In this episode of The Better Contractor, Brent Oberlink and his co-host, Aney Bailor, discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. While IQ and technical skills are essential, it's emotional intelligence that can truly set you apart as a successful leader. From understanding the role of empathy and self-awareness to managing reactions in stressful situations, they talk about how emotional intelligence influences team dynamics and company growth. Whether you're leading a small team or scaling a business, emotional intelligence plays a pivotal role in fostering trust, clarity, and resilience.

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Welcome back to The Better Contractor. In this episode, Brent tackles the hottest questions straight from our Facebook group. How do you separate work and personal relationships? How do you compete in a flooded market with lowball contractors? When is the right time to add a crew and what is the best way to do it? We also announce the winner of our free 10-seat giveaway for our training platform:Congratulations to Matthew Linnen! If you don’t have employee onboarding in place yet, now is the time. Our videos are short, to the point, and designed to help your team level up fast.

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What does it take to build a high-performing team? Trent Clark—former MLB coach, serial entrepreneur, and host of Winners Find a Way—joins Brent Oberlink to break down the mindset, discipline, and leadership strategies that separate winning teams from the rest. From overcoming setbacks to keeping a remote workforce motivated, Trent shares powerful insights from his book Leading Winning Teams and his experience coaching at three World Series. If you're a contractor, entrepreneur, or leader looking for an edge, this episode is packed with game-changing advice.

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Success isn’t about luck, it’s about strategy, discipline, and taking action. In this episode of The Better Contractor, Tony Whatley, entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of 365 Driven, joins Brent Oberlink and Aney Bailor to break down what it really takes to scale a multimillion-dollar business. Tony shares his journey from working a 9-to-5 while building a thriving side business to achieving financial freedom. Tony shares plenty of experiences that will help all entrepreneurs in their journey through business. He discusses the misconceptions around entrepreneurship, personal branding, and why most people fail to take the necessary steps toward success. Whether you’re a contractor, business owner, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode delivers no-nonsense advice on how to level up your business and mindset.

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Welcome back to another episode of The Better Contractor. In this episode, Brent is joined by Jonathan Fodera from Integrated Business Financing to expose the biggest financial mistakes contractors make—and how to avoid them. From project financing and invoice factoring to the golden handcuffs of banking, he shares powerful strategies to keep your cash flow strong and your business growing. Learn why financing is smarter than paying cash, why you should never lease equipment, and how business credit can unlock new opportunities. Plus, simple steps you can take today to improve your financing options. Don't miss this episode!

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Join Brent Oberlink and co-host Travis in this episode of The Better Contractor as they chat with Michael Fortinberry from Protiv about an innovative app transforming the construction industry. Protiv links employee performance to quality and budget goals, creating a performance-based pay model that drives accountability and boosts productivity. Listen to this episode to see how this approach can lead to improvements of up to 20% while fostering teamwork and engagement. Don’t miss the opportunity to revolutionize your contracting business.

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Welcome back to another episode of The Better Contractor. What does it take to go from knowing nothing about landscaping to running a multi-million dollar company? On this episode, host Brent Oberlink is joined by Travis May and Jeremy Talboy, founder of North Georgia Landscape Management, who shares his incredible journey from history major and baseball player to building an eight-figure business in the Atlanta area. Jeremy talks about the struggles of starting with no experience, the lessons he learned from the business world, and how he built a company culture that employees want to return to. If you’re looking for insights on scaling, hiring, and leading a winning team, this one’s for you. Tune in to learn how to scale.

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It's our 50th episode! Brent Oberlink takes a step back in this episode to reflect on the mission behind The Better Contractor. With a focus on elevating the blue-collar contracting space, Brent discusses the podcast’s goals: helping contractors break into the eight-figure revenue range, building a supportive community, and tackling industry challenges together in a community. He also talks about the strategies behind Lanracorp and The Better Contractor's success, including the growth of our new private Facebook group, the value of the podcast as a learning resource, and the upcoming opportunities for business coaching and consulting. Listen in for insights that could change the trajectory of your contracting business.

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How can contractors align with large corporations to improve safety culture and operational success? Brent Oberlink sits down with Jay Keppler of Lanracorp and Sean Galloway of Pro-Act Safety to explore key strategies for fostering engagement, mitigating risks, and navigating the challenges of low-bid procurement. They discuss leadership, alignment, and autonomy in safety, while sharing insights on how companies can create a culture where employees proactively contribute to workplace safety.

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Feeling stuck in your business? Every contractor faces tough seasons, but the key to success is how you navigate these tough seasons. In this episode of The Better Contractor, Brent Oberlink talks about actionable strategies to turn your business around. With years of his experience, he discusses cash flow management, pricing, team building, and cutting waste. If you’re ready to stop struggling and start thriving, this episode is for you.

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