#085: Fall in Love with Problems...Not Solutions - Andy Rosic
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
Release Date: 08/07/2018
Why More Sales Won’t Save Your Business from Chaos with Cole West | E364
The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
EPISODE 364: Does your construction business feel like chaos on steroids? Join us in this week’s episode as we interview Cole West, the integrator at Matchless Concrete Construction, as he shares his journey from retail management to construction and how he embraced planning and clarity to transform operations. Learn how his company overcame inefficiencies caused by rapid growth, how they were able to save $40,000/month in rental costs, and how they empowered employees by simplifying job descriptions into actionable goals. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or just starting out, this...
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5 Steps to Creating a Foolproof Customer Acquisition System for Builders with Spencer Powell | E363
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EPISODE 363: Is your construction business relying too heavily on referrals? It’s time to rethink your marketing strategy. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Spencer Powell, founder of Builder Funnel, where we discuss in-depth on how to create a customer acquisition system that attracts the right customers consistently. Spencer reveals the risks of depending solely on word-of-mouth marketing, the power of targeted marketing, how to craft messaging that truly resonates with potential clients, and how to design a marketing strategy that converts. From defining a niche to measuring...
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Pitfalls to Avoid When Scaling a Construction Business | E362
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EPISODE 362: Has your construction business been doing great lately and now you’re thinking about scaling up? Before you make any moves, you need to hear this. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by our Construction Leading Edge team, Leyah Hostetter and Monish Khadye, to dive into the common pitfalls of scaling a construction business. We break down why chaos is a choice, how the “Just Enough to Start” (JETS) trap can hurt your reputation and profits, and why the DIY approach simply doesn’t work. Plus, we reveal why systems are essential even for small companies, the risks of...
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Breaking Free From the Construction Overwork Culture and Client Chaos w/ Kris Miller | E361
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EPISODE 361: Do you feel trapped by the constant chaos of your construction business? In this week’s episode, Leyah Hostetter, our Director of Customer Success, sits down with Kris Miller, President of KLM Construction, to explore the strategies that turned his business from a chaotic struggle into a well-oiled machine. Kris opens up about the impact of simple yet powerful communication hacks he implemented, like weekly client updates, and how a systematized handoff between pre-construction and construction transformed his business. He also shares how using accountability charts helped...
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From Breaking Even to Big Wins: How Empowered Teams Drive Real Profits w/ John & Shannon Springstead | E360
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EPISODE 360: Is your construction business stuck operating on a zero-profit margin while you’re tied to it 24/7? It’s time to break the cycle, just like our guests did. Meet John and Shannon Springstead of John Springstead Construction–a father-and-daughter duo who completely overhauled their business. In this episode, John and Shannon share their experience with our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program, which helped them reduce chaos and move toward profitability. They share how SYCB empowered them to delegate responsibilities, set up clear communication channels, and...
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Why Saying “No” to Clients Could Save Your Construction Business w/ Dan Flansburg | E359
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EPISODE 359: Imagine being booked solid for the entire year but not with the right projects or clients. Sound familiar? Meet Dan Flansburg, owner of Flansburg Construction. This was Dan’s reality until he realized that saying “yes” to every client and project was holding him back. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dan, who shares his experiences and strategies for growing a successful design-build construction company. Driven by a misalignment of values with his previous employer, Dan decided to start his own company in 2011. He explains how saying “no” to the wrong...
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How to Get Paid for Upskilling Your Construction Employees w/ Krysta Van Ranst | E358
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EPISODE 358: Did you know construction companies are sitting on untapped training funds? In this week’s episode, Krysta Van Ranst of Building PPL–a consulting firm specializing in training and team building for construction companies–reveals how businesses can use state grants to fund training programs, upskill employees, and boost profitability. Today, Krysta breaks down everything you need to know about qualifying for a construction training grant and aligning training with business goals for maximum impact. This episode also covers the common misconceptions about construction...
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How Construction Business Owners Can Have an Empowered and Accountable Team by Fixing the Actual Problems | E357
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EPISODE 357: Do you feel stuck doing everything in your construction business? Or do you delegate tasks, but somehow, things still end up on your plate? In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’m joined by Monish Khadye and Leyah Hostetter to discuss why so many construction business owners have difficulty empowering their teams and how to overcome these challenges. Today, we’ll discuss the importance of clear communication, setting expectations, and why trust is the most significant factor in a high-performing, empowered team. Plus, we’ll debunk common myths...
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How a Lawsuit and Knee Injury Saved a Construction Business with Nate Mielke | E356
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EPISODE 356: Have you ever felt like your business was running you instead of the other way around? That’s exactly how today’s guest felt for a long time. In this week’s episode, I sit down with Nate Mielke, owner of Skäpar Design Build, to talk about how his challenges–a lawsuit and a knee injury–forced him to rethink his approach to running a construction business. With over 25 years of experience under his name, Nate shares how mentorship helped him make the transition from a hands-on worker to a business owner running a successful operation. He explains how developing systems...
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The Key to Growing a Profitable Family-Owned Construction Company with Sam and Jake Holman | E355
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EPISODE 355: How hard could it be running a construction business with your brother? Meet Sam and Jake Holman, founder and owners of Project Nine Property Group, a UK based construction company specializing in high-end remodels, extensions, and renovations. In this episode, Sam and Jake share their journey from struggling entrepreneurs to running a profitable, systematized construction company. They delve into strategies for running a family-owned business, the challenges they were facing, the game-changing results they’ve experienced after joining our Systematize Your Construction Business...
info_outlineDon't be a hammer in search of a nail. Andy Rosic of The Home Depot and Todd Dawalt chat about the pitfalls of a solution obsessed mindset.
In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast you'll learn:
- Key problem solving methods for business owners.
- How to switch from selling solutions, to adapting to solving customer's unique problems.
- How to cut down on waste in project management.
- The importance of software and technology in the construction industry.
- Industry insights from working with contractors.
How to get in touch with Andy Rosic:
Andy's email: [email protected]
Andy's website: www.andyrosic.com
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