Insights from Brett Bartley on Financial Strategy and Trade Industry Success

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Discover how to transform your business and leadership approach with insights from Brett Bartley, a game-changer in the plumbing industry and beyond. Brett shares the story of growing Gibson Plumbing Company from $20 million to $112 million in annual revenue by making strategic shifts, including moving from hourly to production-based pay. He also discusses his role as a fractional CFO, leveraging his financial expertise to help other companies thrive, and his involvement in the Texan Construction Career Initiative, all while drawing from his diverse background as a licensed CPA and former University of Houston baseball player.
Join us as we explore Brett's unique journey from manual labor to a successful career in finance. Hear about his early days working for his father's general contracting company and the pivotal moment when he realized his true calling was in accounting. Brett's story highlights the need for better financial management practices and the significant opportunities within the trades industry. We delve into the advantages of trade careers over traditional college paths, emphasizing the importance of adapting to generational shifts in the workforce.
Listen to Brett's experiences in implementing productivity-based compensation models and the impact this had on both employee earnings and business growth. We also discuss effective leadership and training in the trades, drawing parallels between mastering a trade and excelling in sports. Finally, Brett offers invaluable insights on financial planning and strategy, underscoring the importance of a fractional CFO in guiding businesses toward growth and profitability. This episode is a treasure trove of actionable advice for entrepreneurs and leaders seeking to empower their teams and drive success.
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Chapters

1. Leadership Development and Business Growth (00:00:00)

2. Building a Future in Finance (00:03:39)

3. Productivity-Based Compensation and Organizational Shift (00:13:12)

4. Training and Development in Trades (00:23:38)

5. Highlighting Opportunities in the Trades (00:32:22)

6. Workforce Development and Talent Recruitment (00:42:55)

7. Financial Roadmap With a CFO (00:47:37)

8. Empowering Growth Through Organizational Values (00:57:27)