205 episodes

It's all about showing contractors for the last decade how to get the strategies and tools needed to get back time, control, and money.

The No Bullsh*t Podcast For Contractors Andrew Houston

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 14 Ratings

It's all about showing contractors for the last decade how to get the strategies and tools needed to get back time, control, and money.

    Top Financial Hacks Every Contractor Should Know Before Hiring - Ep #202

    Top Financial Hacks Every Contractor Should Know Before Hiring - Ep #202

    🎸 Today, it's all about financial hacks every contractor must know before hiring. 💼

    Whether you're a lone wolf or eyeing team expansion, we've got your back. 🐺

    Building a team is key to mitigating risks. We're diving into crucial financial considerations before you make that hiring decision. 💡 

    We're breaking down Lead Flow, Deal Flow, Workflow, and the ultimate goal—Profits and Cash Flow. 

    It's a streamlined sales process tailored to the financial aspect of hiring. 

    Tracking and forecasting growth are key to making hiring a smart move.

    Let's simplify the hiring process and ensure your success in the contracting world. 

    Tune in for a breakdown that gets straight to the point! 🚀💰



    Chapters:

    3:07 Hiring and financial planning for contractors

    7:21 Hiring and forecasting for business growth

    10:51 Delegating tasks for profit growth in contracting businesses

    14:07 Hiring an admin person to increase profit



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    • 19 min
    Killing the Time Vampires Once and For All - Before they SUCK all Your Time Up - Ep #201

    Killing the Time Vampires Once and For All - Before they SUCK all Your Time Up - Ep #201

    Ever felt the draining bite of time vampires in your daily grind? 

    We get it, and in our latest episode, we're unveiling these productivity suckers!

    Here are the notorious four you need to watch out for:


    The "Have you got a minute?" time vampire.


    Mr. or Mrs. Meeting Vampire.


    Mr. or Mrs. Trivia.


    The emotional crisis enthusiast.



    Don't let these creatures sabotage your plans!

     Whether they're suppliers, team members, or clients, it's time to set some rules.

    📅 Learn how to allocate specific time slots, take control of your schedule, and keep the time vampires at bay. 🧛‍♂️💪



    Chapters:

    1:09 Spotting and efficiently dealing with time-wasting individuals in a business setting

    5:15 Managing time and support for various groups

    7:31 Streamlining meetings and improving communication

    12:14 Problem-solving in meetings



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    • 16 min
    Protecting Your Contracting Business from the Housing Crisis - Ep #200

    Protecting Your Contracting Business from the Housing Crisis - Ep #200

    📊 Unlock the secrets of successful sales with this No BS Podcast episode! 

    🚀 Eager to survive and thrive in challenging times, especially in the shaky housing market? 

    🏠 Tune in as we share tactical strategies used by champion CEOs to navigate difficult times. 

    🤔 Discover the power of optimizing your sales process—measure, analyze, and transform your results! 💡 

    Don't fall into the lowest price war trap—learn the impactful truth about lowering your prices. 

    📈 Stay ahead, stay profitable—click and boost your contracting business now!

    Chapters:

    1:56 Optimizing sales processes in a declining housing market

    9:30 Pricing strategies for contractors. 

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    • 17 min
    The 3 Major Dangers of Growing Too Fast - Ep #199

    The 3 Major Dangers of Growing Too Fast - Ep #199

    🚀 Unlock the secret recipe to contractor success! 

    Join the journey from chaos to clarity in building a thriving contracting business. 🌪️ 

    Discover the pivotal moments that transformed the approach and learn how to avoid common pitfalls.

    👷‍♂️ Starting with a strong work ethic but lacking structure? 

    Learn from the experience in finding the right people and setting up systematic processes. 🚧

    🧠 A game-changing strategy is building a team smarter than you. 

    Clear roles, responsibilities, and rules for teams are important to succeed.

    Imagine the impact on your team's efficiency.

    🤝 Foster a positive team culture! 

    Systematize your hiring processes and critical business functions. 

    Leveraging technology and social media for a seamless talent acquisition process. 💻🤝

    How could you adapt these strategies for your business? 💻🤝

    Don't miss the podcast for a blueprint for your contracting success! 



    Chapters:

    0:00 Contracting business growth and potential pitfalls

    2:26 A contracting business success ladder with a recipe

    6:56 Improvement through time management and team building

    11:49 Profitability and cash flow management for contractors

    16:09 Contractor success levels and their corresponding priorities

    21:10 Systemizing a contracting business for growth and profit

    24:36 Scaling a contracting business from startup to stability

    29:37 Scaling a contracting business and increasing its value

    33:05 Growing a contracting business through strategy and planning



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    • 37 min
    How Todd went from JUST breaking even to $320,000 - Ep #198

    How Todd went from JUST breaking even to $320,000 - Ep #198

    🚀 Dive into Todd's inspiring journey as he shares the transformation of his contracting business from chaos to control! 

    In this engaging discussion, we tell you how he opens up about the challenges he faced – long hours, wearing multiple hats, and struggling to find the right team members.

    💼 Despite the strong work ethic and principles, Todd realized the missing pieces: systems and structure. 

    His story resonates with many contractors who find themselves overwhelmed, constantly juggling tasks without a clear roadmap. 

    If you've ever felt the weight of wearing too many hats, you're not alone!

    🏗️ Discover the four key strategies Todd implemented to turn his business around.



    Chapters:

    0:00 Systematizing hiring process with technology

    1:21 Challenges in contracting businesses and implementing systems for success

    5:17 Shifting mindset and improving business financials

    8:56 Creating a successful business culture

    12:37 Systematizing a contracting business for growth



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    Full episode available to listen to on:

    📌 Apple Podcast

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    📌 Spotify:

    https://anchor.fm/profitforcontractors

    • 16 min
    Mastering the Cash Flow Maze as a Contractor - Ep #197

    Mastering the Cash Flow Maze as a Contractor - Ep #197

    🛠️ Struggling in the construction industry? 

    Join Mike as he shares his journey, battling against fierce competition and bidding chaos. 

    He opens up about the stress of being seen as just the "price check" in the industry and the challenges of getting his team on board with a new approach.

    💰 Mike dives into the harsh reality of cash flow issues, revealing the emotional toll it takes on family life. 

    He discusses the fear of losing his business and the sacrifices made to keep it afloat.

    🔧 Learn from Mike's transformation! Discover the strategies he employed to turn his business around, tackle cash flow woes, and achieve a 25% net profit. 

    👷‍♂️ Whether you're a contractor or business owner, gain valuable perspectives and real-talk insights on the No Bullsh*t Podcast For Contractors. 



    Chapters:

    0:00 Cash flow and profitability challenges in an electrical contracting business

    5:44 Entrepreneurship and family life

    10:09 Business growth and cash flow management

    14:37 Financial management in the construction industry

    17:48 Pricing, cash flow, and accounts receivable management

    22:39 Improving business operations and team morale

    26:43 Managing a family-driven business with cash flow issues

    29:08 Managing a construction business during financial difficulties

    33:38 Overcoming business challenges as a Champion CEO

    37:32 Personal growth and business success through POC program

    40:41 Business growth and identity shifts

    45:09 Overcoming challenges in contracting businesses



    Connect with us:

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    Full episode available to listen to on:

    📌 Apple Podcast

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    📌 Spotify:

    https://anchor.fm/profitforcontractors

    • 50 min

Customer Reviews

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14 Ratings

14 Ratings

JOB HOME SERVICES ,

Contractor Knowledge

I’ve never personally met Andrew, but i started listening to him for a few weeks now and has been nothing short than amazing. Great intellect and common sense thinking to every day activities for contractors

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