Contractor Cuts

In this episode of Contractor Cuts, we dive into a common issue faced by contractors: working with friends and family. While these jobs may seem like the easiest to land, they often turn out to be the hardest to manage. Early on in the growth of your company, it may be necessary to take these jobs to keep money coming in, but it can put a strain on your relationships and lead to misguided expectations and misunderstandings.

Friends and family often have a preset level of trust in you, which can result in normal job issues being swept under the rug, only to become larger problems down the road. But fear not, there are ways to avoid harming your relationships and make these jobs go smoothly. Tune in to this week's episode of Contractor Cuts to hear why we stopped doing jobs for friends and family and the steps you can take to minimize the risk and make the most out of these relationships. Don't miss out on this important discussion!

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Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5Er1twgLrvfKS3gpWy24v0JsIbpkjymR

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

In this week's episode of Contractor Cuts, we delve into the importance of maintaining strong relationships with quality subcontractors. As the pool of available workers continues to shrink, it's vital to keep good subcontractors happy and motivated to ensure growth for your company. However, many issues can arise if you're not treating your subcontractors with respect and fairness.

There are two main categories that most problems fall into: money and respect. Issues such as unclear scopes of work and inconsistent payments can lead to subcontractors feeling undervalued, while a lack of mutual respect can harm the partnership.

To build strong relationships with your subcontractors, it's essential to view them as partners in a project and create mutual respect and accountability. Tune in to this week's episode of Contractor Cuts to learn about the two main issues that drive good subcontractors away and how to change your approach to promote a quality partnership. Don't miss this insightful discussion on how to maintain strong relationships with your subcontractors!

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5Er1twgLrvfKS3gpWy24v0JsIbpkjymR

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

As a contracting company owner or GM, you wear many hats and perform a variety of tasks to keep your business running smoothly. But while tasks like financial management, payment collection, and communication are essential to your company's success, they don't directly relate to your job site. That's why it's crucial to delegate these responsibilities to an office manager.

When you're ready to hire an office manager, it's important to find the right fit for your company. The perfect combination, in our experience, is a mixture of a friendly golden retriever and a determined pit bull. You want someone who can provide excellent customer service, but also has the strength and resolve to handle difficult clients and crews.

Join us on this week's episode of Contractor Cuts Podcast to learn about the key responsibilities of an office manager and the attributes to look for when hiring one. We'll help you ensure that your office management is in good hands and your business is sustainable for the long-term.

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

This week on Contractor Cuts Podcast, we dive into a critical aspect of running a contracting business: how to pay your labor. The guys discuss why relying on daily/hourly labor can be a recipe for disaster, especially as you scale your company.

While paying this way might work when you're closely supervising your subcontractors on job sites, it becomes increasingly difficult to manage as your company grows. A better alternative is a work order system, which pays your crew based on completed tasks and deadlines. This system provides motivation for subcontractors to finish projects earlier, get paid sooner, and free up time for more jobs.

Tune in to hear the guys share their experience with both payment systems and why they switched to work orders for their contracting company. Get insights, tips and advice from seasoned professionals on how to make the best choices for your business. Don't miss this essential episode of Contractor Cuts!

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

Starting a construction company can be exciting, but it's also important to think ahead to future growth. When you're first starting out, it may seem like you can handle everything on your own. But as soon as you bring on your first employee, you'll need to have systems in place to ensure everything runs smoothly. That's why it's crucial to start implementing processes that allow you to duplicate yourself and not just create additional work for yourself.

In this week's episode of Contractor Cuts, the guys will share their insights on how to implement these processes with new clients. They'll also discuss the direct impact these processes can have on your business, including increased efficiency and growth potential. Don't miss out on this valuable episode that can help take your construction company to the next level! Tune in now.

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

In this episode of Contractor Cuts, we dive deeper into our series on estimates with a focus on using your desk estimate to create an efficient site estimate and provide a great experience for your client. With a solid outline of what the client is expecting for their job, you can concentrate on building a relationship with them, rather than just taking notes. This approach has proven to be a game-changer, resulting in a higher job landing percentage by allowing you to spend more time speaking with the client and less time on note-taking.

Tune in to this week's episode of Contractor Cuts to learn how to use your desk estimate to create a smooth and efficient site estimate and improve your client interactions. Don't miss part 2 of our series on estimates!

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

In this two-part series of Contractor Cuts, the guys dive into the intricacies of the estimating process. With over 16 years of experience running a general contracting company, they share their proven method for creating winning estimates that impress clients and streamline the process for project managers.

In Part 1, we'll cover the critical first steps of the estimating process, starting with the first client contact and the desk estimate. A desk estimate is a preliminary estimate created over the phone by gathering information from the client, such as a list of desired work and relevant pictures. This process not only helps you provide a ball-park estimate that builds trust with the client, but it also allows you to screen potential clients and get a sense of how working with them may go.

Tune in to today's episode of Contractor Cuts to learn how to master the art of desk estimates and make a great first impression with potential clients. Get ready to take your estimating process to the next level!

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

Leadership as a contractor extends beyond just managing your employees. It also involves leading your subcontractors and clients on job sites. To gauge the effectiveness of your leadership, take a look at your company culture. If you struggle with a positive and motivated work environment, it could be due to three common issues: a lack of clear business structure, an unclear vision, or a lack of support for employees and subcontractors.

But don't worry, these issues can be addressed by creating a culture that prioritizes safety, security, and support. This leads to increased loyalty among employees, subcontractors, and clients. Join us for this week's episode of Contractor Cuts, where we discuss the three ways contractors can fail as leaders, share our own experiences building a winning culture, and offer tips on how to build a culture that drives success. Don't miss out on this valuable episode!

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

"Nightmare Clients" are a common challenge in the contractor industry, but it's important to remember that there are two sides to every story. As a contractor business owner, your reputation and financial success is on the line in these situations. Don't let a difficult client jeopardize your hard-earned reputation and profits.

In this week's episode of Contractor Cuts, our hosts will share their personal experiences with "Nightmare Clients" and offer advice on how to handle these challenges while maintaining your reputation and profits. They'll also discuss strategies for cleanly exiting a job when things are going wrong. If you're looking for tips on how to navigate these tricky situations, tune in to this week's episode of Contractor Cuts!

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com

In this week's episode of the podcast, we tackle a topic that many business owners face at some point: borrowing money. While it's generally best to avoid debt, there may be situations where taking on a loan or credit is necessary to secure more work or bail out your company. If you do find yourself in this position, it's crucial to be fully informed about the type of loan or credit you're agreeing to.

Join us as we discuss our experiences with borrowing money and share tips on how to do it the right way. We'll cover important topics such as interest rates, repayment terms, and the impact of debt on your business. Whether you're considering taking on debt or just want to be better informed, this week's episode of the podcast is a must-listen.

Looking to take your business to the next level? ProStruct360 has everything you need to succeed! From cutting-edge software and training, to expert coaching and guidance, we've got you covered. Visit our website to explore our offerings and see the full videos of our podcast series. At ProStruct360.com, you'll find the tools and resources you need to grow your business, improve your skills and achieve your goals. Don't wait, check us out now!

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contractor-cuts/id1586640379

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SE77KI88ITOlEU8FY8GPr?si=1f77d88d0d684975

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@contractorcuts

🚧 2027 Growth Conference — Austin, TX | Jan 10–12. Two days diving deep into your company — what's working, what's broken — ending with your 2027 blueprint. Day 3: hands-on electives like financial management and estimate writing to make it real. Early Bird (very limited): 30% off + 3 hotel nights covered. Sign up at contractorcuts.com

Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

🔗 Book a free call: contractorcuts.com 

🔗 ProStruct360 software + coaching: prostruct360.com