In this episode of Taking the Con Out of Construction, Michelle Carr shares practical construction business advice for contractors, developers, and project leaders on managing cash flow, protecting margins, and avoiding financial pitfalls in construction projects.She gets straight to the heart of one of the industry’s biggest make-or-break factors: cash flow. Michelle unpacks why contractors run into financial trouble — from mixing up profit and overheads to taking on projects with stretched payment terms that quietly drain the business.She breaks down practical steps every contractor should take: pricing tenders properly, capturing overheads accurately, staying on top of CVRs, and strengthening communication between estimating and delivery teams.Packed with real-world insights and straightforward strategies, this episode is your guide to building financial resilience, protecting margins, and steering clear of the liquidation trap.Essential listening for anyone wanting to run profitable, controlled, and financially resilient construction projects.Visit <a href="https://h2construction.uk/%20">https://h2construction.uk/ </a>to learn more.Find Michelle Carr on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-d-carr/%20%20">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-d-carr/  </a>H Squared Construction: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/h2-commercial-consultancy">https://www.linkedin.com/company/h2-commercial-consultancy</a>.Find out more about Construction Alchemy here: <a href="https://constructionalchemy.co.uk/">https://constructionalchemy.co.uk/</a> CREDITS:'Taking the Con out of Construction’ is a OneZeroCreative production.Discover how podcasting can grow your brand: <a href="https://www.onezerocreative.co.uk/">https://www.onezerocreative.co.uk/</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-zero-creative">https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-zero-creative</a>Contact us at <a href="mailto:enquiries@onezerocreative.co.uk">enquiries@onezerocreative.co.uk</a>DISCLAIMER:The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based on the personal experiences of Michelle Carr and her guests. They are for general information only and should not be relied upon as professional or legal advice. Always seek your own independent advice before making decisions. Neither Michelle Carr nor H Squared Construction accepts liability for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from actions taken based on this podcast.

Construction Cash Control | Protecting Margins and Financial Resilience in Construction

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