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.
149 - Labor Laws with Molly Aspan
As business owners, we're often so focused on keeping our customers happy that we neglect to look at the other side of the coin - our employees. So, whether you manage one hundred employees or just one, there's a long list of things to consider when you hire your first staff. Listen in as Martin and Khalil welcome Molly Aspan, a Labor and Employment attorney, to discuss labor laws and common issues that all business owners should be aware of.
148 - Southwest Airlines, ChatGPT, & Qualified Leads
What can business owners expect in 2023? Join Martin and Khalil as they discuss the recent Southwest Airlines incident, new AI technology trends that can benefit your business, and an interesting perspective on qualified leads worth exploring. Stay tuned!
147 - What You're Probably Not Considering with Your Insurance Policies with Brian McPherson
With all of the stress that comes with running a business, it's easy to overlook one of the most crucial aspects - insurance. But, before you jump into the whole idea of getting one, do you know what kinds of coverages are available with insurance policies and how to make the most of them? Stay tuned!
146 - Conducting a Year-End Review for Your Company
As the New Year approaches, have you taken the time to sit down and evaluate how 2022 has gone for your company? A good year-end review is essential for any business because it helps you lay a solid foundation for the coming year. If you haven't done it yet, listen in as Martin and Khalil walk us through the process and provide a few extra tips along the way.
145 - Why You Need to Offer Health Benefits to Your Employees with Holly Peppler
All SMB owners want to take care of their employees. Yet so many businesses fail to offer health benefits to their workers. Holly Peppler of Strategic Benefits Partners joins us to break down the misconceptions business owners have around health benefits and provide us with a clear path to offering employees better benefits without breaking the bank.
144 - You Probably Qualify for ERTC
There's another pandemic financial incentive that you probably haven't claimed yet. Not PPP. Not EIDL. The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). A lot of businesses didn't qualify when the program first launched. But the government updated the qualifications this summer, and the chances are that you now most likely qualify.
Join Martin, Khalil, and Daniel from Tax Credit Authority as they go over the ERTC qualification process, how much a company can claim, and why you should not miss out on this benefit for your business.
143 - Working Capital: What It Is And How You Should Use It
Do you want to double your business? The best place to start is with your working capital. Even if everything seems great and running smoothly, failing to account for working capital is a recipe for disaster! Join Martin and Khalil as they discuss various business scenarios to learn more about the nuts and bolts of the working capital game.
142 - Slow Down Strategies
Are you confident that you’re prepared for this economic recession? It’s can be hard to tell exactly what this can look like, but the best business practices can always carry you through a storm. Today Martin and Khalil walk through some practical advice and strategies for the incoming slow down. Check it out!
141 - Co2, Third Generation And Amy Brooks
It can be unusual to hear about third generation family business owners. However, Amy Brooks tells her story about her ownership in City Carbonic in Oklahoma City as the third generation in her family. From first working there in highschool she is now an owner and a successful business woman. From new legislation to supply chain issues Amy has prevailed and brings a special insight in the business world of Co2. Take a listen and enjoy this conversational episode!
140 - Retaining Talent
It’s time for hiring again after losing that one employee for more money, or a better opportunity. But what if you never lost that employee in the first place and what if other employees are thinking about leaving too? There is a way to strengthen the confidence you have in the culture of your company that will keep the talent you already have. Listen today to hear exactly what Martin and Khalil have to say about it!
139 - How To Deploy Capital
Are you using your extra cash from PPP, EIDL, and ERC extra tax credits correctly and wisely? As business owners we are visionaries and sometimes capital is the restraint. Listen to today's episode to understand if your capital is truly capital and how you should address this money in your business. Start listening right now!
138 - Keeping An Eye Out For Financial Indicators
We can all agree that at one point or another your finances as a business owner has been difficult to navigate. It’s not always easy, but today Martin and Khalil talk about understanding the finances of your business and what you should focus on within this area. It’s something you don’t want to miss. Listen today.
137 - From Corporate to Contractor Chris Edwards
From corporate finance to contracting, Chris Edward’s story is a flip on your typical becoming contractor story. We believe that his experience in finance will help you think and approach your business differently. We’re so excited for you to gain insight from Chris and the unique conversation he shares with Martin and Khalil. Start listening right now!
136 - Scaling Your Business With Ali Azhar
Contractors, have you struggled to scale your business? Our recent guest, Ali Azhar, has successfully scaled not one, not two, but four businesses! In today’s episode, he talks with us about exactly how he scaled his businesses, what went wrong, and what he learned from it all. He currently works for HOVER, a company that makes software to create simple, accurate 3D models of homes, and he gives insight into his business processes and strategies. Start listening right now!
135 - Taking A Leap In Your Business With Sean Glessing
It’s a struggle to take that leap into the million-dollar market. In today’s episode, Martin and Khalil talk with Sean Glessing about how he moved from working in his garage in high school to owning and founding a multimillion-dollar cabinetry. Start listening today!
134 - Helping Your Employees Succeed With James Freeman
In today’s episode, Martin and Khalil are talking with James Freeman, CEO of home improvement company PJ Fitzpatrick. They cover stepping into an established business as a new CEO, how to help employees succeed, how to integrate technology into your operations, and so much more. Listen to get an insider’s perspective of a large-scale business that’s still expanding!
133 - Impact Of A Foundation
Contractors, if you haven’t heard of a marketing growth foundation before, today is your day. In this episode, Khalil talks with Sean Glessing from Sean’s Cabinetry about how a growth foundation significantly improved his business. Having trouble understanding the value of a solid marketing foundation? Listen today to find out more.
132 - Generating Demand For Your Business
Growing a business takes intentional effort, and it can be hard to figure out exactly what you need to do to accomplish your growth goals. In today’s episode, Khalil lays out practical ways to generate more demand for your business.
131 - How Big Is Your Business?
When owners of growing businesses get asked, “How big is your business?” they tend to answer in 4 predictable ways. Those common answers often come with a predictable set of problems they’re facing. Listen to this short to find out what problems you may be facing based on how you answer this question about your own business.
130 - The Obstacle Is The Way
Have you ever had an obstacle that was difficult to solve and move forward from? You’re willing to do anything you can to fix it except this one thing? In this episode, Martin and Khalil talk about how the obstacle itself is the way out of the obstacle. Seems a little strange doesn’t it? There’s light at the end of the tunnel with this contractors! Listen to today’s episode to see how the obstacle is the way out.