The Contractor Commute

On today's episode of The Contractor Commute, we’re diving into a critical question: "What should I charge vs. what can I charge?" Whether you’re a new contractor figuring out your pricing strategy or a seasoned pro looking to increase your value, this conversation is for you. We’ll explore how to evaluate your worth, adjust for market conditions, and assess if your value has

What sets Brad Leavitt, and AFT Construction, apart in the construction and contracting world? We dive deep into his journey—exploring how he built his business from the ground up, the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he leads his team with vision and purpose. Check out what Brad and his team can do! AFT Construction | Luxury Custom Home Builder in Scottsdal

Dan Parish is the Founder and CEO of Millworks by Design, a premier carpentry firm just outside Los Angeles.We’re excited to have Dan join us for this episode, where he’ll share how he's developed a unique approach to training the next generation of carpenters and craftsmen.In this conversation, we’ll dive into key topics such as:Building a training system that elevates your

If you don’t know what you’re doing with your business before you hire an office manager, you’re not going to know what to do afterward. Be cautious about hiring for an ill-defined position when your processes might be what are running you dry!This episode will help you break down if you need to hire an office manager or if you need to work on your priorities as a business ow

Creating new habits within your team demands commitment, a clear strategy, and a compelling incentive. To gain buy-in, you'll often need to effectively "sell" the benefits of these changes.In this episode, Ben and Kinsey dive into practical steps for building new habits and cementing your team's participation. By fostering a culture of positive habits, you'll set the foundation for

Customers can purposefully and unknowingly take advantage of you if you let them!In this episode, Ben and Kinsey talk about the subtle ways that you frame your business to ensure you aren't being cheated whether that is how you talk about getting work, negotiating price, or moving around your schedule. Take ownership of your business and walk tall!Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, a

Designers can help elevate your work to new heights, or they can be another bump in the road.Ben and Kinsey talk about working with designers, how to foster a healthy relationship, and the pros and cons that can come with it. Like any professional relationship, there is a lot you can do to help it succeed.If you haven't worked with a designer, this episode might give you a leg up!S

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:Website: Constr

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

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.Stay connected with Kinsey, Ben, and th