For contractors, having too many tasks can cause chaos on the job and make them feel like they're losing control. To make businesses more productive and efficient, it's important to set priorities for jobs and deal with the most important ones first.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Common time-wasting activities contractors engage in and the importance of prioritizing tasks.
• Small incremental improvements in business operations.
• Significance of focusing on important tasks first.
• Practical advice on time management, task batching, and delegating responsibilities to increase productivity.
• Identify non-negotiable tasks, streamline processes, and seek help to eliminate chaos in their businesses.
• Optimizing business efficiency

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Will you keep showing up and doing what you say you'll do like a professional? Or are you going to decide to either do half-assed work or just quit and fail out?

Today, Brad talks with Dre Baldwin, founder of Work On Your Game Inc. about:

• The concept of the "third day" and its significance in consistency and commitment
• Importance of mindset in achieving goals and changing behaviors
• Strategies for structuring your day and implementing habits for success
• Overcoming information overload and deciphering valuable information
• The impact of self-talk and mindset on personal development and success

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Stop complaining, be grateful. Change is a natural part of life, yet many people fear it. However, embracing change is essential for personal growth and development. Break the cycle and start being grateful for what you have.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Importance of setting clear goals and knowing your self-worth for achieving success.
• Why complaining can lead to doubt and a low emotional state, ultimately affecting self-worth.
• Suggestions on how to focus on gratitude to shift your mindset toward positivity.
• How to avoid negative influences or other sources that encourage negativity.
• Practical advice for achieving your goals.

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Have you underbid a project because you wouldn't pay that much? Maybe you've been afraid to charge more because you think customers won't pay. When dealing with clients, it is crucial to avoid assuming their budget constraints and instead focus on providing the best solution for their needs.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Contractors often bid based on personal spending preferences
• Importance of bidding based on client needs, not personal opinions
• Example of bidding with money in concrete leveling job scenario
• Emphasize the need to provide correct solutions, not cheaper alternatives
• Discussion on finding clients willing to pay the right price
• Avoiding bidding based on assumptions about client budgets
• Importance of offering value-added services, even if they seem costly
• Benefits of charging more to stand out from competition and increase perceived value

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Businesses need to have a well-documented process for bringing new employees up to speed on things like paperwork, tools, and company culture. There are a lot of contractors that don't properly train new hires, which can cause problems in the future.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Contractors often overlook onboarding new hires
• Risks and inefficiencies associated with a lack of an onboarding process
• Importance of having documented onboarding processes for different roles
• Emphasize the need for establishing company culture during onboarding
• Tips on creating an effective onboarding checklist and using task management software

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We often say that we can't decide because we're afraid of being judged for what we do. This fear can stop us in our tracks, keeping us from making choices that could help us grow or make changes we need to make.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Overcoming indecision and fear of judgment in business decisions
• Fear of judgment can prevent us from taking necessary actions in our businesses
• Examples of making tough decisions like hiring, firing, and rebranding
• Importance of asking key questions to reveal underlying fears and uncertainties
• Instincts and decisions based on logic rather than emotions

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When considering purchasing or constructing a commercial building, it is important to recognize that the process can be more time-consuming than a residential transaction.

In this episode, Brad and Paul talk about:

• Importance of owning your business space
• Benefits of buying commercial real estate over renting
• Process and considerations for buying commercial property
• Differences between residential and commercial real estate financing
• Importance of due diligence in commercial real estate transactions

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Vantage Point Commercial Capital

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When we're in business, we have to make decisions. Whether we grow or move forward with our business will greatly affect it. You can do many things, but these five decisions will help your contracting business the most.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• The importance of job costing in identifying profit leaks.
• The benefits of charging for estimates and consultations to increase perceived value.
• Advocates selling jobs at a 50% gross profit to boost earnings.
• Hiring an Office Manager improved efficiency and allowed him to focus on higher-level tasks.
• The value of hiring a business coach for an outside perspective, learning shortcuts, and community support.

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If you've ever felt something holding you back but couldn't quite put your finger on it, this episode is for you. The idea of self-sabotage and how hidden views, which we often pick up as kids, can stop us from reaching our full potential.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Harmful beliefs and how they can hold us back from reaching our full potential.
• The conversation with a client reveals how childhood experiences can shape our mindset and limit our success.
• The importance of becoming aware of these harmful beliefs to unlock our true potential.
• An exercise is shared to help listeners identify and challenge these false beliefs.
• Why a goal was not achieved, leading to a deeper understanding of limiting beliefs.
• Uncomfortable truths to break free from self-sabotage and achieve success.

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The idea of "extreme ownership" is similar to the idea that as a business owner or boss, you are responsible for the things that happen with your company. This way of thinking changes the focus from blaming outside causes to examining oneself and finding ways to get better.

In this episode, Brad talks about:

• Leadership in contracting businesses, discussing common misconceptions and key principles.
• Importance of continuous improvement as a boss and a leader.
• The Marine Corps' 14 leadership traits and 11 leadership principles
• Three key takeaways for contractors: taking extreme ownership, working for employees, and understanding that leadership is a learned skill.
• The importance of effective communication, empathy, and creating a supportive environment for team members is emphasized.
• Taking responsibility for all aspects of the business and fostering a collaborative and supportive team culture.

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Book List: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OOFVt4TdbYv0vhv-TSQQRSqJTSR_wTtzKcSMGSg1cjM/copy

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