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76. Redefining SUCCESS: The Systematic Approach to UNPRECEDENTED Growth ft. Mike Kaeding

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Join us in this episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast as we dive into the world of construction and real estate with Mike Kauding. Mike shares his journey of taking over a family business and transforming it into a powerhouse of innovation. Discover how he applies the principles of systems thinking, AI, and manufacturing to revolutionize the construction industry. Tune in to learn about the importance of hiring the best people, the future of AI, and the impact of small changes on efficiency. Don't miss this insightful conversation!


Summary

In this episode, host Shiva Dhanasekar talks with Mike Kauding about his experiences in the construction and real estate industry. Mike discusses the challenges he faced when taking over his family business and the innovative approaches he has implemented to improve efficiency and drive down costs. He shares insights into the importance of systems thinking, the role of AI in creative design, and the value of hiring the best people. Mike also highlights the significance of small changes in processes and the potential for patented designs to revolutionize the industry.


Episode Key Takeaways:

  1. Efficiency is Key: Mike Kauding emphasizes the importance of improving efficiencies in construction, highlighting how small changes can have a big impact on productivity and cost-effectiveness.
  2. Innovation in the Industry: Kauding discusses the future of the construction industry, including the role of patented designs and the potential for AI to revolutionize creative design and other aspects of the industry.
  3. The Power of Systems Thinking: Kauding shares insights into the value of systems thinking in business, explaining how a systematic approach can unlock growth and drive innovation.
  4. Hiring the Best People: Kauding stresses the significance of hiring the best people, noting that the right team can unlock doors and achieve results that were previously unimaginable.
  5. Building a Genuine Company Culture: Kauding talks about the importance of building a genuine company culture, emphasizing the need for authenticity and a focus on values.


    6. Meaningful Quotes:

    1. "The most important thing, and this is the most important lesson I've ever learned in the business, is to hire the very best." - Mike Kauding
    2. "If you line yourself up well, coming to work is a joy." - Mike Kauding
    3. "The best people unlock doors and achieve results that you never imagined or even possible." - Mike Kauding
    4. "The innovation won't come from where you expect. The things that make the news are the flashy, crazy new stuff. They're great. They are part of the solution. They are not the solution." - Mike Kauding
    5. "Getting that infrastructure in place is so challenging, but once you do, it's so fun. It gets you to stop thinking about the mundane and gets us to use your best brain power." - Mike Kauding


      6. Timestamps:

      • 0:00 - Introduction to the episode's theme.
      • 3:33 - Mike's Journey in the Family Business
      • 5:35 - Aligning Passion with Career
      • 11:24 - Overcoming Challenges in Business
      • 17:33 - Future Innovations in the Industry
      • 22:53 - The Impact of AI on Jobs
      • 30:34 - Hiring the Best People
      • 35:47 - Future with AI
      • 42:59 - The Future of AI in Construction
      • 52:13 - The Impact of AI on Jobs


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        - Shiva D. 

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