How Contractors Can Add More Value and Profit with Every Job
Update: 2025-10-22
Description
What if you could make more money on every job while keeping your customers happier than ever? In this episode of Hard Hat to CEO, Chris G. talks about simple ways contractors can stand out, like offering extra services the same way a mechanic suggests new wipers or an air filter. He shares how partnering with designers, smart home pros, or financing experts can add value without adding more work. You’ll pick up real tips to build stronger client relationships, boost profits, and run a business people remember for all the right reasons.
Episode highlights:
(0:00 ) Intro
(0:42 ) The mechanic upsell analogy
(1:42 ) Turning calls into partnerships
(3:16 ) Finding your competitive edge
(4:03 ) Impressing clients with presentation tools
(5:45 ) The rise of smart home opportunities
(6:14 ) Turnkey vs. DIY flexibility
(6:45 ) Helping clients secure financing
(8:40 ) Why project management is worth charging for
(9:30 ) Final takeaway and coaching invite
(9:49 ) Outro
Connect with Hard Hat to CEO on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BrHqc3wdF/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardhattoceo/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcgilman/
Episode highlights:
(0:00 ) Intro
(0:42 ) The mechanic upsell analogy
(1:42 ) Turning calls into partnerships
(3:16 ) Finding your competitive edge
(4:03 ) Impressing clients with presentation tools
(5:45 ) The rise of smart home opportunities
(6:14 ) Turnkey vs. DIY flexibility
(6:45 ) Helping clients secure financing
(8:40 ) Why project management is worth charging for
(9:30 ) Final takeaway and coaching invite
(9:49 ) Outro
Connect with Hard Hat to CEO on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BrHqc3wdF/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardhattoceo/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcgilman/
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