TCF985: He's About to Deploy—Can His Business Survive Without Him?

From The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber Tom Reber

In this episode of The Contractor Intervention, Tom sits down with Bryce, a Minnesota-based landscaper and Marine Corps veteran, to tackle a unique challenge: how to keep Bryce’s business running during his year-long deployment. They explore options for leadership, subcontracting, and scaling down operations while maintaining momentum for the future.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Introduction to Bryce and his unique situation
[01:25] - Bryce’s background: Marine Corps veteran, Army reservist, and landscaper
[03:45] - The challenge of preparing for a deployment while running a business
[04:18] - Financial goals and the limitations of a one-person operation
[08:05] - Exploring the possibility of hiring a right-hand person to run the business
[09:05] - Pros and cons of subcontracting to keep operations running
[11:33] - How to decide whether to pause operations or keep going
[15:28] - Leveraging subcontractors to minimize stress and keep income flowing
[18:22] - Creating a niche within the landscaping industry for higher efficiency
[23:05] - Planning for the future: building a sustainable business post-deployment
[28:50] - The importance of unity with your spouse in making business decisions
[30:17] - Strategies for building the brand while on deployment
[37:15] - Final advice: weighing the options and ensuring family and business alignment

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