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Contractor Bitesize books

Kevin

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3 months ago

You don’t lose jobs because of price. You lose them because people don’t trust you — yet. In this episode, we walk through one high-stakes project that pushed everything to the edge: a cold client, a flat crew, a blown deadline... and the turning point that saved it. Along the way, we unpack Dale Carnegie’s timeless lessons — not as theory, but as on-site tools that build trust, leadership, and real influence. If you’ve ever felt like you're carrying your whole business on your back… this one...

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You don’t lose jobs because of price. You lose them because people don’t trust you — yet. In this episode, we walk through one high-stakes project that pushed everything to the edge: a cold client, a flat crew, a blown deadline... and the turning point that saved it. Along the way, we unpack Dale Carnegie’s timeless lessons — not as theory, but as on-site tools that build trust, leadership, and real influence. If you’ve ever felt like you're carrying your whole business on your back… this one...

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/20)

Contractor Bitesize books

The Job That Nearly Broke Me — And What It Taught Me About Influence

You don’t lose jobs because of price. You lose them because people don’t trust you — yet. In this episode, we walk through one high-stakes project that pushed everything to the edge: a cold client, a flat crew, a blown deadline... and the turning point that saved it. Along the way, we unpack Dale Carnegie’s timeless lessons — not as theory, but as on-site tools that build trust, leadership, and real influence. If you’ve ever felt like you're carrying your whole business on your back… this one...

4 months ago

5 minutes

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Hard to Replace: How to Stop Competing and Start Leading - Zero To One

You didn’t plan to be the boss — but here you are, drowning in decisions, juggling chaos, and wondering how to make the business less dependent on you. In this episode, we break down Zero to One by Peter Thiel — not for tech bros, but for real-world builders who need a business that lasts. Learn how to escape the price wars, discover what makes you irreplaceable, and lead with clarity — without the fluff, hype, or MBA nonsense.

4 months ago

7 minutes

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Freedom Comes from Values, Not Hustle - What Patagonia’s Founder Can Teach Construction Owners About Building a Business That Actually Feels Good to Run

You’re not lazy. You’re just tired of running a business that pulls you away from what matters. In this episode, we unpack the bold business philosophy of Yvon Chouinard—founder of Patagonia—and apply it directly to the construction world. Because hustle can only take you so far. It’s values—lived values—that build real freedom. You’ll learn: Why most construction businesses are just glorified jobs—and how to change thatHow to turn your values into systems, habits, and hiring toolsWhy trustin...

4 months ago

6 minutes

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What a Roman Emperor Can Teach You About Running a Construction Business

Clients flake. Employees slack. Jobs go sideways. And somehow, you’re supposed to stay calm, focused, and in control? In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we tap into the 2,000-year-old wisdom of Marcus Aurelius—Roman emperor, battlefield general, and reluctant philosopher-king. His book, Meditations, isn’t self-help fluff. It’s a raw, personal journal of how to lead when the world feels chaotic. You’ll learn: Why emotions are tools—not commandsHow to build a mindset that doesn’t sw...

5 months ago

10 minutes

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You’re Making Good Money—So Why Do You Still Feel Broke?

You're finally bringing in real revenue—$500K, $1M, maybe more. But between the overhead, the chaos, and the late-night quote runs, you’re still feeling stressed, stretched, and stuck in survival mode. In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we unpack The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel—and why your financial problems aren’t about spreadsheets… they’re about behavior. You’ll learn: Why real wealth is invisible—and how flashy success can quietly destroy your marginHow to build a bu...

5 months ago

5 minutes

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Why Your Crew Doesn’t Care—And How to Fix It

You can’t build a business that runs without you if your crew only works when you’re watching. In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we break down Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek—a sharp, honest look at how great leaders earn trust, build loyalty, and create teams that perform even when the pressure’s on. For construction business owners doing $500K–$5M a year, this is the playbook for making the jump from reactive operator to trusted leader. You’ll learn: Why your team’s biggest performan...

5 months ago

5 minutes

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If You Disappeared for 4 Weeks… Would Your Business Survive?

If your construction business depends on you being on every site, solving every problem, and replying to every text—you don’t own a business. You own a job. In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we unpack Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz, a no-BS guide to building a company that runs smoothly—even when you’re not there. You’ll learn: Why your job isn’t to do the work—it’s to design the systems that do the workHow to identify and protect your Queen Bee Role (the one thing that keeps your busin...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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The Art of War for Contractors: Win Without Burnout, Chaos, or Price Wars

In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we translate Sun Tzu’s Art of War—written 2,500 years ago—into a modern battle plan for construction business owners doing $500K–$5M a year. If your company constantly feels like a warzone of client drama, crew chaos, and fires that only you can put out, this episode delivers three battlefield-tested ideas that will change how you lead: How to know yourself and your “enemy” to avoid jobs that drain your margin and your energyWhy the smartest contractor...

5 months ago

5 minutes

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Ben Franklin for Contractors: Habits, Systems & Freedom from the Tools

In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we break down timeless lessons from The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin—the original self-made tradesman who scaled himself out of the shop and into legacy work. If you’re a construction business owner doing $500K–$5M/year and tired of running every project by brute force, this episode gives you three powerful takeaways: How to use Franklin’s daily system to escape chaos and reclaim focusWhy building habits and training your crew are more valuable t...

5 months ago

6 minutes

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Do Less. Build Better: Essentialism for Overwhelmed Construction Owners

If your construction business is doing $500K to $5M a year, but your days are packed with chaos, client calls, and crew questions—you’re not lazy. You’re just saying yes to too much. In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we break down Essentialism by Greg McKeown—a playbook for escaping the grind and focusing only on what truly matters. You’ll learn: Why doing fewer things better will grow your business faster than doing moreHow to say no with clarity and confidence—without burning bridges...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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Raise Your Standard, Not Your Voice: How Real Leaders Win in Construction

In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we break down The Score Takes Care of Itself by Bill Walsh, and reframe it for construction business owners doing $500K–$5M/year who are trying to scale a business, lead a crew, and hold the line on quality—without yelling. You’ll learn: Why the culture you build today determines the results you get tomorrowHow to set a clear, non-negotiable Standard of Performance for your teamWhat it means to be a leader who is both demanding and empathetic—and why m...

5 months ago

5 minutes

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“Self-Help” for Builders: Timeless Lessons on Grit, Growth, and Building a Life That Lasts

In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we break down Self-Help by Samuel Smiles (1859)—the original personal development book that inspired generations of craftsmen, entrepreneurs, and self-made leaders. If you’re a contractor doing $500K–$5M/year, stuck between running crews and building a real company, this episode delivers three timeless lessons that still hit hard today: Why character, not talent, builds long-term trust and pricing powerHow to treat business ownership like a trade—pract...

5 months ago

7 minutes

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Scale Without Chaos: Rockefeller Habits for Construction Business Owners

If your construction business is in that $500K–$5M range, and you’re still making every decision, solving every problem, and holding everything together by force of will—this episode is for you. We break down Mastering the Rockefeller Habits by Verne Harnish, and show how three dead-simple systems can help you: Set a clear, company-wide priority every quarterCreate short, effective meeting rhythms that replace constant firefightingUse one number per person to boost accountability—without drow...

5 months ago

6 minutes

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$100M Offers – How Contractors Can Create Offers So Good Clients Say Yes Fast

Tired of clients asking you to lower your price? In this episode of Craftsman to Owner, we break down $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi and show you how to stop competing on price—and start creating offers that clients feel lucky to accept. Built specifically for builders and contractors doing $500K–$5M/year, we cover: Why most quotes are ignored—and how to make yours stand out immediatelyHow to reframe your services into a “dream outcome” with higher perceived valueReal-world examples of how to d...

5 months ago

7 minutes

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Radical Candor – How to Lead Your Crew Without Being a Jerk (or a Doormat)

Tired of walking on eggshells with your crew—or blowing up and regretting it later? In this episode of Craftsman to Owner, we unpack Radical Candor by Kim Scott and show how construction business owners can lead with both clarity and care—without losing respect or dropping standards. You’ll learn: Why "just being nice" is ruining your cultureHow to give honest feedback without blowing up moraleWhat it looks like to build a high-accountability crew that actually wants to stayIf you’re stuck be...

5 months ago

7 minutes

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Extreme Ownership – What Navy SEAL Leadership Looks Like on a Construction Site

Can battlefield leadership principles help you run a better construction business? In this episode of Craftsman to Owner, we break down Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin—and translate it directly for contractors and builders doing $500K–$5M/year. We cover: Why everything is your responsibility—even when it’s not your faultHow to build a crew that takes initiative (instead of waiting on your every move)What to do when the chaos hits—and how to prioritize and execute like a true...

5 months ago

6 minutes

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Turn the Ship Around – How to Build a Crew That Leads Without You

If you’re the one answering every question, solving every problem, and dragging your crew across the finish line—Turn the Ship Around! by L. David Marquet is your leadership wake-up call. In this episode of Craftsman to Owner, we break down this powerful book by a U.S. Navy submarine captain and reframe it for construction business owners doing $500K–$5M/year who are stuck in the day-to-day grind. You’ll learn: How to build leaders on your crew, not just workersWhy giving up control (the righ...

5 months ago

7 minutes

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The ONE Thing – How Construction Business Owners Can Cut Through the Chaos

If your to-do list is 30 items long and your phone won’t stop buzzing, The ONE Thing by Gary Keller is the mindset shift you need. In this episode of Craftsman to Owner, we break down this bestselling productivity book and apply it to construction business owners doing $500K–$5M/year—especially those caught in the chaos of quoting, managing crews, solving problems, and trying to grow all at once. We cover: How to identify the single most important task that actually moves your business forwar...

5 months ago

6 minutes

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Good to Great by Jim Collins – What Construction Business Owners Need to Know

What separates good construction companies from truly great ones? In this episode of Craftsman to Owner, we break down Good to Great by Jim Collins and reframe it specifically for builders and contractors doing $500K–$5M/year. If you’re leading a crew, quoting jobs, and trying to scale beyond word-of-mouth hustle, this episode gives you the core tools to evolve from busy operator to strategic owner. We cover: Why "getting the right people on the bus" is everything—and how to apply it on small...

5 months ago

7 minutes

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Build on Principles, Not Panic – Ray Dalio’s Playbook for Clearer Thinking in Construction

Ever feel like you’re making decisions on the fly, solving the same problems again and again? In this episode of Builder’s Book Brief, we break down Principles by billionaire investor Ray Dalio—and apply his thinking to the daily chaos of running a construction company. This episode is for builders doing $500K–$5M/year who are trying to lead better, think clearer, and stop running their business on gut instinct alone. We cover: How to turn painful mistakes into permanent systemsWhy writing yo...

5 months ago

6 minutes