Construction Champions Podcast

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Kolton Myers and Ron Nussbaum talk about building a 7-figure business from referrals! Kolton has mastered the action it takes and the follow-up needed to build high-level relationships with those in the industry and today he tells you what it takes.

Kolton’s Bio

Born and raised in Arizona.

I had a difficult time through school. Not academically. I was just a pissed off kid. I fought almost daily. How I was not kicked out of school is beyond me. My mom dipped out when I was about 7 or 8. My step dad adopted me. I say step dad but he was there since almost day one.

I pushed a-lot of friends away with my anger and hate. But I learned from that and overcame all that BS.

Graduated high school in 2011.

In high school I worked at a car wash. Where shortly after graduating I was promoted to site manager. I quickly became bored with the car wash industry. I quit with no plan or back up job. I was hired on at a local remodeling company. Quickly learned that I didn’t like hanging drywall. So I put feelers out. My Aunts restoration company was seeking a helper.

So in June 2012 I was hired. About 6 months into the industry I was thrown into a lead technician roll. Where I quickly had to learn the industry and quickly built my skills of problem solving. I quickly found a passion for the industry.

hard working by nature, I rose to the top of my aunts company over the span of 10 years. October of 2021 some massive changes were up and coming that I didn’t want to be apart of. I had an opportunity fall in my lap. And that was to start my own restoration company. That’s where Diamondback Disaster Services was born. My aunt new my plan but her now Ex husband did not so as I planned my departure he found out what I was doing and rightfully let me go on the spot in December.

He made it easy on me I wasn’t sure how I would have that conversation. I truly do appreciate everything I learned from him and that he introduced me to this amazing industry.

January 2022

Luckily I had a few months of months of planning under my belt I had significantly reduced my personal overhead. Refinanced my house, sold my Rzr, used funds from refinance to pay off truck and other debts and put money in the bank.

A great Friend of mine Eric owner of Eco roofing solutions gave me a sales job to help me out and give me something to do while I waited for my non compete to expire.

June of 2022 we fully launched

June-December we did 650k in revenue!

2023 I plan on hitting 1.5million!

When I’m not taking care of clients and ensuring the highest quality possible. I enjoy personal development, out door activities sports with the kids, fishing, Off-roading, Pokémon battling and collecting with the kids, and playing and collecting Magic The Gathering for me.

Kolton’s Links

https://instagram.com/thatrestorationguy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

https://www.facebook.com/kolton.myers.7?mibextid=LQQJ4d

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Matt Dibara and Ron Nussbaum talk about the roadblocks of hiring and what culture should look like as you grow your company. With 104 years of data Matt continues to investigate the corners of the room to improve his own company and helps others do the same.

Matt’s bio

Fourth generation mason Matt DiBara mixed his first bag of concrete at age 9 and went on to spend most of his childhood learning the trade, eventually placing first in the national SkillsUSA masonry competition. From there, he branched out to attend the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, where he earned a degree in Construction Management and Environmental Design.

After graduating, Matt took over his family's construction business and relocated to Los Angeles, where he went on to be mentored by the likes of marketing guru Jay Abraham and business tycoon Mike Agugilaro of CEO Warrior fame. Since then, he has built up DiBara Masonry to become the leading masonry and concrete company in the county, working on some of the most prestigious and well known celebrity homes in the city, in addition to restoring a number of Hollywood's most famous cultural landmarks.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬

The Contractor Consultants brings clarity and accountability to its partners by deeply understanding their current business while guiding them through a detailed and personalized Guide to Freedom.

✔ Contractor-specific advice is always the answer.

✔ Advice should always be given with respect and from a deep understanding.

✔ True growth is achieved with passion & transparency.

✔ Wherever you are reading this from, thank a contractor.

𝐃𝐢𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐫𝐲

At DiBara Masonry, we are proud to be a fourth-generation company. Michael Larusso and Matteo DiBara emigrated to the United States from Italy in the early 1900s, leveraging the one skill they had to support themselves: masonry. Each of them built his new home from brick and stone, with the help of the neighboring community and from the ground up. At the time, it may have appeared that they were merely constructing residences, but it would turn out that they were building the foundation of a legacy that would last for decades.

Matt’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Angela Gardner & Christi Powell talk with Ron Nussbaum about having the opportunity to help mentor the next generation of women in construction, the journey that brought them both into the construction industry and the passion they both have for seeing everyone win together.

Christi’s Bio

Christi is a servant leader who loves people, efficiency, productivity, and results 💪. As a woman leader in the construction industry, creating a culture of value and creativity for other women has been a newfound dream of hers, she says she GETS to do this every day!!

Christi Powell has worked in the commercial and residential construction industry for over 30 years and is currently the Women's Business Enterprise Lead for 84 Lumber Company.

A large part of Christi’s success comes from her communication, business acumen, and supporting businesses with compassion. She finds fulfillment in making an impact with inclusivity in the construction, manufacturing, and industrial industries.

Christi holds several National awards such as Women of influence, WBE Advocate of the year, Groundbreakers, Business Excellence, and Changemaker. She serves on several boards to increase awareness of the value of women needed in the industry while bringing her business acumen and strong leadership skills to support change.

She is the co-host of Women Talk Construction, a podcast highlighting women and men supporting women in non-traditional roles. The website includes a forum where her large network of incredible women and men can connect. She is also the Co-founder of Women Confidence Builders, a non-profit event building confidence, encouraging mentorship, and creating a unity with all people.

Angela’s Bio

Angela brings nearly three decades of industry-specific experience in construction, engineering, and architecture with expert knowledge in strategic and operational management to her role. Her main responsibilities include community involvement, memberships, social media, business development, workforce development, and marketing. Community service is a hallmark and natural extension of Angela’s life and work, serving as the co-founder of the Women Construction Forum, Upstate SC, and Women Talk Construction (podcast co-host). She is also a member of Women in Manufacturing, CREW Network, Upstate SC Alliance, SCBio, Development Corporation of Anderson County, and Anderson Chamber. She has served on numerous boards and committees throughout her career. Angela seeks balance in her life with her joy of cooking, baking, time with family, hiking, yoga, reading, and traveling.

#TogetherIsBetter

Branding is essential. I am lucky enough to be able to contribute to a sector I love: CONSTRUCTION. I love the PEOPLE and company I get to do it for ~ JOB + PASSION = Career Success & Happiness

Christi’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Chris Michel and Ron Nussbaum talk about the overthinking that pledges the construction industry from getting shit done and leads to just being busy! Chris talks about real world examples to overcome overthinking.

Chris’s Bio

Author – The Red Chair Experience, Founder CM Consulting, LLC – Sales and Business Consulting for the home services industry. Chris has over 30 years of sales and management experience and helps small to medium business owners increase sales by creating processes, metrics, and key performance indicators. Chris helps develop business culture and provides big-picture views to guide your company towards more profits.

Chris’s Links

How to contact Chris: https://linktr.ee/coachchrisconsulting  www.coachchrisconsulting.com

Calendar link: https://calendly.com/cmconsulting84/coach-chris-introduction-short 

Book link: https://coachchrisconsulting.com/the-red-chair/the-red-chair-experience/the-red-chair-experience-autograph-order/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/195635316X

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Gavin Coyle and Ron Nussbaum talk about the impacts of health and safety in the construction industry, discussion best practices for bringing on and creating these roles within your business.

Galvin’s Bio

The Safety CEO Gavin Coyle is the Founder and CEO of Coyle Group, a company that specializes in recruiting outstanding health and safety professionals on behalf of clients worldwide. Coyle Group is known for delivering premium safety people to manage high impact projects in wind, energy, utilities, and engineering. Gavin is a Global Safety Leader, Influencer and Board Advisor with over 25 years of experience holding safety leadership and consulting positions. He has founded and co-founded multiple businesses in the area of safety, recruiting and software. A thought leader, speaker, and safety mentor working with individuals, small business owners and Tierone companies.

As The Safety CEO and A Global C-Level Executive, Gavin wants to help and share his experiences with employers and their teams to improve safety, corporate governance, risk maturity and resourcing so that every employer can find practical and achievable solutions and every worker can feel safe, secure and without risk within the workplace. Gavin and his company, Coyle Group aim to act their clients’ health and safety partner of choice in ensuring that their organization has access to a reliable pipeline of high-quality safety professionals on a long-term or short-term basis. They also provide safety consultancy services. Everything they do is tailored to match the client’s project-specific requirements and budget expectations.

Gavin holds a level 9 MBS in workplace Safety from DCU, a Diploma in Safety, a Certificate in Law, and with a Diploma in Corporate Governance. He has built 7 figure businesses using his unique and proven model that allows any business idea and vision to scale. With have over 20,000 LinkedIn connections. He is the Author of ''Workplace Safety on a Budget'', a must-read book for entrepreneurs, investors, business owners, management teams and safety professionals of all levels. Gavin have over 20,000 LinkedIn connections and he has contributed to many leading industry podcasts, events, and print articles. Gavin have helped thousands of business owners change their lives, and with his proven track record, expertise and experience, he can help you as well.

Galvin’s Links

https://gavin-coyle.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavincoyle/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erx9Dfo4nME

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5zIOlX27AE

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Maggie Perotin and Ron Nussbaum talk about the fundamentals of getting out of working in your busy to working on your business.  Overcoming the industry standard of how it is always done and letting go of the busy!

Maggie’s Bio

As an international business and leadership coach, Maggie helps service-based business owners grow their businesses without overwhelm.

With her DREAM-PLAN-DO coaching model her clients scale while transforming into high-performing CEOs of their business.

Maggie has over 13 years of experience in corporate leadership roles and holds an executive MBA from Jack Welch Management Institute.

She lives in Canada, metro Toronto area with her blended family with 4 kids. Maggie loves spending time in nature, traveling, reading, dancing and good food.

Maggie’s Links

https://stairwaytoleadership.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-perotin-business-and-leadership-coach/

https://www.instagram.com/maggie.perotin.s2l/

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Tommy Mello and Ron Nussbaum talk about being humble enough to ask for help and then being able to accurately put the systems in place to grow. Having a business is a lot of work and you should be building it right.

Tommy’s Bio

Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, the host of the Home Service Expert podcast, and owner, partner, or investor in 14 other businesses ranging from Christmas lights to real estate to mobile apps. In 2010, Tommy became the sole owner and operator of a single Phoenix-based garage door service business, which came with $50,000 in debt. Today, A1Garage generates north of $150 million dollars in annual revenue, with over 500 employees in 16 states.

Tommy is a regular contributor to Inc., Entrepreneur, and other business publications on the topic of entrepreneurship and small business as well as a sought after podcast, radio and television guest. When not in the office or working on the businesses, you’ll find him on a plane headed to exotic destinations or chasing the little white ball around one of Arizona’s many golf courses.

Tommy’s Links

https://www.instagram.com/officialtommymello/

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Connor Babcock and Ron Nussbaum talk about what it’s like to make the transition from w-2 to owner. Connor talks about building from nothing in a way that people want to be with you and the most important thing to do when starting out.

Connor’s Bio

About me:

I graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with two bachelor’s degrees, one in Finance and the other in Insurance & Risk Management. I worked in the banking industry for about a decade during and after college, where I rose from a Teller to a Credit Analyst.

In December 2017, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, which kicked me into gear and showed me that life doesn’t just happen for you; you have to make it happen.

Then the pandemic happened. As someone who is immuno-compromised, I started working remotely. I applied to jobs all over and was was finally hired as the operations manager/business advisor for an accounting firm called iCFO. My first business advisement meeting with a client was where I fell in love with helping small business owners and knew that’s all I want to do for the rest of my life.

Connor’s links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron Nussbaum and Ryan Growth talk about what it takes to become a true professional. Define success for yourself today and learn to get in the right rooms. You will not be disappointed with the knowledge Ryan drops on this episode.

Ryan’s Bio

Ryan is a former professional baseball player who got into sales in the construction industry after his career in baseball ended.

Growing up, his parents owned a construction company and he saw the pains that they went through due to not having a predictable, consistent sales system in place.

Today Ryan has helped transform over 500+ contracting, trades, and building materials businesses through the sales transformation model.

Ryan’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron Nussbaum and Tom Reber talk about numbers and the daily fight you have as a construction business owner. Tom is an expert at overcoming the daily struggles that cause most to fail and he helps others over the roadblocks.

Tom Bio

My name is Tom Reber, and I come from a family of tradesmen. That’s me and my dad in the picture.

My dad was a tile guy — my uncle and grandfather were painters.

They worked hard. Each day they’d come home tired, dirty, and stinking of a job site.

We were broke. I grew up in Wheaton, Illinois. It’s an expensive place to live. My friends’ dads were all doctors, lawyers, and dentists. I never had the money to hang with them.

In the summers, I worked for my uncle. At least as a painter, I didn’t have to crawl around on the floor and lug heavy boxes of tile.

I never wanted to be in the trades. It looked like a shitty option to me. So straight out of high school, I joined the Marines.

When I got back from the Corps, I got a job in sales, selling rebar and other building materials. It paid the bills, and I was pretty good at it, but I was never going to get rich.

A family friend needed his deck stained. I told him I could do it. A couple of days later, I pocketed $1,800. This painting thing was easy!

I bought a beat up Ford van from my uncle for $1,200. He even threw in an extension ladder.

I was in business!

Tom Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron Nussbaum and Nate Griffin talk about tracking and understanding your financials. Nate gives real world advice and easy steps to comment too every day.

Nate Griffin is an entrepreneur with background in finance and business management. Over the last 10 years, he has built successful companies. One of which is now a multi-million dollar design build construction company. He has been around the construction industry his entire life.

Nate has a passion for helping people change their relationship to money through their business and finances. With a thorough understanding of cash flow, finance, and investing, Nate wants to share his experience to help others move into the CEO role of their own companies and lives.

Nate lives in Wilkesboro, NC with his wife, Lydia. He loves the outdoors, wakeboarding, cool cars, and great coffee.

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron Nussbaum and Elizaveta (Elizabeth) Tylor talk about books and your numbers, how to be prepared for when Uncle Sam comes calling every year. Elizabeth gives us easy steps to get our numbers in order for our business as well!

Elizabeth’s Bio

Hello! My name is Elizaveta Tylor and I’ve always been passionate about connecting with people and trying to help them with their work overload. I know how hard it is for a business owner to carry all the weight and perform multiple tasks at the same time.

I have seen plenty of business owners trying to gather their financials in a hurry to make sure they don’t miss tax filing deadlines. One of the biggest misconceptions is that business needs to have the books done just for taxes. In fact, knowing how to read your financial statements could lead you to a more prosperous and profitable entity.

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You want to partner with a bookkeeper that would understand your business needs, someone you could brainstorm ideas and consult with, and share your concerns and success. I can help you stay in control of your numbers! Based in Grand Rapids, MI, I help not only local businesses to grow, but businesses all around the US.

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When I partner with my clients it is a professional commitment that brings value. I record transactions, hold meetings to discuss the financial reports, make suggestions by providing honest feedback, come up with profitability and budgeting strategies and create a useful system for your business.

Elizabeth’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast, we talk with Eric Anderton who specializes in leadership development in the construction industry. We dive into how we can use systems to help our superstars become the leaders we want them to be.

Eric’s Bio

Proven Construction Experience

Since 2004 Eric Anderton has helped his construction clients increase profitability by building clear

strategic plans, developing their best people, and executing their most important priorities. He has more

than thirty years career and entrepreneurial business experience, alongside twenty-five years of public

speaking, small group facilitation and one-on-one mentoring. Eric is a trusted leadership advisor,

executive mentor and expert meeting facilitator to construction companies that range in annual revenue

from $5m-$3B+.

He is also the author of Construction Genius: Effective, Hands-On, Practical, Simple, No-BS Leadership,

Strategy, Sales, and Marketing Advice for Construction Companies, and host of a weekly podcast with

interviews, insights, and inspiration to help construction leaders excel, also called Construction Genius.

Eric’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron talks with Duane Barney, Duane has work in around the industry his entire life. Building his own companies and helping other. We dive into how to help take your time back.

Duane's Bio

Duane Barney helps Remodeler's make more money by building a sustainable business model so they can achieve their dreams.

Duane has lived and breathed residential construction for more than 30 years. He worked his way up as a carpenter, superintendent, project manager, and President of four separate companies. Along the way, Duane saw first-hand that being a great builder isn't enough to have a great construction business. He discovered that he is just as passionate about teaching builders how to construct a great business so they can have a great life too.

Duane's formal and on-the-job experiences include:

· University of Florida BS Construction

· Omni Construction - Project Manager

· Mitchell Horn & Associates – Carpenter to President

· Sonoma Development - President

· Seneca Construction – President

· Hobbs, Inc. – Division Manager, Estate Home Remodeling $20M/yr.

· Brenner Builders – Project Executive for Estate Homes

· DCBuilds – President, Construction Management, and Consulting.

Duane currently turns his experience into a benefit for those coming up in the industry. He is "the guy I wish I'd met when I started." Mentoring business owners on the business side of the business.

Author of the forthcoming book "The Business of Construction" a homeowner' perspective

Duane's Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron talks with Laura Cooley who has devoted herself to helping create the future leaders in the construction industry. We dive into what is a champion.

Laura’s Bio

Over my career, I have morphed from an engineer to an on-site construction professional to a corporate leader to an entrepreneur. I have developed a deep respect for the industry and what I call the “Construction Miracle”. Even though I have been involved in multiple aspects of construction, I am always amazed that buildings are ever finished: so many people, so many challenges, so many tools, materials, and resources. It really seems impossible; and yet, the evidence is there for all to see in every road, bridge, and building.

I have focused my energy on leadership development in the construction industry because I respect the work, the risks, the people it takes to make vison a reality. I like to think my work helps nurture business and future leaders. I believe healthy cultures are comprised of people who feel like they belong and are valued and that these environments are made and destroyed by the day-to-day human interactions at every level of an organization. This is why developing talent, cultivating leaders, building high-performance teams, operating effectively and efficiently are all intertwined and mutually important. When I consult, I emphasize the interaction of strategy, process, results, and people. When I conduct training, I seek to spark insight--I look for that moment when each person finds something they make their own so they can apply it the very next day.

Being a BOD Board member is important to me because our industry can only be successful only when there is multi-discipline collaboration. The Construction Institute is one of the few organizations that specifically strives to break through our silos to bring visionaries, leaders, and practitioners together to improve the industry at large.

Laura’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron talks with Waler Lott a man that is growing through the industry and with the industry. Walker is the Co-Host of Laying Foundations podcast and is in right in the middle of the industry and the changes happening. We talk about everything from being the new guy to bring in the best talent. 

Walker graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Building Construction and a minor in Finance in August 2021. Walker began his career working with The Haskell Company in September 2021. Walker is passionate about people and growing them into their God-given potential. He strives to educate and inspire those around him and constantly looks for ways to help others feel valued. Walker hopes to motivate the younger generation to take a chance with a career in construction. He believes construction holds endless opportunities and desires for men and women alike to thrive in the construction field from day one.

On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ron talks with Jason Payne a man on absolute fire both professionally and personally. He shares what was the moment it all changed, and he started dominating. 

Born and raised in Arizona, serving the community he feels has given so much to him is what drives Jason on a daily basis...

Jason was brought into the roofing industry at an early age where he hit the ground running with his strong work ethic and "go-getter" mindset. Starting with simple admin tasks and running errands, Jason quickly fell in love with the business and soaked in as MUCH as possible from those around him... no matter how big or small the task!

A hard worker by nature, Jason quickly rose to the top of every organization he worked with, which culminated in finally fulfilling his dream of starting his own roofing company: State 48 Roofing.

Over the last 10+ years, Jason has handled EVERY aspect of the roofing business, from office work to being on the roofs himself, which makes him such an incredible and valuable asset to his customers. When it comes to roofing, Jason cannot be beat in knowledge, expertise, and most importantly care.

He takes pride in his work, and personally guarantees that each job performed will be the highest quality possible. Think about it, what other roofing expert can you think of that makes sure each and every roof worked on is given #SexyRoofStatus 

When Jason's not taking care of his customers, he LOVES spending time with his wife and five kids...

If he's not on a roof, in the office or with a customer, you'll most likely find Jason with his family at a softball game, on the sand dunes, or out camping!

To his family, friends and customers, it's common knowledge just how much Jason loves helping others... and not just with their roof!

Believe it or not, one of Jason's hobbies includes cooking! And not just for anyone. As he puts it, "Cooking for 2-10 people is kind of boring. The fun REALLY starts when you've got over 100 people!"

And Jason literally puts his money where his mouth is. in 2019 alone, Jason has donated his time, money and energy to cook at events such as Teacher Appreciation Day (over 100 teachers), multi-organizational youth group event (over 300 teenagers!), and several religious group events near his home.

On this episode of Construction Champions Ron talks with Joshua Page a 20+ year industry veteran that is running 3 electrical companies, wrote a kids book about the trades and has a great family as well. They dive into what creates a championship culture in the construction industry today. Don’t miss this episode full of powerful conversation and tips to help your residential construction company.

Joshua’s Bio

My name is Joshua Page a Husband, Father, Entrepreneur. This is who I am to my core. What I also am known for is my Children’s Book “What Does Your Daddy Do?” a book getting kids involved with the trades. I am a TEDx speaker and can be found on YouTube talking about “College is not the only option” I am a motivational speaker, an Electrical Contractor that started one business and purchased two others. I graduated tech school with a C&D grade average, and I’ve learned everything in life through failure. I also just started a new business called Contractor Money Blueprint which is designed to help small contractors to know their numbers!

Joshua’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Ron talks with Chris Scoville a man that has his heart on the industry and the success of those in it. We dive into leadership in today’s construction industry and how to dominate in any area, in any time!

Chris’s Bio

Chris, SVP, and Director of Business Development at Service Finance Company is responsible for the growth and expansion of all home improvement verticals.  Chris joined Service Finance Company with 25+ years of experience in secured, unsecured, 203-k, construction to permanent, serving both residential and commercial industries.

Chris also launched and founded BluePagesPro, a Software Company 4 years ago. BluePagesPro helps connect consumers with contractors through a unique online platform. They accomplish this through online digital directories and robust custom tech landing pages. Each BluePagePro listing is designed with conversion tools to help move a prospect from” just looking” to, “let’s schedule a demo or consultation.”

His background blends the knowledge of marketing, sales training, and management giving him a unique perspective from the field that allows him to relate to contractors.

Chris’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Ron talks with Laurie Richards a leadership training expert that has spent her entire career helping construction companies grow leaders from within their organization. We dive into what it takes to communicate with our future leaders today.

Laurie’s Bio

Practical, interactive, entertaining, and – most importantly, effective.  Laurie marries her expertise communication and psychology with her experience in construction, marketing, and business to bring your team meaningful learning that sticks.

A bestselling author, she has worked with clients in all 50 states and many countries around the world. Her clients include large, medium, and small construction companies, industry leaders, political leaders, fundraisers, and construction associations around the country including ABC National and more than 30 ABC chapters.

Laurie’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champions Ron talks with Ruth King a veteran in the construction industry. They talk about the hidden benefits of knowing your numbers and one number you must know to be successful in your business you do not want to miss this great episode of Construction Champions. 

Ruth's Bio 

Since 1981, Profit & Wealth Guru Ruth King has given contractors the tools/processes to get and stay profitable and build wealth.

Ruth has been instrumental in helping business owners understand and profitably use the information generated from the financial segment of their businesses. She has a knack for helping business owners truly understand financials.

She is especially proud of two partners who bought their business from their former boss when it was about $750,000 in revenues. With Ruth’s help, the business grew to about $10 million in revenues and the company was sold for $9 million in cash.

Ruth holds an MBA in Finance from Georgia State University and bachelor's and master's Degrees in Chemical Engineering from Tufts University and the University of Pennsylvania.

She holds a Class II HVAC contractor’s license (inactive) in Georgia.

Ruth has written many manuals and books including the popular Operations Manuals: Best Practices for Running a Profitable Service and Replacement company.

Ruth hosts the popular podcast, Contractor Cents as well as a weekly ezine.

test book, 101 Dumb Financial Mistakes Business Owners Make and How to Avoid Them will be published in Spring, 2023. Her books, The Ugly Truth about Cash and The Courage to be Profitable (#1 best seller), joined Stephen Covey, Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie and 33 other esteemed authors in the top 37 books start-up businesses (and other business owners) should read. These books are preceded by three other award-winning books, Profit or , The Ugly Truth about Small Business, and The Ugly Truth about Managing People.

She contributes a monthly financial column to HVACR Business as well as columns Today’s AC, and many other regional publications. Ruth is a monthly contributor to the nationally syndicated radio show, The Price of Business. She has also been interviewed by the Wall Street Journal Radio Network, the Big Biz Show, and many regional and local radio programs.

Ruth's Links

http://www.ruthking.info/

https://profitability-movement.mn.co/

On this week's episode of Construction Champions Ron talks with a new friend Jake Moss, they recently met at MenaceCon in Arizona. They hit it off and today had a great conversation about the future of the industry.

Jake’s Bio

Jake Moss is a successful construction professional with a passion for bringing his clients' visions to life. He started in the industry as a laborer on his dad’s construction sites. Working on demolition and HVAC projects. In 2016, at the age of 23, he completed his first major project, a 12,000 square foot school addition. Managed the building of 4 semi-custom homes. The following year, he built a 50,000 square foot school in just 120 days. He then went on to construct a state-of-the-art field house with center hung scoreboards and collegiate-style locker rooms. In 2019, he started his own company and specializes in tackling challenging and unique projects, such as apartment remodels, patio buildouts, and tenant improvements for all commercial spaces, such as restaurants, offices, schools. He is married to his childhood sweetheart, Brooklynn, and they have one son, whom they adopted in 2022. Jake loves helping others bring their dreams to life through construction.

Jake’s Links

On this episode of Construction Champion, we have a great guest Patrick Robertson sharing his journey in the construction industry. Patrick is killing it today and talks about the struggles and mindset it has taken to get there. 

Patrick's Bio

Patrick has spent his entire life in the construction industry.

Coming from a family ran business, Patrick has learned Bible lessons in business as well as maintaining client relationships.

Patrick successfully took over the family business and increased its revenue, job production, and overall client satisfaction.

Managing a 7-Figure business, dozens of employees and subcontractors, Patrick decided to build his own legacy and started Momentous Building Enterprises Corp to have more control over the direction of his company.

Patrick brings years of success and education to the table with many positive reviews under his belt.

Patrick believes in maintaining integrity first and ensuring all the client’s needs are always met.

You can connect with Patrick.