What happens when your business grows faster than you ever planned?

In this episode, Jimmy and Herb break down the realities of rapid growth in construction and contracting — from cashflow pressure and leadership risk to accountability, culture, and surviving downturns. They share hard-earned lessons from scaling from one machine to multi-million-dollar operations, why cash is king, how poor standards quietly lower performance, and why defining what “success” actually looks like is critical at every level of a business.

This is a practical, honest conversation for business owners and leaders navigating growth, uncertainty, and the responsibility that comes with it.

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In this episode of the Starbuck & Sargent Podcast, James and Herb discuss the different challenges they face, particularly weather, and working with different levels of contractors.

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In this episode of the Starbuck & Sargent Podcast, James and Herb dive into the modern world of construction branding — from tricking out machines with custom decals, lights, cameras and attachments, to understanding the real value behind social media sponsorships.

They break down what’s worth investing in, what’s just for show, and how construction companies can actually get ROI from influencers, creators, and digital branding in 2025. If you’ve ever wondered whether “making gear look good” actually pays off, this is your episode.

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