Construction Genius How Construction Leaders Win by Playing Long-Term Games
Sep 9, 2025
Luca Dellana, an independent consultant and bestselling author known for his expertise in organizational challenges, dives into the art of playing the long-term game in business. He discusses the critical balance between immediate gains and sustainable success, shedding light on the hunter vs. farmer mentality. Dellana reveals how building trust and developing relationships are essential for leadership. He explores personal anecdotes, the impact of AI on skill acquisition, and strategies for overcoming short-term thinking, encouraging professionals to embrace patience and authenticity.
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Invest In Future Assets
- Playing long-term games requires trading short-term daily wins for future assets like skills, relationships, and trust.
- Neglecting non-urgent growth tasks causes a career plateau that blocks future advancement.
Hunters Vs Farmers
- Short-term "hunters" extract immediate value and can outperform initially but burn trust and limit long-term growth.
- "Farmers" play to improve future interactions and outperform over longer horizons.
Schedule Time For Growth
- Weekly or monthly, block a few hours to build skills, relationships, or trust so you avoid plateauing.
- If you spend a full month on urgent tasks only, expect stalled growth unless you change habits.
