Avoid These Contracting Pitfalls That Are Killing Your Growth with Brandon Smith

If you're a contractor or home service pro tired of wearing every hat in your business, this episode is for you. In this week’s Beyond The Claim, Vince Perri sits down with Brandon Smith, CEO of New Vision Projects and host of The Open Concept Podcast. Brandon reveals how he turned a small contracting startup into a systemized, scalable company that thrives without chaos — even after cutting half his staff. Learn how he built a management model that wins high-end clients, how to train project managers to estimate and sell, and why loyalty in business isn’t what you think it is. If you’re ready to scale your construction company — without burning out — hit play. 📍 Guest Info: Brandon Smith CEO – New Vision Projects Email: bsmith@newvisionprojects.com Website: www.newvisionprojects.com Instagram: @buildwithbsmith | @newvisionprojects YouTube: The Open Concept with Brandon Smith 💎 This episode is sponsored by The Farber Law Firm, visit Farber at https://bit.ly/thefarberlawfirm VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00 – Espresso vs. Saki & Introductions 01:06 – How Brandon Started New Vision Projects 03:00 – Leaving the Golden Handcuffs Behind 09:00 – Why Not Everyone Should Be an Entrepreneur 15:00 – The Shift to a Management Model 21:00 – Pre-Construction Process: How It Really Works 27:00 – Estimating and Project Management Accountability 32:00 – Subcontractor Systems That Actually Work 38:00 – Gross Margin Reality Check for Contractors 46:00 – From Commercial to Residential: Lessons Learned 56:00 – Scaling Up Without Losing Control 1:00:00 – Strategic Acquisitions & The Future of Contracting 1:05:30 – Final Thoughts + Guest Info 📍Download our FREE Public Adjuster guide, become your own boss, and start strong in the industry! https://www.commercialclaimsadvocate.com/free-insurance-claims-career-guide/ Thank you for being a vital part our Show 🧡 ========================== 📣 You can find all our exclusive channels, freebies and offers here: https://vinceperri.com/links-channel =========================== Make sure you check out our new Public Adjuster Handbook and Course 📙 Public Adjuster Handbook - https://offers.commercialclaimsadvocate.com/handbook 👨‍💻 Elite Claims 101 Course https://offers.commercialclaimsadvocate.com/claims-101 =========================== SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/VincePerri/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinceperriofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/vinceperriofficial/ https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceperriofficial?lang=en =========================== 🎯 Do NOT forget to check our website! https://www.commercialclaimsadvocate.com/ =========================== 🔴 Are you a homeowner? Looking for help with your insurance? Visit us at Elite Resolutions - Responsible Public Adjusters: https://eliteresolutions.com/about-us/ =========================== 👕 Visit our CCA merch shop - https://www.bonfire.com/store/commercial-claims-advocate/ =========================== 🔊 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/38621Yz 🔊 Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/GooglePodcastCCS 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3sbjPIs #BeyondTheClaim #VincePerri #BrandonSmith #NewVisionProjects #ConstructionBusiness #ContractorGrowth #CustomHomeBuilding #HomeRenovation #ProjectManagement #PreConstruction #Estimating #Subcontractors #SystemsAndProcesses #SOPs #Leadership #GrossMargin #ScalingABusiness #AcquisitionEntrepreneurship #HomeServices #Entrepreneurship