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Steve tackles one of the biggest myths in construction: that the only way to boost profit is to work more and sell more. He breaks down the four levers every contractor can use to improve their bottom line—and reveals why most people are pulling the wrong ones.

You’ll learn which lever has the biggest impact on profit (hint: it’s not volume), how a 1% change can transform your margins, and where to find a free tool that shows you exactly what to fix in your business. If you’re stuck grinding and wondering where all your money’s going, this one’s a game-changer.

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In this episode, Steve breaks down the not-so-obvious reasons why most construction businesses are working hard… but barely breaking even. He shares the top three mistakes that kill margins, the truth about economic vs. accounting profit, and why thinking you have a competitive advantage doesn’t mean you actually do.

If you've ever looked at your numbers and thought, “We’re busy—so why aren’t we making more money?” — this is your episode. Steve walks you through a simple step to see how you stack up against industry benchmarks and what to do if you’re falling behind. No fluff. No jargon. Just real talk about what’s draining your profits and how to start fixing it.

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In this episode of The Margin Method, Steve unpacks one of the biggest traps business owners fall into: growing revenue while losing margin. Through real-world stories and hard-won insights, he explains why more work doesn't always mean more profit—and how pursuing the wrong clients, underpricing jobs, and scaling without systems can erode the very thing that makes a business sustainable.

Steve introduces the concept of the “margin gap,” why it happens, and what to do about it. Whether you're under a million in revenue or pushing past ten, this episode will challenge your assumptions about growth and guide you to a smarter, more profitable path. If you're ready to stop chasing volume and start building value, this one’s for you.

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The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.

This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.

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