The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

This podcast is dedicated to helping construction business owners eliminate chaos, maximize profit, and reclaim their freedom. Designed for leaders who are ready to step out of the daily grind and take control of their business, The Construction Leading Edge Podcast delivers actionable strategies on systematization, time management, increasing profitability, and business growth. Whether it’s stopping profit bleeds, building high-performing teams, or creating systems that allow your business to run without you, each episode will leave you with practical tools to unlock more profit, freedom, and impact. Join Todd Dawalt every week for solo episodes packed with insights and guest interviews featuring industry experts who’ve mastered the art of building self-sustaining businesses. If you’re ready to stop wearing so many hats and start leading your business like a visionary CEO, this podcast is for you.

Accountability Requires Clarity: How to Get Your Team to Take Ownership | E418 11/17/2025

Accountability Requires Clarity: How to Get Your Team to Take Ownership | E418 🚀Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 418: Are you tired of chasing your team for every little thing? Getting your team to take ownership is one of the most common frustrations I hear from construction business owners. But here’s the truth: your team isn’t lazy, and it’s not a people problem. It’s a clarity problem. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll explain why the real barrier to accountability is often a lack of clear expectations, processes, and vision. Here’s what we’ll cover: Why capable people underperform when one key element is missing The three areas of clarity your business needs to unlock accountability What “winning” looks like for every role on your team The problem of having unclear systems and roles How to build a culture where ownership becomes the norm …and more. If you’re overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and tired of doing everyone else’s job, this episode is for you. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Symptoms that your team lacks accountability (02:09) The real cost of low accountability (04:24) What does it look like to have a culture of accountability (07:33) Thinking traps that keep construction leaders stuck (09:46) Clarity of results: define what winning looks like (14:27) Clarity of process: build your playbook (20:55) Clarity of vision: connect work to purpose (25:06) Real-world impact stories (29:44) Quick recap (32:36) Final thoughts (35:31) Additional Resources: ⚡Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡Follow us on , , and ⚡Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/39044645

Get Out of the Builder Trap with Daniel Queen | E417 11/10/2025

Get Out of the Builder Trap with Daniel Queen | E417 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 417: Are you tired of doing everything in your construction business and still feeling stuck? Most construction business owners believe that working harder will solve everything. However, Daniel Queen, founder of Built by Coalition, a custom home building company in Charlotte, North Carolina, discovered that by wearing too many hats, he became the bottleneck in his business. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Daniel shares his transformative journey from a burned-out solo builder to a strategic leader. Today, you’ll hear… The mindset shift that helped Daniel stop being the bottleneck Why working harder isn’t the answer (and what works instead) How letting go of control transformed Daniel’s team Why involving his team in creating systems was crucial …and more! Are you ready to systematize your construction business and reclaim your time? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The story behind “Built by Coalition” (02:39) Struggles with doing everything solo (04:28) Implementing systems and processes (17:39) How clarifying everyone’s role is crucial (19:50) Wearing many hats isn’t serving your clients (23:12) Results of focusing on pre-construction (25:57) Keys to implementing changes in your business (32:21) Let your team help design systems (35:38) The real value of the CEO Alliance group (37:33) Gaining understanding of everything (39:42) Why join the SYCB program (42:32) Final question (43:47) Episode wrap-up (47:06) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡Check out Built by Coalition’s website ⚡Follow them on and – ⚡Follow us on , , and ⚡Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38958710

Scaling Fast? Stop Chasing Sales and Fix THIS First with Cole West | E416 11/03/2025

Scaling Fast? Stop Chasing Sales and Fix THIS First with Cole West | E416 🚀Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 416: Is your construction business always in firefighting mode? As a project manager turned integrator at Matchless Concrete Construction, Cole West knew they were growing too fast, but they were also bleeding money, missing deadlines, and drowning in chaos. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Cole shares how he and his team have dramatically reduced chaos, boosted margins, and reclaimed lost time. Today, we’ll talk about… The “Big 5” strategy that eliminated confusion and boosted accountability How weekly planning meetings turned chaos into control The key tools that uncovered hidden inefficiencies (and hidden leaders) The mindset shift that saved the company $45k/month Why structure—not hustle— is the real path to freedom …and more! If you’re ready to stop firefighting and finally build a construction business that runs smoothly, this episode will show you what’s possible when you systematize your business. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Cole West’s role and shift to integrator/strategic planner (01:49) Why Cole left corporate retail for construction freedom (04:40) How construction business owners can attract corporate talent (07:14) The problem with rapid growth without proper systems (08:56) What chaos looks like in construction (14:35) Importance of simplifying job descriptions (20:24) The CEO Schedule and Revenue Maximizer tools (26:32) What does the business look like now? (29:20) Cole’s most powerful scripted question (32:02) Achieving historical wins for the company (36:41) Last piece of advice (42:40) What’s next for Matchless Concrete? (47:36) Episode wrap-up (48:42) Additional Resources: ⚡Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡Visit Matchless Concrete Construction’s website for more information ⚡Follow them on Facebook – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38873195

7-Figure Growth Starts with Lean Systems w/ Tod Ingersoll | E415 10/27/2025

7-Figure Growth Starts with Lean Systems w/ Tod Ingersoll | E415 🚀Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 415: Do you always feel like you’re constantly putting out fires, drowning in details, and barely keeping your construction business afloat? It doesn’t always have to be that way. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sat down with Tod Ingersoll, founder and president of NuWood Creations, who scaled his company from doing small projects to 7-figure design-build jobs by doing something most contractors avoid—letting go. Today, we’ll talk about… The unspoken rule that separates thriving construction businesses from overwhelmed ones Why “just enough to start” is sabotaging your growth and profits How Lean manufacturing tactics transformed Tod’s operations The real power behind pre-construction planning Why doing less yourself creates more for your construction business ..and more! If you’re overworked and stuck in survival mode, this episode will give you the roadmap on how to scale without burnout. 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) Challenges of a rapidly growing business (14:50) Ripple effects of outgrowing your systems (19:38) Importance of a robust pre-construction process (22:26) Impact of clear systems and processes (28:08) How to get your team on board with new processes (29:46) Keys to empowering your team (34:14) How to reclaim your time freedom (37:50) Advice for those thinking of joining the SYCB program (39:25) How to successfully implement systems and processes (43:33) Advice for new construction business owners (47:34) Episode wrap-up (48:44) Additional Resources: ⚡Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡Follow NuWood on and ⚡Visit NuWood Creations’ website for more information – ⚡Follow us on , , and ⚡Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38782445

The Hidden Reason Your Projects Keep Slipping—and How to Stop It | E414 10/20/2025

The Hidden Reason Your Projects Keep Slipping—and How to Stop It | E414 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team 📝Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the FREE Online Assessment – EPISODE 414: Have you ever had a project delay wreck your schedule and cash flow? Most of us would argue that project slippage is beyond our control, but actually, it’s not. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll unpack four powerful strategies to stop project slippage from derailing your business. Today, you’ll learn… Why project slippage is more predictable than you think How to build a pre-construction system that protects your schedule What “overselling” really means (and why it’s essential) Why your clients aren’t the problem—your system is and more! If you’ve ever felt like your clients or circumstances are running your company, this episode will show you how to take the reins back. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) What happens when a project is delayed (01:59) Most contractors make this mistake (05:43) How to establish pre-construction milestones and expectations (07:45) Why you should sell more than 100% of your capacity (19:51) Why every project needs a firm go/no-go date (20:48) Have a flex track project ready to go (25:45) Quick episode recap (27:27) Why the problem isn’t clients (29:25) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the FREE Online Assessment – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38619375

Your Most Important Hire Isn’t on the Jobsite—It’s an Executive Assistant with Steven Neuner | E413 10/13/2025

Your Most Important Hire Isn’t on the Jobsite—It’s an Executive Assistant with Steven Neuner | E413 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 413: Have you ever felt like your construction business would fall apart if you stepped away for even a day? That’s exactly how Steven Neuner felt for years. He found success, but was exhausted, overwhelmed, and the bottleneck for everything. Until his CFO and COO staged an intervention and told him, “We love you, but we’re tired of being your assistant.” That moment changed everything. He hired a proactive remote assistant (not another jobsite hire) and saw a 5x leap in productivity. Now, he’s here to unpack everything. In this episode, Steven Neuner, co-founder of Superpowers HQ, shares how construction entrepreneurs can achieve more by doing less—using a game-changing strategy called flipped delegation. Today, you’ll learn… Why you might be the biggest bottleneck in your business The flawed mindsets most entrepreneurs have about delegation What “flipped delegation” really means and how it works Why hiring a remote assistant is an investment, not an expense How burnout—not competition—is killing more businesses like yours …and more! If you’re tired of being stuck in the weeds and want to break free from burnout, don’t miss this one. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Misconceptions about remote executive assistants (02:02) What is “flipped delegation” and how it redefines leadership (03:53) How Steven Neuner started Superpowers HQ (06:09) Common mindsets that ruin delegation and repel good assistants (10:07) Symptoms of being the bottleneck in your business (15:59) How an EA can 5-10x your productivity (18:01) Time effort vs. results economy (24:00) Should you build systems before hiring? (29:15) Superpowers HQ’s EA matching process (36:10) How entrepreneurs can delegate better (43:07) Advice for entrepreneurs stuck working in their business (49:17) Episode wrap-up (50:39) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team ⚡Download The Remote Assistant Playbook for Construction Business Owners – ⚡Visit Superpowers HQ for more information – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38553130

What’s Your #1 Constraint? Here’s How to Find It | E412 10/06/2025

What’s Your #1 Constraint? Here’s How to Find It | E412 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 412: Are you putting in the hours—maybe 60-70 hours a week—but your construction business still feels stuck? Have you hired people, bought software, and generated more leads, but somehow you’re still the one solving every problem? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll reveal the real reason growth stalls for most construction businesses, and why it’s not what you think. Today, you’ll hear… The common pitfalls that keep construction owners stuck in firefighting mode Why more leads or “better people” won’t solve your problems The cost of never solving your #1 business constraint A simple framework to pinpoint your biggest bottleneck with clarity How fixing just one thing can unlock growth, profit, and freedom …and more! Ready to find out what’s keeping your construction business from scaling? Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Business bottlenecks are like highway traffic jams (02:21) The cost of not solving your bottleneck (04:20) Common pitfalls construction owners fall into (11:15) Four-step framework to finding your #1 constraint (16:04) Why more leads won’t save you (22:28) The truth about skilled labor shortage (25:50) Your next step + FREE playbook (27:16) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38464755

Escape the Bottleneck Trap for Good Using 3 Simple Systems with Travis Balcom | E411 09/29/2025

Escape the Bottleneck Trap for Good Using 3 Simple Systems with Travis Balcom | E411 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 411: What happens when you realize you are the bottleneck in your construction business? Meet Travis Balcom, owner of TAB Construction LLC, a custom home-building company based in upstate New York. Last year, Travis was ready to quit. His construction business was growing, but so were the late nights, the headaches, and the burnout. He was the go-to for every problem—and it was breaking him. Travis realized he was the bottleneck in his business. Everything was in his head, and he needed to be involved in every aspect of the project. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Travis unpacks how he turned his business—and life—around. Today, you’ll learn… How Travis transitioned from electrician to full-time custom homebuilder The danger of the “Just Enough to Start” trap in construction How the Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program helped him delegate and empower his team Why letting his team handle the planning improved efficiency and ownership How systematizing his business gave him freedom, balance, and growth ..and much more! If you’re stuck in reactive mode, constantly firefighting, or just want more freedom from your episode, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Travis’s journey from electrician to homebuilder (01:41) Recognizing himself as the bottleneck in his business (09:28) The danger of the “Just Enough to Start” trap (15:13) Implementing the "Big Five" system for daily tasks (22:18) Importance of the “Nail the Handoff” process (23:53) A key aspect of the business that Travis didn’t realize was crucial (30:01) Delegating planning to the people closest to the problem (34:05) Working on the business instead of in the business (41:30) The unexpected freedom that comes with delegating effectively (43:51) Why you should join the SYCB program and the CEO Alliance (45:49) Keys to implementing systems that transform your business (49:31) Rapid-fire questions (52:13) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡Check out our TAB Construction – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38380535

How to Use the Moneyball Strategy to Run Your Construction Business Like a Machine | E410 09/22/2025

How to Use the Moneyball Strategy to Run Your Construction Business Like a Machine | E410 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 410: Do you find yourself always dealing with chaos, simply expecting your construction team to “figure it out”? What if success in your construction business could be defined as clearly as Billy Beane defined it with the Oakland A’s? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll break down how you can apply the Moneyball approach to your construction business, using data, behaviors, and leading indicators to drive consistent wins. Here’s what you’re going to discover in this episode… How to define success in terms of behaviors, rather than results Why old-school construction metrics and strategies keep you stuck How focusing on leading indicators can help your team meet targets consistently Why even top athletes (and your team) need structure and clarity to perform at their best How a culture of accountability can transform average performers into A-players …and a whole lot more! If you’re ready to stop leading on gut feelings and start winning on purpose, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) What if you run your business like the Oakland A’s? (00:56) The story of Billy Beane and the rise of Moneyball (03:29) Old school baseball vs. the Moneyball approach (07:12) The Moneyball approach in construction leadership (16:10) How A-players thrive when systems are in place (20:41) Navy SEAL story: How leadership transforms team performance (27:57) Final thoughts (30:45) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38277800

They Doubled Their Business by Saying No, Building Systems, and Setting Clear Expectations with Ryan Brining & Tom Battersby | E409 09/15/2025

They Doubled Their Business by Saying No, Building Systems, and Setting Clear Expectations with Ryan Brining & Tom Battersby | E409 🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – EPISODE 409: What if the secret to doubling your construction business isn’t about working harder, hiring more people, or saying yes to every project? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Brining & Tom Battersby of White Maple Construction to share how they doubled their revenue in just one year, without adding more staff or working longer hours. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode… Why fixing problems on jobsites shouldn’t be on top of your list How saying no to the wrong projects is actually a marketing strategy The surprising mindset shift that stopped them from letting clients dictate their process How setting clear expectations upfront can save you time, money, and stress on every job Why it’s crucial to have systems in place before you start scaling (and what happens when you skip this step) …and more! If you’re tired of putting out fires and ready to scale your business without saying yes to everything, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) From finance to hospitality to construction (02:21) The chaos that comes with client-led projects (05:11) Benefits of early selections for clients (12:27) Pre-construction as a collaborative effort (15:32) 5 most impactful business systems for White Maple Construction (17:59) Why cranking up your marketing engine first leads to chaos (20:00) How their revenue doubled with less stress (27:15) What’s life like now after implementing the right systems (29:06) What the construction sector could learn from hospitality (31:09) Saying no to projects as a marketing strategy (34:20) Keys to implementing systems and making changes (40:23) Construction advice for those just starting out (43:21) How to attract larger construction projects (48:28) Why saying no to the wrong projects is crucial (50:06) Episode wrap-up (52:00) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team – ⚡Visit White Maple Construction for more information ⚡Follow White Maple Construction on Instagram – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38206600

Before You Hire or Buy Software, Fix This First in Your Construction Business | E408 09/08/2025

Before You Hire or Buy Software, Fix This First in Your Construction Business | E408 🚀Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 408: Most construction owners are bleeding profit and burning out, not because they lack good people, but because they’re building their business in the wrong sequence. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’m breaking down the biggest mistake construction business owners make when trying to fix chaos. (Spoiler: it’s not about hiring more people or buying the latest software.) Instead, I’ll walk you through a simple 3-step sequence that has helped hundreds of contractors eliminate chaos, grow profits, and finally build a business that runs without them. Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode… Why even your best hires can’t solve your team’s struggles The secret profit phase most contractors ignore (and why it’s costing them big) How buying software too soon often backfires The one question you should ask to stop answering the same problems over and over again How pre-construction shapes your margins, schedule, and customer satisfaction …and more! If you’re tired of firefighting every day and being the bottleneck in your own business, this episode will show you the path to freedom. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Chaos stems from the wrong sequence (01:08) The problem with most business coaches (03:58) What a systematized construction business looks like (08:13) The three-step sequence in systematizing a business (12:40) How software or tech fails without a defined process (26:05) Quick episode recap (27:59) Take the first 5-minute step (30:32) Additional Resources: ⚡Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38085560

Why Only a Few Builders Ever Find True Success (From a 30-Year Veteran) with Jeff Bowers | E407 09/01/2025

Why Only a Few Builders Ever Find True Success (From a 30-Year Veteran) with Jeff Bowers | E407 🚀Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 407: If construction chaos is your normal, you’re probably missing the systems that can fix it. Jeff Bowers, owner of Masterpiece Design Build, joins us to share the hard-won wisdom from decades in the construction industry and how everything changed once he stopped trying to be the best home builder and started becoming a business builder. Based in Stuart, Florida, Jeff has been building homes for over 30 years. But it wasn’t until a crisis that he realized his business couldn’t grow without real systems. That’s when he discovered our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program and joined the CEO Alliance. In today’s episode, you’ll learn… The truth behind most customer horror stories (hint: it’s not the drywall) How he rebuilt his business to run less with chaos The mindset shift that freed him to become a real construction CEO The systems that changed everything for his team and his clients …and more! Want to eliminate chaos and grow a construction business that runs without you? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Jeff Bowers and his construction background (02:48) Dealing with economic downturns (10:08) Jeff’s biggest realization while running his business (20:07) Importance of pre-construction and nailing the handoff (28:25) Symptoms of the “Just Enough to Start” trap (30:31) The real reason behind most customer horror stories (32:54) Key processes Jeff implemented to reduce chaos (38:25) What changed in Jeff’s life after implementing systems (45:11) Why training to become a better business owner is crucial (49:28) The role of CEO Alliance in Jeff’s transformation (56:11) Advice that Jeff wishes he’d known sooner (1:07:00) Rapid-fire questions (1:10:16) Additional Resources: ⚡Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Check out Masterpiece Design Build’s website ⚡Follow Masterpiece Design Build on Instagram – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/38021075

How to Delegate Results by Letting Go of Control the Right Way w/ Max Christiansen | E406 08/25/2025

How to Delegate Results by Letting Go of Control the Right Way w/ Max Christiansen | E406 🚀Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 406: What if you could cut your daily calls from 60 down to 5 and finally take weeks off without the chaos following you? It’s possible! Freedom in business isn’t about working harder. It’s about letting go of control and building systems that actually work. In this week’s episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’m 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 reveals how systematizing your business can turn daily chaos into clarity and freedom. You’ll discover… Why being the bottleneck is killing your business growth How structures create more freedom, not restrictions Why delegating the right way can help your team thrive How Max went from 60 calls a day to just 5—and took 18 weeks off The power of CEO time and protecting your schedule How systematizing opened the door for family succession …and more! Ready to reclaim your time, grow your business, and finally take that trip with your family? Let’s get into it! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Max Christiansen (01:59) Key lessons from working at a national builder (07:53) From corporate America to entrepreneurship (09:41) Foundations of starting a business (13:48) Challenges of running a construction company (16:37) The dangers of founder bottlenecking (21:13) What you need to know about delegation (26:56) How to let go of control the smart way (29:43) The top systems with the biggest impact on Max’s team (30:49) Measurable results of systematizing a construction business (37:36) Keys to implementing systems that actually work (42:36) Morning routines, CEO time, and the benefits of the CEO Alliance (44:07) Rapid-fire questions (1:02:59) Additional Resources: ⚡Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Check out Tru Builders for more information – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37903960

One Thing Every Professional Construction Business Must Have to Grow | E405 08/18/2025

One Thing Every Professional Construction Business Must Have to Grow | E405 ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 405: Are you struggling with the chaos that comes with managing custom construction projects? Do you feel like every project is starting from scratch, and you’re constantly putting out fires? Most construction business owners believe that having systems for custom projects removes personalization and freedom. But the truth is, systems actually create freedom. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll share how you can eliminate the chaos in your custom projects and systematize your business for maximum profit and freedom without losing the personal touch. Here’s what we’ll be discussing… Why your custom projects need a structured process (and how it’ll make them smoother) How to create a strategic operating playbook (not just an employee handbook) The power of clear documentation and handoff checklists Why systems don’t restrict your creativity—they create more freedom instead …and a whole lot more! Ready to stop micromanaging your team and start leading your business? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Common misconceptions about custom projects (01:01) Systems and processes don’t restrict creativity or freedom (03:26) The one thing every construction business needs (11:20) Key elements of a strategic operating playbook (12:44) Does an operating playbook work for luxury home clients? (17:55) How to build a strategic operating playbook (20:22) Additional Resources: ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37845370

The Real Reason Visionary-Integrator Partnerships Finally Click (and Keep Growing) | E404 08/11/2025

The Real Reason Visionary-Integrator Partnerships Finally Click (and Keep Growing) | E404 🚀Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ☎️ Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 404: Are you drowning in great ideas, but struggling to execute them? Do your Monday morning meetings leave your team staring back at you blankly? I’ve worked with hundreds of construction leaders who live in that tension—visionaries with bold ideas and integrators scrambling to clean up the mess. The result? Organizational whiplash. Chaos. Missed targets. And a business that feels more like a trap. But what if your big ideas didn’t create friction, but momentum? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I break down the missing piece that helps visionary-integrator partnerships finally click. Today, you’ll learn… How to assess whether your partnership is falling apart What your construction business could look like with this missing piece How to turn your business into a real money-making asset The key components of this critical strategic puzzle …and more! Ready to discover the framework that’s helping construction leaders find freedom, impact, and wealth? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) When the visionary-integrator relationship doesn’t work (02:00) What business could feel like with proper structure (08:08) The missing piece: a strategic blueprint (12:42) Key components of the blueprint (13:40) Real-world case studies and client success stories (23:20) Additional Resources: ⚡Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Listen to Episode 370 with Tod Ingersoll ⚡Listen to Episode 337 with Max Christiansen ⚡Listen to Episode 361 with Kris Miller – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37728085

How to Engineer Your Construction Business to Double in 12 Months | E403 08/04/2025

How to Engineer Your Construction Business to Double in 12 Months | E403 🚀Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 403: What if your construction business doubled tomorrow? Would it thrive or break? You might think the answer is hiring a unicorn project manager to finally grow your business. But here’s the truth: the real reason your construction business can’t scale isn’t about finding the perfect hire. It’s because your business isn’t built to handle growth. And if it doubled in size, it would likely break. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll reveal how to engineer a business that grows without chaos. Here’s what you’ll learn… What really happens when your business doubles without the right systems How to know if your business is ready to scale (don’t skip this) Why you don’t need a unicorn employee to grow A simple 3-step formula to double your business in 12 months How to build a “single source of truth” playbook …and more! If you want to double your revenue, cut your working hours, and finally take that family trip, then you don’t want to miss this. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The cost of unprepared growth (03:11) When you scale your business the right way (06:49) How to know if your business is ready to scale (11:10) Why unicorn employees aren’t the solution (14:06) Assess your business (18:08) Engineer your organization (20:14) Design the process to follow (24:05) Build a “single source of truth” playbook (27:01) Your next steps for business freedom (28:53) Additional Resources: ⚡Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37622075

The Real Reason You Don’t Have Time & What to Do About It | E402 07/28/2025

The Real Reason You Don’t Have Time & What to Do About It | E402 🚀Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 402: Are you drowning in work and constantly feeling like there’s never enough time? If you’re a construction business owner overwhelmed by the day-to-day, I have a message for you: the lack of time is 100% within your control. In this week’s episode of the Construction Leading Edge Podcast, we’ll dive deep into why so many construction business owners feel like they’re always running out of time and why that’s not the real issue. Today, you’ll discover… Why the lack of time isn’t actually the root cause, but a symptom The Five Whys method to uncover the ultimate root cause of time issues How many construction companies fail due to poor pre-construction processes An inside look at The Builder CEO Weekly Operating System …and more! If you’re tired of being the bottleneck in your construction business and want to reclaim at least 40+ hours of your time back, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The truth about lack of time (01:01) How to uncover the root cause (07:34) Your lack of time is 100% in your control (16:21) Three options when you lack time (20:03) The Builder CEO Weekly Operating System (22:27) Additional Resources: ⚡Reclaim 40+ hours per month with The Builder CEO Weekly Operating System ⚡Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37560190

How to Make Faster, Better Decisions Like a CEO | E401 07/21/2025

How to Free Up 40 Hours a Month in Your Construction Business | E400 07/14/2025

How to Free Up 40 Hours a Month in Your Construction Business | E400 🚀Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 400: Are you constantly putting out fires in your construction business? Do you feel like you never have time to work on your business because you’re always reacting to problems? For many business owners, it’s easy to believe that freeing up time means hiring extra help. But I’m here to tell you—you can reclaim 40 hours a month of your time without bringing anyone new on board. In this episode, we’ll explore how adjusting your approach to time management, task prioritization, and communication can help you take control of your business, reduce overwhelm, and stop operating in constant reactive mode. You’ll learn… Jeff Bezos’s secret to creating more time (instead of managing it) The importance of identifying the root cause of recurring problems Common time and energy drains for construction business owners How eliminating free estimates can save you serious time …and more! If you’re ready to stop firefighting and finally take back control of your schedule, this episode is for you. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Stop believing the “I don’t have the time” lie (02:13) Common time drains in construction businesses (05:26) How to focus on high-impact activities (09:13) Use the 5 Whys method to find the root causes (20:49) Breaking the vicious cycle of reactive work (33:20) Why you need proactive communication (39:27) Eliminate free estimates to save time (45:51) Additional Resources: ⚡Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37383835

5 Ways Right-to-Left Thinking Can Work for You | E399 07/07/2025

5 Ways Right-to-Left Thinking Can Work for You | E399 🚀Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 399: Do you often find yourself reacting to problems instead of making progress? Many construction business owners feel like they’re stuck in a loop of chaos, constantly chasing the next urgent task. But what if you could get ahead of the game? What if you could plan for success rather than react to it? What if you could finally check off the goals that have been collecting dust on the shelf? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll reveal a simple but powerful way to transform your business using “right-to-left” thinking. Here’s what we’ll cover: What right-to-left thinking is, and how it differs from traditional goal setting How working backwards from your goals can help your business grow with less stress 5 key areas in your business where you can apply right-to-left thinking How these shifts will give you greater clarity in your business and help you make better decisions The impact of a solid handoff process on projects …and more! Want more clarity and control in your business? Don’t miss this episode. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The problem with left-to-right thinking (00:19) What right-to-left thinking really means (03:02) Using right-to-left thinking for big picture strategy planning (03:34) Setting financial targets and breaking them down (07:23) Strategic sales forecasting using right-to-left thinking (14:04) Nailing the handoff in project management (17:31) Hiring with the end in mind (26:53) Final thoughts (31:58) Additional Resources: ⚡Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37288210

The Secret to Building Client Trust and Team Loyalty with Brady Fry | E398 06/30/2025

The Secret to Building Client Trust and Team Loyalty with Brady Fry | E398 🚀Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 398: Still struggling with chaos in your construction business? You’re not alone. A lot of construction business owners assume that chaos comes from rapid business growth, but that’s a myth and that’s what keeps you stuck. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge Podcast, I sit down with Brady Fry, the owner of Fry Classic Construction, who shares valuable insights on managing a construction business with efficiency and clarity. Today, you’ll learn… How Brady’s experience in the music industry helped him deal with construction issues Why he strategically stopped using the word “estimate” How to avoid common pitfalls when managing client expectations What makes clarity a competitive edge in negotiating prices and schedules The role of psychology in running a successful business The virtuous cycle of hiring talented people …and more! If you’re ready to cut the chaos, build a winning team, and manage client relationships with ease, this episode is for you. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Brady Fry of Fry Classic Construction (01:38) How Brady’s background in the music industry helped him (07:52) The importance of staying calm under pressure (13:04) Why understanding psychology is key to running a business (18:40) Why Brad stopped giving free estimates and what he does instead (24:49) The power of strategic communication in construction (35:22) Building trust with clients through clear expectations (49:46) Signs you're lacking clarity around roles and accountability (1:05:50) Why talented people don’t always want to start their own business (1:11:38) The virtuous cycle of hiring talented people (1:18:57) Additional Resources: ⚡Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Follow Brady Fry on and ⚡Check out Fry Classic Construction – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37201930

Build Your Business So You Can Sell It with John Warrillow | E397 06/23/2025

Build Your Business So You Can Sell It with John Warrillow | E397 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 397: Have you ever thought about selling your construction business? Many construction business owners believe that all businesses are meant to be sellable. But here’s the truth: selling a business isn’t just about finding a buyer—it’s about building something that can thrive without you. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge Podcast, I’m joined by John Warrillow, the expert in business value creation. Today, he shares why most construction businesses aren’t sellable and how you can transform yours into a valuable asset. Listen in as he also breaks down… The Trojan Horse effect–a secret that can increase your business’s value What is TVR, and why is it important When is the best time to sell your construction business Disastrous mistakes to avoid when selling a business Clauses to watch out for during a transaction The #1 thing sellers do to sabotage themselves …and more! If you want to know how to build a business that thrives without you and is irresistible to potential buyers, make sure to watch or listen to this episode. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Why most construction businesses are unsellable (02:33) John’s background in business sales and his journey (04:21) The importance of identifying a TVR business model (07:24) The Trojan Horse effect of subscription models in business (13:39) Why recurring revenue is interesting for a potential buyer (17:51) Understanding when to sell your business (22:19) Biggest mistakes in selling businesses and how to avoid them (35:01) Why business owners should perform due diligence on potential buyers (39:13) Clauses to watch out for when selling your business (41:30) What do silent auctions and being dressed for success mean? (43:25) How to get the best deal when selling (48:09) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Follow John on and (formerly Twitter) ⚡Check out Built to Sell for more information – ⚡Follow us on , , and ⚡Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37089725

Downsizing Could Be the Key to Explosive Growth in Your Construction Business with John Wojtas | E396 06/16/2025

Downsizing Could Be the Key to Explosive Growth in Your Construction Business with John Wojtas | E396 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 396: Are you tired of dealing with constant delays, cost overruns, and frustrated clients on your construction projects? You’re not alone. Most construction problems can be prevented even before work begins. And this week’s guest has cracked the code. In this episode, we’re joined by John Wojtas, owner of PAXISgroup, a custom home building company based in Georgia. Today, John shares how his decision to downsize his business in 2020 allowed him to focus on quality work and efficient growth. He discusses the critical role of pre-construction agreements and planning in preventing costly overruns and delays. Listen in and discover… Why John believes construction isn’t a building business What led him to downsize from 40 employees working across 19 states How 80% of schedule overruns can be prevented Why his company doesn’t bid on projects The surprising benefits of using a pre-construction services agreement …and more! If you’re ready to start delivering successful projects consistently (without any delays), you don’t want to miss this episode. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet John Wojtas (02:00) Why John downsized from 40 employees across 19 states (09:26) Commercial construction skills applied to residential construction (11:43) The importance of pre-construction services (14:15) How proper planning mitigates potential delays and cost overruns (16:53) Benefits of using pre-construction agreements (19:55) The importance of building relationships and communication with clients (23:16) From reactive to proactive business management (32:23) What led John to join the mastermind group? (42:56) The power of pause (48:04) The impact of investing in people and communication (52:12) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Follow PAXISgroup on and ⚡Visit PAXISgroup’s official website for more information -- ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/37009310

What Most Construction CEOs Get Wrong About Success | E395 06/09/2025

What Most Construction CEOs Get Wrong About Success | E395 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 395: Most construction business owners believe that success is all about “getting it”. Getting that big contract. Hitting that revenue goal. But chasing milestones can feel exhausting and overwhelming. Around 70% of construction businesses shut down within five years. What’s even more alarming? Construction has the second-highest suicide rate of any industry. What if many of the deepest struggles owners face stem from one flawed belief? In this episode of Construction Leading Edge Podcast, I’ll share a powerful mindset shift for construction CEOs and business owners. Listen in and learn… Why preparation, not just achievement, is the real key to lasting success How to sustain success without burning out The hidden cost of shortcuts and risk-taking How amateurs and professionals prepare differently …and so much more! Ready to stop scrambling and start sustaining success? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The biggest lie from the Karate Kid movie (00:30) Symptoms of wrong beliefs in construction CEOs (03:26) Tanner’s story about wanting to be a catcher (04:57) The problem with focusing only on “how do I get it?” (06:40) Charles Barkley’s turning point story (11:13) The mindset shift questions (13:38) Lessons from a Navy SEAL on training (15:43) Four key challenge questions for CEOs (19:17) Business owners who are focused on sustaining success (21:32) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Listen to Episode 299 on Growing a Custom Home Building Business with Alex Gregg ⚡Listen to Episode 297 on Foundations for Scaling a Business to $50M with Shawn Dominguez ⚡Listen to Episode 286 on Nailing the Handoff with Max and Lori Christiansen – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/36859000

Built to Fail: Why Most Construction Businesses aren’t Sellable | E394 06/02/2025

Built to Fail: Why Most Construction Businesses aren’t Sellable | E394 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 394: If you’ve ever felt trapped by your construction business, like everything will fall apart the moment you step away, you’re not alone. Meet Stan. After 35 years of building a thriving construction business, he was ready to retire. But there was a problem—his business couldn’t survive without him. All the systems, knowledge, and decisions lived in his head. Retirement? Impossible. The business wasn’t just hard to sell—it was completely unsellable. So, in this week’s episode of The Construction Leading Edge, I break down why 80% of construction businesses are unsellable and how you can fix it. Today you’ll learn: How to spot business obsolescence in your operations Stan’s story and how he couldn’t retire after 35 years of hard work The 3 strategic reasons IBM was successful. How a business can be like a hostage situation. What “right to left thinking” looks like for big picture strategic planning. 6 mistakes that will sabotage your construction business …and more! If you’re serious about turning your business into a true asset that gives you freedom and wealth, this episode is your wake-up call. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Planned obsolescence in tech vs. construction (01:17) Case study: why Stan couldn’t retire after 35 years (03:23) Hidden reasons construction businesses don’t sell (14:13) Steps to design a sellable business (23:14) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/36771800

6 Months to Skilled Labor? This System Proves It’s Possible with Mike Brewer | E393 05/26/2025

6 Months to Skilled Labor? This System Proves It’s Possible with Mike Brewer | E393 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 393: What if the answer to your labor shortage isn’t in job ads or recruiters—but your warehouse? Today’s guest was done fighting for tradespeople. Instead of poaching skilled plumbers, he built a training program from scratch. Brewer Craftsman Academy turns complete rookies into $60-$80K/year professionals in just six months—and it’s working. His company now builds 23% of homes with workers who had zero experience just a year ago. How exactly did he do it? Join me in this week’s episode of The Construction Leading Edge with Mike Brewer, founder and CEO of Brewer Companies, as he reveals how a simple shift in perspective turned into a game-changing strategy for solving the skilled labor crisis. Listen in and discover: How Mike turned a tagline into a powerful business philosophy What helped him avoid business collapse—three times Why professionalism isn’t just a buzzword, but a leadership principle How the academy boosted retention from 10% to 70% Why do they provide financial management training for their new hires The power of staying in your lane and understanding your limits ..and much more! Ready to change your workforce strategy? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Mike Brewer, founder of Brewer Companies (03:10) The game-changing tagline (05:34) Solving the skilled labor shortage head-on (09:09) Brewer Craftsman Academy’s training success & retention outcomes (12:56) Inclusion of women in the academy (25:24) The secret behind the academy’s high success rate (32:03) Transitioning from technician to CEO (41:41) What Mike learned from nearly losing the business three times (49:48) Importance of coaching and the EOS model (54:20) Episode wrap-up (57:58) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – ⚡Follow Brewer Craftsman Academy on Facebook ⚡Fast-track your plumbing career at Brewer University ⚡Learn more about the Brewer Companies – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/36696770

How $10M Construction CEOs Think Differently | E392 05/22/2025

How $10M Construction CEOs Think Differently | E392 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 392: Why do some contractors scale to $10M and beyond, while others stay stuck? Most construction business owners believe that working harder and saying “yes” to everything is the key to growth. But here’s the truth: saying yes to every job is how you build revenue, but saying NO to the wrong ones is how you build a profitable construction business. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge, we’re unpacking the five key mindset shifts that set $10M-a-year construction CEOs apart. Listen in and discover: The difference between being a builder and becoming a true construction CEO Why relying on gut feeling can cost you more than you think How to design systems that prevent chaos before it starts Why waiting until you’re “ready” is exactly what keeps you stuck where you are …and so much more! Ready to escape the chaos and scale with confidence? Tune in now to learn more! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Why some construction businesses scale and others don’t (01:39) From firefighting to system design (04:59) Build the machine; don’t be the machine (06:45) Growth means saying no to the wrong work (08:50) Build the machine that builds projects (12:56) From gut feeling to data (16:34) Think like a $10M CEO (18:54) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team ⚡Watch episode 281 with Mikhail Gannage -- ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/36640245

How to Create a Killer Lead Generation System for Your Construction Business with Logan Shinholser | E391 05/19/2025

How to Create a Killer Lead Generation System for Your Construction Business with Logan Shinholser | E391 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 391: You’ve built your construction business on word of mouth and referrals. Things were booming—until they weren’t. Now what? If your phone isn’t ringing as much, and you’re worried about what the future holds for your construction business, you’re not alone. Many contractors are facing the same challenge. But there’s good news—there’s a better way to generate leads (no cold calling required!). In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge, I sit down with Logan Shinholser of Contractor Growth Network about effective strategies to generate high-quality leads and grow your business. Today, you’ll learn… Why are many contractors underperforming with their marketing efforts The common misconceptions that are silently killing your marketing efforts How to use content marketing and video to build trust with potential clients What to do before hiring someone to update your website How to make your website SEO-friendly …and a whole lot more! Listen now to discover practical tips that will help improve your marketing strategy and get your pipeline flowing again. Let’s dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Lead generation challenges in construction (02:36) Shifting your marketing mindset (06:00) Common lead generation and marketing myths (09:11) How to build trust with potential clients online (13:17) Why video marketing works (19:36) Personal brand vs. business brand (25:28) Why experimentation and iteration matter (28:38) Top lead gen methods for construction businesses (33:08) Do this before you hire a web designer (43:52) Final advice (49:18) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team -- ⚡Check out Contractor Growth Network ⚡ Subscribe to Contractor Growth Network Podcast – ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/36601380

The Missing Link That’s Draining Profit and Breeding Chaos | E390 05/15/2025

The Missing Link That’s Draining Profit and Breeding Chaos | E390 🚀Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team – EPISODE 390: Are you constantly up at night thinking if your team has ordered the correct items? How do you have the confidence that things are getting done? Most construction business owners spend their days chasing updates instead of leading their teams. If that sounds like you, then there’s a crucial piece missing from your operations: a single source of truth. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge, I’ll share a powerful story from my father-in-law’s time in the ICU and how it inspired a business revelation. It’s all about how one simple, centralized system can bring clarity, accountability, and peace of mind to your operation. Listen in and learn… How to design a single source of truth that functions like a medical chart Why this system eliminates guesswork, micromanagement, and even sleepless nights A real-world example of how one business turned chaos into control What the “starving horse syndrome” is and how it’s quietly killing your results The secret sauce to building a scalable construction business …and a whole lot more. If you’re tired of being the bottleneck in your business, this episode will show you how to get out of the weeds and build a business that runs on systems—not you. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The single truth in an ICU room (00:25) Why businesses need a single source of truth (05:06) The “what”: step-by-step instructions (07:20) The “who”: single point of accountability (09:54) The “how”: teaching the answers to every question (14:02) The “tracking”: systematized performance evaluation (17:23) What a single source of truth does (20:48) Additional Resources: ⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team -- ⚡Watch or listen to episode 345 with Anthony Perera ⚡Watch or listen to episode 347 with Ashlee Mejia -- ⚡ Follow us on , , and ⚡ Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/constructionleadingedge/id/36572860

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