Do you feel the need to be more organized and/or more productive? Perhaps you spend your day in a frenzy of activity and then at the end of the day, wonder why you haven't accomplished much? In this episode, Mark G. Richardson talks through 9 critical time management skills business owners will want to master in order to become more productive and efficient.
Raise your hand if you've ever sat through a meeting and wondered why you were even there? Today, more than ever before, time is one of a business owner's most valuable resources. A major component of managing your time efficiently is knowing how to host world-class meetings. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson outlines 5 steps to hosting a productive and efficient meeting.
Mistakes happen. Oftentimes, we learn and grow only after making a mistake. Having said that, there are some mistakes that are made through carelessness that can really hurt your business. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson shares the top 10 mistakes all business owners will want to avoid this year as they look to grow their businesses. Only through planning, can one achieve greatness.
What will your theme for 2018 be? Mark G. Richardson consults with a number of businesses in the home improvement industry and he's seen a few growth themes become more dominant than others over the years. Why is having a theme important you might ask? Establishing a theme for the year can help provide a consistent direction and can create alignment within your company. Take a listen as Mark breaks down 8 themes proven to guide your company's growth plans and what each one means: Theme #1 - Exce...
Welcome back, listeners! Today's episode is a critical one as you think about and strategize how you'll grow your business this year. Take a listen and hear from Mark G. Richardson - leading authority in the home remodeling industry - as he outlines the foundational principles (fitness factors) a business will need to sustain long-term growth.
What better way to kick off the new year than by learning the top predictions most likely to impact your business in 2018? That's what Mark G. Richardson - leading authority in the Remodeling Industry and Author of 3 books - is here to talk about. You'll want to sit back, relax, and take some notes for this one as Mark shares his top 10 predictions all business owners will want to know.
Find out how the most successful remodeling businesses are managing client expectations by controlling the selection process with these 10 tips.
People buy emotionally but rationalize their decisions logically. When it comes down to it, most businesses are the same. They provide the same service - whether that is roof repair, window replacement, or so on - and the end product is similar. What can businesses do to then help convince clients to get excited about seeing their home projects through? Use your value to help them rationalize their decisions logically. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson - leading authority in the remodeling &am...
If you're not changing, you're not growing. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson breaks down what this statement means and how business owners can better plan for the future as they grow their companies. To do so, you'll want to consider a few things: 1) How is the world changing - What major events are taking place around the world that could impact your industry and business? 2) How is your industry changing - What are the latest trends in technologies and tactics being used? 3) How are you cha...
Thank you for tuning into Mark G. Richardson's podcast series, Remodeling Mastery! Today's episode is #76 and is brought to you by Surefire Local. IN THIS EPISODE: - Learn what baking cookies and getting referrals have in common - A 10 Step process to create a "self-generated lead" culture within an organization According to Mark, businesses that see the highest degree of success will have the ability to create self-generated leads. These are referrals from past & current clients. Now, where...
"People are your greatest assets," says Mark G. Richardson. In Mark's book "Fit to Grow", he developed 12 themes that allow a business to grow. One of those themes revolves around people - the employees that are doing the work day in and day out that contributes to your success. In this episode, Mark talks through the various stages from hiring to training and building relationships with your employees that enable them to grow within the company and become leaders.
Are you asking the right questions? In this episode, Mark G. Richardson talks through the 10 questions every business owner should ask themselves to find solutions to better manage their business and anticipate future challenges.
What does test driving a Tesla have to do with remodeling? More than you might think, according to Mark G. Richardson. Enjoy his story of the Tesla buying experience he had, and how it translates to the remodeling industry when as it relates to providing your clients a world-class client experience. We all have 24 hours in a day. How you choose to spend your limited time defines your success. Join Mark as he walks you through a process with strategies, techniques, and tools to achieve time maste...
We are all given 24 hours in a given day...how we choose to spend those hours defines our success. In this podcast, Mark G. Richardson walks through a time mastery process, complete with strategies, techniques, and tools that'll help you to control your day.
Power of 3 by Mark Richardson
In this episode, Mark Richardson talks through the top 10 misconceptions in the remodeling industry. These misconceptions are often what is holding back a business from just getting by to being highly successful. As a business owner and remodeling professional, it's time to wipe away these common misconceptions!
In this episode, Mark Richardson discusses stress and the root causes of why business owners are more stressed today than ever before. He reveals 5 proven techniques to reducing stress, and how remodeling contractors can apply them to better manage stress in their own lives and businesses.
In this episode, Mark Richardson lists the 10 mistakes remodeling contractors make most often as it relates to selling; and walks through steps to avoid them.
The remodeling industry has always been driven by relationships and personal referrals. However, in today's society, it's never been easier for people to go online and write a review of a business. This dymanic shift makes it extremely important to deliver world-class client experiences. In this episode, Mark Richardson shares what remodeling contractors can do - from the start date to completion and every day in between - to provide their clients with the best possible experience.
In this episode, Mark Richardson shares key takeaways remodeling contractors can learn from some of the major brands today, such as Amazon and Uber. As these brands operated with the future in mind, so too can remodeling contractors to create a competitive advantage that positions them for success today and in the future.
In this special episode of Remodeling Mastery, Mark shifts the focus to the Roofing Industry and tackles 3 main questions. 1) Why Roofing? 2) What are the keys to success? 3) How can you take your roofing business to the next level? Listen as Mark shares thoughts and insights into the advantages of getting involved in roofing, how to be successful, and proven tactics to take your roofing business to the next level.
How fit is your business? In this episode, Mark Richardson walks you through the key elements to establishing a strong foundation that'll enable you to grow a sustainable business.
In a special edition of Remodeling Mastery, Mark Richardson is joined by Jeff Miller of the Jeff Miller Consulting Alliance, a well-known consultant and advisor. In this episode, Mark and Jeff take a look at how businesses can be successful by investing in the philosophy of people being the company's greatest asset, and how to foster that relationship between business and employee.
Mark Richardson gives a State of the Union Address for the remodeling industry. In his address he takes a look at the remodeling environment today, industry dynamics, economic factors and top priorities for planning for the future.
Mastering something we all want more of—TIME—is a challenge! As an Author, keynote speaker and lifetime remodeler, Mark Richardson has mentored many successful business owners and is considered by many to be a master of time management. In this podcast, Mark shares insights on how remodelers can approach improving their time management with a time mastery checklist system.
People are your company's greatest asset—an asset that requires close attention and a strategic focus. As 2017 is in full swing now, it’s a good time to take inventory of your organization and assess any gaps in talent.
What does the future hold for the remodeling industry? What might it look like? Mark Richardson believes that the best companies out there are thinking 3 to 5 years out, and thus need to consider how future trends and technologies are going to impact businesses. Not thinking about the future, is a surefire way to fall behind the competition. In this podcast, Mark shares a few indicators and thoughts that he believes will transpire over the next few years.
Time is really not on your side. This affects your clients and the experience they have with your business, and it also affects your employees. Mark Richardson shares the top 10 time wasters that render remodelers ineffective and provides actionable takeaways to help you overcome these challenges.
The most successful remodeling companies will make investing in their employees and company culture a top priority. Mark Richardson shares his beliefs on why people are a company's greatest asset, above all else.
Is it time for change? Are you ready to take on that next challenge? Mark Richardson - renowned author, speaker, and thought leader in the remodeling industry - shares insights on how to properly handle transitions and exit strategies in business.
