In this episode of Business Blueprints, Bryan sits down with Justin Escajeda of Escajeda Masonry to unpack what it takes to grow a construction business without losing control or culture.
Justin shares his journey from working in the field to acquiring and overseeing multiple businesses across trades. He talks through the challenges of transitioning out of daily operations, trusting leaders, and maintaining efficiency across companies.
The conversation covers how to evaluate a business for acquisition, the importance of post-sale transitions, and why not every deal is worth doing. They also reflect on the state of marketing in the industry, the myth of referrals, and the risk of chasing scale without profitability.
If you're a builder or service-based business owner looking to grow smart and stay grounded, this one's for you.
