

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.
Episodes
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Jun 15, 2023 • 31min
Construction Champions Podcast 39 Luke Eggebraaten - Mindset Starts With Working On You!
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Luke Eggebraaten
and Ron Nussbaum talk about what a champion mindset is and why it matters so
much today. Luke also drops some fire on the foundation of marketing and social
media!
Luke’s Bio
Luke is a serial Dirt Entrepreneur who currently resides in
Gilbert, Arizona. Luke is the founder of Phaser Marketing which focuses on
digital marketing programs for excavation companies. They specialize in working
with 6-figure, 7-figure, and 8-figure construction companies that need help
taking their online presence up a notch. Luke also started a sister company
Dirt Work Marketing, is the co-host of the Dirt Bags Podcast, and is a partner
in the drag racing company Turf Wars Racing. He has also just released his
first book, “The Digital Dirt World” which can be found on Amazon!
Luke’s Links
https://phasermarketing.com/
https://dirtworkmarketing.com/
https://dirtbagspodcast.com/
https://turfwarsracing.com/
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Jun 12, 2023 • 25min
Construction Champions Podcast 38 Rob Baughman – The Impact Of Handing The Job Off Right
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Rob
Baughman and Ron Nussbaum talk about handing the job off and the mindset it
takes to work on this every day. How do we pull others up around us or let
others pull us up?
Rob’s Bio
“Just a city boy, born and raised in south Detroit…” are
popular lyrics that sum up Rob Baughman’s beginnings in the early 1970s. The
oldest of four children, Rob learned his work ethic early, watching his dad
labor tirelessly as a handyman to support their family in the inner city. Rob
joined the workforce at a young age, delivering papers before dawn
everyday—sometimes in several feet of snow—striving to please his customers.
At age 19, Rob married his high school sweetheart and moved
to Tennessee where the couple raised four children before Taira contracted
breast cancer in 2010. Rob took care of his wife and his children while working
three jobs and going to school full-time to earn his business degree. Taira graduated to Heaven in 2013.
Drawing from his experience in construction, customer service
and sales, Rob became a project manager for a Nashville-area contracting firm
soon after marrying his new-found love, Joy. One high point of Rob’s career
thus far has been his work on HGTV. Rob worked on multiple episodes of Listed
Sisters, Property Brothers: Buying And Selling, as well as the Scott Brothers’
production, Making It Home (2021).
Rob’s Links
https://remodel615.com/
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Jun 8, 2023 • 21min
Construction Champions Podcast 37 Kolton Myers – Building Referrals Through Integrity and Relationships
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Kolton
Myers and Ron Nussbaum talk about building a 7-figure business from referrals!
Kolton has mastered the action it takes and the follow-up needed to build high-level relationships with those in the industry and today he tells you what it
takes.
Kolton’s Bio
Born and raised in Arizona.
I had a difficult time through school. Not academically. I
was just a pissed off kid. I fought almost daily. How I was not kicked out of
school is beyond me. My mom dipped out when I was about 7 or 8. My step dad
adopted me. I say step dad but he was there since almost day one.
I pushed a-lot of friends away with my anger and hate. But I
learned from that and overcame all that BS.
Graduated high school in 2011.
In high school I worked at a car wash. Where shortly after
graduating I was promoted to site manager. I quickly became bored with the car
wash industry. I quit with no plan or back up job. I was hired on at a local
remodeling company. Quickly learned that I didn’t like hanging drywall. So I
put feelers out. My Aunts restoration company was seeking a helper.
So in June 2012 I was hired. About 6 months into the industry
I was thrown into a lead technician roll. Where I quickly had to learn the
industry and quickly built my skills of problem solving. I quickly found a
passion for the industry.
hard working by nature, I rose to the top of my aunts company
over the span of 10 years. October of 2021 some massive changes were up and
coming that I didn’t want to be apart of. I had an opportunity fall in my lap.
And that was to start my own restoration company. That’s where Diamondback
Disaster Services was born. My aunt new my plan but her now Ex husband did not
so as I planned my departure he found out what I was doing and rightfully let
me go on the spot in December.
He made it easy on me I wasn’t sure how I would have that
conversation. I truly do appreciate everything I learned from him and that he
introduced me to this amazing industry.
January 2022
Luckily I had a few months of months of planning under my
belt I had significantly reduced my personal overhead. Refinanced my house,
sold my Rzr, used funds from refinance to pay off truck and other debts and put
money in the bank.
A great Friend of mine Eric owner of Eco roofing solutions
gave me a sales job to help me out and give me something to do while I waited
for my non compete to expire.
June of 2022 we fully launched
June-December we did 650k in revenue!
2023 I plan on hitting 1.5million!
When I’m not taking care of clients and ensuring the highest
quality possible. I enjoy personal development, out door activities sports with
the kids, fishing, Off-roading, Pokémon battling and collecting with the kids,
and playing and collecting Magic The Gathering for me.
Kolton’s Links
https://instagram.com/thatrestorationguy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/kolton.myers.7?mibextid=LQQJ4d
https://www.facebook.com/DiamondbackDisasterServices?mibextid=LQQJ4d
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Jun 5, 2023 • 31min
Construction Champions Podcast 36 Josh Huite – The Vison Must Start With Understanding YOU!
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Josh Huite
and Ron Nussbaum talk about what the best version of yourself can really do for
your life and company. We unpack and travel down a road many will not address
when it comes to health and drinking in the construction industry.
Josh’s bio
I’ve been in the trades for 30 years now. During my formative
years as a tradesman, I was fortunate to have someone point me in the direction
that not only changed my life, but it also changed my business. The impact
those skills had, and still have, are just as valuable as the technical skills
I acquired over my career. They allowed the company and team to advance forward
in a saturated market where there was no standard. My drive and purpose now is
to share those skills, strategies and lessons to improve the standard,
perception and the appreciation of the men and women that build this country.
Coming to you as someone that has worked out of a toolbelt most of his life,
these principles I am sharing with you changed everything about me, my
experience as a technician, my influence as a LEADER and added tremendous value
to my clients.
Josh’s links
https://www.thetradesmanexperience.com
@thetradesmanexperience
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Jun 1, 2023 • 26min
Construction Champions Podcast 35 Ryan Englin – Construction Is The People Business
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Ryan Englin and Ron Nussbaum talk about branding your company in a way that not just
customers want to do business with you, that people want to work for your
company and be a part of your vision.
Ryan’s bio
Ryan Englin is passionate about supporting growing businesses,
particularly in blue collar industries, to build amazingly productive companies
by hiring the right people. Growing up, he saw his own father working 12-hour
shifts and weekends as an owner/operator, witnessing firsthand the struggles
that these companies have in hiring quality frontline employees. Ryan was
determined to help them find a better way.
His company, Core Matters, provides coaching and training on
attracting, hiring, and retaining rock star employees. Using his proven
process, the Core Fit Hiring System, small and midsize businesses learn how to
start hiring better people, faster. With almost a decade in the business, Ryan
has helped business owners achieve their goals by hiring the right people.
Ryan Englin - CEO and Founder of Core Matters, is passionate
about supporting growing businesses to build amazingly productive companies by
providing coaching and training on attracting, hiring, and retaining rock star
employees using his proven process, the Core Fit Hiring System.
Ryan’s links
https://corematters.com/ryan-englin-speaker/
https://corematters.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanenglin/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/corematters/
https://www.facebook.com/thecorematters
https://twitter.com/corematters
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May 29, 2023 • 28min
Construction Champions Podcast 34 Matt Dibara – What’s Your Companies Rubber Duck?
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Matt Dibara
and Ron Nussbaum talk about the roadblocks of hiring and what culture should
look like as you grow your company. With 104 years of data Matt continues to investigate
the corners of the room to improve his own company and helps others do the
same.
Matt’s bio
Fourth
generation mason Matt DiBara mixed his first bag of concrete at age 9 and went
on to spend most of his childhood learning the trade, eventually placing first
in the national SkillsUSA masonry competition. From there, he branched out to
attend the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, where he earned a degree in
Construction Management and Environmental Design.
After
graduating, Matt took over his family's construction business and relocated to
Los Angeles, where he went on to be mentored by the likes of marketing guru Jay
Abraham and business tycoon Mike Agugilaro of CEO Warrior fame. Since then, he
has built up DiBara Masonry to become the leading masonry and concrete company
in the county, working on some of the most prestigious and well known celebrity
homes in the city, in addition to restoring a number of Hollywood's most famous
cultural landmarks.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬
The Contractor Consultants brings clarity and accountability
to its partners by deeply understanding their current business while guiding
them through a detailed and personalized Guide to Freedom.
✔
Contractor-specific advice is always the answer.
✔
Advice should always be given with respect and from a deep understanding.
✔
True growth is achieved with passion & transparency.
✔
Wherever you are reading this from, thank a contractor.
𝐃𝐢𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐫𝐲
At DiBara Masonry, we are proud to be a fourth-generation
company. Michael Larusso and Matteo DiBara emigrated to the United States from
Italy in the early 1900s, leveraging the one skill they had to support
themselves: masonry. Each of them built his new home from brick and stone, with
the help of the neighboring community and from the ground up. At the time, it
may have appeared that they were merely constructing residences, but it would
turn out that they were building the foundation of a legacy that would last for
decades.
Matt’s Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdibara/
https://www.thecontractorconsultants.com/
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May 25, 2023 • 28min
Construction Champions Podcast 33 Les O’Hara – Are You Really The Head Coach?
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Les O’Hara and Ron Nussbaum talk about what it really means to be the head couch of
your business. They dive into what roles you should be hiring for and letting
go of TODAY if you want to grow your business and take it to the championship.
Les’s Bio
Personally estimated and closed million dollar plus
construction projects.
Took 4 different types of contracting businesses passed the 7
figure mark in revenues.
Back to back National Franchise of the Year in an HVAC
restoration company that was started from scratch.
Currently owns a masonry company that he manages in under 20
hours a week that did over $3.0M in 2021.
A world-class youth and HS football coach with an 88-15
career record.
But, his biggest accomplishment by far is his dream project:
His 4 boys and amazing wife of 26 years.What I can do:
Solve all kinds of problems and develop strategies to never
have them again.
Who I work best for:
Property managers/owners that want #contractinggreatness.
Construction business owners who are #buildinggreatness.
Aspiring athletes that are #chasinggreatness.
Why I do it:
To honor God and try to fulfill the dream of becoming a
full-time football coach one day when I retire.
When should you call:
NOW!
Les’s Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesohara/
https://www.thecontractorhuddle.com/
https://build12.com/home
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May 22, 2023 • 37min
Construction Champions Podcast 32 Angela Gardner & Christi Powell Authentically Mentoring The Industry
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Angela
Gardner & Christi Powell talk with Ron Nussbaum about having the opportunity
to help mentor the next generation of women in construction, the journey that
brought them both into the construction industry and the passion they both have
for seeing everyone win together.
Christi’s Bio
Christi is a servant leader who loves people, efficiency,
productivity, and results 💪. As a woman leader in the
construction industry, creating a culture of value and creativity for other
women has been a newfound dream of hers, she says she GETS to do this every
day!!
Christi Powell has worked in the commercial and residential
construction industry for over 30 years and is currently the Women's Business
Enterprise Lead for 84 Lumber Company.
A large part of Christi’s success comes from her
communication, business acumen, and supporting businesses with compassion. She
finds fulfillment in making an impact with inclusivity in the construction,
manufacturing, and industrial industries.
Christi holds several National awards such as Women of
influence, WBE Advocate of the year, Groundbreakers, Business Excellence, and
Changemaker. She serves on several boards to increase awareness of the value of
women needed in the industry while bringing her business acumen and strong
leadership skills to support change.
She is the co-host of Women Talk Construction, a podcast
highlighting women and men supporting women in non-traditional roles. The
website includes a forum where her large network of incredible women and men
can connect. She is also the Co-founder of Women Confidence Builders, a
non-profit event building confidence, encouraging mentorship, and creating a
unity with all people.
Angela’s Bio
Angela brings nearly three decades of industry-specific
experience in construction, engineering, and architecture with expert knowledge
in strategic and operational management to her role. Her main responsibilities
include community involvement, memberships, social media, business development,
workforce development, and marketing. Community service is a hallmark and
natural extension of Angela’s life and work, serving as the co-founder of the
Women Construction Forum, Upstate SC, and Women Talk Construction (podcast
co-host). She is also a member of Women in Manufacturing, CREW Network, Upstate
SC Alliance, SCBio, Development Corporation of Anderson County, and Anderson
Chamber. She has served on numerous boards and committees throughout her
career. Angela seeks balance in her life with her joy of cooking, baking, time
with family, hiking, yoga, reading, and traveling.
#TogetherIsBetter
Branding is essential. I am lucky enough to be able to
contribute to a sector I love: CONSTRUCTION. I love the PEOPLE and company I
get to do it for ~ JOB + PASSION = Career Success & Happiness
Christi’s Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christi-powell-99023b1b/
https://www.84lumber.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@WomenTalkConstruction
https://womentalkconstruction.com/
https://forum.womentalkconstruction.com/
Angela’s Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/agardner22/
https://hillelectric.net/
https://www.youtube.com/@WomenTalkConstruction
https://womentalkconstruction.com/
https://forum.womentalkconstruction.com/
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May 18, 2023 • 26min
Construction Champions Podcast 31 Chris Michel – Are You Overthinking or Planning Communication
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Chris Michel
and Ron Nussbaum talk about the overthinking that pledges the construction
industry from getting shit done and leads to just being busy! Chris talks about
real world examples to overcome overthinking.
Chris’s Bio
Author – The
Red Chair Experience, Founder CM Consulting, LLC – Sales and Business Consulting
for the home services industry. Chris has over 30 years of sales and management
experience and helps small to medium business owners increase sales by creating
processes, metrics, and key performance indicators. Chris helps develop
business culture and provides big-picture views to guide your company towards
more profits.
Chris’s Links
How to contact Chris: https://linktr.ee/coachchrisconsulting www.coachchrisconsulting.com
Calendar link:
https://calendly.com/cmconsulting84/coach-chris-introduction-short
Book link:
https://coachchrisconsulting.com/the-red-chair/the-red-chair-experience/the-red-chair-experience-autograph-order/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/195635316X
Audiobook links:
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-red-chair-experience-chris-w-michel/1142839239 https://www.amazon.com/dp/195635316X
https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Chris_W_Michel_The_Red_Chair_Experience?id=AQAAAEDComDisM https://open.spotify.com/show/4E9BA4CzMVHzSLRmhh6Vvv?si=c449309a57944615
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May 15, 2023 • 25min
Construction Champions Podcast 30 Gavin Coyle – Keep Your Jobsite Safe, Not Confusing
On this episode of Construction Champions Podcast Gavin Coyle
and Ron Nussbaum talk about the impacts of health and safety in the
construction industry, discussion best practices for bringing on and creating
these roles within your business.
Galvin’s Bio
The Safety CEO Gavin Coyle is the Founder and CEO of Coyle Group, a company
that specializes in recruiting outstanding health and safety professionals on
behalf of clients worldwide. Coyle Group is known for delivering premium safety
people to manage high impact projects in wind, energy, utilities, and
engineering. Gavin is a Global Safety Leader, Influencer and Board Advisor with
over 25 years of experience holding safety leadership and consulting positions.
He has founded and co-founded multiple businesses in the area of safety,
recruiting and software. A thought leader, speaker, and safety mentor working
with individuals, small business owners and Tierone companies.
As The Safety CEO and A Global C-Level Executive, Gavin wants
to help and share his experiences with employers and their teams to improve
safety, corporate governance, risk maturity and resourcing so that every
employer can find practical and achievable solutions and every worker can feel
safe, secure and without risk within the workplace. Gavin and his company,
Coyle Group aim to act their clients’ health and safety partner of choice in
ensuring that their organization has access to a reliable pipeline of
high-quality safety professionals on a long-term or short-term basis. They also
provide safety consultancy services. Everything they do is tailored to match
the client’s project-specific requirements and budget expectations.
Gavin holds a level 9 MBS in workplace Safety from DCU, a
Diploma in Safety, a Certificate in Law, and with a Diploma in Corporate
Governance. He has built 7 figure businesses using his unique and proven model
that allows any business idea and vision to scale. With have over 20,000
LinkedIn connections. He is the Author of ''Workplace Safety on a Budget'', a must-read
book for entrepreneurs, investors, business owners, management teams and safety
professionals of all levels. Gavin have over 20,000 LinkedIn connections and he
has contributed to many leading industry podcasts, events, and print articles.
Gavin have helped thousands of business owners change their lives, and with his
proven track record, expertise and experience, he can help you as well.
Galvin’s Links
https://gavin-coyle.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavincoyle/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erx9Dfo4nME
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5zIOlX27AE
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BP9GV4BW/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_X2WXC5VQT99JTZ1EAAPH_2
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