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“How to Overhaul Your Moving Business for Profit and Growth” – with Kurt Hintz

⏱️ 54:07 🎀 Wade Swikle, Kurt Hintz
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“How to Overhaul Your Moving Business for Profit and Growth” –  with Kurt Hintz
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  • 1:36
    Business Restructuring & Profitability
    Kurt reflects on significant business restructuring, including team turnovers, and highlights his company's increased profitability and improved profit margins.
  • 4:29
    Overcoming Industry Regulation
    Kurt shares his frustrations with outdated moving industry regulations, particularly in Illinois, and discusses the challenges of complying with archaic rules.
  • 14:36
    Owner Self-Reflection
    Kurt explains how personal self-reflection and changing his own behavior were crucial first steps in improving his business's performance and team dynamics.
  • 24:52
    Empowering Leaders & Hiring
    The discussion shifts to empowering employees, fostering a solution-oriented mindset, and the importance of hiring individuals who are 'smarter' than the owner for specific roles.
  • 43:31
    Effective Interview Questions
    Kurt shares some of his favorite interview questions, including those designed to assess conflict resolution skills and personal attributes not found on resumes.
  • 54:42
    Financial Literacy Importance
    Kurt discusses the importance of financial literacy for both business owners and employees, advocating for better personal finance management.

Speakers

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Wade Swikle
Host β€” owner and CEO of Two College Brothers Moving Storage and franchising and the co-founder of Titan of Training and Titan Retreats
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Kurt Hintz
president and founder of Max Moving and Storage

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize self-reflection and be willing to change your own behavior as a leader to drive positive organizational change, as your actions often set the tone for your team.

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Actively seek to empower your team members by encouraging them to bring solutions, not just problems, fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving.

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When hiring, focus on finding individuals who are 'smarter' or more skilled than you in their specific roles, embracing their expertise to elevate the business.

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Implement a thorough interview process that includes unique questions to uncover candidates' true personalities and their approach to challenges, beyond just their resume.

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Continuously evaluate and adapt your internal processes; avoid complacency, as even established businesses need to pivot to remain competitive and profitable.

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Encourage financial literacy among your staff, providing resources or guidance on managing personal finances, as this can translate into more responsible and engaged employees.

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