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Remodelers On The Rise by Kyle Hunt is a podcast designed to inspire remodeling entrepreneurs like yourself. Practical tips, high-level strategy, specific examples, and information that you can grab and implement into your remodeling business. The goal is to empower you to make your remodeling business more enjoyable, profitable, and enable you more freedom in your business and life.
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What do the smartest remodelers have in common going into 2027?Kyle Hunt has coached hundreds of remodelers over the past 19 years. In this episode, he shares the seven habits, systems, and strategies he sees consistently in the strongest remodeling businesses.In 2027, Remodelers On The Rise will be looking at 7 things: clear vision, lead tracking, cycle time, slippage and grippage, team capacity, community, and building a business around your life instead of the other way around.If you're ready to stop winging it and start running a more profitable, more organized remodeling company in the new year, this episode is for you!Here are 3 Free Resources Remodelers On The Rise has to help grow your business:5 Free Resources for Remodelers 5 Marketing Resources for RemodelersJoin the Remodelers Community---Key TakeawaysYour life and your business that you're aiming for, that you're going for, it's not going to happen on accident.Micro speed, macro patience.One finished thing is better than 50 half finished things.Time kills deals.Book your next meeting before you leave that current meeting.Watch your slippage and grippage on each and every project.We do not want them to be running at 110% workload all the time.You don't have to go down this entrepreneur path alone.Build a business around the life that you want.Business does not need the great, great majority of our lives.---Chapters00:00 The 2027 priorities for smart remodelers01:07 Set a clear vision and plan in quarters05:00 Track lead sources and double down on what works06:55 Measure cycle time to keep deals moving11:15 Track slippage and grippage project by project14:33 Know your team’s capacity and manage workload19:16 Find a community that understands remodeling22:39 Build a business around the life you want25:03 How Remodelers on the Rise supports businesses
Are you spending so much time managing the day-to-day of your remodeling business that you rarely have a chance to focus on where you're actually taking it?This week, Kyle sits down with Victor Lebegue of VL Builders in Lakewood, Colorado, to talk about how implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has helped him build a more organized business with a team that's working toward the same goals.Victor shares what he's learned from years of implementing EOS, including how his company uses scorecards to measure performance, why clearly defined core values matter, and how quarterly goals keep important improvements from getting pushed aside when business gets busy. He also shares specific metrics VL Builders tracks and why you don't need to implement every part of EOS at once to start seeing results.Kyle and Victor also discuss what happens when your business starts running smoothly enough that you can step back, work fewer hours, and actually enjoy the freedom you've worked so hard to create.Whether you're just starting to build your team or looking for more structure in an established company, this episode offers practical ideas you can start putting to work in your remodeling business.---Explore real client results and case studies at Contractor Growth Network Results, learn how they help remodelers build marketing that works at Contractor Growth Network, and check out their Podcast for weekly insights designed to help remodelers grow smarter.---Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!---Key TakeawaysImplement EOS tools gradually, focusing on what your team needs most.Track a few meaningful numbers to measure performance and accountability.Document the processes that have the biggest impact on your business.Use Level 10 meetings to solve issues, not just share updates.Set focused quarterly priorities that move your business forward.Build systems that allow your business to thrive without requiring you to work 50+ hours a week.---Chapters00:00 A neighborhood-first marketing idea, then Victor joins02:14 Relentless improvement and avoiding chaos for excitement06:23 Learning to rest after years of long workweeks09:37 A monthly three-day weekend as an employee benefit12:11 VL Builders' mission and Victor's EOS journey17:45 EOS vision: values, purpose, and a ten-year target24:16 Scorecards that make performance and decisions concrete27:04 Tracking budget variance, leads, and design timelines35:01 Keep processes lean and protect creative bandwidth36:47 Level 10 meetings, issue-solving, and adapting EOS39:49 Quarterly rocks turn annual plans into progress44:15 Start small: build values, useful data, and fit-for-size meetings47:36 Use your leadership strengths without pretending to be someone else50:19 Choose one system to improve and start there
Running a remodeling business requires a lot of focus, but what happens when your brain is constantly pulling you in different directions?This week, Kyle sits down with Skye Waterson, founder of Unconventional Organisation and host of the ADHD Skills Lab podcast, to talk about the unique challenges and strengths that come with being a business owner with ADHD.Skye shares practical strategies for managing distractions, figuring out what actually deserves your attention, and getting important work done when focusing doesn't come naturally. They also discuss why traditional productivity advice doesn't always work for people with ADHD and how hiring the right team members can help business owners stay organized without having to manage every detail themselves.Whether you have ADHD or simply struggle to stay focused with everything happening in your business, this conversation offers some fresh ideas for approaching your work in a way that makes sense for you.---Want to learn more about Skye Waterson's ADHD-friendly strategies for business owners?Visit Unconventional Organisation to learn more about Skye's coaching and resources, or check out her ADHD Skills Lab podcast.Get Skye's Free Prioritization Filter: Send the word “prioritize” in a direct message to @unconventionalorganisation on Instagram. Skye will share the prioritization tools discussed in this episode to help you identify what actually needs your attention.---Want to keep in touch with past clients and prospects without the hassle of writing content yourself? That’s exactly what Remodelers AutoPilot does — each month you get a done-for-you email newsletter and social media posts, ready to send.---Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!---Key Takeaways ADHD in adults and entrepreneursPrioritization and focus techniquesTime blindness and working memory challengesBuilding effective systems and teamsStrategies for consistent revenue growthThe role of environment and sensory stacking in focusHiring and onboarding support for ADHDDecision-making and overcoming rumination---Chapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Business Challenges01:56 Skye's Background and Personal Journey04:03 ADHD Traits and Entrepreneurial Strengths07:02 Focus Strategies: Prioritization and Environment12:01 Managing Time Blindness and Working Memory17:03 Building Supportive Teams and Hiring for ADHD22:59 Practical Tools: Focus Routine and Sensory Stacking30:02 Supporting Business Growth with ADHD Strengths35:53 How Skye Works with Business Owners39:01 Final Tips and Resources for ADHD Entrepreneurs
As remodelers, you spend so much time guiding clients through their projects. But what happens when you're the one going through the remodeling process?In this solo episode, Kyle shares what he's learning while remodeling his own primary bathroom with a longtime client and local remodeler. From the initial design meetings and making selections to preparing for demolition and watching the first days of construction unfold, Kyle shares what stood out to him now that he's experiencing the process as a homeowner.He talks about why clear communication and realistic timelines matter so much, how overwhelming the selection process can feel, and the little things that make a big difference in the overall client experience. You'll also hear what his remodeler has done particularly well and a few areas where Kyle sees opportunities for improvement.---If you're looking for ways to create a remarkable remodeling experience, you'll want to hear what Kyle has to say about this side of the process and how to make the first day set a positive tone for the entire project.---JobTread helps remodelers bring estimating, scheduling, job costing, and invoicing into one connected system, so they can clearly see where jobs stand and what’s actually profitable. We’ve watched members move from guessing to confidently knowing their numbers, which leads to better pricing, planning, and leadership. If you’re ready for better systems and better decisions, learn more at jobtread.com.---Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!---Key Takeaways Client experience and communicationDesign and development process insightsProject management and capacity planningImportance of upfront selections and clear schedulesLessons learned from Kyle's remodeling project---Chapters00:00 Introduction and overview of Kyle's remodeling project01:48 The importance of knowing your numbers in remodeling04:12 How remarkable client experiences lead to more projects06:07 Choosing the right designer and setting a budget09:00 The value of initial design concepts and early communication11:55 Managing capacity and avoiding overwhelm in design development14:45 Breaking down selections and guiding clients through choices18:09 The significance of upfront selections and detailed scope of work21:07 Effective communication and pre-construction planning24:10 Progress updates, site visits, and client reassurance27:00 Final thoughts and encouragement for remodelers
If everything in your remodeling business still has to run through you, eventually you become the bottleneck.This week, Kyle sits down with Curtis Lawson, a Remodelers on the Rise Coach and owner of Crafted Custom Homes, to walk through the Delegate and Elevate exercise and how remodelers can use it to take a closer look at where their time is actually going. Curtis explains how to identify the work you should keep doing, what needs to be handed off, and why even the things you're good at may be holding you back if they continue taking up your time and energy.They also talk about what effective delegation actually looks like once you decide to let something go, including clearer roles, better job descriptions, training your team, and creating the accountability needed to make sure the work gets done.---If you're tired of being the person everyone calls and your business still depends too heavily on you, this episode will help you start creating more space for yourself while giving your team room to grow!---Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps remodelers and home builders grow through strategic digital marketing.---Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!---Key Takeaways The origin of the delegate and elevate exercise from EOSHow to identify tasks to delegate using the four quadrantsThe importance of organizational charts and job descriptionsStrategies for effective delegation and feedback loopsThe impact of head trash on business growth and mindsetUsing technology for handwritten notes and client communicationThe role of happiness and work-life balance in business success---Chapters00:00 Introduction and guest overview01:15 Curtis shares the origin of the delegate and elevate exercise04:01 The importance of removing head trash for growth09:29 Introduction to the delegate and elevate quadrants14:24 How to list and categorize daily tasks17:38 Using the exercise to identify delegation opportunities22:48 Handling delegation challenges and feedback36:30 Applying percentages and capacity analysis44:21 Final thoughts on happiness and work-life balance
Some of the best business ideas come from seeing what other remodelers are working through in their own companies.In this solo episode, Kyle pulls six ideas from recent conversations and posts inside the Remodelers Community. He shares how one remodeler turned a missed permit into a better process, a different way to think about accountability with your team, and why you might want to revisit an old business book instead of picking up the newest one. He also talks about finding the right place for AI in your business, actually implementing the ideas you bring home from a conference, and taking time to think about where you want your business to be three years from now.If you’re looking for a few practical ideas to take back to your remodeling business this week, there’s plenty in this episode to get you thinking.---Running a remodeling company can feel lonely, but you don’t have to figure everything out on your own.---The Remodelers On The Rise Peer Groups connect you with non-competing remodelers who understand the challenges you’re facing and are committed to helping each other grow.Learn more at https://remodelersontherise.com/live-training-events-for-remodelers/remodelers-peer-group/---Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!---Key Takeaways Process refinement and accountability in remodelingRevisiting impactful business books for growthSmart use of AI in estimating and project managementSetting clear outcomes for team membersStrategic idea implementation from conferences---Chapters00:00 Introduction and overview of today's insights02:46 A story about permit process mistakes and lessons learned06:14 Why you should re-read impactful business books08:24 Six principles from 'How to Win Friends and Influence People'11:11 Defining accountability as agreed-upon outcomes13:33 Using AI for marketing and estimating—when to rely on templates16:33 Implementing ideas from the Rise Conference effectively19:24 The importance of focus and follow-up in business growth21:49 Reflecting on business progress and setting future goals22:18 Dreaming three years ahead and strategic planning23:54 Resources and services offered by Remodelers on the Rise30:56 Closing remarks and next steps for listeners
Do you have an exit strategy? David Lupberger has asked that question in rooms full of contractors and rarely gets more than two hands in the air.Kyle sits down with David, founder of Contractor Transition Strategies, to talk through what it actually takes to build a business with the end in mind, from identifying your successor to closing the asset gap to understanding what your business is actually worth.You can join David for his four-part webinar series starting September 30th here!Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers.Visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key TakeawaysTiming of exit and transition planningImportance of less owner reliance for business valueValuation methods using EBITDA and multiplesSuccessor development and key employee incentivesFinancial planning including asset gap and retirement savingsBusiness continuity planning for unforeseen eventsChapters:00:00 Introduction and guest background00:10 Kyle and David's history and mastermind experience00:19 The importance of planning for business transition00:23 Key questions for transition planning: when, asset gap, successor00:29 Valuation basics: EBITDA and multiples00:37 Strategies to increase business value and recurring revenue00:43 Options for sale: third-party, key employee, owner financing00:44 Legal and tax considerations in transition01:14 Designing your retirement lifestyle and planning ahead01:35 The importance of a business continuity plan02:03 Final thoughts and encouragement for proactive planning
When good employees leave or your team isn't performing the way you hoped, it's easy to assume you have a people problem. But what if the real issue is the systems behind them?This week, Kyle sits down with Ryan Englin of Core Matters to talk about what it takes to build a team that can succeed without the owner constantly stepping in. Ryan shares why turnover often starts with the systems inside the business and explains the difference between accountability and micromanagement. They also dig into why traditional performance reviews tend to fall short in the trades and how clearer expectations can make leadership a whole lot easier.If you want a team that knows what success looks like and can take more ownership without you hovering over every decision, this conversation will give you some practical places to start.Explore real client results and case studies at Contractor Growth Network Results, learn how they help remodelers build marketing that works at Contractor Growth Network, and check out their Podcast for weekly insights designed to help remodelers grow smarter.Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!Key Takeaways Turnover as a system problem, not a people problemImplementing pulse surveys for employee engagementDefining clear job descriptions and expectationsDifference between accountability and micromanagementUsing KPIs and real-time tracking for performanceThe role of systems in reducing turnoverEffective communication and performance feedbackThe importance of caring for your teamChapters00:00 Introduction to Building Better Teams in Remodeling01:51 Turnover as a System Problem, Not a People Problem04:02 The Power of Pulse Surveys for Engagement09:00 Defining Clear Job Descriptions and Expectations15:53 Understanding Accountability vs Micromanagement23:03 Using KPIs and Real-Time Data for Performance30:01 Why Performance Reviews Fail and What Replaces Them39:01 Introducing Fieldcon.io for Performance Management43:51 Caring for Your People and Building Trust
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