Hammer & Grind : Built For Contractors

By Brad Huebner

If you are a General Contractor, Remodeling Contractor, or Landscaper, this podcast is built for you. Gain insight into business, mindset, sales, marketing, systems, culture, and leadership. Through a... more

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August 30, 2021EP27: Do You Want To Dominate Or Not?
If you’re ready for your business to dominate, it’s crucial to understand the steps to make your dream a reality. Listen to the breakdown of the Profit Funnel so you can take your business to the next level!
In this episode, we talk about…
What it means to dominate the competition without crushing them
The value of cooperating competition
Why key performance indicators (KPIs) matter
Understanding how much money you must make and reverse engineering what you want for your life
The Profit Funnel Steps
1-Get qualified leads in
2-Multi-pronged marketing
3-Sell the job and close the deal
4-Job cost EVERY job
Why the beginning and the end of the funnel are the most important pieces to your business
Links to Resources:
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hammerandgrindpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hammerandgrindpodcast/
Brad Huebner’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teamhandy/
Eric Triplett’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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48min
August 23, 2021EP26: Are You In The Crazy Cycle?
Today’s subject is something that affects every contractor eventually, and sometimes multiple times over their career. Listen to learn what The Crazy Cycle is and how to protect yourself from getting trapped in it.
In this episode, we talk about…
The Crazy Cycle - when your business runs you, and you can’t see that it’s happening.
Why The Crazy Cycle affects different people in different ways.
Examples of paths that can take you directly into The Crazy Cycle.
Why you need to think of yourself as a business-owner first, and a craftsperson second.
Symptoms of The Crazy Cycle that can mess with your business and even bleed into your life.
What contractors can do to get out of The Crazy Cycle and/or prevent it from happening.
Why it’s essential to understand sales, accounting, and the profit funnel.
Thoughts on “the going rate.”
The importance of getting help from a coach or a book or joining a group of like-minded people (or all three!).
Links to Resources:
Markup & Profit by Michael Stone - https://www.amazon.com/Markup-Profit-Contractors-Guide-Revisited/dp/1572182717/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SZIE9RK5RBG2&dchild=1&keywords=markup+and+profit&qid=1629677041&sprefix=markup%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-1
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber - https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280/ref=sr_1_1?crid=271QEAOJ63BHU&dchild=1&keywords=the+e-myth+revisited&qid=1629677006&sprefix=the+e-myth%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-1
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hammerandgrindpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hammerandgrindpodcast/
Brad Huebner’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teamhandy/
Eric Triplett’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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41min
August 16, 2021EP25: 5 Reasons Contractors Fail
Did you know that 96% of contractors will fail within their first ten years of business? That statistic is shocking! Listen in for some of the reasons many contractors tend to fail so that you can avoid their fate.
In this episode, we talk about…
How construction and contracting businesses actually have the highest failure rate of any other business.
Marketing: The guys actually agree that this is the most important factor, because if your marketing isn’t successful, you won’t get any customers, so it should be a full-time position in your business.
Insufficient Cash Flow: this can lead to serious problems, and it’s all too common!
Charging Too Little: This all comes down to good sales technique and confidence - and if you charge the right amount, chances are you won’t have cash flow problems!
Excessive Overhead and/or Employees: You’ve all seen a brand-new company spend way too much on swag on fancy equipment, right? It’s important not to scale too fast.
Lack of Organization: This can cause a lot of problems, frustrate your customers, and affect profitability.
How business coaches can help you avoid these mistakes and everyone can benefit from some help.
Links to Resources:
Profit First by Mike Michalowicz - https://www.amazon.com/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making/dp/073521414X/
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hammerandgrindpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hammerandgrindpodcast/
Brad Huebner’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teamhandy/
Eric Triplett’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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August 09, 2021EP24: Moving the Needle of Your Business
Every action you take - or don’t take - moves the figurative needle of your business forward or backwards. Which direction is your needle moving?
In this episode, we talk about…
A great book that’s inspiring today’s show (see the links below)
How things that are easy to do are even easier not to do (but you should do them anyway).
Why you need to continuously recalibrate your business plan so you don’t end up on autopilot.
Why you need to identify the critical tasks that will move you closer to your goals - and add deadlines.
The importance of creating micro-steps that break down your big priorities into actionable steps.
How to block out time to get done what you need to get done.
Why you have to delegate ...or else you’ll stagnate!
How sharing your goals with other people helps hold you accountable.
Links to Resources:
The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson - https://www.amazon.com/Slight-Edge-Turning-Disciplines-Happiness/dp/1626340463/
Calendly - https://calendly.com/
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hammerandgrindpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hammerandgrindpodcast/
Brad Huebner’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teamhandy/
Eric Triplett’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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47min
August 02, 2021EP23: How Taking Control Of Your Sales Is A Lifestyle Change
Have you fully grabbed sales by the reins? Just like losing weight, it requires a lifestyle change and several months of effort to reap the benefits. But the transformation you’ll feel is worth it!
In this episode, we talk about…
That you need to learn and recognize that you need some help with sales to start your transformation.
Whether or not to charge for estimates and the importance of weeding out tire-kickers.
How business is a moving target, so you always need to be on your toes.
The dangers of getting too comfortable.
What it takes to improve a skill set and why most people fail before they even start.
Objections you might face when you’re starting to try to be better at sales.
Why you need to audit your time plus tips to maximize your free time.
The importance of intentional decompression time.
Links to Resources:
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – Hammer and Grind
Instagram - @hammerandgrindpodcast
Brad’s Instagram - @teamhandy - Brad Huebner
Eric’s Instagram - @theponddigger – Eric Triplett
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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48min
July 26, 2021EP22: Hiring Tips With Caleb Larkin From ApplicantPro
The guys are joined by a special guest today - Caleb Larkin from ApplicantPro is here to talk about hiring!
In this episode, we talk about…
Why lots of people are struggling with hiring right now, and the factors we can’t control versus factors we can control.
How more applicants are passing by job opportunities these days.
Some of the most difficult positions to find qualified candidates for in contracting.
Why, when you’re hiring, you need to get in the mindset of someone looking for a job - would you apply to your own job?
How to choose where to list and market your job openings.
Why you need to take responsibility for your job culture to make it more appealing for applicants.
Why you should be as transparent as possible in an interview.
How ApplicantPro works and how it helps contractors.
How to find and recruit the really good employees, who tend to already be working for someone.
Links to Resources:
www.applicantpro.com
Instructions to get 20% off the first 3 months of ApplicantPro:
Go to Online appointment scheduling here: https://go.oncehub.com/caleb
Select 1-hour Presentation and fill out the form.
In the "What would you like to cover during this call" question.
Enter Hammer & Grind
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – Hammer and Grind
Instagram - @hammerandgrindpodcast
Brad’s Instagram - @teamhandy - Brad Huebner
Eric’s Instagram - @theponddigger – Eric Triplett
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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47min
July 19, 2021EP21: Don’t Be an Order Taker
Don’t get caught in the trap of thinking that being a business owner means you need to be a doormat in order to please everyone. Listen up for a big mindset shift you need to make!
In this episode, we talk about…
Why you might be tempted to give every person that calls you an estimate - but you shouldn’t waste your time until you’ve pre-qualified people.
How money can tempt you to begin taking on services outside the scope of your business, and why you should avoid this.
Why if a client is giving you red flags, you need to take action early on in the process.
Some examples of stories the guys have had with difficult clients who wanted them to be order takers.
How to handle special requests that come in from customers.
Various ways that working with a customer is like a marriage, including that it is an equal partnership with mutual benefits.
How the professionals in the Profit Club group are a great support system to help you take ownership of yourself, learn, and grow.
Links to Resources:
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – Hammer and Grind
Instagram - @hammerandgrindpodcast
Brad’s Instagram - @teamhandy - Brad Huebner
Eric’s Instagram - @theponddigger – Eric Triplett
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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39min
July 12, 2021EP20: Do You Have Imposter Syndrome?
So many people doubt themselves or feel like they don’t belong where they are. This is called imposter syndrome, and it’s all in your head!
In this episode, we talk about…
How must of us think we’re not as good as we are, when chances are, other people don’t think that about us.
Why a small amount of self-doubt is helpful for humility and growth, but too much can be detrimental.
How to leverage self-critical thoughts to get better.
Tips and tricks to cope with imposter syndrome when it crops up.
How imposter syndrome is quite common and happens to people at all levels of their career.
Why you don’t need to be an expert to teach others and how we all have something to offer.
Experiences the guys have with imposter syndrome.
Links to Resources:
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – Hammer and Grind
Instagram - @hammerandgrindpodcast
Brad’s Instagram - @teamhandy - Brad Huebner
Eric’s Instagram - @theponddigger – Eric Triplett
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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41min
July 05, 2021EP19: It's Your Business!
If it’s your business, why not run it the way you want to? You have to remember the reason you started your business in the first place and tailor your business to meet those goals and expectations.
In this episode, we talk about…
The difference between providing excellent service for your customers - on your terms - versus being too much of a people-pleaser and letting your customers take advantage of you.
Examples of you can set parameters to operate your business the way that you want to.
How to set boundaries for yourself and protect your personal time.
How to not let your employees give you the runaround, either.
Why your customer is not your boss - it’s a mutual agreement.
Links to Resources:
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – Hammer and Grind
Instagram - @hammerandgrindpodcast
Brad’s Instagram - @teamhandy - Brad Huebner
Eric’s Instagram - @theponddigger – Eric Triplett
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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June 28, 2021EP18: It's Your Fault
If it’s your business, it’s your fault! If things aren’t going the way you want them to, you need to accept that and take responsibility rather than point the finger at your employees.
In this episode, we talk about…
Reasons why your employee’s shortcomings come back to you.
A couple of books you should read about leadership.
Why you can’t have the victim mentality.
A few exceptions to the rule where something isn’t your fault.
How to learn from your mistakes - which is hard when you can’t admit something is your fault.
Thoughts on the journey towards self-mastery and growth.
How to hold employees accountable and create a culture of discipline in the workplace.
Strategies for taking ownership of the situation when things aren’t going the way you want with your business.
How you can practice taking accountability with role plays in the coaching group.
Links to Resources:
Check out the books we recommended.
Profit Club – Paid Coaching group www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclub
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroup
Facebook – Hammer and Grind
Instagram - @hammerandgrindpodcast
Brad’s Instagram - @teamhandy - Brad Huebner
Eric’s Instagram - @theponddigger – Eric Triplett
Website – www.hammerandgrind.com
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