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Listen in as Jamie shares his leadership best practices for running a thriving family construction business. His characteristic high-energy and optimism have been major contributors to his success in the industry. A quick example of this is his ability to maintain an active social media presence while self-performing many of the firm’s tasks—all while managing the business.
Jamie talks about the unique challenges of running a full-service construction company in California, particularly in today’s turbulent market. He explains how he chooses which departments to outsource and which to self-perform, as well as how he justifies his fees to clients.
Finally, Jamie speaks on his strong family values and how they directly influence his role as a leader. He also shares how his determination to support those around him have led to exciting networking opportunities, including getting the chance to sponsor a local Bellator fighter.
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Listen in as Evan takes us through the evolution of CroweBuilt over the past six years, touching on his keys to thriving in a down market as well as exciting technological developments for the industry, QR codes being among them.
Evan speaks on the importance of setting expectations with clients early on and how CroweBuilt is able to skillfully honor the architect’s vision while factoring in the client’s needs and desires.
He talks about the advantages of being a cost-plus builder, his strategy for pricing in upgrades and options along the way, and how giving clients a construction questionnaire early on has been an invaluable part of the entire process.
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Listen in as Jayce speaks o the importance of having a crystal clear vision before even thinking about ways in which your business can scale. He encourages leaders to recognize their unique abilities and how they translate into the value that your organization aims to provide to both its team and clients.
He shares his tips on finding the right people to fulfill your vision as a leader, and how to home in on the sweet spot between automation and the human side to maximize growth while maintaining company morale and culture.
Jayce breaks down his process for measuring system leveragability, of which the goal is minimum input of resources for maximum output of profit (which allows you to sell a product) and reputation (which allows you to sell a product).
Jayce caps off the conversation by reminding us that brute strength, work ethic, and good intentions are not enough. To truly succeed in business (and any endeavor for that matter), you need a system that scales.
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Today Brad speaks with Brittany Murphy of One Thing Marketing, a full-service online marketing firm based in Louisville, Kentucky. The company offers SEO website design, and social media and email marketing services.
Listen in as Brittany explains how to create authority in your industry as a local business using online tools and platforms, including social media, SEO, and Google My Business.
At the same time, she reminds us to balance our efforts out offline, noting that word-of-mouth and referrals are ultimately the two best ways to usher in new business.
Brittany also talks about the importance of differentiation in a highly competitive market and why publishing video content regularly can serve as a huge boost to your business.
She explains why a negative review here and there is not the end of the world, and how you can likewise use video to share powerful testimonials featuring client success stories.
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An entrepreneur at heart, Katie previously owned a local restaurant in the Minneapolis community after graduating with a degree in business. After several years of growth—and eventually gaining a reputation as a leading local event venue—Katie was able to sell her business to move into a new career.
Listen in as Katie announces the launch of her new vanity collection and the complexities of putting together a product line not just from the logistical standpoint, but also in terms of establishing their ecommerce platform.
Katie discusses Jkath’s evolution from custom cabinetry to design, build, and renovation firm, as well as their plans for the future of the business. She talks about Jkath’s approach to culture-building and employee retention, and the value of making short-term sacrifices during market downturns for the benefit of clients.
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Maureen is also the Founder and CEO at The Learning Table which, in partnership with The Common Area, offers continuing education courses, leadership development coaching, marketing support, and a network of resources via an online dashboard.
Listen in as Maureen defines the owner’s rep as essentially a neutral third-party serving as the “conductor of the orchestra” which brings all of the parties together to accomplish the goals of the construction project at hand.
She speaks on the scope of her work as an owner’s rep, the two contract types she offers depending on the type of project, and the personal touch she provides to all of her clients as a boutique project management firm.
Finally, Maureen shares her inspiring experiences over the past several months as she navigated pregnancy as a woman business owner in the construction industry.
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He speaks on his decision to dedicate his life to the world of construction like his father and grandfather before him, and how he has evolved the business over the past two decades.
Finally, Toby talks about his inspiring weight loss journey and recently discovered passion for fitness. He reveals to Brad his fight with childhood leukemia at the tender age of eight and how he aims to make a difference today among other kids who are going through what he once did.
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For Brandon, highlighting his energetic personality and company mission through Instagram and TikTok has been invaluable to the success of his business. In addition to being entertaining though, he also talks about the importance of providing true value to your followers—preferably for free via your content.
Brandon also speaks on the power of collaborations with other individuals and companies in your space. In fact, he believes that partnering with other influential brands is the fastest way to grow as a business.
Finally, Brandon explains his approach to continuing education, especially in the incredibly saturated fitness industry.
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Listen in as Cara shares her journey as an artist at heart and why she chose to pursue interior design. She describes her “whimsical” style, unafraid to blend the old and the new depending on the client’s taste, and how her love of travel influences her aesthetic.
Cara also talks about the business side of owning a design firm. She says that, while design school can be incredibly valuable and provides a foundational knowledge and skill base for aspiring designers, ultimately, nothing beats actual, on-the-ground experience.
Finally, Cara shares how she was able to build a successful brand on Instagram and her keys to doing PR successfully as an interior designer.
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He also talks about the importance of building camaraderie with his teammates from other nations by creating a shared culture, which in turn motivates each and every athlete to perform at a much higher level on the court.
Jimmer also goes down memory lane, recalling how his naturally athletic prowess, combined with an immense drive, allowed him to fulfill his lifelong dream of playing for the NBA, and opened up new paths once he left that chapter behind him.
Finally, Jimmer talks with Brad about the process of building his new home in Denver and his advice to builders, architects, and designers looking to build their brand, and by extension forge a strong reputation with prospective clients.
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