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Welcome to "The Profit Builder Unscripted" - a podcast dedicated to helping construction industry leaders transform their businesses and rediscover the passion in their work. This show is tailored for construction business owners and leaders who are looking to boost their bottom line, develop strong, ownership-driven teams, and revitalize their love for the craft. Each episode of "The Profit Builder Unscripted" dives into the critical aspects of growing and managing a profitable construction ...
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During our recent podcast production, I noticed an issue arising and instinctively wanted to micromanage my team's response. Thankfully, I recognized this impulse and chose a different approach. Our latest episode, "How to Stop Micromanaging," explores how this shift in my mindset led to an unexpected outcome. Not only did we find a superior soluti…
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Ever felt lost as a manager, focusing too much on tasks instead of results? You're not alone. In this episode of "Results vs. Tasks - Your Key to Freedom," I share my journey from being a micromanager to a results-focused leader. This change made a big difference in my work and life! I'll talk about the problems I faced at first and how a key conve…
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Struggling with inconsistent project results? Greg Rehm from Liberty Hill Construction reveals the game-changing solution: an effective job hand-off process. In this must-listen podcast episode, Greg shares how focusing on job handoffs transformed his company, leading to: Improved project consistency Enhanced employee accountability Increased produ…
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Have you ever found yourself constantly micromanaging your team? I’ve been there, too. In this episode, I share my journey of stepping back and training my team to take real ownership of their work by properly using the tools we have. Listen in to discover how this shift improved our workflow and how you can help your own team become more self-suff…
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This interview with the son of a serviceman and fellow contractor is both inspirational and moving, highlighting how excellence and compassion can guide us. Roger shares the journey of his father, who learned his craft in the military and went on to start his own business, embodying these values through it all. As we prepare to celebrate our nation…
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How Schedules Can Make or Break a project
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Ever jumped into a project without a solid plan and found yourself tangled in chaos? In this episode, I share a personal story about a chaotic project and how a well-thought-out plan turned things around. Join me as I uncover the lessons learned, the bumps along the way, and how a clear schedule helped us have the project run more smoothly. Tune in…
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The Graceful Path to Having Hard Conversations
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Recently, I found myself hesitating to have a tough conversation with someone on my team. Things were not getting done as planned, and I began to make assumptions about what the issue might be. I really like this person and didn't want to pressure her, knowing she was very busy. But I knew I couldn't let it go on. As we talked, I realized my assump…
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Team Accountability and Making SMART Agreements
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In the last few weeks, I faced a challenge with my team where changes I implemented didn't stick. I realized there were 2 things at the core of the problem… Lack of clear accountability, and lack of specific outcomes. By assigning one person on my team to own the project, then setting measurable goals, things started to improve immediately! This ex…
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In this podcast episode, I dive into the challenge of delegating well to our teams. Last week, I asked my team to take on a bigger leadership role, only to realize I was still holding on to control. This journey taught me the importance of clear communication and trust in delegation. I learned to set clear intentions and outcomes, which led to incr…
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I recently made some big changes in how I manage my team, aiming to empower them by stepping back a bit. Through this process, I learned the importance of not just delegating tasks but clearly sharing the goals and intentions behind them. This has helped me trust my team more deeply and avoid micromanaging, allowing them to take true ownership of t…
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This week I launched a new podcast titled “The Profit Builder Unscripted” and I will no longer be producing a weekly blog. This change is way more than a shift in platforms! This podcast is about being more real and connecting with you in ways that speak more to our shared humanity, and the journey of being business owners and leaders. It’s about f…
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