Someone once said... "In the construction business, you must be two things: slightly crazy and have a desire to serve people." And it is said of the Carlson family that they are a little bit of both… Whether they are crazy or not, I don't know... but one thing that came through loud and clear during this interview with Stefan Carlson, is how much they LOVE to SERVE people!
There are so many things that were said that stood out to me, but here are just a few...
Get this episode today and be Inspired, Motivated, and Educated! There is no reason that you cannot go out and have legacy over currency in your own local community. Your legacy is up to you. May this message today, from Stefan Carlson, inspire you to be all you can be in your contracting business.
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What is your estimating process? What have you found works really well and sets you for success when it comes to estimating? Do you have a system for estimating? These questions face every contractor in the marketplace today.
In this episode Alex Rescha from @brothersrenovations shares exactly how he does it. You'll come away from this one with at least one useful tip you can use (and probably more than one!)
In this episode you'll learn:
... and more!
This is a short episode, but don't let that fool you. It's PACKED-FULL of very valuable experience that Alex has proven to help grow and scale his renovation company.
Listen and learn today!
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Brad Gosselink (@gosselinkfinecarpentry) grew up in the country club. His white collar parents got him a job in construction, thinking he would hate it and return to school. (but instead he fell in love with it.) He had a problem with alcohol (but has now been sober over 7 years) He and his wife separated… and on and on the story goes.
But…
These obstacles did not stop Brad from overcoming the odds, and pursuing his dream of owning and growing his own carpentry business.
Now, fast forward a few years and he’s hiring employees, purchasing another business, and collaborating with other successful contractors. In some ways the story feels like it’s just beginning.
Listen to this episode today, and you’ll be inspired and motivated to be a professional contractor, and leave a legacy.
#Protractors – Making A Difference!
This question is brought up often in this industry. In this episode... Ian Cheadle from @cheadleconstruction shares his answer to this question, and what that means for his business.
Listen to the show today, and be Inspired, Motivated, and Educated to be the very best contractor you can be, in your local community.
Now is not the time to cut corners, and take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners. It's time to raise the bar, and be PROFESSIONALS leaving a LEGACY that lasts.
Don't wait. Get this episode today! And Be INSPIRED!
#Protractors - Making A Difference!
In this show Cameron Gilliam shares his story of how he grew up knowing he would be a homebuilder. He talks very openly about some of the ins and outs of working in a family business.
Cameron is very passionate about doing it right. They focus on doing high quality work, and therefore they have learned to price their jobs accordingly.
We talked about the different ways that they are making a difference in their community.
It was very inspiring for me to talk to Cameron about their business and processes. And I’m sure it will be for you as well. Listen today and be INSPIRED!
#Protractors - Making A Difference!
In this show Cameron Gilliam shares his story of how he grew up knowing he would be a homebuilder. He talks very openly about some of the ins and outs of working in a family business.
Cameron is very passionate about doing it right. They focus on doing high quality work, and therefore they have learned to price their jobs accordingly.
We talked about the different ways that they are making a difference in their community.
It was very inspiring for me to talk to Cameron about their business and processes. And I’m sure it will be for you as well. Listen today and be INSPIRED!
#Protractors - Making A Difference!
Finding good quality help is a challenge most contractors are facing around the world. Mike Corona @coronamarbleandtile comes on the show to answer this Ask A Protractor question. Do you look for skilled labor, or a hard working person that you can train?
We had an awesome chat together about this topic. And I know it'll be of help to you.
So, whether you are currently looking for someone to hire, or you are thinking of doing it in the future... you'll love this episode.
#Protractors- Making A Difference!
This story is about how Tiffany came in and saved her husband's contracting business by helping him get Quickbooks setup correctly. They burned their shoebox full of receipts and took control of their finances.
Now Their business is thriving and turning a good profit year after year.
I asked Tiffany how she did it, and she was more than willing to tell me. This episode answers five questions, and will leave you inspired at the potential quickbooks has to help you grow and scale your contracting business.
So if you answer yes to even one of these following questions, then this episode is for you:
Like I said, if you said, "Yes" to even one of those questions. Then you need to listen to this episode.
Maybe you don't do the numbers side of your business, but your wife does, or some other person. Well, then have them listen to the episode. It will help you with the numbers side of your business. And as you already know... if you're not in control of your numbers, are you really in business?
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Where Do You Turn When You Don't Have a Full Time Mentor? ... Is a question turned in to us for the Ask A Protractor series. Spencer Lewis from @Insider_Carpentry is passionate about this subject. He has came on the show today, and answered this question inside and out.
If you've ever struggled with wondering where to turn when you lack a full time mentor, then listen to this show. The very least it will do, is inspire you. And most like it will leave you feeling motivated to be active in the online community, and help others as you yourself grow in the trades.
So, don't delay any longer. Get this episode and listen to it today!
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Today it's our pleasure to bring you the incredible story of Don Challis @don_challis He's been building luxurious custom circular staircases most of his life. And recently he has taken up a new income stream carving 3D sound waves into wood. He's a general contractor and has a passion for helping homeowners get the best quality for a fair price.
If you are feeling all alone in the contracting world, wondering if anyone else can relate... then you should listen to this episode. Don's story is not hyped-up, but very relatable and inspiring.
Listen to this show today, and be inspired!
#Protractors - Making A Difference!