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Inc. Magazine Honoree Reveals 1,126% 4-Year Growth Strategies with Chris Tatge | E334

Release Date: 05/06/2024

Lessons from Dad: Daughters in Construction on Working With Their Fathers and Empowering Women in the Construction Industry | E339

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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,...

Lead from Behind: 9 Strategies to Get Architects, Designers, and Clients to Meet Your Deadlines | 338

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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...

The Freedom of Accountability, Delegating and Letting Go of Control with Max Christiansen | E337

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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...

Why Business Continuity Planning Equals Freedom for Entrepreneurs | E336

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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...

Estate Planning Myths, Mistakes, and Nightmares with Jon Braddock | E335

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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...

Inc. Magazine Honoree Reveals 1,126% 4-Year Growth Strategies with Chris Tatge | E334

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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...

Using the MMDD List to Get Your Team to Solve Problems and Follow Processes | E333

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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...

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...

What Construction CEOs Actually Need: A Roundup of the Best Ideas From a CEO Alliance Meetup | E331

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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...

The CEO Mindset Shift: A Panel Discussion | E330

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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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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 management.

He also discusses the challenges and lessons that came with this pivotal shift, the importance of the pre-construction phase, and much more.

Ready to grow your construction business?

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Chris Tatge (03:07)

From labor-only to turnkey contractor (05:51)

Optimizing designs for framing explained (13:03)

Turnkey contracting vs. traditional approach (14:38)

Leadership transition from the field to CEO (18:18)

Staffing strategies and stepping up (28:29)

How important is the pre-construction phase (33:20)

Leading a design team (39:56)

Future goals for DC Materials (43:42)

Final questions (44:37)

Episode wrap-up (51:56)

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