On The Construction Leadership Podcast, Bradley Hartmann (author of 12 construction-focused books and founder of the consultancy, Hartmann & Co.) interviews leaders throughout the industry to share ideas and insights to help you lead more effectively.
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418 :: Chelsea Zuccato of Patrick Lumber on Identifying Niche Opportunities and Slinging Lumber
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In this conversation, Chelsea Zuccato, a sales manager at Patrick Lumber Company, discusses various topics related to leadership and sales. She shares her favorite leadership movie, offers insights on finding niche markets, and offer actionable advice on increasing delegation as leader. Chelsea also emphasizes the value of taking risks, learning fr…
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417 :: This Leadership Metaphor is Killing Your Business: The Fallacy of Cascading Communication
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In episode 417, host Bradley Hartmann discusses the fallacy of "cascading communication" as a leadership metaphor. He argues that while information may cascade down through an organization, behavioral change does not. Using Newton's laws of motion as a framework, Hartmann explains how leaders need to approach communication differently to drive real…
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416 :: Ben Breen of the Project Management Institute on Building $4B Projects and Developing Better Project Managers
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In episode 416, Ben Breen of the Project Management Institute (PMI) joins the show from Australia. Ben is the Global Director of Construction at PMI and he discusses his background in international construction and the leadership principles that have guided his career from construction student, builder, consultant, and leader within PMI. Ben descri…
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415 :: Krysta Van Ranst, CEO of Building PPL on When Leadership Training Isn’t the Answer and the Fallacy of Magic Boot Camps
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In episode 415, Krysta Van Ranst of Building PPL joins The Construction Leadership Podcast to discuss how to leverage learning and development to build stronger people that will drive your future growth. Krysta offers insights on when NOT to invest in leadership training and shares her firm’s proprietary Building PEOPLE model, which includes provid…
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414 :: HR Huntsman: Interrogating Your Own Reality
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In episode 414, HR Huntsman—CEO of Leader's Edge Consulting and Coaching—joins The Construction Leadership Podcast to help leaders and teams become the best version of themselves. HR shares insights on leadership, talent acquisition, and personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling and the power of human connection in leadership. H…
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413 :: Q2 APB: One Recommended Article, Podcast, Book to Power Your Next 90 Days
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In episode 413, host Bradley Hartmann shares the best content he’s come across the last 90 days in three different mediums: an article, a podcast episode, and a book. Each is very much worth your time and attention and will help to turbocharge your next 90 days on the job. 1. Article: Jerry Seinfeld: The Scholar of Comedy Jerry Seinfeld’s thoughts …
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412 :: Saving The World One Countertop at a Time: Bill Heuer of The Countertop Factory
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Episode 412 features Bill Heuer, co-founder of The Countertop Factory Midwest whose 2011 insights on leadership were shared in episode 411. Bill reveals lessons learned from his time at Procter & Gamble how he and his co-founder, Geoff Gran, collaborate to drive growth and profits for their countertop manufacturing companies, based in Illinois and …
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411 :: The Lost Leadership Interview From 2011: Bill Heuer and Geoff Gran of The Countertop Factory
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In February of 2011, Bradley Hartmann requested an interview with Bill Heuer and Geoffrey Gran, co-founders of The Countertop Factory Midwest. The interview was homework—a required 5-page paper on leadership and “new venture creation”—in Hartmann’s MBA program. The interview was granted and after 8 hours in an Elmhurst, Illinois bar, Hartmann had a…
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410 :: Zac Elenchin on His Journey from Kuwait and Afghanistan to 84 Lumber
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In episode 410, Zac Elenchin, a former combat medic in the US Army, shares his leadership journey and experiences with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) —as well as post-traumatic growth. Zac discusses how to develop poise under pressure, the power of servant leadership, and a highly tactical word-for-word phrase leaders can use to acknowledge …
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409 :: Ryce Elliott, President at Benning Construction Co.: Construction Work Doesn’t Have to Suck
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In episode 409, Ryce Elliott, President at Benning Construction Co. in Atlanta joins the Construction Leadership Podcast discuss to career development, leadership, and risk management in the construction industry. Elliott shares insights on everything from the pros and cons of growing up in a town named Santa Claus to effective communication and it…
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408 :: Dr. Kofi Asare of the University of Oklahoma: The Incredible Promise—and Current Branding Failure—That Is Digital Twin Technology
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In episode 408 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, Dr. Kofi Asare and Bradley Hartman discuss the concept of digital twins and their potential impact on the construction industry. They explore various analogies and metaphors to explain what digital twins are and how they differ from other technologies like BIM. They also discuss the promise of …
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407 :: The SBI Framework and Billy Cornelius of TAL Building Centers
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In episode 407, host Bradley Hartmann shares the most effective communication framework he's ever learned: the SBI Framework that originated within The Center for Creative Leadership. It was shared with Bradley by Jamie Dabbs of TDIndustries. SBI stands for Situation, Behavior, and Impact. The framework is so powerful because it removes emotion fro…
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406 :: Persuading Prefontaine: How Bill Bowerman—Track GOAT and Co-Founder of Nike—Coached Steve Prefontaine to Maximize His Potential
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In episode 406 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann discusses leadership and persuasion techniques that can be applied in the construction industry. Hartmann shares a story about legendary track coach, Bill Bowerman, and how he persuaded his star athlete, Steve Prefontaine, to wear a new lightweight shoe design cobbled in t…
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405 :: The Alaskan Origins of Our Battle Cry: You Are Owed Nothing. Deliver Value First
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Through 404 episodes of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann has ended the show with his mantra-as-battle-cry: "You Are Owed Nothing. Deliver Value First." In episode 405, Hartmann shares its unlikely origin story for the first time as he emphasizes its practical utility through examples from listeners in different industries.…
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404 :: Mark Weber of Builders FirstSource: Insights from Working at Taco Bell and That Electronics Store in The 40-Year-Old Virgin
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In episode 404, Mark Weber of Builders FirstSource in Michigan hilariously and insightfully shares his experiences working at Taco Bell and in the electronic appliance retail business, highlighting the importance of upselling and learning to anticipate the the word 'no.' Mark emphasizes the significance of being a good mentee and the role humility …
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In this replay episode, Bradley is joined by NBA Legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton at the West Coast Lumber and Building Materials Association (WCLBMA) Annual Convention that was held October 19-21, 2022 in San Diego, CA. Bill discusses leadership lessons he learned from coaches, including John Wooden at UCLA, as well as lessons learned from rea…
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402 :: Randee Herrin: On Assessing Your Team’s Readiness to Change
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In episode 402, Randy Herrin and Bradley Hartmann discuss the topic of change management. They explore the importance of understanding human nature and the readiness capability of the organization when implementing change. They also discuss the need to set realistic expectations and invest the necessary time and effort for meaningful and lasting ch…
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401 :: Negotiating Maas: The Baseball Card Transaction That Changed My Life
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In episode 401, host Bradley Hartmann shares his most personal story yet about a childhood event that changed his life. The story involves his father—a construction leader for four decades—a local card and comic retailer, and a professional baseball player named Kevin Maas. The event educated Bradley on value, pricing, power dynamics, the role emot…
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400 :: Verne Harnish on Scaling Up—And Why Lincoln Was the Worst POTUS
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In this conversation, Verne Harnish discusses his insights on scaling up businesses and shares his experiences with the Rockefeller Habits. He also highlights the importance of aligning people, strategy, execution, and cash in order to drive business growth. Harnish provides a list of non-obvious leaders who have influenced him, including Hubert Jo…
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399 :: Tom Asacker: Deathly Afraid of Not Doing It
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In episode 399, Tom Asacker shares insights from his experience as a business owner, innovator, and professional magician. He emphasizes the need to understand and fulfill people's desires in order to be persuasive and influential. Tom talks about the power of having fun and enjoying the process in achieving success. He explores the role of doubt a…
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398 :: How Nike Lost Steph Curry: A Case Study of a Multi-Billion Dollar Mistake
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In episode 398, a 2016 ESPN article written by Ethan Sherwood Strauss has been converted into a vivid and engaging case study illustrating the laws of power, influence, persuasion, and value—including what to do and what not to do. The case study examines Steph Curry's rise to fame and his disillusionment and feelings of disrespect from the leaders…
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397 :: 2024 Builder Panel: Brent Hull of Hull Works, Matthew Schmidt of PulteGroup, Andrew Cooper of Toll Bros, Bobby Krueger of The Krueger Group, Adam Lingenfelter of Lingenfelter Custom Homes, and Dave ...
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Episode 397 features an all-star lineup of leaders sharing their wisdom and experience from a recent training event held by Bradley Hartmann & Co. The panel includes: Brent Hull of Hull Works Matthew Schmidt of PulteGroup Andrew Cooper of Toll Brothers Bobby Krueger of The Krueger Group Adam Lingenfelter of Lingenfelter Custom Homes Dave Reichert o…
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396 :: Dr. Felix Oberholzer-Gee of the Harvard Business School on Better, Simpler Strategy
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In episode 396 of The Construction Leadership Podcast, Dr. Felix Oberholzer-Gee joins the show to discuss his book, Better Simpler Strategy and the simple, yet powerful concept of The Value Stick, Felix is the Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. An award-winning instructor, his academic work and consult…
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395 :: AI-Driven Construction with Jessica Herrala of Buildots
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In episode 395 of The Construction Leadership Podcast, Jessica Herrala of Buildots joins the show to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is improving the construction process through better communication and progress tracking. Jessica is a strategic thinking veteran of some of the most well-known brands in construction: Lend Lease, Skansa, Wal…
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394 :: Construction Leadership Game Show featuring Colby Chandler (Cassity Jones Building Materials), Kevin Carey (Mountain Mover Facades), and Meloni Raney (TEXO Construction Association)
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Episode 394 features an all-star trio competing in our fifth Construction Leadership Game Show: Colby Chandler, Sales Manager at Cassity Jones Building Products Meloni Raney, CEO of TEXO Association Kevin Carey, CEO of Mountain Mover Facades and host of the 17Twenty Podcast. Among other relevant insights that can help you become a better manager an…
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