The Contractor's Handbook - by Mike Knoche (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Ready to turn your contracting skills into a thriving business?

The Contractor's Handbook is your ultimate guide to launching, running, and scaling a profitable contracting company. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your existing business, this book covers everything you need to know to succeed in the competitive world of contracting. Inside, you'll discover:

• Proven Business Strategies: Learn how to establish a solid foundation, from business planning to securing your first clients.
• Essential Financial Management: Master budgeting, pricing, and financial forecasting to ensure your business remains profitable and sustainable.
• Winning Sales Techniques: Develop effective marketing strategies to attract clients, close deals, and build a strong reputation in your market.
• Operational Excellence: Streamline your processes, manage projects efficiently, work effectively with vendors, and deliver high-quality work that keeps clients coming back.
• Leadership and Team Building: Learn how to hire, train, and lead a skilled team that will help your business grow.

Packed with real-world examples, expert advice, and actionable tips, The Contractor's Handbook is your comprehensive roadmap to building a successful and sustainable contracting business. Whether you're aiming to stay small or expand into a multi-million-dollar enterprise, this book will give you the tools and confidence to achieve your goals.
Start your journey to contracting success today!

About the Author

Drawn to Alaska for the adventure and to pursue a degree in biological science at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, Mike Knoche now owns and operates Straight Ahead Construction and is the host of The Contracting Handbook Podcast. Through a divergent path of careers, he has settled into a comfortable and manageable niche building high-performing homes in the Fairbanks area. He finds nothing more satisfying than creating durable, healthy homes for people in his community.