Facilities First with Paul McCarthy

Why open-mindedness and a positive attitude trump pure technical skills in technicians. Good people are invaluable assets.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

Vendors aren't just service providers—they're potential brand advocates. When vendors act as partners, businesses unlock mutual growth and invaluable support. Transform transactions into true collaborations.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

Popeyes The Louisiana Legacy & Best Fried Chicken Ever. Paul McCarthy shares a quick take on what this means for the people who keep facilities running.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

Every action and belief molds culture far beyond the workplace. Make a difference—speak up and shape the world around you.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

AI enhances efficiency, but human connections matter most. Relationships and empathy remain irreplaceable, especially when it comes to customer service.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

In this episode of Facilities First, Paul sits down with his friend and fellow RFMA Leadership 2026 teammate Theresa Seibert, Director of Facilities at Bloomin' Brands. They talk restaurant facilities, what separates a vendor from a true partner, lessons in leadership, and the people behind the job.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

Dane is with Dutch Bros Coffee He’s also a Marine. We’re going to talk about leadership, service, discipline, culture, coffee, people, and probably a squirrel or two because, well… it’s me. I love conversations like this because they are never just about the company or the title.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

In this episode of Facilities First, I sat down with Nic Stoyer for a conversation about drive, leadership, and what really matters most. We got into leadership in the real world, the value of true vendor partnerships, and the kind of mindset it takes to keep showing up and pushing forward. But like a lot of great conversations do, this one ended up going deeper than business.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

Why does ConnexFM matter for facility managers and the facilities industry? In this episode of Facilities First, I sit down with Tammy Smith and Kay Altom from ConnexFM to talk about what ConnexFM means for FMs, why the ConnexFM Conference matters, and why community in this industry still carries more weight than most people realize. We get into industry relationships, professional growth, connection, and the value of showing up in rooms where facility leaders, vendors, and operators can learn from each other.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511

In this episode of Facilities First, I sit down with Brady White from Classic Collision to talk about what it really takes to keep locations running when things break, priorities shift, and the unexpected shows up. We get into facilities leadership, day-to-day pressure, problem solving, communication, and what it takes to stay steady when a lot is riding on the outcome. If you work in facilities, operations, vendor relationships, or leadership, this conversation is for you.Facilities First with Paul McCarthy — a facility management podcast on restaurant facility management, people-first facilities, facilities leadership, and vendor partnerships.New full episodes every other Friday at noon ET.Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulMcCarthy-HeroListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/facilities-first-with-paul-mccarthy/id6812309511