The Quit Getting Screwed Construction Podcast
Episode 66: What’s the Deal with Warranties?
What's the deal with Warranties!? It's a question many contractors find themselves asking. Luckily, our very own host, Karalynn Cromeens, happens to know that information like the back of her hand! In this episode of the pod, Karalynn breaks down warranties in...
Episode 65: Learn Your Liens, Michigan!
It's time to learn about some more lien laws! In this episode, we take a trip to the great lakes and check in on the Mitten State. Michigan construction attorney, Anthony Vittiglio, joins Karalynn to discuss what it takes to have a valid lien in MI. Anthony’s history...
Episode 64: SHARPen Your Team Management Skills!
Every business owner knows that managing a team can be a serious challenge. When different personalities, temperaments, communication styles, and strengths collide in one place, it can be a hotbed for conflict. In today's episode, Karalynn is joined by construction...
Episode 63: Learn Your Liens, Idaho!
No matter where you live, learning your local lien laws is an essential step to take when working in construction. One of the biggest issues we see on the legal side is folks losing out on their pay. That is why Karalynn brings in the best and brightest construction...
Episode 62: Quit Getting Screwed by Your Bookkeeper!
We've talked on this show about the advantages of having somebody handle your money. Last month's episode on bookkeeping dives into the many ways taking financial management off your plate can empower you as a construction professional. However, profitability master...
Episode 61: Learn Your Liens, California!
There's no way to run a construction company without getting properly paid for the work you do. In the trades, maintaining your lien rights is essential to making sure you get the money you are owed. In today's episode, Karalynn returns to her lien law series to...
Episode 60: Why Mindset Matters!
How often do you take a moment to stop and be mindful? How often do you reflect on your mindset at work, at home, and even just when you're alone with yourself? Did you know that your mindset can make an incredible difference in the quality of life you lead, and allow...
Episode 59: Learn Your Liens, Pennsylvania!
Are you a Pennsylvania contractor? Do you prefer getting paid to the alternative? If you answered yes to both questions, we have just the podcast for you! It's time for another lien laws episode, with our resident legal whiz, Karalynn Cromeens, and her incomparable...
Episode 58: Selling in Spite of Stigma
Working as a contractor can come with some stigma. There are all sorts of rumors about construction workers that homeowners perpetuate, and even more niche gossip from trade to trade. Karalynn sits down with Jana Earley, owner and head designer of Luxe Fine Finishes,...
Episode 57: Learn Your Liens, Tennessee!
It's Podcast time! We're back in action, and coming to you with a new installment in our 50 State Lien Laws series. This time, we go to the Country Music Capital, Tennessee. Joshua Jenkins joins Karalynn on the podcast to break TN's lien laws down to the letter, and...
Episode 45: Building Up Your Business Valuation
This episode of Quit Getting Screwed features JC Maldonado from BizGroPartners again, this time discussing growing value in your construction business—a hot topic for business owners! JC joins Karalynn Cromeens to break everything down and provide a game plan on how to move your business forward in a positive direction.
Episode 44: Build Wealth Through Acquisitions
On this episode of Quit Getting Screwed, JC Maldonado, a business acquisition expert with BizGroPartners, joins our host Karalynn Cromeens to chat about building wealth through acquisitions, diving deep into this hot topic.
Episode 43: Learn Your Liens, Wisconsin!
In this podcast episode, Karalynn Cromeens is joined by Brian Zimmerman to discuss Wisconsin construction lien law along with more in-depth topics including liens on public works projects and bond claims.
Episode 42: Breaking Down the Construction Subcontract
Karalynn and Caroline Beavers of CHB Legal sit down to discuss the ins and outs of a construction subcontract and best practices for better understanding and negotiating them.
Episode 41: Learn Your Liens, Arizona!
In this podcast episode, our host Karalynn Cromeens is joined by award-winning Phoenix construction attorney, Michael Thal, to discuss Arizona construction lien law.
Episode 40: The Past, Present, and Future of Construction
What better way to celebrate Women in Construction Week than to have construction legend Carolyn Lightfoot join the Quit Getting Screwed Podcast to have a chat about how far construction has come and where it may be heading.
Episode 39: Learn Your Liens, Alabama!
Guest Griffin Tyndall explains in this podcast episode that without a license, a contractor faces the risk of working for free because the state of Alabama does not protect them. The best practice is to get licensed, and Griffin provides some guidance on doing that.
Episode 38: First Comes Finances
Growing up in the construction industry, Dana Jensen understood the importance of collecting and managing money from completed jobs which drove him to hang up his tool belt and focus on his financing business. This podcast recap includes advice he gives to construction business owners.
Episode 37: Learn Your Liens, Wyoming!
Construction Attorney Jason Robinson joins Karalynn to discuss Wyoming construction law, with a focus on Wyoming construction liens. If you’re a Wyoming contractor who likes getting paid what you are owed, Jason has some insight for you!