EPISODE 401: Do all decisions in your construction business fall on your shoulders?

If you’re a construction CEO, that’s often just the reality—every choice runs through you, and the questions keep coming, even long after the workday ends. But it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode, we’ll dive into the underestimated problem plaguing construction businesses—decision bottlenecks.

Together we’ll unpack…

• The serious consequences of slow, scattered, or centralized decision-making 

• How to know if you have a decision-making problem

• The common myths and misconceptions about decision-making

• 5 CEO-level strategies that will help you lead without doing everything yourself

…and so much more!

If you feel—or know someone who feels—bogged down by decision overload, this episode is truly a must-listen.

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Signs you have a decision-making problem (01:06)

Debunking common misconceptions on decision-making (04:23)

Successful CEOs should make as few decisions as possible (12:33)

Why you should document your processes (18:45)

What does manufacturing urgency mean (22:24)

Make decisions in parallel instead of in series (30:36)

Separate the decision from implementation (33:42)

Episode wrap-up (42:47)

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EPISODE 400: Are you constantly putting out fires in your construction business? Do you feel like you never have time to work on your business because you’re always reacting to problems?

For many business owners, it’s easy to believe that freeing up time means hiring extra help. But I’m here to tell you—you can reclaim 40 hours a month of your time without bringing anyone new on board.

In this episode, we’ll explore how adjusting your approach to time management, task prioritization, and communication can help you take control of your business, reduce overwhelm, and stop operating in constant reactive mode.

You’ll learn…

• Jeff Bezos’s secret to creating more time (instead of managing it)

• The importance of identifying the root cause of recurring problems 

• Common time and energy drains for construction business owners

• How eliminating free estimates can save you serious time

…and more!

If you’re ready to stop firefighting and finally take back control of your schedule, this episode is for you.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Stop believing the “I don’t have the time” lie (02:13)

Common time drains in construction businesses (05:26)

How to focus on high-impact activities (09:13)

Use the 5 Whys method to find the root causes (20:49)

Breaking the vicious cycle of reactive work (33:20)

Why you need proactive communication (39:27)

Eliminate free estimates to save time (45:51)

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 399: Do you often find yourself reacting to problems instead of making progress?

Many construction business owners feel like they’re stuck in a loop of chaos, constantly chasing the next urgent task. 

But what if you could get ahead of the game? What if you could plan for success rather than react to it? What if you could finally check off the goals that have been collecting dust on the shelf?

In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I’ll reveal a simple but powerful way to transform your business using “right-to-left” thinking.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• What right-to-left thinking is, and how it differs from traditional goal setting

• How working backwards from your goals can help your business grow with less stress

• 5 key areas in your business where you can apply right-to-left thinking

• How these shifts will give you greater clarity in your business and help you make better decisions

• The impact of a solid handoff process on projects

…and more!

Want more clarity and control in your business? Don’t miss this episode.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

The problem with left-to-right thinking (00:19) 

What right-to-left thinking really means (03:02)

Using right-to-left thinking for big picture strategy planning (03:34)

Setting financial targets and breaking them down (07:23)

Strategic sales forecasting using right-to-left thinking (14:04) 

Nailing the handoff in project management (17:31) 

Hiring with the end in mind (26:53) 

Final thoughts (31:58)

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 398: Still struggling with chaos in your construction business? You’re not alone.

A lot of construction business owners assume that chaos comes from rapid business growth, but that’s a myth and that’s what keeps you stuck.

In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge Podcast, I sit down with Brady Fry, the owner of Fry Classic Construction, who shares valuable insights on managing a construction business with efficiency and clarity.

Today, you’ll learn…

• How Brady’s experience in the music industry helped him deal with construction issues

• Why he strategically stopped using the word “estimate”

• How to avoid common pitfalls when managing client expectations

• What makes clarity a competitive edge in negotiating prices and schedules

• The role of psychology in running a successful business

• The virtuous cycle of hiring talented people

…and more!

If you’re ready to cut the chaos, build a winning team, and manage client relationships with ease, this episode is for you.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Brady Fry of Fry Classic Construction (01:38)

How Brady’s background in the music industry helped him (07:52) 

The importance of staying calm under pressure (13:04)

Why understanding psychology is key to running a business (18:40)

Why Brad stopped giving free estimates and what he does instead (24:49)

The power of strategic communication in construction (35:22)

Building trust with clients through clear expectations (49:46) 

Signs you're lacking clarity around roles and accountability (1:05:50)

Why talented people don’t always want to start their own business (1:11:38)

The virtuous cycle of hiring talented people (1:18:57) 

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 397: Have you ever thought about selling your construction business?

Many construction business owners believe that all businesses are meant to be sellable. But here’s the truth: selling a business isn’t just about finding a buyer—it’s about building something that can thrive without you.

In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge Podcast, I’m joined by John Warrillow, the expert in business value creation. Today, he shares why most construction businesses aren’t sellable and how you can transform yours into a valuable asset.

Listen in as he also breaks down…

• The Trojan Horse effect–a secret that can increase your business’s value

• What is TVR, and why is it important

• When is the best time to sell your construction business

• Disastrous mistakes to avoid when selling a business

• Clauses to watch out for during a transaction

• The #1 thing sellers do to sabotage themselves

…and more!

If you want to know how to build a business that thrives without you and is irresistible to potential buyers, make sure to watch or listen to this episode.

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Why most construction businesses are unsellable (02:33)

John’s background in business sales and his journey (04:21)

The importance of identifying a TVR business model (07:24)

The Trojan Horse effect of subscription models in business (13:39)  

Why recurring revenue is interesting for a potential buyer (17:51)

Understanding when to sell your business (22:19)

Biggest mistakes in selling businesses and how to avoid them (35:01)

Why business owners should perform due diligence on potential buyers (39:13)

Clauses to watch out for when selling your business (41:30)

What do silent auctions and being dressed for success mean? (43:25)

How to get the best deal when selling (48:09)

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 396: Are you tired of dealing with constant delays, cost overruns, and frustrated clients on your construction projects? You’re not alone.

Most construction problems can be prevented even before work begins. And this week’s guest has cracked the code.

In this episode, we’re joined by John Wojtas, owner of PAXISgroup, a custom home building company based in Georgia. 

Today, John shares how his decision to downsize his business in 2020 allowed him to focus on quality work and efficient growth. He discusses the critical role of pre-construction agreements and planning in preventing costly overruns and delays. 

Listen in and discover…

• Why John believes construction isn’t a building business

• What led him to downsize from 40 employees working across 19 states

• How 80% of schedule overruns can be prevented

• Why his company doesn’t bid on projects

• The surprising benefits of using a pre-construction services agreement

…and more!

If you’re ready to start delivering successful projects consistently (without any delays), you don’t want to miss this episode.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet John Wojtas (02:00)

Why John downsized from 40 employees across 19 states (09:26)

Commercial construction skills applied to residential construction (11:43) 

The importance of pre-construction services (14:15) 

How proper planning mitigates potential delays and cost overruns (16:53)

Benefits of using pre-construction agreements (19:55)

The importance of building relationships and communication with clients (23:16)

From reactive to proactive business management (32:23)

What led John to join the mastermind group? (42:56)

The power of pause (48:04)

The impact of investing in people and communication (52:12)

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 395: Most construction business owners believe that success is all about “getting it”. Getting that big contract. Hitting that revenue goal. But chasing milestones can feel exhausting and overwhelming.

Around 70% of construction businesses shut down within five years. What’s even more alarming? Construction has the second-highest suicide rate of any industry.

What if many of the deepest struggles owners face stem from one flawed belief?

In this episode of Construction Leading Edge Podcast, I’ll share a powerful mindset shift for construction CEOs and business owners.

Listen in and learn…

• Why preparation, not just achievement, is the real key to lasting success

• How to sustain success without burning out

• The hidden cost of shortcuts and risk-taking

• How amateurs and professionals prepare differently

…and so much more!

Ready to stop scrambling and start sustaining success?

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

The biggest lie from the Karate Kid movie (00:30)

Symptoms of wrong beliefs in construction CEOs (03:26)

Tanner’s story about wanting to be a catcher (04:57)

The problem with focusing only on “how do I get it?” (06:40)

Charles Barkley’s turning point story (11:13) 

The mindset shift questions (13:38) 

Lessons from a Navy SEAL on training (15:43)

Four key challenge questions for CEOs (19:17)

Business owners who are focused on sustaining success (21:32)

Additional Resources:

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⚡Listen to Episode 299 on Growing a Custom Home Building Business with Alex Gregg HERE

⚡Listen to Episode 297 on Foundations for Scaling a Business to $50M with Shawn Dominguez HERE

⚡Listen to Episode 286 on Nailing the Handoff with Max and Lori Christiansen HERE

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EPISODE 394: If you’ve ever felt trapped by your construction business, like everything will fall apart the moment you step away, you’re not alone.

Meet Stan. After 35 years of building a thriving construction business, he was ready to retire. 

But there was a problem—his business couldn’t survive without him. All the systems, knowledge, and decisions lived in his head. Retirement? Impossible.  

The business wasn’t just hard to sell—it was completely unsellable.

So, in this week’s episode of The Construction Leading Edge, I break down why 80% of construction businesses are unsellable and how you can fix it.

Today you’ll learn:

• How to spot business obsolescence in your operations

• Stan’s story and how he couldn’t retire after 35 years of hard work

• The 3 strategic reasons IBM was successful.

• How a business can be like a hostage situation.

• What “right to left thinking” looks like for big picture strategic planning.

• 6 mistakes that will sabotage your construction business

…and more! 

If you’re serious about turning your business into a true asset that gives you freedom and wealth, this episode is your wake-up call.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Planned obsolescence in tech vs. construction (01:17)

Case study: why Stan couldn’t retire after 35 years (03:23)

Hidden reasons construction businesses don’t sell (14:13)

Steps to design a sellable business (23:14)

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 393: What if the answer to your labor shortage isn’t in job ads or recruiters—but your warehouse?

Today’s guest was done fighting for tradespeople. Instead of poaching skilled plumbers, he built a training program from scratch. 

Brewer Craftsman Academy turns complete rookies into $60-$80K/year professionals in just six months—and it’s working.

His company now builds 23% of homes with workers who had zero experience just a year ago. How exactly did he do it?

Join me in this week’s episode of The Construction Leading Edge with Mike Brewer, founder and CEO of Brewer Companies, as he reveals how a simple shift in perspective turned into a game-changing strategy for solving the skilled labor crisis.

Listen in and discover:

• How Mike turned a tagline into a powerful business philosophy

• What helped him avoid business collapse—three times

• Why professionalism isn’t just a buzzword, but a leadership principle

• How the academy boosted retention from 10% to 70%

• Why do they provide financial management training for their new hires

• The power of staying in your lane and understanding your limits

..and much more!

Ready to change your workforce strategy?

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Mike Brewer, founder of Brewer Companies (03:10)

The game-changing tagline (05:34)

Solving the skilled labor shortage head-on (09:09)

Brewer Craftsman Academy’s training success & retention outcomes (12:56)

Inclusion of women in the academy (25:24)

The secret behind the academy’s high success rate (32:03)

Transitioning from technician to CEO (41:41)

What Mike learned from nearly losing the business three times (49:48)

Importance of coaching and the EOS model (54:20)

Episode wrap-up (57:58)

Additional Resources:

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EPISODE 392: Why do some contractors scale to $10M and beyond, while others stay stuck?

Most construction business owners believe that working harder and saying “yes” to everything is the key to growth.

But here’s the truth: saying yes to every job is how you build revenue, but saying NO to the wrong ones is how you build a profitable construction business.

In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge, we’re unpacking the five key mindset shifts that set $10M-a-year construction CEOs apart.

Listen in and discover:

• The difference between being a builder and becoming a true construction CEO

• Why relying on gut feeling can cost you more than you think

• How to design systems that prevent chaos before it starts

• Why waiting until you’re “ready” is exactly what keeps you stuck where you are

…and so much more!

Ready to escape the chaos and scale with confidence?

Tune in now to learn more!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Why some construction businesses scale and others don’t (01:39)

From firefighting to system design (04:59)

Build the machine; don’t be the machine (06:45)

Growth means saying no to the wrong work (08:50)

Build the machine that builds projects (12:56)

From gut feeling to data (16:34)

Think like a $10M CEO (18:54) 

Additional Resources:

⚡Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the free online assessment HERE 

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⚡Watch episode 281 with Mikhail Gannage HERE

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