The Contractor Commute

In this episode, Brent Hull joins us as we dive into the impact of today’s quick-fix culture on quality craftsmanship, from the pressures of fast delivery to the challenges builders face as they navigate a "Snap and Place" society. We explore how Americans have become champions of the "cheap and quick," often at the expense of true quality. You will hear strategies for educating clients on the value of quality processes, ways to show clients when and why quality matters, and approaches to knowledge sharing, especially crucial as experienced teams transition and age out. 

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On today's episode of The Contractor Commute, we’re diving into a critical question: "What should I charge vs. what can I charge?" 

Whether you’re a new contractor figuring out your pricing strategy or a seasoned pro looking to increase your value, this conversation is for you. We’ll explore how to evaluate your worth, adjust for market conditions, and assess if your value has shifted—whether for better or worse—as you navigate uncertain times. Tune in to make sure you're charging what you're truly worth! 

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What sets Brad Leavitt, and AFT Construction, apart in the construction and contracting world?

We dive deep into his journey—exploring how he built his business from the ground up, the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he leads his team with vision and purpose.

Check out what Brad and his team can do!

AFT Construction | Luxury Custom Home Builder in Scottsdale

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Dan Parish is the Founder and CEO of Millworks by Design, a premier carpentry firm just outside Los Angeles.

We’re excited to have Dan join us for this episode, where he’ll share how he's developed a unique approach to training the next generation of carpenters and craftsmen.

In this conversation, we’ll dive into key topics such as:

• Building a training system that elevates your team while boosting your sales ability
• Creating buy-in, even on a tight budget
• The crucial role of accurate estimating and its impact on success

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If you don’t know what you’re doing with your business before you hire an office manager, you’re not going to know what to do afterward. Be cautious about hiring for an ill-defined position when your processes might be what are running you dry!

This episode will help you break down if you need to hire an office manager or if you need to work on your priorities as a business owner. You can get behind sending invoices, building estimates, or contacting clients. Let's find out if an office manager is what you need!

Check this out for another episode on hiring your first employee: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1988219/14713559

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Creating new habits within your team demands commitment, a clear strategy, and a compelling incentive. To gain buy-in, you'll often need to effectively "sell" the benefits of these changes.

In this episode, Ben and Kinsey dive into practical steps for building new habits and cementing your team's participation. By fostering a culture of positive habits, you'll set the foundation for your business to thrive.

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Customers can purposefully and unknowingly take advantage of you if you let them!

In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about the subtle ways that you frame your business to ensure you aren't being cheated whether that is how you talk about getting work, negotiating price, or moving around your schedule. 

Take ownership of your business and walk tall!

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Designers can help elevate your work to new heights, or they can be another bump in the road.

Ben and Kinsey talk about working with designers, how to foster a healthy relationship, and the pros and cons that can come with it. Like any professional relationship, there is a lot you can do to help it succeed.

If you haven't worked with a designer, this episode might give you a leg up!

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Take the time to learn "why" your business could end up broke and take the practical lessons from this episode to ensure it doesn't happen!

Ben and Kinsey cover items like invoicing on time, getting paid for the work that you do, taking inventory, asset management, and more!

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Being broke is overwhelming, whether it's in your personal life or your business. In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about how to ensure you know your worth, even if your bank account is empty.

This is the first part of a two-part series where we look at how being broke is often a sign of bigger issues—issues that you have control over! We'll discuss what to do when you're broke and how to avoid ending up in the same situation again.

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