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Join Brian Brogen and guest Fulton Cure in this insightful episode of the Build Your Success Podcast. They dive into Fulton's experience as a consultant in the construction industry, discuss the significance of leadership during toughtimes, and explore the importance of introducing young people to construction.

Fulton also shares valuable insights into effective training and workforce development, comparing it to horse training principles. Learn about the opportunities available in the industry and how both seasoned professionals and new entrants can thrive and grow.

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Join us in this episode of the Builder Success Podcast as wewelcome J.D. Slaughter, a professional engineer and a board member of S&B Engineering and Constructors. Dive into the rich legacy of leadership and mentorship at S&B and explore J.D.'s passion for leadership styles.

Discover the impactful Industrial Craft Competition at the Houston Rodeo, a groundbreaking initiative that integrates technical education with real-world industry standards, preparing high school students for rewarding careers in theconstruction industry.

Listen to inspiring stories of how these programs arebridging the gap between education and industry needs, transforming the future of construction.

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Fromclassrooms to craftmanship: Youths shape energy future at rodeo - Phillips 66

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Join us in this episode of the Builder Success Podcast as wewelcome J.D. Slaughter, a professional engineer and a board member of S&B Engineers and Constructors. Dive into the rich legacy of leadership and mentorship at S&B and explore J.D.'s passion for leadership styles.

Discover the impactful Industrial Craft Competition at the Houston Rodeo, a groundbreaking initiative that integrates technical education with real-world industry standards, preparing high school students for rewarding careers in the construction industry. Listen to inspiring stories of how these programs are bridging the gap between education and industry needs, transforming the future of construction.

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Fromclassrooms to craftmanship: Youths shape energy future at rodeo - Phillips 66

In this episode of the Builder Success Podcast, host Brian interviews Maria Martin, a construction industry consultant and owner of Contech Financials. They discuss Maria's accidental yet passionate journey into the construction field, starting as a roofing supplier during the 2009 economic downturn, her experience with Robins & Morton, and her current role as a Procore certified consultant.

Maria emphasizes the importance of leadership being about setting examples and earning trust, the challenges and benefits of adopting new construction software, particularly for financial management, and shares insights on overcoming resistance to technological change within the industry.

Maria provides examples of improved efficiency and benefits of integrating field and financial tools, advocating for better communication and trust-building among teams.

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In this episode of the Build Your Success Podcast, Ryan Kemp, Director of Pre-Construction at Talley Riggins Construction Group, shares insights on the evolving role of pre-construction and leadership within the construction industry.

With over 15 years of experience, Ryan discusses how his background in estimating, fieldwork, and leadership has shaped his career. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication, managing expectations, and transparency between owners, contractors, and team members.

Ryan dives into the growing trend of negotiated and CM at-risk contracts, explaining how pre-construction professionals are now integral in project planning, from budgeting to team-building, and ensuring projects start off on the right foot. He also touches on the significance of mentoring the next generation in construction, advocating for a balance of hard work, continuous learning, and relationship-building for young professionals entering the field.

Additionally, Ryan shares how adopting Lean Construction methods has positively impacted project outcomes and enhanced team collaboration. Tune in to learn more about leadership, pre-construction, and the future of the construction industry!

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This podcast episode features Damon Lembi, who shares his journey from being a high school baseball All-American to becoming a business leader in the learning and training industry.

Lembi emphasizes the importance of self-leadership and creating a culture of learning within organizations. He discusses the necessity of ongoing feedback, adapting to change, and the differences between virtual and in-person learning.

Both Lembi and the host stress the value of training employees for retention and effective leadership.

Lembi also talks about his book, 'The Learn It All Leader,' which provides insights and practices for becoming a better leader who fosters continuous learning.

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In this inspiring episode of the Build Your Success Podcast,we welcome Renee Beste, a Sales Excellence Leader at Black & Veatch. With 25 years of experience at one of the largest employee-owned companies in the construction industry, Renee shares her journey from starting as a drawing control clerk to leading sales excellence. She emphasizes the importance of servant leadership, mentorship, and the significant role of employee ownership.

Renee also discusses her passion for mentoring others, the impact of charitable work, and offers valuable advice for newcomers to the construction industry.

Tune in to learn from Renee’s remarkable career path and leadership insights.

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In this milestone 200th episode of the Builder Success Podcast, host Brian Brogen sits down with Lance Furuyama, a former electrical contractor turned software professional, who is known as the 'construction industry troublemaker'.

Lance shares his journey from running a small boutique electrical contracting firm to advocating for better practices in the construction industry. The conversation covers topics like leadership, creating a positive workplace culture, the importance of volunteering and community involvement, and the benefits of mentorship programs. Tune in to gain valuable insights into overcoming industry challenges and fostering growth through collaboration and innovation.

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Hello, builders! Welcome to another episode of the Build Your Success Podcast. On this episode, we're diving deep into the world of lean construction and continuous improvement with our special guest, Dave Hagan.
Dave is the Executive Director of Continuous Improvement for Devaney Group Architects in Phoenix, Arizona, and brings a wealth of experience from his early days sweeping floors in his father's subcontracting business to his current role.

In this enlightening conversation, Dave shares his journey into the lean construction world, the principles behind continuous improvement, and how these methodologies are transforming the industry. We'll explore the role of leadership in fostering a culture of constant enhancement, discuss the impact of technology and automation, and look ahead to trends shaping the future of construction in 2024 and beyond.

Whether you're in construction, leadership, or just passionate about continuous improvement, this episode is packed with insights and actionable takeaways. So, tune in as we build ourselves and build others—one episode at a time. Let's get started!

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