Listen "E36 - Top Contractor Questions Answered: From Non-competes to CRMs to Payroll Software"
Episode Synopsis
In this Q&A episode of Beers with Contractors, hosts Will and Dillon discussed a variety of topics crucial for contractors and construction professionals. From the impending changes to non-compete agreements by the FTC to exploring different CRMs and payroll applications, this episode covers it all. They discuss strategies for getting five-star reviews, managing severe weather delays, and calculating gross profit margins. They also address pricing installs, handling 1099 versus W2 employees, and the pros and cons of different VoIP systems. Tune in for practical advice, humorous anecdotes, and industry insights that can help take your contracting business to the next level.
00:00 Introduction
03:05 Q&A Session Begins
04:11 Non-Compete Agreements and FTC Rulings
09:36 CRM and ERP Systems for Contractors
12:20 Payroll Applications for Contractors
15:34 W2 vs. 1099 Employees
22:36 Workers' Compensation Protocols
26:56 Navigating Customer Referral Promises
29:15 Securing Five-Star Reviews
34:29 Understanding Gross Profit Margins
40:14 Voice Over IP Systems for Contractors
47:24 Calculating Labor Percentage
49:24 Pricing Your Installs
54:39 Handling Severe Weather Delays
58:26 Conclusion
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00:00 Introduction
03:05 Q&A Session Begins
04:11 Non-Compete Agreements and FTC Rulings
09:36 CRM and ERP Systems for Contractors
12:20 Payroll Applications for Contractors
15:34 W2 vs. 1099 Employees
22:36 Workers' Compensation Protocols
26:56 Navigating Customer Referral Promises
29:15 Securing Five-Star Reviews
34:29 Understanding Gross Profit Margins
40:14 Voice Over IP Systems for Contractors
47:24 Calculating Labor Percentage
49:24 Pricing Your Installs
54:39 Handling Severe Weather Delays
58:26 Conclusion
ShipShape:
Save 10% on ShipShape with promo code: unisonworx10
Website: https://www.shipshape.ai/get
Email: [email protected]
The Worker Incentive Program that Contractors Love! - Per4mance Software
http://unisonworx.com/per4mance
Unison is Workforce Management Software for the Construction Industry
Learn more at https://unisonworx.com/industries/construction
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