

Construction Champions Podcast
Ron Nussbaum
What does it take to be a Construction Champion?
Welcome to Construction Champions Podcast, where the top minds in construction share the strategies, mindset, and innovations needed to win every day. Hosted by Ron Nussbaum, this podcast delivers real, unfiltered conversations with builders, contractors, home service professionals, thought leaders, disruptors, and visionaries who are redefining the industry.
Join the Construction Champions movement. Subscribe now and be part of a community committed to building a stronger, smarter, and more successful construction industry.
Welcome to Construction Champions Podcast, where the top minds in construction share the strategies, mindset, and innovations needed to win every day. Hosted by Ron Nussbaum, this podcast delivers real, unfiltered conversations with builders, contractors, home service professionals, thought leaders, disruptors, and visionaries who are redefining the industry.
Join the Construction Champions movement. Subscribe now and be part of a community committed to building a stronger, smarter, and more successful construction industry.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 26min
Customer Service Is the Secret Weapon in Construction Stephen Wiles
In the construction industry, most companies focus on tools, timelines, and tasks, but what about service?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum talks with Stephen Wiles, President of Redbox+ Dumpsters, about how exceptional customer service is the real advantage in a crowded market.From answering every call to cleaning up job sites, Stephen shares what it takes to create a standout experience — and why contractors everywhere should be rethinking how they treat their customers.✅ How Redbox+ built a national brand on service✅ Why construction companies are losing trust✅ What today’s customers expect from pros✅ Simple changes that leave a lasting impactThis episode isn’t about selling dumpsters, it’s about raising the bar in construction.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectStephenwww.redboxplus.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenwiles/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jul 28, 2025 • 43min
The Real Reason Your Team Keeps Letting You Down Kevin Hill
Kevin Hill has built and sold multiple home service businesses and now helps others lead better as a master advisor with CEO Warrior. In this episode, he unpacks why most “accountability problems” are actually leadership problems, how ego kills your culture, and why asking about someone’s why will unlock more growth than any bonus ever could. If you’ve ever wondered why your team won’t step up or how to stop being your own bottleneck, this one is a must-listen.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectKevinhttps://www.ceowarrior.com/kevin@ceowarrior.comhttps://www.facebook.com/kevin.hill.545402Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jul 24, 2025 • 32min
How This Woman Built a Construction Empire From Scratch Ann McNeill
Ann McNeill is one of the first Black female contractors in Florida and after 45 years in the game, she’s not slowing down. In this episode, Ann breaks down the five businesses every contractor is actually running, why most of us never learn to make our money make money, and how niching down is the secret to wealth in construction. She’s built multiple companies, worked on billion-dollar programs, and still calls herself a small business. This episode is legacy-level knowledge from a true champion.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectAnnhttps://www.annmcneil.com/Phone: (786) 546-0184Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jul 21, 2025 • 36min
How to Build a Brand That Actually Means Something Christene Marie
What if your construction business could be your legacy and your brand was the reason it lasted? Christene Marie, fourth-generation tradeswoman and founder of multiple marketing companies, joins the show to explain why most construction businesses don’t invest in branding: it’s not a money problem, it’s a self-worth problem. She breaks down how personal mindset, values, and leadership shape how a company looks, feels, and scales. This episode is a masterclass in building from the inside out.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectChristenehttps://christenemarie.com/https://www.youtube.com/@UC2mHaL9rBo0hBMxEURqlzFQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christenemarie/https://www.instagram.com/christenemarie_/info@theknowingagency.comRonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/Episode Bloghttps://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/post/why-your-construction-brand-feels-hollow-and-how-to-fix-it-with-christene-marie

Jul 17, 2025 • 36min
Why Most Construction Projects Go Sideways
Monika Zasada has spent over 25 years inside the construction industry, on every side of the table. She’s been a GC, client, and owner’s rep, and now she’s on a mission to fix the broken process behind nearly every construction project. In this episode, Monika shares how misaligned expectations, competitive bidding, and poor communication lead to chaos and how her “project curator” method turns construction nightmares into action movies with happy endings. If you’ve ever felt like you're stuck in a maze, this episode is your map out.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectMonika https://www.de-mazing.com/https://www.monikazasada.com/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jul 14, 2025 • 40min
How This Builder Runs Projects Without Chaos
Brian Seymour, founder of Springdale Custom Builders in Charlotte, reveals how his team delivers 10/10 results by running tighter job sites, setting clearer expectations, and building a vertically integrated operation. From keeping subs happy to handing off his first project as a PM, Brian breaks down what it really takes to scale your construction business the right way. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow without losing control, this is the blueprint.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectBrianhttps://www.springdalecharlotte.com/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jul 10, 2025 • 40min
Why Construction Hiring Feels So Hard (And What You Can Do About It)
Recruiting in construction doesn't have to be a never-ending battle. Ryan Hogan, Navy veteran and serial entrepreneur, breaks down the real reason most hiring fails and what to do differently. From EOS-powered systems to poaching top talent the right way, this episode will flip your mindset on what’s possible in recruiting. Whether you’re stuck thinking “there are no good people” or you’ve been burned by bad hires, this is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectRyanhttps://www.talentharbor.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan/ryan@talentharbor.comRonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jul 7, 2025 • 33min
Cash Rich or Just Busy? Why Profit Still Feels Like Stress
Leanne joins the Construction Champions Podcast to challenge the biggest myth in business: that more work equals more profit. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still stressed about money, this episode is for you.We break down the real reasons most construction businesses stay stuck in the cash-poor cycle and how to break free from it with a better mindset, cash flow clarity, and the right team around you.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectLeannehttps://www.profitwithleanne.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanneozainesmith/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/Episode Blog

Jul 3, 2025 • 32min
Why Contractors Stay Broke for 24 Years
Joe Crisara has seen both sides of the trades, 24 years of doing it wrong, and 24 years of building wealth the right way. In this episode, Joe breaks down the brutal truth about why most contractors stay broke for decades, how they overcomplicate everything, and the simple, repeatable changes you can make to finally start winning. From sales communication to client trust, this is a masterclass in what it actually takes to succeed in the trades.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectJoehttps://www.servicemvp.com/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Websitehttps://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/

Jun 30, 2025 • 24min
Why Great Leaders Still Suck at Communication
What if the best person on your team is also the one causing the most miscommunication?In this episode, Brent Lee, Marine Corps veteran and leadership coach, joins Ron to expose why communication is still the biggest blind spot in construction leadership. From decoding DISC assessments to building culture through values, Brent breaks down how mastering your own mindset can unlock a stronger team, happier clients, and fewer mistakes. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about becoming a better leader.Listen on Wreaths Across America RadioMondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectBrenthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-lee-0311/https://bmlee0311.wixsite.com/brentleehttps://www.skilleddevelopment.com/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/