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Sam Alibabai: How to Stand Out When Every Contractor Looks the Same


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Episode 48 of the On Site Podcast welcomes back Sam to share updates on Coronation Construction’s growth, including stepping back from hands-on work into admin, sales, and estimating, and investing in Google/Meta ads and higher-production content to increase visibility. Sam outlines current projects (bathrooms, basements, and a medical office build-out) and discusses gaining confidence by taking action on challenging details like a tiled arched shower entry. He explains his push toward new construction for better pay, focus, and a bigger “wow factor” to showcase skills in one home. They discuss business volatility in Ontario, differentiating from low-quality competitors through consistency and client experience, and Sam details Coronation’s process: fast follow-up, 48–72 hour estimates, in-person proposals, JobTread client portal updates, and strong jobsite protection and respect. Sam plugs Coronation Construction in London, Ontario and shares where to find the company online.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Podcast Cold Open
  • 00:15 Sam Returns Update
  • 00:59 Marketing Like Influencers
  • 02:56 Current Projects Pipeline
  • 03:41 Confidence Taking Action
  • 06:29 Why New Construction
  • 08:31 Dad Life Kids Talk
  • 12:14 Business Challenges Ontario
  • 15:44 Coronation Experience Process
  • 17:08 Fast Quote Turnaround
  • 17:40 JobTread Client Portal
  • 18:55 In Person Proposals
  • 19:23 Protecting The Home
  • 23:50 Why Quality Costs
  • 25:42 Drywaller Honda Civic Story
  • 28:21 Journey And Growth Mindset
  • 29:01 Where To Find Coronation
  • 29:49 Podcast Wrap Up
  • Connect with Sam Alibabai:

    Website: https://www.coronationconstruction.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coronationconstruction

    Connect with Brandon Fuchs
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoach

    Join the Elite Builder Society
    Website: https://ebsworks.com/

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    On SiteBy Brandon Fuchs