71. Pride Is In The Way Of Your Success

Episode 71: Pride Is in the Way of Your Success Is pride keeping you from building the business, and life, you actually want? In this episode, we discuss why contractors shouldn’t be afraid or too prideful to work as subcontractors for larger companies. Not everyone needs to wear every hat, chase every lead, manage every customer, and build a massive company. For some people, the better path is focusing on the craft, becoming exceptional at the work, and partnering with strong general contractors who can keep their crews busy. We also break down what strong leadership looks like on both sides of the relationship. Whether you’re a subcontractor leading your crew or a general contractor coordinating multiple trades, your ability to communicate, set expectations, take responsibility, and earn trust will determine your success. Ultimately, you need to understand what you want out of business. Do you want to build and lead a large organization, or do you want to become a highly profitable craftsman with a focused operation? Neither path is wrong, but pride can push you into a role that doesn’t match your strengths or your long-term goals.