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The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget
Are you spending more time solving problems than actually leading in your construction business? The Construction Leadership Podcast helps executives build high-performing teams, finish on time and under budget—without all the firefighting and babysitting—so you can lead with clarity, consistency, and control. Hosted by Bradley Hartmann—author of 15 books for the construction industry who teaches leadership in the University of Oklahoma's Master's program for construction professionals—each…
Episodes
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget345 :: Clara Collins of S.W. Collins: Hard Work and Intention Befitting The 6th Generation
In episode 345, Bradley is joined by Clara Collins, Operations Manager at S.W. Collins. Clara shares her experiences working in the family business and the…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget344 :: The Negotiation Mindset - Excerpt From New Book on Negotiating in the Construction Industry
In episode 344, Bradley dives into the topic of negotiation, emphasizing its relevance in personal and professional lives. He stresses the need for consistent…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget343 :: Fresh Hats (and Leadership Lessons) Made Daily: Custom Patch Hats Co-Founders Scott Alexander & Brian Cox
In episode 343, Bradley is joined by Custom Patch Hats co-founders Scott Alexander and Brian Cox. They discuss how the company's rapid growth has been fueled…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget342 :: NFPO Pain Quantification: Your Hero Must Suffer
As we look forward to OSR Academy Cohort 2, Bradley explains why the 12-month development program for construction sales professionals could be a fit for you…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget341 :: Robson Pritchett: Spartan Leader and Co-Founder of Hoot, Camo Gear Created Around Nature's Stealthiest Predator: The Owl
In episode 341, Bradley is joined by Robson Pritchett, a project manager at Spartan Group and co-founder of camouflage company Hoot. They discuss Robson's…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget340 :: About My Lawsuit - Developing Your Personal Board of Directors
In episode 340, Bradley shares his personal experience of being involved in a lawsuit. He discusses his three-pronged defense strategy, which includes the…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget339 :: Eric Anderton on Construction Genius
In episode 339, Bradley is joined by Eric Anderton, a construction industry expert and host of the "Construction Genius" podcast. They discuss Eric's…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget338 :: Steve Chesin :: From Minnesota Bars to Vegas Casinos to Carpets N More
In episode 338, Bradley is joined by Steve Chesin, owner of Carpets N More. They discuss Steve's journey into the flooring business, from relocating from…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget337 :: Air, The New Movie About Nike and Sonny Vaccaro :: Excerpt From Yes, Fear Works
In episode 337, Bradley shares an excerpt from his upcoming book, Yes Fear Works, But There's a Better Way and examines Nike's early strategy in becoming a…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget336 :: Jason Amador-Locher and Jennifer Hoops of Higharc - Live From IBS Las Vegas
In episode 336, Bradley is joined by Implementation Lead, Jason Amador-Locher and Director of Implementation, Jennifer Hoops from Higharc. They discuss the…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget335 :: From Australian Footy to Big 12 Football :: Tom Hutton and Dr. Heather Yates of Oklahoma State University
In episode 335, Bradley is joined by Tom Hutton, a 33-year old Australian college football player at Oklahoma State University and Dr. Heather Yates…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget334 :: Paul Levin, VP/Director of HS&E at Sundt Construction on Stopping the S*** That Can Kill You
In episode 334, Bradley is joined by Paul Levin, Vice President/Director of HS&E at Sundt Construction. Paul explains how Sundt took a different approach to…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget333 :: How to Develop Amazing Leaders with Emily Brown of McCownGordon Construction
In episode 333, we revisit a conversation Bradley had with Emily Brown, Vice President of Learning & Development at McCownGordon Construction. Bradley and…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget332 :: The Construction Leadership Game Show - Episode I
In a very special ground-breaking episode, Bradley brings the FIRST construction industry game show to the masses! On The Construction Leadership Game Show…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget331 :: The Trouble with Takeoffs: Chase Hackner of Paradigm Estimate
In episode 331, Bradley is joined by Chase Hackner, Sales Manager at Paradigm Estimates. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of takeoffs in the…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget330 :: Texas A&M Professor Randy Birdwell Round-Robin Q&A with Ragen Martinek and Addison Thompson
In episode 330, Bradley is joined by Texas A&M Professor Randy Birdwell. Randy discusses the importance of teaching critical thinking, verbal and written…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget329 :: Scott Galloway's Take on Home Depot Earnings and The Construction Industry Index
In episode 329, Bradley shares a recent clip from the "The Prof. G Podcast," featuring Scott Galloway, a marketing professor at the NYU Stern School of…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget328 :: Scott Peterson, CEO of Interstates: Leadership and Innovation
In episode 328, Bradley is joined by Scott Peterson, CEO of Interstates. They discuss the importance of creating a safe work environment where individuals feel…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget327 :: Marissa Fahrig of Buffington Homes and Matt Collins of the Mainspring Group - Live from IBS in Las Vegas
In episode 327, Marissa Fahrig, Process Improvement at Buffington Homes, and Matthew Collins, Managing Member at The Mainspring Group join Bradley from the…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget326 :: Madness Beyond March :: The Learning is Always Optional
As March Madness continues to roll through the nation, many of you have brackets that have already gone bust. Bradley is no different. In episode 326, Hartmann…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget325 :: Ben Jenkins, Founder of Warstic Sports, Inc. - It's not the Weapon, It's the Warrior
In episode 325, Bradley is joined by Co-Founder of Warstic, Ben Jenkins. They discuss the importance of branding and why it can be so difficult to get right…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget324 :: AXA XL's Gary Kaplan on Project-Based Leadership
In episode 324 of The Construction Leadership Podcast, Bradley Hartmann is joined by Gary Kaplan, President of Construction at AXA XL. Gary touches on how he…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget323 :: Varsity Sports + Leadership with Jon Vaughan, Regional VP at US LBM
In episode 323, Bradley is joined by Regional Vice President at US LBM, Jon Vaughan. They discuss how leaders can learn from Indianapolis Colts owner Jim…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget322 :: Jared Yando: The Curious Case of the Tenured Professor Returning to Build
In episode 322, Bradley is joined by Jared Yando, Sr. Project Manager at Schoolhouse Construction Services. They discuss the challenges of working with school…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget321 :: Major League Case in Favor of Micromanagement
In episode 321, Bradley examines Major League Baseball's new rule changes designed to speed up the game and give back more time in your life. He explains why…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget320 :: Crystal Pieschel of Mid-Cape Home Centers - Building Relationships on the Cape
In episode 320, Bradley is joined by Crystal Pieschel, Director of Marketing at Mid-Cape Home Centers, a division of US LBM. They discuss building…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget319 :: Chaos Is a Ladder. Volatility Is Opportunity.
In episode 319, Bradley explores the Relationship² Leadership Model. This is the concept of building relationships with people and, the often overlooked, new…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget318 :: Barry Wurzel, President of Wurzel Builders - Leadership Styles from Nick Saban to Yoda
In episode 318, Bradley is joined by Barry Wurzel, President of Wurzel Builders. They discuss Nick Saban's leadership philosophy around "trusting the process."…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget317 :: What The Hell Is Happening With the Economy and Building Materials Pricing? Matt Saunders of John Burns Real Estate Consulting Explains It All
In episode 317, Bradley is joined by Matt Saunders, Senior Vice President of Building Products at John Burns Real Estate Consulting. They discuss the current…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget316 :: Whitney Hill, Co-Founder of SnapADU on Leading the Granny Flat Revolution
In episode 316, Bradley is joined by Whitney Hill, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at SnapADU. They explain what an ADU is and what it stands for…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget315 :: Andrew Luck: Humble, Hungry, and Smart Personified
In episode 315, Bradley discusses Patrick Lencioni's book The Ideal Team Player, which reveals what ideal team leaders should be, and how former Indianapolis…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget314 :: Expert Safety Panel featuring Tricia Thibodeaux of Fluor, J.D. Slaughter of S&B Engineers, Jeremy Stovall of Brookstone, and Todd Svihovec of Flint Hills Resources
In episode 314, Bradley leads a panel discussion in Houston at a Safety Symposium led by the National Academy of Construction, in conjunction with Texas A&M…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget313 :: The Risk of Constant Learning
In episode 313, Bradley examines the recent phenomena of companies laying off employees, despite, high profits. He explains how the risk of constant learning…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget312 :: Levi Smith, CEO of Franklin Building Supply on Accelerating Your Path to Leadership
In episode 312, Bradley visits with CEO and President of Franklin Building Supply, Levi Smith. Levi shares some tips on how you can accelerate your path to…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget311 :: A Leadership Pit-Stop with Barrett Burt of Ganahl Lumber
In episode 311, Bradley is joined by General Manager of Ganahl Lumber, Barrett Burt. They discuss the unique Ganahl lumber yard. Barrett shares his perspective…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget310 :: The Leadership of WXRT's Lin Brehmer (1954-2023)
In episode 310, Bradley remembers famous WXRT disc-jockey and Chicago personality, Lin Brehmer, who recently passed away. Bradley shares a unique story about…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget309 :: Todd Sattersten: The 100 Best Business Books of All-Time
In episode 309, Bradley is joined by Author and Bard Press Publisher, Todd Sattersten. Todd shares a glimpse into the publishing world by offering advice on…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget308 :: Southwest, The Parable of The Ass-Kicking Line, and You
In episode 308, Bradley uses the Southwest Airlines fiasco that left thousands stranded over the holidays as a lesson to those in the construction industry who…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget307 :: Innovation and Differentiation with Key-Link Trio: Javan Lapp, Tim Smoyer, and Alicia Zywko
In episode 307, Bradley and Erik The Producer visited New Holland, PA, home of Key-Link Fencing & Railing. They were given an amazing plant tour by recently…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget306 :: Patrick Suermann of Texas A&M and Lauren Collins of Kiewit: Loyalty and Leadership Principles
In episode 306, Bradley is joined by Texas A&M Associate Professor and Department Head, Patrick Suermann and Sr. Business Partner at Kiewit, Lauren Collins…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget305 :: The Backfire Effect
In episode 304, Bradley explains The Backfire Effect and how it can hinder your leadership abilities. He also offers 4 rules to help you avoid The Backfire…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget304 :: Live From LBM Journal's Annual Conference on Sales Performance Analytics in the Construction Industry
In episode 304, Bradley delivers an important keynote speech at LBM Journal's Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado on the significant role analytics are going…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget303 :: Mark Harari of Remodelers Advantage: Zillow's Line Extension Debacle and The Remodeler Booty Call
In episode 303, Bradley is joined by Mark Harari, Vice President and Author at Remodelers Advantage. They discuss Zillow's line extension that went horribly…
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302 :: Elf - Leadership Lessons in Film
In episode 302, Bradley discusses leadership lessons that can be learned from the classic holiday film Elf with Data Scientist, Brock Lacy and returning guest…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget301 :: Holiday Book Buying Recommendations
In episode 301, Bradley helps those of you struggling to find the perfect holiday gift by offering several book recommendations you should consider. He also…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget300 :: Brent Hull and Mike Barrett: 100 Year Windows and Construction Innovation
In episode 300, Bradley sits down with owner and founder of Hull Works, Brent Hull and owner of Barrett Homes, Mike Barrett. They discuss designing the 100…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget299 :: Mis-Judging Ohtani, The Black Swan Innovation in Baseball
In episode 299, Bradley explains why we continue to discount the feats of Los Angeles Angels pitcher/outfielder/designated hitter/unicorn, Shohei Ohtani, while…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget298 :: Armen Alajian of Arto: The Empresario of Brick
In episode 298, Bradley is joined by Armen Alajian, owner of Arto Brick. In this roller coaster episode, Bradley and Armen touch on many subjects including…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget297 :: Bill Walton :: One-on-One Leadership Discussion with the NBA Legend
In episode 297, Bradley is joined by NBA Legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton at West Coast Lumber and Building Materials Association (WCLBMA) Annual…
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296 :: Bill Walton, NBA Legend - Keynote Live from WCLBMA's Annual Convention
In episode 296, Bradley introduces NBA Legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton at West Coast Lumber and Building Materials Association (WCLBMA) Annual Convention…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget295 :: Rikka Brandon: Recruiting and Hiring Expert, Live from the WCLBMA Annual Conference
In episode 295, Bradley is joined by Rikka Brandon, President and Chief Executive Recruiter at Building Gurus. Rikka reveals her 3S Framework you can follow to…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget294 :: WCLBMA All Star Panel Lineup :: Matt Saunders of John Burns Real Estate Consulting, George Emmerson of Sierra Pacific Industries, Steve Patterson of Central Valley, Steve Swanson of The Swanson Group, and Victor Fresca of Dixieline Lumber
In episode 294, Bradley introduces an all star panel at the West Coast Lumber and Building Materials Association (WCLBMA) Annual Convention that was held…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget293 :: Bill Lee: Kolbe Assessment to GSD
In episode 293, Bradley is joined by Sales Leader and Consultant Bill Lee. They discuss the importance of using assessment tests, such as the Kolbe A, to…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget292 :: Know Your Role. Do Your Job: The Risks of Wearing Too Many Hats
In episode 292, Bradley offers a preview of the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop being held April 10-12, 2023 in Ft. Worth, Texas. He also tells the story of…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget291 :: Negotiation and the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop
In episode 291, Bradley offers a preview of the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop being held April 10-12, 2023 in Ft. Worth, Texas. He also offers tips to…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget290 :: Time Management and the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop
In episode 290, Bradley and Erik: The Producer offer a preview of the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop being held April 10-12, 2023 in Ft. Worth, Texas. They…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget289 :: Sales Pipeline Management and the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop
In episode 289, Bradley and Erik: The Producer offer a preview of the 2023 Sales Fundamentals Workshop being held April 10-12, 2023 in Ft. Worth, Texas. They…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget288 :: Kimberly Simonson on Hurricane Ian Rebuilds and Risk
In episode 288, Bradley speaks with President of Simonson Design USA, Kimberly Simonson, about the devastation that Hurricane Ian caused in Florida. Kimberly…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget287 :: The Bold Look of Walking in Stupid Every Morning: RIP Herb Kohler, Jr. and Dan Wieden
In episode 287, Bradley examines the lives of two entrepreneurs who recently passed, Herb Kohler, Jr. and Dan Wieden. Herb Kohler, Jr. who led the Kohler brand…
The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget286 :: Maria Khokhlova :: Co-Founder of TraceAir, Drone-Driven Home Building Innovation
In episode 286, Bradley is joined by Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Trace Air, Maria Khokhlova. They discuss how to leverage tools and analytics to…