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Business for Builders Podcast

Business for Builders Podcast

By: Max Peterson
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WHATSAPP MAX: +1.604.227.2115
EMAIL MAX: max@elitebusinessadvisory.com
CONTRACTOR COACHING WITH MAX: www.elitebusinessadvisory.com
EBA CONTRACTOR ACADEMY: www.elitebusinessadvisory.com/academy

Welcome to the Business for Builders podcast! Thanks for dropping by - I appreciate it!

My name is Max and I am a carpenter and joiner by trade and a qualified residential home builder. I'm a thoroughbred entrepreneur and am the Founder of Elite Business Advisory (Business Coaching) and the the Co-Owner and Managing Partner of Smith & Sons Coldstream, General Contractors.

This show focuses on best business planning, strategic and operational practices to help you maximize your business profits and improve your lifestyle. It is built for those that own, or are involved in the construction sector running a general contracting or trade services business or even if you're an apprentice!

Unfortunately, the availability of the very necessary business development, strategic planning and financial education isn't delivered well enough to trades to significantly reduce the failure rates world wide; which is 50% of new companies by year 5.

The priority as we learned our trade was the technical aspect of the trade, not necessarily the business and financial management and development of our business which markets and sells your skills.

The Business for Builders podcast has been set up to provide business building information and insight for residential home builders, general contractors and trade operators who are looking to fill the gaps, remove the deficiencies and vulnerabilities in their business and build a high performance construction business.

Our goal is to help you increase your business and financial intelligence whilst you continue to run your business. Subjects relating to Mindset and Self Improvement, Financial Management, Marketing (Digital & Local), Strategic Planning and Business Development are the focus because as construction practitioners, this is our blind spot!


We know this business podcast will bring awareness and basic education and will help you improve all aspects of your business. Here's to your success...now let's go build a kick-ass business!! Cheers!!

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Episodes
  • Emergencies Are Usually Missed Warnings! (Ep 275)

    Emergencies Are Usually Missed Warnings! (Ep 275)
    Jan 29 2026

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    Would you rather fix a small problem now, or wait until it grows so large that it consumes all your time?

    Today, Max discusses what to watch for in your business so small inconveniences don’t turn into time-consuming problems.

    Great builders don’t just solve problems—they see them coming.

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    💡 Important: Before signing up for the 30-day trial, email Paris Woolever to request her as your support manager. She’ll help you get set up and maximize your trial!

    📧 Email: paris@jobtread.com

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    💡 Important: Before signing up for the 30-day trial, email Paris Woolever to request her as your support manager. She’ll help you get set up and maximize your trial!
    📧 Email: paris@jobtread.com
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    📲 Connect with Max Directly:
    📞 WhatsApp: +1 604.227.2115
    📧 Email: max@elitebusinessadvisory.com
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    💼 Elite Business Advisory: https://elitebusinessadvisory.com/
    🎓 Silver Bullet Academy: https://elitebusinessadvisory.com/academy
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    🔥 Join Our VIP Group for General Contractors!
    Discuss business tips, download checklists, and network with top contractors.
    👉 Business for Builders VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/b4bvip
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    🔗 Follow Us on Social Media:
    📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@business_for_builders
    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/businessforbuilders
    📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/business_for_builders
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/businessforbuilders
    🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/bizforbuilders
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    🏗️ #generalcontractors #contractors #builders #businessadvice #construction
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    30 mins
  • If You’re Struggling to Close, Listen to This! (Ep 274)

    If You’re Struggling to Close, Listen to This! (Ep 274)
    Jan 22 2026

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    Have you ever wrapped up an initial visit with a potential client and wondered whether they’re going to ghost you 👻—or actually want to build with you?🏠

    On today’s episode, Max breaks down the three zones every potential client falls into. 📊

    To get the most out of today’s episode, watch it on YouTube ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL76rc3DrCOMb7VM9icAOQmLodNCSZTfKf

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    🔗 🚀 Get Organized with JobTread – Start Your Free Trial!
    👉 JobTread Signup: http://www.jobtread.com/invite?referralCode=max27

    💡 Important: Before signing up for the 30-day trial, email Paris Woolever to request her as your support manager. She’ll help you get set up and maximize your trial!

    📧 Email: paris@jobtread.com

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    💡 Important: Before signing up for the 30-day trial, email Paris Woolever to request her as your support manager. She’ll help you get set up and maximize your trial!
    📧 Email: paris@jobtread.com
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    📲 Connect with Max Directly:
    📞 WhatsApp: +1 604.227.2115
    📧 Email: max@elitebusinessadvisory.com
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    💼 Elite Business Advisory: https://elitebusinessadvisory.com/
    🎓 Silver Bullet Academy: https://elitebusinessadvisory.com/academy
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    🔥 Join Our VIP Group for General Contractors!
    Discuss business tips, download checklists, and network with top contractors.
    👉 Business for Builders VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/b4bvip
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    🔗 Follow Us on Social Media:
    📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@business_for_builders
    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/businessforbuilders
    📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/business_for_builders
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/businessforbuilders
    🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/bizforbuilders
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    🏗️ #generalcontractors #contractors #builders #businessadvice #construction
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    20 mins
  • If You Don’t Track This, You’ll Lose Money! (273)

    If You Don’t Track This, You’ll Lose Money! (273)
    Jan 15 2026

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    Why do you feel out of sync with your business? 🤔

    Today, Max discusses how to ensure that you and your business move forward together, rather than struggling more than necessary. 🛠️😓

    Once you understand the path for your business, your activities and actions can be planned in sync —allowing your company to improve and grow.📈

    Watch today's episode on the whiteboard --> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL76rc3DrCOMb7VM9icAOQmLodNCSZTfKf

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    🔗 🚀 Get Organized with JobTread – Start Your Free Trial!
    👉 JobTread Signup: http://www.jobtread.com/invite?referralCode=max27

    💡 Important: Before signing up for the 30-day trial, email Paris Woolever to request her as your support manager. She’ll help you get set up and maximize your trial!

    📧 Email: paris@jobtread.com

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    💡 Important: Before signing up for the 30-day trial, email Paris Woolever to request her as your support manager. She’ll help you get set up and maximize your trial!
    📧 Email: paris@jobtread.com
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    📲 Connect with Max Directly:
    📞 WhatsApp: +1 604.227.2115
    📧 Email: max@elitebusinessadvisory.com
    --------------
    💼 Elite Business Advisory: https://elitebusinessadvisory.com/
    🎓 Silver Bullet Academy: https://elitebusinessadvisory.com/academy
    --------------
    🔥 Join Our VIP Group for General Contractors!
    Discuss business tips, download checklists, and network with top contractors.
    👉 Business for Builders VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/b4bvip
    --------------
    🔗 Follow Us on Social Media:
    📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@business_for_builders
    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/businessforbuilders
    📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/business_for_builders
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/businessforbuilders
    🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/bizforbuilders
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    🏗️ #generalcontractors #contractors #builders #businessadvice #construction
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    37 mins
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Max you speak some solid truths for this game. and thank you for your Words of wisdom.

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