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My Last Episode

Contracting Simplified - February 09, 2022 10:09 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
This is going to be my last episode here. I’ve got a lot of irons in the fire, and after giving it a lot of thought, I’ve decided, that unfortunately, this podcast is one thing that is going to have to go. At least for the time being. 

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How To Prepare For A Happy New Year

Contracting Simplified - January 05, 2022 19:04 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
How To Prepare For A Happy New Year - My Favorite New Year Planning Framework - Preparing for another year is imperative for an entrepreneur. And in order to do that. I’ve found it necessary to do two things: 1) Reflect on the past year, and 2) Plan for the next year. The cool thing about th...

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If You Are Stuck In Traffic Keep Moving Forward

Contracting Simplified - December 29, 2021 20:29 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
New Episode!!! In this episode Martin Holsinger tells about a recent experience stuck in traffic trying to get over the mountain pass, and how it inspires him to keep pressing on through the trials.  

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How To Use Change Orders The Right Way

Contracting Simplified - December 22, 2021 19:07 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Merry Christmas everyone!!! In this episode learn some tips and tricks around how to use change orders effectively. Special Guests:  Brad Leavitt from @aft_construction Jackson Andrews from @jacksonandrewsbuilding … “Use change orders as a way to improve the home or project.” … “Us...

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How We Build Trust And Qualify Leads With Our Website - Brian Kashas

Contracting Simplified - December 15, 2021 19:43 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
How We Build Trust And Qualify Leads With Our Website - Brian Kashas

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3 Contractors Share Their Expertise At IBS Builder's Show

Contracting Simplified - December 08, 2021 10:30 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
This is a live recording, never before published on this podcast, where Martin Holsinger interviews 3 Contractors Live at the Builder's Show. In this episode is a roundtable discussion with Morgan Molitor from @construction2style Brady Johanson from @bradycoltcustomhomes Chris Quinn from @...

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Instagram For Contractors With Corey Walker

Contracting Simplified - December 01, 2021 16:37 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
In this episode, listen to Corey Walker who has co-authored two Instagram Marketing books. She is a powerhouse of knowledge when it comes to Instagram marketing. This episode is stock full of insight and tips for contractors to use on Instagram. 

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Happy Thanksgiving - And My Wife's Heart Surgery - Martin Holsinger

Contracting Simplified - November 25, 2021 00:37 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
In this episode Martin Holsinger wishes you all a Happy Thanksgiving and tells about his experience of sitting in the hospital parking lot, in his truck, and waiting while his wife has heart surgery.   

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Would You Do Business With You? - Martin Holsinger

Contracting Simplified - November 17, 2021 10:04 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Inspired by a football hall of fame speech given by Jerome Bettis, this episode is all about the immense value of your name and reputation. Would you do business with you if you Googled your name and saw the reviews?

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Toby Cornell - Bid and Build Every Home As If It Were Your Own

Contracting Simplified - November 10, 2021 18:50 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Toby Cornell from @cornellcustomconstruction  ... In this episode Toby shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his luxury custom home building firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “You’re only as good as your last job.” … “Want to build a go...

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Rosario Mannino - Architect Led Design Build Firm

Contracting Simplified - November 03, 2021 16:50 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Rosario Mannino from @rsmannino ... In this episode Rosario shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his architect led design build  firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “If you want to be an architect, get a job as a framer first.” … “Use so...

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A New Mindset To Attract Your Dream Clients - Martin Holsinger

Contracting Simplified - October 27, 2021 13:35 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Martin Holsinger host of The Contracting Simplifed podcast.... ...Shares a lesson from the Dream Client Master Course all about having the right mindset.   

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Ollie Ledbetter

Contracting Simplified - October 20, 2021 05:31 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Ollie Ledbetter from @littletileguy ... In this episode Ollie shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his custom tile business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Try to choose a name no one else could use. A clever twist to the name will help it ...

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Rex Snyder from CarpentryPlus

Contracting Simplified - October 13, 2021 05:30 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Rex Snyder from @carpentryplus ... In this episode Rex shares stories and tips from his experience in growing his carpentry/remodeling business.  Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Most leads come through our website and social media. … “Steer everything thro...

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Andy Mac

Contracting Simplified - October 06, 2021 16:21 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Andy Mac from @gosforthhandyman ... In this episode Andy shares all about his story of growing his handyman business and successful Youtube channel. ... “Always have an exit plan.” … “Don’t bite off more than you can chew.” … “Make videos about what you enjoy. It’s much mo...

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The One Thing You Must Wear If You Really Want To Build Your Brand In A Good Way

Contracting Simplified - September 29, 2021 18:30 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Host: Martin Holsinger from @contractingsimplified and @martinholsinger ... In this episode Martin shares all about the one thing you must wear if you are trying to build a real and well-known brand.  ... It’s all about customer service. And this episode dives into ONE principle that wil...

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Ed Earl

Contracting Simplified - September 22, 2021 17:17 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Ed Earl from @the_zen_builder ... In this episode Ed shares stories and tips from his experience in advising luxury home builders through the entire construction process. His passion is helping builders to ease the stress and find peace of mind. He also is heavily involved in helping ...

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Chris Loughney

Contracting Simplified - September 15, 2021 16:57 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Chris Loughney from @fitch_hill ... In this episode Chris shares stories and tips from his experience in growing an award-winning building firm.  Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Do the right thing.” ... “Stick to what you are good at.“ ... “Have a “fi...

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Dan Arket

Contracting Simplified - September 08, 2021 05:30 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Dan Arket from Tekra Builders ... In this episode Dan drops some golden nuggets I’m sure you will find very helpful and valuable for your own business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode. ... “Be someone you would want to hire.” ... “To build a brand help everyone...

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The Two Levels Of Trust and How It Relates To Your Dream Client

Contracting Simplified - September 01, 2021 18:33 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
New Episode!!! Host: Martin Holsinger from @contractingsimplified and @martinholsinger ... In this episode Martin shares all about the two levels of trust every human has and how it relates to landing a job with your dream client. Here’s a few snippets from inside the episode: ... “Eve...

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Andrew Patterson

Contracting Simplified - August 25, 2021 16:24 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Andrew Patterson from @PattersonCustomHomes ... In this episode Andrew shares stories and tips from his experience in growing an award-winning building firm. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode: ... “There’s a new standard in this industry.” ... “Control what you can cont...

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Davie Santos

Contracting Simplified - August 18, 2021 16:44 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Guest: Davie Santos from @daviemactile ... In this episode Davie shares from his experience some of his knowledge which I’m sure you will find very helpful and valuable for your own business. Here’s a sampling of what’s inside this episode: ... “Focus on making the customer happy!” ......

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Austin Werrmann

Contracting Simplified - August 11, 2021 16:13 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Austin Vance Carpentry and @Tools_at_work 

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Doug Cameron

Contracting Simplified - August 04, 2021 05:30 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
An online show by contractors for contractors. We bring you the latest Inspiration, Motivation, and Education helping you use today's technology to grow your contracting business with purpose. (NOTE: This show was formerly called: Protractor Podcast)

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ANNOUNCEMENT! This Podcast Is Back!!!

Contracting Simplified - August 03, 2021 05:30 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
An online show by contractors for contractors. We bring you the latest Inspiration, Motivation, and Education helping you use today's technology to grow your contracting business with purpose. (NOTE: This show was formerly called: Protractor Podcast)

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How To Earn Extra Money From Home As A Contractor

Contracting Simplified - April 14, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
3 Ways that a contractor can earn some extra cash from home using the knowledge and experience he already has.

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10 Tips For Contractors Stuck In Quarantine

Contracting Simplified - March 24, 2020 19:06 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
I've been thinking a lot about all that we've been going through the past few weeks. And I've been thinking a lot about the contracting industry. So I recorded 10 Tips to help you as a contractor make the most of this time, if you feel stuck in quarantine. I hope this message helps! Please share!

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Peter Akguc

Contracting Simplified - December 11, 2019 10:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Peter Akguc started his career as trader on wall street after pursuing a degree in finance. But the stress of the job lead to an unhealthily lifestyle. He transitioned into real estate and construction as the economy was rebounding from the financial crisis. The skills he gained on wall street h...

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Adam McKinnon

Contracting Simplified - December 04, 2019 06:30 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Adam McKinnon from Utah is a stair builder who’s seen every kind of staircase there is. After a shortage of work, he started working as a subcontractor to grow his business. He found a small niche and networked with other contractors to grow and his business. You will be inspired by this episode!

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Justin MacDonald

Contracting Simplified - November 27, 2019 06:30 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
In this episode, Justin MacDonald, an electrical contractor from Nova Scotia talks how to price jobs, and the importance of properly estimating jobs. Also, he discusses scheduling when it comes to project management and staying small to maximize efficiency. 

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