Business for Builders Podcast

Send us Fan Mail <p>Today we talk about the "3 P's" of a successful business.</p>   <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/>visit our website</a></p> <p>TEXT US: +1 (250) 241-8866</p> <p>Follow us on all of our social platforms!&...

Send us Fan Mail  <p>In today's episode, we are joined in the studio with our newest franchisee, Jason Gall - General Contractor / Owner of Smith & Sons Oak Bay.</p>   <p>We caught up with Jason to chat about his life before joining forces with Smithy's, and how he's feeling about the business after just completing a week of training. We cover franchising in th...

Send us Fan Mail   <p> In today's podcast, we are joined in the studio with franchisee Shane Dewald to chat about how his business has grown since joining forces with Smith & Sons. </p>     <p> We talk about the power of the brand, increased markup percentages, the importance of the team, and many other factors that have contributed to Shane's exceptional business g...

Send us Fan Mail <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/>visit our website</a></p> <p>TEXT US: +1 (250) 241-8866</p> <p>Follow us on all of our social platforms!</p> <ul> <li><a href=https://www.linkedin.com/company/businessforbuilders...

Send us Fan Mail <p>In our latest episode, Max offers 11 quick tips to consider for General Contractors who want to start up a business. </p> <p>Today we cover:</p> <ul> <li>How to charge properly</li> <li>Defining your client profile</li> <li>The importance of empathy</li> <li>Project management software</li> <li>...

Send us Fan Mail <p>In today's episode, Max outlines 7 keys to excel and grow your contracting business.</p> <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/>visit our website</a></p> <p>TEXT US: +1 (250) 241-8866</p> <p>Follow us on all of our soc...

Send us Fan Mail <p>You wouldn't cut corners when building the foundation of a home, so why would you cut corners in your business?</p>  <p>The foundations of homes are labor-intensive and cost the most, yet they are seen the least. However, without the foundations, the home wouldn't exist.</p> <p>Today we apply this notion to business as Max outlines some o...

Send us Fan Mail <p>In today's episode, Max offers leadership tips for builders who want to run a high-performance building company, along with insights on how to achieve purpose-driven business development.</p>  <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/>visit our websit...

Send us Fan Mail <p>In today's episode, Max outlines some of the main reasons why contracting businesses fail, and how you can avoid being one of them.</p>  <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/>visit our website</a></p> <p>TEXT US: +1 (250) 241-886...

Send us Fan Mail <p>While referrals are great, they are NOT the answer to marketing.</p> <p>Sure you may be getting referrals, but what if you're not happy with your clientele? Are the referrals attracting your dream customer? Are the referrals growing your brand?</p>  <p>Today we encourage you to work on your marketing - what sets you apart? If your marketing me...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Leading a business is not as glamorous as it's cracked up to be...</p> <p>As an entrepreneur, it's inevitable that you will encounter setbacks and stresses within your business.</p> <p>In today's episode, Max encourages you to practice gratitude, despite the challenges you are facing. If we take a look around and are grateful for the...

Send us Fan Mail <p>In today's episode, we take a look back at the golden moments from this past year.</p>  <p>Thank you to all those who listen, watch, and continue to support Business for Builders and our podcast. Your appreciation and feedback are truly our oxygen!</p>  <p>We look forward to delivering more valuable content and helping your business grow in th...

Send us Fan Mail <p>As we approach the holidays, Max talks about the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone - especially if you're a business owner!</p>  <p>Remember, if nothing changes, nothing changes.</p>  <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/&g...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Tired of not getting paid for all the work you do when quoting jobs?<p> <p>As builders, we encounter numerous scenarios where we spent several hours quoting a job that may not even be taken seriously by the client!<p> <p>In today's episode, Max talks about how to properly exchange your time for the money you deserve. We get into the meat-and-p...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Today we're talking to humans about humans.</p> <p>The truth is, our business relies on other humans to be successful. So inevitably as a leader, you're going to have to handle HUMANS.</p>   <p>As the title states, it's not always blue skies and lollipops! The more your business grows, the more weight you will have to carry. You will...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Tough times don't last. Tough people do.</p>  <p>Driving a company is no easy task. You will eventually start to feel the demand and pressure that is on you as a leader...</p>  <p>Being in the sh!t is normal for a business owner - it's only the amount of sh!t that varies. What sets entrepreneurs apart from the rest is their self-awareness...

Send us Fan Mail <p>At Smith & Sons, we are reengineering the client experience.</p> <p>Today Max invites you to ask yourself - are your clients enjoying the process or enduring the process?</p> <p>Winning the job is one thing... but that's only where the work begins! It's not just about signing the contract. We must maintain a level of INTEGRITY with ou...

Send us Fan Mail <p>You've probably heard the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result...</p> <p>Yet still, many builders are stuck doing the same thing without any willingness to learn and change their business.</p> <p>In today's episode, Max talks about the power of adapting, immersing, and excelli...

Send us Fan Mail <p>This episode is reserved for Gary Vee.</p> <p>If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities,  <a href=https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/>visit our website</a></p> <p>TEXT US: +1 (250) 241-8866</p> <p>Follow us on all of our social platforms!</p> <ul> <li><a...

Send us Fan Mail <p>"People work for a paycheck, but die for recognition."</p> <p>As a builder, have you ever attended a celebratory awards night? If you're like many we've spoken with, chances are you have not...</p>  <p>The reality is, GCs deserve more recognition for the hard work they do!</p> <p>In today's episode, we talk abou...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Contractors may have great attention to detail within their craft, but overlook so many important details in their business.</p>   <p>In today's episode, Max talks about the importance of paying attention to THE LITTLE THINGS. The amount of detail you put into your business development, management, paperwork, and client interactions will ultimately determ...

Send us Fan Mail <p>General Contractors! What's holding you back from reaching your goals? More often than not, it's the space between your ears...</p> <p>We were joined in the studio by special guest Tom Reber, leader of The Contractor Fight, to chat about all things MINDSET. Today we cover:</p> <ul> <li>Limiting beliefs that contractors may have</...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Our newest Smith & Sons franchisee, Michael Miller, joined us in the studio to chat about the power of brand and business systemization. After struggling with the ebb-and-flow of carpentry jobs, he decided it was time for a change. Once he discovered what Smith & Sons has to offer (sense of team, marketing, software, etc.), he instantly found himself aligning with...

Send us Fan Mail <p>It's easy to start ventures and get excited... but what happens after the honeymoon phase?</p>  <p>In today's episode, Max talks about honing the desire to be a pioneer in your business, and the notion of "fending off day two" - how important it is to keep the same mentality, excitement, and motivation as you had on your first day...  even...

Send us Fan Mail <p>Tired of clients trying to lowball the sh*t out of you?</p> <p>Sick of putting in hours and hours to work on a quote, only to have the client say they're going with a different builder?</p> <p>If you're frequently getting lowballed and asked for discounts, it may be symptoms of a deeper problem... Perhaps it's because you haven'...