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Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
Marc Watters
7 episodes
20 hours ago
Most small construction business owners see VAT as a monster waiting at £90k. In reality, it’s not the tax that hurts your business, it’s the fear of growing past it. In this episode, we unpack why so many builders and trades hover below the threshold, chase cash jobs, and limit their growth to avoid registering. Marc breaks down the myths versus mechanics of VAT: what it actually is, how it affects your invoices and margins, and why confident, compliant businesses use it as a badge of ...
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Most small construction business owners see VAT as a monster waiting at £90k. In reality, it’s not the tax that hurts your business, it’s the fear of growing past it. In this episode, we unpack why so many builders and trades hover below the threshold, chase cash jobs, and limit their growth to avoid registering. Marc breaks down the myths versus mechanics of VAT: what it actually is, how it affects your invoices and margins, and why confident, compliant businesses use it as a badge of ...
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Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #008 - The Dirty Word in Construction
Most small construction business owners see VAT as a monster waiting at £90k. In reality, it’s not the tax that hurts your business, it’s the fear of growing past it. In this episode, we unpack why so many builders and trades hover below the threshold, chase cash jobs, and limit their growth to avoid registering. Marc breaks down the myths versus mechanics of VAT: what it actually is, how it affects your invoices and margins, and why confident, compliant businesses use it as a badge of ...
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20 hours ago
7 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #007 - Not Every Job Is a Good Job
November and December can wreck a construction business: frantic deadlines, scope creep, unpaid extras, late invoices… and burnout. In this solo episode, Marc lays out a simple “say NO” framework to protect your profit, reputation, and cash flow, so you finish the year strong and start Q1 in control. You’ll learn Why “NO” is a superpower: avoid bad clients, bad jobs, and false “opportunities.”Standards over speed: keep systems, schedules, and quality tight under pressure.Stop scope creep:...
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1 week ago
8 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #006 - Build to Sell with Connor McAuley
In this episode of The Construction Business Blueprint Breakfast, Marc sits down withConnor McAuley, founder of Kaizen Print and now Move at Pace, to unpack what it really takes to build, scale, and sell a business From starting in a bedroom to exiting for seven figures and retiring at 40. If you’ve ever said “my business is my pension,” this conversation will change how you think. Connor reveals the exact mindset, structure, and systems that make a company attractive to investors,...
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2 weeks ago
37 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #005 - The Q4 Blueprint Every CBO Needs to Finish the Year Strong
What would I do if I had to rebuild momentum and end the year on a high, without burnout, chaos, or last-minute stress? In this episode of The Construction Business Blueprint, I, Marc, map out a practical Q4 plan for construction business owners who want to walk into the new year with confidence and control. Reflection turns into action as we focus on founder energy, team alignment, systems, finance, and momentum. You’ll learn: ✅ Why Q4 sets the tone for Q1 success ✅ How to...
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3 weeks ago
46 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #004 - Profit First Pricing for CBOs
Want to price construction jobs with profit built in, not crossed fingers? n this video I walk through a simple, proven process contractors can use to quote accurately, protect cash flow, and grow margins without racing to the bottom. What you’ll learn Scope clarity: gather drawings/specs, timelines & client expectations so profit doesn’t leak before you start.Contracts & risk: spot payment terms, retentions, LDs, back-to-back clause, and when to walk away.Overheads first: c...
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4 weeks ago
12 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #003 - 5 Warning Signs You’re Losing Money in Your Business (And How to Take It Back)
What would I do if I realised I’d lost control of my business… and needed to rebuild it into a calm, predictable machine? In this episode of The Construction Business Blueprint, I, Marc, walk through the five clear signs you’ve lost control of your business and the practical systems to take it back. From time audits and true margins to team autonomy and project sequencing, this is how you stop firefighting and start leading. You’ll learn: ✅ The daily diary method to expose time leaks a...
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
The Construction Business Blueprint #002 - The Secret to Surviving Construction's Busiest Season
Want to get back in control of your construction business and plan for growth? What would I do if I had to reset my construction business this September… and make sure I finished the year strong instead of stressed? In this 20-minute episode of The Construction Business Blueprint, I, Marc, break down the Three-Step September Reset. A simple system that transforms chaos into control so you can close out the year with focus and confidence. You’ll learn: ✅ Why summer’s irregular schedul...
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1 month ago
11 minutes

Marc Watters - Construction Business Blueprint
Most small construction business owners see VAT as a monster waiting at £90k. In reality, it’s not the tax that hurts your business, it’s the fear of growing past it. In this episode, we unpack why so many builders and trades hover below the threshold, chase cash jobs, and limit their growth to avoid registering. Marc breaks down the myths versus mechanics of VAT: what it actually is, how it affects your invoices and margins, and why confident, compliant businesses use it as a badge of ...