Business for Builders Podcast

Send us Fan Mail <p>We should never take for granted the trust that we build with clients! </p> <p>Just as the title suggests, today's episode covers the importance of nurturing our relationships with clients EVEN once the "honeymoon" phase is over. Far too often people get too comfortable or lazy after they've noticed the client has committed to being their c...

Send us Fan Mail <h><b>Business is an infinite game!</b></h> <p> In today's episode, Max talks about the importance of being committed to the long game in business. If you've had a bad month, week, and even year - that doesn't mean it's over! It takes commitment to the long game and a good attitude towards change. The more mistakes we make, the mor...

Send us Fan Mail In business, the market can change at any moment. So what happens when things don't go according to plan? In this episode, Max talks about the importance of mindset - how we need to adjust the way we react or respond to negative situations to see the silver lining. Momentum is hard to get and easy to lose. However, keeping a positive mindset can help you overcome negative set...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Max talks about how joining forces with Smith & Sons relieves a lot of the stress and frustration, as well as removing the unknowns, that many builders face while trying to start and run a building company. The Smith & Sons business system (designed by builders, for builders) does a large amount of the heavy lifting when it comes to training, marketing, re...

Send us Fan Mail Toxic personalities will steal your profit! To build a profitable business, you need people you can trust. People who have the best interest of the brand, who act in the company's mandate, and who will benefit and serve the culture of the business.  Max discusses the power of building a culture so strong, that if individuals aren't a good cultural fit, they will be eject...

Send us Fan Mail While many industries have taken a negative hit throughout the pandemic, it seems to be a profitable time for the construction industry - it's GO TIME for us.  However, many builders still feel stuck in the same place as they were a year ago... If your phone's not ringing, something's gotta change. Max dives into why you may not be getting as much business as you sh...

Send us Fan Mail Avoid competing on price and MAKE MORE PROFIT. Many clients out there value QUALITY more than anything - they are not necessarily price-oriented. As general contractors, it is our job to define their problems and offer solutions - we want to find the need then fill it! We must EMPATHIZE with our clients and understand they want peace of mind, security, and satisfaction. By giving...

Send us Fan Mail How do you optimize your learning process for success? Local general contractor and business operator, Alex Matusak, joined us in the studio to examine the various learning styles of general contractors and the importance of being relentless in your business journey. Max and Alex discuss how using approaches such as identifying your goals, embracing mistakes, and joining the right...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Max talks about why prospective clients may not always share the whole truth in the initial communications with a builder - and how providing perceived value using brand, empathy and relevant messaging can help deconstruct the "wall of distrust" that many builders face. If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities...

Send us Fan Mail One of our newest local general contractors, Shane Dewald, came into the studio to chat about the power of brand and business systemization. After years of struggling with the ebb-and-flow of stress and leads, he decided it was time for a change. By aligning himself with an international brand, he has gained more leads, generated more profit, and enjoys a better lifestyle. If you&...

Send us Fan Mail Are you sick of not making enough money? In this episode, Max discusses the benefits of Fixed Price over Cost Plus and how using this system not only leads to more profit - it also helps build trust and transparency with clients. If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities, visit: https://businessforbuilders.ca/contact-us/ Follow us on all...

Send us Fan Mail Go to the next level with your business and structure your costing and estimating for success! In this episode, Max talks about how to be deliberate - NOT desperate when estimating for a job.  "Profit is a natural bi-product of good estimating." If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities, visit: https://businessforbuilders.ca/co...

Send us Fan Mail Local general contractor and business operator, Alex Matusak, comes in to our studio to talk about how motivation and understanding the business process on the job site may be misunderstood by some. In this podcast Max and Alex break down how  the business process works and try to deconstruct misconceptions between the employer and the employee. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/s...

Send us Fan Mail Leigh and Max talk about how you can overcome your self doubt, organize a plan of attack and get your business running the RIGHT way! You intended to have a profitable business, so here are some way you can achieve that, STILL! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UQkRYR...... iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../busine... If you're curious about the business that we are...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 3 of our Tony Gattari special, we continue to chat with a legend in Australian Computer Retailing. He was the sales hurricane behind Harvey Norman’s Computer Superstores taking sales from $12mil. to $565mil. in 9 years - Passionate, super experienced business trainer speaker - Mentor - Published author and business coach. - He loves business and loves helping people. This...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our Tony Gattari special, we continue to chat with a legend in Australian Computer Retailing. He was the sales hurricane behind Harvey Norman’s Computer Superstores taking sales from $12mil. to $565mil. in 9 years - Passionate, super experienced business trainer speaker - Mentor - Published author and business coach. - He loves business and loves helping people.  This...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we chat with a legend in Australian Computer Retailing. He was the sales hurricane behind Harvey Norman’s Computer Superstores taking sales from $12mil. to $565mil. in 9 years He’s a passionate, super experienced business trainer speaker mentor published author and  business coach.  He loves business and loves helping people.   This 3 part series we did with Tony will cover...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode we go to Auckland, NZ, and talk with 26-year carpentry veteran and now Master Franchise operator for Smith and Sons , Reon Paterson. Reon describes his hand in the "Design. Plan. Construct" (D.P.C) aspect of the Smith and Sons business plan.  When running your business, it may be the little slightest tweak you need to make, in order to get mor...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's podcast we talk with local contractor, Alex Matusak!  We talk about tips how you can go from your initial meeting, to closing a deal! If you enjoy the content we're providing, please like subscribe and share this video! If you're curious about the business that we are in or franchising opportunities, visit: https://businessforbuilders.ca/contac... Fol...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's podcast we go to Australia!  We talk about how having a good coach in the contracting game, may help your business and life! Intro to Mentoring will give you a personal approach on how you can run your business.  Getting the advice you need from experienced contractors may be what you need as a general contractor! If you enjoy the content we're providing,...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's podcast we get down to the "meat and potatoes" of what you can be doing to enhance your contracting business. Intro to Management will give you a systemized approach on how you can run your business. From project plans, to sales, to human resource management, a well managed job site comes in all forms.  If you enjoy the content we're providing, p...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast we talk about the importance of utilizing social media, websites, and SEO to put your business at the fore-front of the competition.  Even the smallest amount of consistency within your brand and product will justify your brand to prospective customers and ultimately put more cash in your pocket!  If you enjoy the content we're providing, please like subscribe...

Send us Fan Mail In the first episode of the Business for Builders Podcast, Max gives an overview on the number one "High Performance Pillar" - MINDSET . When it comes to business and construction there is a lot of stress. Having the right head-space may be the key for you to build a successful contracting company. For more information about business for builders and potential franchisin...