Builder Funnel Radio

Social media is a game changer for remodelers and custom builders—but maybe not in the way you think. In this episode, Spencer shares his perspective on how to use social media as a powerful nurturing tool to build trust, showcase your work, and amplify other marketing efforts. From behind-the-scenes content to project spotlights, discover how social media can support your business growth without...

Spencer chats with Nicholas Donlin, Owner of Zenith Design + Build, about what it takes to earn a spot on the Inc. 5000 list. Builder Funnel made the list for the first time this year, while Zenith celebrated their third appearance. Together, they dive into the challenges of scaling, lessons learned along the way, and the pivotal moments that drove their success. Whether you're aiming to grow your...

Understanding the difference between leads, MQLs, and SQLs is the key to better marketing and sales alignment. Today, we’ll break down what each term means, how to define them for your business, and why clarity in these definitions can transform your lead generation efforts. Whether you’re looking for more inquiries or ready-to-buy clients, this episode will help you create a framework for identif...

Explore a step-by-step approach to transition out of daily sales duties in your business. Spencer delves into creating a documented sales process, establishing consistent “next steps,” setting sales targets, and aligning compensation plans to encourage growth. By increasing lead volume and implementing a clear training timeline, learn how to delegate sales effectively while sustaining and even acc...

Discover a powerful 5-step framework for setting and achieving your sales goals by reverse engineering your targets. This episode covers how to break down desired revenue into manageable lead sources, establish monthly targets, and align production capacity for smooth growth. By analyzing conversion rates and past data, you’ll gain insight into setting achievable milestones and accelerating your b...

Spencer Powell and Steve Yates from Buildxact discuss how technology can streamline remodeling businesses. They dive into overcoming adoption challenges, gauging ROI, and tips for effective change management. Steve also shares success stories and offers a glimpse into future tech trends shaping the industry. Tune in to learn how adopting new tools can drive growth and efficiency in your business.

Ever wonder how much you should be spending to acquire a customer? It’s probably more than you think, and that’s great news for your business growth! In this episode, Spencer explains the true cost of customer acquisition and how understanding this concept can accelerate your growth. Stop guessing how much to spend on marketing—learn the right amount to invest.

Do luxury buyers actually click on ads? Let's break down the truth behind paid ads for high-end remodelers and custom builders. Using real examples, Spencer highlights the wins and challenges of running PPC campaigns for high-end clients. Whether you’re managing your ads in-house or working with an agency, tune in to discover what works for reaching premium clientele online.

Is there such a thing as too many leads? In this episode, Spencer Powell, CEO of Builder Funnel, tackles a common concern among remodelers and custom builders: managing an overflow of leads and finding time to pre-qualify them. If you’re struggling to handle an influx of inquiries while keeping your processes efficient, this episode is for you. Spencer shares strategies to manage lead flow, improv...

Is your SEO stuck in the past? Spencer Powell, CEO of Builder Funnel, breaks down the difference between old-school SEO tactics and modern strategies that actually work. Learn how to spot outdated practices and discover new approaches focusing on quality content, good user experience, and relevant site flow. If you’re a remodeler or custom builder trying to stay ahead, this episode is packed with...

Is your SEO strategy delivering real results, or are you wasting money? In today’s episode, Spencer Powell, CEO of Builder Funnel, tackles your most pressing SEO questions. Learn how to evaluate your SEO performance, whether you're handling it in-house or working with an agency. From traffic analysis to local SEO impact and competitor evaluation, Spencer covers it all to help remodelers assess whe...

Discover the 10 marketing and sales KPIs that truly matter for remodelers and custom builders as Spencer breaks down the metrics that impact your bottom line. Move beyond the fluff of impressions and clicks to focus on customer acquisition cost, qualified leads, and more. Don’t miss out—tune in today!

Builder Funnel just landed on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing companies in the US! Spencer dives into five real business lessons learned along the way—no fluff, just the raw and challenging truths behind scaling a company. From tough decisions to rewarding wins, this episode covers it all. Listen now!

Curious about the cost of working with a marketing agency? Spencer breaks down the key components—services, technology, and advertising—to help you understand where your investment goes. Want to learn more? Click play and discover the details!

Spencer and Dustin Elliot of BUILDXACT delve into Customer Success, highlighting common mistakes remodelers and builders make. Dustin shares best practices and simple changes that can significantly impact your customer success. Curious to learn more? Listen now!

Following up in sales is where the big money gets made, yet many remodelers struggle with consistency and purpose. Spencer and Ricky First dive into why effective follow-up is critical, common mistakes to avoid, key elements of a successful strategy, the ideal frequency and timing, tools for managing follow-ups, and how to handle being ghosted. Listen today!

Many in the residential construction business think of themselves primarily as remodelers, builders, or roofers, focusing on their craft. However, the real key to success is viewing yourself as a marketer of those services. Quality alone won't bring in customers if they don't know about your business. Marketing is the lifeblood that will help you grow, steal market share, and outpace competitors....

Discover why the real opportunity in marketing lies in the bottom 90% of your audience, not just the top 10% who are ready to buy now. Learn about the 3% Rule, the two modes of marketing, and how building relationships early can turn your brand into a "Sticky Brand" that customers trust and call first when they're ready to buy. Tune in and transform your marketing strategy today!

Today we explore what to do when the market is down, including key strategies for preserving cash, marketing your business, and strengthening relationships. Despite the recent decline in remodeling demand, discover why this downturn is expected to be modest and short-lived. Listen now!

Let's delve into the misconception that marketing is a one-time event. Spencer explains how true marketing success is a continuous process, involving a strategic cycle of executing tactics, analyzing results, and revising strategies. He discusses the importance of committing to this multi-year journey, where the first year is about building and learning, the second year gets exciting, and the thir...

Join Spencer this week as he chats with Ricky First about the components of a successful first meeting. Discover how small changes can lead to big results. Learn the essential pre-meeting preparations, effective strategies for setting the stage, the best agenda orders, and what to avoid. Don't miss this episode – listen now!

Today, we dive into the Lead Matrix, a powerful tool for categorizing and nurturing leads to ensure consistent sales growth. Discover strategies for engaging warm and cold leads, whether they're ready to buy now or later, and learn how to turn seemingly unpromising leads into valuable opportunities. Don't miss out—listen now!

For years, there’s been a big debate around whether Google Ads or Facebook ads are better for generating remodeling leads. Today, we’re going to settle the debate! Listen now to see how these two approaches stack up against each other.

I want to share my experience with getting stuck in business and which two roles provided the biggest unstuck. Once I got unstuck, we started growing over 60% faster. Listen now to find out what my bottleneck was.

No one is born with all the skills it takes to run a business. You develop them. Entrepreneurship is really the best personal growth vehicle I know of. Here’s why, plus a few observations on how to navigate various stages of growth.