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  1. EnergizeUsEdu

    Are You Building a Business or Just Buying Problems?

    When I started contracting, I just want to jump in and hit the ground running. Ive got the skill. Ive got the drive. But there's a catch .... Growth costs more than money. It costs: Your time Your sleep Your weekends Your peace of mind Sometimes even your relationships You want to bring on a...
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    #1 Reason Most Contractors Shut Down

    I dont know if you all can relate to this, but ever since starting my business, I have been obsessed with the study of my mind. I dont mean the corny, self help, realization of past trauma and not just motivation. I’m talking about the beliefs that shape our decisions, the ones we don’t even...
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    Did You Know the Oldest Business in the World Is a Contracting Company?

    “Where do you see yourself in 5, 10, 15 years?” Take a minute to think about it .... Now let me hear it please. Before we begin, I'll be giving a little history lesson, so if this isn't for you. I won't take offense... Guess what, if you have a vision, if you have a plan, you are already ahead...
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    📱Social media is tough (good thing we have some pros here) share your best advice.

    I love watching people who are authentic and consistent almost like a reality show
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    💸 What’s the Most Expensive Mistake You’ve Ever Made?

    For me personally it would be making the wrong hires, that messes with everything, business being the least. the stress, the headache, sleepless nights , the anxiety. Lord
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    ☕ Coffee, Energy Drinks, or… Something Else?

    im living off of debt , prayers and stress baby lol
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    What is the greatest book on economics ever written and why isn't it Das Kapital (by Karl Marx, loser)

    Im a fundamentals kinda guy lol Profit First - Mike Michalowicz
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    What is the best business advice you ever received?

    One that has stuck with me for a while, in business and life ... What you dont change, you choose.
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    How Much Should You Really Be Charging?

    The number one question I receive is tied directly to the fact, most contractors are still guessing when it comes to pricing. Overhead. Profit. Labor rate. Trip fees. They think just because they throw a number they hear their competitors use, thats all that they need. It may work, but how...
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    Most Contractors Problems Are Communication Problems

    I learned this the hard way - I always assumed people knew or understood what I needed, instead of communicating because I did not want to have the hard conversation. I wanted to be liked more than understood. But here’s what I’ve learned the hard way: Most mistakes, delays, and drama on a...
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    Saying You Want Growth.. If You’re Not Willing to Change

    Everybody says they want to grow… but no one talks about what actually needs to change. You can’t keep doing the same thing, with the same habits, and expect new results. At some point, you’ve got to ask: If I keep running my business like this… am I gonna get what I really want? This is...
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    Walt Disney sketched his empire on a napkin. Here’s ours

    Walt Disney once sketched the future of his entire company on a napkin. Studios, parks, licensing, characters, media, all connected, all feeding each other. Like an eco system. That inspired me to create our own. This is my flywheel, for our 5 year plan. Every piece in here, from trade schools...
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    👋 Start Here: Introduce Yourself + Get to Know the Community

    Team work & big fans, I just had to brother
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    The Crazy Path We Choose: Why Are We Really Doing This?

    Let’s be honest, it takes a certain kind of crazy to walk away from a steady paycheck, health benefits, a pension, and 401(k)… …just to trade it for stress, uncertainty, no consistent work, and no safety net. And here we are. Every one of us who left a “sane” path to start our own thing made...
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    You Quit Your Job to Start a Business — So Why Gamble on a Used Truck?

    Everybody says the same thing: “Just buy a used truck, it’s cheaper.” Yet, That same truck breaks down 3–6 months later. Now your jobs are delayed. You’re borrowing vehicles from your spouse or rental. You’re stressed out and behind on bills. And suddenly the “cheaper option” is costing you way...
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    Everyone Wants to HIRE the “3–5 Year Guy” — But Why?

    Once again, contractors are falling into the same pattern. I keep seeing posts on Instagram that say: “Must have 3–5 years experience.”What do you guys think about this? Here’s my take: It’s because most people want someone they can toss straight into the field. No training. No culture...
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    We Hired for Skill & We Got Burnt.

    When I first started hiring, I focused on work ethic and skills. We all look for the 3-5 year guy in the field. That’s how I saw every other electrician hire. Until we’ve trained side-by-side with leaders from the Ritz Carlton, studied what world-class hiring really looks like, and built our...
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    Do Electrical Contractors Understand Costs ?

    I’m not talking about materials and labor. I’m talking about the real costs, not just the bare minimum ... the hidden stuff that slowly eats away at your margin while you’re out chasing the next job. After spending the last few months traveling with contractors across the country, I keep...