Contractor Growth Network

In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network podcast, Logan Shinholser sits down with Chris Lalomia, founder of The Trusted Toolbox, a handyman and remodeling company generating over $3 million annually.

Chris shares his journey from corporate life to building a thriving handyman business with 15 employees and how he expanded into the remodeling space. The conversation dives deep into the operational and marketing strategies that helped Chris scale his business, the challenges of balancing handyman and remodeling services, and why staying focused on what you excel at is key to success.

Chris also offers practical tips on training employees, managing customer expectations, and navigating industry trends.

Tune in to learn how to cross-promote services and grow your business in the home services industry.

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In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser shares the biggest mistakes that remodelers make when starting their social media and best practices for fixing them. This presentation was originally given live at Remodeler's Advantage Summit in San Diego, CA. 

In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Liz Chism, process and systems mastermind, to talk about her unique approach to creating systems that gets the entire team involved and bought in on the process. Getting the whole team bought into the "why," and then the "how."

0:00:00 How Liz mastered systems in the brewery industry

0:09:11 How to make your systems sustainable for the long term

0:12:54 How to correct without hurting morale

0:14:36 How to team up with your crew against the problem

0:20:09 Creating SOPs as a result of questions to your team

0:23:07 How to handle pushback from the team

0:30:48 The 5 step process to simplify your systems

0:44:44 The easiest way to document changing systems

0:47:40 The biggest takeaway to implement today 

In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Kyle Hunt, the mastermind behind Remodelers on the Rise, to explore how contractors can maximize their remodeling profits by adjusting the six key financial dials. Whether you're looking to boost your bottom line, improve cash flow, or streamline your business processes, this conversation is packed with actionable insights that will help you succeed. Kyle shares his years of industry experience and offers practical advice on how to take control of your financials and grow a profitable remodeling business. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best!

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Horner to uncover the top 5 video marketing mistakes that could be costing you views and conversions. From poor targeting to neglected analytics, we break down each mistake and provide actionable tips on how to fix them. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this podcast will help you refine your video marketing strategy for better results.

In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with CGN’s SEO expert, Stuart Hendry, to unravel the mysteries surrounding AI's role in search engine optimization. Together, they dive deep into what's genuinely transformative in AI-driven SEO and what's simply marketing buzz. From understanding the latest tools and technologies to practical tips on integrating AI into your SEO strategy, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead in digital marketing. Whether you're an SEO veteran or just getting started, Logan and Stewart provide valuable insights to help you distinguish between real opportunities and overhyped trends.

Join Logan Shinholser as he talks to CGN's social media expert, Sean Holleran, and dives deep into the essential marketing strategies for contractors to promote their work at job sites effectively. As the busy summer season rolls on, Logan and Sean emphasize the importance of capturing content from ongoing projects to create impactful marketing materials. The discussion highlights practical tactics, including the use of yard signs, door hangers, and effective photography to showcase before-and-after transformations. this week, learn how to position yourself as a leader in your community, foster neighborly connections, and promote your work confidently. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your marketing efforts, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help your contracting business flourish

In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, Join our host, Logan Shinholser, as he sits down with his father, Steve Shinholser, to explore the secrets behind building successful businesses and maintaining lifelong customers. Steve shares his journey from starting a lifeguard business right out of college to founding Premier Ponds, a company he ran for 20 years. He discusses the importance of customer retention, the lessons learned from his ventures, and the strategies he employed to create businesses that were easy to run and highly profitable. Tune in to hear valuable insights on customer service, business growth, and achieving a win-win situation for both business owners and customers.

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This podcast is a discussion on Radical Candor, a famous communication concept created by Kim Scott. Logan Shinholser and Jason Rosoff, CEO of Radical Candor, explore the concept and its application in leadership. 

They dive into how Radical Candor helps leaders have candid conversations, build strong relationships, and improve team dynamics by combining care personally with direct challenges.

Jason explained the origins of Radical Candor as a management philosophy developed by Kim Scott. 

The conversation highlighted the importance of implementing Radical Candor in company culture to enhance satisfaction, retention, and relationships. The meeting also touched on applying Radical Candor at home to improve personal relationships.

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