On this episode we sit down with Doc Cash Robinson Owner of Dirt Guy Excavation LLC out of Whitesboro, Texas. We talk about estimating, contract language, winning jobs rising costs of materials, fuel and labor and how to navigate these trying times in 2024 as we head into the election in November.
Doc's Social Media:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/doccashrobinson/
Dirt Guy Excavation Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/dirt_guy_excavation_llc/
Doc's Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@docrobinson76
Dirt Guy Excavation Website:
https://www.facebook.com/dirtguyex/
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On This Episode Brandon Sits down with Christopher Ballance a Mechanic with GH Cranes out of Terrell, Texas. They talk about Chris's background and how he got into the blue-collar world. They also talk about the Crew Collab and the mission it provides to the blue-collar world where Chris is an ambassador for the group.
Chris's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christopher.ballance?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Crew Collab's Social's
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On this Episode we sit down with Halston Holcomb, owner of TCX Land Management out of Dallas, Texas. We discuss getting ready for the summer with buying the right gear for the jobsite. We then discuss Halston's background and how he got into business for himself. We then talk about contracts and how to build a business in the construction industry.
Halston Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halston_holcomb/
Facebook:
(2) Holston Holcomb | Facebook
TCX Land Management Socials:
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On This Episode Brandon Sits down with Houston Garner who is a Safety and Fleet Coordinator at Lonestar Electric Supply and C130J Loadmaster in the Texas Air National Guard. They talk about Houston's story growing up, his journey to become a pilot in the Texas National Guard and how is helping grow the culture at the company he works for in his civilian career.
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On this episode Brandon sits down with Chad Porteck Owner of Circle P Excavation in Overton, Nebraska. He is also a member of the crew collab. They talk about Chad's background and how he got into the excavation business, and they talk about ways of bidding jobs and finding niches. They also discuss payment terms and how to negotiate jobs and how to set you and your company up for success.
Circle P Excavation Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/CirclePExcavation/
Chad's Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealnedirtworks/
YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5bvaPdYmQh_dFtyzshibKQ
Crew Collab Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the.crew.collab/
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On this Episode Brandon sits down with Bryan Furnace the Host of Diesel and Iron Youtube Channel and Co Host of Sweat and Grime Podcast. They discuss Bryan's background of starting in the landscape buisness in Texas and changing into Excavation. Bryan now lives in Michigan and is part owner of a small excavation company. We hope you enjoy the show.
Bryans Socials:
Diesel and Iron Website: https://www.dieselandironproductions.com/
Diesel And Iron YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/c/dieselandiron
Sweat and Grime Podcast :
https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXw8L1I3DkF16LQYsgiv3?si=4ced66fd11da4ffe
Sweat and Grime Youtube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@sweatandgrime
Sweat and Grime Website:
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On this Episode James Devinney Joins Brandon as a fill in Co Host. They talk about state governments, business and how to be a good construction manager/ project manager. James is the host of the Dirty and Driven Podcast.
Recommended Read:
Traction Get A Grip On Your Business By Gino Wickman
On this Episode we sit down after a 6 month hiatus. Devon and Brandon talk about the reason for the delay in recording a show. Changes to their businesses and how to constantly adapt in the constantly volatile environment the Construction Industry is going through currently. They also talk about taking care or your company and you're clients at the same time. They talk about rebuilding culture and relationships to help you move forward in 2024. Ongrades Social Media https://linktr.ee/ongrade
Recommended Read: Traction Get A Grip On Your Business By Gino Wickman Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Traction-Audiobook/B00A9ZO7T6?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Amazon:https://a.co/d/3SDQILN
On This Episode Brandon sits down with Erik Struebig from Minneapolis, Minnesota. They talk about Erik's how Erik's time in the military helped shaped the mechanic he would become for Manitowac Crane. They talk about mindset, grit and how to be a man when handling life and the business of construction. We also talk about Erik being a board member of the crew collab.
Erik's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e_struebig/?hl=en
Crew Collab:https://linktr.ee/CrewCollab?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=43d6a6b2-8c8b-4666-9762-20b1f7d7d910
On Grades Social Media: https://linktr.ee/ongrade
Donate to Truth Excavation cleaning up and doing search and rescue in Hawaii after the fires. https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-clark-family-truth-excavation-keep-servi?member=28686059&sharetype=teams&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&utm_medium=sms&utm_source=customer
Recommended Read: Traction Get A Grip On Your Business By Gino Wickman Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Traction-Audiobook/B00A9ZO7T6?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Amazon:https://a.co/d/3SDQILN
On This Episode Brandon and Devon sit down with James Deviney host of the Dirty and Driven Podcast and Colton McCormack of the Certified Wrench Podcast. We talk about the other shows and how we are going to help build a group of podcasts to help the industry move forward in the right direction. We hope you enjoy the show. We also have a great time cutting up and catching up. Certified Wrench's Social Media: https://linktr.ee/certifiedwrench Dirty and Driven Social Media: dirtyanddriven | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree On Grades Social Media: https://linktr.ee/ongrade
Donate to Truth Excavation cleaning up and doing search and rescue in Hawaii after the fires.
Recommended Read:
Traction Get A Grip On Your Business By Gino Wickman
On this Episode Devon and Brandon sit down with Daniel Villanueva Vice President of Pre- Construction for Moss Utilities in Dallas, Texas. Daniel talks about his background in the industry and how to grow your estimators and project managers and take your business to the next level of better clientele and contracts. We hope you enjoy this episode, also in the link is to two books we highly recommend that you read.
Daniels Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-villanueva-40924a33/
Recommended Read:
Traction Get A Grip On Your Business By Gino Wickman
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On this Episode Devon and Brandon sit down with Ryan Killingsworth who is an Estimator with Franklin's Earthmoving in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They talk about where to start with estimating from software's, techniques, figuring hourly rates and how to estimate a project correctly and not leave money on the table. Ryan currently works remotely for them in Texas. We hope you enjoy the show as much as we did.
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On this episode Brandon and Devon sit down with Matt Morrison Owner of MJM Utilities in Rockwall, Texas. Also a special Producer for the show Colton McCormack Host of the Certified Wrench Podcast. We talk about the utility industry and how Matt has grown from a one-man operation to running 3 full crews in the span of 4 years. We also discuss the importance of finding the right people, equipment and tools. We also talk about how to estimate and grow a utility company successfully and in a healthy way.
Matt's Instagram: https://instagram.com/mattmorr29?igshid+MzRIODBiNWFIZA==
MJM Utilities Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mjm_utilities/
Certified Wrench Podcast
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/certifiedwrench
Website: https://www.certifiedwrenchpodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ab3ouQzGIgHYlGuhwnKds
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/certifiedwrench_podcast/?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE%3D
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On this episode Brandon sits down with Colton McCormack Host of the Certified Wrench Podcast. We talk about Colton's Career, maintaining equipment, rising prices with parts and labor. Hearing from the other side of the fence and hearing what Mechanics deal with to make our equipment work.
Certified Wrench Podcast
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/certifiedwrench
Website: https://www.certifiedwrenchpodcast.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ab3ouQzGIgHYlGuhwnKds
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/certifiedwrench_podcast/?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE%3D
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078027187256
On this Episode Brandon and Devon sit down with Scott Friend the Host of The Construction Veteran Podcast. Scott Discusses his early career in the US Navy and his 2 deployments as a Seebee. We then talk about his career in the construction industry and how he is helping veterans get into construction with his volunteer work and also his help being in the construction industry as a general contractor superintendent.
Scotts Social's
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-friend-a8a05723/
The Construction Veteran Podcast
Linked In: (7) The Construction Veteran: Overview | LinkedIn Instagram: @constructionvetpodcast
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@constructionvet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BWQOb03lMZ83GzsExIkio
Patreon: The Construction Veteran | Connecting military vets in construction, one podcast at a time | Patreon
On this episode Brandon and Devon sit down and talk about starting their companies from Scratch and how they have grown them into successful businesses. They discuss the things people need to succeed in business and how to grow your business to be successful in Excavation and the Construction Industry. Devon and Brandon also discuss the key things you will need to take your business to the next level. They talk about leadership and the key it plays in making good decisions.
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YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/9q1hiomFJCc
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On This episode we sit down with Joseph Villareal owner of Villareal Civil Group. We talk about Villarreal's story and Villarreal Civil Groups story of in just over 2 years in Business, growing from a one man operation to having over seventeen Machines Operating in the San Antonio Area. We also discuss how to grow your employees and mold them into team players. We discuss leadership and ideas to help grow your business to the next level.
Villareal Civil Group: https:https://www.villarrealcivilgroup.com/
https://www.instagram.com/villarreal_civil_group/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-villarreal-04763089/
On Grades Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OnGradePodcast
YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWjNpmeDXP0PkU-nv_i94Q
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On this episode we sit down with Brian Mingus who is currently a superintendent with Flour Companies and is planning on going out on his own. We sit down with Brian to give him ideas on how to estimate jobs and set yourself up for success. We talk about best practices when you first get going and of course the most important which is winning that 1st project. We hope you enjoy the episode.
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YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWjNpmeDXP0PkU-nv_i94Q
For all our Social Media : Linktree https://linktr.ee/ongrade