Episode 225: Leading a Legacy in Tile with David Guzman
David Guzman, the Director of Business Development for Continental Marble and Tile Company, discusses his company's history spanning over 100 years in the tile industry and how they have adapted to changes in contracting while maintaining relationships with clients. He shares stories of notable projects they have worked on throughout Southern California and how being involved in the trades from an early age influences his leadership approach today.
Episode 224: Respecting Your Team with Clifton Threadgill Homes
Bryan Clifton & Daniel Threadgill discuss starting their partnership after years of owning separate construction businesses. They share how focusing on building relationships with clients and trades through excellent communication is the secret to their success and quality level of work. Their referral-based business has grown through word-of-mouth as they continue to learn and improve their processes.
Episode 223: Empowering Leaders through Curious Questioning with Jesse Hernandez
Jesse Hernandez discusses his experience in construction and transition to helping businesses through communication skills and problem-solving techniques. He explains how he uses systems like the 5S's and live streaming to improve relationships and transform organizations.
Episode 222: Training the Next Generation of Industry Leaders with Justin Weidman
Justin Weidman discusses his role as an undergraduate coordinator and professor at Brigham Young University, where he prepares construction management students for careers in the industry through hands-on learning experiences and opportunities. He shares insights from working in the field and perspectives gained from both sides of the employer-employee relationship to benefit students and industry partners.
Episode 221: Mindfulness & Mental Health with Dr. Mona Amini
Dr. Mona Amini shares her background and experience in psychiatry and founding her practice Mind Over Manolos. She emphasizes the importance of mental health and wellness, resilience, living in the moment, and surrounding oneself with a supportive network. She also talks about incorporating telehealth into her practice to make mental healthcare more accessible.
Episode 220: Professionalism In The Construction Industry with Brad Robinson
Brad Robinson, president of Bradford Custom Homes and Remodeling, discusses how his company operates with a unique sales and project management model. He explains how they empower their “selling project managers” from selling a job and managing it to completion. Robinson also shares insights into how they focus on customer experience and continuously refine their processes.
Episode 219: Future Proofing your Career in the Age of AI with QuHarrison Terry
QuHarrison Terry implores becoming impressive at something and taking once-in-a-lifetime opportunities without overthinking it. He encourages striving for excellence in your craft and embracing emerging technologies like AI through literacy to stay ahead of changes
Episode 218: Sustainable Home Building Practices with Steven Sanders-Myers
Steven Sanders-Myers handles estimating and purchasing at Brightwater Homes, he shares their process for designing, building, and selling net-zero homes as well as developing communities with sustainability in mind. Key takeaways include: managing trade partner relationships, procuring and selecting materials close to projects, and educating clients on the benefits of net zero homes.
Episode 217: Organizational Culture, Measuring Critical Behaviors and the Power of Positive Reinforcement with Bill Sims
Motivational speaker, Bill Sims joins Brad to talk leadership, green beans and ice cream. Tune in to see how these three things are connected, and can be used to describe the major affect positive reinforcement has on behavioral change. Bill shares specific ways to encourage workplace motivation through effective communication, and organizational systems to help manage employees. Check out the episode for a deep dive on behavior science and how to be a more successful leader.
Episode 216: Building a Craftsmanship Culture and Running a Successful Small Business with Adam McKee
Adam McKee joins Brad for a conversation about the future of craftsmanship culture and the multiple roles you take on as a business owner. As the owner of his company Contemporary Woods, Adam shares what has helped his business grow and profit. Forever learning and finding new ways to improve, Adam and Brad discuss the importance of facing your obstacles head on, and staying motivated through challenging times. If you're in need of some inspiration, this episode is for you!
Episode 215: Personal growth is the key to SUCCESS and well-being with Abbie Mirata
Abbie Mirata discusses her career journey from home building to entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. She shares lessons learned from starting her own businesses and the challenges faced as a young female leader. Mirata also talks about creating the “joy joints” exercises to strengthen mindset and her work developing learning programs.
Episode 214: Cory Charles Discusses His Journey from Shy Salesperson to Successful Entrepreneur and Coach
Episode 214: Cory Charles discusses his journey from being a shy, introverted salesperson to becoming a successful entrepreneur and business coach.