Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman

A show focusing on a wide range of contractors from the Green Industry to General Contractors and beyond. Your host Caleb, runs a successful 7 figure business with his wife Brittany, and has over 20 years in the industry. “The Kid” has learned some valuable lessons he wants to share with you. The principles discussed will energize and empower you to crush your goals.

Ep 692. Hold Your Ground on Your Rates: Let the Data Do the Talking 03/26/2026

Ep 691. Stop Selling Landscapes: How to Become the Trusted Brand in Your Market 03/24/2026

Ep 691. Stop Selling Landscapes: How to Become the Trusted Brand in Your Market Caleb interviews from , a brand strategist who helps landscapers differentiate themselves in a saturated market. Diego argues that contractors often struggle because they sell services based on price and utility rather than uncovering their deeper purpose. He encourages business owners to move past a victim mentality and embrace a heroic identity by recognizing the profound human connection their work facilitates. By defining a clear "why" and aligning it with consistent branding, owners can transition from being mere operators to becoming visionary leaders. The discussion emphasizes that high-level success requires mental clarity, robust systems, and the belief that one is building a lasting legacy rather than just performing manual labor. Key Takeaways: Define your deep purpose by looking beyond your daily tasks to understand the ultimate impact your work has on the lives of others. Adopt a hero mindset by choosing to believe that challenges happen for you and your growth rather than seeing yourself as a victim of circumstance. Create clarity and reduce chaos in your life and business by implementing structured systems and frameworks to manage your goals. Focus on selling outcomes rather than just services by painting a clear picture for others of what life looks like after their problem is solved. Establish clear expectations for yourself and those you lead to ensure everyone is aligned and held accountable to the same standards. Connect with Auman Landscape 📺 YouTube 🌐 All Links 📸 Instagram 👷 👷‍♂️ 👷‍♀️ The Hardsacpe Academy 👫 👩‍❤️‍👨 Together In The Trades Episode Sponsors 📸 CompanyCam – Get 50% off for 2 months 💰 Cycle CPA – Save $200 Use code: AUMAN 🛠 LMN Software – Save on onboarding Use code: AUMAN 🚜⚙️🛠️ Steelwrist 🛠 Leanscaperhttps://leanscaper.com/ 🚜 Equip Use code: AUMAN 💰 John Pajak 🧠 🎯 💡 FRWRD Coaching /episode/index/show/kidcontractor/id/40558670

Ep 690. Stop Managing Time and Start Managing Your Choices: A New Blueprint for Hardscape Pros 03/19/2026

Ep 690. Stop Managing Time and Start Managing Your Choices: A New Blueprint for Hardscape Pros This episode of the Kid Contractor Podcast features Caleb Auman interviewing , an expert on purposeful productivity and best-selling author. Dalton challenges the traditional concept of time management, arguing that time itself cannot be managed; instead, individuals must manage their choices, intentions, and energy. She introduces her "five Ps" framework—purge, process, prioritize, protect, and propel—to help listeners transition from a state of constant busyness to one of meaningful achievement. The conversation emphasizes the importance of habit stacking over raw discipline and encourages entrepreneurs to define their "cathedral," or long-term vision, to filter daily tasks. Dalton highlights that true productivity is not about doing more work, but about performing the most important work to ensure personal happiness and presence. Key Takeaways: Shift your focus from trying to manage time to intentionally managing your choices, activities, and intentions. Perform a weekly "purge" by writing down every idea and task in your head to create mental clarity and reduce stress. Establish a long-term vision, or "cathedral," and work backward to determine the practical steps you need to take in the coming months. Schedule non-negotiable blocks of time on your calendar for deep work and strategic thinking to prevent your day from being consumed by minor distractions. Implement habit stacking by attaching a new, small desired behavior to a routine you already perform consistently every day. Connect with Auman Landscape 📺 YouTube 🌐 All Links 📸 Instagram 👷 👷‍♂️ 👷‍♀️ The Hardsacpe Academy 👫 👩‍❤️‍👨 Together In The Trades Episode Sponsors 📸 CompanyCam – Get 50% off for 2 months 💰 Cycle CPA – Save $200 Use code: AUMAN 🛠 LMN Software – Save on onboarding Use code: AUMAN 🚜⚙️🛠️ Steelwrist 🛠 Leanscaperhttps://leanscaper.com/ 🚜 Equip Use code: AUMAN 💰 John Pajak 🧠 🎯 💡 FRWRD Coaching /episode/index/show/kidcontractor/id/40512000

Ep 689. Preparing for the Economic Winter: How to Turn a Recession into Your Greatest Opportunity 03/17/2026

Ep 689. Preparing for the Economic Winter: How to Turn a Recession into Your Greatest Opportunity Caleb speaks with serial entrepreneur , who shares insights from his 40-year career across 31 different businesses. The conversation focuses on the psychological shift from forced discipline to authentic commitment, emphasizing how personal purpose pulls an individual toward success more effectively than constant internal pressure. Kerrigan explains the importance of changing one’s "primary question" to foster joy and appreciation rather than judgment or a rigid need to be right. He also provides strategic business advice on navigating economic cycles, suggesting that maintaining high cash reserves during "summer" periods allows for massive growth during "winter" recessions. Throughout the podcast, Kerrigan stresses that radical self-awareness and humility are the most critical tools for any leader seeking long-term fulfillment. Key Takeaways: Focus on finding a purpose that pulls you forward with momentum rather than relying solely on discipline to push yourself through tasks. Pay attention to physiological triggers like defensiveness to recognize when you are resisting a truth about yourself that someone else is reflecting. Improve your daily experience by intentionally shifting your primary internal question to one that focuses on appreciation and joy. Actively seek out mentors and strive to be the least knowledgeable person in a room to accelerate your personal and professional growth. Establish strong organizational structures and financial reserves during prosperous times to ensure your stability when the economic season inevitably shifts to a downturn. Connect with Auman Landscape 📺 YouTube 🌐 All Links 📸 Instagram 👷 👷‍♂️ 👷‍♀️ The Hardsacpe Academy 👫 👩‍❤️‍👨 Together In The Trades Episode Sponsors 📸 CompanyCam – Get 50% off for 2 months 💰 Cycle CPA – Save $200 Use code: AUMAN 🛠 LMN Software – Save on onboarding Use code: AUMAN 🚜⚙️🛠️ Steelwrist 🛠 Leanscaperhttps://leanscaper.com/ 🚜 Equip Use code: AUMAN 💰 John Pajak 🧠 🎯 💡 FRWRD Coaching /episode/index/show/kidcontractor/id/40490065

Ep 688. From Employee to Owner: The 5-Year Blueprint for a Successful Strategic Buyout 03/12/2026

Ep 687. Successful but Broke? The Raw Truth Behind a 7-Figure Business 03/10/2026

Ep 686. ConExpo Day One: Mastering the Chaos of a Rapidly Growing Business 03/08/2026

Ep 686. ConExpo Day One: Mastering the Chaos of a Rapidly Growing Business Caleb and Brittany are podcasting from Las Vegas during the ConExpo construction trade show. They discusses their business operations, including the launch of a new coaching group and Brittany’s upcoming presentation on business growth. A significant portion of the conversation focuses on financial maturity, where they credit budgeting software and CFO services for transforming their company from a struggling venture into a profitable seven-figure business. They reflect on the necessity of professionalizing operations and moving away from "management by chaos" to achieve long-term stability. The episode serves as both a travel log of their time in Nevada and an educational resource for contractors seeking to improve their administrative systems. Key Takeaways: Avoid the temptation to fill your schedule with "junk work" during slow periods and instead remain selective to ensure you are available for high-quality projects that fit your ideal business profile. Utilize professional budgeting and management software to clearly see your numbers and ensure that every job you take is generating a real profit. Shift from reactive to proactive financial management by working with a CFO who can help you plan for future growth rather than just looking at past performance. Develop the confidence to charge higher prices by respecting the value of your work and understanding the actual overhead costs required to run a sustainable business. Practice long-term financial foresight by incrementally budgeting for future major expenses, such as new equipment or facilities, well before you actually need to make the purchase. Episode Sponsors CompanyCam – Get 50% off for 2 months Cycle CPA – Save $200 (Use code: AUMAN) LMN Software – Save on onboarding (Use code: AUMAN) Connect with Auman Landscape YouTube: Instagram: All Links: /episode/index/show/kidcontractor/id/40356940