The Cash Flow Contractor
Each episode, Khalil and Martin will discuss different topics, strategies, and quick wins that can transform your business. We’ll also talk to with industry leaders from all different areas of contracting to discuss what it takes to become a Cash Flow Contractor. Listen, subscribe, and download free educational resources linked in the show notes.
081 - Marketing Metrics That Matter
Are you working smarter or harder? Measuring the outcome of your work is arguably just as important as doing the work itself. Knowing when to focus on one task versus the other and which task produces the best outcome is crucial to your business’ success. Listen today as we go over how to create reflection points in order to measure your work and revenue to know which projects help your company the most and which are just a complete waste of time.
080 - Taking Marketing Seriously
The word “marketing” is thrown around all the time – but what’s actually considered good marketing and is it really necessary? Marketing can have a lot of different meanings and factors to consider but don’t be overwhelmed. In this episode, we’ve got you covered with a quick marketing 101 session! Listen to learn how marketing and sales intertwine and why no business can truly flourish without them!
079 - Labor of Law With Tom Robertson
We sat down with employment and labor law attorney, Tom Robertson, to discuss just what exactly you need, as an employer, to make sure your business is protected. From 1099s to W2s, from HR handbook must-haves, to exempt vs non-exempt employees – this episode will be the answer to your inquisitive prayers. Listen now to learn how to prevent future hardships and unnecessary dollars spent in your business by making sure the decisions you make as an employer are the right ones.
078 - Hiring Post-COVID
You would think it would be easy to find good help now, right? But as you know… it’s just not that easy right now. With employers only able to fill every 1 out of 15 open positions in their companies and unemployment offering more money than most hourly wages for unskilled labor – how can we begin hiring again?
077 - The Power of Content
Yes, you need it. It can be video, articles, an updated website, images, or phone calls. It doesn’t have to be all of that, but in order to set yourself apart from your competition, it is essential to have a few content streams. If you’re sitting in a position with your business where you know you need to start, listen to this episode to learn exactly how to do so.
076 - Managing Customer Expectations
Do you have clients that are dissatisfied no matter what you do? We have the perfect solution: an expectation document. This document outlines what your customers can expect from you and what you can expect from them. Listen today to learn how to master your communication skills, avoid overpromising, and leave your clients feeling 100% thrilled with your work!
075 - The Profit First Master with Rob Williams
We sat down with mastery certified profit first strategist, Rob Williams, to break down what exactly it means to be “PROFIT FIRST.” One of only 400 mastery certified PF strategists in the country, Rob shines a light on how to uncomplicate and begin transitioning your business into a profit first model. Listen now to make a change in your business that will ensure you’ll never look back.
074 - Be Lean, Be Seen: “2 Second Lean”
Learn how to find something that saves you two seconds every day for the rest of your life. Join us for a review of the book “2 Seconds Lean” by Paul Akers where he teaches us how to cut out two seconds of waste every day to better yourself and your business through eight easy steps. Learn about building a lean culture and becoming more efficient with your time by eliminating wasted time and overprocessing!
073 - Learn By Doing
Have you ever learned something priceless from a hobby or interest and applied it to your business? Today, we’re talking about doing just that. Well, technically, we’re talking about cross-domain functional roles. Taking fundamental skills from one role or interest and applying them to another role or interest. Listen to our new short episode to hear just exactly how generalists triumph in a specialized world.
072 - The One Thing
There are three steps to success: accept, decide, and act. Today, we're talking about the second step — decide. We'll show you how to use the 80/20 rule to pick one thing to focus on that will have the greatest impact on your business (and maybe your life).
071 - Surprise!
“May you lead an interesting life” – a quote that was once regarded as a Chinese curse is now a motivational proverb for the adventures of navigating life… until you replace “life” with “business.” In this short episode, we’re talking about the interesting surprises you can be given as a business owner. Listen now to hear how opening the door for surprises creates the potential for landmines, unexpected opportunities, or unexpected roadblocks in your company.
070 - When You Know They Need To Go
You know when an employee is unmotivated or not performing, but you keep putting off firing them. Why? Because you're worried about making the wrong decision. In this episode, we'll talk about signs that they need to go so you can fire with confidence.
069 - Small Signals
We’re talking about small signals today. The small little acts that can help you build a culture at your company where people feel safe, where people feel connected, and where they feel like they belong. Listen to this short episode to learn how to not only apply these small yet impactful changes to your company but in your personal relationships as well.
068 - It’s All According to Plan with John pollock
We sat down with the founder of financial gravity, John Pollock. He’s a financial planner by trade and an entrepreneur by birth. John joins us to break down “complex” tax code, the real necessity of a good accountant, and the hidden truths we all should be aware of when running a small business. If you’re intimidated by terminology and areas outside of your core competency, listen to this interview to learn how to get ahead of the unknown in your business and plan accordingly by applying the real facts and numbers.
067 - Small Things
We’re talking about the things we all forget about. The things we all consider “not big enough problems.” And the things we believe aren’t bothering anything else in our business. WRONG. The small things going wrong or causing frustrations in your day-to-day are the root of the bigger problems. Listen to our short episode to stop letting your money go down the drain.
066 - Making Small Business Magic with Mike Michalowicz
Are you a small business owner looking for a how-to book to grow your start-up? Odds are, you’ll end up reading one of our guest’s, Mike Michaelowicz’s, business books. Mike is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur that specializes in guidance and empowerment for small businesses owners. If you’re finding yourself overwhelmed by your business, listen to this episode for business fundamentals that will be a constant in the future of your company.
065 - Partner or Not to Partner
Partner or no partner? Today we decide if the risk is worth the reward in sharing the responsibilities, earnings, and title. If you’re thinking about bringing someone on board to become a 50/50 partner, listen to this episode to learn if you’re doing so for the right reasons and for the long-term success of your business.
064 - The Financial Advisor to the Contractor Stars
Does your small business or construction company have a financial advisor? Would you like it to? Listen to our interview with Eagle Strategies’ advisor, Foster Wilcox, to hear the importance of working with someone who understands your business, your industry, your type of employees, and what works for companies similar to you. Foster is the financial answer to your business’ investments, your business’ policies, and your employee’s questions.
063 - Simplifying Strategy
Strategy. It’s the word that makes people overwhelmed and uncomfortable. It’s our goal to change that. Strategy is just a way of saying “a set of tactics or tasks that address a clearly defined problem.” All it takes to create a clear and understandable strategy is a problem. That’s all. Listen to our short episode to make the process of creating your strategy so much easier for you and your business!
062 - The Fire Safety Guy with Kris Pettigrew
The sprinkler industry. Not irrigation sprinklers – fire protection sprinklers. That’s what we’re talking about today with the co-owner of FPS Technologies, a leading fire protection and safety firm in the OKC and Tulsa areas, Kris Pettigrew – or as we like to call him, the go-to “fire safety guy.” Listen for a conversation about fire protection and safety as well as the importance of mentorship, culture, acquisition, and having a company vision.