Course Description

Running a contracting business takes more than technical skill – it takes leadership, structure, and the ability to manage chaos with clarity. The GM Survival Guide is a complete training series designed to help current and aspiring general managers build strong, efficient, and profitable operations. Over twelve focused lessons, this course covers everything from managing owner expectations and prioritizing projects to leading effective meetings, developing teams, tracking KPIs, and maintaining personal balance under pressure.

Participants learn proven strategies to simplify complexity, drive performance across every department, and create lasting systems that support sustainable growth. Whether managing a single shop or a growing multi-division company, these lessons provide the practical tools and insights needed to thrive as the cornerstone of a high-performing contracting business.