Bradley discusses leadership lessons that can be learned from the classic holiday film Elf with Data Scientist, Brock Lacy and returning guest, Sales Leader, Matt Potter.  They examine Walter Hobbs' transformation from tough leader to family man as well as Buddy's likability.  Also, find out why actor Faizon Love had the name Wanda on his Gimbels' name badge.

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In this special bonus episode 436, Project Manager Taylor Parker of Lingenfelter Luxury Homes discusses Adam Lingenfelter’s leadership style along with providing insight on how he manages relationships with subcontractors and what the best suppliers do to make a positive impact.

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Luxury home builder Adam Lingenfelter returns to the Construction Leadership Podcast, sharing insights on how his business has evolved since 2019. Adam discusses the challenges of the pandemic, including supply chain issues, pricing volatility, and the need for more proactive planning. He emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers, investing significant time upfront to understand their needs and goals. Adam also advises salespeople to be more engaged, asking for feedback to improve their offerings. This episode provides a candid look at the changing dynamics in the high-end residential construction industry.

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In episode 434, you’ll discover the superhuman skill that saved Hartmann over $250,000 this year. Frustrated with the burden of email, Bradley shares the simple yet effective approach to taming your inbox. This episode—including a philosophy, framework, and tool—is a game-changer for anyone struggling to conquer their overflowing inbox.

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In episode 433, Dr. Carla Fowler joins the show to share earned insights on leadership from her academic and athletic background. Carla is the founder of executive coaching firm THAXA, which converts her expertise in performance science into practical advice for leaders at all levels. You’ll discover immediately actionable insights on how to embrace the slog of hard work and how the newly coined "Air Alert Principle" can change your mindset when experimenting and innovating on the job.

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In episode 432, Bradley shares his belief—along with a simple four-step formula—to take advantage of the most overlooked key to reaching your goals (and those of your team members) faster in 2025 and beyond.

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Erik Bornstein, a former commercial and residential builder in Toronto, shares the earned insights that compelled him to quit his job, move to California, and launch TOOLBX, an online platform for building material suppliers that helps them simplify the lives of the builders they serve.

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In episode 430, Bradley Hartmann shares leadership insights from one of his favorite movies, Moneyball, starring Brad Pitt as the Oakland A’s general manager, Billy Beane. Joining Hartmann are Matt Potter (construction sales veteran) and Joel Stevens (HR expert), returning to the show after their excellent performances in episode 393 where we focused on the leadership aspects from the movie, Up in the Air (starring George Clooney and Anna Kendrick).

Hartmann, Potter, and Stevens explore Billy Beane's approach to challenging the status quo, getting his team to think differently about how to evaluate and build a winning roster. They discuss Beane's confrontational style with his scouts, his willingness to take risks by converting a career catcher named Scott Hatteberg to first base, and his ability to get buy-in from veteran players like David Justice.

Off the field, the trio examines the interpersonal dynamics and cultural shifts Beane had to navigate within the organization. They highlight his successes and missteps in communicating his vision and bringing the entire team along.

The conversation also touches on broader themes of competitive differentiation, developing confidence in employees, and the importance of diverse perspectives—lessons that translate well beyond the baseball diamond. Whether you're a Moneyball superfan or discovering it for the first time, this episode offers valuable insights for leaders in any industry.

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In episode 429 of The Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann sits down with Mireya Zapata, the Executive Director of the Lumbermen's Association of Texas (LAT). Zapata brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously worked in politics, public relations, and for the Texas House of Representatives.

Throughout the conversation, Hartmann and Zapata dive into Zapata's background and her unique perspective on engaging the political process as the head of a state trade association. Zapata explains how she has been able to maintain a sense of enthusiasm and optimism despite the often divisive nature of politics today. She encourages LAT members to get involved, emphasizing that their industry expertise and firsthand experiences are invaluable when working to influence policy decisions.

The discussion then shifts to some of the key issues currently facing Zapata and her members, including housing affordability and organized retail theft. Zapata highlights LAT's efforts to support the Texas Association of Builders on the affordability challenge, as well as the association's work to increase criminal penalties for those engaged in sophisticated theft operations targeting building material suppliers.

Finally, Zapata offers a glimpse into her personal life, sharing how she manages the demands of leading a statewide trade group while also raising two children. She credits her family and involvement with nonprofit organizations as crucial outlets that help her maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Throughout the conversation, Zapata's passion for her work and her industry shines through, making this an engaging listen for anyone interested in the intersection of construction, politics, and association leadership.

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In this sidecar bonus episode to 427, host Bradley Hartmann and Tony Meza break down the lyrics from the summer jam, TK by Pedro Capó, as they identify which language skills can be used on the job to communicate better and lead more effectively. Listen to episode 427 to hear Tony Meza’s insights on bridging cultural and linguistic gaps on the job site. Tony Meza is the safety professional responsible for risk management at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Meza also lends his voice to Hartmann & Company’s new Construction Spanish App as the native Spanish speaker in the voice tracks within the app.

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