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Welcome to The 7-Power Contractor® Radio, a radio show for plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical and other service contracting business owners. Our mission is to help run your contracting business with less stress and more success. I'm your host, Al Levi

Al Levi


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    Urgent vs. Important

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 2:11


    Urgent vs. Important – what's the different? The two are not the same, and you need to know the difference. Listen in to find out more! https://7powercontractor.com/important-not-urgent/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Rent or Own?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 2:14


    Asking, "Should I rent or own my company business?" Good question. Here's what you should consider. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Where Did the Money Go? with Ellen Rohr

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 58:05


    Why owners must own the financial manager box on the org chart and how contractors do much harder math in their job than is required to understand their accounting and financials. [:008 ] The value of Ellen's best selling book, "Where Did the Money Go?" [3:05 ] A budget tells you what you need to hit your goals—but only if the numbers you're using to create it are right. [7:49] The three most important KPIs you need to track. [12:07] The two reports that allow you to track those three things. Cost of goods sold. [16:03 ] Who you need to help you figure out your financial situation. [20:40] Real world accounting vs. tax accounting [22:17] Getting your team in on the game [24:09] Getting to a "Known Financial Position" or KFP, keeping reports up to date, and reviewing them weekly so you can make better more profitable financial decisions. [31:14] The 1-page dashboard report updated weekly that tells you everything you need to know. [37:57] The process of getting to a Known Financial Position. Fixing the easy stuff first. [40:36] How Frank J. Blau, Jr. tackled the low self esteem issue in the contracting industry. [52:49] How charging the right price gives you the ability to give bad customers their money back and focus on serving the good customers. [54:00] Script for building value for the right price with a customer. [55:00]   Resources and People Mentioned The 7-Power Contractor Signature Financial System with Ellen Rohr Demonstration fo Financial Quick Check Document Service Titan (Schedule a demo) Where Did the Money Go? by Ellen Rohr (Amazon) Soaring with Eagles: The Life and Legacy of Frank J. Blau, Jr. by Ellen Rohr and Helena Bouchez (Amazon) The 7-Power Contractor: Run Your Contracting Business with Less Stress and More Success by Al Levi (Amazon) Episode 368: Embracing Financial Transparency to Build Accountability in Your Organization The Home Service Expert Podcast with Tommy Mello   Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Should I or My Company Own the Building?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 1:39


    Wondering if you or your business should own your building? Good question. Listen in for some ideas. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    You Need a Price Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 1:48


    You need your own price book, not someone else's. Don't believe me? Here's why... Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    The Power of Time Tracking

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 1:44


    Do you know where your day goes? If you answer honestly, probably not. Start by filling out a time tracking sheet. You'll be surprised where your time is really going. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Job vs Career: Which Do You Offer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 1:58


    Do you offer a job or a career? Employees aspire to have a career, and they need to understand their opportunities for growth within your company. Show them their career path using your org chart. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Divisions Create Divisiveness

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 1:43


    Having many divisions in your company can create divisiveness among employees. Get rid of all the divisions, simplify, and help your employees feel like a team. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Let Go of Perfection

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 1:36


    No one can be a 10 out of 10 in all 7 areas of their business. But you don't have to be a 0 out of 10 in any of them either. So if you can let go of perfection, you're going to have wildly great success. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    How to Bring People on after an Acquisition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 2:01


    You just closed an acquisition, and now new people are arriving at your company. How do you bring them on properly? Here's a tip! https://7powercontractor.com/smart-acquisition/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Two Brands?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 1:53


    Have two brands that work together? It's easy for them to become pitted against each other. Here's what you have to do to keep the culture right. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Hub and Spoke Well

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 2:22


    So, you have a hub shop with other satellite (spoke) shops. How do you run a spoke shop in the very best way? Here's where to begin. https://7powercontractor.com/to-spoke-shop-or-not-to-spoke-shop/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    The Best Way to Manage Your Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 2:20


    As a leader, how do you spend your day? It's vital that you manage your day well. Here are some guidelines to follow. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    How Great Techs become Successful Owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 2:07


    As a great owner, you can't be a tech. You need systems in place so that you can be the owner you need to be. https://7powercontractor.com/techs-become-owners/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    How to Move Beyond Owner-Operator

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 2:07


    Wondering how to move from one truck and from being an owner-operator to multiple trucks with multiple employees? Here's where to begin. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Adding a New Trade Correctly

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 2:15


    Wondering how to add a new trade to your business? The first step is to build a really good trade manual. But that's not all... https://7powercontractor.com/add-trade/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    How Do I Make Money at Install?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 1:52


    To answer the question, "How do I make money at install?," you first need to answer, "How do I NOT make money at install?" Let me explain... Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    How is My Service Manager Doing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 1:42


    How do you know if your service manager is doing a good job? Here are the key factors you need to pay attention to! https://7powercontractor.com/top-five-list/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    How is My Install Manager Doing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 1:57


    How do you know if your install manager is doing a good job? Here are the key factors you need to pay attention to! https://7powercontractor.com/top-five-list/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    What Should I Work on Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 1:58


    Do you need one more great idea? Or one great idea implemented? Start by creating a Top 5 List so you know where to focus your energy. https://7powercontractor.com/top-five-list/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    What Should I Charge?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 1:52


    How do you decide the right selling price? It all begins with a budget. Learn more in this episode! https://7powercontractor.com/3-column-fast-budget-pricing-method/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Holiday Bonuses Done Right

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 2:11


    Hey, Got a Minute?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 1:44


    Tired of hearing "Hey, got a minute?" all day long? It's disruptive to your day, and it's not benefiting anyone. Documented policies and procedures will create time for both you and everyone else. https://7powercontractor.com/got-a-minute/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Work on Your Business, Not Just in It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 2:02


    When will you find the time to work on your business, not just in it? If you don't put undisturbed blocks of time on your calendar, you'll never improve your company. Good news – it can be done! Here's how. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    We Were Idiotic So You Don't Have to Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 71:05


    Employee Referral Program Done Right

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 2:18


    If you want to put in place a great employee referral program, you first to need answer why you want your employees to refer people for the job. Listen in for some guidance! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Orientation – Vital for Success

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 63:44


    Having a proper orientation process is one of the most imporant things you can do for your employees, your business, and yourself. Don't believe it? Al Levi shares why on this episode originally aired on The Home Service Expert Podcast with host Tommy Mello. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Driving Phenomenal Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 1:55


    How do you drive the phenomenal sales you want? It begins with great sales coaching. Al shares about sales coaching in this episode! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Objective Processes vs Subjective Opinions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 79:30


    Does Radio and TV Advertising Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 1:55


    Does radio and TV advertising work? Yes! You just have to budget enough money and let it run for enough time. Get tips on how to make your radio or TV ad successful! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Al Levi's Real Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 69:42


    The real Al Levi shares his journey and how he got started writing the operating manuals and procedures that have helped countless companies over the years take control of their businesses and run with less stress and more success. Want to hear his story? Listen in to this episode originally aired on The Home Service Expert Podcast with host Tommy Mello.   Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com.   Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.  

    Does Direct Mail Marketing Still Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 2:20


    Does direct mail marketing still work? Well, yes, it never stopped working. Learn why here! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    What Are The 7-Powers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 88:21


    There aren't 100 things you need to do, just 7. In this conversation originally aired on The Home Service Expert Podcast, Al Levi dives deep into The 7-Powers with Tommy Mello. Don't miss this! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.  

    Do Written Operating Manuals Still Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 2:05


    In today's video world, do written operating manuals still work? Yes, they do! Videos just enhance the training. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Do Lawn Signs Still Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 1:55


    Do lawn signs still work? Yes, but they have to be the right lawn signs. What makes the right kind of sign? Find out here! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Should I Buy or Lease My Vehicles?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 1:59


    If you think you should buy all your own vehicles, you might want to think again. There are many reasons why leasing vehicles might be the better decision for your business. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    You Have to See It First

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 10:07


    What's the longterm goal for your business? Sell it? Pass it on? Before you can achieve it, you have to see it first. https://7powercontractor.com/see-it-first Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Delegating vs Dumping

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 2:00


    Delegating vs Dumping – what's the difference, and how do you learn how to properly delegate tasks to your employees? Here's the answer! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Creating a Business Someone Else Will Want to Buy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 7:07


    Look at your business. Would you want to buy it? If you say no, you're not alone. Here's how to create a business someone will want to buy! https://7powercontractor.com/want-to-buy/ Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Better Office by Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 2:01


    Having a better office design can improve communication and solve problems. A great layout starts with basing it off your Org Chart. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Buy-Sell and the 5D's

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 6:33


    Do you have a buy-sell agreement to prepare for the 5D's of death, disability, divorce, disaster, and debt? Learn how to prepare here! https://7powercontractor.com/buy-sell-5ds Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Are TV Stings for Contractors Fair?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 2:08


    TV stings set up for contractors are not fair. But if you have policies and procedures in place, your techs will be ready for the unfair situations, and you'll stand out from the competition. Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    The Dirty Secrets about Side Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 9:45


    Learn the dirty secrets about side work and how to stop your own techs from stealing your clients by putting your policy in writing. https://7powercontractor.com/dirty-secrets-side-work Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Acquisition Spectrum: Mild to Wild

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 2:18


    There's a whole spectrum of ways to acquire other companies, and those ways vary from mild to wild. Learn what they are! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Should You Add Another Trade?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 7:54


    Should you add another trade? To answer this question, you first need to analyze how you're doing in your current trades. https://7powercontractor.com/add-trade Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Need to Know 7 Million Things? Or Just 7?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 1:25


    Are there 7 million things you need to know in business? You really only need to know 7. Learn what they are here! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Why YOU Should Become a Better Trainer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 9:11


    When you become a better trainer, you will help young, willing people realize their potential while growing your business at the same time! https://7powercontractor.com/better-traine Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    3 Questions to Ask to Take Temperature of Your Staff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 1:57


    Want to keep your employees onboard? Here are 3 questions you should be asking them! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Operating Manuals: Ai (ChatGPT) or AL (Al Levi)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 11:55


    You might be asking if ChatGPT AI can replace Al Levi's operating manual program. The answer might surprise you. Find the answer here! https://7powercontractor.com/chatgpt-ai-al-levi-operating-manuals Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    3 Positions at Your Company Deserve a Bonus

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 1:58


    There are 3 positions at your company that deserve a bonus. Learn what those positions are in this episode! Find more resources at www.7powercontractor.com. Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

    Count Loaves of Bread, NOT the Slices

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 9:57


    Don't count the slices (tax accounting). Count the loaves (real-world accounting). This will help you make better financial decisions. https://7powercontractor.com/count-loaves-not-slices Notice to listeners: The information in this book, along with the forms and structures provided, are meant to serve as a helpful reference guide for the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and other contracting industries. The host of and contributors to this podcast take no responsibility for compliance with the laws or regulations that govern your specific business. The responsibility for making sure everything is compliant (among other things) is 100 percent yours. Before you implement any new information or forms, please check with your own trusted business advisers, including your own attorney, to make certain that the forms and the information you plan to implement will comply with all relevant laws, customs, and regulations.

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