On Site

Brandon Fuchs

Welcome to ON SITE—the weekly contractor check-in powered by the Elite Builder Society. Hosted by the #1 contractor coach in North America, this podcast brings real stories, real strategies, and real conversations straight from the job site to your ears. Each week, we sit down with top educators, service providers, and working contractors to unpack the tools, tactics, and lessons that are shaping the construction industry today. From project wins to problem-solving, AI tools to team dynamics, this is where builders come to stay sharp and stay connected. Whether you’re already part of the Elite Builder Society or just tuning in to level up, ON SITE is your go-to space to hear what’s working in the field and how to apply it to your own business. No b******t. No gimmicks. Just valuable insight you can use right now.

  1. Sean Naylor: Three Generations of Drywall and One Game-Changing Product

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    Sean Naylor: Three Generations of Drywall and One Game-Changing Product

    The Onsite Podcast host interviews Ontario drywall finisher Sean Naylor of The Mudder’s Touch Ltd, a third-generation drywaller with 27 years’ experience who also makes content for tool and product brands. The main discussion centers on Mud Pro, a mineral-based drywall mud additive invented in the U.S. that Sean says allows wet-on-wet applications through multiple coats, delivers about 50% less shrinkage, can be reactivated with water for polishing, and can reduce sanding for level 5 finishing while drying similarly to traditional mud but curing harder. Sean explains how it can cut scheduling inefficiencies by enabling taping through additional coats in one sitting, and he offers samples and demos via his website and social channels. He also mentions Mud Pro’s Optimal product (paint-ready without priming), Comy Trowels, CanAm Tools, and encourages networking and joining the Elite Builders Society community. Chapters 00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:19 Meet Sean Naylor 01:50 Three Generation Drywall Life 02:37 Music And Studio Side 03:06 Family And Trade Legacy 06:13 Branding And Sponsors 06:26 Mud Pro Additive Intro 08:32 How It Works Wet On Wet 10:23 Where To Get Samples 12:30 Pricing And Packaging 13:23 Why Drywall Takes So Long 14:53 Dry Time Strength And Reactivation 16:27 Second Coat Results 17:47 Scheduling Jobs Faster 19:45 Pricing The Additive 20:44 Efficiency Not Robots 21:21 More Drywall Products 23:42 Find Sean Online 24:39 Sean Family Life 27:33 Networking And Mindset 31:38 Join The Community 33:07 Final Wrap And Share Connect with Sean Naylor: Website - https://www.themudderstouchltd.org/home Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheMuddersTouchltd Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/themudderstouchltd/ Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    30 phút
  2. Philip Sessions: JobTread Implementation and Virtual Assistants for Contractors

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    Philip Sessions: JobTread Implementation and Virtual Assistants for Contractors

    Episode 44 of the Onsite Podcast features Philip Sessions of Refined VA, who discusses helping contractors implement and support JobTread through account setup, templates, catalogs, estimating, QuickBooks mapping, ongoing internal support, and virtual assistant placements. Philip shares his background (from Houston to Greenville, married with two young daughters), faith, and the challenges of juggling a booming business with family responsibilities, emphasizing “harmony” over balance and avoiding hustle culture that harms relationships. The conversation highlights contractors’ common bottleneck—getting accurate estimates out quickly—and how Refined VA meets clients where they are by producing immediate estimates, then building repeatable templates and cost catalogs (using a contractor named Kevin as an example). Brandon also promotes JobTread, Refined VA, and his Elite Builder Society community. Chapters 00:00 Podcast Kickoff 01:39 Meet Philip Sessions 02:46 Fatherhood And Faith 04:32 Business Family Harmony 08:13 Finding Your Tribe 10:45 What Refined VA Does 13:41 Why JobTread Wins 16:43 Fixing Estimating Chaos 18:28 Templates And Cost Catalogs 21:17 Kevin Case Study Growth 24:29 Sales Framework Collaboration 25:10 Hockey Lessons for Closing 26:29 Tools or Get Left Behind 27:08 Philip’s Why and Mission 29:39 North America Market Reality 32:00 Ego and Failure Stats 33:49 Scarcity Mindset and Niching 36:44 Kids on Camera and Being Real 39:35 Community Plug and Connection 42:36 Wrap Up and Call to Share Connect with Philip Sessions - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/ Website: https://www.refinedva.com/ Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    39 phút
  3. Doug Mitchell: How to Hire a Virtual Professional for Your Business

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    Doug Mitchell: How to Hire a Virtual Professional for Your Business

    Onsite Podcast episode 43 features returning guest Doug Mitchell discussing his move to HireVP, a virtual professional placement agency focused on proactive support, systems, and SOP development for contractors. Doug shares his background running a 13-year door-to-door sales organization and hiring his first VA, Nica, nearly five years ago, emphasizing that many VA failures stem from undocumented systems and unclear expectations. He explains HireVP’s approach of placing role-specific “virtual professionals” (often project coordinators) who help project managers with CRM updates, client touchpoints, and accountability across project tasks, and gives a method for building custom SOPs using recorded conversations, transcripts, and ChatGPT follow-up questions. Doug outlines HireVP’s process, $1,997 upfront recruiting/onboarding fee, monthly pricing ($2,100–$2,400) including pay and benefits, a Philippines-enforceable exclusivity contract, two replacements per year, 90-day agreement then month-to-month, and retention metrics. Chapters 00:00 Podcast Intro and Guest 01:39 Doug’s VA Origin Story 03:15 Why VA Setups Fail 05:22 Virtual Professionals Explained 07:35 Project Coordinator Role 10:50 Build SOPs With Voice 13:36 ChatGPT to Refine SOPs 15:44 Turnkey SOP Deliverables 21:10 Transformation and Next Steps 23:11 Pricing and Recruiting Process 25:00 Screening and Onboarding Flow 27:37 Monthly Fees and Protections 29:01 Pricing and Replacements 29:17 Retention Rate Breakdown 30:07 Philippines VA vs US 31:20 Why Dedicated VAs Win 35:38 Purpose and Culture Fit 37:11 Nica Story and Systems 41:00 Owner Trap Fixing Problems 41:52 How to Hire a VP 43:11 Podcast Reach and Growth 47:13 Closing Remarks Connect with Doug Mitchell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/txbizdad/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/txbizdad/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/txbizdad/ Book a Discovery Call with Doug Mitchell:  https://link.hirevp.us/widget/bookings/hirevp-discovery-call-with-doug Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    40 phút
  4. Brendon Ratos: Google Ads for Contractors, What Actually Works

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    Brendon Ratos: Google Ads for Contractors, What Actually Works

    In episode 42 of the Onsite Podcast, Brandon talks with Brendon from Nano Boost Digital, an Elite Builders Society educator, about running effective ad strategies for contractors using Google Ads and integrating Meta where appropriate. Brendon shares his background (Toronto, biotech schooling, experience at Google Ads and agencies) and emphasizes simplifying digital marketing, fair pricing, and removing the “black box,” noting ads only work when the website and sales process convert. They discuss how ads track the economy, rising costs and competition (especially in renovation markets), the need for multi-channel marketing, and AI’s growing impact. Brandon calls two contractors using Brendon’s services: Tom, an Ontario-area electrician, credits Google ads for scaling from four to six staff and generating strong ROI, while Fraser of Black Belt Contracting in Vancouver describes slow initial results but later receiving large renovation leads, reinforcing that Google Ads is a long-term game. Chapters 00:00 Podcast Kickoff 01:09 Ads vs Sales Foundations 02:10 Brendon Background 04:27 Why Paid Leads Matter 05:31 Marketing Trends 2026 10:04 Tom Case Study 12:54 Calling Tom Live 15:01 Tom Results Breakdown 17:06 Ontario War Zone Ads 18:37 Fraser Campaign Update 20:14 Google Ads Long Game 21:19 Calling Fraser Live 23:02 Fraser Results Big Leads 26:15 Why Early Months Feel Slow 26:59 Google Intent vs Social 28:45 Website Trust Builders Matter 29:58 Finding the Right Partner 32:27 Where to Find Brendon 35:17 Free Consult and Requirements 37:32 Wrap Up and Join EBS Connect with Brandon Ratos Website: https://nanoboostdigital.com/ Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    32 phút
  5. Matt Cox: The Rise of Residential Assisted Living

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    Matt Cox: The Rise of Residential Assisted Living

    On this episode, the host interviews Matt, an Arizona-based licensed general contractor and owner of Nimble LLC, about his focus on residential assisted living and residential multifamily projects. Matt explains the HUD-defined multifamily concept, the residential vs. commercial distinction in assisted living (with 10 residents as the legal residential limit and 11+ rooms considered commercial), and why residential models can offer more personal “white glove” care. He discusses educating investors and homeowners on using loans (including FHA) and creative additions to existing homes, the importance of involving contractors before purchasing properties to avoid issues like unpermitted additions, and typical revenue potential per resident (around $7,000+ per month, higher in luxury markets). Matt shares a current 1,700 sq. ft. assisted living addition project delayed by permitting and flood-zone requirements, notes his family support, and mentions his background as a materials engineer before construction. He can be reached via Instagram @nimmbol and nimmbol.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Meet Matt From Arizona 01:16 What He Builds Now 01:53 Multifamily Explained 03:04 Residential Vs Commercial 04:45 Layout And Capacity 06:10 Starting Small No License 07:10 Realtors As Gatekeepers 08:59 Podcast Sponsor Break 09:51 Investor Returns Breakdown 13:01 Finding Residents And Groups 13:45 Why This Matters Personally 16:07 Support Systems And Boundaries 18:25 Filtering Clients And Marketing 21:52 Share The Show Break 22:04 Current Projects And Permits 25:22 How To Reach Matt 26:33 From Intel To Construction 29:02 Wrap Up And Call To Action 00:00 Residential Care Advantage 00:59 Matt’s Background and Focus 01:52 Multifamily Explained 03:04 Residential vs Commercial Care 05:28 Capacity and Licensing Basics 07:10 Realtors and Due Diligence 08:59 Elite Builder Society Ad 09:51 Investor Returns Breakdown 13:01 Placement Groups and ALA 13:45 Why This Work Matters 15:49 Family Support and Boundaries 18:25 Marketing and Client Filtering 22:04 Permits and Project Details 25:22 How to Contact Matt 26:33 From Intel to Construction 29:02 Final Thanks and Wrap Up Connect with Matt Cox: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nimmbol Website - https://nimmbol.com/ Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    30 phút
  6. Amon Werthman: Rebranding and Resilience of Golden Bexar Cabinets

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    Amon Werthman: Rebranding and Resilience of Golden Bexar Cabinets

    In episode 40 of the Onsite Podcast, Brandon interviews his friend Amon of San Antonio’s Golden Bexar Cabinets (formerly Cabinets and Granite Creations) about buying out a partner, rebranding around a more luxury, cohesive identity, and launching goldenbexar.com.  Amon discusses concerns about leaving strong prior SEO, positive client reception, and how his wife Kristen led the brand aesthetic. He shares family milestones including 25 years of marriage celebrated with a vow renewal in Mexico and a daughter’s engagement, while also onboarding JobTread and attending JobTread Connect. Amon explains his RTA, all-wood cabinetry model with soft-close hardware, fast turnaround (often two weeks for cabinets, countertops, and backsplash), consistent quality, easy replacement parts, and reduced shipping damage, plus ambitions to expand shipping cabinets nationwide, citing successful orders to North Carolina and Hawaii. He recounts setbacks in 2017 involving an unpaid builder and a flooring install disaster, and both discuss trust issues with employees and building systems. The episode ends with a plug for Elite Builder Society at ebsworks.com. Chapters 00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:15 Meet Amon Werthman 01:24 Golden Bexar Rebrand 04:40 SEO Transition Fears 07:20 Family First Mindset 10:15 25 Year Vow Renewal 13:19 Vision And RTA Model 15:10 Shipping Nationwide Dream 17:37 RTA Quality And Speed 18:25 Custom Cabinet Pain Points 20:36 Easy Repairs And Consistency 22:04 Flatpack Future Cabinets 23:36 Not Your Ikea RTA 24:20 Shipping Damage Lessons 25:00 Contractor Value Options 26:17 Builder Service Models 27:09 Tariffs And Outreach 28:05 Hard Times Story 31:57 Trust Betrayal Lesson 35:11 Building Systems Trust 40:19 Coaching And Client Care 44:29 Wrap Up Connect with Amon Werthman: Website - https://goldenbexar.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/golden_bexar/ Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    40 phút
  7. Contractor Control Part 8: Take Control or Stay Stuck

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    Contractor Control Part 8: Take Control or Stay Stuck

    In this episode of the Onsite podcast, the host recaps the eight-part “Contractor Control” journey, emphasizing that contractors are ultimately in control of every decision and outcome in their business. The main recurring issue for stuck contractors is lack of action, often driven by ego, ignorance, and unwillingness to change. He encourages diagnosing problems as either systems or people issues, building and updating systems, and making confident, data-informed decisions instead of avoiding hard conversations (e.g., unread texts/emails). The key shift is awareness paired with decisive action; staying the same is framed as a disservice to one’s family and a path to failure. He contrasts contractors who invest in themselves, coaching, and direction versus those who repeat old habits, and closes by promoting the $49/month Elite Builders Society community and upcoming guest episodes. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Onsite 00:14 Series Eight Overview 00:46 Contractor Control Mindset 02:04 Common Thread Action 03:49 Systems vs People Problems 06:46 Awareness and Decisions 09:31 Why People Don’t Change 10:41 Cost of Staying Same 12:32 Breakthrough Contractors 14:24 One Thing to Remember 16:30 Final Challenge Reflection 20:42 Closing and Next Guests 22:42 Outro and Community Plug Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    18 phút
  8. Contractor Control Part 7: Why Jobs Get Stressful After They Start

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    Contractor Control Part 7: Why Jobs Get Stressful After They Start

    Episode seven of the Onsite Podcast’s eight-part series focuses on why jobs feel smooth in sales but become stressful once construction starts. The host argues most breakdowns stem from weak discovery, unclear scope, and poor communication, leading to misaligned expectations and loss of control after deposits and early draws. Core themes: ask better qualifying questions, take ownership instead of blaming clients, implement structured systems (schedules, clear contracts, detailed scopes, construction management software like JobTread), document meetings with AI tools, maintain the client pulse throughout delivery, and treat repeated stress as data for improvement. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Onsite Podcast + What This Episode Covers 01:22 Why Projects Feel Smooth in Sales but Stressful Once Work Starts 02:39 The Hidden Gap: Where Control Breaks Down After the First Payments 04:10 Control After the Signature: Scope Clarity, Contracts & Communication 07:55 What Strong Contractors Do Differently (Software, VAs, Documentation) 11:31 Why Delivery Impacts Referrals (The Hockey ‘Puck on Your Stick’ Analogy) 14:06 The Emotional Cost of Losing Control on Jobs 16:03 Reassurance: Turning Stressful Jobs into Data for Improvement 18:03 Bigger Picture: Project Delivery = Long-Term Control & Compounding Wins 19:10 Tease Episode 8 + Take Action, Get Support, and Final Wrap Connect with Brandon FuchsInstagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoachJoin the Elite Builder SocietyWebsite: https://ebsworks.com/

    20 phút
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Welcome to ON SITE—the weekly contractor check-in powered by the Elite Builder Society. Hosted by the #1 contractor coach in North America, this podcast brings real stories, real strategies, and real conversations straight from the job site to your ears. Each week, we sit down with top educators, service providers, and working contractors to unpack the tools, tactics, and lessons that are shaping the construction industry today. From project wins to problem-solving, AI tools to team dynamics, this is where builders come to stay sharp and stay connected. Whether you’re already part of the Elite Builder Society or just tuning in to level up, ON SITE is your go-to space to hear what’s working in the field and how to apply it to your own business. No b******t. No gimmicks. Just valuable insight you can use right now.