The Cash Flow Contractor
Each episode, Khalil and Martin will discuss different topics, strategies, and quick wins that can transform your business. We’ll also talk to with industry leaders from all different areas of contracting to discuss what it takes to become a Cash Flow Contractor. Listen, subscribe, and download free educational resources linked in the show notes.
129 - Keep Customers Accountable With The Credit App
Have you ever had a payment go south with a client? That’s the worst position to be in as a contractor and it can feel like a complicated situation to get out of. In this episode, Martin and Khalil talk with Doug from the Credit App. The Credit App gives you leverage as a contractor to help you find less stress, more time, and more money in your business by ensuring you receive the payments you’re due.
128 - Making Better Use Of Your Time
The only way to find more time is to make better use of your time. We know that time management is difficult to tackle, so check out today’s episode for practical ways to kick-start the process.
127 - The Contractor Death Spiral
Have you ever been caught in the endless cycle of losing money from missing bids, making mistakes, poor payroll management, and endless customer concessions? The Contractor Death Spiral is no joke, so listen to today’s episode to understand what it is and how to avoid it!
126 - Your Focus Is Powerful
Are you feeling stretched thin because of overworking and distractions? This episode highlights the powerful effect focus has on your ability to sell, market your business, and obtain a healthy perspective on your vision.
125 - How To Calculate ROI
Sometimes you have to have the courage to raise your prices. With the cost of service and supplies going up with inflation, knowing how to price yourself and knowing how to calculate your ROI (return on investment) is essential. Listen to our short episode to really get the bottom of attribution and see the tangible results you’re seeing in your business.
124 - There Is More To A Good Vendor Than Price
When choosing your vendor, most people only consider their cost. Pricing does matter, but there are a lot more aspects that you need to keep in mind before settling down with your “perfect vendor.” Listen now to learn our recommendations on what qualifies a good vendor.
123 - A System For All Of Your Online Accounts
Managing and maintaining all of your online accounts can be OVERWHELMING, right? It can be a mess for anyone to figure out, especially if you don’t have the right tools… but good thing for you, we’re here to help you create an efficient system to keep all of your accounts operating like well-oiled machines. Listen now to hear our suggestions.
122 - Using A Site Map To Transform The Way You Sell
You may not know what a site map is or why it’s important now but after listening to this episode you sure will. A site map is all about the navigation and intentionality of your website. A good site map can transform the way you sell and approach customers, how you take them through a sales process, and ultimately how you convert them into real opportunities. To learn how to create an efficient site map to execute a website that’s an invaluable asset to your business, listen now.
121 - Two Approaches To Help You Use Lean
In this episode, we’re talking about using LEAN thinking to improve your operations, increase efficiency, and eliminate waste. This line of thinking isn’t just for manufacturers, it’s for all business owners and all employees.
120 - Eliminate Costly Mistakes With One Simple Tool
Ensure you have the highest likelihood of your business and your teams achieving the results you want with one simple tool – checklists. In this episode, we discuss the truth behind what checklists are and what they are not. They’re not exhaustive and they’re not meant to be a system, they’re a reference point and a critical reminder to what’s essential to completing an efficient and safe job. Listen now to learn how to make a 100% free checklist that could save your business thousands of dollars in oversight.
119 - 9 Reasons To Start Your Marketing Yesterday
Do you have marketing in your business? It’s okay if you don’t. This episode is for those that are anywhere on the marketing spectrum. We’ll be talking about the 9 reasons you need to double down on your efforts immediately and why it’s essential that your business is playing offense instead of defense. Listen to our 11 minute episode today to change the landscape of how you view the time, budget, and experience it takes to have marketing processes in your business that will make a difference
118 - The Difference Between 1099 Contractors & W2 Employees
In this short episode, we’re breaking down the differences between 1099 contractors and W2 employees. You’ll learn which one you should use, what the benefits are for both, and what the dangers are for both.
117 - Using Software To Be More Efficient
Let’s talk about using software to make your business more efficient. You know we refer to the series of softwares in your business as a “tech stack.” However, finding and implementing the right tech tools can often be stressful, difficult, and time-consuming when you don’t know what problems you need to solve. So, how can you develop a plan for introducing software into your company that makes you more efficient? Listen now to find out.
116 - Paying For Performance: How Hourly Is A Failing Format
Are you still paying employees by the hour? It’s definitely not in your best interest as a business owner. Want an employee incentivized payment structure that increases productivity, efficiency, and jobs? Check out our latest episode to learn about the Paying For Performance (P4P) model.
115 - Making The Decision To Hire
In today’s short episode we’re talking about hiring – not HOW to hire, but how to make the decision TO hire. Listen to this episode, and we will help you make the right hiring decision for your business.
114 - One Place To Look
Are you tired of wasting time in your business? You need just one place where you can find information for project management, sales, marketing, and bookkeeping all in the same dashboard! Put an end to disorganized excel sheets and outdated legal pads. See how staying organized and efficient can save you time.
113 - Building A Growth Foundation
Attention contractors, if you’re looking for repeatable, stress-reducing, and effective sales and marketing systems to grow your business, this episode is for you. There’s a concrete strategy when it comes to scaling your business without constraints, and that’s by building a strong growth foundation. Listen to this short episode to learn which factors are essential and how our marketing partner, Benali, can help set you up for streamlined sales and marketing success.
112 - Mowing, Marketing, & Managing Franchises with Mike Andes
We sat down with YouTube sensation, business consultant, landscaping legend, and out-of-the-box thinking CEO, Mike Andes, himself. Mike has made a name for himself in the lawn care industry to say the least. After starting college at the age of 13 and owning his first business, Augusta Lawn Care, full-time by 18, it was clear he wasn’t going to be your average joe. Listen to our sit-down interview to hear how Mike has grown ALC into 87 nationwide franchised locations, incentivized his team, and increased employee efficiency by 45%.
111 - Replacing Yourself
Do you know how to build a highly profitable business that can work without you? Do you know what most people do wrong when it comes to finding their replacement? Do you want to know how to become a successful business owner that can create a healthy distance from the day-to-day operations? Listen to our short episode, with Martin Holland, to gain the wisdom to be able to replace yourself.
110 - Homeowners vs. Builders
Are you a contractor trying to decide whether or not you want to work more, less, or maybe even exclusively with either homeowners or builders? We’ve broken down the differences, benefits, and truths behind working with both target markets. Listen to this deep dive today to help you affirm or change your decision on who the ideal client is for your business.