The biggest myth in custom home building? That you need to do everything yourself. The most successful builders focus on leadership and relationships, letting their A-Team handle the details.
Why most builders struggle because they try to:
- Do everything themselves
- Manage every detail
- Work IN the business
- Save money short-term
The Smarter Approach:
- Start with core relationships by focusing first on:
- Key subcontractors
- Trusted suppliers
- Professional designers
- Local inspectors
Success Story: “Once I built the right team, my business grew without adding more stress.” – Dave Reagan of Reagan Homes
- Structure smart partnerships with essential connections:
- Local suppliers for client selections
- Reliable subcontractors
- Professional designers
- Knowledgeable realtors
- Use showrooms strategically to:
- Partner with kitchen/bath showrooms
- Use their space for meetings
- Build professional relationships
- Look more professional
- Build trust both ways with these key principles:
- Pay promptly
- Communicate clearly
- Set expectations
- Show loyalty
Real Example: “My kitchen designer at the lumber years gives me priority because they know I will bring steady business.” – Dave Reagan of Reagan Homes
- Grow step-by-step by starting with:
- One reliable trade per category then go for backups as you scale
- Clear expectations
- Simple systems
- Regular communication
Common Questions:
- “How do I find good team members?”
- Start with supplier recommendations. They know who pays bills, does quality work and is eagerly available for work.
- “What if I’m just starting?”
- Begin with one project team. Quality matters more than quantity.
Simple Steps to Start:
- List needed team members
- Ask for recommendations
- Meet potential partners
- Start small
- Grow together
Ready to Start Building Your A-Team?
Our Fast Track Ready-To-Go Toolkit introduces the basic principles of team building in custom home construction. For just $50, learn the fundamental concepts successful builders use to begin identifying and working with key partners. Click here to learn more about the Toolkit system.
Looking to Build a Complete System and A-Team?
For builders ready to create a comprehensive team structure, our Wealthy Builder Blueprint for $1,000 provides in-depth training on:
- Complete team building systems
- Advanced partnership strategies
- Management frameworks
- Scaling your team
Start with our toolkit to learn the basics, then scale up when you’re ready for more advanced team building strategies contact us to invest in the Wealthy Builder Blueprint.