Contractor Evolution

Contractor Evolution

This is Contractor Evolution. Where we unpack the systems, tactics, and skills you need to take your fast-growing contracting business to the next level.

If you’re here to learn what it takes to scale up, work less, and increase profitability, you’ve come to the right place.

Stay tuned to learn what separates the new breed of contractor from the old school, and welcome to your ultimate guide on the business of contracting.

Contractor Evolution
  • Performance Pay vs. Hourly: What Actually Boosts Contractor Profits? - Michael Fortinberry

    Listen to the latest Contractor Evolution episode about performance pay vs hourly.

  • Are Trades Businesses Future-Proof? (AI Is Coming) - Kasim Aslam

    This episode of Contractor Evolution features Kasum Aslam, an entrepreneur who has built and exited multiple multi-million dollar companies. He now focuses on helping business owners and their teams "take control of AI before it takes control of them".

  • Can Learning Less Can Make You More Successful? - Pat Flynn

    This episode of Contractor Evolution focuses on the concept of "Lean Learning". It features Pat Flynn, an entrepreneur, podcast host, and author of books including Super Fans and Will It Fly.

  • What Should My Profit Margins Be in 2026? Contractor Cash Flow Q&A - Danny Kerr (Self-Produced)

    The latest episode of Contractor Evolution is a cash flow Q&A!

  • How $10MM contractors get more done (with less meetings, emails, and messages) - Luke Hansen, Blake Butry & Adam Sylvester

    Check out the latest Contractor Evolution episode from our friends at Breakthrough Academy on how $10MM contractors get more done (with less meetings, emails, and messages)

  • How to Destroy Your Limiting Beliefs (Real Coaching Session) - Kedma Ough

    Stop being a victim! Check out the latest podcast from our friends at Breakthrough Academy!

  • Patrick Lencioni’s Top Team Building Tips For Contractors

    What does it truly mean to hire Ideal Team Players for your contracting business?

    Look for Patrick Lencioni’s three simple virtues:

    Hungry, Humble, and Smart.

    But it’s worth unpacking these virtues, since they’re not exactly what they seem. Whether you’ve read the book or not, this video is a ...

  • Systems Champion - The Secret Role Every Contractor Needs David Jenyns

    The contractors that are winning with AI aren’t asking “what more can I do?”

    They’re asking: “How do I do my existing tasks at a tenth of the price?”

    As David Jenyns, author of Systemology and Systems Champion says: “just because you can do it, doesn’t mean you should do it.”

    Check out the ful...

  • How 8 Years in a Community Changed My Contracting Business - Ryan Lermitte

    After spending years learning the value of community and connection in the Breakthrough Academy coaching program, Ryan Lermitte decided to focus on becoming more present with those around him.

    So he made a move many contractors would struggle to do: he turned his phone into a brick. In other wor...

  • The #1 Mistake Contractors Make With Coaching (Costly!) - Brendon Toyne

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    If you, like MANY contractors out there, are thinking about a business coach…

    …how do you pick the best one?

    With so many options out there, it’s WAY too easy to get swindled by a smooth talker with no real track record or, more likely, to pick a perfectly good coac...

  • The Death of Google SEO? Modern Contractor Marketing Tips - Phil Risher

    90% of contractors take the WRONG approach to Meta ads.

    1️⃣Have someone make your creative.
    2️⃣Run the ads
    3️⃣Hope for the best 🤞

    Instead, according to contractor marketing expert Phil Risher, you should make ORGANIC content first, figure out what drives engagement, and then reuse THAT as your ...

  • Do Free Vacations Close More Deals? John Dwyer’s CRAZY Strategy - John Dwyer

    Does your brand feel the same as every one of your competitors?

    You’re not alone. In the trades, it can be hard to truly stand out. To your customer, every company looks about the same. And EVERYONE’S website says they’re the best.

    So how do you stand out? According to John “JD” Dwyer, the key ...

  • Why 700K People Are Watching Drywall Videos (Strategy Revealed) - Ben Degros

    Is making content worth it for contractors?

    Ben Degros, The Vancouver Carpenter, built a following of over 700K subscribers by making drywall videos. BUT he had to dedicate a massive amount of time and energy to his channel.

    In a world filled with more and more noise, don’t underestimate how mu...

  • Do Virtual Quotes REALLY Close More Jobs? (Contractor Sales Tips) - James Hatfield

    With all the AI sales tools coming out, you may be wondering…

    …are sales reps being replaced?

    According to Liveswitch CRO and contractor sales expert James Hatfield: not yet.

    But, technology will continue to make selling easier for reps and MUCH more convenient for homeowners. If you haven’t s...

  • Top 4 Mistakes Contractors Make Interviewing Candidates

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    Grab your free hiring and interviewing templates and resources here: https://trybta.com/5ln

    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/learn-more

    Why is interviewing candidates so HARD?

    This video...

  • Contractors Stop Solving the WRONG Problems With Mike Andes

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    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA235

    Let’s be honest:

    It’s kinda hard to prioritize when everything is on fire.

    With so many problems to solve and systems to build, how do you figure...

  • 3 Ways to Control Profit and STOP Confusing Your Finances

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    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA234

    Access Spencer's free benchmarking tool here:

    Confused by your financials? You’re not alone. Most contractors struggle to make sense of their num...

  • 4 Matt Risinger Moments That Will Transform Your Contracting Business

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    Register for our August 19 web class where Matt and Danny break down the framework hundreds of contractors use to get more owner-level work done in less time: https://trybta.com/EP232-PriMan

    To learn more about Breakthrough Acad...

  • No More Excuses Stay Consistent When Goals Go Sideways

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    Ever had a project go sideways, a client bail, or cash flow dry up?

    This episode of Contractor Evolution is your playbook for bouncing back when bu...

  • How to Fire an Employee Without the Drama

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    For help navigating critical conversations, download our free guide here: https://trybta.com/DL230

    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA230

    If you thought hiring was hard…

    …wait until yo...

  • STOP Losing Money to Poor PM No-Frills Project Management Tips

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    Grab your project management resource bundle and start implementing these tips today: https://trybta.com/DL231

    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA231

    Poor project management leads to ma...

  • Why Most Contractor Marketing Fails (And How To Fix It)

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    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA229

    Have you ever felt like you’ve hit a wall when it comes to marketing? You’re not alone.

    You can’t get someone to impulse buy a new deck, air cond...

  • 4 Essential Business Systems Every Contractor Should Master

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    To download tools that will help you implement these four systems, click here: https://trybta.com/DL228

    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA228

    What do New Zealand electricians and North ...

  • Accountability SOLVED With One Meeting (Goal Setting and Review)

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    Grab your GSR template here: https://trybta.com/YT-GSR

    To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/learn-more

    We’ve all been there…

    You tell your team EXACTLY what to do.

    But when you check in l...