This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in March 2024.

If cash is king, then cash flow is the empire. So why are most construction businesses still broke?

Seven out of ten construction companies go under within ten years, and it is rarely because of poor workmanship.

The real problem is tight margins, weak cash flow, and contracts packed with hidden risks.

In this episode, we break down why most companies fail and what you can do right now to avoid the same fate.

Tune in to learn how to fix your business model, protect your cash, and finally gain control of your construction future.

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Timestamps:

(1:33) - The average margin is 5 to 15% and that typically in other industries would be considered a pretty low margin for a business to stay alive

(2:22) - If cash is king, then cash flow is the empire that sustains its realm essentially

(3:32) - If you've got low margins, one of the things that we see is that your relationship game is very poor

(6:03) - The best business models that you can have, or the ultimate best business model is insurance companies

(7:48) - When you do negotiate, it makes a massive difference to your risk profile

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