Tuesday Tools On Purpose: Ownership Preservation Series Part 1- Operating Agreement

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Ownership Preservation Series: Legal Strategies for Safeguarding Your Business Part 1: Operating Agreement

Join BOP Business Coach Patrice Miles and Samy Diab from Diab Law Firm, PLLC, as they discuss "Ownership Preservation Series: Legal Strategies for Safeguarding Your Business - Part 1: Operating Agreement" on the latest Tuesday Tools On Purpose podcast!

Learn how to protect your business from legal risks, avoid potential lawsuits, and secure your personal assets through the power of an operating agreement.

Contact information: Patrice Miles Business Coach, Business On Purpose patrice@mybusinessonpurpose.com Discovery Call: https://bit.ly/patricediscovery

Samy Diab Diab Law Firm, PLLC Direct Line: 713 588- 1657 Main Line: (281) 560- 4913 samy@diablawfirm.com https://diablawfirm.com/

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Tuesday Tools On Purpose: Ownership Preservation Series Part 1- Operating Agreement

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Ownership Preservation Series: Legal Strategies for Safeguarding Your Business Part 1: Operating Agreement

Learn how to protect your business from legal risks, avoid potential lawsuits, and secure your personal assets through the power of an operating agreement.

Contact information: Patrice Miles Business Coach, Business On Purpose patrice@mybusinessonpurpose.com Discovery Call: https://bit.ly/patricediscovery

Samy Diab Diab Law Firm, PLLC Direct Line: 713 588- 1657 Main Line: (281) 560- 4913 samy@diablawfirm.com https://diablawfirm.com/

For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/

LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210

SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1

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The Dickie & Donny Show Episode 9: Financial Forecasting – The One Tool That Brings Radical Clarity to Your Business 32:02

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Worried about where your business is headed financially—or if you’ll even break even? In this episode of The Dickie & Donny Show, BOP Business Coaches Shawn “Dickie” Stinson and Brandon “Donny” Gray dive into one of the most powerful tools in your business toolbox: financial forecasting. They’ll show you how to build a clear, straightforward spreadsheet to project your revenue, costs, and profit—so you can plan ahead, avoid surprises, and lead with confidence. Whether you're thinking about growth, hiring, or just need better visibility, this episode gives you the tools to take control of your numbers. LISTEN now and start making financial decisions—on purpose. Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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Should You Hire For Experience Or Potential? 4:57

5 days ago4:57

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We were in Dallas last week and had a number of people come up to us after our sessions, workshops, or keynotes asking a variety of questions. A lot of those questions were around employees—how to find them, recruit them, hire them, and retain them. One of the biggest subsets of questions we heard was: do we hire for experience or do we hire for potential? In other words, do we hire somebody who's expensive, has been in the business a long time, and theoretically knows what they're doing? Or do we hire someone who's a little green behind the ears—maybe not as heavy on the investment side, but who will require a lot of internal training? It's a great question, and one I want to tackle today. This is Scott Beebe with Business on Purpose. I'm super excited to be able to help liberate you from chaos and help you make time for the things that matter most. Hang tight until the end—I’ll give you a couple of resources I think will be really helpful for you. When you hire someone for your business, you have to understand that you're essentially entering into a relationship that’s somewhat like a marriage. There's a long-term aspect to it. It's not actually marriage, but you get what I'm saying. That underscores the importance of approaching hiring with clarity—but it doesn't stop there. The onboarding process is equally crucial for setting the right tone and expectations when bringing on a new person. To ensure a smooth transition for new team members, I recommend implementing a documented, checklist-based onboarding system. This system should be detailed and structured—breaking down the first four weeks (or even eight to twelve weeks) into specific time blocks. For example, you might have a plan for Week 1, Day 1, Hour 1, followed by Week 1, Day 1, Hour 2, and so on. Now lest you think this is silly—we actually have a new team member starting tomorrow. At the time of this recording, they'll be coming in at 7:30 AM, and we've got their entire day lined out—not just tomorrow, but the next four weeks. We’ve extended that level of detail so we can give them great clarity from day one. Regardless of whether you're hiring for experience or for potential, if you have that kind of meticulous plan, it communicates a couple of things up front. First, it shows that your business has established procedures and expectations, and that you expect them to follow them—because you do. Second, it demonstrates that your organization values transparency over chaos and provides a structured environment for success. And finally, it sets the expectation that once onboarded, your new team member should maintain that level of precision and organization in their own work—especially when dealing with others in the business. When it comes to talent acquisition, you have two main options. Let’s go back to that idea. You can pursue top-tier, experienced professionals, but be prepared for the associated cost, responsibilities, and investment. Hiring world-class talent often means you’re buying the whole field—in other words, you’re investing in the entire skill set and experience, which comes with a premium price tag, and sometimes, premium drama and the need for higher-level management. Alternatively, you can recruit individuals who may not have extensive experience but show a lot of potential—or have the right character. This can be effective if you’ve built a business with clear processes and systems. In that scenario, you’re relying on your well-structured culture to shape and develop these hires into top-performing team members over time. Both strategies have their merits. The choice depends on your business’s specific needs, your resources, your long-term goals, and your willingness as a leader. But whichever path you choose, remember that clarity in your procedures and expectations is key to successfully integrating new talent and fostering their growth within the organization. Now, just a little caveat—lest you think that if you're not highly structured but you bring in someone with experience, it’ll all work out—remember this: it's still a lack of clarity that you're bringing them into. So don’t expect their long-term experience to compensate for internal challenges. You’ve got to go back and invest in the purpose, people, process, and profit. If you want to read more about this, I’ve got a brand new book out called The Chaos Free Contractor. Now, if you happen not to be a contractor or someone who supports contractors—don’t worry. Just replace “contractor” with your own business type, and everything will still apply. You’ll enjoy it. Just go to our website, BusinessOnPurpose.com, or head to Amazon.com and grab a copy of The Chaos Free Contractor. To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 8- Cutting edge AI technology for old school construction practices 32:31

9 days ago32:31

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Wondering how AI can fix what’s broken in the renovation process? In this episode of The Dickie & Donny Show, BOP Business Coaches Shawn “Dickie” Stinson and Brandon “Donny” Gray talk with Melissa Wood, Founder and CEO of FORMUS, about how AI is being used to solve real-world construction headaches. From streamlining pre-construction planning to cutting out non-productive tasks, Melissa shares how her platform—and its AI agent named SADIE—is bringing clarity, speed, and trust back to renovation projects. Listen now to see how modern tech is reshaping old-school construction—for good and on purpose. CONTACT INFO: Melissa Wood, Founder | CEO, FORMUS WEBSITE: formus.ai EMAIL: mwood@formus.ai INSTAGRAM: formus.ai Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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Having Confidence In Finding New Hires: Hire For Experience or Potential? 5:11

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All things in life have their chicken-and-egg debate—Which one came first? This is one of those situations that, in the world of business ownership, you're trying to figure out: Is it better to hire someone with great experience, or do you bring in someone younger and train them up? What do you do with that? We're going to be answering that, and I think it'll be really helpful. Also, I wanted to make you aware of the new Dickie and Donny Podcast . It’s right here on the Business On Purpose channel. If you scroll through some of the previous episodes, you’ll find The Dickie and Donny Show . That’s Shawn and Brandon and two of our BOP coaches—amazing coaches—who get together and take a super fun, whimsical look at some of the challenges you’re dealing with, walking through a lot of the tools within our operating system. Make sure to check that out! At the end, I’ll also show you something that I think will be really helpful. But first: Do you really need world-class talent, or can you develop someone younger? There’s a common misconception that business owners must always seek out world-class talent, which usually means overpaying. But this overlooks an important reality: Exceptional talent often comes with its own set of baggage or challenges. When you hire a top performer, you’re not just managing their skills—you’re also managing their quirks, demands, and potential difficulties. This issue reminds me of a very old story about a treasure in a field. A man stumbled upon a hidden treasure while walking through a field. He was thrilled—he saw something no one else did. So he approached the landowner and offered to buy the entire field. The landowner, unaware of the treasure, agreed to sell what he thought was just ordinary land. The man got the treasure, but he also became responsible for the entire field. We often miss that part of the story. He now had to tend to and care for every aspect of that land—not just the part he initially wanted. The parable perfectly illustrates what happens when businesses pursue world-class talent. You might secure that exceptional individual, but you're also taking on everything that comes with them. It’s like buying the whole field just to get the treasure. So when you’re thinking about top-tier candidates, it’s best to conduct the hiring process—the one we’ve built and talked about in our Business Operating System—with caution and thoroughness. In fact, as I’m recording this, we just put an offer out to a new team member last week, and we walked through every step of our hiring process to get there. That’s why we strongly advocate for a documented, checklist-based hiring process for every business owner. It acts as a safeguard, slowing you down and helping you avoid potentially costly mistakes. A structured system allows you to thoroughly evaluate a candidate’s skills, achievements, and cultural fit. It helps uncover any potential baggage that may come with their talent—because there will be baggage. The goal is not just to hire the best talent, but the right person—someone who will contribute positively to your team and mission. That’s why we have core values and a stated mission: to use them as filters for decision-making, especially when hiring. Sometimes, the best hire isn’t the most decorated or accomplished individual—it’s the one who best aligns with your company’s needs and culture, if you’ve built it and written it out. By implementing a comprehensive hiring process, you give yourself the best chance of finding that hidden treasure—without inadvertently taking on more than you bargained for. It’s about striking the right balance between talent acquisition and culture fit, ensuring your new hire is an asset to your team in every way because you’ve worked through every item on that checklist. If you’ve got questions about this, as I’ve said before, some of our coaches have set aside time just for you. If you’re a business owner, the primary owner, with three or more full-time W2 employees and doing $1M+ in revenue, you can hop on a 15–20 minute “Ask Us Anything” call—no strings attached. Just go to businessonpurpose.com/ask. If you sign up and show up, we’ll answer any questions you have. If you want to know how to work with us, just ask. We’ll tell you. businessonpurpose.com/ask To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 7- Building a sales system for explosive growth and ideal client engagement 32:33

16 days ago32:33

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Struggling to close leads or wondering why your sales system isn’t working? In this episode of The Dickie & Donny Show, BOP Business Coaches Shawn “Dickie” Stinson and Brandon “Donny” Gray break down what it really takes to build a reliable, repeatable sales process that works. From managing expectations to nurturing trust across regions and industries, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to sharpen your system and stop letting leads go to waste. LISTEN now and learn how to turn every lead into a loyal customer—on purpose. Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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How Labor Employees Find Value In 401k's, Direct Deposit, and Simple Savings Plans 5:01

20 days ago5:01

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Well, we sure do field a lot of questions from a lot of frustrated owners over our time. In fact, this coming week we'll be in Dallas speaking at a Build Expo, and I highly anticipate these questions will come up around this issue of employee engagement. How do I make employees feel valued? How do I make them feel engaged with what we're trying to do? And so we're going to talk about that. Hey, before we dive in, you need to check out the Dickey and Donnie Show on the BOP podcast. It's two of our coaches, Sean and Brandon. They're amazing coaches and I am so grateful they've taken time. It is a whimsical look at a lot of the frustrations that business owners deal with, but done in a super fun way—and I think you'll enjoy it. So come to this podcast, look for the episodes entitled Dickey and Donnie , and you'll get it. Once you get on there, you'll get it. And stay tuned to the end of this podcast. I'll give you a little tool and a resource I think will be helpful for you. I want to tell you a true story of how you can see engagement within employees and also value—how you can actually show them value. When Coastal Shores Landscaping took a closer look at their labor crews’ lives, they uncovered a significant financial issue that many of them were dealing with. See, these 20 to 25 crew members that they had at the time—have actually grown since then—many were cashing their paychecks at the local grocery store every single Friday. What seemed like a convenient option was actually costing these employees quite dearly. The company discovered that check cashing fees were adding up to a staggering amount—equivalent to about one week's salary, sometimes a little bit more per year, per employee. Of course, the problem doesn't stop there. Any one of those individual problems has recurring benefits or consequences. Having cash in hand on a weekend often led to impulsive spending and left little for savings or essential family needs. So they recognized the issue, and Coastal Shores made a strategic decision to implement a mandatory direct deposit policy for all employees starting that following October once they figured this out. This actually happened a few years ago, but this move was designed to address several key problems and provide multiple benefits to their employees. First, it gave employees the dignity of having their own bank accounts. The company brought a banker to their office to help set up those accounts for free for everyone. This simple step of just opening up an account on site opened up a world of financial services and opportunities that many had never experienced before. Second, it eliminated the temptation of having immediate cash on hand. We all know what happens with cash in our pockets. With money safely deposited in their accounts, employees would need to make a conscious decision to withdraw funds—hypothetically reducing impulsive spending. Third, the company introduced a Christmas savings program. They set up a designated account where employees could save a small amount each month for holiday gifts. This helped prevent the need for last-minute borrowing or credit card debt during a festive season—so you could go through the season and not have guilt on the backside of it. Coastal Shores didn’t stop there. They expanded their financial wellness program to include 401k accounts, allowing employees to start saving for their future. Among their field team—their labor crews—there is currently a 98% participation rate. This comprehensive approach to financial literacy became an integral part of the training program. Coastal Shores embodies the principle that life and business necessarily intersect. By investing in their employees’ overall well-being, they have created a workforce that's not only more skilled in their jobs but also more financially stable and satisfied in their personal lives. This serves as an excellent example of how companies can positively impact their employees’ lives beyond the workplace—creating a win-win situation for the business and its members. I know sometimes that can overwhelm you to think about—“Well, how do we do 401k plans or how do we set up these other ancillary programs for our employees to be able to thrive?” Hop on a call with one of our coaches. We've got dedicated time as our coach team to set time with you. If you're a business owner with three or more employees doing a million or more in revenue, then go to businessonpurpose.com/ask—that’s businessonpurpose.com/ask—and one of our coaches would be delighted to hop on with you for about 15–20 minutes. They’ll answer any questions you have, and if you want to know how to work with us, potentially they can show you that as well. Just ask them. Alright, so go to businessonpurpose.com/ask, and you can get clarity on how to start engaging with your employees. To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 6- Longevity in Business: Are You Set Up to Last? 32:00

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Balancing the demands of work and building a long-term business? In this episode of "The Dickie & Donny Show", BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray sit down with David Privitera, Founder & Principal of Focus Forward Advisory, to discuss the key strategies for running a successful business. With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, David shares valuable insights on navigating challenges, managing time and money, and building a sustainable future for your business. Listen and discover how you can lead with purpose, protect your business, and create lasting success. Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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One Simple Strategy for Training Your Team 4:54

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When you think about it, a military command and a sports team—what do those two things have in common when they're not either in a battle or playing a game? At the time of this recording, we're almost at the end of March Madness and these teams have been in training, training, training. Right? So military command—if they're not fighting a battle, they're training. If a sports team is not playing a game, they're training, they're preparing. And yet in business, when's the last time you actually proactively trained? I think it's why it leads us to have a strategy of throwing everybody to the wolves. I mentioned that in the last video, the last podcast that we did—we have this "throw them to the wolves" mentality. So what happens when your employees stop fighting wolves and start instead being trained? Hey, it's Scott Beebe with Business On Purpose. Go to businessonpurpose.com/book and both of my books are there— Let Your Business Burn and also our brand new book is out: The Chaos Free Contractor . Make sure to go check it out. See, throwing employees into a new job without proper guidance means you're just setting them up for disaster. Not only does it waste their time and yours, but it also squanders the resources that your business has. When employees are left to fend for themselves—or fight the wolves on their own—they struggle to understand the role, the business culture, the necessary process. As a result, they often have very little time to actually do their job. It reminds me of a conversation I had with some dear friends of ours, Rob and Jessie Shrieve. They own Coastal Shores, a landscape business with both maintenance and construction divisions. We met for lunch—it was probably around 2016 or 2017—to discuss their company's challenges at the point. Coastal Shores employed two types of crews: maintenance crews and construction/enhancement crews. The maintenance crews primarily consisted of laborers earning around $17–21 an hour. Many of these workers had limited education, with some actually unable to read or write. The turnover rate for these positions was staggering—a little bit like a fast-food joint—often reaching 30 to 50% annually. Not quite fast food, but still pretty painful and very expensive. During our lunch, Rob asked me an incredibly pointed question. He said, “Scott, I understand implementing these strategies for our office team, but do we need to do all this stuff for our labor team as well? What you're suggesting in terms of creating clarity and training is expensive.” That was sort of his concern. My response was intentionally provocative: “Hey Rob, you will train them to the level that you value them. So you need to decide if you value your laborers as much as you value your office staff.” My words were admittedly a little harsh, but I wanted to challenge Rob’s perspective and remind him that all employees—regardless of their role—deserve respect and investment. It resonated with Rob and Jessie, who both have a genuine love for people. They took the message to heart and began implementing changes in the business. A couple of years later, they introduced what they called SALT Training. This was a program that alternated between technical skills and personal development. For example, one week might focus on irrigation setup, chemical application, or equipment maintenance. The fourth week, though, was dedicated to what they called “Life 101.” These were lessons designed to help employees grow both personally and professionally. The intentional approach to training demonstrated Coastal Shores’ commitment to valuing not just a certain type of employee, but all employees. By investing in both technical skills and personal development, they showed their workers they were more than just laborers—as many other companies saw them. They were valued members of the company. They were frontline members—the first point of contact with many customers. And they had amazing growth potential. So the Shrieves’ experience highlights an important lesson for all of us as business owners: When you invest in your employees at all levels, you create a more engaged, loyal, and productive workforce. This not only benefits the individuals, but also contributes to the overall success and growth of the business. Yes, it takes time and it takes money, but when you begin to budget for these things, you can find value in both. Hey, get started here. You can go to businessonpurpose.com/book, pick up either one of my books—or get both if you'd like— Let Your Business Burn and our brand new book The Chaos Free Contractor . These will walk you through outlines and give you different examples of how you can begin to train your team. So instead of throwing them to the wolves—and that being your strategy—you can have proactive, what we call repetitive, predictable, and meaningful training. businessonpurpose.com/book To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 5- Can Your Business Thrive Without Sacrificing Life? 22:08

30 days ago22:08

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Feeling the tension between work and home life? In this episode, BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray are joined by BOP Business Coach Brent "Darryl" Whitaker to talk about how life and business always intersect—and what happens when we don’t acknowledge it. From setting rhythms and boundaries to defining what matters most, this conversation will challenge you to lead with intention at home and at work. Watch now and discover how aligning your values in both areas can transform everything. Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://bit.ly/healthybusiness1 SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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How To Keep Employees From Being Lazy or Freeloading 4:52

about a year ago4:52

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So many business owners get frustrated because they feel like many times employees are freeloading or they're just lazy throughout the day. And the more we talk about this, the more we realize that many people think it has to do with the generations. Does it? I'm not sure. Hey, it's Scott Beebe with Business On Purpose and I'm super excited to be able to talk to you about this because we were just in Providence, Rhode Island last week at the JLC Live doing a couple of talks and workshops there. One of the questions we got was about this issue with employees. We simply responded: is it your employees or is it you? You might think that millennials are lazy trophy collectors or Gen Zers are phone-addicted and directionless, but I think it might be a little different. And there's another question we've got to ask about that. Hey, before I go any farther, go to businessonpurpose.com/healthy and you can take a healthy assessment and understand the back-end clarity of your business—part of what I'm going to be talking about today. So here's the question we need to ask: how do you capture their attention? It's less about asking, "Are they lazy?" and more about asking, "Why are they lazy?" and "How do you capture their attention?" In a modern world, attention is one of the most valuable currencies we have. Time and attention are irrevocable resources—once spent, you cannot get them back. If you want to vie for the attention of any generation, not just the younger ones that we often blame, but even the older ones like me and above, there’s one key element you need to focus on. Here's your silver bullet. You ready? You probably need to write this down. It's one word, starts with a C: Clarity. Employees crave clarity more than anything else—more than money, perks, and benefits. But many organizations make the mistake of waiting to provide clarity until after new hires have started. The approach is backwards. Clarity should be present from the very beginning, even before day one. Your hiring process is a preview of what potential employees can expect if they come to work with you. If it's chaotic or non-existent, then guess what they’re going to assume? They're going to assume their experience is going to be chaotic and non-existent too. The same goes for your onboarding process. Many companies either do not have a structured onboarding program or, if they do, it's disorganized. The lack of clarity can lead new employees to start looking for their next job on their very first day. Now, of course, they’re not going to leave on day one, but they’ll start looking. Some organizations and businesses pride themselves on a "throw them to the wolves" approach to new hires, then wonder why nobody wants to work anymore. But that's not the real issue. Young adults do want to work—it's part of human nature. The problem is that they don't want to work in chaos. Back 20, 30, 40, 50 years ago, you really didn't have many options. You just had to go to work where you went to work. But now people have options. As business owners and leaders, it's our responsibility to provide clarity as an antidote to chaos. This does not mean coddling employees or lowering expectations. Instead, it means creating an environment where people understand what's expected of them and how their work contributes to the bigger picture. When you provide clarity—your mission will help significantly with this—you are more likely to have employees who not only want to work but want to bring their best efforts every day. They will be motivated to give what Chick-fil-A calls their "full-time best effort" because they have a clear understanding of what they're working for and why it matters. Clarity is not just about explaining tasks or roles; it's about creating a transparent, even vulnerable, well-structured environment where employees can thrive. When you prioritize clarity from the start, you're setting the stage for engaged, committed employees who are ready to contribute their best work. So it may be worth asking yourself and your team: Where are we not providing clarity? From before we start hiring, through the hiring process, to the onboarding process after they've been hired—and not only that, but also for our existing team—where are we not being clear? Meet together and work on that. If you want something to implement, go to mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy to take that assessment. Also, our new book The Chaos Free Contractor is out. Little hint: it's a really good book for any business owner, but it's targeted specifically to contractors. So if you're a contractor or a contractor-support business, make sure to grab a copy of The Chaos Free Contractor . You can find it on our website and also on Amazon. Want a team that shows up motivated and ready to work? Visit businessonpurpose.com/ask for expert help and free resources! To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 4- What's REALLY Going On With Your Cash Flow 22:34

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Feeling stuck trying to forecast your revenue or make hiring decisions with confidence? In this episode, BOP Coaches Shawn “Dickie” Stinson, Brandon “Donny” Gray, and Head of Coaching Thomas "Doc" Joyner break down how the right financial tools bring clarity to your business—and sanity to your schedule. ✅ Spotting hidden holes in your cash flow ✅ Using forecasting to guide smarter decisions ✅ When and how to say "no" to more work ✅ Hiring the right people at the right time ✅ Gaining clarity to lead with purpose Discover how integrated tools can help you build a business that runs and grows without you! Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://bit.ly/healthybusiness1 SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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How To Build A Loyal Crew and Retain Top Talent When "Nobody Wants To Work Anymore" 5:34

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Tonight, Shawn and I—one of our coaches—are heading up to the Northeast where we've been invited to speak and present to a group of contractors in Providence, Rhode Island at the JLC LIVE convention. We're super excited about it. When we attend trade shows and talk to contractors—or really, any other business owners—we hear a common refrain: "Nobody wants to work anymore." As we listen to the complaints, we can't help but smirk a little bit. It's easy to blame Millennials or Gen Zers, but is that really the root of the problem? Is that why we can't build a loyal crew or retain the top talent we've been looking for—let alone even find it? Recently, I received an email with a subject line that said this—I’m not making this up: "Jason quit. This sucks. I'm hating Millennials." While it’s tempting to point fingers at younger generations, the reality is a little more complex than that. It’s not that people don’t want to work—it’s that they don’t want to work in chaotic environments that lack clarity and direction. And now, they have something previous generations didn’t: options. In the past—the '60s, '70s, '80s, '90s—you didn’t have as many ways to go out and create work for yourself. But now? People have choices. So let’s consider a different perspective: what if the issue isn’t with the workers, but with the work environment you’re providing? Are you offering a workplace that attracts and retains talent—or are you unknowingly pushing potential employees away? I'm about to share what I believe is a silver bullet—a tool that finds and retains talent better than anything else in business. Now, of course, you’re going to be skeptical. I would be too. That’s understandable. But I urge you to keep an open mind. If you believe this could be true—if this is a silver bullet—think about the potential impact on your business. Imagine being able to find and retain the talent you need. The solution might be very simple. Maybe even obvious. You might roll your eyes. But I challenge you to pause and consider its power. What if this one thing could transform your ability to attract and keep great employees? The key lies in this: creating an environment—or culture—of transparency, vulnerability, and purpose. Before you turn this off, just hang with me. I’m going to give you something concrete. It’s about offering more than just a job—it’s about providing a vision, a clear path forward, and a sense of belonging. When you offer consciousness and conciseness in your business operations—via captured processes and clear communication—then your business, through a less-than-10-word mission statement, can create a workplace people want to be part of. Right now, we’re going through an interview process for a new role. The longer we go through our process, the more excited the candidates become. It’s actually making it harder for us—because we’re going to have to turn people away. Why is it getting harder? Because they want to work here. They see the vision—because we’ve shared it. They see the mission—because we’ve shared it. They see the core values—because we’ve shared them. And they say, “We appreciate this.” One of the most common things we hear back is: “I’ve worked with businesses that say all this, but don’t do anything about it.” People—especially younger generations—notice. And yes, I said people , because this applies to all generations. But especially younger ones. They're looking for more than just a paycheck. They want to feel valued, understood, and part of something meaningful. So by focusing on clarity in your business practices and communication, you can create that kind of environment. What does that include? Weekly, agenda-driven, leader-led team meetings Weekly, one-hour departmental meetings Predictable one-on-one check-ins Annual performance feedback so team members know what’s expected Executive team using a “Big 5” feedback loop, so their communication back to the team is clear and consistent And here’s the big question: do you have these things written down? Before you blame an entire generation for your staffing woes, you need to take a hard look at your own business. Are you providing clarity and purpose? Here’s a simple litmus test: Are your vision, mission, values, org chart, job roles, checklists, scorecards, and KPIs written down ? If not, then they don’t exist. The solution to your hiring and retention problems might be closer than you think. It starts with you. And it starts with writing things down. Need help? Hop on a call with one of our coaches. We’ve got a no-strings-attached, ask-us-anything option. Just go to businessonpurpose.com/ask and hop on a call. All we ask is that you’re the primary business owner, with three or more employees, and doing $1 million or more in revenue. We’d be delighted to talk with you—and if you want to know how we can work with you, just ask. businessonpurpose.com/ask To check the health of your business. visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 3- Why Your Core Values Matter More Than You Think 28:52

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Struggling to define what makes your business unique? In this episode, BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray explore the power of Unique Core Values—the key to building a business that reflects your vision and stands out in your industry. ✅ Crafting core values that resonate with your team ✅ Defining what makes your business culture truly unique ✅ Aligning mission and vision with actionable values ✅ Building a foundation for lasting team buy-in ✅ Leveraging core values to drive business growth Learn how to create core values that not only define your business but also inspire your team to thrive! Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://bit.ly/healthybusiness1 SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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A Simple, One-Page Way To Forecast Your Unpredictable Business Revenue 6:34

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Hey, we'll have a business owner come up to us and go, "I just can't sleep." You know, we’ll say, “Hey, how was your night last night?” “I didn't sleep very well.” “Well, why not?” “Because my head's constantly spinning, constantly thinking about everything that's downstream and I can't seem to get my head around it.” This is a common refrain that we hear from business owners and we want to give you a tool that I think will be very, very simple for you to start thinking ahead, to forecast downstream, and to relieve some of that pressure. Now, we're still guessing to some degree because we're dealing with people, and people can change. That dynamic is always there. But the more we can create some means of stability—at least thinking based on the information we have—and that’s a key point, the better. You’ve got to predict, project, and forecast based on the information you have today. So when we go with that, I think there’s something—we call it a forecasting sheet. You could call it a job start sheet or a project start sheet. If you can start with a simple process, it’s often the thing for business owners. Stay tuned till the end of this and I’m going to give you a tool that I think will be really helpful for you. I want you to think in terms of a simple process. While there is an abundance of sophisticated software available, we recommend beginning with a basic spreadsheet. If you can do a spreadsheet for three to six months, this allows you to prove to yourself—and your coach, if you're coaching with us or someone else—that you can consistently use and benefit from the tool before you sign up for that subscription. And the subscription isn't bad, by the way—software is excellent and most of it’s really good—but you need to prove to yourself that you can use it first. The cornerstone of the simple process is that project start sheet, forecasting tool, or job start sheet. It's a straightforward spreadsheet that can be customized based on your specific needs. For example, if you’re a contractor with smaller jobs, you might organize your forecasting sheet by weeks of the year—week one, two, three—or by specific dates: January 2nd, January 9th, and so on. If you have larger projects that take months, then months of projection might be more appropriate. For others, it might be days of the year, depending on your sales cycle. The project start sheet should list all your upcoming projects in the first column. You might ask, “Well, what if I’m in retail and I’ve got maybe 10 customers every day or a hundred customers every day?” Then, break down your retail business into three, four, or five major sections. So instead of listing individual products or SKUs, you’ve got multiple sections—and then you can start to project those sections based not only on the actual product but also on seasonality, which is really important. That’s where we begin to see the flow not only of product but also of cash. Across the top of your spreadsheet, imagine having days, weeks, or months of the year—most of you will use weeks or months. Then, in the corresponding cells, input the billing amounts you expect for each project, series of products, or categories. If you're a contractor selling new homes, you might put months of the year across the top, and then, based on your schedule of values, note that you’re billing X this month, X plus 15% next month, and so on—accounting for seasonality. When filling in those amounts for future projections, it’s important to be very realistic. Don’t live in the clouds—live in realism. It might be tempting to divide a project's total value evenly across the duration (like saying, “Last year we did a million in this area, so we’ll just divide that by 12”), but be very careful. You can miss out on seasonality, which directly impacts your cash flow. Instead, refer to any schedule of values or historical records you have. A schedule of values is a standard tool in the contracting world that more accurately helps you project when you’ll bill specific amounts for work completed. This practice might take some time initially, but that’s okay. Once you’ve set it up, you’ll have a powerful tool for projecting and budgeting based on your expected revenue. The project start sheet—whether using days, weeks, or months along the top, and projects or product sections along the side—allows you to track completions. This helps you identify potential lean or full periods in advance. Another aspect to consider is the possibility of unexpected job delays, stoppages, or seasonality. For instance, right now at the time of this recording, about 40 minutes from here there are wildfires in the foothills. That’s going to impact businesses. There’s a vineyard up there that’s been forced to evacuate, and it will affect them. Even large, seemingly secure projects can suddenly stop due to unforeseen circumstances. So it’s wise to build in a buffer—say, 10 to 20%—for potential delays in your projections. This might lead to slightly overshooting your estimates, but it provides a more realistic view of possible scenarios. Effective planning and forecasting are only possible with a reliable tracking system. That’s where the project start sheet—the spreadsheet—becomes incredibly valuable. By continuously using and updating that simple tool, you’ll gain a clearer picture of your business’s economic trajectory and be better equipped to make informed decisions. Bring your team into this as well. As you become more comfortable with the process, you’ll find it easier to adapt to changes, anticipate challenges, and seize opportunities. Mastering a simple process is the foundational step that can lead to more sophisticated financial management as your business grows. So hold off on the fancy stuff for now—let’s go simplistic. Hey, if you need some help, I told you I’d have a resource. You can go to businessonpurpose.com/ask—that’s businessonpurpose.com/ask—and you can actually hop on an “Ask Us Anything” call. There are also tools on that site that you don’t even have to download. They’re right there. They’ll give you profit-leak-plugging tools and other resources that will be really helpful. So go to businessonpurpose.com/ask. To check the health of your business, visit mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy today! SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1…

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The Dickie & Donny Show: Episode 2- What’s Holding Your Team Back? Discover the Big 5 Feedback Loop! 24:09

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