The Real Build

In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Robert Penney, the national director of continuous improvement at Skanska.  Skanska is one of the world's largest development and construction companies, with 2020 revenue totaling SEK 159 billion.  

Roberts's responsibility, first and foremost, is to encourage and enable a culture of continuous improvement within Skanska.  Robert supports his construction project teams through: 

-The facilitation of process improvement workshops.

-The communication of best practices.

-Building strong skill sets around Lean construction practices.

Roberts's goal is to allow people to love their work again.  Robert and I discussed topics like creating high-performing teams, knowledge sharing within a construction business, and the importance of process while acknowledging flexibility.

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Website: https://www.skanska.com/

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A topic I wanted to discuss is something that recently happened to me, and it hit me hard the last month. It was bothering me. A home that I do home watch for the previous three years was listed for sale for 5.5 million dollars. Now you are probably saying a couple of things. Wow, that’s an expensive home, and or ok, what’s the big deal?

The primary reason it bothered me was that I do these people's home watch and am a real estate broker. Ive gotten them properties in the past as well. I sold them the lot the home was on!  I designed and built the home, which was a huge slap in the face. I went above and beyond for these people. Making sure everything was fixed and running well for them.

But yet, they listed with another agent.  

At first, I was bothered by it. I'm competitive, but I also couldn’t comprehend why they did it. I looked for reasons. I blamed others for it. I was angry.

After a bit, I started to think back to everything I’ve learned through my personal development journey. I needed to stop pointing the finger at others and look at myself.

In this episode of The Real Build, I featured Zach Burick, the owner of Duggins Welding in Salem, North Carolina.  Zach and his team specialize in installing structural steel for multi-story buildings, manufacturing centers, schools, churches, and commercial/office projects.  Zach and I talked about his process, leading a team at a young age, and the importance of structural steel in a project.

Zach spent nearly a decade working for Duggins Welding before acquiring the company in late October 2021. Zach started in the field as a general laborer while still in school at UNC Charlotte and worked his way to estimating, project management, and now owner. Zach's goal is to honor the foundation laid by Derek Duggins, who started the company in 1986, continue to grow the company, and build his legacy.

Duggins Welding is proud to have completed more than 30 years in business. We are family-owned and operated AISC CSE (Certified Steel Erector), and we concentrate on projects located throughout North Carolina.

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Website: https://www.dugginswelding.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachburick/

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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with David Friedman, who is the Co-Founder and CEO of Knox Financial, a financial services company specializing in helping people turn the homes they're moving out of into market-beating investment properties. Through a Frictionless Ownership Platform, David does from finding renters to property maintenance and managing finances. With over a decade of experience working with tech companies and the real estate industry, David now successfully makes owning investment property effortless and profitable.

David was also the Founder and CEO of Boston Logic, a leading provider of real estate brokerage software now known as Propertybase. After selling Boston Logic in 2016, David Co-Founded Knox Financial in 2018 while remaining active on the Boston Logic board.

David graduated with a MSME and BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University. As someone incredibly skilled in starting and scaling several companies from idea to profitability, he has a lot to say about property investing, wealth generation, and mortgages. Hosts and listeners will love his tips and insights on getting the Knox edge on owning and profiting from one's home as a smart financial asset. He can't wait to get booked on your show! 

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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Dillon Mitchell, who is the owner of Kowabunga Studios.  Dillon is an electrical and technology designer for commercial construction.  Dillon is there to help you get through projects faster and not be so stressed to get projects done. Helping you and your team live a better life.

Handing design documents to them means they do the heavy lifting. Giving you a project with all the components in it. Coordinated. Ready for circuiting and final coordination with the owner. Keeping your team involved in the project without the time commitment.

Dillon and I discussed the importance of engineering, software automation in the construction industry, creating less stress in the industry, and the long-term vision of automation in construction.

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https://www.kowabungastudios.com

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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Michael Leonetti, owner of Mastercraft Exteriors in Williamstown, NJ.  Michael specializes in Roofing and Siding construction.  Michael and I discussed his process from start to finish and what you need to look for when doing your next siding project.  We discussed the importance of using quality siding like Hardi Board and how it may cost a little more to use, but it will last a lot longer.  

Michael Leonetti has been working on homes since he was ten years old, earning extra cash and helping his dad with the labor involved with flipping houses. A strong work ethic is in his DNA. So too is entrepreneurship.

After building a property cleanout and power washing business from the ground up, Mike expanded to property maintenance, home flipping, and ultimately to a general contractor.

Michael's Website: https://mcenj.com/

Michael's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/leonetti_24/

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In this episode of The Real Build, I sat down with Michael McGovern, the owner of Columbus Construction Company and Columbus Roofing. 

Michael is on a mission to get everything he can out of every customer he works with. Meaning he wants to offer multiple services so that he can give the most value he possibly can to every customer. Michael believes he will get more jobs by being more service driven rather than chasing 100 clients at a time. This is why he has branched into construction, real estate, and roofing. These services always offer his clients something, and he can always be there to take care of them. He believes we are here for a purpose on purpose and to act like every conversation you have with someone could be your last.

Michael's Website: https://columbusroofingco.com/

Michael's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/therecklessceo/

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In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to talk about my recent trip to Pittsburgh for the Top Contractor School Summer Retreat and what great information I took from it.

TCS is a construction group that Ive been a part of for about seven months now. The group is full of high-performing contractors trying to improve all aspects of their lives, most notably our business.  

I took so much from this retreat and formed many more friendships and close relationships with contractors. I think a big issue with contractors is they don’t like to share practices that have helped them succeed in the industry. This is a problem, and the more you come together as an industry, the better our industry will be.

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We all go through challenging situations that can make or break us. They can cause anger, and we have to step back sometimes and ask ourselves if it is worth it. In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to address some situations that personally happened to me in business recently. In these situations, Ive had to turn the other cheek. Ive had to take the high road and not let the issues get the best of me. This is challenging, but through a lot of personal development, Ive learned that it's what I need to do. The outcome is always better.

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In this episode of The Real Build, I featured Liza Blas of Very Happy Stories. Liza is the host of the Very Happy Stories podcast, and she also inspires, validates & empowers caregivers of children with challenging conditions.

I wanted to have Liza discuss a crucial topic that not many people discuss. That topic is mold and how we should check for it and ensure our families and ourselves are fully protected. Liza's kids are recovering from Lyme disease, and one of the main issues in people unable to recover is due to mold exposure. Mold is a significant driver in chronic illness in people today. Awareness is critical, especially when it comes to renovations and flipping. We discussed proper remediation and the importance of working with experienced teams and leaders in the industry. Liza was motivated to help others struggling with similar challenges. Building on real-life stories of challenges and obstacles, she brings light out of darkness, providing empathy, validation, and inspiration to parents with similar struggles. She guides followers and audiences and coaches clients from surviving to thriving.

Liza's Website: veryhappystories.com 

Liza's Podcast: veryhappystories.com/podcast 

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