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EPISODE 354: Are you tired of constantly putting out fires in your construction business? Does it feel like you’re always one step behind?
In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Brad Haubert, a home building industry expert since 1993.
Brad takes us through his journey from running a family-owned home building business to consulting for builders across North America. His mission? To help builders avoid costly mistakes that can lead to business failure.
We’ll explore the crucial role of pre-construction planning, why having systems and processes in place is a game-changer, and how the “Just Enough To Start” or the JETS trap can sabotage your projects. Plus, we’ll look into the future of home building, including the impact of AI and off-site construction.
Don't miss this episode–tune in now!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Brad Haubert (02:33)
Why some home building companies don’t grow (05:21)
The crucial role of pre-construction planning (07:47)
Why people do just enough to get started (13:01)
Avoid saying you don’t have time (17:19)
Common mistakes home builders make (20:05)
What kind of builder are you? (24:23)
Getting your team on board with new tech or processes (33:43)
Key questions to ask to uncover the root cause of a problem (37:03)
Importance of understanding the financials of a business (42:13)
Future of the home building industry (44:36)
Who is MarkSystems software for? (48:44)
Rapid-fire questions (51:09)
Additional Resources:
- Join our FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Brad Haubert
- Connect with Brad on LinkedIn HERE
- Visit Brad’s construction software company, ECI Solutions HERE
– Learn more about home building with Brad HERE
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EPISODE 353: Running a construction business with your spouse can be quite challenging, but Ashley and Andrea Fleschner of Fleschner Construction have mastered the art of building client trust through their partnership.
In this week’s episode, Ashley and Andrea reveal the secrets behind the success of Fleschner Construction and how trust has been a cornerstone in their success.
They discuss the strategies they’ve implemented to enhance client communication, streamline operations, and foster trust in their services.
Additionally, we talk about the impact of our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program on their business and family life, how the accountability chart and revenue maximizer work, and more.
Tune in now to learn how to strengthen your business relationships with clients and partners while working as a couple!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Andrea and Ashley Fleschner of Fleschner Construction (02:45)
Ashley’s journey from high-tech sales to construction (07:50)
Difference between commercial vs. residential design (13:49)
Principles in designing hotel lobbies (18:50)
Tips for married couples working together (24:59)
Keys to building and rebuilding trust with clients (29:49)
Impact of the Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program (34:19)
Advice for those still giving out free estimates (38:41)
Using the accountability chart and revenue maximizer (42:24)
Life and business after the SYCB program (46:59)
Having a positive community (51:22)
Final thoughts (57:11)
Additional Resources:
- Join our FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Check out Fleschner Construction:
- Connect with Fleschner Construction on Facebook HERE
- Visit their official page for more information HERE
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EPISODE 352: Do you feel like your business is growing but not necessarily increasing in value? Today’s guest learned it the hard way and now shares how he turned it around.
Meet Chris Lee, a seasoned construction and technology entrepreneur who started a contracting business in Austin.
Revenue was doubling year after year–everything looked perfect for Chris’s contracting business. But when it was time for him to sell it, he learned that it was worth far less than he had imagined.
In this week’s episode, Chris Lee shares the critical steps he took to transform his business, which was later acquired by Procore. He breaks down the biggest lessons he learned in creating a construction tech startup and the common accounting mistakes contractors must avoid.
Furthermore, he reveals some of the construction technology trends you need to watch out for, how to get your team on board with new technologies, and more.
Tune in now to learn how you can make your construction business not just bigger, but more valuable!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Lessons Chris Lee learned from selling his first business (03:05)
Why focus on operational efficiency and profitability (10:59)
From founding a construction tech startup to getting acquired (13:39)
Important lessons in mergers and acquisitions (17:38)
Launching CrewCost–the accounting software for construction (26:16)
Why construction should stop using Quickbooks (30:19)
Tips for implementing new technology (31:30)
The shiny object syndrome (35:50)
Trends in construction technology and AI (38:11)
Misconceptions in construction business (45:35)
Rapid-fire questions (48:40)
Episode wrap-up (52:47)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
- Sign up for CrewCost’s 30-day FREE trial HERE
- Simplify your contracts with Document Crunch HERE
- Improve your bookkeeping with Adaptive HERE
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EPISODE 351: Imagine waking up every morning feeling like you’re three hours behind. Your phone is ringing nonstop and you haven’t even had your first cup of coffee. Sounds familiar? For over 20 years, this was the daily grind for our guest as a seasoned construction business owner.
But everything changed when he joined our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program.
In this week’s episode, our Director of Customer Success, Leyah Hostetter, interviews Eric Brownson, owner of Sweet Homes of Colorado, a luxury home building company.
Today, Eric shares how he transformed his business from a reactive mess to a self-managing contracting business.
He discusses how the SYCB program not only helped him streamline his operations but also significantly improved his work-life balance.
Want to make your business run seamlessly without you?
Tune in now to discover how to set your construction business up for long-term success.
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Eric Brownson (02:26)
Challenges before the SYCB program (04:24)
The importance of pre-construction (08:55)
Most impactful lesson from the SYCB program (13:52)
Impact of delegating project management (15:52)
Eric’s life after joining the SYCB program (17:35)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Connect with Eric and his team
- Check out Sweet Homes of Colorado on Instagram HERE
- Visit their official website for more information HERE
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EPISODE 350: Is it really possible to double your revenue while cutting your work hours in half? Jacob Richmond didn’t believe it–until he made it happen.
In this week’s episode, I interview Jacob Richmond, owner of Richmond Construction, a general contracting company based in Washington specializing in custom homes and large additions.
Today, Jacob shares his journey from a labor-intensive role in commercial construction to becoming a strategic business owner who’s nearly doubled his revenue while cutting his work hours in half.
He recounts how a motorcycle accident and a lack of business systems in his early ventures led him to enroll in our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program.
Listen in as Jacob explains how implementing systems and processes allowed him to delegate effectively, focus on strategic growth, and achieve work-life balance.
If you’re ready to take your business to the next level without sacrificing your personal life, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Jacob Richmond and his construction journey (02:53)
Why Jacob left his business and went back to work (06:01)
Starting a construction business during the pandemic (12:39)
One piece of advice Jacob regrets ignoring (16:27)
Jacob’s pivotal moment that led him to enroll in SYCB (19:29)
Limiting beliefs that were holding Jacob back (23:07)
What it’s like inside the SYCB program (24:53)
3 key processes that transformed Jacob’s business (27:53)
Side effects of implementing systems and processes (33:39)
Life and business before and after SYCB (36:50)
Tips for effectively implementing systems and processes (44:10)
The power of accountability, setting goals, and saying no (48:27)
Final set of questions (55:50)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Connect with Richmond Construction’s team
- Follow them on Instagram and Facebook
- Visit their website for more information HERE
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 349: Are you tired of being chained to your desk, doing estimates, and feeling like your business can’t run without you?
It’s time to ditch the estimator hat once and for all and start putting on your CEO hat!
In this week’s episode, I’ll reveal a five-step process to help you construction business owners transition out of your estimating roles.
We’ll discuss why transitioning from free estimates to paid pre-construction services is crucial, how this shift can turn your construction business into a profit center, and common mistakes you should avoid.
If you’re a custom builder, remodeler, general contractor, or trade contractor who wants to get out of estimating and instead work on your business, this episode is packed with value to help you drive your business forward.
Let’s jump right in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Why do you want to get out of estimating (03:19)
Step #1: Solve your head trash (05:26)
Step #2: Stop giving out free estimates (13:43)
Step #3: Nail the handoff (19:04)
Step #4: Design the role of an estimator (24:43)
Step #5: Answer the WWIT question (28:24)
Final tips (30:49)
Additional Resources:
- Join our FREE Get Paid for Estimates Masterclass HERE
- Download the Get Out of Estimating Playbook HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 348: Do you find yourself working late into the night, constantly putting out fires in your construction business? This week’s episode might be just what you need.
Meet Travis Balcom, owner of TAB Construction LLC, a custom home-building company based in upstate New York. Travis shares his transformative journey from being the bottleneck in his business to implementing effective systems that empower his team.
After his wife's pregnancy with their first child, he realized he needed to change his approach after feeling overwhelmed and burnt out.
Travis realized he was the bottleneck in his business. Everything was in his head, and he needed to be involved in every aspect. This led to reactive mode, dealing with constant fires and working late nights to compensate for the lack of planning.
If you're feeling overwhelmed in your construction business and want to break free from being the bottleneck, tune in to learn how you can transform your operation into a well-oiled machine.
Key Takeaways:
Intro (00:00)
Travis introduces his custom home-building business (03:12)
Recognizing himself as the bottleneck in the business (10:55)
The negative effects of the "just enough to start" approach (12:54)
Implementing the "Big Five" system for daily tasks (15:02)
Importance of the "nail the handoff" process (23:28)
Delegating planning to the team closest to the problem (30:02)
Working on the business instead of in the business (41:18)
You can't manage people; you can only manage a process (51:48)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Check out Tab Construction LLC
- Follow on Instagram HERE
- Visit their website HERE for more information
Book Mentioned
The Gap and The Gain
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EPISODE 347: Running a construction business is tough. It even gets challenging when you’re doing it with your family. However, these two sisters found a way around to turn chaos into order.
In this week’s episode, I sit down with sisters Ashlee Mejia and Alexis Izquierdo of MDT Inc., a contracting firm based in Southern California and students of our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) Program.
They share their journey of transitioning from remodeling to larger-scale projects, using Instagram for marketing, and the crucial role of pre-construction planning.
We also dive into the challenges of working with family, their strategies for overcoming these, the impactful changes they’ve made to their business, and more.
Tune in now to learn how you can transform your family-owned construction business into a success!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Ashlee and Alexis from MDT Inc. (02:52)
How they got into the construction industry (04:13)
From corporate to entrepreneurship (09:34)
Common Instagram marketing mistakes (15:28)
Effective social media marketing strategies (17:40)
Symptoms of lack of business structure (24:26)
Dealing with profit bleeds and free estimates (26:51)
Challenges in implementing systems and processes (29:25)
Benefits of pre-construction planning (30:57)
Most impactful changes made in the business (37:22)
How MDT Inc. looks now (42:43)
Advice for those who are working ON their business (50:14)
Life after systematizing their construction business (53:23)
Rapid fire questions answered (1:00:58)
Final advice (1:03:24)
Keep up with Ashlee and Alexis (1:06:06)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Check out MDT Inc.
- Follow MDT Inc. on Instagram HERE
- Visit their website HERE for more information
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EPISODE 346: Are you tired of the chaos in your construction business? Do you wake up at night worrying about project management and cash flow? Today’s guest might have the solution you need.
Meet Eric Fortenberry, the founder and CEO of JobTread, an all-in-one construction project management software for builders and contractors.
Today, Eric shares his journey from transforming a chaotic construction company into an organized, scalable operation using systematization and technology.
Learn how to implement real-time cost management, use templates to streamline operations, get your team on board with new technology, and more
Ready to take control of your business and turn it into a well-oiled machine?
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
From software to construction (02:05)
How Eric Fortenberry started JobTread (06:36)
What happens when you don’t manage your cash flow effectively (13:09)
Stop digging yourself out of a hole (16:39)
Acknowledge and take action (21:30)
Challenges construction companies are dealing with (24:28)
Is your business designed to succeed or fail? (30:05)
The importance of financial planning (32:10)
How to get your team on board with new technology (38:25)
Ways to leverage JobTread for efficiency (46:04)
Surprising construction trends (53:05)
Unconventional business belief (58:59)
Keep up with Eric (1:03:25)
Episode wrap-up (1:06:15)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Eric Fortenberry
- Connect with Eric on LinkedIn HERE
- Check Out JobTread on YouTube HERE
- Visit JobTread HERE to schedule a demo
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EPISODE 345: What makes a construction company attractive to customers?
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Anthony Perera, a serial entrepreneur who has successfully built and sold multiple businesses, including a popular mud racing magazine and a multi-state HVAC company.
Today, Anthony shares his journey from his first venture at 19 to his current role in the private equity firm Exuma Capital Partners.
He offers valuable brand-building insights and explains why it’s as crucial as your systems and processes for scaling a business.
Tune in now to discover the secrets behind Anthony’s success and learn how you can apply them to your business.
Let’s jump right into it!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
From a mud racer to a magazine publisher (03:13)
What does it mean to build a brand first? (05:40)
How to build an attractive construction brand (07:53)
From 2 employees to 1,000 employees (10:53)
Documenting processes, tracking, & holding your team accountable (15:05)
How to properly hire and train your people (24:13)
Keys to building a sellable business (31:25)
Top tips when acquiring a business (36:13)
How to get people to buy into a new process (39:18)
Anthony’s private equity firm–Exuma Capital Partners (40:15)
Should you start a business from scratch or acquire an existing one? (45:11)
Rapid-fire questions with Anthony (47:08)
Episode wrap-up (53:16)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Anthony
- Connect with him on LinkedIn HERE
Book Mentioned
- Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 344: Do you ever wish your construction business could run smoother, attract better clients, and be more profitable?
Join us for a special roundtable discussion with the Construction Leading Edge coaches, Leyah Hostetter, Monish Khadye, and yours truly.
Today, we share insider tips that have helped hundreds of construction business owners transform their operations and personal lives.
We’ll discuss the power of customer journey mapping and how setting clear client expectations can make your business stand out from the competition.
Plus, we’ll reveal strategies, tools, productivity hacks, and morning routines to help you uncover hidden profits, streamline your process, and truly bring out the best CEO in you.
If you’re serious about taking your construction business to the next level, this episode is jampacked with insights from those who’ve made it.
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
The importance of customer experience journey mapping (04:42)
How to align your team with the financial side of the business (08:43)
#1 tool to effectively delegate complicated tasks (13:50)
Productivity hacks and mourning routines for success (16:44)
Coaching tactics that have a significant impact on clients (26:25)
Biggest limiting beliefs that are holding entrepreneurs back (42:56)
How business owners can help their team embrace growth (48:06)
Tips when tailoring your coaching styles (53:57)
Episode wrap-up (1:03:47)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Books Mentioned:
- The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
- 10x is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
- Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 343: What’s the most important part of a construction project? Is it pre-construction or the building phase?
If you answered the building phase, it’s time to reexamine your system and start prioritizing your pre-construction process. This week’s guest has a lot to share about this topic.
Join me as I interview my good friend and owner of Gannage Design & Construction, Mikhail Gannage.
In today’s episode, Mikhail and I talk about his remarkable transition from hands-on work to a process-driven approach.
Inspired by his background in industrial robotics, he shares how meticulous pre-construction planning is the secret to success. He reveals the strategies and tools that impacted his construction business, the limiting beliefs that hold people back, what it’s like to own a company rather than run one, and more.
Let’s jump right in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Mikhail Gannage (03:26)
Commercial vs. residential projects (08:46)
Lessons from a Top Gun instructor & pilot (11:16)
Limiting beliefs that hold people back (15:20)
Finding the “who” and the monkey bar analogy (21:26)
Challenges that Mikhail faced in his business (27:43)
Impactful strategies and tools (34:07)
Getting your estimation down to a process (39:31)
The most important part of a construction project (46:23)
From running a construction company to owning one (1:00:00)
The CEO Alliance, setting goals and rapid-fire questions (1:08:34)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Mikhail
- Check out Gannage Design & Construction HERE
- Follow them on Facebook and Instagram
- Got some questions? Email Mikhail at [email protected]
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EPISODE 342: Imagine starting a custom home building business with no safety net, fully embracing the fear of failure, and emerging victorious. Not many can do that, but this week’s guest did exactly that.
Meet Mark Williams. Mark is the founder of Mark D Williams Custom Homes and host of The Curious Builder podcast. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Mark reveals how overcoming fear is a stepping stone for success.
Today, he shares practical ways to be “steady at the helm” no matter what, how to find and work with your ideal client, the importance of setting clear expectations and boundaries with clients, and more.
Curious to learn how to turn failure into success?
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Mark Williams (02:22)
Importance of removing the safety net and overcoming fear (06:05)
Practical ways to maintain steady at the helm (08:56)
How to find and work with your ideal client (14:59)
Advice on turning away prospective clients who aren’t the right fit (23:04)
On setting clear expectations and boundaries with clients (31:14)
Biggest business lessons Mark learned from his father (37:22)
Common mistakes builders make and how to avoid them (39:55)
Mark’s Curious Builder Podcast and its impact on his business (48:18)
Rapid fire questions answered (1:03:13)
Episode wrap-up (1:05:20)
Additional Resources:
- Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Mark
- Follow Mark on Instagram Here
- Check out Mark D Williams Custom Homes Here
- Listen to The Curious Builder Podcast Here
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EPISODE 341: Many of those who find the right “whos” for their business have seen significant increases in success. However, most entrepreneurs are crippled by the mentality that hiring more people is an expense. Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, authors of Who Not How, beg to disagree.
Join me in this riveting discussion with our very own Construction Leading Edge coaches, Leyah Hostetter and Monish Khadye, as we break down to you the Who Not How philosophy.
Today, we’ll unpack the four areas of freedom: time, money, relationships, and purpose, and how effective delegation can help you unlock all four.
We’ll discuss the pitfalls of the “How” mindset and its impact on business growth, strategies for finding and empowering the right people, and the role of transformational relationships in personal and professional success.
Ready to level up your construction business?
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
The Who Not How philosophy (01:29)
Four areas of freedom (03:30)
Real-life application of the who, not how concept (08:23)
The opportunity cost of not delegating (22:23)
The truth about investing in people (31:30)
Focusing on who articulates your vision (33:38)
The how mindset causes you to be a bottleneck (44:25)
What does embracing the Who Not How philosophy look like? (51:07)
Final thoughts and takeaways (1:03:50)
Additional Resources:
- Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 340: Is your business prepared for the unexpected?
Many small business owners don’t have a plan for business continuity in case of death or disability.
They never thought that by neglecting this crucial aspect of their business, they risk depriving their families and employees of a secure future.
In this week’s episode, we’ve invited experienced estate planning attorneys Dusty and Jennifer King. They reveal the most critical mistakes business owners often make and the consequences of not having an estate plan.
Learn more about the basics of estate planning, the importance of proper documentation, common misconceptions about estate planning, and much more.
Whether you’re just starting out or have been running your construction business for years, this episode is packed with knowledge on protecting your business and ensuring its continuity.
Don’t leave your business’s future to chance.
Tune in now!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Dusty and Jennifer King (01:08)
Common mistakes in estate planning (01:50)
Consequences of not having an estate plan (04:32)
Impact of probate on business operations (07:16)
Licensing issues upon the owner’s death (10:47)
Misconceptions about estate planning (17:26)
The basics of estate planning (26:12)
Operational considerations for business succession (33:33)
Importance of proper documentation (42:25)
Real-life case study (52:58)
How to find a good estate planning attorney (1:04:06)
Additional Resources:
- Secure Your Family and Business’s Future HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE or send a text message to 877-755-2410 with the word “APPLY”
Keep up with Dusty and Jennifer King
- Visit their website for more information HERE
- Follow King & King PLC on Facebook
- Need advice? Contact them at 251-501-6100 / 731-664-6864
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EPISODE 339: Have you ever wondered what it’s like to step into the construction industry as a woman and not just survive but thrive?
Women make up only about 11% of the construction industry. More often than not, they have to prove themselves to be taken seriously. But women bring much more than most people realize.
So, in this week’s episode, we’ve invited four incredible women: our host Leyah Hostetter, Emily Reidy Twigg of Forest Glen Construction, Cassie Parra of Tru Builders, and Shannon Springstead of John Springstead Construction.
These women grew up on construction sites, learned the ropes from their fathers, and are now leading successful careers in the construction industry.
Listen in as these inspiring women share their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve faced as women in construction, the invaluable lessons they’ve learned from their fathers, and much more.
Let’s jump in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet the daughters of construction (01:26)
Memorable experiences with their fathers (12:50)
How their fathers prepared them for their careers (21:03)
From father-daughter duos to construction colleagues (27:32)
Challenges faced as women in construction (33:31)
Valuable lessons from their dads (41:37)
Advice for women considering construction (45:40)
Ways fathers can support their daughters (51:59)
How men in the industry can help women (55:05)
Final thoughts (1:00:08)
Additional Resources:
- Join our FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
- Download your FREE strategic planning guide HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 338: Are you tired of project delays? If you’ve ever been frustrated by slow architects or indecisive clients, this episode is exactly what you need.
Join me as we explore the nine proven strategies to get architects, designers, and even clients to meet your deadlines.
We’ll tackle some of the common problems contractors face with design consultants and clients. Plus, we’ll explore the psychological traps you have to avoid, the concept of anchoring expectations early, the importance of a comprehensive pre-construction process, and more.
Are you ready to take control of your projects and never miss a deadline?
Tune in now to learn more!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Top ten problems with design consultants (01:21)
Avoiding psychological traps in project management (05:00)
Importance of project kickoff meetings (11:16)
Setting clear expectations and commitments upfront (14:55)
Creating a list of client commitments and key decision dates (24:07)
Performing budget reality checks (27:27)
Why include page flip sessions (30:37)
Setting change deadlines during projects (32:34)
Continuously resetting expectations with the client (35:47)
Imagine these (41:46)
Final advice (44:33)
Additional Resources:
- Download the list of 9 Strategies to Get Architects, Designers, and Clients to Meet Your Deadlines HERE
- Get your Legacy Planning Checklist HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
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EPISODE 337: Does everything have to go through you? Are you becoming the bottleneck?
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by construction business owner and long-time client turned guest coach Max Christiansen.
Max is the founder and sales director at Tru Builders–a family-owned home remodeling company based in Arizona. Today, he shares his journey from working in corporate America to building his own construction company.
He talks about why effective delegation, accountability chart, and letting go are crucial for business growth and personal freedom. Plus, the benefits of systematizing your construction business, the importance of a morning routine and networking, and much more.
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Max Christiansen (02:31)
From corporate America to entrepreneurship (08:46)
Construction business challenges and frustrations (17:34)
The real value of delegation and strategically letting go (26:14)
Most impactful business changes for Max and his team (29:34)
Results after implementing systems and processes (39:40)
Key factors when implementing systems (44:39)
Importance of having a morning routine and a CEO time (46:10)
The CEO Alliance group, goals, and hiring (54:42)
Rapid-fire questions (1:05:05)
Episode wrap-up (1:12:08)
Additional Resources:
- Join our FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
- Download your FREE strategic planning guide HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
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EPISODE 336: Are you working 50-60 hours a week on your construction business? What happens if you suddenly can’t come to work? Is your business designed to run without you?
Here’s the staggering truth: Only 15% of CEOs have a business continuity plan in case they are incapacitated, pass away, or a key employee leaves the company. Why do only 15% of CEOs have such a plan?
In this week’s episode, Monish and I discuss the critical topic of business continuity. We talk about the ripple effects of a business owner’s absence, why most of them avoid continuity planning, how to make your construction business resilient, and what it means to have a business continuity plan.
Whether you’re securing your family’s and business’s future or just planning to take some time off, this episode is packed with invaluable insights that you don’t want to miss.
Let’s get started!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Real-life stories on how important business continuity is (01:49)
How to do a quick business continuity audit (06:16)
What happens when your key employee leaves? (17:22)
Ripple effects of a business owner’s absence (24:13)
Why most business owners don’t have a continuity plan (29:20)
Strategies to make your business resilient (33:56)
The freedom of a business running independently (38:59)
Practical steps to create a business continuity plan (44:31)
Effects of having a continuity plan in place (52:28)
Additional Resources:
- Download the Legacy Planning Checklist HERE
- Join our FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
- Download your FREE strategic planning guide HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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EPISODE 335: What would happen to your family after you’re gone?
Estate planning may not be as fun as booking a trip but without it, it’s like throwing away everything you’ve worked so hard for. Yet, research shows that fewer than 50% of Americans have a will or any form of estate plan.
Who gets what? How do your loved ones access your assets? What about your ongoing projects? How can your construction business continue operating in your absence?
Joining me in this week’s episode is Jon Braddock. Jon is an estate planning expert and he’s here to share his experiences and insights on the often overlooked necessities of estate planning.
Jon and I talk about some of the common myths, misconceptions, and mistakes of estate planning that small business owners must avoid.
Whether you’re concerned about organizing your asset information, documenting crucial business processes, or simply unsure where to start crafting your will, this conversation provides you the knowledge and motivation to take action now.
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Jon and his works at Estate Planning Nightmares (02:33)
Real-life examples of estate planning nightmares (07:20)
Ripple effects of poor or non-existent estate planning (12:46)
Common misconceptions people have about estate planning (14:48)
Importance of creating a solid estate plan (19:27)
What small business owners need to realize (27:08)
Why business continuity planning for small businesses matters (33:54)
The power of documented processes and systems (39:19)
First few steps in estate planning (46:16)
Episode wrap-up (53:06)
Additional Resources:
- Download the Legacy Planning Checklist HERE
- Join our FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
- Download your FREE strategic planning guide HERE
- Schedule your FREE business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Grab a copy of Jon’s book, Click Here When I Die
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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time.
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