Episode 169. Tap Your Emotional Intelligence & Become a Better Manager

It’s self-managing to manage your business better. Engaging keynote speaker and executive coach known for his dynamic storytelling and entertaining style, Rich Bracken seamlessly blends data, research, and emotion to deliver powerful insights that inspire sustainable positive change. This fun 30-minute convo is not just informative, but also resonates on both personal and professional levels so you can build a stronger, more sustainable company.

Attention Kansas construction companies! Before you sign your next contract, listen to this episode. Construction attorney Karalynn Cromeens breaks down what makes the Sunflower state contracts unique, and how to prepare to conduct business there. It’ll only take you 10 minutes to get her expert lawyer tips that can protect your business’ bottom line! We’ve covered 23 other United States in this show. See if your state was covered in the past episodes: OK – 167, FL – 22, LA – 24, OH – 26, CO – 28, AR – 30, UT – 32, NY – 35, WY – 37, AL – 39, AZ – 41, WI 43, GA – 47, MS – 49, IL – 51, MA – 53, TN – 57, PA – 59, CA – 61, ID – 63, MI – 65, NH – 85, NE – 123.

It’s ALL you need to know about filing a lien in OK. Construction attorney Karalynn Cromeens breaks down what makes the Sooner state contracts unique, and how to prepare to conduct business there. It’ll only take you 11 minutes to get her pro lawyer tips that can protect your business’ bottom line!

Throttle up your profits! In this episode, Luke Boyenger, Cruzumi CFO & Advisor, empowers small business owners like you to unlock your company’s full potential. He shares expert advice on profit maximization, cash flow management, and sustainable growth. Your business can thrive in 2025 with this quick podcast.

Small business software with a one-size-fits-all mentality is lazy and outdated. Paul Jackson is the Founder and CEO at Method — the complete process automation tool for businesses that use QuickBooks and Xero. His belief, paired with his experience as a self-taught coder and entrepreneur, creates a motivating and relief-inducing episode that all construction companies can benefit from.

Sprinkle sparkles of success onto your business! Guest ‪@SuzanneCastle‬ is an award-winning keynote speaker, dynamic business strategist, and transformational coach known for helping ambitious women break through barriers to build extraordinary lives and businesses. Her impactful work and inspiring presence have earned her features on AppleTV, Roku, Amazon Fire, and Zondra TV. A former professional entertainer, Suzanne captivates audiences with her engaging delivery, unique blend of creativity and strategy, and her signature Sparkle Factor® framework. Ready to shine, business owner?

Make “profit” your word for 2025! Award-winning business strategist, master astrologer and best-selling author Kim Woods (‪@kimwoodschannel‬) combines astrology, ancient feminine wisdom and her 25+ years of C-Suite experience to help you become rich and powerful, make a big impact and leave your legacy. As JP Morgan says, “Millionaires don’t use astrology, billionaires do.” She’s one of the Top Female Entrepreneurs disrupting the business world by Entrepreneur Magazine for her revolutionary, Do You Know, Like and Trust Yourself® method. Kim’s also been featured in Forbes, INC, ABC, CBS, NBC, USA Today, AP, Reader’s Digest, Miami and Boston Herald, Market Watch and Digital Journal for her intuitive approach to life and business.

She’s the most senior attorney at the Cromeens Law Firm. Jonelle Oldacre shares precisely what Texas and California contractors need to know to protect their construction business before they sign on the dotted line. Her legal knowledge expertly blends with her contracting background in a quick listen that prepares and inspires.

If you want to increase your profits, gobble up this Thanksgiving throwback episode. Eric Fortenberry joins this valuable episode. He’s a passionate entrepreneur who founded ‪@JobTread‬ a construction estimating and project management software company, in 2019. After successfully implementing the platform, the company grew from $5 to $8 million in sales and increased their gross profit by 43%.

Published author, award-winning lawyer, leader, seasoned manager, and partner at Cromeens Law Firm, Karalynn Cromeens has an eye-opening chat with Lyndel Johnson, fellow podcast host passionate about creating meaningful and measurable impact to businesses. Managing a successful business is tough, but it can be easier with expert insight like this! Get all the tips today.

He’s kind of an accounting bada$$. With the ever-shifting supply chain and regulatory environment, construction business owners have to make strategic decisions to optimize profitability. The best way to do that is with accurate data from their accounting teams. Jason’s 20+ years of business advisory experience positions him and the team at Signature Analytics to help guide construction business owners to make smarter business decisions. Explore Jason’s website: https://signatureanalytics.com/

It’s a big pain no contractor needs. The surprising uptick in collection cases sheds light on the construction industry’s challenges, opportunities, and changes. In this quick episode, discover law firm-backed lien guidance so you can get paid fast, and your team is confidently back to work.