Construction Champions Podcast

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 Radio Mondays 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

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 Radio Mondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm ET https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectMonika https://www.demazing.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/

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 Radio Mondays 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/

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 Radio Mondays 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/

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 Radio Mondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm ET https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadio Connect Leanne https://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 Construction https://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/Episode Blog

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 Radio Mondays 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/

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 Radio Mondays 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/

What if the real problem isn’t your marketing… but your mindset? CJ Stasik, CEO of 1SEO Digital Agency, joins us to break down how contractors keep burning cash on the wrong strategies. From lead gen to trust-building, CJ shares how to actually win online without throwing money into the void. Tune in and walk away with strategies you can put to work today. Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@ConstructionChampionsPodcast Listen on Wreaths Across America Radio Mondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm ET https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectCJhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cjstasik/https://linktr.ee/cjstasikhttp://1seo.com/http://www.shehandlesit.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/

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your business by confusing your audience? Todd Miller joins us to break down what clarity really means in your messaging, why homeowners don't trust contractors, and how to finally separate yourself from the noise. If you're tired of losing jobs you should be winning, this episode is your wake-up call.Watch now and learn how to turn confusion into conversions.More from Tod Miller:https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-miller-31b2661/http://www.asktoddmiller.com/http://www.construction-disruption.com/http://www.isaiahindustries.com/Subscribe for more:https://www.youtube.com/@ConstructionChampionsPodcastListen on Wreaths Across America Radio Mondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectRonhttps://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/

Too many contractors are losing hundreds of thousands—and they don’t even realize it. In this episode, Jason Paris shares the costly mistake most contractors make that stalls growth, tanks profits, and destroys long-term success. If you're serious about building a business that thrives, not just survives, this episode is your wake-up call. Listen on Wreaths Across America Radio Mondays at 2pm ET and Saturdays at 8pm EThttps://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Newsroom/WreathsAcrossAmericaRadioConnectJasonhttps://www.parispainting.com/Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website ttps://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/