Welcome to Builder Stories, the podcast where builders, remodelers, and contractors share their personal and business journeys. Come learn from the stories of successful entrepreneurs who share how they got started, how they found success, and the lessons learned along the way. Your host, Eric Fortenberry, has successfully built two businesses, one in software and one in construction. He is now the Founder and CEO of JobTread Software, a construction estimating and project management platfor ...
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For construction business owners and accounting pros. In depth exploration of software and topics related to construction and accounting. A three segment podcast: 1. Tonya introduces the problem and potential solution 2. Tonya will speak with an industry expert 3. Tonya works with a real live user to help them implement the solution and answer all their questions
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Welcome to "Blueprint Boost for Contractors," the podcast that's your go-to resource for unlocking the secrets to successful marketing, gaining valuable insights, and growing your contracting business with less stress.
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Building Beyond Limits | Jason Novotny with Hiland Construction
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Meet Jason Novotny, owner of Hiland Construction based in Anchorage, Alaska. Jason shares his journey from a childhood around real estate, thanks to his father, to becoming a Marine Corps veteran, and eventually founding Hiland Construction in 2019. Specializing in residential and commercial renovations, Jason dives into the unique challenges of co…
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If you have a contracting business or if you have a home service business, you need a website to be online. But it's not just about having a website, you need to have the right features on your website to grow your business. Check out this episode to listen to all of the right features your business must have.…
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The Construction Junction: Featuring Foundation Software
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Welcome to another insightful episode of The Construction Junction podcast, presented by The Profit Constructors. Join our host, Tonya Schulte, as she chats with Brian Cacian from Foundation Software. Dive deep into the history and evolution of Foundation Software, a pivotal tool designed to streamline accounting for construction companies. Brian s…
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Turning Setbacks into Success | Roberto Rodriguez with Ark Remodeling Services
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Meet Roberto Rodriguez, owner of Ark Remodeling Services based in Tomball, Texas, who shares his remarkable journey from aspiring professional baseball player to successful construction business owner. Despite facing the setback of his baseball dreams not materializing, Roberto found inspiration in HGTV shows and transitioned into construction. Sta…
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It’s All About the Details | Debbie Adams with Adams Company
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Meet Debbie Adams, owner of Adams Company located in Austin, Texas. In this episode, we delve into Debbie's remarkable journey from a secretary in the construction industry to the owner of an award-winning remodeling company. Debbie shares her path to success, which began with a chance job opportunity in 1987 and evolved through years of hands-on e…
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BuyFin Payment & Financing Solutions for Business Growth
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Richard Willard currently serves as the Vice President of Customer Success for BuyMax and BuyFin. In his role, Richard and his team focus on providing BuyMax and BuyFin customers with the resources needed to grow their businesses. BuyFin Payment Processing, which is offered in conjunction with third-party partners, helps you get paid faster by your…
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The Harder It Is, The More Exciting It Is | Michael Dudonis with Dudonis Construction
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Meet Michael Dudonis co-owner of Dudonis Construction based in Springfield, New Jersey. Michael shares how his early experiences working with his father in residential construction set the foundation for his career. After spending 14 years in heavy civil construction, Michael and his brother started Dudonis Construction in 2018 to revive their fath…
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Local Search Takeaways From Leaked Google API Documents
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When news of the leaked Google Search API docs broke last month, our team quickly crawled them to look for anything relevant to local SEO. We found some valuable gems when looking through the documentation. See what steps your home service or construction business can take to improve your local marketing strategy today.…
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Focus on Your Niche | Jayme Carlson with Hard Decks
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Meet Jayme Carlson, owner of Hard Decks, located in Belvidere, Illinois. Jayme shares his inspiring journey from jumping straight into construction out of high school to founding a successful deck-building business with his now business partner and father-in-law, Andy. Hear how he navigated the challenges of the 2008 economic downturn, honed his sk…
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Get Out of Your Own Head | Dylan Martin with Absolute Design Build
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Meet Dylan Martin from Absolute Design Build, a third-generation builder in Austin, Texas. Starting his career in construction after a stint in the military and a brief foray into the corporate world, Dylan faced numerous challenges without a mentor. His turning point came after joining forces with his partner, Thomas, and later adding a third part…
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Growing Your Home Service Business with Successware
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Paul Carmody has over 20 years of experience as a senior executive in Software-as-a-Service. He is currently President of Successware, an Authority Brands company. Listen in as we discuss leveraging the right systems to grow your home service business.By David Brooks
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Find the Solution & Keep Going | Mark Flanders with Blue Hill Building Co.
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Meet Mark Flanders, owner of Blue Hill Building Co. based in Bridgewater, Virginia. Mark shares his journey from growing up in the building business, taking drafting classes in high school, to eventually taking over his father’s company in 1998. Mark’s career saw significant evolution, including a pivotal role at CoConstruct during the Great Recess…
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Local Business Growth & Creating a Business Management Platform
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David is joined by Jonathan Pototschnik whos is the founder of Service Autopilot . He started mowing lawns at age 15. His lawn maintenance company has over 5,000 full-service residential and commercial clients. The second, Service Autopilot, is a leading business management and scheduling software solution that serves more than 1,600 companies whic…
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Prioritize Transparency & Integrity | Anthony Abbott with Greystone Remodeling
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Meet Anthony Abbott, owner of Greystone Remodeling based in North Carolina. Anthony shares his inspiring journey from his early fascination with carpentry as a child, through his military service, and onto founding his successful remodeling business. Addressing the challenges of transitioning from being an infantryman to a construction entrepreneur…
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Breaking into Commercial Roofing with Bryan Mitchell
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In this episode, we are speaking with Bryan Mitchell Founder of Service AdvantEdge. Listen in and hear about Bryan's journey and see how you can level up your business by bringing on Commercial Roofing clients.By David Brooks
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Building a Strong Company Culture | Mike Mitchell with Mitchell Construction
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Meet Mike Mitchell, owner of Mitchell Construction a deck building company based in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. Mike shares his journey from joining his father's business in high school to transforming Mitchell Construction into a niche company specializing in decks. He discusses the challenges of delegating tasks, transitioning out of the field…
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In this episode, we are speaking with Dan Goodman of Building36. Building36 innovative smart home technology can be found in over five million homes. They provide advanced technology and connected devices that enable trade companies to efficiently deliver smart home solutions. The smart home solutions deliver all the conveniences modern homeowners …
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Elevating Customer Experience: Brigham Dickinson’s Proven Process
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Brigham Dickinson is president and founder of Power Selling Pros, a leading coaching and training firm dedicated to teaching businesses to wow more customers. Brigham started Power Selling Pros when he saw that call handlers needed assistance consistently converting calls to bookings. As a result, Brigham answered the need by creating the Pattern F…
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Reaching for $10 Million | Carlos Adame with Transom Remodeling
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Meet Carlos Adame, owner of Transom Remodeling based in Richardson, Texas. Carlos shares the difficulties he's faced in growing his business and the lessons he's learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and learning from others. With a goal of reaching the $10 million mark, Carlos remains optimistic and committed, welcom…
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Meet People Where They Are | Dan Lee with Kane Remodeling
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Meet Dan Lee, owner of Kane Remodeling a luxury home remodeling company based in Austin, Texas. Dan talks to Eric about his journey from tech sales to building a remodeling company. With an emphasis on the importance of continuous growth and learning, Dan talks about how his background in sales has uniquely positioned him to compete against others …
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Home Service Business Growth Journey with Pat Morstad
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Owner Pat Morstad felt as though his business growth had plateaued. His company, Precision Landscape & Irrigation in Ottertail, Minnesota, had settled into a fairly regular routine of making around $1 million in revenue and $100,000 net profit annually since its 2012 launch. Hoping to move beyond those thresholds, Morstad set in place a company-wid…
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The Construction Junction featuring Jobtread
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In this exciting episode of the Construction Junction podcast, we explore the intersection of accounting and construction. We dissect common issues faced by construction company owners and accountants, and discuss the role of software developers. Do they truly comprehend your needs, or is it a one-size-fits-all approach? Tune in as we delve into th…
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Building Resilience | Stephanie Burgess with Burgess Construction
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Meet Stephanie Burgess, owner of Burgess Construction, a deck building company based in Snohomish, Washington. Stephanie explores her relentless pursuit of success as a rising entrepreneur in the construction industry, highlighting the importance of perseverance and a positive mindset amidst the hurdles. This episode not only celebrates Stephanie’s…
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Harnessing AI for Smarter Contracting | Edward Rivera and Eddie Cruz with Ion Electrical
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Meet Edward Rivera and Eddie Cruz, business partners in Ion Electrical located in Bedford, New Hampshire. Edward and Eddie share their journey of transforming the traditional contractor experience through AI and smart technology. From their unique approach to customer service and job estimation to their passion for integrating AI into everyday busi…
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Strategic Home Service Business Growth with Christopher Scully
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In this episode we sit down with Christopher Scully he is an experienced executive and management coach who takes companies to higher levels of performance and profitability. When a business isn't performing as expected, there's a reason for that. It's his job to help his clients find what that is and then help them handle it with the result of exp…
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Integrity, Craftsmanship, Growth | Darin Kuns with D-K Construction, Inc.
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Meet Darin Kuns owner of D-K Construction, Inc. based in Flora, Indiana. Darin shares his personal journey, highlighting the decision to follow in his father's footsteps and the enduring philosophy of client relationships over specialization. Explore the company's growth, marked by the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies for enhanced …
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Focus Drives Success | Steve Kirk with Premier Deck
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Meet Steve Kirk, the founder of Premier Deck based in Rochester, New Hampshire. After an early career in general remodeling, Steve narrowed his focus to decks, finding both passion and profitability. In this episode, he delves into the complexities of growing a business, from choosing the right marketing tactics and hiring the best employees to opt…
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How to Turn Salespeople into Superstars with Tommy Mello
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In this episode, we are speaking with Tommy Mello the owner of A1 Garage Door Service. Tommy has scaled his business to $300 million in annual revenue. He knows what it takes to lead and motivate his team. Listen in as he gives valuable insights on turning your Salespeople into Superstars. Focus on these points during this episode: Strategies Tommy…
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Home Service Business Coach with David Moerman
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In this episode, we are speaking with David Moerman who is the founder of Home Service Business Coach which has impacted hundreds of home service entrepreneurs around the world. He is also the Owner of Revive Services, which is his home service business. David and his team have worked with 175+ Home Service Business Owners just like you with washin…
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Make Your Own Luck | Marcus Hampton with Hampton Construction and Hampton Outdoor
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Meet Marcus Hampton owner of Hampton Construction and Hampton Outdoor based in Phoenix and doing work all over Arizona. In his inspiring story of perseverance and growth in the face of challenges, Marcus shares his struggles from starting the business as a homeless teen to producing large-scale projects at just under 30 years of age. Approaching li…
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Growing Your Plumbing & HVAC Company with Chris Murphy
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In this episode, we sit down with Chris Murphy of Blue Bear Plumbing, Heating & Air. Launched in early 2018, Blue Bear was, initially, a one-person shop that Murphy operated out of his garage in Marshfield, Massachusetts. With four children, he was nervous about being able to support his family. That winter was especially cold, however, and Murphy …
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The Construction Junction featuring Quantum: Unlocking Contract Management Secrets for Better Cash Flow in Construction
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In this insightful episode of the Construction Junction podcast, presenter Tonya Schulte focuses on how construction subcontractors can navigate through the complex business landscape. The show lights a torch through the historical evolution of contract risk management in construction and underscores the importance of contract negotiations and mana…
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Make Money to Grow | Rick Williams with Williams Professional Painting
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Meet Rick Williams owner of Williams Professional Painting serving the DC metro area. Rick shares his belief that taking the extra time to do a job right not only builds a positive reputation but also pays off in the long run through increased business opportunities. Rick delves into the nuanced art of knowing when to compromise and when to stand f…
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Recruitment Strategies for your Home Service Business
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In this episode, we talk with Andrew Henke from Brix Recruiting Partners. Are you searching for leadership or sales talent to take your home improvement supply or service organization to the next level? Struggling to find executives or managers with proven home improvement industry track records? There are so many recruitment tools, platforms, and …
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The Elite Builders Sales System: Closing More Deals At Higher Price Points!
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In this episode, we are speaking with Randy Stanbury. Randy is with 4 Level Coach and he has helped many Home Builders and Remodelers come out of the stress and overwhelm of managing their business and enjoy freedom. Randy is a 30-year Serial Entrepreneur, 2-time Amazon #1 Best Selling Author, Speaker, Coach, and Growth Specialist for Builders and …
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Building a Legacy | Scott & Zach Heinold with Heinold Homes and Renovations
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Meet Scott and Zach Heinold a father-son duo working together on home builds and renovations in Washington, Illinois. They share the joys and challenges of building a business with family, emphasizing the rarity and blessing of such a partnership. As Scott envisions the future handover of the business, his optimism and support for the next generati…
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From Teacher to Lifelong Student | Elliott Wittstruck with Built with Love
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Meet Elliott Wittstruck owner of Built with Love, a remodeling company based in Nashville, Tennessee. Beginning his journey as a music teacher, Elliott's path took a dynamic turn through roles as a landlord and handyman, eventually leading him to spearhead whole home remodels. At the core of Built with Love's ethos is a steadfast commitment to a gr…
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Beyond the Sale: Building Through Strategic Partnerships with Scott Petronio
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Scott Petronio is the Regional Contractor Sales Leader at Owens Corning. Scott talks about building relationships and using strategic partners to fuel business growth. Listen closely to see how you can leverage these valuable insights.By David Brooks
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Building the Client’s Vision | Adam Jackson with Agile Cabinetry
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Meet Adam Jackson, owner of Agile Cabinetry located in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. After leaving a corporate IT job and finishing his own kitchen remodel, Adam found his true passion and founded Agile Cabinetry in 2021. Adam highlights how his project management background helps run the business, as well as his dedication to a great customer experience,…
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Scaling a Roofing Business with Austin Milam
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Ever pondered achieving sustainable growth for your roofing business? Whether you are at the inception or midpoint of your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is tailored for you. Explore the significance of fostering genuine customer connections over viewing them merely as transactions. Today Austin talks about: The power of appreciating your cu…
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Franchise Roofing Sales with Brian Kiefer
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Brian Kiefer is with Honest Abe Roofing and he is a part of the Franchise Sales Team. Brian speaks with us to discuss things to consider if you are considering becoming a franchisee. He walks us through the process and gives us value gems people should consider if they want to get into the roofing business.…
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The Construction Junction: Augmented Intelligence with TrueBuilt
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Join host, Tonya Schulte, for another exceptional episode of the Construction Junction podcast, presented by The Profit Constructors. This episode takes a deep dive into the exciting and often overlooked world of pre-construction. Our special guest, John Sibley, CEO and founder of TrueBuilt, sheds light on how modern technological tools are transfo…
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Trust, Expectations, and High Standards | Chad Hamlin with The Hamlin Group
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Meet Chad Hamlin, owner of The Hamlin Group located in Atlanta, Georgia. With a passion for problem solving more complicated issues, Chad started as a single architect and has evolved his business into full luxury remodels. He delves into the intricacies of effective hiring, highlighting the importance of trust, setting clear expectations, and main…
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The New Software App for Hiring Trades People Is Here - Where Trades Go
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In this latest episode, we speak with Brian Drucks Owner of Where Trades Go. Brian launched a new job-matching app for contractors. His app directly connects employers with qualified tradespeople. Join us to learn more about this game-changing app!By David Brooks
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From Apprentice to Entrepreneur | Brian Blankenheim with Build It Right Carpentry
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Meet Brian Blankenheim, owner of Build It Right Carpentry located in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. In his late 20s, while working at a construction site, he discovered his love of carpentry. Under the guidance of a skilled mentor, Brian honed his skills and even undertook the monumental task of constructing his own home. Starting his company in 2009, Bria…
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How to Grow Your Construction Business with JobTread
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In this episode, we dive in deep with valuable insights from Eric Fortenberry from JobTread. In 2018 the first version of JobTread was created to help a commercial contracting company managing around $5 million in construction work. Before using JobTread, they ran 20 - 30 concurrent jobs that generated inconsistent and often nominal gross profits. …
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Building a Team of Owners | Nicholas Donlin with Zenith Design + Build
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Meet Nicholas Donlin, owner of Zenith Design + Build a top remodeling company based in Iowa. With a passion for both construction and technology since his younger years, Nicholas decided to take the plunge and establish Zenith in 2018, which is now projected to achieve $7.5 million in revenue this year. As a leader of an 18-person team, Nicholas is…
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Growth Strategies to Scale Your Business in 2024
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Matthew Tyner is the Chief Marketing Officer at Bone Dry Roofing. Having a diverse professional background he understands what it takes to market a successful home service business. Known for his unique insights into metrics and crafting the human touch, he knows the importance of being smart with your marketing efforts.…
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The Path Forward from Debt | James Miller with Valiant Home Additions
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Meet James Miller, owner of Valiant Home Additions in Centerton, Arkansas. James initially embarked on his construction career right after high school, and at the young age of 21, he was running operations for an aluminum gutter company. After starting his own company and experiencing challenges with a former partner, he decided to pivot his focus …
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Incentivize Accuracy and Timeliness | Scott Worley with The Patio Kitchen Co.
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Meet Scott Worley, owner of The Patio Kitchen Co in St. Louis, Missouri. After initially venturing into construction straight out of high school, Scott's passion for transforming outdoor living spaces took hold during his college years. With a successful business under his belt for a decade, he made the bold choice to close it down and pivot to bec…
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