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In Episode 32 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Discuss  How the Thanksgiving Holiday Used to Bring to Mind the Subject of Showing Appreciation and Giving Thanks, But that Sentiment Seems to Be Fading So Jon Wanted to Speak to That and Show His Appreciation and Give Thanks for All His Success.

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Chapters
00:00:01 Jon Expresses His Gratitude for All His Successes

Takeaway
*Be encouraged by listening to a successful contractor explaining why no matter how much success you may experience you always need be aware and appreciative of all those that make that success possible... GOD, family, your work family, and friends.

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In Episode 31 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Have a Straightforward Conversation About Looking Back with Hindsight and Identifying 3 Key Areas of the Business that Jon Would Do Differently If He Was Starting Over Today. If you are in the construction industry in any capacity you are not going to want to miss this episode.

To book a call and get your questions answered or inquire about getting your project out of the conceptual stage and into a plan for moving it forward go to the website and send your request today at: www.kellyconstructiongroup.com

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Chapters
00:00:03 Jon's POV Introduction to the Episode
00:00:18 Joe Introduces the Episode and its Content
00:01:52 Joe Introduces the 1st Talking Point-Business Strategy for the Ability to Scale Sooner
00:02:44 Jon Explains Point 1's Strategy for Scaling Sooner
00:10:26 Jon's VSL for Kelly Construction Group
00:16:42 Joe Introduces the 2nd Point-Marketing "Can't" Wait
00:16:46 Jon Explains His View if Marketing Now Compared to When He Started
00:24:59 Joe Introduces the 3rd Point-Subcontractors and Their Role In Your Success
00:26:01 Jon Talks About His Early Subs and His Current Approach
003652 Jon Reviews the "3 Points"
00:37:13 Joe Wraps It Up

Takeaways
* Learn what the three points are that Jon would change if he was starting over today.
* Learn what each of the three points are and how each can impact your business and your success.
* Learn in minutes what has taken years for experienced business owners like Jon to understand and apply.

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In Episode 30 of The K Cup Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup Discuss 3 Important Ways that General Contractors Can Help CRE Professionals Close More Deals. This podcast episode drives home the point that the earlier a Commercial Real Estate professional consults with a General Contractor the more likely they are to close the deal while at the same time leveling up their client services. If your in the commercial real estate game you're not going to want to miss this episode.

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Chapters
00:00:03 Joe Introduces Episode 30
00:00:50 Joe Explains the 1st Way GCs Can Help CRE Pros Close Deals
00:04:56 Jon Talks About How We Can Make Step 1 Happen
00:09:46 Joe Introduces the 2nd Way GCs Can Help CRE Pros Close Deals
00:12:57 VSL for Kelly Construction Group w/Jon
00:13:29 Jon Discusses the 2nd Way In Real Terms
00:17:51 Joe Introduces the 3rd Way GCs Can Help CRE Pros
00:20:22 Jon Explains the #rd Way GCs Help Close Deals
00:24:11 Jon's Closing Thoughts

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Takeaways
* Learn how GCs and CRE Pros can develop collaborations that result in closing more deals for both the GC and the CRE Pros.
* Learn the benefits of having a GC do a feasibility assessment.
* Learn how a GC can help with negotiating for tenant improvements.
* Learn how partnering with a GC can help accelerate the timeline to a closing.

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In Episode 29 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Discuss 3 Important Factors Related to Poor Estimating Habits. Jon and Joe talk about the reality of the "we'll figure it out..." fallacy, the flawed strategy of " the change order mirage...", and the hidden cost of the substandard work that results from chronically bad estimating.

Chapters
00:00:01 Jon's POV Introduction to Episode 29
00:00:20 Musical - Logo Intro
00:00:28 Joe Introduces Episode 29 and Explains the Episode's Content
00:02:01 Jon Gives a Teaser About What Will Be Covered
00:04:22 Joe Introduces Point 1 the "We'll Figure It Out..." Fallacy
00:11:56 VSL for Kelly Construction Group
00:12:29 Episode Resumes With Point 2 - the "Change Order Mirage..."
00:15:45 Joe Introduces Point 3 - "The Hidden Cost of Bad Work..."
00:24:59 CTA - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Takeaways
*Learn how estimating is the centerpiece for your contracting business and directly affects the trajectory and the longevity of your business.
* Learn about the dangerous mindset of thinking "...we'll figure it out when we win the project..."
* Learn how why the strategy of thinking you will take the project as low as needed to win it and then try and use change orders to achieve profitability is a dangerous, unethical, and flawed strategy.
* Learn about the long-term negative affect of not trying to accurately estimate projects will have on your business and your reputation.

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In Episode 28 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Interview Project Manager Pablo Lanier. This is your opportunity to get some front row access to Kelly Construction Group and catch a glimpse on the inside through the eyes of one of their own.

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LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kelly-construction-group-llc/?viewAsMember=true

Chapters
00:00:10 Introduction to Episode 28 - An Interview with PM Pablo Lanier
00:01:01 Joe Invites Pablo to Tell Us a Little Bit About Himself
00:02:48 Pablo Describes a Typical Day-In-The-Life of a PM at Kelly Construction Group
00:04:14 Pablo Explains What Drew Him to Want to Work As a Project Manager in the Construction Industry
00:05:28 Jon Talks About Pablo's Growth As a PM
00:05:57 Joe Comments On the Kelly Culture
00:06:41 Pablo Talks About a Project That Stood Out to Him
00:09:02 Pablo Talks About Managing a Project Owner's Expectations
00:10:34 Joe Asks Pablo His Opinion ON the Difference Between a Good Project Manager and a Great Project Manager
00:12:31 Jon Weighs In on Pablo's Handling of a Difficult Project
00:13:26 Jon's VSL for Kelly Construction Group
00:14:00 Episode Resumes following VSL
00:14:48 Pablo Talks About What to Do When Problems Come Up and the Pressure Is On
00:17:46 Jon Recounts Pablo's Progress From Where He Started to Where He Is Now
00:21:21 The Guys Touch On Tech and Tools
00:27:52 Joe Closes By Asking Pablo About His View of AI's Impact On the Industry and His Position

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly, Pablo Lanier

Takeaways
* Gain insight into what it means to be a project manager in the commercial construction industry.
* Learn about managing difficult projects.
* Learn about managing project owners expectations.
* Learn how company culture impacts the success of a project manager.
* Learn how tech and AI are helping with the processes of construction project management.

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In Episode 27 Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Have a Follow Up Conversation On Difficult Client Conversations and Discuss How These Types of Conversations Can Actually Be Used to Strengthen Relationships Instead of Harming Them. 

Website: www.kellyconstructiongroup.com

Chapters
00:00:01 Laugh Trac - Don't Miss Jon & Joe Cutting Up
00:00:56 Introduction to Episode 27 - Jon's POV
00:01:23 Joe Introduces the Episode's Content
00:03:46 Joe Introduces the 1st of Two Points to Be Discussed
00:03:52 Jon Explains Transparency In Construction
00:08:12 Joe Shares a Real World Example About the Importance of Transparency
00:11:20 Jon's VSL for Kelly Construction Group
00:11:51 Joe Introduces the 2nd Point to Be Discussed - "Turning Confrontations Into Collaborations"
00:13:47 Jon Explains How to Manage These Situations
00:19:01 Jon Gives Closing Thoughts

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Takeaways
* Learn how difficult client conversations can actually strengthen relationships instead of damaging them.
* Learn how being transparent in construction and really in any business can strengthen relationships with those you're doing business with, even when difficulties arise.
* Learn how to take a positive approach when addressing problems with clients and team members, keeping in mind the primary goal is finding solutions, not being "right."

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In Episode 26 of The K Cup Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup Discuss the Importance of Having Difficult Client Conversations. Jon and Joe explain that there is a hidden cost to avoiding having conversations that may be uncomfortable. They touch on how not having the difficult dialog can severely damage your reputation and as a result cause your company to possibly fail. They also discuss Kelly Construction Group's framework for building difficult conversations into the client onboarding process and once the work has started. Most business owners avoid tough client discussions and pay a hefty price, watch or listen to this episode so your business doesn't suffer.

Website: www.kellyconstructiongroup.com

Chapters
00:00:01 Jon Delivers the Hook
00:00:16 The K Cup "Logo" Intro
00:00:29 Joe Introduces the Show
00:01:38 Joe Introduces the 1st Discussion Point - "How to Establish a Proactive - Difficult Conversation Framework" Includes the "Difficult Conversation Clause"
00:10:31 Kelly Construction Group VSL w/Jon Kelly
00:11:57 Joe Introduces the 2nd Discussion Point "Part B" - The Difficult Conversation "Early Warning System"
00:44:10 Closing Thoughts

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#PersonalBranding #BrandIdentity #BuildYourBrand #InfluencerMarketing #DigitalPresence #BrandStrategy #SelfPromotion #OnlineReputation #ThoughtLeader #BrandAwareness #SocialMediaMarketing #ContentCreation #EntrepreneurLife #Networking #BrandStory #Authenticity #ProfessionalGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #Visibility #ReputationManagement #PersonalBrandingOver45 #MidlifeReinvention #BoomerInfluencer #SecondActSuccess #AgelessEntrepreneur #MatureMarketing #CareerPivot #AuthenticBranding #WisdomInBranding #ExperiencedAndEvolving #RebrandingAfter40 #LifeBeginsAt45 #Over45Influence #BrandingWithExperience #RevitalizeYourBrand #AgelessInnovation #EmpoweredAt45 #BoomerBranding #LifeAfter45 #ThrivingOver45

Keywords
Joe Nortrup, Authenticity, Personal growth, Networking, Online presence, Thought leadership, Reputation management, Lifelong learning, Storytelling, Expertise showcasing, Trust building, Influence, Visibility, Content creation, Professional development, Social media strategy, Public speaking, Mentorship, Brand consistency, Value proposition, Resilience
How to Build Your Brand, Learn How to Build Your Brand, Learn How to Build a Brand, Brand Building, Business, Business Strategy, Business Development, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Solopreneur, Influencer, Thought Leadership, Innovator, Innovative Business Practices, Angel Investor, Business Consultant, Business Consultancy, Voice Engine, Voice Engine App, Joe Nortrup, Author, Thought Leader, Marketing, Sales, Lead Gen, Lead Generation, Collaborative Business Ecosystem, B2B, B2C, ENS, CCE, CBE, PPI, KPI, Prominent Person of Impact, Key Person of Influence, Business Framework, Business Ecosystem, 

Takeaways
*Learn how avoiding difficult conversations can negatively affect your reputation and cost you opportunities.
* Learn how "scope-creep" can kill your business if you don't have the necessary and likely uncomfortable conversations to prevent it.
* Learn how you can build in a "difficult conversation clause" into your client onboarding program to make having tough conversations much easier and productive

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In Episode 25 Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup are Joined by Their First Ever Guest Phillip Kern of Kern Architects. The trio dive into the subject of renovating occupied commercial spaces and the number one question swirling around that subject; should the tenant stay or vacate the premises during the construction? Don't miss this episode as they dive into 3 key aspects of this sort of project that need to be considered before you begin, point 1: the affect on the functionality of the space, point 2: safety and liability, and point 3: the true cost of either choice to stay or leave.

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Chapters
00:00:02 Jon's Introduction/POV
00:25:12 Joe Introduces the Show
01:53:15 Joe Tosses It to Jon
02:07:05 Jon Invites Special Guest Phillip Kern of Kern Architects to Introduce Himself
03:12:09 Jon & Joe Pick at Phillip a Little Bit for Laughs
03:29:11 Joe Introduces the First of 3 Key Points to Consider When Wanting to Renovate and Occupied Commercial Space
19:00:16 The Kelly Construction Group VSL w/Jon Kelly
25:57:25 Joe Introduces the 2nd Key Point of Consideration When Renovating an Occupied Commercial Space
36:12:09 Joe Introduces the 3rd Key Point of Consideration When Renovating an Occupied Space
47:00:00 The Trio Recap the Episode by Offering Their Final Thoughts On the Subject of Renovating an Occupied Commercial Space

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly, Phillip Kern, Kern Architects

Takeaways
* Learn the perspectives around the renovation of an occupied commercial space from both a general contractor and an architect.
* Discover a little about Phillip Kern and Kern Architects from the Greater Baton Rouge market.
* Learn what to consider as far as the functionality and productivity of a commercial space that is going to go under renovation.
* Learn what to consider regarding safety and liability associated with the renovation of an occupied commercial space.
* Learn about the importance of weighing the cost for both the contractor and the client/tenant when considering renovating an occupied commercial space.

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In Episode 24 Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup discuss the 3 construction services that Kelly Construction Group's 'Complimentary Pre-Construction Services Package' consists of. They explain how each of these services are an integral part of every construction project and that they are not only necessary steps in the building process, but that each of these 'complimentary' services have intrinsic value, and could save a client thousands of dollars.

To Book a Call With Jon About This Offer Go To Our Website and Fill Out Our Web Form   www.kellyconstructiongroup.com

Chapters
00:00:05 Jon Sets the Hook
00:00:34 Joe Introduces the Show and Its Content to Be Covered
00:01:45 Joe Asks Jon Why He Is Offering Complimentary Services
00:03:50 Complimentary Service #1: Define Project & Scope
00:05:25 Jon's VSL/Ad Read for Kelly Construction Group
00:06:07 Complimentary Service #2: Design the Floorplan/Footprint
00:09:07 Complimentary Service #3: A Working Budget
00:12:31 Joe Asks Jon; 'Why These 3 Steps?'
00:14:55 Joe Wraps Up the Show

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Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Takeaways
* Learn what the 3 complimentary services are and how they are all necessary aspects of any construction project.
* Learn what is involved in clarifying a project and defining its scope.
* Learn how something as simple as a floorplan can be used to help develop early stage construction budgets.
* Learn what initial construction budgets are all about and the role they play in helping project owners make informed decisions.

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In Episode 23 : "The small Job Advantage - How Minor Projects Build Major Trust" Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup discuss the immense value of small projects for reputation building and as a 'proving ground' for developing your processes and honing your skillset. They explain 3 key ways that small jobs prove they are invaluable for building a lasting and strong reputation. This is a must see or must listen for anyone starting out in business or considering doing so in the near future.

Chapters
00:00:01 Jon's Intro Where He Illustrates the Value of Small Jobs In Building a Strong Reputation and Winning Bigger Projects Over Time
00:01:08 Joe Introduces the Show's Outline for Discussing Small Projects & Building a Valuable Reputation
00:02:21 Point 1: Small Jobs are Auditions Not Just Transactions
00:06:37 Point 2: Excellence at Scale - Treat Every Job Like It Was Your Biggest
00:11:21 Point 3: The Compound Growth of Trust & Referrals
00:19:11 Jon Makes Another Key Point About the Value of Stacking Small Jobs Over Time
00:20:16 Joe Wraps Up the Episode & Shares His CTA
00:20:44 Joe Reviews the 3 Key Points of the Value of Small Jobs

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#generalcontractorsbatonrouge #theKCupPodcast #constructionpodcast #howto #business #KellyConstructionGroup #Louisiana #commercialconstruction #contractor #building #buildingdesign #architecture #designbuild #AIA #commercialrealestate #commerciallending #creprofessionals #developers #CREinvestors #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #businessstrategy #collaboration #collaborativebusinessecosystem #essentialnetworkingsystem #collaborativeconsumerengagement #prominentpersonofimpact #buildyourbrand #brand #joenortrup #jonkelly

Keywords
general contractors baton rouge, commercial construction, business strategy, business, start a business, start your own company, start a construction company, builder insights, contractor insights, contracting business, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, commercial construction industry, architecture, commercial real estate, commercial lending, brand building, Joe Nortrup, Jon Kelly

Key Takeaways
* Learn the importance of building a strong reputation.
* Learn how small jobs are of great value as they offer opportunity for you to build a strong reputation and to develop effective operation strategies.
* Learn why you should treat every small job like an audition.
* Learn why you should treat every job, no matter how small, like it was your biggest.
* Learn the "compound effect" of building a strong reputation through the completion of many small jobs over time.

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