Episodes - Hammer & Grind : Built For Contractors

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2026.04.06 /41:26

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EP265: Why Most Contractors Struggle to Get Leads (It’s Not What You Think)

A lot of contractors still believe that if they do great work, the jobs will just come. But in today’s market, that mindset can quietly hold your business back.In this episode, Brad talk about:The …

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2026.03.30 /45:22

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EP264: How Contractors Are Making Money With Government Jobs (Inside Peacock Floors with Daniella Devine)

Public work in contracting opens the door to a wide range of opportunities, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. While many contractors assume federal jobs are the ultimate goal, there’s …

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2026.03.23 /31:10

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EP263: You're optimizing the wrong thing: Why Contractors Struggle to grow

More tools. More systems. More problems.If your business feels heavier instead of better, this episode will make you rethink what “improvement” actually means.In this episode, Brad challenges that idea and shares a different approach:The …

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2026.03.16 /36:55

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EP262 (Replay): The Harsh Realities of stating a Construction Business

Starting a business usually begins with excitement and big dreams. You imagine the freedom, the success, and the satisfaction of building something that’s truly your own. It’s easy to feel unstoppable in the beginning, …

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2026.03.09 /50:19

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EP261: Building Trust and Value: Rick Storlie on Effective Client Conversion

Most builders are obsessed with getting more leads. More calls. More estimates. More “opportunities.” But here’s the hard truth: more leads don’t automatically build a better business. If you’re tired of running estimates for …

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2026.03.02 /47:06

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EP260: The Hidden Costs of Decision Fatigue: Why Contractors Struggle and How to Fix It

How many decisions have you already made today? In the contracting world, it never stops — hiring, scheduling, change orders, client questions, pricing adjustments. By the end of the day, your brain feels fried. …

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2026.02.23 /49:57

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EP259: One big lesson after 18 years: Kyle Hunt with remodelers on the rise

It's simple to become distracted by what other people are doing, particularly in competitive fields like building and remodeling. Flashy marketing, new advertisements, and cheaper prices can quickly grab your attention. If you’ve ever …

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2026.02.16 /50:01

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EP258: Overcoming Challenges in Construction: Insights from Mark Story of Commercial Construction Services

What if the real reason your projects are behind, over budget, and full of tension isn’t a labor shortage, but a leadership and planning problem?In this episode, Brad and Mark Story talk about:Discussion on …

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2026.02.09 /42:24

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EP257: Profit is not a dirty word

Profit isn’t just a number on a spreadsheet. It’s what keeps your business alive. Everything feels rushed, tense, and reactive without it. When profit is missing, even good businesses end up in survival mode, …

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2026.02.02 /41:37

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EP256: From Admin Overload to Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Virtual Assistant

Running a business today means doing everything at once—clients, admin, follow-ups, and an endless to-do list. It’s exhausting. The truth is, the businesses that win aren’t the ones doing more; they’re the ones willing …

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2026.01.26 /39:44

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EP255: Hiring, culture, and leadership: Insights from Nicolas Breedlove with playgroundequipment.com

Every business has its beginnings, and Nicolas Breedlove's began in a little bedroom at his parents' home. Nicolas demonstrates that great businesses don't need big beginnings by sharing the true tale of starting his …

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2026.01.19 /24:33

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EP254: Contractor Tech Stack For 2026

If you’re still running your business the same way you did five years ago, you’re already behind. Learn how contractors can use technology to save time, reduce chaos, and stop being the bottleneck in …

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