Dominate in the Construction Industry | TCS MINI PODS | Ep 6
Release Date: 07/30/2024
The Top Contractor Podcast
In this episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy sits down with Michael Hoogeheem, President and Co-Founder of The Pavement Group, to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to scale a construction business — and lead from behind the scenes. Whether you're already a member or just hearing about TCS for the first time, this episode breaks down: ✅ How Mike went from working in homebuilding and sales to helping build one of the fastest-growing pavement companies in the country ✅ The origin story of The Pavement Group and why massive action beats perfect timing ✅...
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In this episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy sits down with James Hatfield, CRO at LiveSwitch, to dive deep into how contractors can embrace technology, future-proof their businesses, and create lasting impact. Whether you're already a member or just hearing about TCS for the first time, this episode breaks down: ✅ James’s journey from the job site to building billion-dollar tech companies ✅ Why most contractors struggle with technology — and how to simplify it ✅ How LiveSwitch is helping contractors reduce wasted time and win more jobs with live video...
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In this episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy sits down with Sandra Albert, Vice President at Bay Country, to dive into the future of women in construction and the incredible impact TCS Women is already making. Whether you're already a member or just hearing about TCS for the first time, this episode breaks down: ✅ How Sandra transitioned from entrepreneurship to a leadership role in construction — with zero prior experience ✅ The challenges and breakthroughs of being a woman in a male-dominated industry ✅ The vision behind TCS Women and how it's creating space...
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In this episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy sits down with Jim Williams to dive deep into everything Top Contractor School (TCS) has to offer. Whether you're already a member or just hearing about TCS for the first time, this episode breaks down: ✅ What makes the TCS community different from anything else out there ✅ The top 3 struggles contractors face today (and how TCS solves them) ✅ Real success stories from members who have scaled their businesses and reclaimed their time ✅ The coaching structure, live events, executive mentorship, and powerful networking...
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In this episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy sits down with found of Culture Matters Jay Doran to explore one of the most critical (and often overlooked) challenges for entrepreneurs: evolving from founder to CEO. Jay shares insights from over 12,000 hours of research, advising top leaders, and building his firm, Culture Matters, into a trusted resource for companies seeking real growth. Together, they introduce the CEO Manual—a powerful new tool designed to help founders gain clarity, reignite their passion, and take their companies to the next level. This...
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In this episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy welcomes back Nick and Anthony Abbruzzese , the dynamic duo behind Abbruzzese Floors, for a powerful conversation on the real impact of branding and marketing in construction. Hear how these second-generation contractors went from snapping jobsite pics on their phones (while getting side-eyed by their dad) to hiring a full-time videographer and landing major clients—all thanks to consistent, authentic content on social media. This episode dives deep into: ✔️ How social media builds the know-like-trust factor ✔️ The...
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In this powerful episode of the Top Contractor School Podcast, host Eric Guy sits down with the always-energized Caleb Kolb to dive into why adventure isn't just a luxury for business owners—it's a necessity. Discover how physically demanding, awe-inspiring trips like hiking the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim, Mount Whitney, and Glacier National Park are transforming the mindset, leadership, and resilience of contractors and business owners across the country. Eric and Caleb unpack the deeper "why" behind TCS Adventures—how doing hard things in the wild strengthens mental clarity,...
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Welcome to the Top Contractor Podcast! Hosted by Eric Guy, this episode features Nick & Anthony Abbruzzese, second-generation leaders in their family flooring business based in New York City. With years of experience in concrete polishing, epoxy, and self-leveling, they share insights on working in a family business, scaling a construction company, and maintaining craftsmanship in a competitive market. In This Episode, We Cover: Family Business Success – How to work with relatives without conflict. Scaling a Construction Company – Hiring, culture, and attracting top talent. The...
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