0389: Proactive Contractors Use Lien Services To Protect Cash Flow

<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style= "color: #0000ff;"><strong>This Podcast Is Episode Number 0389, And It's About Proactive Contractors Use Lien Services To Protect Cash Flow</strong></span></h1> <p><span style="color: #000000;">Proactive versus reactive are the two methods of getting something done. I find everyone works in a combination of both, I included.<br /> <br /> Proactive is scheduling and doing everything ahead of time. Nothing is ever waiting until the last minute. Reactive is more emergency driven and are things that need to be done now.<br /> <br /> As much as we plan, it would be best if you were flexible, adaptable, and reliant. Things happen that are beyond your immediate control. Those of you who want a predictable environment are employees working for a large employer where schedules are fixed, and they are doing the same things every day.</span></p> <div> <p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">It was a different mindset when you became a construction contractor. You wanted to be independent, and part of being independent is that there is no one telling you what to do or when to do it. Your suppliers and government agencies direct you and impose fines and penalties when you get off track.</span></p> <p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The current economic climate is challenging for other reasons I will not go into. My point is there is a reason why things occur; trust the Universe, and when you are in the middle of it, that is not the time to make rash decisions.</span></p> <p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">If you have time to spare, I sincerely encourage you to work on your systems and processes. Think and write down everything done well in the past and review what needs to be fixed, upgraded, discarded, and improved upon.</span></p> <p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Be Proactive About "Tactical" Issues</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces= "true"> - Get your tools and equipment in shape, clean, and ready to roll! Clean out the storage area, return, recycle, and