Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

Starting a construction business at just 21 is no small feat especially in an industry known for its challenges and curveballs.

In this episode, I sit down with Ethan Chittick, Founder of B&E Built and Commercial Carpentry. We chat about what it was really like getting his business off the ground at such a young age and the lessons he's learned along the way.

We dive into the highs and lows of running a construction company, including how Ethan decides which clients are the right fit (spoiler: it’s not just about the money). He shares why aligning values with clients has become such a big focus for him and how that can make or break a project.

So if you're in the trades, thinking about starting your own business, or just curious about how someone makes it work in this industry- this episode is packed with good stuff. Definitely give it a listen!

Connect with Ethan Chittick:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-chittick-a22460191/

Website: https://bebuiltpl.com/

Connect with Jordan Skinner:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanaskinner/

Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

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Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

Building something great requires a strong foundation-whether it’s a skyscraper, a business, or even a podcast. Just like in construction, where every beam and bolt serves a purpose, the right tools and insights can shape the industry’s future.

But what happens when the technology meant to help builders becomes more of a hindrance than a solution?

Today, we’re talking with Tyler Campbell, a former steel detailer, co-host of the Construction Brothers Podcast, and the mind behind Field Proof. After seeing firsthand how many construction professionals struggled with technology that wasn’t working for them, Tyler set out to create Field Proof to address these challenges. We’ll dive into the evolving world of construction tech and explore how we can make it work for the people who need it most.

Connect with Tyler Campbell:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerscottcampbell/

Website: https://www.fieldproof.io/

Connect with Jordan Skinner:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanaskinner/

Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

PERSONAL BRAND QUIZ:
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Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

Are you a subcontractor who's lost in an endless list of manual tasks and processes?

This week sees Daniel Ouliaris step into the chair - he's a former concreter and now Founder/CEO of Neo Intelligence.

Neo came about when Daniel and his brothers chose to reinvest money from their successful concreting business into designing software that solves all of their biggest pain points.

And it turned out they weren't alone - subbies all over Australia are reaping the rewards. He takes us through how the company came to be, what they're solving, and why he believes a broken industry is a chance to rebuild from the ground up.

Let's get started.

CONTACT DETAILS

Daniel Ouliaris
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/daniel-ouliaris
Website: https://neointelligence.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz

Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

This week's guest is none other than Peter Bottero, Founder/Director of Tensile Design & Construct.

Tensile have a unique niche within the industry. They specialise in structural cables, rods and tensioned mesh - transforming interiors, decorating facades and implementing cutting edge urban green roofing to help cool our cities.

He reflects on how he found his niche, laughing about business mishaps and lessons learnt, and why he's got a thing or two to say about uni grads ending up in management fresh from their degree.

Peter's a great laugh and there's plenty to learn here. Let's get started!

CONTACT DETAILS

Peter Bottero
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/peter-bottero-88b27550
Website: https://www.tensile.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz

Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

And a warm welcome to Jeremy Dyer, Managing Director of Total Fitouts.

Jeremy takes us through the unique way his business operates - sharing how the franchising model works perfectly for fitouts, and provides a heap of benefits to everyone involved.

As he says, business is all about relationships. Whether that's getting your face out there on buses and sponsoring sports teams, getting a recommendation from a happy client, or shaking hands on the golf course, Jeremy shares his tricks and tips for growing your business sustainably, on your terms!

Let's get started.

CONTACT DETAILS

Jeremy Dyer
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-dyer-63171228
Website: https://www.totalfitouts.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz

Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

It's our 100th episode! Who better to join us to mark our first century than Director of DBG Projects, Brett Marris.

Brett has a few stories from his time in business, and he shares candidly on his upbringing, his route into the industry, and some of the hardships he's faced along the way.

With DBG Projects now putting a difficult COVID era behind them, they're setting the sights on the future - doubling down on their strengths and maintaining great relationships with subbies and fellow businesses.

Let's dive in.

CONTACT DETAILS

Brett Marris
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/brett-marris-4163467a
Website: https://www.dbgprojects.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
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Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

Joining to talk us through life as Founder and Managing Director of Perth-based Classic Contractors, is Mark Stewart.

Mark has issues with our industry, and he isn't afraid to spell it out: we need to get rid of retention, get our teams working in the office together, and promote the importance of connection.

Sharing how CC are handling things differently, this episode dives back into the post-COVID aftermath - proving just how much we are still feeling the effects of lockdown to this day.

For Mark it's all about community, connection and respect - that's how we move forward as an industry. Sounds pretty good, right?

Let's get started.

CONTACT DETAILS

Mark Stewart
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/markstewartcc
Website: https://www.classiccontractors.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
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Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

Want to know what an intrapreneur is? Or how to score $13 million revenue in your first year?

It’s time to meet Daniel Mikus, co-founder and co-CEO of asphalt experts MR Roads in Queensland.

Daniel doesn’t beat around the bush - he wants to see the company listed on the ASX in the next three to five years. Right now - it’s all about growth, investors, and awards.

Recently selected in the Forbes “40 Under 40”, Daniel brings a get-it-done attitude to everything he does, and it’s showing in the company’s success.

Time to learn a thing or two!

CONTACT DETAILS

Daniel Mikus
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/daniel-mikus-40885436
Website: https://mr-roads.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
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Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

It's time to learn from a Managing Director with some stories to tell about growing a company from the ground up. This week's guest is Garreth Higgins, from Offaly Civil in Queensland.

Recounting his route into the industry, he shares how a few too many beers one night led to landing Offaly's first contract the next day, how he incorporated the business on a laptop and how the business has grown from strength to strength.

Garreth also talks candidly about a cashflow situation that could have spelled the end for the company. But they're still here - and all the stronger for it. 

This is a great episode to uncover some tips for staying on top of cashflow, planning ahead, and keeping the business growing.

CONTACT DETAILS

Garreth Higgins
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/garreth-higgins-38235a50
Website: https://offalycivil.com/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz

Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast.

It's time to face a brutal fact:  nearly 3400 construction industry businesses have gone bust in the last 18 months.

Here to share his blueprint for keeping your business afloat in an increasingly difficult economic environment is Director and Head of Operations at Haddarco, Abdullah Haddara.

Founded as a one-man operation by Haddara Snr. back in 1965, the business gained a new lease of life when brothers Abdullah and Mohammed took it on twenty years ago.

Abdullah shares how they learned to delegate responsibility as they scaled, why you need to manage your cashflow, and how business survival ultimately comes down to  adaptability and mindset. 

Time to get the notebooks out.

CONTACT DETAILS

Abdullah Haddara
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/abdullah-haddara-5592337b
Website: https://haddarco.com.au/

Jordan Skinner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-skinner-685439178/
Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/

Are you as influential in the construction industry as you think? Take the quiz to find out:
http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz