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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Ben started his construction business after growing up in the industry. He learned quite a bit over his years running his own business and wanted to share some of the best (and worst) lessons that he has to share. 

This episode hopefully acts as a shortcut to save you some pain as you navigate owning and operating a small construction business.

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Standing out in the construction industry means becoming a hero to both your team and your customers.

In this episode, Ben and Kinsey continue our project management mini-series by exploring the critical role of effective communication and showcasing various tools to improve your communication skills. Whether you rely on software, a whiteboard, or a notepad, mastering what, how, and when to communicate is essential for becoming a hero to your customers and your team.

Don't miss the other episodes in this series for valuable insights on enhancing your project management capabilities.

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Imagine a world where you’re consistently beating the schedule, you’re under budget, your team functions like a well-oiled machine. They’re efficient, they’re energized, they’re happy. You are meeting deadlines. You’re a hero to your customers. You're making money. You’re achieving your goals and dreams.

This doesn't have to be hypothetical and it is easier than you think.

In this episode, we'll dive into making this dream a reality. Mastering checklists, calendars, and communication will help you, your team, and your business thrive.

Download our Preconstruction and Quality Assurance Checklists here:
Free Construction Checklists (congenius.com)

Episode on Managing Expectations: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kQieNeoNJQJy2Fsunf23l?si=819fde4b6c26474a

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With this episode, we're starting a new miniseries on Project Management in Construction.

Today's episode covers processes and the impact they can have on you and your business. 

Processes can impact these four areas:
-Customer Experience
-Financial Health
-Employee Satisfaction
-Job Consistency

Listen to the episode to learn how!

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On this episode of The Contractor Commute, we're joined by Will Worsham to explore the essential steps in legally structuring your business for success, from startup to handling challenges. 

We delve into the costs involved in legal work, key considerations for business owners, and common pitfalls to steer clear of. Tune in as we guide you through the process of setting up your business as you expect the best days ahead, and prepare for the worst.

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What do you need to make sure your business is set up well? In this episode, we look at what legal steps you need to take to ensure your business's legitimacy, safety, and future!

9 things you need to do:

1. Create your entity
2. Get insured
3. Get licensed
4. Open a bank account
5. Set up accounting software
6. Set up payroll provider (if you have employees)
7. Business phone
8. Setup website
9. Google listing

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For every yes you give, in business and in life, you're saying no to something else. 

This episode dives into learning when and how to say no to customers, to projects, and even when to say no to your team.

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