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Episode 228: Freedom Through Systems With Rob Swanson

my health deteriorated, I was in hospital twice, something had to change

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Rob Swanson, Director of Swanson Constructions. Throughout this episode, Rob shares his journey from carpentry apprentice to award-winning renovation builder, revealing how he transformed his business from a stressful, inconsistent operation into a systemised, profitable company with strong marketing, solid financial management and genuine work-life balance.

Inside episode 228 you will discover

  • Rob’s journey from apprentice to specialist 
  • Why fixed price contracts work in renovations 
  • How detailed prelims reduce risk and protect profit 
  • The health wake-up call that forced major change 
  • How systems, CRM and marketing created consistent lead flow 
  • Why Google Ads outperformed word-of-mouth alone
  • And much, much more.

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key moments

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  • 3:00 How Rob went from apprentice to launching his own building company
  • 4:59 Surviving a cyber attack and COVID back-to-back
  • 7:10 Why they specialise in large renovations and offer fixed price contracts
  • 13:45 The health wake-up call that forced major change
  • 17:25 Implementing systems, CRM and marketing to stabilise lead flow
  • 22:01 The financial discipline behind winning Financial Management of the Year

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key moments

  • 3:00 How Rob went from apprentice to launching his own building company
  • 4:59 Surviving a cyber attack and COVID back-to-back
  • 7:10 Why they specialise in large renovations and offer fixed price contracts
  • 13:45 The health wake-up call that forced major change
  • 17:25 Implementing systems, CRM and marketing to stabilise lead flow
  • 22:01 The financial discipline behind winning Financial Management of the Year

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Apparatus Contractor Services

This episode is proudly sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services

Rob Swanson is the founder of Swanson Constructions, a specialist renovation and extension company. With over 20 years in the industry, he’s transformed his business from burnout and inconsistency into a systemised, award-winning operation focused on fixed price contracts, strong financial management and sustainable growth.

“A specialised podcast made just for the owners of custom home building companies. Extraordinary guests, valuable content and  amazing stories from other builders.”

Cheri K

5-star review on Apple Podcasts

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