The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

Discover how a $5 million custom builder found $400,000 in hidden profits without taking on new projects. The chaos stemmed from poor planning and outdated systems. By diagnosing issues like missed opportunities and inefficiencies, the hosts outlined a three-step solution that emphasizes documentation and effective pre-construction processes. They explore the importance of focusing on mission over wish lists and the impact of strategic management in transforming a construction business into a smoother, more profitable operation.

Tired of setting the same goals year after year? Discover why traditional goals often fail by ignoring the real constraints in your business. Learn to identify the bottlenecks that hold you back, like being too involved in operations or allowing profit leaks to go unchecked. Instead of a wish list, focus on one key mission to drive real change. Utilize a quick exercise to pinpoint and tackle your biggest constraint today!

Stop chasing the elusive 'unicorn' employee! Instead, learn how to build a construction business that thrives on strong systems rather than superstar hires. Discover why designing roles for results, not personalities, is key. Explore the risks of being a single point of failure and the importance of modular roles. Todd highlights how to document processes for consistency and scalability. Transform your business to run smoothly without solely relying on top talent.

Tired of chaotic construction business operations? Discover the four hidden structural traps keeping your business stuck in repeat mode. From the 'Just Enough to Start' method causing pre-construction chaos to the 'Owner as the Hub' dilemma preventing growth, you'll learn why clarity in roles is essential. Uncover the dangers of relying on tribal knowledge over documented systems, and understand that your business is producing exactly what it’s designed to produce. Time to explore practical options for real change!

Explore how to streamline your construction business with insights inspired by Elon Musk. Learn to challenge existing assumptions and cut out unnecessary processes. Discover practical examples, like removing complex electrical walkthroughs, to simplify operations. Emphasize fewer project types for increased profitability. Speed up cycle times using innovative tactics like FedEx sessions, and remember to automate only after simplifying your systems. This approach could transform how you run your business and prevent burnout.

Feeling stuck in your construction business? The problem might just be your identity. Discover how old mindsets can hinder growth and learn to think like an investor. Shift from being a do-it-all leader to creating leaders on your team. Explore the difference between building projects and building a business that builds projects. Unpack ways to redefine success and separate your identity from your business. It's time for a transformation that serves your life and elevates your enterprise.

🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE – EPISODE 420: If pre-construction is dragging on, you're not just losing time but also revenue, team capacity, and control. In this episode, I'm going to show you how to cut your pre-construction timelines in half and finally get your projects to the starting line on time. Here's what we're going to cover: The biggest mistakes contractors make at the beginning of a project Why do many projects die in pre-construction How to build a Work Plan Tracker that keeps everyone accountable The shift that gets everyone hitting deadlines Why you should think like a software developer Meetings and emails that will keep momentum going If you're tired of stalled jobs and projects that keep slipping into next quarter, don't miss this. 🎧 Hit play now and let's get your pre-construction process dialed in. Key Takeaways: Audio: Introduction (00:00) The secret profit phase (05:34) Go slow to go fast (08:12) Work plan tracker (12:45) Ask for commitments (15:23) Think in sprints (18:50) Use meetings as anchors (22:07) Weekly updates that matter (26:15) Documented process is the keystone (29:08) Additional Resources: ⚡ Pre-construction playbook: https://www.constructionleadingedge.com/apply ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE ⚡ Is Your Business Ready to Scale? Take the free assessment - https://todd-rofimfx4.scoreapp.com – ⚡Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚡Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode!

🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE – EPISODE 419: You're regularly putting in 70-hour weeks, but the needle still isn't moving. Calls. Texts. Problems. Decisions. It all falls on you. It may not be a time management problem but a design problem. In this episode, I'll explain why your business keeps pulling you back into chaos, and how to finally break free from the day-to-day firefighting. Here's what we'll cover: Why working harder won't fix your time problem The "Just Enough to Start" trap that hijacks your calendar How your business may be unintentionally designed to fail without you The hidden cost of running on tribal knowledge The key systems that protect your time and attention …and more. If you're constantly overwhelmed, feel like your business can't run without you, and want your life back, tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Overwhelm from texts, calls, and low-value tasks (00:24) CEO time should be spent on $1,000/hour tasks (05:56) Visualization of business without constant interruptions (10:28) Root Cause #1: The "Just Enough to Start" trap (17:36) Root Cause #2: Poor business design that relies on the owner (22:01) Root Cause #3: Business runs on tribal knowledge (26:43) How to identify which root cause affects you most (30:34) Call to action for qualified business owners (31:47) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE ⚡ Is Your Business Ready to Scale? Take the free assessment - https://todd-rofimfx4.scoreapp.com – ⚡Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚡Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚡Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode!

Discover why accountability issues often stem from a lack of clarity rather than laziness. Learn how defining clear outcomes for every role can transform your team's performance. Explore the importance of having documented processes and how they help eliminate chaos. Understand the role of a shared vision in motivating teams. Dive into common thinking traps that hinder progress and find out how outside help can accelerate implementation. Unlocking ownership within your team might just be a matter of establishing clarity in three key areas!

In this episode, Daniel Queen, founder of Built by Coalition, shares his transformative journey from a solo builder to a strategic leader in the custom home building industry. He discusses the crucial mindset shift that helped him stop being the bottleneck in his business. Daniel reveals why working harder isn’t the solution and how delegating tasks and clarifying roles empowered his team. His approach to systematizing operations not only freed him to focus on client relations but also significantly improved his company's efficiency and peace of mind.