Brad Leavitt Podcast

Verdura Construction: Quick Communication & the Benefits of Self-Performing with Jamie Verdura


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Listen in as Jamie shares his leadership best practices for running a thriving family construction business. His characteristic high-energy and optimism have been major contributors to his success in the industry. A quick example of this is his ability to maintain an active social media presence while self-performing many of the firm’s tasks—all while managing the business.

Jamie talks about the unique challenges of running a full-service construction company in California, particularly in today’s turbulent market. He explains how he chooses which departments to outsource and which to self-perform, as well as how he justifies his fees to clients.

Finally, Jamie speaks on his strong family values and how they directly influence his role as a leader. He also shares how his determination to support those around him have led to exciting networking opportunities, including getting the chance to sponsor a local Bellator fighter.

Sponsors:

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  • Pella Windows & Doors - https://www.pella.com/

Events:

  • Learn More/Register for Contractor Coalition Summit November 06-09 https://www.eventcreate.com/e/contractorcoalitionsummit

Topics Discussed: 

  • [02:56] How Jamie is able to respond quickly on social media while running Verdura
  • [06:10] Which aspects Jamie manages and which he self-performs
  • [07:42] Managing employee payroll
  • [11:32] How to retain good people
  • [16:39] Staying positive as a busy general contractor
  • [18:53] Knowing which departments to outsource and which to keep in-house
  • [22:22] Justifying your fees
  • [23:51] The importance of networking in today’s market
  • [26:48] How Verdura manages projects
  • [38:02] Training the younger generation
  • [39:47] Self-performing steel framing
  • [46:47] Managing a business with your spouse
  • [51:28] Sponsoring a local Bellator fighter
  • [55:04] Why Jamie prizes family above all else

Connect with Verdura Construction:

  • Website - http://www.verdura-construction.com/
  • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verduraconstruction/
  • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064921724418

Connect with Brad Leavitt:

  • Website - https://www.aftconstructionpodcast.com/
  • Instagram - https://instagram.com/aft_construction
  • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aftconstruction
  • Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/aft-construction/aft-construction
  • Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ph/AFT_CONSTRUCTION/
  • YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzB4R_DHPVV1SPh7RUfR5jg

Key Quotes by Jamie:

  • You gotta communicate in group texts. It takes ten seconds out of your day and everybody will be happy.
  • If I’m down, beat-up, tired, or preoccupied, the whole morale and energy of the company shrinks.
  • For me to do what I’m doing right now, team and family come first.
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