Elevate Construction Ep.1449 - The Masugata (mah-soo-gah-tah) and the Genkan (GEN-kahn)
What if your construction site had two gates, one for entry, and one for alignment?
In this electrifying episode recorded live from Kyoto, Jason Schroeder takes lessons from ancient Japanese castle design and transforms them into a modern leadership framework every builder needs to hear.
Drawing from the Masu Gata (a defensive courtyard designed to trap intruders) and the Genkan (the sacred entryway of every Japanese home), Jason reveals a radical truth: your morning worker huddle is your Genkan - the moment that separates chaos from flow, and disunity from one team.
You'll hear powerful lessons from Japan's culture of respect, Toyota's leadership philosophy, and a story of how one former Lexus CEO explained why Suzuki fell while Toyota rose. It all comes down to loving the Gemba people , the workers and creating a jobsite culture where no one walks in unaligned.
In this episode, you'll learn:
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Why Japan's entry rituals can revolutionize your project culture.
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How to protect your team from "enemies of alignment".
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The real reason every job must have a morning worker huddle.
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How two gates can prevent disrespect, chaos, and safety risks.
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Why loving and training your Gemba people is the ultimate leadership act.
This isn't just about construction, it's about honor, respect, and discipline.
Step into the Genkan. Leave your shoes and your ego at the door.
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