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Episodes

Contractor Evolution | Driving Alignment: The Power of Performance Pay

Episode 27    

Shane Bannerman, one of the incredible Breakthrough Academy coaches, explains how to set up performance pay for the archetypal roles most contracting businesses have: production managers, field staff, salespeople, and administrators.

Contractor Evolution | Why Some Family Businesses Succeed And Others Fail

Episode 26    

85% of businesses globally are family run. What makes running a family company more challenging? Is it worth it?

Contractor Evolution | What’s Your Business REALLY Worth?

Episode 25    

How much of YOU does your business need? This is an important question to reflect on because a business that can’t thrive without you just isn’t worth that much. Our guest on the show today is John Warrillow, best-selling business author of Built To Sell, The Automatic Customer, and The Art Of Selling Your Business.

Contractor Evolution | A Tech Founder's 4 Lessons for Contractors

Episode 24    

Tech CEO’s 4 Business Lessons for Contractors

Contractor Evolution | Which Fire Should I Put Out Next?

Episode 23    

Some problems are more important than others. But knowing which fire to put out now and which one to let burn a little longer, isn’t always that obvious. To learn how best-selling Author Mike Michalowicz does it check out this week's episode of Contractor Evolution.

Contractor Evolution | James Williams' Near-Death Experience

Episode 22    

Some much-needed perspective. Family > Business. Our very own BTA Member, Brady Williams of Ox Glass, went through one of the most terrifying and harrowing experiences you will ever hear about.

Contractor Evolution | Does Open Book Management Really Work?

Episode 21    

Open Book Management shares the financial picture of a business with employees, promoting transparency and accountability. It can be successful with proper training and commitment from all team members.

Contractor Evolution | How To Create A Vivid Vision For Your Company

Episode 20    

Do you ever feel misunderstood by employees, partners, vendors, and stakeholders when discussing the future—the vision, the strategy?

Contractor Evolution | How to Implement a CRM Without Giving Yourself a Migraine

Episode 19    

Contractors often experience "tech overwhelm" after implementing their first CRM or Project Management tool. Ben Hodson, Co-Founder and CEO of JobNimbus, shares his tips on implementing technology headache-free. The episode covers the difference between contractors struggling with new systems, using an "I.C.E." decision-making matrix, avoiding employee pushback, identifying business problems, preparing for disruption, and lessons learned from serial CEO Ben Hodson.

Contractor Evolution | How To Build A Strong Employer Brand

Episode 18    

The labor shortage is causing smart contractors to invest in their employer brands to ensure their business is the best choice for potential employees. Andrew Hansen, founder and CEO of Site Partners, explains how packaging and communication of a place of work are crucial in today's competitive market.

Contractor Evolution | 6 Revenue Driving Videos Every Contractor Needs

Episode 17    

Marcus Sheridan co-authored The Visual Sale, a book on how to use video content effectively. With two out of every three adults using video as their primary information source, 96% of consumers look for videos before buying products or services. The book covers word-for-word chat GPT prompts, core video requirements for modern contractors, and whether hiring an agency or freelancer is better.

Contractor Evolution | 7 Archetypes Of Effective Project Managers

Episode 16    

Kyle Nitchen, a senior project manager at Layton Construction, discusses the challenges of project management in the construction industry, the limitations of modern tools like Gantt charts and critical paths, and the 7 archetypes of effective project managers. He also shares insights on the importance of leadership project management in today's construction environment.

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