{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63896826b5a6630010e23a2c/6a9ac2ecf8f4d42589dd0b89?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"EP287: Scope Creep Solutions: How Contractors Can Reduce Free Work & Boost Profit","description":"<p>Contractors face significant profit leaks due to scope creep. This episode breaks down practical solutions including clear change order processes, tracking free work, and managing client expectations to boost your bottom line.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Brad talks about:</p><ul><li>What scope creep is and how it happens</li><li>The hidden costs associated with extra work</li><li>Strategies to prevent scope creep without alienating your customers</li><li>The importance of having a clear change order process</li><li>Tips for training your team to handle customer requests effectively</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Links to resources</p><p><br></p><p>Join our new community on Skool: <a href=\"https://www.skool.com/contractorprofitblueprint\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.contractorprofitblueprint.skool.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Get your free ebook and labor burden worksheet for the first 100 sign-ups!</p><p><br></p><p>Grab my free job costing worksheet and start job costing every job right away.</p><p><a href=\"https://go.hammercrm.com/widget/form/4Bws6E9GGX0RZPoED1bn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>https://go.hammercrm.com/widget/form/4Bws6E9GGX0RZPoED1bn</u></a></p><p><br></p><p>Want to go deeper?</p><p>Check out the Contractor Profit Blueprint: <a href=\"https://www.thecontractorprofitblueprint.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>https://www.thecontractorprofitblueprint.com/</u></a></p><p>Book a strategy call with Brad: <a href=\"https://hammerandgrind.com/qualification-website\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>https://hammerandgrind.com/qualification-website</u></a></p><p><br></p><p>Enjoying the podcast? Visit our website at <a href=\"https://www.hammerandgrindpodcast.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>https://www.hammerandgrindpodcast.com</u></a> for the latest episodes, resources, and more.</p><p><br></p><p>Have a question, story, or topic you'd like us to cover? Leave us a message here: <a href=\"https://www.hammerandgrindpodcast.com/voicemail\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>https://www.hammerandgrindpodcast.com/voicemail</u></a>.</p><p>We'd love to hear from you, and your message could be featured on a future episode!</p><p><br></p><p>Help us get the word out to other contractors by leaving us a review or sharing our podcast!</p>","author_name":"Brad Huebner"}