Leadership Blueprints

BJ sits down with Matt Handal, Proposal Expert and Founder & Editor of “Help Everybody Everyday,” where he provides A/E/C marketing, training, and support advice.

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Visit Matt’s website here: https://helpeverybody.wpengine.com/

Purchase Matt’s book, “Proposal Development Secrets: Win More, Work Smarter, and Get Home on Time,” here: https://amzn.to/3ICF1Og

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BJ reflects on his upcoming family trip to Walt Disney World, as well as some leadership lessons from Walt Disney, and the importance of customer service.

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Tim Ferris's Interview with Eric Schmidt: https://tim.blog/2021/10/25/eric-schmidt-ai/

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BJ sits down with Col. Christopher Valle, USAF (Ret.) who currently serves as a Vice President at DNV, the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by DNV’s and his personal purpose to safeguard life, property and the environment, Christopher discusses his transition from the military into the clean energy industry.

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BJ’s taking back momentum on the podcast after a bit of a lay off. It feels good to be back and we look forward to hearing from you all, our loyal listeners.

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BJ discusses Leadership’s responsibility for employee engagement within the AEC Industry. He also takes a moment to acknowledge the tragic events that took place in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021.

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On the following episode of Inspiring People and Places, BJ discusses Gino Wickman’s Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and how it’s powering MCFA’s 10 year road map.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman

https://amzn.to/2Vzsd7w

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BJ and Mike discuss the challenges of teaching in the new world, and how it's affecting the way content is delivered in classrooms and organizations.

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On the following episode of Inspiring People and Places, BJ sits down with Serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, Dana Spain. The two discuss how we can do well and do good by leading, learning, and loving what you do.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level

https://amzn.to/3eQ3thT

Inspiring People and Places is brought to you by MCFA. Visit our website www.MCFAglobal.com and sign up for our weekly newsletter where we curate some of the top industry articles of the week and give you a dose of inspiration as you head into the weekend!

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BJ discusses MCFA’s Core Values, the role they play in MCFA’s culture, and how to establish Core Values in your own firm.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

BE 2.0 (Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0): Turning Your Business into an Enduring Great Company by Jim Collins

https://amzn.to/3dZLgOD

Inspiring People and Places is brought to you by MCFA. Visit our website www.MCFAglobal.com and sign up for our weekly newsletter where we curate some of the top industry articles of the week and give you a dose of inspiration as you head into the weekend!

MCFA IS HIRING!! If you or anyone you know are looking to work in the Planning, Project Development, Project Management, or Construction Management field, contact us through our website. Interns to Executives...we nee d great people to help us innovate and inspire, plan, develop and build our nation's infrastructure. Check out our MUST FILL positions here https://mcfaglobal.com/careers/. We reward the bold and the action oriented so if you don’t see a position but think you are a fit...send us an email!

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BJ and Mike discuss MCFA University, the firm’s approach to training and development.

Books Mentioned:

The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers Hardcover by Ben Horowitz

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Fix This Next: Make the Vital Change That Will Level Up Your Business by Mike Michalowicz

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Learn more at www.MCFAGlobal.com