The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

Cole West, project manager and integrator at Matchless Concrete Construction, shares insights from his transition from corporate retail to construction. He reveals how rapid growth led to chaos and inefficiencies, emphasizing that selling more isn't the solution. Instead, Cole discusses the 'Big 5' strategy and weekly planning meetings that enhanced accountability and streamlined operations. He highlights a critical mindset shift that saved the company $45k/month. Tune in to discover how systematizing business can transform firefighting into control.

Tod Ingersoll, founder of NuWood Creations, shares his journey scaling a construction business to seven figures. He discusses how embracing lean manufacturing principles transformed operations and discusses the importance of letting go for growth. Tod emphasizes the value of robust pre-construction planning in overcoming common project inefficiencies. He reflects on the ripple effects of rapid growth and how clear systems not only benefitted his team but also regained him valuable time. His insights are a must for any contractor aiming to thrive.

🚀Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ☎️Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE 📝Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the FREE Online Assessment HERE – EPISODE 414: Have you ever had a project delay wreck your schedule and cash flow? Most of us would argue that project slippage is beyond our control, but actually, it's not. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll unpack four powerful strategies to stop project slippage from derailing your business. Today, you'll learn… Why project slippage is more predictable than you think How to build a pre-construction system that protects your schedule What "overselling" really means (and why it's essential) Why your clients aren't the problem—your system is and more! If you've ever felt like your clients or circumstances are running your company, this episode will show you how to take the reins back. Let's dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) What happens when a project is delayed (01:59) Most contractors make this mistake (05:43) How to establish pre-construction milestones and expectations (07:45) Why you should sell more than 100% of your capacity (19:51) Why every project needs a firm go/no-go date (20:48) Have a flex track project ready to go (25:45) Quick episode recap (27:27) Why the problem isn't clients (29:25) 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 Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the FREE Online Assessment HERE – ⚡ 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 413: Have you ever felt like your construction business would fall apart if you stepped away for even a day? That's exactly how Steven Neuner felt for years. He found success, but was exhausted, overwhelmed, and the bottleneck for everything. Until his CFO and COO staged an intervention and told him, "We love you, but we're tired of being your assistant." That moment changed everything. He hired a proactive remote assistant (not another jobsite hire) and saw a 5x leap in productivity. Now, he's here to unpack everything. In this episode, Steven Neuner, co-founder of Superpowers HQ, shares how construction entrepreneurs can achieve more by doing less—using a game-changing strategy called flipped delegation. Today, you'll learn… Why you might be the biggest bottleneck in your business The flawed mindsets most entrepreneurs have about delegation What "flipped delegation" really means and how it works Why hiring a remote assistant is an investment, not an expense How burnout—not competition—is killing more businesses like yours …and more! If you're tired of being stuck in the weeds and want to break free from burnout, don't miss this one. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Misconceptions about remote executive assistants (02:02) What is "flipped delegation" and how it redefines leadership (03:53) How Steven Neuner started Superpowers HQ (06:09) Common mindsets that ruin delegation and repel good assistants (10:07) Symptoms of being the bottleneck in your business (15:59) How an EA can 5-10x your productivity (18:01) Time effort vs. results economy (24:00) Should you build systems before hiring? (29:15) Superpowers HQ's EA matching process (36:10) How entrepreneurs can delegate better (43:07) Advice for entrepreneurs stuck working in their business (49:17) Episode wrap-up (50:39) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE ⚡Download The Remote Assistant Playbook for Construction Business Owners HERE – ⚡Visit Superpowers HQ for more information HERE – ⚡ 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 412: Are you putting in the hours—maybe 60-70 hours a week—but your construction business still feels stuck? Have you hired people, bought software, and generated more leads, but somehow you're still the one solving every problem? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll reveal the real reason growth stalls for most construction businesses, and why it's not what you think. Today, you'll hear… The common pitfalls that keep construction owners stuck in firefighting mode Why more leads or "better people" won't solve your problems The cost of never solving your #1 business constraint A simple framework to pinpoint your biggest bottleneck with clarity How fixing just one thing can unlock growth, profit, and freedom …and more! Ready to find out what's keeping your construction business from scaling? Let's dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Business bottlenecks are like highway traffic jams (02:21) The cost of not solving your bottleneck (04:20) Common pitfalls construction owners fall into (11:15) Four-step framework to finding your #1 constraint (16:04) Why more leads won't save you (22:28) The truth about skilled labor shortage (25:50) Your next step + FREE playbook (27:16) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE – ⚡ 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 411: What happens when you realize you are the bottleneck in your construction business? Meet Travis Balcom, owner of TAB Construction LLC, a custom home-building company based in upstate New York. Last year, Travis was ready to quit. His construction business was growing, but so were the late nights, the headaches, and the burnout. He was the go-to for every problem—and it was breaking him. Travis realized he was the bottleneck in his business. Everything was in his head, and he needed to be involved in every aspect of the project. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Travis unpacks how he turned his business—and life—around. Today, you'll learn… How Travis transitioned from electrician to full-time custom homebuilder The danger of the "Just Enough to Start" trap in construction How the Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program helped him delegate and empower his team Why letting his team handle the planning improved efficiency and ownership How systematizing his business gave him freedom, balance, and growth ..and much more! If you're stuck in reactive mode, constantly firefighting, or just want more freedom from your episode, this episode is a must-listen. Let's dive in! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Travis's journey from electrician to homebuilder (01:41) Recognizing himself as the bottleneck in his business (09:28) The danger of the "Just Enough to Start" trap (15:13) Implementing the "Big Five" system for daily tasks (22:18) Importance of the "Nail the Handoff" process (23:53) A key aspect of the business that Travis didn't realize was crucial (30:01) Delegating planning to the people closest to the problem (34:05) Working on the business instead of in the business (41:30) The unexpected freedom that comes with delegating effectively (43:51) Why you should join the SYCB program and the CEO Alliance (45:49) Keys to implementing systems that transform your business (49:31) Rapid-fire questions (52:13) Additional Resources: ⚡Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚡Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE – ⚡Check out our TAB Construction HERE – ⚡ 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!

Ever wondered how to run your construction business like a winning sports team? Discover how the Moneyball strategy can redefine success by emphasizing behaviors over mere results. Learn why traditional metrics may be holding you back and how focusing on leading indicators can drive consistent performance. Explore how structured systems empower top performers and transform average team members. Plus, get insights on cultivating a culture of accountability and clarity in your business for lasting success.

Ryan Brining and Tom Battersby, co-founders of White Maple Construction, share their journey from finance to residential remodeling. They discuss how saying no to unsuitable projects became a strategic marketing tool. By establishing clear expectations and implementing pre-construction systems, they drastically reduced inefficiencies. Their innovative approach doubled their revenue without extending hours or increasing staff, proving that systems over chaos lead to smoother projects. They also emphasize the significance of structured roles and accountability in scaling successfully.

Most construction business owners struggle not from a lack of good staff, but from disorderly operations. The discussion highlights the critical mistakes made when trying to improve efficiency, particularly in the pre-construction phase. A three-step framework is introduced to tackle chaos and optimize margins. Listeners learn that hiring more people or purchasing software too soon may backfire. Assessing growth readiness is crucial for informed decisions, emphasizing the importance of structured processes to ensure sustainable success.

🚀Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ☎️Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HERE – EPISODE 407: If construction chaos is your normal, you're probably missing the systems that can fix it. Jeff Bowers, owner of Masterpiece Design Build, joins us to share the hard-won wisdom from decades in the construction industry and how everything changed once he stopped trying to be the best home builder and started becoming a business builder. Based in Stuart, Florida, Jeff has been building homes for over 30 years. But it wasn't until a crisis that he realized his business couldn't grow without real systems. That's when he discovered our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program and joined the CEO Alliance. In today's episode, you'll learn… The truth behind most customer horror stories (hint: it's not the drywall) How he rebuilt his business to run less with chaos The mindset shift that freed him to become a real construction CEO The systems that changed everything for his team and his clients …and more! Want to eliminate chaos and grow a construction business that runs without you? Tune in now! Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Jeff Bowers and his construction background (02:48) Dealing with economic downturns (10:08) Jeff's biggest realization while running his business (20:07) Importance of pre-construction and nailing the handoff (28:25) Symptoms of the "Just Enough to Start" trap (30:31) The real reason behind most customer horror stories (32:54) Key processes Jeff implemented to reduce chaos (38:25) What changed in Jeff's life after implementing systems (45:11) Why training to become a better business owner is crucial (49:28) The role of CEO Alliance in Jeff's transformation (56:11) Advice that Jeff wishes he'd known sooner (1:07:00) Rapid-fire questions (1:10:16) Additional Resources: ⚡Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ⚡Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HERE – ⚡Check out Masterpiece Design Build's website HERE ⚡Follow Masterpiece Design Build on Instagram HERE – ⚡ 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!