Elevate Construction

Why You Should Stop Fixing Bad Jobs and Double Down on the Good Ones In this episode, Jason flips the script. He explains why chasing bad jobs is a losing strategy and why the only way to grow a high performing organization is to obsess over the good jobs and let them set the standard. Along the way, Jason responds to a powerful listener question (innovation vs. standardization), shares a real life mindset shift to defeat the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" mentality, and opens up about what really happens to your time and health once you turn 40. This one's packed with practical wisdom and a motivational gut-punch. You'll learn:

• What separates a "good job" from a "bad job" (and why most people ignore it)

• Why focusing on the "bad" actually makes everything worse

• How to push for innovation inside a status quo company

• Why progress is not optional (regardless of your beliefs)

• A simple strategy for building a culture that refuses to stay stagnant

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 Are We Still Begging for Coordinates in 2024? In this episode, Jason exposes one of the dumbest (and most damaging) habits still plaguing our industry the lack of coordinate transparency on civil plans.

He breaks down:

· Why "basis of bearings" without actual coordinates is useless

· The ridiculous back-and-forth that GCs are forced into on every project

· How a simple standard (publishing gridline coordinates with the civil plans) could eliminate weeks of wasted time and rework

· What should become the new industry expectation moving forward

If you're a superintendent, field engineer, surveyor, design manager or just someone tired of preventable nonsense this is one you don't want to skip. 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

Reasons for Variance… or Just Proof You Didn't Plan Early Enough?

In this episode, Jason completely reframes the idea of "reasons for variance" and shows why 90% of them are simply the result of poor (or nonexistent) pre planning. Instead of treating them like excuses, learn how to eliminate them before they ever show up on your PPC chart.

You'll learn:

✅ Why most root causes aren't "root causes" at all✅ How proper preconstruction planning eliminates variance entirely✅ The 5 actual reasons things go off track✅ The mindset shift every superintendent and PM needs to make 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

How to Train Your Brain to Work Faster (By Constraining Your Time)

What if the secret to getting more done wasn't better tools or more hours…but less time?

In this episode, Jason breaks down a simple but game-changing mental framework for increasing your output by intentionally limiting the time you give yourself to complete a task. You'll learn how constraining your hours exposes waste, forces clarity, and helps you build lightning-fast decision patterns even when you're facing complex work like TACT plans, proposals, or A3s.

He shares a proven step by step process for turning focused time blocks into high-quality deliverables and how to train your brain (like an obedient animal) to stay locked in until the work is done.

If you're tired of dragging tasks across multiple days, this is the mindset shift you've been waiting 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

In this podcast we cover:

• Why your most fearful team members may be the most dangerous people on your team.

In this episode, I dive into one of the most dangerous forces on a construction team: fear. Not fear of risk itself, but the fear-driven behaviors that lead to excuses, avoidance, silence, and hidden dangers. I share personal experiences, from moments where I had to snap myself out of fear to stories of how unchecked fear can cripple teams and compromise safety. You will learn why transparency is impossible when fear dominates and why leaders must carefully coach, support, and place people to protect the whole team. If you have ever wondered how fear impacts culture and performance, this is one you cannot miss.

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

In this podcast we cover:

• The proper role of a Safety Professional.
• The proper role of planning in construction.

In this episode, I take on two dangerous misconceptions that I keep seeing in our industry. First, I challenge the idea that safety professionals are just "advisors." The truth is, their job is to hold the line, correct unsafe behavior, and make sure every worker goes home safe. Then I dig into the myth that planning doesn't reduce risk. I show why proper planning with Takt, Last Planner, and Scrum actually eliminates risk and builds reliability. If you've ever questioned what real safety leadership looks like or wondered why effective planning matters, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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

In this podcast we cover:

• Why most Supers do not know how to run their projects.
• Why we must move away from pushing.

In this episode I open up about two big misconceptions I keep seeing in construction.

First, I share why pushing, whether in a drive-through, at the airport, or on a jobsite, only creates chaos, delays, and frustration. Then I challenge the dangerous idea that superintendents automatically "know how to run their jobs." The truth is most have been trained by the old system to push, rush, and panic. I explain why the future belongs to supers who become system builders using Takt, Last Planner, and Scrum.

If you've ever questioned why pushing doesn't work or wondered what it takes to lead projects the right way, this is an episode you'll want to hear.

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

In this podcast we cover:

• As many lean lies I have heard that I can remember.

In this episode I dig into some of the biggest myths I see in construction, what I call lean lies. These are the false beliefs that sound convincing but end up hurting projects, teams, and outcomes. From the idea that you can plan too soon, to the myth that lean can be implemented bit by bit, I break down why these approaches fail and what the truth really looks like.

I also share practical insights on planning, huddles, sticky notes, and why leaders cannot delegate lean. If you have ever wondered why lean fails on some projects, this episode will give you the clarity and direction you need to set the record straight.

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

In this podcast we cover:

• Don't start until you can win.
• Brokers can't make work ready.

In this episode I share fresh lessons from recent boot camps about preparation, planning, and why pushing is the enemy of flow.

You'll hear how a simple shift in mindset during a Takt simulation completely changed performance, why afternoon huddles beat morning huddles every time, and why builders, not brokers, are the ones who truly make work ready. If you've ever struggled with teams defaulting to panic and push, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to help your projects win.

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

In this podcast we cover:

• How you can make your entire lean system functional.

In this episode I share a breakthrough that completely changed how I see the Last Planner System.

Too many projects rely on a single pull plan and wonder why things break down. The truth is we need all the views: macro, norm, pull, look ahead, weekly work plan, and day plan. Each one reveals something essential for a different audience. Without all seven, your team is flying blind. Join me as I explain why visibility is the missing piece and how you can finally unlock the real power of Last Planner.

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