources

Thanks for listening!

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[New Episode] "How This Contractor Deals With Difficult Situations In The Marketplace Without Losing His Mind"

In this episode, Blake Carter @californiadeckpros and I discuss dealing with difficult people and situations in the marketplace. Plus, much more!

So if you want to get through tough times victoriously, get more leads using social media, be more efficient with time management, and successfully get through hard situations in the marketplace, tune in now!

In this episode, you'll discover:

- How getting screwed makes you smarter

- How to dig a hole 16' deep by 24" wide - by hand.

- It's important to get out there and work onsite with your employees when you can

- How responding right away with an accurate price is one secret to getting jobs

- Give someone a visual of what the finished project will look like, and you are more likely to sell that job.

- Why NOT to send design drawings until you've received the check for them.

- The importance of focusing on high quality work and knowing your value

Blake Carter is an expert deck contractor in southern CA whose accomplishments include:

- Building a multi-million dollar deck business. - Digging a 24" hole that was 16' deep by hand. - Getting 8-10 leads online in a day. -...and much more!

Thanks for Tuning In! Thanks so much for being with us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please leave a note in the comments section below!

If you enjoyed this episode on dealing with difficult people in the marketplace, please share it with your friends by using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post.

Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic episode updates for our "The Protractor Podcast!"

And be sure to check out the Contractor Resources section of our website at www.protractorpodcast.com/resources

Thanks for listening!

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Today our guest, coming to you all the way from Prince Edward Island is Alan Muncey.

He is a carpenter, specializing in custom cabinetry and other fine finish work.

In this episode we discussed many interesting things, but one thing that stands out to me is what Alan had to say about taking on debt in business. It actually came up a few times throughout our conversation.

He also shared the story of how he got ripped off by another contractor, and what he learned from that hard lesson. Listen through to the end.

I'm confident you'll be inspired and motivated in your own business.

Today our guest is Austin King from @_Rafterhouse_. He has worked very hard to develop the unique feel of his brand. And His work has been featured in magazines, and on HGTV.

He shared openly with me about the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey. You'll be inspired by the insights we discovered in his story. And as you listen through to the end, you'll see exactly why his motto is: "Build and Learn."

Here are some things you'll find inside:

• How he uses his athletics discipline to his advantage in business.
• Why he believes that every opportunity is an opportunity to learn.
• The importance of making a clear, measurable commitment to each social media channel that you choose.
• Why you must surround yourself with good people.
• How knowing your contract and warranty is key.
• and so much more!

Austin is a very easy person to talk with about all of this stuff. I believe that you will be inspired by his story.

However, being inspired isn't enough. Allow the inspiration to turn into action. Be motivated and focused.

Don't settle for less than your best!

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Our guest today is Tim Holton, from @JKHolton_inc. Tim came into the business that his father had started, which makes his story interesting… We talked about many areas of the contracting business.

A couple of things that stood out to me is what he shared about, how your reputation will haunt you or carry you for the rest of your life. If you do the right thing, you won't have a problem getting work.

He shared many other excellent and inspiring tidbits such as:

• Why he bought the family business, instead of inheriting it.
• How he is currently marketing his business.
• His methods for estimating and change orders.
• A simple little way to get a customer for life.
• Why he got started on Instagram.
• Some thoughts on his favorite tool brands.
• A vision he has to help the hurricane victims in the south.
• ...and much, much more!

You can tell as you listen through this story, that Tim is very excited about his business. You'll be inspired, and motivated to grow your business with integrity.

Remember, your reputation can haunt you or carry you for the rest of your life. Do The Right Thing!

If you are looking for resources to help you grow and optimize your contracting business, including the books mentioned in this episode... be sure and check out the resources page on our website. protractorpodcast.com/resources

And if you would like to join us at IBS2018 in Orlando FL. Please click the banner on our website, and get registered today!

We'd love to meet you in person there.

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Our guest today is Freddy Roman, also known as "Period Craftsmen" on social media. His company makes top-of-the-line furniture and does intricate restoration work as well.

He has a well-rounded background in the contractor space, and so we had many things to talk about in this interview.

Such things as:

• How to price your work
• How to train a new apprentice without losing too much money in the process
• Building your brand on social media
• How to track your leads from different sources online
• Why it's so important to educate your clients about the history and process that goes into the quality of work you produce.

… and a whole lot more!

So, listen to the end. You're going to love this one!

Check out the Contractor Resources page on our brand new website. Link is in our bio.

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