Elevate Construction

Still confused about where TACT time actually comes from? In this episode, Jason Schroeder breaks down the exact process to calculate it no fluff, no vague theory. Learn how to set the perfect rhythm for your project, avoid costly overlaps, and finally make TACT work in the real world. Whether you're a lean veteran or just TACT curious, this is the episode that will make it click.

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Want a fun, energized project team? In this episode, Jason Schroeder reveals how slipping behind drains morale, why mega projects burn people out, and the exact formula for keeping your crew productive and happy. If you've ever wondered why some projects feel like a grind while others feel effortless, this is the answer.

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

The Truth About Team Resistance Why do some people thrive with new systems while others dig in their heels? In this episode, we break down the six-month ramp the make-or-break period for implementing change and reveal how to tell the difference between honest learning curves and outright rebellion. If you've ever wondered whether it's a training problem or an attitude problem, this is the blueprint you've been looking for.

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

The Real Talk on TACT: What Works, What Fails, and Why Your Project Needs It. Got questions about TACT? In this episode, I break down the truth behind common misconceptions, how to implement TACT in tough environments, and why attitude beats just about everything else. Whether you're a trade partner, GC, or owner, get ready for actionable insights that can transform how your team works. Don't miss this no-BS guide to Lean Construction success.

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Are You Working Out of Passion… or Addiction? Construction leaders often wear long hours like a badge of honor but at what cost? In this episode, Jason Schroeder challenges the "always on" culture and shares why working more than 48–55 hours isn't a sign of dedication…it's a red flag. You'll learn how to spot the difference between a healthy passion for your work and an unhealthy addiction to it, plus how overwork fuels toxic leadership, burnout, and waste. Whether you're a superintendent, PM, or exec, this episode will give you practical ways to protect your time, your team's morale, and your project's success. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Stop Chasing Titles Start Delivering Value Too many construction professionals get trapped in the "having" game collecting titles, certifications, and accolades while their actual performance stalls. In this episode, Jason Schroeder exposes the dangerous shift from becoming to simply having, and why it quietly destroys careers, teams, and trust. You'll hear real world examples of talented people who lost their edge chasing credentials instead of results and how you can avoid the same trap. If you want lasting success in construction, this episode will challenge you to shift your focus back where it belongs, delivering real value. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Are You Driving Your Team Forward or Just Pushing Them Harder? In construction, not all "momentum" is created equal. Some leaders strategically advance their projects through smart planning, foresight, and problem prevention. Others just push creating chaos, stress, and burnout without real progress. In this episode, Jason Schroeder reveals the critical difference between advancing and pushing, with real world examples and powerful analogies that will change how you lead. Learn why pushers drain teams while advancers win projects, and how to make the shift that earns you respect, results, and raises.

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

The 7-Step Success Formula That Works Every Time (No Matter the Goal) In this episode, Jason Schroeder reveals the simple, repeatable 7 step method he's used to win in business, projects, and life (despite being, in his own words, a "flawed human being"). From making a clear plan and mapping a timeline, to finding the right mentor, securing resources, building solid processes, and keeping it all visual, this framework works for any challenge. Follow it, and you won't just finish what you start you'll crush it every time.

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Why Morning Huddles Are Failing Your Construction Projects

Most teams think starting the day with a foreman huddle is "best practice." Jason Schroeder is here to challenge everything you thought you knew.

In this episode, he exposes why morning huddles don't plan your day they just shift the problem onto the foremen. Learn why the timing, structure, and flow of your daily meetings can make or break productivity, and how a simple shift to afternoon planning + morning worker huddles + team stand ups transforms chaos into results.

You'll discover: ✅ The difference between a real foreman huddle and a fake one ✅ How to plan the next day BEFORE the crew shows up ✅ Why morning problem-spotting often wastes your team's time ✅ A step by step system to run efficient, value-driven daily meetings

Stop wasting your mornings. Start running meetings that actually move the project forward. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

The Truth About Fake Quality (And Why It's Killing Your Projects)

Some teams obsess over "quality"…but what if most of it is just busywork in disguise?

In this episode, Jason exposes the hard truth behind fake quality control the inspections, reviews, and audits that check a box but add ZERO real value in the field. From KDP's useless publishing reviews to bogus constructability checks that frustrate trade partners and slow projects down, Jason breaks down why so many teams confuse activity with actual improvement. If you've ever sat through a pointless review, been red lined for formatting, or seen someone "inspect" a job without understanding how the work is built… this episode will hit home.

You'll learn:

✅ How to spot fake quality checks (and eliminate them) ✅ The simple difference between checking boxes and building excellence ✅ Why "real quality" requires knowledge, systems, and accountability ✅ How leaders can train (not blame) their teams to get it right the first time Listen now and make sure your team isn't mistaking motion for progress. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw