From Homebuilder to Business Builder: The Systems That Eliminate CHAOS and Improve Everyone’s Experience with Jeff Bowers | E326
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
Release Date: 03/11/2024
Why Business Continuity Planning Equals Freedom for Entrepreneurs | E336
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
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...
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Estate Planning Myths, Mistakes, and Nightmares with Jon Braddock | E335
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
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...
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Inc. Magazine Honoree Reveals 1,126% 4-Year Growth Strategies with Chris Tatge | E334
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
EPISODE 334: Have you ever wondered how controlling your entire construction process could drastically transform your projects and profits? This week, our guest exemplifies just that, achieving an astounding 1,126% business growth in just four years. Joining us is Chris Tatge, co-owner of DC Materials—a complete framing material provider for large multifamily and commercial construction projects and an Inc. Magazine honoree. In this episode, Chris shares how he transformed his business model to control both labor and materials, thereby enhancing its efficiency and project...
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Using the MMDD List to Get Your Team to Solve Problems and Follow Processes | E333
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
EPISODE 333: Are you struggling with getting your team on board with new processes? Are you dealing with most of the problems at work? In this episode, we’ll discuss the common mistakes construction business owners make when implementing new processes and how these mistakes often lead to team resistance rather than compliance. We’ll explain everything you need to know about the Made My Day Difficult (MMDD) List approach, how to use it to motivate your team to solve problems independently and follow processes, and its transformative benefits to your team and construction business. Are...
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Is This Deficiency Plaguing Your Business? | E332
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EPISODE 332: Are you stuck in your construction business's day-to-day operations? Do you find yourself constantly bombarded by messages and phone calls from clients, trade partners, and your team? Are your projects taking way too long? You may be suffering from a serious deficiency that’s costing many construction business owners millions of dollars! In this week’s episode, we’ll dive deep into the crucial yet often overlooked phase that’s causing chaos in your business operations: pre-construction. We’ll unpack common symptoms of a pre-construction deficiency, explore its side...
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What Construction CEOs Actually Need: A Roundup of the Best Ideas From a CEO Alliance Meetup | E331
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
EPISODE 331: What sets successful construction business owners apart? Join me as I sit down with Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) coaches Monish Khadye and Leyah Hostetter. Today, we’ll dive deep into what transpired during our recent CEO Alliance Live Meetup in Del Mar, California. We'll unpack the biggest takeaways from the event, from mastering financial transparency to understanding the pivotal role of trust in creating a thriving construction business. Additionally, we’ll share practical tips on applying these insights to your business so you can truly take on your...
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The CEO Mindset Shift: A Panel Discussion | E330
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
EPISODE 330: Do you feel stuck in your construction business's day-to-day operations? Do you dream of taking it to the next level but are unsure how? These experts might teach you a thing or two. Join us in this week’s panel discussion (and our first in-person episode) featuring Alex Gregg, Michael Moore, and Alex Thompson. These accomplished construction business owners share their pivotal shift from running a busy business in a firefighter mode to leveraging key talents in their teams and eventually putting on their CEO hats. Today, we discuss how to transition from an operator...
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Executing a Successful Business Turnaround & Strategically Letting Go with Michael Moore | E329
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EPISODE 329: How can construction businesses thrive even during economic downturns? Join us in this week’s podcast episode as Michael Moore, owner and president of Waterton Construction Group, shares his journey in navigating the challenges of growing a construction company and how systematization and strategic changes turned his company from six-figure losses to seven-figure profits. Today, Michael breaks down the impactful systems and processes he implemented, the selling the gap concept, how to master the art of letting go, and much more. Ready to systematize your construction...
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How to Become Addicted to Your Business Without Dealing 24/7 Phone Calls with Alex Knapp | E328
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EPISODE 328: Are you tired of constant phone interruptions while trying to spend quality time with your family? Construction business owners know this feeling all too well. In this week’s episode, Leyah Hostetter, our Director of Customer Success, interviews Alex Knapp, the owner of Minneapolis Decks, as he shares his journey from being bombarded with round-the-clock phone calls to becoming addicted to working on his business. Alex talks about his challenges while running his company and what led him to enroll in our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program. He also breaks down...
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Tracking Metrics, Casting Vision & Implementing Systems with Alex Gregg | E327
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EPISODE 327: Imagine leaving your teaching job and starting your dream business amidst an economic meltdown. It sounds daunting, right? This is how Alex Gregg, owner of Gregg Homebuilding, started his custom homebuilding company in Tennessee. From facing the uncertainty of the 2008 global financial crisis to transforming challenges into success stories, Alex shares his inspiring journey and the foundation that shaped his construction company. We talk about the most impactful systems that grew his custom homebuilding business (which recently generated $10M in revenue), highlighting the...
info_outlineEPISODE 326: Most construction business owners handle all aspects of their companies themselves: estimation, sales, project management, and more.
However, it is easy to overlook the need to develop business acumen alongside trade skills when running a construction business.
Jeff Bowers, our guest on this week’s podcast, understands this principle better than most.
As the owner and CEO of Masterpiece Design Build, a full-service general contracting firm specializing in designing and building custom homes, major residential renovations, and additions along with commercial projects, Jeff brings decades of industry experience to the table.
During this conversation, Jeff shares on the podcast how businesses should navigate economic downturns, the value of systematizing your construction process, the importance of improving everyone’s experience throughout construction, and the strategic systems and processes that built his company to where it is now.
Let’s dive in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Meet Jeff Bowers (04:42)
From painting contractor to custom home builder (09:56)
Navigating economic downturns and the role of resilience (11:40)
Focusing on business systems over manual skills (21:40)
Common fears to overcome when growing a business (24:50)
The impact of systematizing your construction process (27:44)
How important is the experience during pre-construction and construction processes (32:13)
Systems that grew Jeff’s construction business (38:07)
Does construction always have to be chaotic? (45:51)
Jeff’s advice for construction owners (46:52)
The CEO Alliance and its impact to Jeff (53:32)
What separates great companies from good companies (59:02)
Advice to his old self (1:04:24)
Rapid-fire questions with Jeff (1:07:40)
Additional Resources:
- Download your FREE strategic planning guide HERE
- Schedule your business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Join the FREE Get Out of Your Construction Business Masterclass HERE
Keep up with Jeff Bowers’ Masterpiece Design Build:
- Check out Masterpiece Design Build’s website HERE
- Follow Masterpiece Design Build on Instagram HERE
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