Why Smart Contractors Are Outsourcing With Karen Walshe from Go Recruit
- Construction Champions Podcast
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Most construction business owners hit a ceiling and it’s not because of lack of skill, it’s because of lack of time. The problem isn’t your ability to lead, manage, or build. It’s that you’re trying to do too much, for too long, by yourself.
In this episode of the Construction Champions Podcast, Karen Walshe, founder of Go Recruit, explains how strategic outsourcing can unlock time, scalability, and peace of mind for contractors who are ready to grow without burning out.
1. You’re Not Supposed to Do Everything
The Problem:
Contractors wear too many hats: estimating, scheduling, bookkeeping, client calls, HR and that’s before even stepping onto the jobsite.
The Fix:
Delegate administrative and repetitive tasks to trained virtual assistants
Let skilled professionals handle specialized work like BIM, accounting, and design
Reclaim your time for leadership, business development, and client relationships
Pro Tip: Delegating the right work is how real businesses grow.
2. High-Quality Support Without High Overhead
The Problem:
Hiring in-house comes with a high price tag, payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, and office space.
The Fix:
Use vetted offshore professionals through Go Recruit
Access experienced talent for a fraction of the cost of U.S. staff
Scale support based on your current workload and budget
Pro Tip: You don’t need a full-time admin team to have full-time support.
3. Start With the Tasks That Drain You
The Problem:
Contractors know they’re overwhelmed, but don’t know where to start.
The Fix:
Identify the top 3 tasks you hate or constantly put off
Build a job description around those needs
Offload and monitor results with a weekly check-in
Pro Tip: Don’t wait for burnout. Start small, delegate smart.
4. Specialized Roles That Accelerate Growth
The Opportunity:
Go Recruit’s network includes specialists across:
Construction administration and project coordination
Drafting, design, and 3D rendering
BIM modeling
Bookkeeping, AP/AR, and payroll
These aren’t generalists—they’re professionals who understand construction.
Pro Tip: It’s not about outsourcing everything, it’s about building a bench of talent that keeps you moving forward.
Final Thoughts: Scale Without the Stress
Your construction business doesn’t grow by adding more hours to your day. It grows when you stop trying to do it all alone.
Karen Walshe and Go Recruit offer the systems, support, and talent that help contractors build businesses, not just jobs.
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