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The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

Release Date: 01/13/2025

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EPISODE 370: Do you feel like your construction business is running you instead of the other way around?

In this latest episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Tod Ingersoll, founder and president of NuWood Creations, about how he turned his chaotic construction business into a well-oiled 7-figure business machine.

Tod shares his journey from the corporate world to running a successful design-build construction company. He reveals how Lean management strategies can revolutionize your business, why pre-construction planning is non-negotiable, and the surprising impact of empowering your team.

Don’t miss this riveting discussion on systematizing and scaling your construction business so you can finally reclaim your time!

Let’s dive in!

 

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Tod Ingersoll’s journey into construction (02:43)

Applying Lean management strategies in construction (07:57)

Manufacturing vs. construction mindset (09:02)

The challenges of a growing business (14:50)

Ripple effects of outgrowing a business system (20:34)

Importance of a robust pre-construction process (23:22)

Impact of having clear systems and processes (26:50)

Tips for getting your team on board with new processes (30:42)

How to empower your team (33:35)

Reclaiming time freedom (38:58)

Advice for those thinking of joining the SYCB program (40:33)

Keys to implementing systems and processes (44:48)

Advice to new construction business owners (48:42)

Episode wrap-up (49:52)

 

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- Visit NuWood Creations’ website for more information HERE

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