Interior design, business scaling, operational complexity, skilled labor, collaboration, communication, teamwork, project management, client expectations, design education

Filmmaker, Dijoun Farquharson, discusses how building relationships with clients has helped grow his filmmaking business and the importance of understanding timelines and budgets.

Interior designer Jamie Gasparovic, joins Brad to discuss the importance of collaboration, communication, and education in home design and construction projects.

Drew Prince, owner of Oak Hearth Homes, discusses how he uses social media marketing, real estate referrals, and quality construction to grow his business while balancing work and family life.

Ryan Englin, CEO of Core Matters, discusses attracting and retaining top talent in the construction industry, improving company reputation, implementing strong onboarding processes, establishing clear performance metrics, and developing strong leadership in the field.

Michael Short, the Sr. Director of Marketing Operations and Residential at Crestron Electronics, discusses using technology to simplify construction, how Crestron integrates into luxury home builds and superyachts, as well as marketing, launching new products, Crestron’s new podcast and addressing challenges in product development for the construction industry.

Anthony Jeffers, the Director of Project Development for Hensel Phelps, discusses his role in business development and the importance of understanding client needs, building trade partner relationships, and maintaining mental and emotional fitness in the complex and demanding construction industry.

Brad Leavitt interviews Dr. Gautam Gulati about incorporating wellness design principles into home construction to promote healthy living habits and reduce risks of chronic illness through intentional choices in materials, layouts, and amenities. They discuss strategies for balancing work and wellness using small design tweaks and how to approach clients interested in preventative healthcare through their homes.

Mike Weaver and Brad Leavitt discuss how to build strong relationships in the construction industry through custom product solutions and personal connections.

David James discusses his experience working at CERN and building particle detectors. He also talks about relocating to Arizona and starting a business focused on wine cellars and home renovations.

Brad Leavitt interviews Michelle Pierce about using technology and habits to optimize their construction businesses, and they discuss the importance of coaching, mindset, hiring practices, and communication strategies for collaboration and success.

Brad Leavitt and Joe Raboine discuss how outdoor living spaces positively impact mental health and well-being, and how companies like Oldcastle APG are streamlining product development and construction processes through collaboration to make these spaces more accessible and efficient to build. It also explores the evolution of outdoor living and how spending time in nature benefits people.