Late Payments 🫣 How do you guys manage late payments from clients?

Late Payments 🫣 How do you guys manage late payments from clients?

Author: Greg Allan: Business Podcast For Construction and Trade Entrepreneurs August 28, 2023 Duration: 7:20
Today, we're diving into a topic as prickly as a porcupine in your toolbox—how to manage client's late payments. I used to be knee-deep in invoices and quotes, often pushing the late payments issue to the backburner. Bad move, right? Well, we've cracked the code on this one! We're talking strategies for managing those ageing receivables. Imagine them as rusty nails—you don't want 'em lying around. Kirk and I share how to approach late payments without feeling like you've been hit by a cement mixer, from flipping the conversation to a positive tone to using top-notch automation. But we're not just stopping at reminders and phone calls. We're also exploring how to make payments as easy as sliding on a new pair of work boots for your clients. Whether it's the timely art of invoicing or making sure your clients know the score before you even set foot on the job site, we've got the insights you need. So tune in, get your hard hat on, and let's get those accounts sorted, shall we? Cheers!

Running a trade business often means juggling a dozen jobs at once, trying to keep clients happy while the paperwork piles up and your own time vanishes. It’s a specific kind of pressure that generic business advice just doesn’t address. That’s exactly where the Tradies Success Podcast comes in. Hosted by Greg Allan, this series cuts straight to the chase for electricians, plumbers, builders, and specialists in every field from concreting to metal fabrication. Each episode moves beyond theory, focusing on the tangible steps you can take to build a more profitable and sustainable operation. You’ll hear from fellow tradespeople who have been in your boots, sharing their real-world stories about what actually worked to increase their margins and reclaim their weekends. The conversations delve into practical tools for pricing, systems, client management, and mindset-all framed for the unique rhythms and challenges of a hands-on trade. If you’re aiming for growth without the constant grind, this podcast serves as a direct line to actionable strategies and honest talk about building a business that works for you, not the other way around. It’s a resource created specifically for construction and trade entrepreneurs who are ready to translate their skill into lasting success.
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