The Contractor Commute
Welcome to the Contractor Commute, a podcast by ConGenius that you can enjoy during your drive to the job. Join us as we discuss the construction industry, small business owning, and how to be a better leader in the industry, no matter what your position is.
Episodes
Take the time to learn "why" your business could end up broke and take the practical lessons from this episode to ensure it doesn't happen!
Ben and Kinsey cover items like invoicing on time, getting paid for the work that you do, taking inventory, asset management, and more!
Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and the rest of the ConGenius and The Contractor Commute crew:
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Being broke is overwhelming, whether it's in your personal life or your business. In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about how to ensure you know your worth, even if your bank account is empty.
This is the first part of a two-part series where we look at how being broke is often a sign of bigger issues—issues that you have control over! We'll discuss what to do when you're broke and how to avoid ending up in the sam...
Ben started his construction business after growing up in the industry. He learned quite a bit over his years running his own business and wanted to share some of the best (and worst) lessons that he has to share.
This episode hopefully acts as a shortcut to save you some pain as you navigate owning and operating a small construction business.
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Standing out in the construction industry means becoming a hero to both your team and your customers.
In this episode, Ben and Kinsey continue our project management mini-series by exploring the critical role of effective communication and showcasing various tools to improve your communication skills. Whether you rely on software, a whiteboard, or a notepad, mastering what, how, and when to communicate is essential for becoming a he...
Imagine a world where you’re consistently beating the schedule, you’re under budget, your team functions like a well-oiled machine. They’re efficient, they’re energized, they’re happy. You are meeting deadlines. You’re a hero to your customers. You're making money. You’re achieving your goals and dreams.
This doesn't have to be hypothetical and it is easier than you think.
In this episode, we'l...
With this episode, we're starting a new miniseries on Project Management in Construction.
Today's episode covers processes and the impact they can have on you and your business.
Processes can impact these four areas:
-Customer Experience
-Financial Health
-Employee Satisfaction
-Job Consistency
Listen to the episode to learn how!
On this episode of The Contractor Commute, we're joined by Will Worsham to explore the essential steps in legally structuring your business for success, from startup to handling challenges.
We delve into the costs involved in legal work, key considerations for business owners, and common pitfalls to steer clear of. Tune in as we guide you through the process of setting up your business as you expect the best days ahe...
What do you need to make sure your business is set up well? In this episode, we look at what legal steps you need to take to ensure your business's legitimacy, safety, and future!
9 things you need to do:
- Create your entity
- Get insured
- Get licensed
- Open a bank account
- Set up accounting software
- Set up payroll provider (if you have employees)
- Business phone
- Setup website
- Google listing
For every yes you give, in business and in life, you're saying no to something else.
This episode dives into learning when and how to say no to customers, to projects, and even when to say no to your team.
Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and the rest of the ConGenius and The Contractor Commute crew:
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Facebook: ConGenius | Sprin...
Is it time for you to hire your first employee?
This episode breaks down what to do if you feel like it is time for your business to grow. We'll talk through how to define a role, hiring for projects over long-lasting purpose, and deciding whether you mine for talent or hire it out of the gates. Whether you're on the brink of growth or just exploring your options, this episode provides valuable insights to help ...
Shawn Van Dyke is joining us for this episode of The Contractor Commute!
Shawn wrote Profit First for Contractors and is a business consultant for many in the construction industry. He wants contractors to run successful businesses and level up wherever they can while realizing that they aren't meant to do everything for their business all the time. Shawn has some great advice to get you started so you can take your l...
This episode is a hands-on approach to marketing that will help you get more customers, build a brand, and establish a reliable business.
Whether you are just getting started with your construction business, or you're trying to reinvigorate what you have, this episode is for you!
Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and the rest of the ConGenius and The Contractor Commute crew:
Website: Construction Sales, Takeoff, and...
Everyone who has ever worked in construction or some form of sales has stories of clients that they wish they would have avoided.
In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about steps you can take to minimize the impact red flag clients can have, and some steps you can take to avoid working for them entirely.
Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and the rest of the ConGenius and The Contractor Commute crew:
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Sales and marketing for your company could become a full-time position, but it doesn't need to start out that way!
In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about key strategies and tangible options that you can start working on today to sell better and start marketing your business.
There's more to sales than closing jobs and there is more to marketing than putting out ads. Let's dive in!
In this episode of The Contractor Commute, Ben gives some of the backstory behind ConGenius and how that has impacted what he wants his business to do.
Estimating construction jobs is an increasingly difficult task, but it can be one that saves your business and livelihood.
Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and the rest of the ConGenius and The Contractor Commute crew:
Website: Construction Sales, Takeoff, and Estimatin...
With 2023 coming to a close, Ben and Kinsey have a discussion on near-death experiences, New Year's Resolutions, and what is next for The Contractor Commute and ConGenius.
Thank you for making the past three dozen+ episodes of this show so fun! We've connected with many contractors trying to make their way and have been able to offer them advice and learn more of their stories. As we look to 2024, we'll cont...
The back office...not quite the place that many production-oriented contractors like finding themselves. It doesn't mean it isn't important and shouldn't be thought about. That's why we're here!
Establishing back office processes is vital to the success of your business and your role in leading or working in it. You don't have to do everything immediately, but if you don't complete your b...
Whether you're up and coming or you've been in for a while, it can feel like the number of true craftsmen is dwindling. To grow yourself as a craftsman and prepare for more to come, here are a few tips that we walk through this episode:
- Grow in humility
- Practice the right things
- Find the best way to learn
- Learn a complete process at a time
A construction industry full of humble people...
There are so many factors in play for business owners. How much time do you have? What skills are at your disposal? Are you prepared to be a leader or hire others?
Running a construction business is hard. In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about what it takes to make it work and what happens when you can't. You can do it! You've just got to set the right expectations for yourself and have a bit of grit.
Ballparking bids is normal. Everyone does it or has done it, but if you want to grow your business or move forward with confidence, you've got to take the time to learn your numbers and the cost of your business.
This episode breaks down why we ballpark bids, the thought process of moving beyond them, how to do bids better, and why it matters!
Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and the rest of the ConGenius and The Contr...
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