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The Real Challenges of Running a Building Business (And How to Overcome Them!) | Duayne Pearce
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Todd Parris, a builder who transformed his business and life by embracing data, systems, and a passion for healthy homes. In this episode, Todd shares his journey from working with his dad to running his own award-winning building company, the challenges he faced, and the lessons he learned along the way.
Discover how Todd overcame overwhelm, built a strong team, and shifted his focus to building healthier, more sustainable homes for his clients. Whether youβre a builder, business owner, or just love stories of growth and resilience, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world insights.
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Chapters
1. Meet Todd From Haiku Building (00:00:00)
2. Apprenticeship With Dad To Going Solo (00:03:52)
3. Early Wins, COVID Shocks, And Cashflow Pain (00:08:12)
4. Pricing, Overheads, And The Business Gap (00:13:32)
5. Choosing Fixed Price Over Cost Plus (00:20:02)
6. The PAC Process And Saying No To Tenders (00:25:48)
7. Healthy Homes, Airtightness, And Testing (00:31:13)
8. Clients, Education, And Social Proof (00:37:38)
9. Going All-In On Data And KPIs (00:41:58)
10. Profit First, Bookkeeping, And Forecasting (00:47:28)
11. Stress, Family Confidence, And Zooming Out (00:52:48)
12. Building The Team And Leading From The Office (00:58:08)
13. Systems On Site And Simple Checklists (01:03:28)
14. Awards, Partnerships, And Healthy Home Wins (01:08:08)
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