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Discover ideas, tactics, news, and information that matters to your contracting business and you. Increase productivity, profitability, customer and employee satisfaction.

Ruth King


    • May 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 374 EPISODES


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    Contractor Cents - Episode 372 - Built to Scale with John Nieuwenburg

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 19:51


    How do you scale your business? And, how do you get it to the point where it is not totally dependent on you? John Nieuwenburg, founder of W5 Coaching, gives you the steps to go from 3 to 10 employees, from 10 to 30 employees, and beyond. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 372 - Cut Credit Card Fees with Field Check Payments

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 18:24


    How to electronically take checks in the field and cut credit card costs More and more customers are paying with credit cards. But what about those who pay by check? Your techs can now electronically take the check at your customer's home and hand the check back to her. How? Using a new use of technology, iWallet. My guest, Jim Kolchin, a former contractor and founder of iWallet explains how. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 371 - How to Find Skilled Labor with 90% Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 18:01


    How do you find skilled labor? What if you found a source where you experienced a 90% success rate in finding that labor? What would that do to your business? My guest, Paul Sanneman, is the founder and Contractor Staffing Source. He'll explain how you can achieve a 90% success rate in finding labor. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 370 - Trade Empire Building with High 5 Plumbing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 18:39


    If you're a plumber and want to enter the HVAC arena, or an HVAC company and wants to expand to electrical, or any trade wanting to expand to another trade…how do you do it? My guests, Levi and Cassi Torres, owners of High 5 Plumbing, have expanded successfully into HVAC and electrical. They'll tell you how they did it. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 369 - Rocket Profits – Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 18:16


    In the last episode I gave you the 8 baseline questions you need to rocket your profits. This week I'll give you how to involve your team in achieving your moonshot. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 368 - Rocket Profits – Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 18:23


    What would it take to rocket your profits? What is the biggest goal you can think of that you'd like to achieve? I'll give you the story of moon shots and 8 baseline questions you need to answer to achieve the life of your dreams. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 367 - Blueprint for Strength

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 18:31


    Pat Miller took over the company, Blue Diamond Construction Company, when her husband passed away. For the two years when he was ill, the company shrank to its former self. How did she do it? Pat tells you – her story is inspirational. So, when you are going through tough times you can take strength and know you can push through too. Pat is the author of Kicking Karma's Ass which gives you the detailed version of how she survived and thrived. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 366 - Marketing Without the Overhead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 19:37


    What do you do if you can't justify the expense and overhead of the big marketing firms? There's a new tool, Profit Path (https://profitpathtool.com) which incorporates marketing, tracking, and more that you can use to help you grow profitably. Use coupon code contractor50 to save $50 on the purchase of Profit Path. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 365 - How Do You Cut Costs Without Cutting Staff?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 19:57


    How do you cut costs without cutting staff? My guest today, Lynn Wise, gives you the answer to this question and more. Lynn is the CEO of Contractor in Charge, a company dedicated to helping home service businesses by providing trained customer service pros and bookkeeping assistance. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 364 - Digital Door Knocking & Marketing in 2025 with Jimmy Speyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 18:48


    In 2021, 77% of consumers in the U.S., UK, France and Germany used Google to find business information according to a Statista report. Lead generation has changed over the years, but the truth is that contractors need to be where their clients are – online. Digital door knocking is nothing new, and contractors should leverage online tools to enhance marketing ROI and increase lead generation and conversion. What impact will the recent election have on digital door knocking? I specifically waited until after the election, no matter who won, to have my guest, Jimmy Speyer, discuss how demographic insights on consumer spending power help contractors be strategic in their marketing approach, in 2025 and beyond. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 363 - Greener Construction with David Hernandez

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 18:17


    Construction is one of the most egregious polluters of the environment. In fact, the industry is by far the largest generator of greenhouse gases, accounting for a staggering 37% of global emissions. This includes emissions directly produced by the construction industry, such as those from machinery used on construction sites, along with emissions during the operational phase of a building's lifespan. What's more, the built environment is responsible for one third of global resource use and 40% of worldwide energy consumption. My guest, David Hernandez, Managing Director and Head of the US, for Elecosoft, gives you a tool that can help you reduce your company's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and lowering climate footprint. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 362 - What If You Had Zero Turnover?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 18:10


    What if you had zero turnover? That's right, zero turnover. My guest, Dylan Milroy has achieved this feat. And yes, it is a feat in my opinion because so few companies every achieve it. When this happens, your customers notice it and they get comfortable with the people they have taking care of them. This leads to higher customer satisfaction, referrals, and more profit. Dylan is the owner and operator of Better Basements and Waterproofing. He'll tell you what he is doing to achieve zero turnover and how you can apply his process to your business. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 361 - Achieving Zero Turnover: Dylan Milroy's Blueprint for Business Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 18:50


    What if you had zero turnover? That's right, zero turnover. My guest, Dylan Milroy has achieved this feat. And yes, it is a feat in my opinion because so few companies every achieve it. When this happens, your customers notice it and they get comfortable with the people they have taking care of them. This leads to higher customer satisfaction, referrals, and more profit. Dylan is the owner and operator of Better Basements and Waterproofing. He'll tell you what he is doing to achieve zero turnover and how you can apply his process to your business. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 360 - How Do I Use Ai In My Business?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 19:52


    AI has been almost become a buzz word. These questions might be going through your head:  How do I use AI easily, and profitably, in my business?  How do I use it to scale technologically?  How can AI help me make better, data-driven decisions? And, how can AI reduce the cash outlay of one of our highest cash sucking expenditures, inventory? Amanda Harp, the director of strategic relationships for Xoi, gives you the answers to these questions and more. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 359 - What Are The Traits Of A Great Service Manager?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 18:27


    What are the traits of a great service manager? What do you do if your best tech wants to be manager and he doesn't have the personality and skills to become one? I give you the answers and more in this session. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 358 - 5 Of The Most Common marketing Mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 18:16


    What are the common mistakes you as a business owner, make in marketing? Robert Murray, gives you five of the most common marketing mistakes. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Intrigue Media, a digital marketing company that helps businesses that feel stuck increase visibility and quality leads so they can get back on the growth path. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 357 - How Do You Achieve Growth & Prosperity?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 18:51


    How do you achieve growth and prosperity? Join Ed Jarecki, who wrote the book on achieving growth and prosperity in six steps as he gives you the foundation to achieve growth and prosperity. You might recognize Ed's name – he's been my guest in the past. Ed has grown and sold businesses. He now coaches others like you on these six steps. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 356 - Sales Goals For 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 19:27


    Your Sales goals for 2025…at least the minimum of what you might want to achieve. I asked David Holt, the President of Silver Bullet Pricing, to give us his recommendations. You probably recognize David's name. He has been in this industry longer than I have been in it…his grandfather and dad were contractors in Columbus, Georgia. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 355 - Best Wishes For 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 15:08


    My best wishes for 2025 – activities to implement to increase profits and wealth…and of course impact your life and the lives of your employees. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 354 - 2025 Budgeting Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 15:04


    I give you questions to answer before you start budgeting and some different ways you might look at creating your 2025 budget. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 353 - Customer Retention & Growth In 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 21:52


    Customer retention and growth in 2025. Jason Kramer is back to give you some easy and unique ways that you might not have thought of to retain and grow customers in 2025. Jason is the founder of Cultivize, a CRM consulting firm that empowers companies to identify, nurture, and transform leads into real revenue. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 352 - What To Accomplish in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 15:24


    What do you want to accomplish in 2025? I'll talk about some easy ways to get started on your 2025 plan. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 351 - Powering the Future: Solar, Batteries & Generators Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 18:53


    This is part two of the series that discusses the technological advances in solar, battery storage, and generators. This podcasts discusses some of the major advances in solar. My guests for these discussions are Carol Smith, Senior Director of Sales and Ben Simon, Senior Regional Sales Manager for Endur Energy Systems. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 350 - Powering the Future: Solar, Batteries & Generators Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 17:54


    The advances in technology are staggering. We now have solar, battery storage, and generators. Which is right for your customers and you? What do you say if a customer asks you about these three topics? This is the first of a two part series that covers these three technological advances. My guests for these discussions are Carol Smith, Senior Director of Sales and Ben Simon, Senior Regional Sales Manager for Endur Energy Systems. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 349 - Happy Thanksgiving!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 4:59


    Happy Thanksgiving! My Thanksgiving wishes and hopes for your employees, family, and you. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 348 - 3 WaysTo Use AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 17:37


    Artificial intelligence, AI, is the latest buzz word that has been thrown around for a few years. ChatGPT and others use AI…and it can help us in many ways. What are the pros and cons for us in our industry? My guest, Roland, Ligtenberg, one of the founding members of House Call Pro, talks about using AI in three areas: automated scheduling, inventory management, and enhanced data. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 347 - Your Rolodex Is NOT Your CRM

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 19:10


    Your Rolodex is NOT your CRM. I'm probably dating my self when I use the word Rolodex. Back in the day we used our rolodex to keep track of our contacts, customers, and potential customers. No we have software to help us. Join Jason Kramer, the founder of Cultivize, a CRM consulting firm that empowers companies to identify, nurture, and transform leads into real revenue. Jason gives you easy ways to track and transform leads into sales. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 346 - The Best Exit Strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 15:38


    There is an exit plan for all of us. We don't know how long we will be on this earth. The last thing most of us probably want to do is to die in our office chair. But, what should your business exit plan look like? Chris Buttenham is the co-founder of Reins. They recently launched an equity solution that might help you. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 345 - How To Increase Your Time & Financial Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 18:44


    Imagine what your life would be like if you had financial freedom and time freedom. Many of us have financial freedom yet we are slaves to our businesses. Clay Staires gives you several easy to implement practices that can increase your time AND financial freedom. Clay is a seasoned leader, speaker, and coach with more than 25 years of transformative experience. His mission is to liberate business owners so they can experience time and financial freedom. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 344 - How To Hire The Perfect Salesperson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 19:42


    Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet What if you could hire and manage the perfect salesperson? Ok, you might call that person a comfort consultant or some other title. What would the perfect salesperson do for your bottom line? Jonathan Whistman has the proven methodologies for hiring that perfect salesperson. He is the author of the Sales Boss: The Real Secret to Hiring, Training, and Managing a Sales Team. Jonathan gives you a few things to do today! https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 343 - Fall Is Upon Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 15:06


    Fall is upon us. In some areas of the country fall is the start of the busy season. In other areas, fall slows down dramatically. Whether you are busy or slow, here are 5 easy to implement steps to have the best fall ever. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 342 - 6 Top Dumb Financial Mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 20:56


    Contractors sometimes do dumb financial things – I know you who are listening never do dumb financial things – you've learned from this podcast. With that said, I asked Denise W Grove, a CPA who works with companies on the financial segment of their business, to talk about her six top dumb mistakes. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 341 - The $12,000 Tax Loophole

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 19:44


    This may sound insane..we're going to talk about taxes and it's October. Why plan so soon? If you start on December 1 st its too late…so let's get prepared. My guest, Eric Broughton is co-owner with his wife Melissa, of BusyBee advisors. Eric gives you the answers to these questions and more: - The $12,000 Tax Loophole - Why the Tax System is Rigged & What You Can Do About It - 5 Essential Questions You Should Be Asking Your Tax Preparer Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 340 - Women in HVAC

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 18:16


    We all know there is a labor shortage in our industry. However, most of us are ignoring 50% of the population who could have a successful career – women. Amy O'Grady is the Executive Director of Women in hVACR and will talk about some of the progress we've made getting women into our industry. She'll also talk about the upcoming annual conference October 21- 23, 2024 in Dallas, Texas (men are invited too)! Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 339 - AO Smith Boosts Customer Profitability for 150 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 19:12


    AO Smith is celebrating their 150th year anniversary. I asked David Chism, the Vice President of Marketing and Customer experience to talk about how AO Smith has helped their customers be more profitable for the past 150 years. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 338 - How To Reduce Your Taxes Legally

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 16:35


    Almost everyone I know complains about paying taxes. The reality is that the tax code is set up to give taxpayers ways they can reduce their tax bill. Yet, many CPA's and others are too afraid to take advantage of what is written into law. What can you do about it? My guests, Scott and Chris Miller, have been working with business owners helping them reduce their taxes legally without gray areas in the tax law. They will give you some questions to ask your advisors as well as some areas you might want to take advantage of. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 337 - Hiring That Perfect Salesperson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 20:12


    What if you could hire and manage the perfect salesperson? Ok, you might call that person a comfort consultant or some other title. What would the perfect salesperson do for your bottom line? Jonathan Whistman has the proven methodologies for hiring that perfect salesperson. He is the author of the Sales Boss: The Real Secret to Hiring, Training, and Managing a Sales Team. Jonathan gives you a few things to do today! Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 336 - HR Tool Kit for Smaller Businesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 18:35


    In honor of Labor Day, I asked Suzi Lemen to give you some of the new rules and regulations as they apply to your employees. Suzi lives, eats, and breathes employee rules, regulations, and the alphabet soup that is FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act). Her company, Dynamic Corporation solutions, has an HR Tool Kit for smaller businesses – and it complies with the rules of the state you reside and/or work in. Suzi updates you on the newest, most frustrating rules so that you stay in compliance and out of an orange jumpsuit. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 335 - What NOT To Do When Growing & Selling A Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 18:51


    My grandfather and father ingrained in me – learn from the mistakes of others so avoid stress, cash issues, and other horrors with your business. Today, Chris Lee shares what NOT to do when growing and selling a company. He has been through the wringer…and he has volunteered to tell you his story – lessons learned and what to do when growing and selling a company. Pay attention and learn from his mistakes! Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 334 - How Do You Become Uncopyable?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 20:57


    How do you become uncopyable? My guest, Steve Miller and his smokin hot wife Kay, according to Steve, have become synonymous with the brand uncopyable…and the color orange. Steve and Kay just released a new book, Uncopyable YOU: Create a Personal Brand That Gets People to Know You, Like You, Trust You, and REMEMBER You! Steve tells you how being uncopyable can help you generate more sales. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 333 - You Don't Have to Personally Guarantee Loans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 17:15


    Most contractors and small business owners use bank financing. A requirement is almost always a personal guarantee of the loans. There is a financing method where you don't have to personally guarantee the loans. Brian Trask tells you how. To book an appointment with Brian go to jgalt.io/btrask Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 332 - Lead Generation with Daniel Bezden

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 18:50


    Lead generation numbers are trending down – both for Big Box In-Store generated leads and traditional advertising methods. And, today's millenials and Gen Z shop differently than other generations. So, how do you attract and get today's millenials and Gen Zers to pay attention. Daniel Bezden gives you the answers to these questions and more. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 331 - How Can Your Business be Found on Google?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 19:02


    How can your business be found on Google? You need to master the Google Map Pack. My guest, Brittany Murphy explains what it is, the four critical elements to be found in the map pack…and two diet pills you can take to achieve this. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 330 - Dumb Summer Mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 14:17


    In this second summer podcast, I discuss the six dumbest “when it's busy” mistakes that I've seen so that you can avoid them. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 329 - Summer Cash Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 15:43


    It's hot! Don't get complacent because cash flow is plentiful. I discuss five easy to forget actions you must take to protect your cash this summer. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 328 - Ruth July 4 th greeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 12:31


    My best wishes for a happy and prosperous July 4 th – and planning for the summer Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 327 - How To Keep Revenue Stable In Slower Months

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 13:16


    If you want to increase air flow by as much as 30%, increase revenues, and have a product that can be sold in slower seasons, join Dave McIntosh as he explains how Duct Saddles can help you achieve these results. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 326 - How Do You Define Success?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 17:44


    How do you define success? This is a deep and often ignored question. Join Ed Zarecki, coach and host of the popular podcast, Elevate your Business, as he answers this question and much more. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 325 - What Should Your Business Be Spending On Software?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 19:06


    What should your business be spending on software? Are you spending too much? Too little? More important, what should you expect the software to do? And most important, will it help you operate your business more profitably? My guest, Weston Zimmerman, Co-founder and CEO of SynkedUp answers these questions and more. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 324 - Just Add A Zero

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 14:58


    What happen if you “Just added a Zero” to your revenues? Or better yet, added that “Zero” to your profits. Before you say “That's impossible”, think about ways it could be done…and more important, what impact it would have on your business. Chad Jenkins is famous for helping business owners “just add a zero”… and you can check out his book of the same name. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

    Contractor Cents - Episode 323 - 91% Of People In Construction Feel Overwhelmed

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 17:59


    Are you one of the estimated 91% of all people in the construction industry who feel overwhelmed? Obviously you're not alone. My guest, Michael Pink, CEO of Smart PM, will give you some suggestions to decrease your feelings of overwhelm and increase your productivity. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

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