On Site

On the On Site Podcast, Brandon interviews Eric Fortenberry, CEO of JobTread, about the company’s growth and the rapid evolution of AI in construction. Eric shares milestones including reaching 10,000 active customers at the International Builders’ Show five years after launching sales, growing to over 11,500, and celebrating wins to build culture (including a team steakhouse dinner after a strong...

In a solo On Site Podcast episode, Brandon promotes the Elite Builder Society Contractor Growth Seminar in Chilliwack/Vancouver area on July 24 ($97 with breakfast and lunch; VIP sold out) and previews topics to be covered. He argues contractors lose jobs by emailing quotes without context and recommends scheduling an in-person or Zoom proposal review to frame the next step, handle objections in r...

The host welcomes listeners to the On Site Podcast and brings on his 18-year-old son, Jaxson, a welder who is about to graduate high school. After sharing old photos as an icebreaker and noting a delayed recording due to the production manager’s condo fire, they discuss Jaxson’s first year in welding, including working afternoons at Falcon on crane trucks and building components for decks, plus a...

On-Site Podcast episode 53 features Andrew Cobb of Cobb Construction in Clear Lake, Iowa, discussing his background in construction, launching his own company in 2021, and operating in a highly seasonal tourist lake community with many one-man contractors. Cobb explains how his business positions for higher-end lake-home projects and stays busy year-round by serving surrounding towns, noting Clear...

The On-Site Podcast hosts Kari Mansur from Calgary, an educator in the community and founder of Stampede Sales, who helps local service businesses (contractors, roofers, plumbers, med spas, realtors, and others) get high-paying clients through Instagram by building a hyper-local brand. Kari explains a three-pillar system: running 30–60 second hyper-local Instagram ads within a 15–25 mile radius th...

On the On Site Podcast, host Brandon interviews Nick Elliott, owner/project manager of Sun Builders, a general contracting and construction management company in Greater Cincinnati doing residential remodeling and commercial tenant fit-out work for small businesses. Nick shares personal background (married with two kids) and explains how his wife, a freelance graphic designer, created Sun Builders...

On-Site Podcast episode 50 features Jacob, a renovation contractor from Rochester, Minnesota and owner of Inner Magic Kitchen and Bath, discussing his construction-family background, his faith journey that began around age 11 amid family addiction and abuse, and how it helped him build resilience. Jacob and his wife are expecting their first child, a baby girl, due at the end of July. He shares cu...

On the On Site Podcast, host Brandon interviews educator and HR/training professional Manja Horner, who just hit #1 bestseller status with her new book, "Pass the Torch," a rallying call about the trades labor crisis and the need for leaders and business owners to invest in apprentices and inexperienced workers. Horner shares where to buy the book (Amazon and other retailers), upcoming audiobook p...

Episode 48 of the On Site Podcast welcomes back Sam to share updates on Coronation Construction’s growth, including stepping back from hands-on work into admin, sales, and estimating, and investing in Google/Meta ads and higher-production content to increase visibility. Sam outlines current projects (bathrooms, basements, and a medical office build-out) and discusses gaining confidence by taking a...

On episode 47 of the Onsite Podcast, Brandon welcomes returning guest Chris Mackey from Blue Collar Marketing, a full-service digital marketing agency focused on trades, now grown to about 18–19 people. They discuss how contractors can use AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini, emphasizing choosing what fits a workflow and noting Gemini’s integration with Google Workspace. Chris explain...

The Onsite podcast hosts entrepreneur and Lions Not Sheep founder Sean Whalen, who discusses loving life as a father, grandfather, and business owner while navigating an unexpected divorce. Whalen shares his construction and real estate background, including completing over 3,700 flips across 13 states, and his current focus on building a barndominium ranch on 500 acres, emphasizing his passion fo...

The Onsite Podcast host interviews Ontario drywall finisher Sean Naylor of The Mudder’s Touch Ltd, a third-generation drywaller with 27 years’ experience who also makes content for tool and product brands. The main discussion centers on Mud Pro, a mineral-based drywall mud additive invented in the U.S. that Sean says allows wet-on-wet applications through multiple coats, delivers about 50% less sh...

Episode 44 of the Onsite Podcast features Philip Sessions of Refined VA, who discusses helping contractors implement and support JobTread through account setup, templates, catalogs, estimating, QuickBooks mapping, ongoing internal support, and virtual assistant placements. Philip shares his background (from Houston to Greenville, married with two young daughters), faith, and the challenges of jugg...

Onsite Podcast episode 43 features returning guest Doug Mitchell discussing his move to HireVP, a virtual professional placement agency focused on proactive support, systems, and SOP development for contractors. Doug shares his background running a 13-year door-to-door sales organization and hiring his first VA, Nica, nearly five years ago, emphasizing that many VA failures stem from undocumented...

In episode 42 of the Onsite Podcast, Brandon talks with Brendon from Nano Boost Digital, an Elite Builders Society educator, about running effective ad strategies for contractors using Google Ads and integrating Meta where appropriate. Brendon shares his background (Toronto, biotech schooling, experience at Google Ads and agencies) and emphasizes simplifying digital marketing, fair pricing, and re...

On this episode, the host interviews Matt, an Arizona-based licensed general contractor and owner of Nimble LLC, about his focus on residential assisted living and residential multifamily projects. Matt explains the HUD-defined multifamily concept, the residential vs. commercial distinction in assisted living (with 10 residents as the legal residential limit and 11+ rooms considered commercial), a...

In episode 40 of the Onsite Podcast, Brandon interviews his friend Amon of San Antonio’s Golden Bexar Cabinets (formerly Cabinets and Granite Creations) about buying out a partner, rebranding around a more luxury, cohesive identity, and launching goldenbexar.com.  Amon discusses concerns about leaving strong prior SEO, positive client reception, and how his wife Kristen led the brand aesthetic. He...

In this episode of the Onsite podcast, the host recaps the eight-part “Contractor Control” journey, emphasizing that contractors are ultimately in control of every decision and outcome in their business. The main recurring issue for stuck contractors is lack of action, often driven by ego, ignorance, and unwillingness to change. He encourages diagnosing problems as either systems or people issues,...

Episode seven of the Onsite Podcast’s eight-part series focuses on why jobs feel smooth in sales but become stressful once construction starts. The host argues most breakdowns stem from weak discovery, unclear scope, and poor communication, leading to misaligned expectations and loss of control after deposits and early draws. Core themes: ask better qualifying questions, take ownership instead of...

Episode six of the Onsite Podcast’s eight-part Contractor Control series focuses on why follow-up is leadership and communication rather than desperation. The host explains that many contractors avoid follow-up, lack tracking systems, and lose jobs without realizing it, recommending simple data tracking even with a notebook. He emphasizes framing follow-up during the initial meeting by scheduling...

Part five of the Onsite Podcast “Contractor Control” features the host and contractors from his coaching program and the Elite Builders Society sharing real stories about client objections and jobsite chaos. Andrew (Jersey Shore) recounts a two-bath remodel where a client asked for a discount after signing and later refused full payment, highlighting the need to address pricing firmly, protect con...

In episode four of the Onsite podcast series on Contractor Control, the host delves into the art of effective sales conversations for contractors. Drawing from a recent personal experience, the host emphasizes the importance of connecting on a human level with clients, tailoring communication to their needs, and steering clear of rigid corporate policies. Key points include avoiding a sales-heavy...

In Episode 3 of the Contractor Control, we delve into why contractors should avoid chasing every lead and instead focus on pursuing the right clients. This episode highlights common pitfalls such as taking every job out of financial desperation and promotes the idea of identifying and capitalizing on quality opportunities. We discuss the cost of saying 'yes' to every project, the benefits of being...

In this episode of the Onsite podcast, the host discusses the dynamics of client respect in the contracting industry. Emphasizing that clients need contractors more than contractors need them, the episode delves into strategies for commanding respect through confidence, control, and clear communication. Key points include the pitfalls of lowering prices, the importance of listening to clients, and...

In this episode of the Onsite Podcast, we kick off an eight-part series focused on why contractors lose control and how they can regain it. We delve into common challenges contractors face, such as communication problems, the misconception that being busy equates to a healthy business, and how the lack of a structured process can lead to stress and inefficiency. The host emphasizes the importance...