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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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Enter the transformative world of AI, chatbots, and modern learning with the EduBot Insights Podcast. Hosted by Kurt Warner, founder of LBM Consulting, each episode unravels the mysteries of how technology is reshaping our educational landscape. From personal anecdotes to expert insights, we explore the magic of AI in eLearning and its potential for the future. Whether you're an educator, an AI enthusiast, or someone curious about the digital evolution of learning, join us as we navigate the ...
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The official podcast of BlueTape. Join us for the latest in the construction industry and interviews with experts in construction and fintech. Learn more about financing options for construction businesses, growing your businesses, and much more tips and insightful info. For more information, visit BlueTape.com
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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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Changing the Air: How Healthy Living is Transforming Construction
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While many green initiatives have focused on the environment, Andy Pace's focus is a little closer to home. Through the Green Design Center and the Change the Air Foundation, Andy Pace has concentrated on making sure our homes provide healthy environments for all, from the builders who construct our homes to the families who live in them. You can l…
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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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393 :: Up In The Air: A Cinematic Leadership Analysis with George Clooney, Anna Kendrick, Joel Stevens and Matt Potter
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In episode 393, Human Resources expert Joel Stevens joins returning guest / movie guru Matt Potter (ep. 302: Elf, 233: Glengarry Glen Ross, 173: Tommy Boy) to break down the key leadership scenes in the 2009 film, Up In The Air, which earned six Acadamy Award nominations. Here's IMDB's storyline: Ryan Bingham (George Clooney) enjoys living out of a…
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392 :: Bill Ness, Founder of 55places.com on Attracting Awareness and Delivering Value Online
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In episode 392, Bill Ness, founder of 55places.com, joins The Construction Leadership Podcast to share his journey from new home sales consultant at Del Webb to launching the premier destination for active adults searching for a new home. Bill Ness discusses: His initial steps from original insight to early implementation The sales pitch that chang…
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391 :: Wes Palmisano: Renegade Culture Challenging The Status Quo
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In episode 391, Wes Palmisano joins The Construction Leadership Podcast from New Orleans to talk about how renegade thinking drives revolutionary results. For over a decade, Wes has pursued a new vision of the construction industry through his collective of brands and initiatives. Wes launched Palmisano Construction in 2013 with 11 team members and…
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390 :: Jon Vaughan Emergency Pod: Brad Jacobs & QXO Venture into Building Materials
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Brad Jacobs is venturing into building materials distribution with a new firm branded QXO. His initial forecast is $1B in revenue in Year 1 and at least $5B within three years. How, you may ask, does he plan to do that? Well, he wrote on book on it, humbly titled, How to Make a Few Billion Dollars, which I would absolutely recommend to a friend. Up…
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389 :: Steve Swinney, Founder and CEO of Kodiak Building Partners
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In episode 389, Steve Swinney, CEO of Kodiak Building Partners, joins the show. Steve and Bradley discuss how Kodiak integrates new companies following an acquisition, how to develop trust with authenticity, intention, and speed—and how Steve would improve the long-standing culture of mediocrity within the greatest NFL franchise of all-time, the Ch…
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388 :: Amber Percival: On Selling Her 2nd Generation Fire Business & Negotiating Core Values
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In episode 388, Amber Percival joins the Construction Leadership Podcast to discuss the recent sale of her second generation hearth distribution business, Urban Hearth, based on Perth, Ontario. Amber candidly shares insights on her negotiation tactics, concessions, mindset during the 1.5-year process, the challenges of secrecy among the people in t…
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Staying Nimble: How to Box the Big-Box LBM Stores
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Trying to stay on your feet in the LBM supplier ring while facing off against the big guys? Our guests this week are two marketing experts from Lenker: John Lenker, founder and Chief Vision Officer, and Assaf Arie, partner and Chief Executive Officer. Join us as we discuss how small- to medium-sized LBM suppliers can be flexible, competitive, and u…
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387 :: Hamilton Nolan on The Hammer: Power, Inequality, and The Struggle for the Soul of Labor
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In episode 387, journalist Hamilton Nolan joins the show to talk about his new book, The Hammer: Power, Inequality, and The Struggle for the Soul of Labor. Hamilton Nolan is a labor journalist who writes regularly for In These Times magazine and The Guardian. He has written about labor, politics, and class war for The New York Times, the Washington…
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386 :: Farrell Middleton :: Navigating The Bell Curve of Life
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In episode 386, Farrell Middleton joins the show to talk about his home building career and the insights he's learned along the way regarding management, leadership, and how to navigate the Bell Curve of Life. After a successful 36-year career in production homebuilding, Farrell moved into his long-awaited second career as a teacher, mentor, life c…
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385 :: David Ling, President of Beisser Lumber and the Beisser Bowl OG
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In episode 385, David Ling, President of Beisser Lumber in Iowa joins the show to talk innovation, continuous improvement, and the value of an outside perspective. And! As we anticipate Super Bowl LVIII between the 49ers and the Chiefs (please win, Niners, please . . .), David shares a unique and engaging way Beisser Lumber brought the construction…
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AI Unleashed: From Spark to Success in Any Business
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In this episode of 'EduBot Insights,' hosted by Kurt Warner, we delve into the revolutionary intersection of AI and business innovation. With a focus on how artificial intelligence is reshaping entrepreneurship, we narrate the journey of a fictional entrepreneur, Alex Johnson, who leverages AI to launch a groundbreaking online fitness platform, Fit…
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384 :: Construction Leadership Game Show featuring Mario Hernandez (PrimeSource), Jamie Dabbs (TD Industries), and Stewart Shurtleff (Osburn Contractors)
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In episode 384, Mario Hernandez, Director of Business Planning Analytics at PrimeSource Building Products—hosting us all in their PrimeSource Studios in Dallas!—is joined by Jamie Dabbs, Vice President of Safety, Health & Environmental at TDIndustries, Inc., and Stewart Shurtleff, Chief Legal Officer of Osburn Contractors and host of the 17Twenty P…
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Building Your Brand: A Contractor's Guide to Marketing in Construction
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If you're a contractor or builder, do you need to worry about having a brand? Rick Butler and Elizabeth Hagale of BlueTape sat down to speak with two marketing experts from Lenker: John Lenker, founder and Chief Vision Officer, and Assaf Arie, partner and Chief Executive Officer. From high-level strategizing to producing creative ad campaigns, John…
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383 :: Fred Perpall, CEO of The Beck Group and President of the United States Golf Association (USGA) with Co-Host Meloni Raney, CEO of the TEXO Association
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In episode 383, we dig deep into the archives to retrieve what was thought to be lost: An epic 2018 interview with a pair of construction industry superstars, Fred Perpall and Meloni Raney. As CEO of The Beck Group, Perpall leads the firm’s global architecture, planning, real estate consultancy, and construction businesses. He began his career in d…
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Reducing Buyer's Remorse in Digital eLearning
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In this installment of 'EduBot Insights,' we look at the psychology of buyer's remorse and its impact on the digital eLearning environment. We explore practical strategies for creating more engaging and confidence-inspiring digital purchase experiences, emphasizing the vital role of AI in personalizing these interactions. This episode discusses the…
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382 :: Ray Hayles, Co-Owner at Walker Lumber & Supply on the First Rule of Leadership and Second Chances
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In episode 382, Bradley is joined by Ray Hayles, Co-Owner of Walker Lumber & Supply in Nashville. Ray shares his remarkable journey from the gridion of SMU, to buying out his father's company, growing it, and then selling it . . . only to find the financial independence he was searching for all along didn't bring him fulfillment. The search for cam…
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Unveiling AI's Potential in Lead Generation: Boon or Bane for Your Business?
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In this episode of 'EduBot Insights,' we examine AI and its pivotal role in reshaping business lead-generation strategies. Explore how AI is a technological advancement and a game-changer in how businesses identify and engage potential customers. This episode looks at the multifaceted impact of AI, from its efficiency in data analysis to the creati…
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Transforming Business with AI: From Canvas to Code - The EduBot Insights Journey
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In this engaging episode of 'EduBot Insights,' join us on a journey from personal struggles in art class to the cutting-edge world of AI in business. Discover how AI is not just an advancement in technology but a transformative force reshaping business strategies and operations. This episode dives into the practical uses of AI, from predictive anal…
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381 :: Nick Milestone on the Evolution of Mass Timber
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In episode 381, Bradley is joined by Nick Milestone, Director at Mercer Mass Timber. They discuss Nick's transition from steel to mass timber construction, which was driven by the desire to build on his grandfather's legacy, and an openness to exploring new avenues in construction. Nick also identifies key disruptions in the construction industry, …
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AI Revolution in Business: Navigating the Future with EduBot Insights
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In this episode of 'EduBot Insights,' we explore AI's revolutionary role in business. Discover how artificial intelligence reshapes and fundamentally redefines strategic approaches across diverse industries. This episode delves deep into the practical and transformative applications of AI tools like chatbots and predictive analytics, from revolutio…
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380 :: Leadership Lessons Through the Lens of Sport with Jon Vaughan
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In episode 380, Jon Vaughan returns to the show to discuss leadership and management fundamentals to help you in 2024 through the lens of sport. Jon and Bradley discuss Iowa football and the sad, unsurprising conclusion to the saga featuring Offensive Coordinator Brian Ferentz (son of legendary Head Coach Kirk Ferentz). Since recording this episode…
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379 :: Three Great Quotes to Live By From My Mentor, Charlie Munger
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In episode 379, Bradley shares a trio of insights delivered by one of his mentors, Charlie Munger. Charlie was Warren Buffett's longtime #2 at Berkshire Hathaway. Munger passed away on November 28th, at the age of 99. This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® which will organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of cu…
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378 :: John Perna, President and CEO of Hamilton Building Supply on Building Youthful, Vibrant Teams
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In episode 378, Bradley is joined by John Perna, CEO of Hamilton Building Supply. They discuss John's perspective on talent acquisition, fostering innovation, and maintaining a positive work culture despite the challenges of the construction industry. John shares how Hamilton Building Supply manages to balance ambitious goals while ensuring a fun w…
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AI: The Catalyst for Business Transformation
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In this episode of 'EduBot Insights,' we dive into the transformative world of AI in business, exploring how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries and redefining strategic approaches. Delve into the impact of AI-driven business strategies across various sectors, from human resources to customer service, and discover how AI tools lik…
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377 :: Tyler Berns, Partner at Birch Construction on The Thirst for Differentiation
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In episode 377, Bradley is joined by Tyler Berns, Partner at Birch Construction in Dallas, Texas. Berns recounts his journey in the construction industry, beginning with his mentor's advice which led him to specialize in pre-construction. Despite initially dismissing business development, he eventually embraced it as an integral part of the industr…
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