Nationwide Contractor Perspectives on Economic Trends (Part 2)

On the latest episode of the Kid Contractor Podcast, I had the chance to catch up with two more contractors from different regions of the country to get their take on the current economic conditions and trends they're seeing in their businesses. First, I spoke with Paul from Miami, Florida, who runs a landscaping company called PGL. Paul shared how he's had to adapt his business over the past 18 months, going from a focus on lawn maintenance to more design and installation work. He's noticed his clients are asking more detailed questions about the projects, wanting to understand the value they're getting rather than just focusing on the timeline. Paul also discussed the challenges of managing his crew size, finding the right balance between having enough workers to get the job done well while also keeping his overhead in check. And he emphasized the importance of building trust with clients, especially after some have had bad experiences with other contractors. Later in the episode, I connected with Jose, who runs Bluestone Landscaping in the Midwest. Jose shared how he's had to get more creative with his marketing and branding to stand out, using social media to showcase the quality of his team's work. He's also focused on investing in his crew, training them up rather than just hiring experienced workers who may not share the same passion for the business. Both Paul and Jose provided valuable insights into the current state of the green industry, highlighting the need for contractors to be adaptable, focus on delivering value, and cultivate strong relationships with their clients. It was great to get their on-the-ground perspectives, and I'm looking forward to continuing this series to hear from more contractors around the country.

Listen to the full episode here!