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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 39 MIN

Simple Ways To Create Cashflow In Your business with Russ Kathrein, VP of LBM at Do it Best

from The Grit Blueprint · host Grit Blueprint

Most lumberyards think they have a sales problem. Russ Kathrein says they actually have a systems problem. In this episode, we break down the operational moves that quietly unlock millions in revenue, from billing special orders the right way to turning drivers into sales assets and cutting truck turnaround from 52 minutes to 12. Russ also shares his rule number one, your first loss is your best loss, and a simple AR strategy that moved percent current from 65 percent to over 90 percent without becoming the collections department. If you run a yard, manage cash flow, or want cleaner operations that drive real profit, this is a tactical masterclass.Topics we covered:• Billing special orders on receipt to improve cash flow• Clearing dead inventory and exposing carrying costs• Drivers as sales ambassadors• Smart timing and strategic investments• Balance sheet focus over vanity P&L• AR playbook to raise percent current and get paid firstBuild Authority. Gain Visibility. Drive Growth.You do great work. The right people should know it.Grit Blueprint helps building industry companies and leaders build authority, increase visibility, earn trust, and turn that trust into revenue.📅 Book a Strategy CallReady to become more visible, more trusted, and easier to choose?https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/stefanie-couch📧 Join the NewsletterGet practical strategies and tools to build your authority, grow your visibility, and strengthen your business.https://421r60.share-na2.hsforms.com/2RMwQMXe2QLyk3sl9dv2gXQ🎥 Watch More Grit BlueprintSubscribe for honest conversations and growth strategies for the building industry.https://www.youtube.com/@stefaniecouch🚀 About Stefanie CouchStefanie Couch is the founder of Grit Blueprint and a third-generation building industry professional.Grit Blueprint helps manufacturers, distributors, dealers, service providers, and industry leaders build authority, grow visibility, and become unmistakable in their market.🔗Learn more: https://gritblueprint.comInstagram: @StefanieCouchOfficialLinkedIn: Stefanie Couch

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Most lumberyards think they have a sales problem. Russ Kathrein says they actually have a systems problem. In this episode, we break down the operational moves that quietly unlock millions in revenue, from billing special orders the right way to turning drivers into sales assets and cutting truck turnaround from 52 minutes to 12. Russ also shares his rule number one, your first loss is your best loss, and a simple AR strategy that moved percent current from 65 percent to over 90 percent witho...

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