Best Bluebeam Podcasts (2024)

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Bluebeam Tool Chest Tips & Tricks | 5 Minute Friday 7:11

6h ago7:11

7:11

We use Bluebeam all day every day at ABSI. Today, We talk about some of our favorite features. Favorite #1 - Tool Chest: On the left side of your screen, you look at the tool chest. Click on that icon and open it up. Inside, you’ll find tool sets. Favorite #2 - My Tools: If there’s a command you use frequently, you can put that command in my tools.…

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The Pain of Discipline OR The Pain of Regret | 5 Minute Friday 6:08

6h ago6:08

6:08

By Construction Brothers

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Gene Byce: The Fusion of Audio Expertise and Woodworking Artistry 48:51

2d ago48:51

48:51

Text us your feedback on the podcast! Join Gene Byce on Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast for an in-depth look at high-quality craftsmanship and innovative woodworking techniques. Discover Gene's expertise in creating custom furniture, unique wall humidors from Spanish cedar, and his meticulous approach to using solid brass hinges and other pre…

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A Bim Guy Speaks (ft. Trevor Owens) 46:03

1d ago46:03

46:03

By Construction Brothers

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5 Questions to Ask Before you Prefab (feat. Fouad Khalil) 42:13

2d ago42:13

42:13

Today we welcome Fouad Khalil to the show. Fouad calls himself a reformed architect. About three years ago he eased into offsite construction and founded Modly, a modular construction consultancy that provides the building and real estate sector with market research, feasibility analysis and advisory services. His focus is on helping owners and con…

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Anger is Useless | 5 Minute Friday 5:01

8d ago5:01

5:01

Today Eddie is sharing more wisdom from the book Never Split the Difference. When you’re in a confrontational situation and you don’t regulate your anger, your body begins to release stress hormones that will reduce your brain’s ability to process information effectively. You’ll be less able to empathize, less able to assess the situation. Tyler po…

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The Heart of Woodworking: Julia Lopez's Path to Success 56:18

16d ago56:18

56:18

Text us your feedback on the podcast! Join us in this episode of Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast as we engage with Julia Lopez, CEO of Door Master of Houston. Listen in as she shares her inspiring journey, the challenges of running a family business, and her unique perspective on the woodworking industry. Gain valuable insights into transpare…

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It’s Time to Customize Your Software 53:25

10d ago53:25

53:25

Software design as a trade If you’re in need of custom software, James Cosman is your man. James started out as a software developer and went on to found VeilSun software. Much of the work that James and his crew do involves QuickBase, so Bob Salaj from QuickBase is also in the studio. Tyler points out that custom software for specific construction…

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In This Case | 5 Minute Friday 3:47

15d ago3:47

3:47

Tyler feels important today. He’s been contacted by Hilti to help host a season of their podcast, In This Case. This means that he’ll be hanging out with friends of CBP without Eddie. Episodes in this season of Hilti’s podcast will include friends of our show and a few new faces. The conversations will explore innovation and a variety of industry t…

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Building a Business from the (Under)Ground Up 1:00:54

17d ago1:00:54

1:00:54

This week we're revisiting our 2023 interview with Matt Aston. The Founding of GPRS Today we welcome Matt Aston. Matt is the founder of GPRS. Although that is an acronym for ground-penetrating radar systems, the company does much more than that these days. Matt started his company in 2001, and now they employ almost 800 people in 54 cities. We disc…

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Tactical Empathy | 5 Minute Friday 10:45

22d ago10:45

10:45

Tyler’s not showing much empathy for Eddie and his coffee spillage. Eddie appreciates the setup. Today he shares some thoughts about tactical empathy. Tactical empathy is another insight Eddie harvested from the book Never Split the Difference. When you’re trying your best to genuinely, deeply invest in your work with others, you’re practicing tact…

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Measure and Mark: Insights from a Field Engineer 1:10:55

29d ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Introduction Our guest today is Noah Pritchett. Noah is a field engineer who shares a homeschool background with Tyler. He ended up getting his GED and meeting a chick at Chick Fil A. They also both had to be corralled by a dad into their work in construction. Then it just clicked. His first job in field-engineering world was as a helper. Then the …

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The Journey of Flooring Takeoffs: An Interview with Joseph Richards 40:42

1M ago40:42

40:42

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond interviews Joseph Richards, owner of Flooring Takeoffs, a company specializing in commercial flooring and tile estimating. Joseph's journey into the construction industry, his unique approach to providing value through expertise in quantity takeoffs, and the…

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Isopraxism | 5 Minute Friday 5:58

1M ago5:58

5:58

Today Eddie once again shares his impressive vocabulary. Today’s word of the day is isopraxism. In essence, it means mirroring. When you repeat back to someone their own words or behavior, you’re engaging in isopraxism. Eddie mentions that this kind of mirroring can increase as your sense of connection to people. It’s not about awkwardly mimicking …

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Recruitment and Retention 1:04:32

1M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Introduction Today we revisit a conversation from last year with two members of the team at DPR Construction. We dive in today with some multi-generational hard hat chat. If you’re interested, check out the helmet conversation we mention with Dr. Bottlang. DPR and Recruiting We ask Chris and Will to talk about how DPR is recruiting and training you…

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Working with ADHD | 5 Minute Friday 7:59

1M ago7:59

7:59

Tyler’s sharing this week. It was in a conversation not terribly long ago that he realized just how profoundly his ADHD affected his daily work. Over time, he’s come to learn how beneficial this condition can be if managed properly. Here are a few tips Tyler shares: -Use Pomodoro Timers to keep yourself on track: https://pomofocus.io/-Work out. -Re…

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The DuckWorks Story 22:13

1M ago22:13

22:13

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast, we're diving into the fascinating tale of Duckworth Millwork Solutions. Host Jacob Edmond gives us the inside scoop on how Duckworth came to be, from its humble beginnings to its impressive growth. Get ready to hear about Jacob's journey, the team's expa…

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Automation’s Effects on the Industry 57:22

1M ago57:22

57:22

Introduction Is Tyler Irrelevant? That’s where we start out today. From there, we conclusively demonstrate our shared lack of connection with today’s youth. We zone in on the term skibidi. Here’s the Urban Dictionary definition. Then we move on to Ohio, rizz, and sigma. Aren’t you glad you joined us? A new generation in construction The reason we’r…

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Read the Room | 5 Minute Friday 4:03

2M ago4:03

4:03

Tyler’s been hiring. In the process, he’s had the opportunity to meet a lot of great people. One guy in particular checked in toward the end of the scheduled interview time slot and asked thoughtfully whether Tyler had a few more minutes. Proactively consider the needs, desires, and circumstances of the people you work with on a daily basis. Doing …

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Forming the Future of Construction: Concrete Forms 44:29

2M ago44:29

44:29

Introduction Today we welcome Joe Purtle, who is here to talk to us about concrete forms. Joe has been in construction for well over two decades, and he’s currently the COO of Doka, which specializes in forming and shoring. Eddie shares a bit about his experience in construction back in the 2x4 and plywood days. He shares how cool it’s been to see …

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Read the Tattoo | 5 Minute Friday 5:03

2M ago5:03

5:03

We’re always trying to help. This week we have a memory Tyler shares about the invisible tattoo he mentally cut into his arm–the message (in its family-show iteration): “Don’t be a jerk.” He reads this tattoo to himself at work and at home. Frustration awaits you at every turn in this industry and in life. Establish the neural pathways needed to av…

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The Future of Millwork: Technology and Trends with Geoffrey Athey 58:15

2M ago58:15

58:15

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode, we delve into fascinating discussions with our guest Geoffrey Athey and host Jacob Edmond. Together, they unpack the challenges and opportunities in the millwork and wood industry, focusing on machinery, technology, and manufacturing operations. Tune in as we explore the impact of the current l…

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Scanning the Reality Capture Landscape 1:10:54

2M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

00:00 - Intro We start out today reflecting on Lee Evey, an interesting guest from a couple former episodes (part one, part two). Then we get going on the conversation with today’s guest, Matthew Byrd, who started the Reality Capture Network. Matthew gives us a run-down of his career preceding RCN and what drove him to start this conference. He tal…

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Keep Fighting the Good Fight | 5 Minute Friday 6:06

2M ago6:06

6:06

Yes, it’s another quote. This week, Maggie Thatcher speaks to us through Eddie. She says, “Keep Fighting the Good Fight.” Tyler adds to that. Learn to love the “no” he says. Great things can come if you are willing to fail more. Eddie shares about RFIs that you know are a sign of something that’s going to become a bigger deal. Sometimes you need to…

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Construction State of The Union 1:02:36

2M ago1:02:36

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A discovery Tyler shares about the blueprints he and Eddie’s dad found in their grandfather’s house. They were prints for a relatively simple house, but still Tyler was overwhelmed by the artistry of the prints. Eddie recalls the values and the social dynamics of work crews in that generation. Core values Tyler shares about an exercise that Chat GP…

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Be Kind, not Nice | 5 Minute Friday 6:23

2M ago6:23

6:23

Nuances matter. Today, Eddie focuses on a specific language nuance and encourages us to be kind, not nice. In explaining the distinction, he suggests that niceness involves telling someone what they want to hear.Kindness, on the other hand, is speaking the truth in a way that respects the person. Tyler latches onto this distinction as an opportunit…

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Behind the Scenes of Wood Flooring with NWFA's Brett Miller 1:00:02

2M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Brett Miller, the Vice President of Technical Standards Training and Certification at the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), to dive into the world of wood flooring. With 33 years of industry experience under his belt, Brett shares insights into the stan…

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Building UGA: Coordinating Campus Construction (Melanie Ford) 1:04:51

2M ago1:04:51

1:04:51

This week we're re-airing a conversation with had with Melanie Ford last year. Introduction - Melanie’s backstory Melanie Ford is the Senior Director of Construction for the University of Georgia Office of the University Architects. Before her move to the university, she worked for 20 years as a contractor and a Vice President of Whitsel Constructi…

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'Merica | 5 Minute Friday 7:03

3M ago7:03

7:03

No tips and tricks today. Just a list of things we love about the good ol’ US of A. We touch on sports, fireworks, greasy grub, flags, and more. Eddie shares about his love of baseball and small-scale explosives. Tyler focuses on food, with some thoughts about deep-fried fair food and pool beer. Are we thankful to live in ‘Merica? Youbetcha, yeah, …

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Ben Hudachek on Strategic Estimation for Millwork Success 48:46

3M ago48:46

48:46

Text us your feedback on the podcast! Today's episode of Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast is all about millwork estimating with Ben Hudachek from BH Estimating. We'll chat about hit rate optimization, winning bids with trust, and some insider tips for subcontractors on bid day. Get ready to level up your estimating game and make smarter bid de…

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Building and Maintaining a Solid Team 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

This week we revisit a conversation we had with DPR's Chris Bell and Will Sheane last October. Today we welcome Chris Bell and Will Sheane, two members of the team at DPR Construction. We start with some multi-generational hard hat chat. If you’re interested, check out the helmet conversation we mention with Dr. Bottlang. DPR and Recruiting We ask …

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From Cluttered to Classy: Inside Closet Showrooms with Eric Marshall 37:30

3M ago37:30

37:30

Text us your feedback on the podcast! We've got Eric Marshall, a true industry legend, sharing his wisdom and experiences with host Jacob Edmond. They dive into the challenges of the commercial millwork industry, the differences between the closet and millwork mindsets, and the importance of understanding consumer needs. Eric's journey from buildin…

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The Noise Before Defeat | 5 Minute Friday 7:58

3M ago7:58

7:58

Eddie’s going deep for today’s quote–all the way back to Sun Tzu’s Art of War (which you can hear for free on Youtube if you can spare 72 minutes.)“Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.” Sometimes people will use these two words interchangeably. Here’s the difference: Strategy…

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The Buildies: Senior Superlatives for Construction 38:23

3M ago38:23

38:23

We might be just a bit late for graduation in some parts of the country, but this week we’re awarding some senior superlatives for the construction industry. Here are the categories. You’ll need to listen to hear the winners. Best partner for a zombie apocalypse: We ponder who would be best able to help us survive an onslaught of the undead. We pon…

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The Illusion of Knowledge | 5 Minute Friday 6:06

3M ago6:06

6:06

Eddie’s got another quote. This one is attributed to historian Daniel J. Boorstin. “The greatest obstacle to discovery is ignorance. It is the illusion of knowledge.” Sound applicable? We think so. Eddie looks back to the early days of the podcast. We thought we knew a lot. We did not. Fast-forward five years, we now find ourselves fully aware of o…

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Doug McLean talks about Exploring Bluebeam's Potential in the Construction Industry 43:42

3M ago43:42

43:42

Text us your feedback on the podcast! Welcome to another episode of Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast. In this episode, our host Jacob Edmond is joined by Doug McLean, a senior estimator for Town Millwork, to explore the untapped potential of Bluebeam in the construction and architectural millwork industry. The conversation tackles the underuti…

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Bracket Mayhem: Picking the Hardest Job In Construction 41:55

3M ago41:55

41:55

00:00 - Ennui and another Tyler We know that you come here for philosophical insight and existential explanations, so today we’re discussion ennui. Tyler shares… tries to share about this state of listlss… listsles… listlessness and dissatisfaction. After this fun, we welcome our new vocal presence, Tyler Cook. Tyler shares about the secret to conn…

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Repair That Roof | 5 Minute Friday 8:43

3M ago8:43

8:43

Tyler’s struggling today, but Eddie’s bringing the wisdom. Actually, he’s passing along wisdom from John F. Kennedy. Here’s what JFK had to say: “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” Eddie shares about lessons Dad passed along about how to use down time. If things are slow but you know the time is coming when they won’t be… Then…

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Justin Shaw on Strategic Growth in Construction Supply Industries. 48:16

3M ago48:16

48:16

Text us your feedback on the podcast! Hey there, Millwork enthusiasts! In this episode, Justin Shaw and Jacob Edmond are breaking down all things strategic growth in construction supply industries. They'll be chatting about the nitty-gritty of prospect database building, the hurdles of changing client relationships, and the need to stay on top of i…

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The Best Idea Wins (ft. Jay Jenkins) 45:04

3M ago45:04

45:04

He brought us coffee. 00:00 - Introduction Today we welcome Jay Jenkins. Jay is Principal in charge of Higher Education and Operations at May Architecture. We invited him to the studio to learn about building a team that’s equipped to handle the unique challenges of college and university construction. Jay points out that colleges and universities …

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The Risk in Failing to Act | 5 Minute Friday 6:34

4M ago6:34

6:34

Can you think of a more difficult decision than the one that President Truman had to make in 1945? We can’t Sometimes sitting still and not doing anything is the riskiest thing to do. Tyler recalls a conversation with friend of the show Henry Nutt III. Henry recounted a situation where his boss left him in a room and told him to sit tight until the…

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Best Clips! 1 year podcast Anniversary 47:59

4M ago47:59

47:59

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this special anniversary episode, we're celebrating one year of insightful conversations with millwork industry experts. Join us as we revisit some of the top moments from the past year, featuring engaging discussions on engineering, project management, new technologies, recruiting challenges, and more. We'l…

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To Buy or Not To Buy, That Is the Question (ft. Rob Coakley) 1:03:03

4M ago1:03:03

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Check out this link to learn more about the tools discussed in this episode. 00:00 - Introduction Rob Coakley is the equipment manager at Lithko Contracting. He’s here today to discuss a decision familiar to every construction business owner: to rent or to buy. Rob shares some of Lithko’s history in order to set the stage for the complexity of the …

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Be a Bright Spot | 5 Minute Friday 3:41

4M ago3:41

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You are surrounded by people. You’ll be affecting these people in one way or another. You can choose what that effect will be. You can treat them kindly. You can show them grace. Or you can step on them. You can rip on them. You can take advantage of them. Today Eddie encourages you to be an encouraging presence in the lives of the people around yo…

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Solo Sessions with Jacob: Handling large projects efficiently when your drafting capacity is limited 24:24

4M ago24:24

24:24

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this solo episode of Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast, host Jacob Edmond dives into the challenges of handling large submittals efficiently when facing limited drafting capacity. Drawing on his extensive experience in commercial millwork engineering management, Jacob shares valuable insights on understa…

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Jiu-jitsu, Career Advice, and Lots of Laughs 1:04:39

4M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

00:00 - Introduction We’ve doubled our Tyler count today by inviting Tyler Williams to the studio. We start with some car talk: plug-in hybrids, 81 Chevies, and manual F-150s. Tyler W says he’s not loaded, but he’s keeping his eyes open for used trucks anyway. Everything is for sale. Eddie flashes back to being stranded in banjo country in his Brow…

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Endless Good | 5 Minute Friday 5:11

4M ago5:11

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This week Tyler hits us with a quote from Ronald Reagan: “There is no limit to the amount of good you can do if you don’t care who gets the credit.” Tyler thinks this quote is one that has incredible relevance to the construction industry. Eddie points out that this is a trait of good leadership, but he does slightly counter Tyler’s commentary. Edd…

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Behind the Design: Tony Wills’ Path to Inventing ButtonFix 1:02:15

4M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode our host Jacob Edmond welcomes Tony Wills, Director at Button Fix. Join us as Tony shares captivating insights into his remarkable career journey in product design, from his early experiences at Brighton Polytechnic and the Royal College of Art to his founding of TAG Design Partnership and subse…

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The E-Myth 51:24

4M ago51:24

51:24

00:00 - Introduction We open with coffee talk today–and sugar intake, including some beverage shortcuts. Tyler calls it cheaping out; Eddie calls it hillbilly lemonade. We also reminisce about our favorite waitress, 4’10” Miss Connie with the beehive haircut. Oh yeah, also pickle races. Poor Miss Connie. 08:05 - Entrepreneurship: A Good Idea? A few…

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Read Books | 5 Minute Friday 9:42

4M ago9:42

9:42

Today’s PSA: You should read more. And here’s Eddie’s claim: Reading an hour a day will put you at the top of your field within 10 years. What’s that you say? You don’t like to read? Eddie points out that Spotify Premium now has audiobooks. There’s also Audible, Libby (through your local library), and other audiobook apps. Eddie shares that he’s on…

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