Is your construction or service business drowning in software solutions that promised efficiency but delivered overwhelm? Jenny Benbrook, CEO and Founder of Powerhouse Consulting Group, joins the podcast to reveal how to finally make your technology work for you, not against you.
In this powerful conversation, Jenny shares insider insights on overcoming common pitfalls contractors face when adopting field service management (FSM) software like ServiceTitan. Learn why your software implementations fail, how to leverage AI effectively, and practical strategies to streamline your operations, boost team productivity, and dramatically enhance your profitability.
Whether you’re tech-savvy or resistant to change, Jenny’s straightforward advice can revolutionize how your construction business operates and thrives.
Key Takeaways
- 01:25 – Why most software implementations in construction overwhelm instead of streamline.
- 02:47 – The truth behind why your FSM software isn’t the “Holy Grail” you expected.
- 04:44 – Overcoming the two biggest mindset shifts contractors need for successful software adoption.
- 06:51 – The secret behind Powerhouse Consulting’s approach to relieving software overwhelm.
- 09:52 – A surprising way to automate accounts receivable and free up 15 hours a week.
- 13:35 – Why mastering technology is essential for legacy building or selling your construction business.
- 18:58 – Avoiding costly redundancies: How to stop buying software you don’t need.
- 23:00 – The crucial mistake contractors make in managing complex tasks like inventory.
- 24:40 – How AI will reshape the trades and how your business can lead instead of lag.
- 27:16 – AI is a tool to enhance your team, not replace it.
Connect With Jenny:
Website: https://mypowerhouse.group/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennybenbrook/
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