EP37: Changing The Image Of Construction

Construction hasn’t always had the best image, despite having a good side. It’s time to make a change!In this episode, we talk about…How the not-great contractors and construction workers out there can ruin the image of the industry for the rest of us.Why protecting a false image of success is a mistake.How some contractors who seem to be doing well and living large on social media might not be doing basic things like following up with customers and paying taxes.Substance abuse issues within the industry.Why you probably need to be taking your image more seriously than you are now.How your personal life reflects on your professional image.Education and awareness that is needed for contractors to help everyone’s image across the board.Differing opinions on how appearances - like the truck you drive - factor into your professional image.How charging the appropriate amount of money for your jobs is going to enable you to boost your image.Examples of fronting and why you need to stop doing it.Actionable steps you can start taking to fix your image.Links to Resources:Our free worksheet - https://www.hammerandgrind.com/jobcostingWork on your image in the Profit Club – www.hammerandgrind.com/theprofitclubFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecontractorprofitgroupFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/hammerandgrindpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hammerandgrindpodcast/Brad Huebner’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teamhandy/Eric Triplett’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/Website – www.hammerandgrind.comHelp us get the word out to other contractors by leaving us a review or sharing our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.