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???????????? ???????? ?????? ?????????????????? If you're, ahem, ???? ?? ?????????????? ?????? then you remember (and maybe, if you're like me, you were obsessed with) Choose Your Own Adventure books! Well, today we're going to hop in our time machine and go back to the 1980s to read the latest edition: ?????? ??????????????????????????'?? ?????????????? You’ve just landed a big project—one that could take your business to the next level. The GC sends over a 50-page subcontract and says: ?? “????’?? ????????????????—???????????????? ?????????? ????." ?? “???? ???????? ???? ???????? ????, ???? ?????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ???? ???????? ??????????.” ?? “???????? ?????? ???? ???????? ???? ???? ?????????? ???? ???? ?????? ?????? ?????? ??????????????.” ???????? ???? ?????? ????? ???????????? ??: You sign immediately and hope for the best. ?? Congratulations, you just unknowingly agreed to: ? A pay-if-paid clause—so if the owner doesn’t pay, neither do you. ? A no-damages-for-delay clause—meaning any project slowdowns come out of your pocket. ? An indemnity clause that makes you responsible for someone else’s mistakes. Fast forward six months… you’re chasing payment, drowning in unexpected costs, and losing sleep over a contract you wish you had read. ???????????? ??: You read the contract and push back on key terms. ?? Smart move. Now you: ? Know your payment terms—and negotiate for more favorable conditions. ? Redline high-risk clauses—so you don’t take on liability that isn’t yours. ? Set clear change order processes—so you get paid for extra work instead of eating the cost. Fast forward six months… you’re paid on time, profitable, and glad you took the extra step to protect your business. ?????? ????????????????? ???? ?????? ??????’?? ???????? ?????????????? ???? ???????? ??????????????????, ?????????????? ???????? ????????. GCs and owners write contracts to protect themselves—not you. If you don’t read, review, and negotiate key terms, you’re agreeing to risks you didn’t even know existed. That’s why I teach subcontractors how to ?????? their contracts—so you can make smart decisions, protect your bottom line, and avoid contract disasters. ~~~~~~~~~ ?? I only take a ?????????????? ???????????? of ??:?? ???????????????? ?????????????? each month. If you’re ready to stop signing bad contracts and start negotiating like a lawyer, DM me to see if I have an opening. ?? ???? ????????????: ???????? ?????? ???????? ???????????? ?? ???????????????? ?????????????? ?????????? ?????????????? ????? ??

If you missed the first training in the The Builders' Exchange of San Joaquin Contract Law series last month, you're in luck! We're back this week with session 2 all about ????????????! Check out what one of last month's attendees had to say: "?????? ???????????? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???? ???????????????? ???? ?????? ????????????. ?? ?????????? ???????? ?????????? ???????????? ???? ?????????? ?????? ????????????????. ???? ???????? ???????? ???????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????? ???? ?????????? ?????????????????????????????? ???????? ??????????????????????????, ??????." Through reviewing numerous examples of types of delay provisions from real contracts, we will learn and apply my ?????? ?????????????????? for ??????????????????, ??????????????????, ?????? ?????????????????????? delay clauses in your contracts. O=Optimize W=Weigh N=Negotiate There's still time to save your spot. ???????? ???? ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? ?? PLUS go ahead and save the future dates: April 17, 2025: Dispute Resolution May 15, 2025: Termination June 19, 2025: Indemnity July 17, 2025: Liquidated Damages ???????? ???????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ?????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???????????????? ???? ???? ?????? ?????????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???? ???????? ?????????????????? ?????? ??:?? ???????????????? ???? ??????'?? ???????? ????! Besides, lunch is even included!

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??? Building Resilience: 5 Threats Shaping #ConstructionRisk Management in 2024 ?? The construction industry is facing a complex web of risks, from extreme weather and supply chain disruptions to labor shortages and evolving regulations. In our latest article, we delve into the key challenges and strategies for building a more resilient future. Key Highlights: ?? People First: Addressing the skills gap with mentorship and effective training. ?? Financial Pressures: Navigating high inflation and interest rates that impact project viability. ?? Climate Change: Adapting to increased extreme weather events and temperature variations. ?? Cyber Vulnerability: Protecting against cyber attacks in an increasingly digital sector. ?? Contract Management: Understanding and managing contractual obligations to avoid disputes and delays. ?? Tech Integration: Leveraging AI and digital tools for enhanced risk forecasting and safety. ?? Collaborative Approach: Starting risk management early with pre-bid assessments and clear communication. Effective risk management is crucial for protecting project outcomes and ensuring the industry's sustainability. Dive deeper into these critical issues and discover actionable strategies. Read the full article now: https://lnkd.in/eVbG7nsi Clayco - Marsh - Megan Shapiro, Esq. #ConstructionRisk #RiskManagement #ConstructionIndustry #EmergingRisks #SupplyChain #CyberSecurity #ClimateRisk #FinancialRisk #ProjectManagement #SafetyFirst #DigitalTransformation #AIinConstruction #ContractManagement #Leadership #Resilience

This week inside ??? ???????????????????????? ?????????????????? ??????????????: ?? Rockstars; ?? Warranty issues; ?? Contingent payment terms; ?? ????Spotlight on heart health???? ?? Upcoming events; and ?????? ???????? ???????? 5 ?????????????? ???????? for the ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? presented by Depth Builder, Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez, and ControlQore, and sponsored by John "Goose" Dunham and Mike DiGiovanni. ?????? ON SALE NOW. All that and more waiting for you ???? ?????? ????????????!

#SedonaSaturday: Who is Converge For? (????????: ??????.) The ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? isn’t just for one type of professional— it’s for anyone in the construction space who wants to ??????????, ??????????????, ?????? ??????????. ? ?????? ?????? ?? ???????????????????? looking to expand your network and strengthen your business strategies? ? ?????? ?????? ?? ?????????????? ????????????????—insurance, finance, marketing, legal—who works with contractors and wants to better understand their needs? ? ?????? ?????? ?? ????????????????????, ??????????, ???? ?????????????? helping construction professionals grow? If you’re in the construction industry—or you serve the construction industry—???????? ?????????? ???? ?????? ??????. And the best part? You won’t just be talking to people in your exact field. You’ll be learning from and networking with professionals across the industry—gaining insights and connections that you wouldn’t find anywhere else. ?? ????????’?? ??????’?? ?????????????? ????????????: ??? General Contractors ??? Insurance & Risk Management Professionals ?? Finance & Business Advisors ?? Industry Consultants The mix of perspectives is what makes this event so powerful. You’ll walk away with ?????? ??????????, ???????? ??????????????????????????, and ?????????????????????????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ????????????????. ?? And if you’re thinking about joining us, don’t wait—t?i?c?k?e?t?s? ?a?r?e? ?a?l?r?e?a?d?y? ?5?0?%? ?g?o?n?e? after just 2 weeks! ?? June 6-8, 2025 | Sedona, AZ ?? Amara Resort & Spa ?? Grab your ticket now before it’s too late → ???????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???? ?????????????? or drop a comment below and I'll send you the info! ?? ?????? ?????????????? ???? ????????????????????????, ????????????????????, ???? ?? ?????????????? ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ???? ???? ?????? ???????? ?????? ?????????? ??????????????????????????! ??

?? ?????? ?????????????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????? ????????????????… but you’re the one paying for it. ?? You bid the job expecting to be onsite for six months. Now, thanks to delays you didn’t cause, you’re still there a year later—?????????????? ???????? on extra labor, extended equipment rentals, and overhead. And when you try to recover your costs? The GC points to a no-damages-for-delay clause in your contract. ?? ??????????????????????: ?????? ?????? ?????? ????????. ?? ????????’?? ?????? ??????????? ?? A no-damages-for-delay (NDFD) clause—buried in your subcontract. ???? ??????????: ?? If the project gets delayed, you can’t recover extra costs—even if the GC or owner is at fault. ?? Your only option is more time, not more money. ?? You still have to pay for extended labor, equipment, and overhead—out of your own pocket. Delays kill profit margins. And NDFD clauses make sure you, not the GC, absorb the hit. ?? ?????? ???? ???????? ???????? (?????? ??????) ? Strike the clause entirely. ???? ???????????? ????????’?? ???????? ??????????, ?????? ???????????? ???? ??????????????????????. ? Negotiate carve-outs. If you can’t remove it, at least exclude GC-caused or owner-driven delays. ? Add a change order mechanism. If delays extend your work, you get paid for additional costs. ? Include a force majeure exception. You shouldn’t be penalized for events beyond anyone’s control. ? ??????’?? ?????? ???????????? ???????? ?????? ???????? ??????????????. GCs and owners love NDFD clauses because they shift risk onto you. If you don’t redline them, you’re signing away your right to recover costs. That’s why I teach subcontractors how to OWN their contracts—so they can protect their time, profits, and cash flow. ?? ???????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ?????????? ?????? ???? ?????????????? ????????????? ?? ~~~~~~~~~ ?????????? ???? ?????????? ?????? ???? ????????, ????????????, ?????? ?????????????????? ??????????????? I only take a limited number of 1:1 coaching clients to ensure you get the personalized help with contracts that will elevate and PROTECT your business. ?????????? ???????? ????????. If you're ready to OWN your contracts, send me a DM and we'll see if there's a spot available. ?? ???????? ???? ???????? ???????? ???????????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ??????????? If you're an entrepreneur, consultant, or service provider in the construction industry, the ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? is the event you've been waiting for. No overwhelming crowds. No stuffy rooms. No wasted time. Just high-value conversations, real relationships, and actionable strategies to help you grow your business. ??????????. ??????????????. ??????????. ?? June 6-8, 2025 | Sedona, AZ ??? Only 30 spots available—once we sell out, ticket sales close! ?? Grab your ticket now → ???????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???? ?????????????? or drop a comment below and I'll send you the info!

?? You signed the contract. Now you’re on the hook for things you didn’t even do. ?? Sounds ridiculous, right? And yet, liability shifting provisions in subcontracts do exactly that. They make YOU responsible for things outside your control—other trades’ mistakes, design flaws, or even the GC’s own negligence. And when something goes wrong? You’re the one left holding the bag. ????????’?? ?????? ??????????? ?? Indemnity clauses, broad-form hold harmless agreements, and ???????????? ???????? ??????????????????—hidden in your subcontract. These clauses can force you to: ?? Pay for damages caused by others. ?? Cover legal fees for claims unrelated to your work. ?? Take on risks your insurance won’t even cover. One bad contract could ???????? ?????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????? on a project—or worse. ?? ?????? ???? ???????? ???????? (?????? ??????): ? Narrow the indemnity clause – You should only be responsible for your work, not the GC’s or other trades’. ? Strike language that makes you responsible for third-party negligence – If someone else screws up, it’s not your job to pay for it. ? Limit defense obligations – Don’t agree to cover legal fees unless the claim is directly tied to your work. ? Ensure insurance requirements align with your coverage – If your policy won’t cover it, don’t sign it. ?? Liability shifting clauses are a ticking time bomb in subcontracts—but only if you don’t catch them before signing. That’s why it’s critical to OWN your contracts. ?? ???????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ?????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ??????????’?? ???????? ??????????? ?? ~~~~~~~~~ ?????????? ???? ?????????? ?????? ???? ????????, ????????????, ?????? ?????????????????? ??????????????? I only take a limited number of 1:1 coaching clients to ensure you get the personalized help with contracts that will elevate and PROTECT your business. ?????????? ???????? ????????. If you're ready to OWN your contracts, send me a DM and we'll see if there's a spot available. ?? ???????? ???? ???????? ???????? ???????????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ??????????? If you're an entrepreneur, consultant, or service provider in the construction industry, the ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? is the event you've been waiting for. No overwhelming crowds. No stuffy rooms. No wasted time. Just high-value conversations, real relationships, and actionable strategies to help you grow your business. ??????????. ??????????????. ??????????. ?? June 6-8, 2025 | Sedona, AZ ??? Only 30 spots available—once we sell out, ticket sales close! ?? Grab your ticket now → ???????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???? ?????????????? or drop a comment below and I'll send you the info!

This week inside ??? ???????????????????????? ?????????????????? ??????????????: ?? An alarming emerging trend: the rise of ILOCs in place of bonds; ?? Change orders; ?? Termination for convenience clauses; ?? A Valentine's Day tale of heartbreak; ?? Upcoming events (?????????????????? ?? ???????? ?????????? ???????? ????) you won’t want to miss; and ?? Tickets for the ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? presented by Depth Builder, Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez, and ControlQore, and sponsored by John "Goose" Dunham and Mike DiGiovanni are ON SALE NOW. All that and more waiting for you ???? ?????? ????????????!

#SedonaSaturday What happens when you take ???? ???????????????????????? ???????????????? ??????????????????????????, put them in ?????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???????????????????????? ?????????????????? ???? ?????? ??????????????, and create ?????????? ?????? ???????? ??????????????????????????, ??????????????????????????, ?????? ????????????? You get the ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? presented by Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez, Depth Builder, and ControlQore and sponsored by John "Goose" Dunham and Mike DiGiovanni ????? Sedona, AZ isn’t just a backdrop—it’s part of the experience. ? It’s a place to step away from the daily grind and ?????????? ????????????. ? It’s where ???????????????????? ?????????????????????? ????????????—because when you’re surrounded by inspiration, great ideas follow. ? And let’s be honest, if you’re going to attend an event, it might as well be somewhere unforgettable. June 6th-8th we’re bringing together ??????????????????????????, ??????????????????????, ?????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? in the construction industry for a one-of-a-kind event at Amara Resort and Spa—with a schedule designed to help you ?????????? new strategies, ?????????????? with the right people, and ?????????? opportunities that move your business forward. ??? Early Bird Tickets are live now—but we’re capping attendance at just 30 people and tickets are actually going fast! ~~~~~~~~~ No overwhelming crowds. No stuffy rooms. No wasted time. Just high-value conversations, real relationships, and actionable strategies to help you grow your business. ??????????. ??????????????. ??????????. ?? June 6-8, 2025 | Sedona, AZ ?? Grab your ticket now → ???????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???? ?????????????? or drop a comment below and I'll send you the info! ?? ?????? ?????????????? ???????? ?????? ???????? ???? ?????? ???? ????????????!