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This Dropping Bombs episode features Ian McCarthy, who scaled companies from $0 to eight figures THREE times across landscaping and professional sports. Former accountant turned founder, Ian exposes the fatal pricing mistakes contractors make and the exact financial strategies that unlock explosive growth.
Ian breaks down his "Know Your Numbers" system—how to calculate true overhead, stop copying competitors' rates, and price for actual profit. Steal the exact markup strategies, manpower formulas, and M&A moves that turn guesswork into empire-level growth.
If you're in the trades or looking to scale, this episode pays for itself in one job. Press play before your competition does.
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Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he’s mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.
LightSpeed VT is Brad’s brainchild—the world’s leading interactive training platform. It’s built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you’re a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:
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Brad’s also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/
This isn’t just a video. It’s a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.
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