The Cash Flow Contractor

Discover how minimal yet strategic adjustments in your operations can dramatically enhance your profit margins. Implement change today, reap rewards tomorrow! Don't miss out!

Time Stamps

• 01:07 - A Boost of Caffeine
• 02:17 - Boosting Profits with Small Changes
• 02:43 - The 1% Rule Explained
• 05:01 - Cutting Costs Before They Start
• 07:35 - Raising Your Price
• 10:25 - Rethinking Your Payment Strategies
• 13:46 - Cutting Out Wasted Time
• 17:16 - Buyback Inventory
• 19:10 - Setting Clear Labor Hours in Bids
• 21:10 - Controlling Cost Overruns
• 22:22 - Change Orders
• 26:27 - Accurate Bidding Costs
• 30:40 - Job Cost Accounting 
• 33:45 - The Power of Checklists
• 39:44 - Episode Takeaways

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Why is inventory challenging for contractors? Dive into our conversation with Andrew Bartholomew from Fleetio and learn practical tips to track, analyze, and optimize your inventory! 

Time Stamps

• 00:59 - Episode & Guest Introduction 
• 02:25 - Fleetio: A Maintenance Management Platform
• 03:29 - Challenges in Inventory Management
• 07:29 - Strategies for Effective Inventory Tracking
• 12:05 - Implementing Inventory Management Systems
• 18:42 - How Fleetio Works for Inventory Management
• 23:44 - Benefits of Inventory Management
• 27:15 - Getting Started with Fleetio

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Snippets from the Episode

• "Software, we love to think that it's just super easy and intuitive, but then your biggest challenge is the human behavior." - Andrew
• "You can go broke or spend all your cash tied up in stuff that's not producing now; tied up in inventory that you're not using; inventory that you're not selling." - Martin
• "Knowing that number for inventory is really significant, especially if you want to grow." -Khalil

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What exactly is fleet management and why should it matter to your business? Tune in and learn how to optimize your fleet's efficiency, safety, and profitability with expert insights from Erin Gilchrist Rugg. 

Time Stamps

• 01:11 - Martin's First Truck Story
• 02:50 - Episode & Guest Intro
• 03:28 - Understanding Fleet Management
• 06:28 - Fleet Management Practices
• 11:56 - Fleet Management Resources 
• 15:57 - Safety in Fleet Management
• 24:56 - Fleet Routing
• 28:48 - Combining Inventory with Fleet Management
• 31:06 - Taking Company Vehicles Home
• 34:39 - Starting with Fleet Management: Visibility
• 39:45 - Managing a Larger Fleet: Next Steps
• 47:47 - Episode Takeaways
• 49:27 - IntelliShift: Fleet Intelligence Made Simple

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Snippets from the Episode

• “One vehicle is a fleet.” - Erin
• “Successful fleet management is safety first and then efficiency, and now more than ever sustainability.” - Erin
• “The lack of use of data puts you at a disadvantage.” - Erin
• “The most dangerous work zone that people will ever be in is the roadways.” - Erin

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• Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast
• IntelliShift Website
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Feeling stuck as a business owner? Our latest episode explores the powerful Change Formula! Learn how dissatisfaction and vision can be your keys to overcoming resistance to change.

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• 00:51 - Episode Intro
• 01:42 - Introducing the Change Formula
• 04:44 - Understanding Resistance to Change
• 08:58 - Overcoming Fear and Inertia
• 13:09 - Applying the Change Formula in Business
• 14:24 - Real-Life Example: Flooring Contractor
• 21:35 - The Role of Environment in Change
• 23:40 - Final Thoughts on the Change Formula
• 30:17 - Episode Outro

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From $0 to $10M in 8 years! Learn about leadership, growth, and resilience as Mike Kelley shares his incredible journey from the army to building a thriving HVAC business. 

Time Stamps

• 01:09 - Episode Intro
• 03:17 - Get to Know Mike Kelly
• 04:31 - From Military Service to Air Conditioning
• 08:12 - Starting and Growing Troops HVAC
• 10:11 - Challenges and Successes in Business
• 12:16 - Customer Service and Company Culture
• 17:49 - Financial Hurdles and Growth Strategies
• 19:44 - Scaling Up: From Zero to Millions
• 21:31 - Overcoming Cash Flow Issues
• 27:32 - A Modest Beginning
• 28:28 - The Real Heroes Behind the Scenes
• 28:44 - Taking Control of Compensation
• 32:14 - Employee Growth and Challenges
• 34:56 - Transparency and Fair Compensation
• 42:14 - The Importance of Good Bookkeeping
• 44:02 - Adopting Technology for Efficiency
• 47:08 - Strategic Growth and Consolidation
• 51:16 - Leadership and Future Goals
• 54:26 - Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts

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Snippets from Mike Kelley

• "I've always had the mentality, the only thing I can't fix is something that ain't broken."
• "I find that in any class setting, the person who usually learns the most is the teacher."
• "We're always the first call with these customers because we choose to be that. We always answer.  We're always the first call." 
• "You never let another tool belt get into your building."

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Discover how the job market is shifting and what you can do to stay ahead. Our newest episode dives deep into attracting and retaining the best employees for your business. Don't miss it!

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• 00:51 - The Changing Job Market Landscape
• 04:07 - Crafting Attractive Job Ads
• 08:02 - Finding the Right Talent
• 16:00 - Effective Use of Job Ads
• 18:04 - The Importance of Clear Expectations
• 22:19 - Creating Meaningful Work
• 31:10 - Handling Toxic Employees

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Resources

• CFC 204 - When You Know They Need to Go: Firing Employees The Right Way
• CFC 217 - Managing Overhead in Your Business
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Are account issues driving you wild? This episode is packed with actionable tips to take control of your business accounts. Khalil and Martin also discuss common pitfalls and how to avoid them. Tune in!

Time Stamps

• 00:36 - Episode Intro
• 01:05  - Understanding Account Ownership
• 01:37  - Google My Business Setup
• 02:43  - Managing Multiple Directories
• 08:33  - Facebook and Instagram Management
• 13:29  - Google Drive and Shared Drives
• 19:28  - Email Delegation and Management
• 22:26  - Website and Domain Management
• 34:10  - Episode Recap

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Ever lost track of an important SOP? Learn how AI and project management tools can help organize and manage your SOPs. Tune in and discover some game-changing techniques in this episode!

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• 00:51 - Episode Intro
• 02:34 - Challenges in Managing SOPs
• 11:17 - Integrating AI and Project Management Tools
• 25:13 - Evaluating the Need for SOPs
• 26:39 - When and How to Implement SOPs
• 29:00 - Tools and Techniques for Effective SOP Management
• 36:59 - Practical Tips and Real-World Examples

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Resources

• SOP Library Template in ClickUp
• SOP Library Walkthrough in ClickUp
• SOP Library Template in Google Sheets
• SOP Library Walkthrough in Drive
• 9 Essentials to an Organized Business Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3
• The Evolution of a Business Owner with Jeff Finney
• Tim Ferris w/ Sam Corcos (The Ultimate Guide to Virtual Assistants, 10x Delegation, and Winning Freedom by Letting Go)
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Want to keep your business lean and mean? It's time you manage your overhead better! Listen in to learn practical ways to reduce your overhead and maximize profitability.

Time Stamps

• 00:47 - Episode Introduction
• 01:06 - Defining Overhead Costs
• 02:18 - Fixed vs Variable Costs
• 04:36 - Impact of Overhead on Business Financials
• 06:55 - Strategies to Reduce Overhead
• 07:11 - Real-Life Examples and Client Stories
• 23:50 - Managing Subscriptions and Expenses
• 28:22 - Episode Takeaways
• 30:45 - Episode Outro

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Tired of constantly micromanaging your team? Want to be a better business owner and leader? It's time to switch from task-based to responsibility-based delegation. Tune in to find out how it can change your management game!

Time Stamps

• 00:15 - Episode Intro
• 04:31 - Task-Based vs. Responsibility-Based Delegation
• 07:23 - Effective Delegation Practices
• 11:49 - Identifying Areas For Delegation
• 19:57 - Selecting the Right Person
• 20:58 - The Importance of Attitude Over Skills
• 29:57 - Challenges in Responsibility-based Delegation
• 34:45 - Episode Outro

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Resources

• “Delegation vs. Abdication” by Martin Holland
• CFC Episode 082 - Delegation
• CFC Episode 130 - The Obstacle is the Way
• CFC Episode 195 - Buy Back Your Time!
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