Contractor Business Builder Podcast

Denny LaVé joins the show to explain why builders may be exactly the kind of leaders communities need more of right now. As the co-founder of Precision Precast Erectors and a current Senate candidate, he brings a rare perspective shaped by business ownership, field leadership, and service. Derek and Denny talk about construction leadership, mentorship, the private nature of many contractors, and why more of them should recognize their broader value. This episode is about far more than politics, it is about identity, responsibility, and impact. Contractors will walk away encouraged to think bigger about what they can build in business and in life.

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Most contractors use social media the wrong way. Instead of posting random project photos, learn how to create content that generates real construction leads and attracts higher-value clients. This video breaks down the exact social media system used by successful contractors.

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If your construction company feels out of control, you’re not alone. This video walks through a real $5M contractor transformation and the systems that made it possible. Discover how to scale your business, increase profit, and finally step out of the day-to-day.

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If your reports are always behind, you’re making today’s decisions with yesterday’s numbers. Caitlin Brock from Apparatus Contractor Services breaks down what “precision accounting” looks like for builders and remodelers, why job costing fails in the real world, and how to create financial visibility without drowning in admin. We also talk owner involvement, tech workflows, and the red flags that signal your books can’t be trusted. Perfect for contractors in the $2M–$5M+ range who want clarity, control, and confidence.

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Learn how to manage your construction projects from start to finish using a proven step-by-step system. We’ll cover the key phases including PreCon, scheduling, site setup, and closeout checklists to make sure nothing gets missed. Whether you’re a GC or home builder, this method will streamline your jobs and maximize your profits.

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After helping 10+ contractors scale beyond $5M and doubling their profits.I've figured out the main issue that is stopping contractors’ growth. They all either don’t have systems or have written documents that no one looks at.This video teaches you:How to actually build systems that grow your business or free up your timeCollecting data on how each system is performing and then improving itContractors fail when they operate on written documentsHow to systemize your company with team powerThe construction business is only hard when you operate without systems, but once you've built systems, your company becomes easier and more fun.The contractors who become successful execute on what they learn.

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Full A to Z roadmap on scaling a construction company in 2026.This video has the exact strategies that I use to scale and systemize construction companies.This video teaches you:How to protect your margins as you scaleHow to build efficient systems that work while you sleepThe biggest mistakes stopping contractors from reaching 8-figuresHow to charge premium prices and stand out in your marketYou don't need 100 new employees when you start scaling, not a big marketing budget, or spending 80 hours a week. If you watch this and do nothing, you wasted 2 hours. The contractors who became successful executed on what they learned.

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Feeling overwhelmed in your construction business? This video reveals the 4 proven steps to organize and systematize your GC company so you can grow without the burnout. Watch until the end to get the exact blueprint we use with 7- and 8-figure contractors.

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Marketing in the construction industry is broken—and our guest Mindy Lepp knows why. As the Marketing Director of LeppDesign, she’s spent nearly two decades helping home builders, remodelers, and trades turn chaos into clarity with effective, professional marketing that works. In this episode, we dive deep into what contractors are doing wrong, why traditional marketing advice often backfires, and what systems you need in place before spending another dollar on leads.