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Building a Legacy: Making It Work 3 Generations Deep with Grant Holdsworth - Holdsworth Construction
In this conversation, Grant Holdsworth, a third-generation builder and owner of Holdsworth Construction, shares his journey in the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience, the transition into the family business, and the challenges of scaling operations. He discusses the evolution of the company from primarily residential projects to a balanced approach that includes commercial work, highlighting the significance of custom millwork as a unique selling point. Grant also delves into the implementation of EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to improve accountability and efficiency within the business, and he offers valuable advice for future generations in the industry.
Connect with Grant Holdsworth -
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-holdsworth-252b42135/
Website: www.holdsworthconstruction.com
Connect with Justin & Will -
Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/
Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/
Learn More & Connect With Spot Migration -
Website: https://www.spotmigration.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotmigration
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Spotmigration
Do you want to be a guest on the show? Go to https://buildingscale.net/guests
Need to discuss your IT and Cybersecurity Strategy? Go to https://buildingscale.net/help
(0:00) Introduction and overview of Grant Holdsworth and Holdsworth Construction
(1:05) Grant's early exposure and career journey in construction
(3:46) Proving oneself and leadership transition in the family business
(9:08) Evolution and unique aspects of Holdsworth Construction
(16:15) Challenges and balancing of custom woodworking and project types
(22:51) Decision making and reducing fatigue for clients
(27:56) Managing crew downtime and homeowner involvement
(32:33) Implementing EOS and overcoming initial challenges
(37:31) Adapting to change and growth with EOS
(41:04) Organizational clarity and evolving family working relationships
(46:04) Achieving efficiency and structural changes
(48:27) Benefits of Level 10 meetings and IDS for issue management
(51:52) Final advice for younger self and closing thoughts
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By Will Foret, Justin NeagleIn this conversation, Grant Holdsworth, a third-generation builder and owner of Holdsworth Construction, shares his journey in the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience, the transition into the family business, and the challenges of scaling operations. He discusses the evolution of the company from primarily residential projects to a balanced approach that includes commercial work, highlighting the significance of custom millwork as a unique selling point. Grant also delves into the implementation of EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to improve accountability and efficiency within the business, and he offers valuable advice for future generations in the industry.
Connect with Grant Holdsworth -
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-holdsworth-252b42135/
Website: www.holdsworthconstruction.com
Connect with Justin & Will -
Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/
Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/
Learn More & Connect With Spot Migration -
Website: https://www.spotmigration.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotmigration
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Spotmigration
Do you want to be a guest on the show? Go to https://buildingscale.net/guests
Need to discuss your IT and Cybersecurity Strategy? Go to https://buildingscale.net/help
(0:00) Introduction and overview of Grant Holdsworth and Holdsworth Construction
(1:05) Grant's early exposure and career journey in construction
(3:46) Proving oneself and leadership transition in the family business
(9:08) Evolution and unique aspects of Holdsworth Construction
(16:15) Challenges and balancing of custom woodworking and project types
(22:51) Decision making and reducing fatigue for clients
(27:56) Managing crew downtime and homeowner involvement
(32:33) Implementing EOS and overcoming initial challenges
(37:31) Adapting to change and growth with EOS
(41:04) Organizational clarity and evolving family working relationships
(46:04) Achieving efficiency and structural changes
(48:27) Benefits of Level 10 meetings and IDS for issue management
(51:52) Final advice for younger self and closing thoughts