Professional Builders Secrets

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Steve Yates, CEO of Buildxact. Throughout this episode, Steve sheds light on why so many builders struggle with technology that doesn’t fit their needs and shares how purpose-built software and AI can transform estimating, planning, and profitability in custom home building. This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0 [https://hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0] INSIDE EPISODE 195 YOU WILL DISCOVER * Why technology designed for production builders fails custom home builders * How to pinpoint the software that addresses your pain points * The power of live supplier integrations and AI * How improving pre-planning and information flow drives profitability * How to leverage new technology as a competitive advantage * And much, much more. ABOUT STEVE YATES Steve Yates is the CEO of Buildxact, a construction management platform built for custom builders and remodelers. With nearly 20 years in the construction supply space and a global perspective, he’s focused on delivering tech solutions that simplify estimating, improve planning, and drive builder profitability. Connect with Steve: linkedin.com/in/ceobuildxact/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceobuildxact/] TIMELINE * 3:30 Why most construction software doesn’t fit small builders * 8:00 The hidden costs of poor estimating practices * 12:30 How live supplier integrations save time and money * 17:00 The power of AI to catch costly mistakes * 23:00 Streamlining ordering and logistics in one click * 28:30 What the future of construction technology looks like LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/] APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/ [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/] APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ [https://www.instagram.com/apbbuilders/] APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders] APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders]

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Andy Skarda, Head Coach at APB. In this live recording from the International Builders Show in Las Vegas, Andy unpacks the art and science of cash flow mastery for building companies. Andy shares why cash flow is the number one reason builders struggle to scale, and explains how to create a sustainable system that protects your business long term. This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0 [https://hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0] INSIDE EPISODE 194 YOU WILL DISCOVER * Why cash flow is the lifeblood of any construction business * The biggest mistakes builders make with their cash and financial risk * How to build 12 months of cash reserves * The critical role of an experienced bookkeeper and what questions to ask them * How understanding your true numbers will change how you operate * And much, much more. ABOUT ANDY SKARDA Head Coach at the Association of Professional Builders, Andy specialises in helping business owners in the building industry identify and implement the skills and systems they need to be successful, without needing to go back to school. Or more importantly, without going bust. Connect with Andy: linkedin.com/in/andy-skarda-92a6875/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-skarda-92a6875/] TIMELINE * 2:00 Why cash flow is the lifeblood of a building company * 5:30 How builders accidentally run a Ponzi scheme * 9:00 The importance of daily and weekly cash monitoring * 13:00 The consequences of not knowing your numbers * 17:30 Building cash reserves for peace of mind * 21:00 Practical tips for finding the right bookkeeper LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/] APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/ [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/] APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ [https://www.instagram.com/apbbuilders/] APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders] APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders]

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode recorded live at the International Builders Show (IBS) 2025 with Jim Schneider of Schneider Construction. In this episode, Jim shares his journey from struggling with profitability to running a lean, high-performance building company. This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0 [https://hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0] INSIDE EPISODE 193 YOU WILL DISCOVER * What makes a high-performance home * The critical financial mistakes that were draining profits from Jim’s business * How to confidently define your ideal client and say no to the wrong jobs * Why openness, vulnerability, and peer accountability accelerated Jim’s success * How implementing construction slots, pricing for profit, and work in progress tracking transformed his margins * And much, much more. ABOUT JIM SCHNEIDER Jim is the owner of Schneider Construction, LLC. He is a master builder, and builds and remodels high-value custom homes in Virginia’s Eastern Shore that stand as exemplars of quality, design and coastal living. Connect with Jim: linkedin.com/in/schneiderconstructionva [https://www.linkedin.com/in/schneiderconstructionva] TIMELINE * 1:46 What a high-performance home really is * 5:56 The turning point that forced Jim to change how he ran his business * 11:11 Why chasing every project drained his profits * 15:26 How defining his ideal client improved margins and reduced stress * 19:41 The power of collaboration and openness with your team * 23:14 Jim’s number one piece of advice for builders who want to get out of survival mode LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/] APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/ [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/] APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ [https://www.instagram.com/apbbuilders/] APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders] APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders]

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an essential episode featuring Glen Fitzgerald, Co-founder and Safety Manager of Worx Safety. In this episode, Glen gets into how systemising your on-site safety and compliance processes is about more than just ticking a box; it’s a growth strategy that directly impacts your building company's efficiency, risk management, and bottom line. This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0 [https://hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0] INSIDE EPISODE 192 YOU WILL DISCOVER * Why most builders are unintentionally exposing themselves to risk * The consequences of poor subcontractor compliance * How a digital system can safeguard your business * The link between safety systems and site quality, efficiency, and scalability * Why builders should see safety as a competitive advantage * And much, much more. ABOUT GLEN FITZGERALD Glen Fitzgerald is the Co-founder of Worx Safety and has over two decades of experience in the residential construction industry. Having owned and operated multiple trade businesses, Glen understands the real-world challenges builders face. Today, he helps building companies streamline their safety and compliance processes through digital solutions. Connect with Glen: linkedin.com/in/glen-fitzgerald-09b46b221/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-fitzgerald-09b46b221/] TIMELINE * 3:40 The real cost of poor safety systems * 6:15 Why safety is a business strategy, not just compliance * 9:00 Glen’s journey from plumber to safety software founder * 14:20 Subcontractor risks that could cost you thousands * 18:30 How to systemise your on-site safety processes * 24:00 The future of digital safety in residential construction LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/] APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/ [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/] APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ [https://www.instagram.com/apbbuilders/] APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders] APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders]

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Adam Eagle, CEO and founder of Beam. In this episode, Adam shares the challenges builders face in managing project finances and introduces solutions that can streamline processes, reduce overwhelm, and significantly boost profitability. This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0 [https://hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0] INSIDE EPISODE 191 YOU WILL DISCOVER * Why builders struggle with fragmented financial systems * The hidden dangers of relying solely on bookkeepers * How Beam simplifies subcontractor payments and job costing * The impact of fast payment cycles on subcontractor loyalty and pricing * How digitising processes reduce cost overruns and errors * And much, much more. ABOUT ADAM EAGLE Adam Eagle is the CEO and founder of Beam, a construction finance platform built to simplify project payments and job costing. With a background in fintech at Stripe, Adam now helps builders streamline their finances and boost profitability through smarter, integrated systems. Connect with Adam: linkedin.com/in/areagle/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/areagle/] TIMELINE * 2:04 Why Adam left Stripe to help builders * 4:06 The hidden chaos behind builder finances * 8:59 Why relying on a bookkeeper isn’t enough * 10:01 How one builder saved 9.5 hours a week * 14:48 The real cost of paying subcontractors the old way * 26:03 A $21K mistake that could’ve been avoided LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/] APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/ [https://associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/] APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ [https://www.instagram.com/apbbuilders/] APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders] APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders [https://www.youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders]