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SBTB Ep. 10 | The Scheduling Mistakes That Quietly Cost Contractors $150K+
Success Beyond The Brush · 2026-02-03 · 41 min
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In this episode, Mark Black and Scott Lollar break down why scheduling is one of the biggest hidden profit leaks in a contracting business. They unpack how going over budget doesn’t just cost you on the job - it steals capacity from the next job (the “double whammy”), why “my board is full” is meaningless if it isn’t tied to revenue targets and headcount , and how crew sizing, overtime, job rounding, and even supply runs can quietly wreck production. If you want more predictable revenue, smoother operations, and fewer end-of-job surprises, this one is a must-listen.
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