skinny.

Latest / Workforce Skills with John Morris

Episode 86: Own the Mistake, Fix the Process: A $40K Lesson in Leadership

When a third-party inspection uncovers the wrong exterior paint on a major project, John owns the mistake—then turns it into a leadership and systems lesson. In this episode, he walks through how a costly error (≈$40,000) became a catalyst for stronger processes, clearer checkpoints, and a culture where everyone asks “why.” You’ll hear how he chose accountability over insurance, worked nights with the crew to make it right, and doubled down on daily logistics huddles, peer-to-peer mentorship, and team standards that win jobs repeatedly.

Highlights

Turning failure into process improvements…

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.