128. Getting More From Your Accountant With Josh Hallam & Sam Falanga

04/04/24 • 30 min

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Josh Hallam and Sam Falanga from Falanga & Co., an accounting firm based in Australia. In this episode, Josh and Sam get into the biggest pain points builders have when consulting with accountants, how to alleviate them, and most importantly, how to get the most out of your accountant.

INSIDE EPISODE 128 YOU WILL DISCOVER

The importance of an accountant who understands your business
How builders differ from regular businesses
What to look for in an accountant
How builders should manage their cash flow

ABOUT SAMUEL FALANGA

Driven by a strong desire to help people build successful businesses, Sam established his own practice in 2011. Since founding Falanga & Co, Sam has built a highly capable team of business coaches, and has established the firm’s reputation as a trusted and effective partner for success across multiple industries.

Connect with Sam: linkedin.com/in/samuel-falanga-7939a265/

ABOUT JOSH HALLAM

Bringing over a decade of senior executive experience to Falanga & Co, Josh is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the firm’s operations. From the development and implementation of strategic plans, to ensuring the firm is meeting its financial and operational objectives, Josh plays a pivotal role in the strategic direction of the firm.

Connect with Josh: linkedin.com/in/josh-hallam-6904711b/

TIMELINE

0:41 A bit about Falanga & Co.
3:35 Biggest accounting pain points for builders
8:00 How builders can manage their cash flow
12:05 Addressing common misconceptions about accountants
15:05 Falanga & Co.'s proactive approach
20:37 Changes throughout 2024 and beyond

LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE

APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com

APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/

APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/

APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders

APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders

INSIDE EPISODE 128 YOU WILL DISCOVER

The importance of an accountant who understands your business
How builders differ from regular businesses
What to look for in an accountant
How builders should manage their cash flow

ABOUT SAMUEL FALANGA

Connect with Sam: linkedin.com/in/samuel-falanga-7939a265/

ABOUT JOSH HALLAM

Connect with Josh: linkedin.com/in/josh-hallam-6904711b/

TIMELINE

0:41 A bit about Falanga & Co.
3:35 Biggest accounting pain points for builders
8:00 How builders can manage their cash flow
12:05 Addressing common misconceptions about accountants
15:05 Falanga & Co.'s proactive approach
20:37 Changes throughout 2024 and beyond

LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE

APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com

APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/

APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/

APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders

APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders

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127. The Value Of Apprentices With Tom Coy

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Tom Coy, Owner of Coy’s Constructions based out of Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Tom gets into the common misconceptions surrounding apprentices, the systems you can use to effectively train them, and how to set them up for success in the building industry.

INSIDE EPISODE 127 YOU WILL DISCOVER

Why you should take on apprentices
How to cater to different people's learning styles
The best way to retain apprentices once they’re qualified
Why open communication is essential
And much, much more.

ABOUT TOM COY

Tom Coy is the founder and director of Coy’s Constructions, Custom New Home and Renovation Specialists. Coy’s Constructions is a highly skilled building company delivering exceptional quality custom homes in the Yarra Valley and outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Connect with Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-coy-96454a280/

TIMELINE

1:10 Addressing the myths about apprentices
3:44 How to show an apprentice the path forward
9:23 The systems and processes to train an apprentice
18:12 Retention strategies
20:36 The biggest challenges with apprentices

LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE

APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com

APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/

APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/

APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders

APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders

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129. Using AI In Your Building Company With Russ Stephens

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. In the episode, Russ delves into how builders can harness the power of artificial intelligence to maximise efficiency in their building company.

INSIDE EPISODE 129 YOU WILL DISCOVER

The place AI has in your building company
How AI is impacting the industry
The best way builders can utilise AI
The most common mistakes builders make with AI
And much, much more.

ABOUT RUSS STEPHENS

Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, 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.

Connect with Russ: linkedin.com/in/russstephens

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