As the Drum Turns

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss Michael Phelps’ broken goggles plan, Kobe Bryant’s practice routine, and how we can adapt and overcome difficult situations.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Lora tests Jeff's patriotic song knowledge, then they discuss what it looks like for our team members to take a cradle-to-grave approach to solving problems.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Lora is joined by Bryan Gagnier, our Chief Sales Officer, to offer his insights into the development of our sales team and how every team member plays a part in sales.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Tim discuss how changing your mindset from "got to" to "get to" will change your life and our company.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss what it means for us to be a company built on Christian values and how relentless consistency builds champions.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora begin developing a vision for a fully unified SRM, and how everyone plays a part in serving both internal and external customers.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora dive into Tim Grover's Winning, the mindset behind the 4am jump shot, and the work nobody sees that separates good from great. 

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover a BBQ-fueled trip to Central Texas and what rising diesel prices mean for the company and the economy.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora are joined by TZ to celebrate his retirement by reminiscing on the many memorable stories from the last 39 years.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff and Lora discuss how SRM is investing in its people through stronger training, clearer career paths, and new opportunities for growth.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff and Tim continue discussing the feedback from the Great Place To Work survey by covering management quality and fairness at SRM.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss the next topic from our Great Place To Work survey results: PTO & vacation time. They also recap Jeff’s recent trip to New York and New Jersey, highlighting the importance of culture, standards, and work ethic across the business.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss the next topic from our Great Place To Work survey results: work-life balance & scheduling predictability.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff & Lora announce the opening of a new cement terminal in Texas and tackle the topic of pay and income stability.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora begin discussing SRM's recent Great Place To Work certification and what the results of the survey tell us about our company's culture.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Lora is joined by Mike Hollingshead and Tim Langelier to discuss what good service means for our cement and aggregate divisions and the importance of picking up the phone every time it rings.

On this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff and Lora discuss the team’s commitment to constant improvement, always looking for ways to refine operations and better support the people they serve.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff & Tim cover the fourth and final service principle from The Fred Factor by Mark Sanborn and discuss the act of gradual improvement.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Tim cover the third service principle from The Fred Factor by Mark Sanborn and discuss how we can create value in everyday interactions with our customers.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora continue covering The Fred Factor by Mark Sanborn and discuss the importance of relationships with customers and how it is essential for quality service.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora begin covering The Fred Factor by Mark Sanborn and how everyone at SRM– from operators and dispatchers to mechanics and loader operators can make a difference for our customers.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff & Lora recap the 2026 Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, discuss this year's main focus of SERVICE and how we reach the root of problems instead of constantly correcting the same issues. 

In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff & Lora discuss the excitement of SRM's upcoming leadership conference, provide their Super Bowl predictions, and cover the great returns of doing more than you're asked to do.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss new developments in our training program and how consistency in the way we hire, train, and retain is crucial for longevity.

In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora talk about the risk and reward of "getting in the arena" and how our company was built by leaving it all on the field every day.