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Do It Afraid: Jess Novak on Construction, Leadership & Purpose-Driven Business
In this episode of The Summit Podcast, Bob Turner sits down with Jess Novak, founder of Give Freedom Homes, to talk about what it really takes to build a business rooted in both excellence and purpose.
Jess shares her journey from working as a carpenter to leading her own remodeling company, and the leadership lessons she learned along the way. We dive into:
• The transition from tradesperson to CEO
• Why delegation is one of the hardest skills to master
• Setting high standards without burning out your team
• Operating in kitchen and bath remodeling and property management
• Leading with faith and serving through community involvement
• The mindset behind her mantra: “Do It Afraid”
Jess doesn’t just build homes — she builds culture, clarity, and conviction into her company. This conversation is especially valuable for contractors, remodelers, and entrepreneurs who want to grow without compromising their values.
If you're navigating leadership growth, team development, or building something meaningful in the construction space, this episode will challenge you in the right way.
Subscribe to The Summit Podcast for weekly conversations on leadership, business development, and building your edge.
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By Bob TurnerIn this episode of The Summit Podcast, Bob Turner sits down with Jess Novak, founder of Give Freedom Homes, to talk about what it really takes to build a business rooted in both excellence and purpose.
Jess shares her journey from working as a carpenter to leading her own remodeling company, and the leadership lessons she learned along the way. We dive into:
• The transition from tradesperson to CEO
• Why delegation is one of the hardest skills to master
• Setting high standards without burning out your team
• Operating in kitchen and bath remodeling and property management
• Leading with faith and serving through community involvement
• The mindset behind her mantra: “Do It Afraid”
Jess doesn’t just build homes — she builds culture, clarity, and conviction into her company. This conversation is especially valuable for contractors, remodelers, and entrepreneurs who want to grow without compromising their values.
If you're navigating leadership growth, team development, or building something meaningful in the construction space, this episode will challenge you in the right way.
Subscribe to The Summit Podcast for weekly conversations on leadership, business development, and building your edge.
🔑 Suggested Keywords (For Podbean SEO Field)
Jess Novak
Give Freedom Homes
Construction leadership
Women in construction
Remodeling business owner
Faith-based entrepreneur
General contractor growth
Kitchen and bath remodeling
Contractor podcast
Leadership development
Small business construction
Entrepreneurship in trades
Bob Turner Summit Podcast