Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman

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Ep 42. YOU Are The First Responder Part 1 May 28, 2021

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In this two-part episode, we talk with Caleb's longtime friend and firefighter/paramedic professional about how to respond to an accident that involves bodily injury on the job site, roadway, or home. Tons of great information.

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Ep 41. Taking the Bull By The Horns! May 26, 2021

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There will be times in your company when you have to intentionally lead and help your team navigate difficult situations. In today's exciting episode Caleb and Britt talk about the importance of relationships and building and fostering key relationships to help during these times. They also discuss the importance of working with suppliers who will take really good care of you and stand by you when various issues arise. The Aumans share just such a situation they are navigating currently at their landscape business.

Ep 40. Team and Project Management Strategies May 24, 2021

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Caleb discusses the AM and PM huddle from Creative Hardscape on how to daily manage a project. Plus he covers many other topics including a review of the first 30 pages of The Richest Man in Babylon.

Ep 39. Don't Burn Bridges! May 19, 2021

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On today's edition of The Kid Contractor Podcast, Caleb and Brit discuss a wide array of topics and even make a few "live" phone calls to some fellow contractors to get their opinion and take on a variety of subjects. Enjoy!

Ep 38. All In On Hardscaping! The Mike Pletz Interview. May 17, 2021

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Today Caleb talks with Toronto-based Mike Pletz from How To Hardscape. Learn how Mike decided to go "All In" on the hardscaping business and some of his key takeaways from his time in the industry. Caleb and Mike discuss the challenges of trying to scale a successful business and how looking to the future can make a big difference. Other topics covered include the value of relationships, managing customer expectations, budgeting, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization). Plus, like everyone else, we discuss the need for good employees. Enjoy!

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Ep 37. You Can Lead A Horse To Water... May 14, 2021

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Tune in to Caleb and Brittany while they work through some decisions on hiring and delegating within their company and also outside the company.

Ep 36. Auman Landscape First Quarter Review May 12, 2021

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Brittany and Caleb discuss the status of their landscape design/build company, Auman Landscape, now that the first quarter of 2021 is over. Enjoy the ride-along featuring a fun conversation and at times a few random sidebars. It's been a rather hectic spring with many lessons learned.

Ep 35. Who is Running Your Business? Interview w/ Matt LaMarsh May 10, 2021

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Caleb talks with Matt LaMarsh about building and selling his lawn care company for a profit. They also discuss many other intriguing business philosophies and having solid customer service mindsets. You will learn much from this informative episode. Enjoy!

Ep 34. Getting Debt-Free and Managing Company Finances May 07, 2021

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Andy Mulder, owner of Mulder Outdoors in northwest Indiana is our special guest today. We have a great conversation about business profitability and how to get there. Many great topics covered over the hour! Great interview!