Thomas Edison said, "Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration." This show interviews hard-working construction company owners and executives who share their wisdom, perspectives, and lessons learned from decades of experience bidding, planning, and building profitable projects. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, conflict resolution, niche identification, succession planning, talent management, business development, and business growth. Industry expert, Eric Anderton also shares ...
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Carrots Over Sticks: How to Incentivize Labor to Hit Budget and Schedule
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In this episode of Construction Genius Podcast, We take a close look into the mind behind yet another thriving industry expert, Michael Fortinberry, co-founder and COO at Protiv. Throughout the conversation, we discuss the connection between motivation and brain, communication and teamwork, the pillars of successful company culture, incentives and …
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Constructing Success: Ryce Elliott's Blueprint for Leadership and Life Beyond the Build
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In this episode of Construction Genius Podcast, we explore another inspiring career journey of someone who spent most of their life in the construction industry and possesses a wide range of expertise and knowledge of it. We discuss how you should make clear communication happen between generations, how you should give people opportunities to make …
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Balancing Act: Navigating Construction Risks and Exploring AI's Role and Limits
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This week on the Construction Genius Podcast, we explore the risk aspects of projects in the construction world, where the contractors have to be extra vigilant on the first 100 pages of a tender specification document, and how AI can help you make the process easier with our guest, Melvin Newman. Melvin Newman is the President/CTO of PataBid Tende…
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Hiring in Construction: 6 Myths Debunked & Modern Strategies with Paul Sanneman
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In this episode of the Construction Genius Podcast, we try to look beyond the surface of the hiring process, where people get into trouble for certain beliefs that hold no validity in modern times. We make sure you get a thorough knowledge of the process of hiring with the newest technologies with Paul Sanneman. Paul Sanneman is the founder of Drea…
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A Guide to Strategic Planning with Chad Prinkey
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In this episode of Construction Genius Podcast, we explore the ins and outs of strategic planning, where organizations tend to make decisions about their organizational growth and how to get there. We see to it that you understand the importance of owners on clarity, honesty about your financial goals, the flaws of owners that need to be remedied, …
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From Pain to Profit: Making Your Business a Joyful Success with Mike Paton
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Delving headfirst into the entrepreneurial world, where people struggle with maintaining passion, Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®) and mistakes, trust issues vs. performance issues, being a great leader and a manager, and creating change rather than waiting for it to happen. Let’s take a careful look beyond the surface of the entrepreneuria…
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AI Assistants In Construction: Enhancing Efficiency And Creativity
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How can you reduce the amount of time it takes to do a takeoff from two days to 20 minutes? In today’s discussion, let’s open our windows towards the future where AI Assistants can make most impossible things to do become possible to do. In this episode, Marty Cornish, the founder and CEO of Workpack, shares the value of AI Assistants in the constr…
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The 4th Paradigm Of Construction Scheduling
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Today’s guest is the founder of ALICE Technologies, who obtained his PH.D. in artificial intelligence applications for construction as a Charles H. Leavell fellow at Stanford University. René Morkos identifies the four paradigms of construction scheduling and talks about how ALICE Technologies built the Fourth Paradigm. He also explains how the 4th…
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Capital College And Career Academy: The Future Of Construction Education Is Here
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2023 was a significant year for the educational sphere. Today, we get a future glimpse of construction education with the Founder and Director of Capital College & Career Academy, Kevin Dobson. In this episode, he brings some of his freshmen students who share experiences on studying construction and provide feedback on their ongoing classes. As th…
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Sales Management That Works: How to Sell in a World that Never Stops Changing
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Welcome to Construction Genius. Today's guest is Frank Cespedes, a Harvard Business School professor and former managing partner at a Professional Services firm. With extensive experience in go-to-market strategy globally, he's also contributed to prestigious publications like Harvard Business Review and the Wall Street Journal. Frank joins the sho…
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The Game Plan: Leadership Lessons From The Field To The Office With Les O’Hara
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Managing a business team is pretty much like handling a sports team. That’s why former football coach Les O’Hara now applies his game plan on the field to creating high-performing professional teams. Joining Eric Anderton, he shares how he applies football concepts and lessons to the construction business, which results in better teamwork and highl…
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From Bid To Build: Revolutionizing Construction Through Strategic Process Management With Moustafa Moursy
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Process improvement holds significant potential for enhancing the profitability of your construction business, and the cherry on top is that it is where you have the most amount of control. Join Eric Anderton and guest, Moustafa Moursy of Push Analytics, as they explore the fundamental concepts of strategic process management and how they can revol…
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Beyond Aesthetics: How Great Design Shapes And Transforms The Built Environment With Blima Ehrentreu
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A good construction project is not just about the looks. It goes beyond aesthetics, strategically marrying form and function together. Eric Anderton sits down with Blima Ehrentreu, Founder/CEO of The Designers Group, to discuss the transformative power of a purpose-driven design. She discusses the major differences between good and bad designs, as …
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Brick By Digital Brick: A Construction CEO’s Guide To Building A Strong Social Media Foundation With Emma Tessler
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Having a strong presence on social media isn’t just about physical structures, but about creating genuine connections that set the groundwork for success in the digital era. In this episode, we have Emma Tessler, founder of Ninety Five Media, reveal the construction CEO’s guide to building a strong social media foundation. Discover why diversifying…
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A Blueprint For The Future: Navigating AI's Role In Revolutionizing Construction With Daniel Hewson
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As we enter an age of rapid digital transformation, we can no longer hold off AI from entering the way we do our business. Construction is not an exception. How do we navigate this AI revolution? In this episode, Eric Anderton is with Daniel Hewson, the data capability manager at Elecosoft where he oversees the development of overall data and AI st…
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Building A Strong Team With Scalable Processes And Direct Communication With Sean Hamilton
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Building a powerhouse team begins with clear communication, scalable processes, and the courage to address challenges head-on. Build not just a team, but a legacy of success through direct and effective leadership. In this episode, we have Sean Hamilton to discuss how to build a strong team, with scalable processes and direct communication. From de…
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Bentleys And Helicopters: A Wild Ride From Carpenter To CEO With Charlie Fitzgibbon
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A carpenter becoming a CEO shows how resilience, ambition, and staying true to one's purpose can lead to transformation. In this episode, we have Charlie Fitzgibbon, a former school-goer who initially didn't want to go, who now works as a carpenter and runs a successful construction company, Edinburgh Construction. Today, he shares his journey with…
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Avoid Boeing Blunders: How To Use Systems Thinking To Identify And Eliminate Quality Issues With Matthew Kleiman
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In the construction landscape, quality is not a luxury but a necessity for you to have an edge against your competitors. Prioritizing your quality brings a multitude of benefits to your business and customers. In this episode, Matthew Kleiman, the co-founder & CEO of Cumulus Digital Systems, explains how construction business owners use systems thi…
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How To Overcome Schedule Delays Through Understanding, Discipline, And Communication With Michael Pink
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Time is money, and it is a non-renewable resource. Due to mismanagement with our schedules, it costs us so much in our business. But why do people struggle so much in managing schedules to complete a job on time? In this episode, Michael Pink, Chief Executive Officer of SmartPM, talks about the key to overcoming construction schedule delays. He als…
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Contech 2024: The Current State Of Construction Technology With Gonzalo Galindo
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Construction is not just about building. It's leading a revolution in how we create, innovate, and redefine progress. In this episode, Gonzalo Galindo, the CEO of Cemex Ventures, discusses the current status and future trends of Contech. Join us as he shows where technology will revolutionize construction, including supply chain efficiency, sustain…
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Navigating Risk And Reward: Mastering The Art Of Construction Estimating With Melvin Newman
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Have you ever bit on a project where you thought, "I nailed the schedule here," then you get going and you understand that you made a lot of mistakes that have a massive impact on your profitability? It happens a lot in construction. It doesn't mean you're a bad person, but it does mean that you need to do a much better job in construction estimati…
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The Power Of Pivot Stories: How Embracing Human Flaws Transforms Marketing With Mike Snyder
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Transform your marketing by embracing human flaws and crafting pivot stories that captivate hearts, build trust, and redefine success. In this episode, Mike Synder, partner at Raptor USA and co-author of The Great Marketing Lie, discusses approaching marketing with a unique perspective—how embracing human flaws and the art of storytelling can lead …
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Managing Cash And Crews: Surviving A Recession In The Construction Industry
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Building a resilient construction business is not about surviving the storm, it's about managing cash and crews to thrive through any challenge, even a recession. In this episode, Scott Peper joins us to discover the challenges and opportunities faced by the construction industry, especially in the turbulent waters of a recession. Scott explores th…
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The Triple Bottom Line: People, Planet, Profit With Jonathan Orpin
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Business can be an opportunity to help bring change, that is, if you know where to focus. This is where the triple bottom line principle comes in, and our guest today lives it to the last letter. In this episode of Construction Genius, Jonathan Orpin, founder of New Energy Works and Pioneer Millworks, shares how people, planet, and profit form the …
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The Eight Habits Of A Highly Effective Safety Culture With Rod Courtney
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No one is perfect, and everyone is bound to commit mistakes in the workplace. But you’ll see a difference when you have a Safety Cop, securing a safe place to fail. Rod Courtney, a Certified Safety Technician, brings us The 8 Habits of a Highly Effective Safety Culture to guide organizations in establishing a safety culture. In this episode, Rod’s …
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Transforming Silicon Valley: How Blach Construction Leads With Design-Build And Prefab Innovation With Dan Rogers
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Blach Construction is rewriting the blueprint of Silicon Valley, marrying design-build expertise with prefab innovation to redefine how we build our future. In this episode, we sit down with Dan Rogers, President of Blach Construction, a pioneering force in the world of design-build and prefab innovation. Dan is here to reveal the secrets behind Bl…
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Debunking The Myths Of Intuition In Hiring: A Data-Driven Approach With Jonathan Porter-Whistman
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It is easy to depend on your gut feeling when hiring people into your team, but you cannot always do that. Joining Eric Anderton is Jonathan Porter-Whistman, CEO of PerceptionPredict.ai and WhoHire.com, who debunks the biggest myths of intuition surrounding the most common hiring practices. Jonathan explores the high risks of recruiting incompatibl…
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Real, Relevant, Relatable: A Guide To Defining And Articulating Your Brand Identity With Tim Leon
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Your brand identity is your unique claim of distinction. Therefore, you and your entire team must have clarity on how you want to present it to your target market for it to be truly meaningful and impactful. Eric Anderton chats with Tim Leon, President of Geile/Leon Marketing Communications, about the many things to consider when establishing and m…
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Seven Touches: Simple Steps To Consistent Sales Success In Construction With Neil Rogers
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No one dislikes consistent sales in their business. But what makes successful sales consistent in construction? Today, ripping off the walls behind his secrets in sales, Neil Rogers, the author of Bar Tips: Everything I Learned in Sales, I Learned Behind the Bar, explains the importance of having and defining the sales process. He also shares the s…
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Uncovering, Embracing, And Leveraging Your Unique Genius
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Your genius is something you do better than other people. Identifying it is vital in your business because it brings so much value. In this episode, host Eric Anderton flies solo to bring light on how you, as a construction business owner, uncover, embrace, and leverage your unique genius. Only by doing that can you influence your company’s success…
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Hard Hats And Handshakes: How To Hire And Manage Business Development Pros With David Hernandez
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Unlock the true potential of your construction business! Maximize your construction business potential by mastering hiring and management, leading with purpose, and turning networking events into growth opportunities. In this episode, we have David Hernandez, head of U.S. operations for Elecosoft, explore three crucial topics that can revolutionize…
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Freedom! How To Remove Yourself From The Center Of Your Business With Dawn Bloomer
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Today's guest spent years as a vet, but she will surely provide tremendous value in the construction industry. In this episode, Dawn Bloomer, the founder of Productive PressureTM, shares her insights on structuring your deal team in acquiring businesses and how to remove yourself from the center of your business to position it at an advantage once …
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Turning Failure Into Fuel: Leading Your Direct Reports When Things Go Wrong
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Failure isn't the end; it's your pathway to progress. Embrace it, learn from it, and let it fuel your journey towards success. In this compelling episode, host Eric Anderton welcomes empathic keynote speaker, writer, and coach Erin Thorpe. Today, Erin brings a refreshing perspective on how to navigate failure, both as a leader and as a team member.…
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Awkward Adolescent No Longer: How Modular Construction Is Coming Of Age
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The future of construction is modular, sustainable, and ready to evolve. Modular construction is transforming the way we build, addressing a housing deficit of over 7 million units with innovative solutions. In this episode, Roger Krulak, Founder and President of FullStack Modular, explores how modular construction is evolving into a mature player …
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Avoid The Succession Sinkhole: Winning Strategies From Disney's Leadership Missteps
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When all is said and done, where do you see your construction business going next succession-wise? This question is not at all very easy to answer; in fact, even the great ones fumble over their succession planning like Disney. The good thing is that we’re here to learn from their mistakes. In this episode, Eric Anderton flies solo to break down th…
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The Art Of Construction Selling: Focus On Relationships, Win More Projects With Tom Reber
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Many salespeople in the construction space often see themselves as builders instead of sellers. Because of this mindset, many fall short of achieving success in construction selling as they are only focusing on low-hanging fruits. Eric Anderton sits down with Tom Reber, Founder of The Contractor Fight, to discuss the best strategies for winning mor…
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From Transactional To Transformational: How Appreciation Elevates Construction Teams
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An effective team has the strongest bond and connection. Appreciation is the sugar that sweetens the relationship within your team. In this episode, Jesse Hernandez, the Author of Becoming the Promise You Are Intended to Be, tackles how a systematized appreciation helps elevate construction teams. Building your relational capital requires a mindset…
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From Burnout To Breakthrough: Reigniting Passion And Preparing The Next Generation In The Family Construction Business
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Working for a multi-billion-dollar construction or a small family business has pros and cons. But what is the difference between these types of companies? In this episode, Joel Lipsky, the President of Lipsky Construction, brings light to reigniting passion and preparing the next generation in the family construction business. He also shares how he…
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Equipment Rental Done Right: Simple Strategies For Asset Tracking And Cost Reduction With Jason Perez
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Mastering equipment utilization is the key to unlocking construction success. Strategies for asset tracking and cost reduction can pave the way for maximum productivity and profit. In this episode, we are joined by Jason Perez, the co-founder and CEO of Yards, an authority on rental equipment utilization. Jason discusses the key factors of effectiv…
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A peacock spreads its tail to attract a peahen. You can also apply that same concept of mating in attracting the right people into your business. Today, Ryan Englin, the CEO of Core Matters, dives into attracting, hiring better people faster, and retaining great talent for your construction business to prosper. It is valuable to be clear with your …
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Building Blocks & Stumbling Stones: The Challenge Of Running A Construction Company
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Building blocks shape the foundation of a construction company while stumbling stones reveal the path to success. In this episode, our guest is Oliver Fernandez, a construction company owner that has completed over $100M worth of construction projects. Oliver discusses the building blocks and stumbling stones of running a construction company. He s…
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Predictable Profit: How To Develop Effective Project Managers With Kyle Nitchen
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Transforming project managers into influential leaders is the cornerstone of predictable profit in construction. In this episode, host Eric Anderton sits with Kyle Nitchen, who launched “The Influential Project Manager”. Together, they discover the secrets of transforming ordinary project managers into influential leaders who consistently deliver o…
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Piling Up Profit: Powerful Strategies For Construction Business Owners
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Building a profitable construction business and maximizing profits in any market can be challenging. However, some strategies and principles can help business owners achieve profit goals. Today, we will explore what profit first strategy is. Susanne Mariga, the CEO of The Mariga Group, identifies powerful strategies for building a profitable constr…
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Bricks, Mortar, And AI: Could ChatGPT Be The Key To Unlocking New Efficiencies In Construction? With Robert Salvador
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Artificial Intelligence has become a powerful ally to many industries, and the construction business is no exception. It has become a weapon that conquers inefficiencies and unlocks new business possibilities. In this episode, Robert Salvador, the CEO of DigiBuild Software, explores the value of AI and navigates the ins and outs of ChatGPT in const…
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Revolutionizing Multifamily Construction: How Norhart Achieved 20-30% Cost Reductions And Transformed The Industry With Mike Kaeding
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The real cost-cutter may not be what you think. In this episode, our special guest is Mike Kaeding, the CEO of Norhart, who is revolutionizing the multifamily market with their groundbreaking approach to construction projects. Mike's unwavering commitment to placing the right people in the right positions led him to hire a remarkable team of 16 in-…
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How To Stop Chasing Work And Start Targeting the Right Projects In Prime Locations With Great Clients With Chloe Smith
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In a fast-paced business environment, the fear of missing out on the perfect project that aligns with a company's specialty and growth objectives is a common concern for business development professionals. However, Chloe Smith, the CEO and Co-founder of Mercator AI, offers a solution to this challenge and for you to stop chasing work and target the…
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Summer Of Skills: The Heavy Metal Experience And The Future Of The Building Trades
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Within the construction industry lies a vast realm of untapped opportunities, awaiting those who dare to venture beyond the familiar. Get ready to rock out in this exhilarating episode! Come explore with us the universe of heavy metal – not the music, but a thrilling project that is transforming the construction industry and shifting our perception…
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Establishing A Safety Culture: The Importance Of Near Miss Reports In Mitigating Incidents With Terry Dussault
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Is it possible to achieve a flawless execution? That may seem impossible, but that should be the construction business's goal. In this episode, Terry Dussault, the founder of Yellowknife Consulting Services, highlights the value of establishing a safety culture to mitigate incidents. He differentiates a safety program from a safety culture. Terry a…
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The Art Of Saying "No" And Other Leadership Strategies
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In this insightful interview, Bradley engages Eric Anderton in a conversation about his journey, his leadership philosophy, and the strategies he employs to help construction leaders maximize their potential. Eric shares his unique EAR (Encouragement, Accountability, Recognition) framework for effective leadership communication, discusses the impor…
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Nail Your Estimates: How To Use Information, Creativity, And Collaboration To Win More Work With Melvin Newman
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Changing the game in estimating can be a pain in the neck but utilizing gathered information will help strategize and turn the tides in the business’ art of war. In this episode, Melvin Newman, the President of PataBid, accentuates some key points to nail your estimates and win the right projects, clients, and locations. He also captures the value …
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