Survive & Advance: Building a Resilient Construction Business
ADDWORK NOT WORRIES w Ken Sunzeri
Release Date: 11/22/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode, we're diving into the concept of "Survive and Advance" as an essential mindset for construction business owners. Navigating the challenges of starting a business can be difficult. We want to help you understand how to prioritize core operations to make incremental improvements. We'll provide you with actionable insights for building a company that starts the test of time and teach you how resilience, strategic focus, and smart growth strategies can help you stay in the game and beat out competitors.
Whether you're a new business owner or an industry veteran, these lessons are crucial for sustainable success.
Timestamps:
0:00-0:30: Introcudtion to surviving and advancing in the construction industry.
0:40-0:1:13: Importance of 5-star reviews
1:15-5:12: How businesses survive through early challenges and why it's crucial
6:00-8:00: Focus on business resilience, the importance of improving daily systems, and building long-term vision
8:00-15:00: Managing resources properly
15:13-26:07: Keys to long-term business success
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of resilience for new businesses
- Navigating the critical 3-5 year danger zone
- Strategies to prioritize core operations and identify profit centers
- How to grow sustainably and build a business that lasts
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