How It Works
Start Growing
THE STRATEGY CALL
STOP GUESSING.
START GROWING
Schedule Your Free Builder Growth Assessment Call .
build a truly predictable engine for profitable growth.
Tired of running your business on guesswork? A healthy profit margin on paper doesn't mean much if cash is tight and every week feels reactive. This complimentary 30-minute strategy call is designed to stop the cycle. We'll help you find the "so what" behind your numbers and turn data into decisions.
This is a no-nonsense diagnostic
where we’ll cover:
Establish
Your Baseline
Quickly assess your current sales, financial, and operational metrics to define your starting point.
Identify Your Roadblocks
Isolate the single biggest challenge limiting your growth, whether it's lead flow, cash flow, or project chaos.
Define a Clear Destination
Map out where you want to be in 12 months and the key numbers that will get you there.
A Path to Control
We’ll show you precisely how the FrameWork provides the control and clarity needed to hit your goal.
YOUR KEY TAKEAWAY
The Strategic Roadmap
Following our session, you'll receive a custom Strategic Roadmap.
This actionable blueprint provides:
Business Diagnosis
Get a comprehensive analysis of your construction company's current operational state.
Bottleneck Identification
Discover hidden inefficiencies blocking your growth potential and profit margins.
Prioritized Action Steps
Receive clear, implementable recommendations ranked by impact and urgency.
This Roadmap is valuable whether or not you proceed with our MAP™ or Academy™ programs. It’s our investment in demonstrating the clarity we bring.
PROOF IN PERFORMANCE
+25%
INCREASE IN
Revenue Generated
+65%
increase in
net-new profit
9+
Hours worked
less/week
Avg. Revenue Increase of
$775,564 Per Year.
Avg. Profit Increase of
$185,564 Per Year.
Avg. Revenue Increase of
$775,564 Per Year.
Our commitment to transparent value delivery and outcome-driven strategies isn't just talk. By implementing the FrameWork™—focusing on clear communication, data-informed decisions, and empowering builders with robust systems—we see real, measurable transformations like these…

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Proof for builders: Read GO First case studies & client testimonials. Learn how implementing proven systems drives predictable profit & scale for firms like yours.

GET STARTED
Ready to Replace Guesswork
with Growth
See exactly where your business can improve. Book your complimentary Growth Assessment & Gap Analysis today.
You'll get personalized insights from an experienced builder consultant in a straightforward, pressure-free conversation focused entirely on your opportunities for predictability and profit.
THE FRAMEWORK™
Purpose-Built for Builders
YOUR Strategic Roadmap to Predictable Profits.
We guide builders from operational chaos to predictable profitability using our proven, structured approach
1
​Assess​
Diagnose Your Business.
Create Your Strategic Roadmap.
2
Install Your Foundation for Scalability (The 6-Week MAP™)
3
Sustain Momentum.
Optimize Performance

THE MAP

THE SIX SYSTEMS EVERY BUILDER NEEDS Go beyond theory. In six weeks, we install the AI-enhanced systems you need to run a predictable, profitable building business. The 6-Week Mutual-Action-Plan (MAP™) is our intensive, hands-on implementation program where we roll up our sleeves alongside you. We don't just advise; we build. During the MAP™, we install and tailor the 6 Core Systems essential for eliminating chaos and driving scalable growth, strategically integrating practical AI tools to maximize efficiency: SET THE STRATEGY GOAL SETTING & STRATEGY Establish clear targets, track progress effectively, and make data-driven decisions for long-term success. BUILD PIPELINE PREDICTABLY LEADFLOW & MARKETING Attract consistent, high-quality leads and stop wasting marketing dollars – powered by AI for smarter targeting and qualification. WIN PROFITABLE PROJECTS SALES & REVENUE OPERATIONS Convert more leads into profitable projects with a predictable, structured sales process and AI-driven insights. Run ProjectsSmoothly PROJECT MANAGEMENT Ensure smooth project delivery, maintain margins, and improve communication from start to finish. GENERATE REPEAT BUSINESS CLIENT SUCCESS & GROWTH Create delighted clients who become repeat business and powerful referral sources. Develop Reliable Teams HIRING & TEAM DEVELOPMENT Build and empower a high-performing team aligned with your goals. Upon completing the MAP™, you'll have a fully operational, systemized foundation built for predictability and profit.

OUR CLIENTS

Who We Serve Systemize your business for growth through prebuilt processes, best in class sales frameworks, and a community of high-performing peers. CONTRACTORS HOMEBUILDERS REMODELERS LAND DEVELOPERS HOME SERVICES

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YOUTUBE

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Beyond the Bid

Winning in construction isn't just about what you build—it's how you build your business. Beyond the Bid is the essential resource for builders and remodelers who want to scale profitably. Forget theory; we provide proven systems for marketing, sales, and project management that allow you to secure higher-value projects, maximize your margins, and take decisive control of your company's future.

PODCAST

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Beyond the Bid

Podcast · Grant Füellenbach · Beyond the Bid is a podcast tailored for professionals in the construction and design-build sectors, offering strategies to move beyond low-margin bidding and achieve sustainable growth. Hosted by industry veterans with over a decade of experience, we provide the tools, resources, and support needed to attract more clients and thrive in a competitive market. Tune in for expert insights, proven strategies, and industry secrets to elevate your business beyond the bid and into lasting success.

Value Vault

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Value Vault

5 helpful resources. delivered over 5 days. Want to discover the proven strategies behind a 7-figure design-build firm? These 5 free resources will help you win better projects, optimize operations, and scale your construction business strategically.

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Since 2021, GO First® has helped 312+ builders leverage AI and automation to create predictable sales pipelines and escape the feast-or-famine cycle.
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Free Resources
10-Step Sales Process
Discover how the top 5% of building company owners get booked 6-12 months in advance
Remodeling Process PlaybookMaster client communication, streamline sales, build trust, win better projects.
300pt. QA Checklist
The Ultimate Guide to Consistent Quality.
Solving the Subcontractor Challenge
Practical solutions to effective strategies for vetting, and securing quality subcontractors
109 SOPs Every Team Needs
Free resource of example standard procedures
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Get answers to the questions builders and remodelers have about growing business.
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Stop chasing unpredictable results and scale from reactive to proactive sales.
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