Modern Contractor TV

Teddy Slack
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Modern Contractor TV is a podcast and YouTube show for home service business owners who want to scale smarter, increase profits, and reduce owner dependency. Hosted by entrepreneur Teddy Slack, each episode features real-world strategies, expert interviews, and proven tools to help contractors dominate their local markets. From marketing and sales to operations and M&A, Modern Contractor TV delivers actionable insights you can use today to grow and future-proof your business.

  1. Unlock 10X Leads in Any Neighborhood! | GlassHouse Tech Explained with Jimmy Speyer

    12/23/2025

    Unlock 10X Leads in Any Neighborhood! | GlassHouse Tech Explained with Jimmy Speyer

    Unlock the future of lead generation for home service contractors. In this episode of Modern Contractor TV, Teddy Slack sits down with Jimmy Spire, the mind behind GlassHouse — a groundbreaking technology that lets contractors digitally door knock neighborhoods where they’re working or want to work next.This isn’t your traditional postcard mailer or physical knocking. GlassHouse helps you tap into warm leads, target neighbors around active job sites, and create hyper-local awareness — all with the power of digital.If you're a roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, or home remodeling contractor… this is a MUST-WATCH conversation.What you’ll learn in this episode:What “Digital Door Knocking” really isHow GlassHouse helps contractors find warm, local leadsWhy this tech is a game changer for neighborhood dominationThe future of contractor marketingHow to reach customers before your competition doesIf you're serious about scaling your contracting business, this episode will blow your mind. Let’s dive in!Connect with our guest Jimmy Speyer on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jimmy-speyer-46681069#Contractors#HomeServiceBusiness#LeadGeneration#DigitalDoorKnocking#GlassHouse#ContractorMarketing#RoofingBusiness#HVACBusiness#ServiceContractors#ModernContractorTVInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/

    43 min
  2. AI, Automation & Scaling Secrets for Home Service Businesses | Josh Crouch & Tersh Blissett

    12/16/2025

    AI, Automation & Scaling Secrets for Home Service Businesses | Josh Crouch & Tersh Blissett

    In this episode of Modern Contractor TV, Teddy Slack sits down with two powerhouses in the home service industry, Josh Crouch and Tersh Blissett from the Home Service Business Mastery podcast.These guys have interviewed the biggest names in home services, scaled multiple companies, and are now diving deep into AI, automation, delegation, hiring, systems, and business growth.If you're a home service business owner, contractor, or entrepreneur…👉 THIS is the episode you cannot miss.What You’ll Learn:How AI is changing home service businessesAutomation tools that save time & moneyScaling strategies used by top service companiesDelegation and building a strong teamSystems & SOPs that keep your business growingThe future of home service operationsConnect with our guest Josh Crouch & Tersh Blissett on LinkedIn: Josh Crouch on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/josh-crouchTersh Blissett on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tershblissett#HomeServiceBusiness #ContractorTips #AIAutomation #BusinessGrowth #ModernContractorTV #HomeServicePodcast #ScalingBusiness #AutomationTools #AIForContractors #EntrepreneurshipInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/

    56 min
  3. You Need a Fractional CFO | How Contractors Go From 3% to 20% Profit

    12/10/2025

    You Need a Fractional CFO | How Contractors Go From 3% to 20% Profit

    Live Switch, Book a live demo!- https://join.liveswitch.com/tzjgnuk4v9wrIn this episode of Modern Contractor TV, Teddy Slack sits down with Paul Maskell, founder of Blue Collar Advisors and a leading Fractional CFO for home service businesses.Most contractors struggle with low profit margins — sometimes as low as 3%. Paul breaks down how he helps contractors scale to 20%+ net profit by building the right 3-person financial team:✅ Bookkeeper✅ Accountant✅ CFO (or Fractional CFO)You’ll learn:🔹 Why every contractor needs a CFO even if they can’t afford one full-time🔹 The biggest money mistakes home service business owners make🔹 How to get control of your cash flow🔹 Proven strategies to increase profit margins fast🔹 Real examples of contractors who scaled their revenue & profitabilityIf you’re a home service contractor who wants to grow, increase profit, and run a healthier business — you don’t want to miss this episode.Connect with our guest Paul Maskill on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill#ModernContractorTV #ContractorBusiness #HomeServiceBusiness #FractionalCFO #ContractorFinance #BlueCollarBusiness #SmallBusinessTips #BusinessProfit #CashFlowManagement #ContractorGrowthInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/

    55 min
  4. How to Buy a Home Service Business | Chris Barr’s ETA Playbook Explained!

    12/02/2025

    How to Buy a Home Service Business | Chris Barr’s ETA Playbook Explained!

    In this episode of Modern Contractor TV, Teddy Slack sits down with Chris Barr from KC Acquisitions to break down the REAL process behind Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) — especially in the home service contracting industry.If you’ve ever wondered:✔️ How do I find businesses for sale?✔️ Should I buy online, offline, or through brokers?✔️ How do I buy my competition?✔️ What does the ETA mindset look like?— then this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.Chris shares his journey as a self-funded searcher, how he evaluates deals, the importance of knowing your “buy box,” and what it really takes to acquire a home service business in today’s market.Whether you're a contractor wanting to expand, or an aspiring entrepreneur exploring business acquisition, this conversation will give you clear direction, strategies, and inspiration.Connect with our guest Chris Barr’s on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chrisbarr-re#EntrepreneurshipThroughAcquisition#ETA #HomeServiceBusiness#BusinessAcquisition #ContractorBusiness#BuyABusiness #SmallBusinessAcquisition#ModernContractorTV #ChrisBarr #KCacquisitions #BusinessPodcastInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/

    52 min
  5. How to Hire & Keep Rockstar Contractors (with Ryan Englin)

    11/25/2025

    How to Hire & Keep Rockstar Contractors (with Ryan Englin)

    Struggling to find and keep great employees in your contracting business? In this episode of Modern Contractor TV, host Teddy Slack sits down with Ryan Englin, founder of Core Matters — the hiring expert for home service contractors.Ryan shares powerful insights on how to attract top talent, build a strong company culture, and finally step out of the day-to-day chaos of running your business.If you’re tired of doing everything yourself and want a reliable team that works with you, not for you, this conversation is a must-watch.🎧 In this episode you’ll learn:How to hire the right people who fit your cultureProven systems to retain skilled workersSteps to free yourself from wearing all the hatsThe #1 mistake contractors make when hiringConnect with our guest Ryan Englin on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ryanenglin#ContractorTips #HiringContractors #HomeServiceBusiness #ConstructionBusiness #TeamBuilding #BusinessGrowth #CoreMatters #ModernContractorTV #RyanEnglin #TeddySlack #Entrepreneurship #leadershipdevelopment Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/

    50 min
  6. How to Sell Your Business or Property & Pay ZERO Capital Gains Tax | Deferred Sales Trust Explained

    11/21/2025

    How to Sell Your Business or Property & Pay ZERO Capital Gains Tax | Deferred Sales Trust Explained

    In this episode of Modern Contractor TV, host Teddy Slack sits down with Brett Schwartz from Capital Gains Tax Solutions to reveal a powerful wealth strategy that could save you millions in taxes when selling your business, real estate, or even crypto.Discover how a Deferred Sales Trust (DST) works — and how it can legally help you defer or eliminate capital gains taxes on major asset sales. Whether you’re a contractor, entrepreneur, or investor, this episode is packed with insights you can’t afford to miss.📌 What You’ll Learn:How to sell your business or property tax-freeWhat a Deferred Sales Trust (DST) is and how it worksLegal ways to defer or reduce capital gains taxesHow to get started and connect with Brett Schwartz🎧 Guest: Connect with our guest Brett Swarts on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts👉 Watch now to learn how you can sell smart and pay zero in capital gains tax!#BusinessSale #CapitalGainsTax #DeferredSalesTrust #RealEstateInvesting #TaxStrategy #ModernContractorTV #Entrepreneurship #WealthBuildingInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/

    46 min
  7. How Contractors Can Get More Homeowners Approved with Smarter Financing | Chris Scoville, improvifi

    11/11/2025

    How Contractors Can Get More Homeowners Approved with Smarter Financing | Chris Scoville, improvifi

    Live Switch, Book a live demo!- https://join.liveswitch.com/tzjgnuk4v9wr Are you a contractor tired of losing jobs because your homeowners can’t get approved for financing? In this episode, Teddy sits down with Chris Scoville, the mastermind behind Improvified, a company that’s changing the game for home improvement financing. Chris has built an all-in-one system that helps contractors offer flexible financing options to their customers — with better approval rates, lower fees, and less stress. From tech and call center support to training your sales team, he’s covered it all. If you run a home service or contracting business and want to close more high-ticket jobs by offering smarter financing, this episode is a must-watch! What You’ll Learn: How to get more homeowners approved for financing Why traditional banks fail contractors The all-in-one financing system that does it all How to increase your close rate using financing options #ContractorFinancing #HomeImprovementBusiness #Improvified #ContractorPodcast #HomeServiceBusiness #FinancingTips #SalesForContractors #ModernContractors #ContractorGrowth #BusinessFinancing Connect with Chris Scoville (Improvified): https://improvifi.com/ Connect with our guest Christopher Scoville on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cscoville Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/ Join my free Skool community and get access to my free course with over 6 hours of content on how to grow your business profitably. skool.com/modern-contractor-academy-7326/about?ref=478822732bdd4c

    1h 2m
  8. How to 10X Your Business Value Before Selling || Don’t Make This Mistake When Selling Your Business

    11/04/2025

    How to 10X Your Business Value Before Selling || Don’t Make This Mistake When Selling Your Business

    If you’ve ever wondered what your home service business is really worth — or how to increase that valuation before you sell — this episode is for you.💡 You’ll learn:Why most contractors sell their business for less than it’s worthThe exact steps to build your company’s value before sellingHow Brentwood Growth helps contractors with both consulting + brokerageWhat investors look for in high-value home service businessesWhether you’re planning to sell soon or just want to scale smarter, this conversation will change how you think about your business’s true worth.Connect with our guest John Bartlett on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johnlbartlett#BusinessGrowth #ContractorSuccess #HomeServiceBusiness #Entrepreneurship #MergersAndAcquisitions #ModernContractorTV #TeddySlack #BrentwoodGrowthInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/teddy_slack/LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddyslack/Join my free Skool community and get access to my free course with over 6 hours of content on how to grow your business profitably. skool.com/modern-contractor-academy-7326/about?ref=478822732bdd4c

    1h 5m
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Modern Contractor TV is a podcast and YouTube show for home service business owners who want to scale smarter, increase profits, and reduce owner dependency. Hosted by entrepreneur Teddy Slack, each episode features real-world strategies, expert interviews, and proven tools to help contractors dominate their local markets. From marketing and sales to operations and M&A, Modern Contractor TV delivers actionable insights you can use today to grow and future-proof your business.

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  • Creator
    Teddy Slack
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Teddy Slack
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    Modern Contractor TV