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Construction owners are under pressure to bid more work, move faster, and stay accurate at the same time. In this conversation, Shiva Dhawan explains how Beam AI approaches automated takeoffs for general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, and why estimating is one of the most important leverage points in the business. Derek and Shiva unpack common contractor concerns around AI, accuracy, adoption, and whether this technology is a threat or an advantage for estimators. They also explore the bigger labor and growth challenges in preconstruction, especially for companies trying to scale without chaos. If you want a grounded discussion on AI in construction without the hype, this is a strong episode to watch.

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Brian Javeline joins Derek to unpack the marketing blind spots holding builders, remodelers, and contractors back. From poor website positioning to overdependence on lead platforms, Brian explains what separates random promotion from a real growth strategy. He also shares how contractors should think about messaging, competition, reviews, content, and long-term visibility. If you want a sharper brand and better-quality leads, this episode will challenge how you think about marketing.

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If you’re a contractor working 60–80 hours a week and still not seeing real profit… this video is for you.In this video, I break down how I went from going bankrupt in my construction business to helping 5 general contractors scale past $5M+ and generate over $11M in profit. You’ll learn the hard lessons that nearly destroyed my company—and the exact systems that turned everything around.If you’re serious about building a profitable, systemized construction business that doesn’t rely on you for everything, apply for coaching below and take the first step toward real freedom.

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In this episode, Avi lays out a practical playbook for bill intake that contractors can implement immediately: who codes what, how approvals should flow, and how to prevent transcription errors. We cover cost code consistency, multi-line bills, subtotals, retainage, and tracking what’s been processed. This is the kind of operational clarity that creates better decisions, better margins, and more peace of mind.

In this episode, Jon Markee breaks down why many home builders stay busy, grow revenue, and still feel stressed about money. We unpack the accounting blind spots that lead to weak margins, messy cash flow, and unreliable reporting. Jon shares how builders can use better financial systems, cleaner software integration, and more accurate job costing to make smarter decisions. If you want more control, more clarity, and fewer surprises in your building business, this conversation is a must-watch.

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What does it really take to scale a construction company to $100M? In this video, I break down the biggest lessons I learned working inside a $100M construction company and how you can apply them to grow your business. If you're a general contractor stuck in the day-to-day, this will change how you think about systems, profit, and growth.

Denny LaVé joins the show to explain why builders may be exactly the kind of leaders communities need more of right now. As the co-founder of Precision Precast Erectors and a current Senate candidate, he brings a rare perspective shaped by business ownership, field leadership, and service. Derek and Denny talk about construction leadership, mentorship, the private nature of many contractors, and why more of them should recognize their broader value. This episode is about far more than politics, it is about identity, responsibility, and impact. Contractors will walk away encouraged to think bigger about what they can build in business and in life.

Learn more at: https://remodelersontherise.comScaling shouldn’t cost your health, marriage, or weekends. Kyle Hunt explains how remodelers can protect time while improving quality and profitability through better delegation and tighter processes. We get into what owners should stop doing first, how to create accountability without micromanaging, and how to build consistency across projects. This episode is for remodelers who want growth that feels sustainable. Less chaos, more control.