Ep 626. Take a Picture

⏱️ 40:21 🎤 Caleb Auman, Brittney Almond

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Introduction & Sponsors

Caleb and Brittney introduce the podcast and thank their various sponsors, including Company Cam.
6:34

Supplier Visits & Tool Finds

Caleb shares the benefits of regularly visiting suppliers, leading to discoveries like the Armada Pro utility locator and Pro Trade shovels with lifetime warranties.
17:36

Brittney's Business Handling

Brittney clarifies she was handling urgent business for Together in the Trades, discussing sponsorships and event details.
28:33

Time Blocking & Budgeting

Brittney discusses the liberating aspect of time blocking and budgeting, contrasting it with the common perception of constraint.
34:06

Company Cam for Job Documentation

Caleb highlights Company Cam's utility for documenting job sites, referencing past projects, and improving communication.
37:16

Time Audit & Efficiency

Caleb shares his personal time audit, revealing inefficiencies and highlighting tasks that could be delegated or automated.
1:05:58

Delegation & Automation

The discussion focuses on delegating tasks to improve productivity, using examples like training staff to bid on patio maintenance.
1:18:20

Chat GPT & Time Audits

Caleb and Brittney explore using AI tools like Chat GPT to analyze time audit data and suggest optimizations.
1:20:02

Company Cam Features & Benefits

Brittney elaborates on Company Cam's features for internal communication, project updates, and on-site documentation, from discovery calls to project completion.

Speakers

Caleb Auman

Host

Brittney Almond

Host

Key Takeaways

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Regularly visit suppliers and trade shows to discover new tools, products, and technologies that can improve efficiency and reduce costs.

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Implement a robust photo and documentation app like Company Cam for every job, from start to finish, to streamline communication, track progress, and reference past projects.

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Conduct a personal time audit by tracking daily activities in 15-minute increments for at least 2-3 days to identify time-wasting habits and areas for improvement.

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Actively seek opportunities to automate or delegate repetitive, low-value tasks that consume valuable time, allowing you to focus on higher-impact activities.

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Embrace 'time blocking' to intentionally schedule critical tasks like business development, personal development, and family time, viewing it as a tool for freedom and clarity rather than constraint.

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