Success Unleashed: Beyond The Jobsite

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: If your employees act like toddlers, it’s probably not their fault. In this episode, I explain why most contractors accidentally create dependent teams, and how clarity, standards, scorecards, and ownership transform average employees into leaders. What’s in this episode: 00:00 Why your employees act helpless 02:00 The electrician who b...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: You’ve been lied to. You’re not in business to make money, you’re in business to keep money. I walk through the biggest profit leaks I see in contracting: rework, estimating errors, material waste, labor inefficiency, and poor billing. This episode is about protecting margins, not chasing revenue. What’s in this episode: 00:00 Why more...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: If you feel exhausted, reactive, and constantly putting out fires, you’re paying what I call the Chaos Tax. In this episode, I explain where chaos hides inside seven-figure businesses, scheduling, estimating, materials, change orders, and lack of clarity. Here's how to finally take control with real systems. What’s in this episode:...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: Most contractors are living in an illusion, thinking cheap bids and change orders will save them. They won’t. In this episode, I break down why rework destroys margins, how inaccurate estimating kills profit, and why knowing your breakeven number is non-negotiable. What’s in this episode: 00:00 The illusion of making money 02:40 Why bei...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: In this episode, I break down why hitting seven figures doesn’t make life easier for most contractors — it actually exposes every crack in your business. More jobs, more people, more problems. I walk you through why revenue doesn’t solve chaos, how decision fatigue kills momentum, and what you actually need to implement if you don’t wan...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: The contractors who win aren’t the hardest workers, they’re the most structured. In this final episode, I show you how systems, scorecards, role clarity, and ownership give you your time back and allow real scale. What’s in this episode: 00:00 Why systems beat hustle 02:30 Creating roles and expectations 05:10 Scorecards and accountabil...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: If you don’t know your breakeven, margins, and job costs, you’re guessing, not running a business. I walk through the exact numbers every contractor must understand to stay profitable and avoid working for free. What’s in this episode: 00:00 Why dollars in don’t equal dollars kept 02:10 Understanding breakeven 05:20 Labor, materials, an...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: When things go wrong, contractors blame people. But most of the time it’s the process. I share why clear systems beat talent alone, and how one simple shift can instantly improve performance across your entire team. What’s in this episode: 00:00 Why it’s usually not your people 02:20 The office manager story 05:00 Training vs assuming 0...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: I share a story from vacation that perfectly explains why most contractors don’t own businesses, they own very expensive jobs. If every decision still runs through you, your company is built on dependency. I show you how to move from being required to simply being involved. What’s in this episode: 00:00 Why contractors can’t unplug 02:1...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Wright from Renovate Ease, and we break down what it really takes to grow without chaos. Thomas shares how getting laid off during COVID pushed him into entrepreneurship, why saying yes to everything almost broke his business, and how niching down into kitchens and baths completely changed his pro...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: In this episode, I sit down with Jim Sanders, owner of Nest Tiny Homes. Jim built a $5.7M company in just three years, and it wasn’t a straight line. We talk about coming up through construction, buying into a franchise that completely collapsed, rebuilding from scratch, and why sales, marketing, and systems—not craftsmanship alone—are...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: In this episode, I sit down with Dallin Jensen from Utah Flood Guys, and this conversation goes way deeper than business. Dallin shares how he went from addiction, jail, and rock bottom to building a seven-figure water mitigation company in just a few years. We talk about imposter syndrome, faith, sobriety, sales, marketing, and what it...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip In this episode, I sit down with Angie and Ryan Snow, owners of Western Heating, Air, and Plumbing, an eight-figure company that’s been in business for nearly two decades. We talk about what it’s really like building a business as a married couple, why buying an existing company changed everything for them, and how they survived the recession, h...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: In this episode, I sit down with Katy Higgins from TruePros Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing, and her story is unreal. Katie spent over 25 years in the trades before finally betting on herself, and when she did, she didn’t just start a business… she built a $5.6 million company out of her garage in year one. We talk about what it’s really...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com In this episode, I sit down with my friend Court Lundberg from Rare Breed Plumbing, and we dive into the real story behind building a seven-figure home-service company. Court opens up about growing up on a farm, falling into plumbing by accident, living in a trailer, almost losing everything, rebuilding from scratch, and figuring out how to lead peo...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: When I was a police sergeant, I learned one powerful truth: until it’s your problem, it will always be a problem. In this episode, I talk about Extreme Ownership and how contractors can stop blaming subs, clients, and crews — and start leading. I’ll show you the Fix → Debrief → Accountability system so you can turn problems into opportu...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: I call it the Chaos Tax — the price you pay when your business runs on reaction instead of strategy. In this episode, I share how my time as a rookie cop taught me the danger of chasing outcomes without a plan. I’ll give you four strategies to cut through chaos: define outcomes, plan ahead, always have a backup plan, and embrace account...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: I share the story of a contractor who was stuck at $1 million in revenue, burning out and running in circles. The shift that helped him scale past $6 million wasn’t more hustle, it was structure. I’ll show you how to replace “doing more” with building systems, setting capacity caps, and making growth sustainable instead of chaotic. 📂 W...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: If your crew treats your plan like a suggestion, you’ve got chaos in a box. In this episode, I break down why jobs fall apart even when you’ve got the work lined up and the right people in place. From vague plans, to zero ownership, to no checkpoints or consequences. I show you the four mistakes contractors make that force them to babys...

Setting Standards: The Key to Quality Work in Your Contracting BusinessIn this episode of Success Unleashed, host Garrett Bake addresses the common issue of sloppy work due to undefined standards. He emphasizes the importance of establishing clear expectations for employees and shares a personal story from his days as a police officer to illustrate how strict standards can lead to better performan...

Summary:In this episode of Success Unleashed, host Garrett Bake shares strategies for contractors to manage their cash flow and escape the 'rich on Monday, broke by Friday' cycle. Garrett emphasizes the importance of having solid payment terms in contracts, charging for change orders, and maintaining a cash reserve to ensure business stability. He offers practical advice on how to stop cas...

Summary: Are you constantly putting out fires, reacting all day, and wondering what you even accomplished? That’s what I call the Chaos Tax — and it’s costing you time, money, and peace. In this episode, I break down four things you can do right now to get out of reactive mode and finally take control of your business. 📂 What’s in this episode: 00:00 – Are you paying the chaos tax? 00:27 – How ch...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: Everything changed for me the moment I realized: if it’s my business, it’s my responsibility. In this episode, I tell a story from my time as a police sergeant and how it applies to running a successful contracting business. I break down the “Extreme Ownership” mindset and teach you how to fix problems faster, lead stronger, and build a...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: If you're a contractor who thinks doing more means earning more, this episode is your wake-up call. I talk about how unchecked hustle leads to burnout — and how systems, processes, and structure are the true drivers of growth. I break down what to prioritize, how to get organized, and how to protect your time so your business stops...

👉 Join BuildPro Now! https://buildprosystem.com/vip Summary: In this episode, I share a story from our contractor retreat in Idaho — and how my first fishing trip in years opened my eyes to the truth about marketing. If you're posting content without a strategy, you're just tossing out empty lines and hoping something bites. I break down how marketing is just like fishing: pick your fish,...