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Professional Builders Secrets Association of Professional Builders
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Brought to you by the Association of Professional Builders (APB), the Professional Builders Secrets podcast is the #1 resource for builders operating a professional building company.
Discover how you can generate more leads, sign more contracts and increase your margins while delivering a better experience for your clients.
We interview professional builders across 5 countries, host industry authorities as special guests and break down proven strategies with the coaching team at the Association of Professional Builders.
Enjoy new episodes every week.
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130. Starting Something New With Lane O'Brien
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Lane O'Brien, Co-Owner of O’Brien Contracting Ltd. based out of British Columbia, Canada. In this episode, Lane gets into his building niche, Net-Zero homes, and uncovers why they're a pivotal step forward in today’s housing market.
This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0
INSIDE EPISODE 130 YOU WILL DISCOVER
Why investing in your niche is so beneficial
The consumer benefits of Net-Zero housing
The best way to establish expertise in your building niche
How to best market your niche
And much, much more.
ABOUT LANE O'BRIEN
Lane is a Net-Zero trained builder, with a background as a Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter. After years of working under other construction companies, Lane grew frustrated with how much waste was involved in the majority of building companies; and so, he decided to start his own company and be the change!
Connect with Lane: linkedin.com/in/lane-o-brien-456b7aa5/
TIMELINE
1:34 A bit about Net-Zero homes
6:08 The benefits of Net-Zero homes for consumers
17:13 How Lane cemented himself as an expert
18:57 Challenges in the sustainable housing market
24:17 How Lane got involved with APB
33:36 Areas embracing Net-Zero housing
38:06 Software Lane uses in his building company
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
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129. Using AI In Your Building Company With Russ Stephens
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. In the episode, Russ delves into how builders can harness the power of artificial intelligence to maximise efficiency in their building company.
INSIDE EPISODE 129 YOU WILL DISCOVER
The place AI has in your building company
How AI is impacting the industry
The best way builders can utilise AI
The most common mistakes builders make with AI
And much, much more.
ABOUT RUSS STEPHENS
Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, Russ is a data analysis expert who has introduced data-driven decision making to the residential construction industry. Russ is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council.
Connect with Russ: linkedin.com/in/russstephens
TIMELINE
0:48 Why we're investing in AI
3:23 How builders are adopting AI
6:26 How AI is impacting the building industry
19:53 How to successfully integrate AI in your business
38:54 What's next?
40:32 Our biggest AI insights
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
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128. Getting More From Your Accountant With Josh Hallam & Sam Falanga
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Josh Hallam and Sam Falanga from Falanga & Co., an accounting firm based in Australia. In this episode, Josh and Sam get into the biggest pain points builders have when consulting with accountants, how to alleviate them, and most importantly, how to get the most out of your accountant.
INSIDE EPISODE 128 YOU WILL DISCOVER
The importance of an accountant who understands your business
How builders differ from regular businesses
What to look for in an accountant
How builders should manage their cash flow
ABOUT SAMUEL FALANGA
Driven by a strong desire to help people build successful businesses, Sam established his own practice in 2011. Since founding Falanga & Co, Sam has built a highly capable team of business coaches, and has established the firm’s reputation as a trusted and effective partner for success across multiple industries.
Connect with Sam: linkedin.com/in/samuel-falanga-7939a265/
ABOUT JOSH HALLAM
Bringing over a decade of senior executive experience to Falanga & Co, Josh is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the firm’s operations. From the development and implementation of strategic plans, to ensuring the firm is meeting its financial and operational objectives, Josh plays a pivotal role in the strategic direction of the firm.
Connect with Josh: linkedin.com/in/josh-hallam-6904711b/
TIMELINE
0:41 A bit about Falanga & Co.
3:35 Biggest accounting pain points for builders
8:00 How builders can manage their cash flow
12:05 Addressing common misconceptions about accountants
15:05 Falanga & Co.'s proactive approach
20:37 Changes throughout 2024 and beyond
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
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127. The Value Of Apprentices With Tom Coy
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Tom Coy, Owner of Coy’s Constructions based out of Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Tom gets into the common misconceptions surrounding apprentices, the systems you can use to effectively train them, and how to set them up for success in the building industry.
INSIDE EPISODE 127 YOU WILL DISCOVER
Why you should take on apprentices
How to cater to different people's learning styles
The best way to retain apprentices once they’re qualified
Why open communication is essential
And much, much more.
ABOUT TOM COY
Tom Coy is the founder and director of Coy’s Constructions, Custom New Home and Renovation Specialists. Coy’s Constructions is a highly skilled building company delivering exceptional quality custom homes in the Yarra Valley and outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Connect with Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-coy-96454a280/
TIMELINE
1:10 Addressing the myths about apprentices
3:44 How to show an apprentice the path forward
9:23 The systems and processes to train an apprentice
18:12 Retention strategies
20:36 The biggest challenges with apprentices
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders -
126. The SORCI 2024 Report Insights With Russ, Sky & Andy
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky Kolade, along with APB’s Head Coach, Andy Skarda. In this episode, the trio discuss the SORCI (State of the Residential Construction Industry) report for 2024, which gives insights into the trends and challenges faced by the building industry.
This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0
INSIDE EPISODE 126 YOU WILL DISCOVER
The SORCI reports importance for builders looking to stay ahead of the curve
The extensive research process that goes into making the SORCI report
Key areas builders need to focus on throughout 2024
How to use the SORCI report as a business assessment tool
And much, much more.
ABOUT RUSS STEPHENS
Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, Russ is a data analysis expert who has introduced data-driven decision making to the residential construction industry. Russ is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council.
Connect with Russ: linkedin.com/in/russstephens
ABOUT SKY KOLADE
Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, Sky specialises in taking complex business strategies and converting them into actionable step-by-step guides for building company owners. Sky is also a proud member of The National Association of Women in Construction and the Top 100 Women in the broader construction sector.
Connect with Sky: linkedin.com/in/skycheristephens
ABOUT ANDY SKARDA
Head Coach at the Association of Professional Builders, Andy specialises in helping business owners in the building industry identify and implement the skills and systems they need to be successful, without needing to go back to school. Or more importantly, without going bust.
Connect with Andy: linkedin.com/in/andy-skarda-92a6875/
TIMELINE
1:35 What SORCI is and why it's essential for builders
17:08 The process of SORCI's data collection
26:39 The SORCI 2024 insights
36:12 SORCI sales insights
41:00 Trends for 2024 and beyond
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders -
125. The IBS 2024 Recap With Russ Stephens
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. In the episode, Russ delves into the International Builders Show, what APB got up to at the show, and why builders need to take the time to attend.
INSIDE EPISODE 125 YOU WILL DISCOVER
The opportunities for builders at NAHB IBS
An overview of IBS
What APB delivers at IBS
The impact IBS can have on your building company
And much, much more.
ABOUT RUSS STEPHENS
Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, Russ is a data analysis expert who has introduced data-driven decision making to the residential construction industry. Russ is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council.
Connect with Russ: linkedin.com/in/russstephens
TIMELINE
1:09 What is IBS and why do builders attend?
5:15 Why do we participate in IBS?
10:50 What APB offers at IBS
18:40 Networking with APB partners
25:02 What it's like to speak at IBS
28:43 IBS highlights & the benefits of build shows
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders
Customer Reviews
Excellent Content! Looking forward to the new episodes
This podcast has great dialogue that would benefit anyone navigating the mysteries of a small to medium size startup. There are little nuggets throughout each episode and I would recommend this for not only my builder friends but any entrepreneur. Well done!
Great for testimonials for APB, weak on content.
As a custom home builder I follow and have been listening to several podcasts from different coaching organizations and builder focused podcasts. I’ve listened to nearly a dozen or so episodes now and most are just long form testimonials for APB. That’s great idea for the last few minutes of an episode but not the majority. As a builder I’ve learned a lot from podcasts, Matt Risinger, and many others and had high hopes for this podcast. In the last few months I met with coaches from several organizations and nearly signed up for APB but started listening to their podcasts first in the hope of getting a glimpse of what to expect. I’ve listened to multiple podcasts over the past few months and mostly what I’ve heard is what I felt were long form commercials as opposed to meaty content. Because of that I was concerned that if I signed up for their $3500 coaching course that it would end up being just a commercial filled course for their $36,000 a year plan. In the end I signed up with an individual coach elsewhere with a meaty podcast and that has been a good move for me. I still subscribe and follow APB and hope to catch a good content filled episode but more than half of the time I don’t finish the episode. My advice to APB. Reduce the sales pitch on these episodes and stick to rich content. The content is your sales pitch. By doing that it would reinforce to a potential client that if the podcasts that are free to listen to are this good then the paid coaching service offered would be that much better and an easy sell.
A refreshing new resource for builders!
This series where actual builders are discussing their experiences helps us realize that we can succeed as well.