Contractor Cuts

ProStruct360
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Join the ProStruct360 team on the Contractor Cuts podcast as we delve into the ins and outs of building and sustaining a thriving contracting business. Gain valuable insights and actionable tips from our experts who have successfully grown their own contracting company from the ground up. Our show is dedicated to helping contractors like you unlock the secrets to increased profitability, efficient organization, and seamless processes within your company. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, our episodes cover key topics essential for your business growth and long-term success. Make the most of your time between job sites by tuning in to our podcast and learn firsthand how to navigate the challenges of the contracting industry. Get ready to transform your business with valuable information that can potentially change the trajectory of your success. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain the knowledge and strategies you need to take your contracting business to new heights. Subscribe to Contractor Cuts today and empower yourself with the tools and insights to thrive in the industry.

  1. 12/15/2025

    How to Start 2026 the Right Way: Annual Growth Retreat Preview

    We break down how to sell the real product clients want—project management, communication, and trust—and map a practical plan for 2026 with sales, process, marketing, hiring, and personal goals. We also share how our retreat builds systems, peers, and momentum that outlast the event. • redefining the product as process, advocacy, and experience • diagnosing the coffee stain and building guardrails • designing a 10-step sales path from first contact to signature • using preconstruction to prevent scope creep and delays • creating consistency so jobs scale across teams and cities • planning 12 months across six critical areas • setting realistic goals before accelerating spend or hiring • stage-specific marketing and when to add headcount • quarter planning and weekly action for steady progress • live estimate training to show value and win trust • community, peer support, and night sessions that spark ideas Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    34 min

  2. 12/08/2025

    From First-Time Attendee to Doubling Revenue: What One Retreat Did for His Business

    Fred Mancuso walked away from a successful career as a Chef and built FM Contracting in Chicago, IL. This interview is about how he moved from using a paint brush as a side job to running a real general contracting business with systems, subs, and large projects. We discuss his experience at our Annual Planning Retreat last year and how what he learned lead to doubling his revenue in just a year. • moving from labor to leadership • learning to leverage subcontractors • building systems for estimates and agreements • scheduling site time with intent • creating a predictable pipeline • preparing for first project manager hire • targeting consistent six-figure months • applying for a Chicago GC license • doubling revenue through discipline • the value of community and coaching If you want to come hang out with Freddie and Clark, we'd love to see you guys at the retreat in January. Go to ProStruct360.com/annual-growth-retreat/ to sign up. Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    40 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    Real Life Client Situations - Answered!

    We walk through real contractor dilemmas and show how to stop scope creep, protect profit, and keep clients happy without losing control. From Pinterest-driven changes to midnight texts, we share scripts, policies, and tools that set clear rules and smooth exits. • explaining the cascade effect of late design changes • using preconstruction to set rules for change orders • writing the first small change order to set precedent • tracking zero-dollar line items for visibility and leverage • handling “I know a guy” pricing pressure mid-project • offering managed carve-outs with markup and documentation • setting communication hours and moving repeat offenders to email • using lien releases and mutual non-disparagement to exit cleanly If you have any situations like these you'd like us to read and discuss on the podcast, send an email at Team@ProStruct360.com! Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    39 min

  4. 11/17/2025

    The Hardest Step In Growing A Contracting Company

    We break down the toughest leap for contractors: moving from swinging a hammer to running projects with foresight, systems, and steady cash flow. We share a practical plan for calendars, crews, invoicing, and client updates that lowers stress and raises profit. • delayed gratification as the new mindset • calendar as the core tool three to six weeks out • weekly rhythm with Tuesday and Friday anchors • energy-based time blocking and audit habits • the revenue math of leaving field labor • onboarding and replacing new crews with standards • pre-construction as paid risk prevention • pay-as-you-go invoicing tied to progress • sub pay based on scope completion, not need • client communication cadence that scales Go to contractorcuts.com if you’re interested in the retreat. You can register there. Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    47 min

  5. 11/10/2025

    How A South African GC Restarted In The U.S. And Cut Years Off The Learning Curve

    We sit down with Grant Doubell to unpack how a South African contractor rebuilt in Georgia, blending commercial planning with residential service to cut years off the learning curve. We get honest about “coffee stains,” preconstruction discipline, and the financial habits that keep builders in business. • origin story from development to GC • early scrappy jobs and learning by doing • moving to the US and translating skills • lingo shifts and trade expectations • client advocacy over good old boys • three-bid procurement and backup subs • commercial-grade preconstruction for homes • residential care on commercial projects • COVID shock and the forced reset • fixing coffee stains in quoting and closeout • cash flow, retainage, and profit discipline • acting big before you are big • horizon thinking and value of coaching Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    44 min

  6. 11/03/2025

    Holiday Prep For Contractors

    We share a simple plan to keep projects moving while you take real time off for the holidays. From mapping jobs to setting firm boundaries with crews and clients, we focus on clear expectations that protect schedule, margin, and your sanity. • mapping active, starting, and closing jobs over the break • building a quick timeline without a formal gantt • calling subs to confirm workdays, deliverables, and return dates • aligning homeowner permissions for on‑site holiday work • stocking materials and tools before stores close • setting one‑call boundaries and clear escalation rules • preparing solo operators to unplug without stalling progress • planning a Monday walk‑through to reset and reassure Contact me, reach out, go to the ProStruct360.com website and go to contact us and reach out to me. Get signed up for the retreat coming up in just a few months, January 11th through 13th of 2026.  Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    11 min

  7. 10/27/2025

    How to Handle Clients that Don't Want to Pay You

    We break down a practical playbook for handling clients who refuse to pay, from front-end contracts that set expectations to exit strategies that protect cash and reputation. Clear steps, calm scripts, and legal anchors help you finish fast or walk away whole. • defining the client engagement agreement and expected scope • explaining a 15% cancellation fee for remaining work • using weekly invoicing to reduce leverage and surface issues • documenting progress with photos and job logs • offering two paths: one-week finish or controlled demobilization • calculating final invoices line by line • negotiating with cancellation fees and service credits • securing payment with a lien waiver and non-disparagement • using arbitration for timely, binding resolution • mindset: own mistakes, avoid blame, exit cleanly Go to contractorcuts.com or ProStruct360.com and contact us. Retreat: January 11–13. Visit contractorcuts.com to register Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    26 min

  8. 10/20/2025

    When the Dream Becomes a Grind

    We unpack how a contracting career slips from dream to grind and lay out the systems, boundaries, and mindset shifts that restore time, profit, and peace. We share mistakes, hard-won lessons, and practical steps you can apply this week. • the trap of aimless growth and overwork • one-man job versus freestanding company • burnout, bad exits, and accountability gaps • why home life health predicts work health • boundaries that require advance planning • finance basics for profit clarity and saying no • hospitality mindset for client experience • journaling as a fast pressure valve • time audits, FaceTime, and fewer site trips • first steps to rebuild processes and capacity Set up a free 30-minute call: go to contractorcuts.com and book on the calendar. Retreat spots include up to three free coaching sessions leading in Join us January 11–13 in Nashville for the Chart the Course 2026 Planning Retreat. Sign up now and get three free coaching sessions before the event to finish 2025 strong and hit 2026 with a clear game plan. At the retreat, you’ll tackle systems, hiring, marketing, and leadership alongside ambitious contractors, leaving with a blueprint for growth. Spots are limited—visit prostruct360.com to learn more! Have a question or an idea to improve the podcast? Email us at team@prostruct360.com Want to learn more about our software or coaching? Visit our website at ProStruct360.com

    57 min
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Join the ProStruct360 team on the Contractor Cuts podcast as we delve into the ins and outs of building and sustaining a thriving contracting business. Gain valuable insights and actionable tips from our experts who have successfully grown their own contracting company from the ground up. Our show is dedicated to helping contractors like you unlock the secrets to increased profitability, efficient organization, and seamless processes within your company. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, our episodes cover key topics essential for your business growth and long-term success. Make the most of your time between job sites by tuning in to our podcast and learn firsthand how to navigate the challenges of the contracting industry. Get ready to transform your business with valuable information that can potentially change the trajectory of your success. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain the knowledge and strategies you need to take your contracting business to new heights. Subscribe to Contractor Cuts today and empower yourself with the tools and insights to thrive in the industry.

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  • Creator
    ProStruct360
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    169
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    © 2025 Contractor Cuts
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    Contractor Cuts

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