Surviving the Winter Slow Season | Cash Flow, Budgeting & Smart Business Planning
- S1E25
- 38:21
- November 25th 2025
In this episode of The Home Service Hot Seat, hosts Michael Grigery and Jonathan Maynard discuss how to navigate the challenges of the winter slow season in the home service industry.
They share strategies for maintaining cash flow, keeping top employees during downtime, and planning for long-term financial stability. From hiring fractional CFOs and cutting unnecessary expenses to preparing seasonal budgets and building relationships with complementary trades, this episode is packed with practical advice to keep your business strong year-round.
If you’re a home service owner looking to survive the slow season and build a wealthier, healthier business, this conversation is a must-listen.
THE Home Service Hot Seat
Hosted by Michael Grigery, CEO of ClickCallSell, and Jonathan Maynard, CEO of Red Door LLC this podcast dives deep into the strategies, challenges, and success stories of home service business owners.
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Meet the Hosts
Michael Grigery is the CEO of ClickCallSell and a certified business coach with over 13 years of experience helping home service entrepreneurs grow, scale, and lead with clarity. With a background in franchising, digital marketing, and business coaching, Michael brings a tactical, high-energy approach to everything he does. He's passionate about making good businesses great and helping small business owners unlock their full potential through strategy, data, and relentless execution.
Crayton Caudill is a home service operator and entrepreneur with firsthand experience scaling a concrete coatings business past $5 million in revenue. With a focus on leadership, execution, and personal growth, Crayton brings an operator’s perspective to the challenges of scaling, hiring, and transitioning from technician to leader. As co-host of The Home Service Hot Seat, he helps business owners think more clearly, make better decisions, and grow with intention.