Today’s featured guest is Derek Nichelson from @redeemedconstruction ... Derek is a boutique home builder in Florida. He had kind of a rough time period in his life, and hence the name Redeemed Construction. He goes on to tell some of the insights he’s learned through the years. HIs is a very inspiring story. I know you’re going to have at least one takeaway from it today.  So, listen all the way to the end. And be inspired!

Announcements:

First of all, We had a great response to the Protractor Website Spring Promotion, and all 10 spots are now full. If you would like to get in on that the next time we launch, then go ahead and join the waiting list at protractormedia.com … it’s free to join, and we’ll give you a special offer before we launch publicly. Again, you can get signed up at protractormedia.com

Secondly, we have a new article on our blog by Jonathan Walters called “Fail Forward.” This is a very important concept for all business people, but especially applies to contractors. If you find yourself paralyzed by fear of failure, then you should take 5 minutes out of your day and read this article. It could totally change your perspective, and thus your life. Check it out in the articles section at ProtractorPodcast.com

The Protractor Tip by Brad Leavitt @aft_construction is all about showing love to your designers and architects. A very important tip!

Also mentioned in today's show is Morgan Molitor @construction2style and some tips she gave about social media marketing. 

There is so much packed in today's show. You're going to be INSPIRED!

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[New Episode!] Today’s featured guest is Nate Seaborn from @NateSeabornConstruction ... He is a general contractor who is passionate about putting a strong emphasis on customer service, and making their clients happy. Today we get to listen to his story, hear some of his ups and downs, and how his business has evolved to where it is today. For some of you this story will give you the inspiration to keep going, or the motivation to get up and try. So, listen all the way to the end. And you’ll be inspired!

Today's Protractor tip is from Brad Leavitt @aft_construction ... He shares about the importance of good communication. And he gives some insights on how to make it a part of your contracting company. Very good Tips!

Also... Here at Protractor Media we have just launched our Spring website promotion. This spring we are taking on 10 new contractors to help with your website and online directory listings. At the time of this recording we have 6 already signed up. So, if you would like website help from someone who specifically knows the contracting industry and helps contractors with websites and online presence, then this is for you. Go to www.protractormedia.com to get in. Oh! And Please be aware that this spring promotion ends on April 22 or after 10 contractors sign up. So, if you want in, drop what you are doing and go get in right now! That’s at www.protractormedia.com

Secondly, we have a new author with a new blog post on our Protractor Blog. It’s Janice Stitzer from @cigconstruction, and her article is all about “Why Contractors Need to Deliver on the Customer Experience – Not Just a Quality Product” It’s a super important article for contractors, especially in this day and age. It would make a great read on your lunchbreak today, or this evening after you tuck your kids in bed. Check it out at www.ProtractorPodcast.com

Thanks so much for joining us today!

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Today’s featured guest is Jobson Crisostomo from Affordable Handyman of Greenwhich. @ahofgreenwich

He came to the USA when he was 10 years old. He learned immediately that he could make a little money recycling cans. He saved up enough money to buy his first bicycle, and kept growing and learning. He learned carpentry from a high-end builder, and eventually started his own handyman company. Now, he is quite successful at it, and is making plans to open a second branch, and perhaps start a franchise. He stresses a few things throughout the show like the importance of keeping your word, coaching your team, and keeping yourself and your job clean. Listen to the end. You’ll be inspired!

Our Protractor Tip is from Brad Leavitt from @aft_construction. In this tip he tells how they are able to keep their jobsites sparkling clean.

Be sure to check out the new article on our blog by Jonathan Walters jwalters_build In this article he shares all about the Contract-ing part of Contracting. He starts off the article by giving a list of General Contract Requirements. Then, he goes into detail describing the different contract types. He even shows different numbers examples, to help you understand how this might work in your business. This is an awesome article that will be very helpful to you.  To read this article, simply go to www.protractorpodcast.com and tap the Articles link in the menu bar.

Thanks for your encouragement and support of this contractor podcast!

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See you in the next episode of the Protractor Podcast!

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Today’s featured guest is Brad Leavitt from @aft_construction He runs a high end boutique building firm in Phoenix AZ. Awhile back we asked him to go LIVE on our Instagram account. He did such a great job answering questions and giving insights.