Contracting Simplified

By Martin Holsinger

What's Contracting Simplified about?

An online show by contractors for contractors. We bring you the latest Inspiration, Motivation, and Education helping you use today's technology to grow your contracting business with purpose. (NOTE: This show was formerly called: Protractor Podcast)

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Contracting Simplified episodes:

02.09.2022
My Last Episode
This is going to be my last episode here. I’ve got a lot of irons in the fire, and after giving it a lot of thought, I’ve decided, that unfortunately, this podcast is one thing that is going to have...
01.05.2022
How To Prepare For A Happy New Year
How To Prepare For A Happy New Year - My Favorite New Year Planning Framework - Preparing for another year is imperative for an entrepreneur. And in order to do that. I’ve found it necessary to do...
12.29.2021
If You Are Stuck In Traffic Keep Moving Forward
New Episode!!! In this episode Martin Holsinger tells about a recent experience stuck in traffic trying to get over the mountain pass, and how it inspires him to keep pressing on through the trials.
12.22.2021
How To Use Change Orders The Right Way
Merry Christmas everyone!!! In this episode learn some tips and tricks around how to use change orders effectively. Special Guests: Brad Leavitt from @aft_construction Jackson Andrews from @jacksonandrewsbuilding … “Use change orders as a way to improve the home or...
12.15.2021
How We Build Trust And Qualify Leads With Our Website - Brian Kashas
How We Build Trust And Qualify Leads With Our Website - Brian Kashas
12.08.2021
3 Contractors Share Their Expertise At IBS Builder's Show
This is a live recording, never before published on this podcast, where Martin Holsinger interviews 3 Contractors Live at the Builder's Show. In this episode is a roundtable discussion with Morgan Molitor from @construction2style Brady Johanson from @bradycoltcustomhomes Chris Quinn...
12.01.2021
Instagram For Contractors With Corey Walker
In this episode, listen to Corey Walker who has co-authored two Instagram Marketing books. She is a powerhouse of knowledge when it comes to Instagram marketing. This episode is stock full of insight and tips for contractors to use on...
11.25.2021
Happy Thanksgiving - And My Wife's Heart Surgery - Martin Holsinger
In this episode Martin Holsinger wishes you all a Happy Thanksgiving and tells about his experience of sitting in the hospital parking lot, in his truck, and waiting while his wife has heart surgery.
11.17.2021
Would You Do Business With You? - Martin Holsinger
Inspired by a football hall of fame speech given by Jerome Bettis, this episode is all about the immense value of your name and reputation. Would you do business with you if you Googled your name and saw the reviews?
11.10.2021
Toby Cornell - Bid and Build Every Home As If It Were Your Own
Guest: Toby Cornell from @cornellcustomconstruction ... In this episode Toby shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his luxury custom home building firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “You’re only as good as your...
11.03.2021
Rosario Mannino - Architect Led Design Build Firm
Guest: Rosario Mannino from @rsmannino ... In this episode Rosario shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his architect led design build firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “If you want to be an...
10.20.2021
Ollie Ledbetter
Guest: Ollie Ledbetter from @littletileguy ... In this episode Ollie shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his custom tile business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Try to choose a name no one else...
10.13.2021
Rex Snyder from CarpentryPlus
Guest: Rex Snyder from @carpentryplus ... In this episode Rex shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his carpentry/remodeling business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Most leads come through our website and social media....
10.06.2021
Andy Mac
Guest: Andy Mac from @gosforthhandyman ... In this episode Andy shares all about his story of growing his handyman business and successful Youtube channel. ... “Always have an exit plan.” … “Don’t bite off more than you can chew.” …...
09.29.2021
The One Thing You Must Wear If You Really Want To Build Your Brand In A Good Way
Host: Martin Holsinger from @contractingsimplified and @martinholsinger ... In this episode Martin shares all about the one thing you must wear if you are trying to build a real and well-known brand. ... It’s all about customer service. And this...
09.22.2021
Ed Earl
Guest: Ed Earl from @the_zen_builder ... In this episode Ed shares stories and tips from his experience in advising luxury home builders through the entire construction process. His passion is helping builders to ease the stress and find peace of...
09.15.2021
Chris Loughney
Guest: Chris Loughney from @fitch_hill ... In this episode Chris shares stories and tips from his experience in growing an award-winning building firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Do the right thing.” ... “Stick to what...
09.08.2021
Dan Arket
Guest: Dan Arket from Tekra Builders ... In this episode Dan drops some golden nuggets I’m sure you will find very helpful and valuable for your own business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Be someone you...
09.01.2021
The Two Levels Of Trust and How It Relates To Your Dream Client
New Episode!!! Host: Martin Holsinger from @contractingsimplified and @martinholsinger ... In this episode Martin shares all about the two levels of trust every human has and how it relates to landing a job with your dream client. Here’s a few...
08.25.2021
Andrew Patterson
Andrew Patterson from @PattersonCustomHomes ... In this episode Andrew shares stories and tips from his experience in growing an award-winning building firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode: ... “There’s a new standard in this industry.” ... “Control...
08.18.2021
Davie Santos
Guest: Davie Santos from @daviemactile ... In this episode Davie shares from his experience some of his knowledge which I’m sure you will find very helpful and valuable for your own business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode:...
08.11.2021
Austin Werrmann
Austin Vance Carpentry and @Tools_at_work
08.04.2021
Doug Cameron
08.03.2021
ANNOUNCEMENT! This Podcast Is Back!!!
04.14.2020
How To Earn Extra Money From Home As A Contractor
3 Ways that a contractor can earn some extra cash from home using the knowledge and experience he already has.
03.24.2020
10 Tips For Contractors Stuck In Quarantine
I've been thinking a lot about all that we've been going through the past few weeks. And I've been thinking a lot about the contracting industry. So I recorded 10 Tips to help you as a contractor make the most...
12.11.2019
Peter Akguc
Peter Akguc started his career as trader on wall street after pursuing a degree in finance. But the stress of the job lead to an unhealthily lifestyle. He transitioned into real estate and construction as the economy was rebounding from...
12.04.2019
Adam McKinnon
Adam McKinnon from Utah is a stair builder who’s seen every kind of staircase there is. After a shortage of work, he started working as a subcontractor to grow his business. He found a small niche and networked with other...
11.27.2019
Justin MacDonald
In this episode, Justin MacDonald, an electrical contractor from Nova Scotia talks how to price jobs, and the importance of properly estimating jobs. Also, he discusses scheduling when it comes to project management and staying small to maximize efficiency.
11.20.2019
Brady Johanson
In this episode you will hear the story of Brady Johanson and how he built his award winning custom home business. @bradycoltcustomhomes
11.13.2019
How To Find Your Unique Voice And Market Yourself In The Local Community
Kayle Sickler joins us from Settlement Post and Beam which specializes in building solid post frame structures. Sickler, shares how he develop a sales and marketing acumen while working at his family’s business. He learned more about the craft from...
11.06.2019
Have A Passion To Educate Yourself And Continually Improve Your Business
Early on Dan Devol went to work for Appalachian Forest Products. Then he went to work for a finish carpenter. At 21 he bought and rebuilt a house and then sold it. He made $40K on it. Then after that...
10.30.2019
Stick To Your Values And Get The Job Done Right
Drawing early influence from both his grandfather and father, Sam Pabich would incorporate the family’s commercial construction company Pabich Homes in 2016. Sam credits his Dad for helping jump start their company and fine tune their business using his background...
10.23.2019
Just Find Out What People Want And Give It To Them
Connor Crook is the owner of Diamondback Toolbelts. After spending 30 years practicing law, Crook purchased Diamondback Toolbelts after leaving his corporate job. He would go on to turn the company around and transform it into a profitable business.
10.16.2019
How To Quit Your Job And Go On Your Own Successfully
In this episode Michael Kaestner shares entrepreneurial wisdom and practical advice that highlights the importance of getting started early, networking, and coming out strong with a well-defined business plan.
10.09.2019
Be Yourself – How Being Vulnerable and Transparent Leads to Deeper Connections and Builds Better Relationships
The best advice given to Spencer came from his wife. It was leading up to him giving a talk at conference, and he was struggling knowing what to say, since he felt like his business had failed in the national...
10.02.2019
How To Create A Signature Look And Differentiate Your Brand
Today on the show, Mark King of Infinite Decks shares his advice for finding and hiring employees, giving raises, filtering client inquiries, and creating an effective call forwarding system. He also shares the importance of customer reviews and how to...
09.25.2019
If You Are Getting Every Job You Bid You Are Charging Too Little
Jon Beer, a professional artist turned contractor, shares tips and incites for building and running a successful contracting business. Unlike most contractors, Jon never went to school or had close family members to teach him the trade. In this episode,...
09.18.2019
Building Is A Business Of Relationships
Gabrielle Bieber co-founded Madison Builders around the belief that “homes are not just a container for your life, but rather an extension and an expression of oneself.” In this episode, Gabrielle shares how she and her husband started and grew...
07.03.2019
How To Design Homes With Timeless Architecture
Tony Frazier is a home designer with a passion for timeless architecture.But what is timeless architecture. That is a question that we asked Tony, and then spent quite a bit of time discussing. PLUS many more tips and insights concerning...
06.26.2019
How To Get Subs and General Contractors To Work Well Together
Adam Wilson the founder of Icon Tile in California dropped out of high school and started working as a tile apprentice. Working closely with his boss, and also a part-time job at Whole Foods Market, he’d come to learn and develop business skills that can be attributed to running and growing his own successful tile company. Listen all the way through and BE INSPIRED!!!
06.19.2019
Get Control Of Your Numbers And Your Business Will Improve
Stacy Eakman is the founder of Eakman Construction Company in Seattle which specializes in large scale remodels and custom homes. In this episode, Stacy tells his story, gives insight into how he runs his business, and speaks on the importance...
06.12.2019
Building Relationships Is The Key To a Strong Business
Growing up, Christopher Quinn could be found working with his grandparents on various home renovations. He is now the managing partner at Apex Projects in Connecticut with his friend Brian Hyla. In this episode, he talks work life balance, the...
06.05.2019
How To Build A Company Bigger Than Yourself
Jeff Pell has been in construction all of his life. After college, he’d move back home and start working his Uncle on various job sites. His passion for creating high-end luxury homes would prompt him to start Sky House Company...
05.29.2019
How To Calculate Your Daily Rate
Luke Miller from Miller Tile and Stone is a Tile Contractor and the Founder and Host of the Tile Money podcast. With encouragement from his wife, he was able to build up the confidence to start his own company. He...
05.22.2019
How To Setup Your Business And Structure It To Scale
Mike Grainger from Tink Construction Services in New Jersey specializes in bringing homes back to life. As a child, seeing his father grow and scale his contracting business would give him the inspiration to establish his own contracting business in...
05.15.2019
Find Your Voice And Never Give Up
After losing his job, Donnie Galli from Designs By Donnie found his passion as local furniture builder. In this episode, he shares the many trials and tribulations that have helped him build a profitable furniture design business.
05.08.2019
The Best Cure For Anxiety Is ACTION!
After leaving his job, Tyler Farrell started a custom home building business following the success of his first spec home. He attributes his success to staying focused on what he’s good at and hiring great talent to support him in...
05.01.2019
Everything You Do - Do It With Integrity
In this episode Eddie Leverett chronicles an impactful story that inspired him to create his business One Eleven LTD, which specializes in building universal homes for people with special needs.
04.24.2019
We Can’t Control How People Feel But We Can Control The Process
Sean Doyle and his wife Katie are the founders of SD Custom Homes. They call themselves a family building for families. Sean shares stories and insights he’s learned over the years that have helped him start and run a successful...

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Contracting Simplified episodes:

My Last Episode

How To Prepare For A Happy New Year

If You Are Stuck In Traffic Keep Moving Forward

How To Use Change Orders The Right Way

How We Build Trust And Qualify Leads With Our Website - Brian Kashas

3 Contractors Share Their Expertise At IBS Builder's Show

Instagram For Contractors With Corey Walker

Happy Thanksgiving - And My Wife's Heart Surgery - Martin Holsinger

Would You Do Business With You? - Martin Holsinger

Toby Cornell - Bid and Build Every Home As If It Were Your Own

Rosario Mannino - Architect Led Design Build Firm

Ollie Ledbetter

Rex Snyder from CarpentryPlus

Andy Mac

The One Thing You Must Wear If You Really Want To Build Your Brand In A Good Way

Ed Earl

Chris Loughney

Dan Arket

The Two Levels Of Trust and How It Relates To Your Dream Client

Andrew Patterson

Davie Santos

Austin Werrmann

Doug Cameron

ANNOUNCEMENT! This Podcast Is Back!!!

How To Earn Extra Money From Home As A Contractor

10 Tips For Contractors Stuck In Quarantine

Peter Akguc

Adam McKinnon

Justin MacDonald

Brady Johanson

How To Find Your Unique Voice And Market Yourself In The Local Community

Have A Passion To Educate Yourself And Continually Improve Your Business

Stick To Your Values And Get The Job Done Right

Just Find Out What People Want And Give It To Them

How To Quit Your Job And Go On Your Own Successfully

Be Yourself – How Being Vulnerable and Transparent Leads to Deeper Connections and Builds Better Relationships

How To Create A Signature Look And Differentiate Your Brand

If You Are Getting Every Job You Bid You Are Charging Too Little

Building Is A Business Of Relationships

How To Design Homes With Timeless Architecture

How To Get Subs and General Contractors To Work Well Together

Get Control Of Your Numbers And Your Business Will Improve

Building Relationships Is The Key To a Strong Business

How To Build A Company Bigger Than Yourself

How To Calculate Your Daily Rate

How To Setup Your Business And Structure It To Scale

Find Your Voice And Never Give Up

The Best Cure For Anxiety Is ACTION!

Everything You Do - Do It With Integrity

We Can’t Control How People Feel But We Can Control The Process