Contractor Cents

Ruth King
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Discover ideas, tactics, news, and information that matters to your contracting business and you. Increase productivity, profitability, customer and employee satisfaction.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Contractor Cents - Episode 412 - Where is AI Headed in the Contracting World? – Part 1

    In this two-part series, James Hatfield, CRO for LiveSwitch, gives you some ways that AI is currently being used and strategies you can implement now and prepare for in the future. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    19 min

  2. 2 FEB

    Contractor Cents - Episode 411 - Build the Right Team Before You Can Afford One

    How do you grow your business by finding the right people and testing them before you hire them? You know that you need an HR person, a marketing person, a CFO, and more to grow your business. But you can’t afford the overhead right now. And, how do you make sure you have the right person who is competent and fits your culture? Join Nicole Grinnell, owner of Bosun Solutions, gives you the answers. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    17 min

  3. 26 JAN

    Contractor Cents - Episode 410 - Is a 10% Net Profit Really Enough?

    Is a 10% net profit ok? Discover the realities of two contractors – each with a 10% net profit. One was doing much better from a profitability standpoint. I discuss the best way to look at your bottom line using net profit per hour to make sure your company is truly profitable. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    18 min

  4. 19 JAN

    Contractor Cents - Episode 409 - The Importance Of Financial Analysis

    I had the honor and privilege of presenting the importance of financial analysis trends to Scott Bunce’s Vistage Group. Scott interviewed me about the why and how of financial analyses. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    20 min

  5. 12 JAN

    Contractor Cents - Episode 408 - Death By 1,000 Cuts - Part 4

    In the fourth of the Death by 1,000 cuts series, I discuss the next little cut – improper discounts. Discover how to really discount and ensure you at least break even when discounting. More information and registration for Field Managers Survival School mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://keap.page/rk139/field- managers-survival-school.html Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    13 min

  6. 5 JAN

    Contractor Cents - Episode 407 - Happy New Year!

    Happy New Year! I give you five fun financial facts to begin 2026. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    16 min

  7. 29/12/2025

    Contractor Cents - Episode 406 - Death By 1,000 Cuts - Part 3

    In the third of the Death by 1,000 cuts series I discuss the next little cut – not paying attention to the bottom line as your company grows. Revenue is important. What you keep is more important! Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    14 min

  8. 22/12/2025

    Contractor Cents - Episode 405 - Death By 1,000 Cuts - Part 2

    In the second of the Death by 1,000 cuts series I discuss the next little cut – Not answering the telephone. Wait! Before you ignore this podcast, listen to what happened and make sure it isn’t happening in your company. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    8 min
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Discover ideas, tactics, news, and information that matters to your contracting business and you. Increase productivity, profitability, customer and employee satisfaction.

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  • Creator
    Ruth King
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2018 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Contractor Cents

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