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Contractor Evolution | How to Implement a CRM Without Giving Yourself a Migraine

If you took a survey of contractors right after the implementation of their first CRM or Project Management tool, many of the responses you’d get would sound something like:

  • That was awful
  • My head nearly exploded
  • Truly the worst 6 months of my life for me and my team
  • I never want to go through that again

Technology and software are supposed to make your business life simpler and more efficient.  So why do most entrepreneurs talk about the adoption period like veterans talk about the war or mothers talk about childbirth?  

This whole “tech overwhelm” thing, especially for contractors, is something we’ve been wanting to get some answers on for a while now, which is why we are so excited to have Ben Hodson on the show today.  Ben is the Co-Founder and CEO of JobNimbus which is one of our favorite pieces of contractor software, and we thought who would be better to teach us how to implement technology headache-free, than the guy who builds it.  

We’re fans of Ben and JobNimbus for a couple of reasons. It's super customizable and integrates easily with everything. It's relatively simple to implement compared to other CRM’s and they have a dynamite customer support team that is super hands on. 

So if you’ve purchased a CRM and barely used it, if you’ve been frustrated by your tech stack or lack thereof, or if you’re still managing your business on a spreadsheet but you’re ready to take the leap… this episode is a must listen.

By the end of this episode you’ll know:

  • The difference between contractors that struggle to implement new systems vs those that find it pretty easy
  • How to use an “I.C.E.” decision making matrix to ensure you select the right CRM to begin with
  • How to avoid the common “employee pushback” scenario and foster adoption of any new tech system
  • How to identify all of the problems you face in business as one of two factors which then become easier to solve
  • The elements of the trades and contracting sectors are ripe for disruption and what you need to be getting ready for
  • The things that a serial CEO Ben Hodson wished he had learned earlier when running businesses


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Contractor Evolution | The only AI guide you'll ever need as a contractor

Contractor Evolution | The only AI guide you'll ever need as a contractor

Episode 279    

Most contractors are buying AI tools to fix problems they haven't diagnosed. And instead of taming the chaos, they amplify it. In this episode, AI strategist Rob Cupello walks you through the exact readiness test, opportunity filter, and how to build the right foundation for effective AI implementation.

Contractor Evolution | He Analyzed Over 4,000 Sales: Here’s What Kills Revenue

Contractor Evolution | He Analyzed Over 4,000 Sales: Here’s What Kills Revenue

Episode 278    

Most contractors assume the sale is dead after two ignored messages. According to CHIIRP founder Ryan Fenn, the data says otherwise. And the money you're leaving on the table is staggering.

Contractor Evolution | How To Plan And Structure Your SOPs To Delegate Literally Anything

Contractor Evolution | How To Plan And Structure Your SOPs To Delegate Literally Anything

Episode 277    

Most contractors blame their crew when jobs fall apart — but Moustafa Moursy says the real problem is the process they never built right. In this episode, he walks through his OPTIMIZE Framework: a proven system for building SOPs your team will actually follow, so you can finally stop being the bottleneck in your own business.

Contractor Evolution | Micromanaging Is Costing You THOUSANDS (Matt Risinger’s Advice)

Contractor Evolution | Micromanaging Is Costing You THOUSANDS (Matt Risinger’s Advice)

Episode 276    

Learn how to empower your team to operate without your constant involvement from Matt Risinger on the full episode linked below.

Contractor Evolution | Stop Scrambling for Payroll: The 90-Day Cash Flow System for Contractors

Contractor Evolution | Stop Scrambling for Payroll: The 90-Day Cash Flow System for Contractors

Episode 275    

A profitable business on paper means nothing if the cash isn’t there when you need it. In this episode of Contractor Evolution, discover how smart operators stay ahead of the numbers, avoid silent cash flow traps, and make confident decisions before problems hit.

Contractor Evolution | He Worked 90 Hours In A Week. Here’s What Happened.

Contractor Evolution | He Worked 90 Hours In A Week. Here’s What Happened.

Episode 273    

A productivity expert pushes his limits by swinging between 90-hour workweeks and near-minimal effort, only to uncover a surprising truth about why more hours don’t equal more output. Tune into today’s episode for a crash course in productivity from author and researcher Chris Bailey.

Contractor Evolution | Negotiating Contracts With AI Can Cost You Millions

Contractor Evolution | Negotiating Contracts With AI Can Cost You Millions

Episode 272    

When you read through your contracts, how do you determine if it's a worthwhile project or if you should walk away? Contract lawyer Megan Shapiro breaks down the three step framework you can use to analyze a contract quickly, identify red flags, and walk away from deals that could cost you more than just money

Contractor Evolution | How To Land $100K+ Projects Without Bidding Against Competitors

Contractor Evolution | How To Land $100K+ Projects Without Bidding Against Competitors

Episode 271    

Most contractors chase leads. But how do you make the right clients come to you? In this episode of Contractor Evolution, Breakthrough Academy Member and commercial painter John Malanchuk shares the relationship-driven business development system he uses to turn a single connection into a pipeline of high-value projects, without competing on price.

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