Cash Flow Is King: How Construction Businesses Can Buy Back Their Time
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Cash flow is king in construction. In this episode of 2 B’s in a Podcast, the Jans team sits down with Jeff Smith, CFO of Jans Corporation and co-manager of Creative Construction Partners, to break down how construction businesses can improve cash flow, clean up job costing, and buy back their time. If you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or family business owner buried in paperwork, struggling with accounts receivable, or wondering when it’s time to bring in outside financial help, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we cover: Why cash flow management is the #1 habit...
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Inside the 154-Year-Old Sioux Falls Church Remodel (with Pastor Sara Nelson)
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A 154-year-old church. A full sanctuary remodel. And a congregation that’s active far beyond Sunday morning. In this episode of 2 B’s in a Podcast, Brad and Brian Jans sit down with Pastor Sara Nelson of First United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls to talk about preserving historic spaces, modernizing for safety and accessibility, and what it looks like to lead a mission-driven church today. In this conversation: The history of First United Methodist Church and its role in Sioux Falls Why preserving historic buildings matters instead of starting new The sanctuary remodel: skylights,...
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Cowboy or Executive Wannabe? Brian Faces the Ultimate Cowboy Test at Haegle’s
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In Episode 4 of The 2 B’s in a Podcast, Brian and Brad trade in their tool belts for belt buckles and head straight into ranch life. From 100-year family farms to construction crews built on farm-raised work ethic, this episode digs into the deep connections between Sioux Falls construction culture and South Dakota ranching tradition. You’ll hear stories about: • How farming shaped the backbone of today’s construction workforce • What happens when your cattle branding day includes rescuing a calf from a 20-foot well (yes, really) • Whether owning 11 cows officially earns you...
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Jans Corp: A Company of Companies
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In this episode of 2B’s in a Pod: Beyond the Blueprint, Brad sits down with his brother, Brian Jans, for a deep dive into one of the most unique parts of Jans Corporation: the company of companies model that has grown quietly behind the scenes for more than a decade. From Urban Woodshop’s old-school craftsmanship and custom millwork, to Blue Ark’s steel and precast expertise, to Concrete Solutions Unlimited’s curb and gutter expansion, to the newest venture, Creative Construction Partners, which supports subcontractors with finance, HR, safety, and marketing, to the long working...
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How Dale Jans Built a Legacy from the Ground Up
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In this episode, Brad and Brian Jans sit down with their father and the founder of Jans Corporation Dale Jans, to uncover the story that started it all. From launching a construction company during a 1980s recession to shaping Sioux Falls’ skyline with honesty, grit, and family values, Dale shares how faith, perseverance, and a handshake built more than buildings; they built a legacy. You’ll hear stories about the early days of hard-bid contracting, lessons learned from the farm, and why “family first” still anchors every decision Jans Corporation makes today. It’s a conversation...
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Why We're Here Today: Legacy, Family, & Construction
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Every great build starts with a solid foundation - and this one starts with family. In the debut episode of B’s in a Pod, Brian and Brad Jans sit down to talk about how a small family business grew into a company of companies and why the heart of Jans has always been about people, not projects. They share the stories behind the name, what it means to lead through laughter (and a few muddy boots), and why keeping things rooted in Midwest values matters more than ever. From the first handshake to the final beam, this is a look at what makes Jans Corporation different - a culture built on hard...
info_outlineIn this episode of 2B’s in a Pod: Beyond the Blueprint, Brad sits down with his brother, Brian Jans, for a deep dive into one of the most unique parts of Jans Corporation: the company of companies model that has grown quietly behind the scenes for more than a decade.
From Urban Woodshop’s old-school craftsmanship and custom millwork,
to Blue Ark’s steel and precast expertise,
to Concrete Solutions Unlimited’s curb and gutter expansion,
to the newest venture, Creative Construction Partners, which supports subcontractors with finance, HR, safety, and marketing,
to the long working relationship with RSA in architecture and engineering,
Brian explains how each company started, what challenges sparked them, and why creating opportunity for people is at the center of every decision.
You will hear stories about solving industry problems the Jans way, how rising tides raise all boats became a guiding mantra, and why staying locally owned instead of selling out to outside investors matters now more than ever.
If you have ever wondered how a family business becomes an ecosystem, or what it looks like to build a construction group rooted in values, transparency, and long-term vision, this episode has the answers.
Key themes:
• Why Jans spun internal crews into separate companies
• How breaking out divisions created new opportunities for employees
• The origin stories of Urban Woodshop, Blue Ark, CSU, and Creative Construction Partners
• The acquisition of RSA and how design and construction teams work together
• How multiple companies support each other while still competing fairly
• Why being a creative construction partner truly matters
• The future of Sioux Falls construction and the growing workforce challenge
Stay to the end to hear a fun surprise about what Jans cranes have lifted besides building materials.