PROFESSIONAL BUILDER SECRETS PODCAST

Episode 225: Running Profitable Projects With Russ Stephens and Erika Mosse

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I think it all comes down to know your numbers, know your numbers, know your numbers!

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode featuring Erika Mosse from JobTread, and Russ Stephens, Co-founder of APB. Recorded during our webinar series for the 2026 State of Residential Construction Industry Report, the two unpack what actually drives the most profitable projects, pairing real data with real-world insights.

Inside episode 225 you will discover:

Why profit “disappears” even when jobs seem healthy
How scheduling delays quietly destroy margins
The importance of knowing your fixed expenses per job per day
Where change orders and selections cause the biggest profit leaks
How systems, KPIs, and client handbooks tighten project delivery
And much, much more.

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Pricing 4 Profit

key moments

2:30 Why builders don’t see profit problems coming
8:45 Scheduling delays as the “silent killer” of profit
15:30 Fixed expenses per job per day (and why builders must know this number)
22:10 How change orders and selections derail timelines
33:40 The importance of systems, KPIs, and one source of truth
45:20 Pricing for profit and running tighter, more disciplined projects

key moments

2:30 Why builders don’t see profit problems coming
8:45 Scheduling delays as the “silent killer” of profit
15:30 Fixed expenses per job per day (and why builders must know this number)
22:10 How change orders and selections derail timelines
33:40 The importance of systems, KPIs, and one source of truth
45:20 Pricing for profit and running tighter, more disciplined projects

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Russ Stephens is a Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, a business coaching company dedicated to improving the residential construction industry for both builders and consumers. Russ is a data analysis expert who has introduced data-driven decision making to the residential construction industry. Russ is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council.

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Russ

Experienced, dynamic business leader with a proven track record in content strategy, operational excellence, and editorial craftsmanship. Skilled in mentoring high-performing teams and fostering a collaborative environment. Passionate about innovation, great storytelling, and connecting with an audience. Believer in the joy of driving a fast car with a manual transmission.

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Erika