by Cian Brennan
Welcome to the Construction Secrets podcast where we talk about signing better construction contracts, getting better project cash flow and making more profit per project, and the many mistakes and failures we have learned along the way. Hosted by Quantum Contract Solutions.
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April 17, 2025
<p>This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in July 2023.</p><p><br /></p><p>Imagine working in construction and actually seeing the profits roll in. It’s not a dream—learn how it’s done and find out how to make it happen!</p><p><br /></p><p>Struggling with unfair contracts or slow payments in construction? With 6,000+ contracts reviewed and $20 billion in contracts managed, Quantum Contracts' proven framework is designed to help you negotiate fair contracts, secure faster payments, avoid disputes, and improve cash flow.</p><p><br /></p><p>Don’t let contract issues hold you back—gain the confidence to focus on growing your business. Ready to take control and make more profit per project?</p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to IMPROVE your contracts using the Quantum Contract System: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/Yt2025" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/Yt2025</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to GAIN expert advice weekly for FREE: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/YTNewsOptIn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/YTNewsOptIn</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>(6:32) - The key takeaway here is that there is a game being played, regardless of what way you want to look at it, there is a contract game being played</p><p>(6:45) - All of these companies at the end of a project will be trying to save money. And one of the ways they can save money is by not paying you</p><p>(7:22) - The business of construction has winning more work and delivering the work, and getting paid for the work</p><p>(7:29) - You need to be able to understand the impact of having good contracts team in your business so that you get paid the money that you're entitled to be paid</p><p><br /></p><p>DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow our Socials and let's get connected! ⤵️</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/officialcianbrennan" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brennancian/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@constructionsecrets/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/__cianbrennan/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@constructioncontracts" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/BrennanTweets" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></p>
April 10, 2025
<p>This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in July 2023.</p><p><br /></p><p>Margins feeling tight? Here are 3 proven ways successful contractors are increasing their profits. Tune in to learn how you can do it too!</p><p><br /></p><p>Struggling with unfair contracts or slow payments in construction? With 6,000+ contracts reviewed and $20 billion in contracts managed, Quantum Contracts' proven framework is designed to help you negotiate fair contracts, secure faster payments, avoid disputes, and improve cash flow.</p><p><br /></p><p>Don’t let contract issues hold you back—gain the confidence to focus on growing your business. Ready to take control and make more profit per project?</p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to IMPROVE your contracts using the Quantum Contract System: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/Yt2025" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/Yt2025</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to GAIN expert advice weekly for FREE: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/YTNewsOptIn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/YTNewsOptIn</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>(5:09) - Oftentimes it's doing a lot more of the exact same thing that you're doing, rather than trying to do a completely different strategy</p><p>(5:49) - You need to decommoditize your offer</p><p>(6:27) - If you can't be the absolute cheapest, it's better to be the most expensive</p><p>(7:45) - You need to have more than one acquisition channel</p><p>(8:26) - If you have a different way to win business other than just bidding for work, then that's going to allow you to have higher margins</p><p>(8:57) - The best construction companies are the companies that do one single thing very, very well</p><p><br /></p><p>DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow our Socials and let's get connected! ⤵️</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/officialcianbrennan" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brennancian/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@constructionsecrets/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/__cianbrennan/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@constructioncontracts" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/BrennanTweets" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></p>
April 3, 2025
<p>This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in June 2023.</p><p><br /></p><p>Your construction project looks successful on paper, but your margin tells a different story. Could you be making this common mistake? Click play to find out what’s costing you and how to fix it!</p><p><br /></p><p>Struggling with unfair contracts or slow payments in construction? With 6,000+ contracts reviewed and $20 billion in contracts managed, Quantum Contracts' proven framework is designed to help you negotiate fair contracts, secure faster payments, avoid disputes, and improve cash flow.</p><p><br /></p><p>Don’t let contract issues hold you back—gain the confidence to focus on growing your business. Ready to take control and make more profit per project?</p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to IMPROVE your contracts using the Quantum Contract System: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/Yt2025" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/Yt2025</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Click here to GAIN expert advice weekly for FREE: <a href="https://quantumcs.co/YTNewsOptIn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">quantumcs.co/YTNewsOptIn</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>(4:07) - They are entitled to be paid for what you agreed in their contract and the work that they've done</p><p>(5:35) - They're entitled to be paid for the costs unless the contract says different</p><p>(5:57) - If they’re terminating you in the contract, you are entitled to get paid for demonstrated actual costs</p><p>(6:32) - You should be entitled to claims for the costs that you have incurred</p><p>(7:04) - Check your termination clauses, check your variation clauses in your contracts that you signed</p><p><br /></p><p>DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow our Socials and let's get connected! ⤵️</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/officialcianbrennan" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brennancian/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@constructionsecrets/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/__cianbrennan/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@constructioncontracts" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/BrennanTweets" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></p>
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