Best Generalcontractor Podcasts (2025)

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Exposing 6 Lies that Keep Construction Businesses Stuck in Chaos | E372 33:22

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☎️ Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HERE 👉 Learn how to make your business run without you HERE – EPISODE 372: Do you believe that chaos is inevitable in construction? Or do you feel like your business is too small for systems? Here’s the truth: chaos isn’t constant—it’s a choice. In this week’s episode of The Construction …

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4 Profit-Killing Mistakes Construction Business Owners Make and How to Fix Them | E371 30:59

7d ago30:59

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☎️ Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HERE 👉Join The Construction Financial Masterclass: HERE -- EPISODE 371: Is your construction business truly profitable? Many construction business owners believe that a steady stream of projects means their financials are good in shape. But more often than not, they find themselves overwo…

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Reduce Stress While Growing Your Construction Business with Tod Ingersoll | E370 53:51

7d ago53:51

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☎️ Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HERE 👉Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE -- 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…

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Secrets to Building a Multi-Generational Construction Business to $20M | E369 1:01:35

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EPISODE 369: Is your construction business stuck in chaos? How do you build a thriving multi-generational construction business? Join us as we uncover the secrets to creating a self-managing construction business that thrives for generations. In this week’s episode, I sit down with Rocky Rhodes, co-owner of Dusty Rhodes Homes–a Kansas City-based cu…

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How to Hire and Retain A-Players for Your Construction Business w/ Isaac Barlow & Derrik Shakespear | E368 51:28

15d ago51:28

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EPISODE 368: What if hiring the right people could solve most of your construction business problems? This week, Isaac Barlow, founder and former CEO of Busybusy, and Derrik Shakespear, chief revenue officer of Busybusy, reveal how construction business owners can attract and retain top talent. They unpack what makes an A-player thrive, why a flat …

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Pre-Construction Secrets That Built a $250M Business with Wes Palmisano | E367 54:24

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EPISODE 367: Is chaos keeping you from scaling your construction business? In this episode, I’m joined by Wes Palmisano, founder of WJ Palmisano Construction, who scaled his company to $250M and 250 employees by fostering innovation and streamlining operations. Wes shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting with his family’s construction legacy t…

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From $0 to $200M: The Ultimate Construction Business Guide with Torrey Hawkins | E366 1:02:24

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EPISODE 366: Want to scale your construction business without the chaos? Torrey Hawkins, President of Angler Construction, LLC, shares how he managed to scale his construction business to $200 million in annual revenue. In this week's episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Torrey to talk about... the biggest challenges in…

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10x Is Easier Than 2x | E365 1:11:33

1M ago1:11:33

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EPISODE 365: Scaling your construction business isn’t about working harder; it’s about working smarter. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Leyah Hostetter, Director of Customer Success, and Monish Khadye, Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) coach, to unpack the transformative strategies from the best…

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Why More Sales Won’t Save Your Business from Chaos with Cole West | E364 53:06

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EPISODE 364: Does your construction business feel like chaos on steroids? Join us in this week’s episode as we interview Cole West, the integrator at Matchless Concrete Construction, as he shares his journey from retail management to construction and how he embraced planning and clarity to transform operations. Learn how his company overcame ineffi…

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5 Steps to Creating a Foolproof Customer Acquisition System for Builders with Spencer Powell | E363 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

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EPISODE 363: Is your construction business relying too heavily on referrals? It’s time to rethink your marketing strategy. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Spencer Powell, founder of Builder Funnel, where we discuss in-depth on how to create a customer acquisition system that attracts the right customers consistently. Spencer reveals the ris…

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Pitfalls to Avoid When Scaling a Construction Business | E362 51:07

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EPISODE 362: Has your construction business been doing great lately and now you’re thinking about scaling up? Before you make any moves, you need to hear this. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by our Construction Leading Edge team, Leyah Hostetter and Monish Khadye, to dive into the common pitfalls of scaling a construction business. We break d…

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Breaking Free From the Construction Overwork Culture and Client Chaos w/ Kris Miller | E361 19:08

2M ago19:08

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EPISODE 361: Do you feel trapped by the constant chaos of your construction business? In this week’s episode, Leyah Hostetter, our Director of Customer Success, sits down with Kris Miller, President of KLM Construction, to explore the strategies that turned his business from a chaotic struggle into a well-oiled machine. Kris opens up about the impa…

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From Breaking Even to Big Wins: How Empowered Teams Drive Real Profits w/ John & Shannon Springstead | E360 29:02

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EPISODE 360: Is your construction business stuck operating on a zero-profit margin while you’re tied to it 24/7? It’s time to break the cycle, just like our guests did. Meet John and Shannon Springstead of John Springstead Construction–a father-and-daughter duo who completely overhauled their business. In this episode, John and Shannon share their …

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 372: 2024 Halloween Special 36:56

3M ago36:56

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On a special Halloween episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey is joined by ConstructConnect director of news media Vince Versace and contributing writer Peter Kenter to discuss both ghost towns and participate in our annual horror film geek-out. Peter has been crafting an article about ghost towns in both Canad…

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Why Saying “No” to Clients Could Save Your Construction Business w/ Dan Flansburg | E359 57:44

3M ago57:44

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EPISODE 359: Imagine being booked solid for the entire year but not with the right projects or clients. Sound familiar? Meet Dan Flansburg, owner of Flansburg Construction. This was Dan’s reality until he realized that saying “yes” to every client and project was holding him back. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dan, who shares his experien…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 371: The VRCA 2024 Awards of Excellence 16:45

3M ago16:45

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey and daily news editor Lindsey Cole look at not only the 2024 Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) Awards of Excellence but also the leading stories in construction across Canada. Lindsey spoke about the Ontario Building Trades convention covered by st…

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How to Get Paid for Upskilling Your Construction Employees w/ Krysta Van Ranst | E358 55:57

3M ago55:57

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EPISODE 358: Did you know construction companies are sitting on untapped training funds? In this week’s episode, Krysta Van Ranst of Building PPL–a consulting firm specializing in training and team building for construction companies–reveals how businesses can use state grants to fund training programs, upskill employees, and boost profitability. T…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 370: CIRP and Community Savings partner on Recovery Protection Program 15:26

3M ago15:26

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with Construction Industry Rehabilitation Plan (CIRP) executive director Vicki Waldron and Community Savings Credit Union vice-president of strategic partnerships Raj Khunkhun about their partnership in deploying the Recovery Protection Program (RPP), which …

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How Construction Business Owners Can Have an Empowered and Accountable Team by Fixing the Actual Problems | E357 1:04:46

4M ago1:04:46

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EPISODE 357: Do you feel stuck doing everything in your construction business? Or do you delegate tasks, but somehow, things still end up on your plate? In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’m joined by Monish Khadye and Leyah Hostetter to discuss why so many construction business owners have difficulty empowering their teams …

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 369: CIOB CEO Caroline Gumble 12:48

4M ago12:48

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) CEO Caroline Gumble about skilled trades recruitment and DEI initiatives in both the UK and North America. Gumble explained the CIOB has existed for 190 years and stands for science, ethics and practice of the buil…

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How a Lawsuit and Knee Injury Saved a Construction Business with Nate Mielke | E356 1:07:04

4M ago1:07:04

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EPISODE 356: Have you ever felt like your business was running you instead of the other way around? That’s exactly how today’s guest felt for a long time. In this week’s episode, I sit down with Nate Mielke, owner of Skäpar Design Build, to talk about how his challenges–a lawsuit and a knee injury–forced him to rethink his approach to running a con…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 368: 2024 ICBA Construction Innovation Summit 21:25

4M ago21:25

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey has two interviews from the Independent Business and Contractors Association’s (ICBA) 2024 Construction Innovation Summit. The first interview is with BuildForce Canada executive director Bill Ferreira, who addressed attendees at a session called The State of the C…

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The Key to Growing a Profitable Family-Owned Construction Company with Sam and Jake Holman | E355 1:06:17

4M ago1:06:17

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EPISODE 355: How hard could it be running a construction business with your brother? Meet Sam and Jake Holman, founder and owners of Project Nine Property Group, a UK based construction company specializing in high-end remodels, extensions, and renovations. In this episode, Sam and Jake share their journey from struggling entrepreneurs to running a…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 367: Richard Florida on Toronto’s waterfront 21:13

4M ago21:13

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with urbanist, author and Creative Class Group founder Richard Florida about a new report he’s written about the need to revamp Toronto’s waterfront. Great Waterfront, Great City compares Toronto’s development on its waterfront with other world-class cities …

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Critical Pitfalls Every Home Builder Needs to Avoid w/ Brad Haubert | E354 58:53

4M ago58:53

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EPISODE 354: Are you tired of constantly putting out fires in your construction business? Does it feel like you’re always one step behind? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Brad Haubert, a home building industry expert since 1993. Brad takes us through his journey from running a family-owned home building bus…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 366: B.C. Election Part Two with Chris Gardner and Brynn Bourke 32:52

4M ago32:52

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey has two interviews with Independent Contractors and Business Association (ICBA BC) president Chris Gardner and BC Building Trades executive director Brynn Bourke about who they’re endorsing and what they want to see for their sectors after the election on Oct. 19. …

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 365: Hard Hat History with Vince Versace 13:09

5M ago13:09

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with ConstructConnect director of news media Vince Versace about the long history of the humble hard hat. Invented by American Edward W. Bullard in 1918 the hardhat is both the first and one of the most vital pieces of safety equipment on site and an iconic,…

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Build Unbreakable Client Trust Even in Tough Times w/ Andrea and Ashley Fleschner | E353 1:03:10

4M ago1:03:10

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EPISODE 353: Running a construction business with your spouse can be quite challenging, but Ashley and Andrea Fleschner of Fleschner Construction have mastered the art of building client trust through their partnership. In this week’s episode, Ashley and Andrea reveal the secrets behind the success of Fleschner Construction and how trust has been a…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 364: Bill Black on the Calgary Green Line 17:39

5M ago17:39

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, Calgary Construction Association president Bill Black speaks with digital media editor Warren Frey about the many delays and governmental clashes affecting the City of Calgary’s Green Line light-rail transit project. Alberta premier Danielle Smith recently said she wants the project to proceed as …

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 363: How 9/11 changed construction 14:06

5M ago14:06

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with ConstructConnect director of news media Vince Versace on the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 about how the subsequent study of the tragedy led to new designs and building practices. Vince explained how new forms of egress were adopted in tall buildings in orde…

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Construction Accounting Mistakes Ruining Your Business with Chris Lee | E352 57:12

5M ago57:12

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EPISODE 352: Do you feel like your business is growing but not necessarily increasing in value? Today’s guest learned it the hard way and now shares how he turned it around. Meet Chris Lee, a seasoned construction and technology entrepreneur who started a contracting business in Austin. Revenue was doubling year after year–everything looked perfect…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 362: Construction goes to the Movies 21:17

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On this special episode of The Construction Record Podcast, as children and teens across North America make their way back to school for another year, digital media editor Warren Frey and ConstructConnect director of news media Vince Versace discuss construction as seen in the movies. Films and television can inspire future career choices for young…

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The Secret to Building a Self-Managing Construction Business w/ Eric Brownson | E351 21:37

5M ago21:37

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EPISODE 351: Imagine waking up every morning feeling like you’re three hours behind. Your phone is ringing nonstop and you haven’t even had your first cup of coffee. Sounds familiar? For over 20 years, this was the daily grind for our guest as a seasoned construction business owner. But everything changed when he joined our Systematize Your Constru…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 361: The B.C. election with Jeannine Martin and Chris Atchison 16:45

5M ago16:45

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey interviews Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) president Jeannine Martin and British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) president Chris Atchison about the upcoming B.C. election. The B.C. election race was upended on Aug. 28 when BC United lead…

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Double Your Revenue While Cutting Work Hours in Half w/ Jacob Richmond | E350 1:06:16

5M ago1:06:16

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EPISODE 350: Is it really possible to double your revenue while cutting your work hours in half? Jacob Richmond didn’t believe it–until he made it happen. In this week’s episode, I interview Jacob Richmond, owner of Richmond Construction, a general contracting company based in Washington specializing in custom homes and large additions. Today, Jaco…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 360: Wesgroup CEO Beau Jarvis on housing and regulations 13:21

5M ago13:21

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks to Wesgroup president and CEO Beau Jarvis about dealing with the housing crisis from a developer perspective. Wesgroup recently released a video titled “Housing Crisis 101: Why Homes Don't Just Happen” (embedded below) which illustrates through animation how…

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How to Get Out of Estimating: A 5 Step Process | E349 35:42

5M ago35:42

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EPISODE 349: Are you tired of being chained to your desk, doing estimates, and feeling like your business can’t run without you? It’s time to ditch the estimator hat once and for all and start putting on your CEO hat! In this week’s episode, I’ll reveal a five-step process to help you construction business owners transition out of your estimating r…

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The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 359: Economist Jack Mintz on Canada’s infrastructure 16:00

6M ago16:00

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with economist and President’s Fellow at the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy Jack Mintz about Canada’s reinvigorating and expanding ageing infrastructure. Mintz said privatization is one possible route to increasing infrastructure across Can…

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This is How to Break Free from the Owner's Trap in Your Construction Business 1:00:42

6M ago1:00:42

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EPISODE 348: Do you find yourself working late into the night, constantly putting out fires in your construction business? This week’s episode might be just what you need. Meet Travis Balcom, owner of TAB Construction LLC, a custom home-building company based in upstate New York. Travis shares his transformative journey from being the bottleneck in…

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The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 358: Cobots and construction with BCIT’s Mathew Smith 15:07

6M ago15:07

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with BCIT Centre for Welding Technologies and Metallurgy director Mathew Smith about “cobots,” robots designed to work collaboratively with students and workers in industrial environments. Smith said cobots differ from traditional industrial robots in size,…

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Growth Tactics For Your Family-Owned Construction Business with Ashlee & Alexis of MDT Inc. | E347 1:08:35

6M ago1:08:35

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EPISODE 347: Running a construction business is tough. It even gets challenging when you’re doing it with your family. However, these two sisters found a way around to turn chaos into order. In this week’s episode, I sit down with sisters Ashlee Mejia and Alexis Izquierdo of MDT Inc., a contracting firm based in Southern California and students of …

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The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 357: ConstructConnect chief economist Michael Guckes 21:22

6M ago21:22

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with ConstructConnect chief economist Michael Guckes as he details his plans for his new role. Michael and Warren discussed what’s in store for the economy as summer turns to fall including the possibility of a rate cut from the Federal Reserve as well as t…

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How Technology Can Efficiently Scale Your Construction Business | E346 1:08:32

6M ago1:08:32

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EPISODE 346: Are you tired of the chaos in your construction business? Do you wake up at night worrying about project management and cash flow? Today’s guest might have the solution you need. Meet Eric Fortenberry, the founder and CEO of JobTread, an all-in-one construction project management software for builders and contractors. Today, Eric share…

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The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 356: Site safety trends with Terry Dussault 25:37

6M ago25:37

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with Yellowknife Consulting Services president Terry Dussault about emerging trends and safety risks on worksites. Dussault highlighted rising risks such as struck-by incidents and the need for better respiration masks to deal with threats such as potential…

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Build a Brand: Why It’s As Crucial as Your Systems and Processes | E345 55:45

6M ago55:45

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EPISODE 345: What makes a construction company attractive to customers? In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Anthony Perera, a serial entrepreneur who has successfully built and sold multiple businesses, including a popular mud racing magazine and a multi-state HVAC company. Today, Anthony shares his journey from his first venture at 19 to his c…

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The Construction Record Podcast – Episode 355: Building accessibility with Mark DeMontis 16:52

7M ago16:52

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with Substance Group chief accessibility officer Mark DeMontis about how accessible buildings in B.C could be a new and lucrative market for developers. DeMontis said while there has been some resistance to BC Building Code changes that increase accessibilit…

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Insider Tips: How to Keep Your Client Pipeline Full Year-Round | E344 1:10:14

7M ago1:10:14

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EPISODE 344: Do you ever wish your construction business could run smoother, attract better clients, and be more profitable? Join us for a special roundtable discussion with the Construction Leading Edge coaches, Leyah Hostetter, Monish Khadye, and yours truly. Today, we share insider tips that have helped hundreds of construction business owners t…

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The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 354: The TAS Reconciliation Plan 14:15

7M ago14:15

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with both TAS CEO Mazyar Mortazavi and Creative Fire managing director Jordan Baptiste about the TAS Reconciliation Plan, a document intended to guide company actions as they engage with Indigenous communities to further development. Mortazavi described as …

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Why Neglecting Pre-Construction is the Biggest Mistake You Can Make with Mikhail Gannage | E343 1:21:56

7M ago1:21:56

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EPISODE 343: What’s the most important part of a construction project? Is it pre-construction or the building phase? If you answered the building phase, it’s time to reexamine your system and start prioritizing your pre-construction process. This week’s guest has a lot to share about this topic. Join me as I interview my good friend and owner of Ga…

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The Construction Record Podcast™ – Episode 353: immigration and the labour shortage 24:40

7M ago24:40

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On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast™, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with both BC Building Trades executive director Brynn Bourke and British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) president Chris Atchison about Canada’s immigration system and how it intersects with an ongoing labour shortage in the construction industry. …

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