Build with Breen Homes

Adam and Brandon discuss the complicated intricacies of building a custom home. Often clients ask the wrong questions first and end up down dead end roads. Listen why asking for potential contractors what their cost per square foot is an uneducated and bad question. Hopefully this discussion gives you some insight and education for better questions when you decide to engage a general contractor fo...

The discussion from last episode was enganging enough we continued on with some ideas of WHAT can be done to better control jobsites. Join the discussion; what are you doing and whats working!? 

Keeping control of your jobsites is an every day battle. First off, what is a "controlled jobsite" and second, is that how you or your team is running the job?  Todays opperations should be in complete control We have AI, software, cameras, and access to other tools that should make jobsite control much easier however it seems more difficult and more expensive than ever. What are you doing to cont...

Over the past couple years Adam has ventured into creating a Project Consutling arm to Breen Homes. The value is there and we we are putting it to use. Listen in to the benefits of this business! 

When its not your money, do you spend more freely? Do you take advantge? Do you have a company policy for this? What about time and honest work hours? Working remotely or in office?    What are your thoughts? Lets debate! 

Adam, Brandon and Charity discuss "Whats bothering them" currently in the industry. The discussion quickly turns to liabiltiy and insurance. Have you ever thought about how much liability and insurnace you pay in your personal life? What about small business costs?  Is there a way to solve this? Whats your thoughts? Give us a comment, or tell us we are wrong! 

Adam, Brandn and Charity discuss continued changes in the federal gonvernment and how its effecting their small business' in SLC Utah. Adam and the team continue to discuss hot topics, unfiltered!  Chime in! What are your thoughts? Dont be afraid to share your opinion and have a healthy discussion.

What will happen as the new elected officials take office?  We are positive there will be good and bad. If you're in the construction industry there are 2 major concerns Adam foresees as major concerns that can have dramatic effect on pricing and timelines. Do you agree or disagree? 

Annnnnd we are back!  Welcoming in 2025 and excited to see what this year will bring. Listen in while Adam and Brandon discuss the current economic feeling of the residential construction industry. Do you agree or disagree?  Let us know by commenting!  

Continued:  Adam and Brandon talk current marketing strategies for Breen Homes. What's your emerging marketing in 2024? In our opinion, marketing went from high cost "Print, Radio and TV" to now much less cost and pretty much all social media. However, according to Adam, social media is mainly brand recognition and nothing can replace Adam selling his own business! 

Adam and Brandon talk current marketing strategies for Breen Homes. What's your emerging marketing in 2024? In our opinion, marketing went from high cost "Print, Radio and TV" to now much less cost and pretty much all social media. However, according to Adam, social media is mainly brand recognition and nothing can replace Adam selling his own business! 

Part 2: Guest Episode introducing "Gym Bros"!  Its funny how often we live in our community and never get to know those members IN our community. Join Adam and Brandon in a fun filled episode with local community members and business men to discuss weights, Utah economy and a few jabs here and there! 

Part 1: Guest Episode introducing "Gym Bros"!  Its funny how often we live in our community and never get to know those members IN our community. Join Adam and Brandon in a fun filled episode with local community members and business men to discuss weights, Utah economy and a few jabs here and there! 

Construction may be one of the slowest industries to adopt change... at least that's what most people think. But, there have been and are major technological improvements in the industry that support efficiencies with the building process. Let's explore them! 

Age old adage of working ON your business and working IN your business. Let's get down to the bottom line; does working ON your business really benefit your clients and/or your bottom line dollar!?  Why should you consider networking groups, partners, coaches and other extracurricular groups to help you work ON your business? 

This was one of my favortie converations. I had a subcontractor call me to ask about hiring Breen Homes to build their home. Their most inmportant questions was, "Adam, how do you control costs and avoid overages when contracting your projects." I got so excited to answer this question in this unique enviroment that I almost passed out. Listen in while we re-discuss the conversation and the great...

Well friends, its been a slow start to the year with both Adam and Brandon busy traveling. Its not ALL work but nonetheless its travel and travel can be exhausting. Whats your opinion on work travel; Fun or Exahusting? Whether you care or not, here our my opinion! 

We often hear Adam's opinion as Co-Host, Brandon, moderates but this time the script is flipped and Brandon gets the question. What major changes do you see for yourself in 2024? How can you relate back to past experiences to make sure the upcoming changes are positve in your life. 

Politics continue but mixed with a common ground of collaboartion. What does that look like and how does it tie back to construction, development and small business. Here are my thoughts.

Kick off to 2024 and a more committed year to recording episodes. Adam and, Co-host, Brandon catch up but end up talking small business and politics; which we know nothing about!  Does Adam have a furutre in politics? Brandon sure thinks so. What do you think? 

It may be short, but it's still sweet. Brandon's fascination with Adams national Builder 20 group continues as they discuss a few details from the latest visit to Canton Ohio and their first ever SWOT Study on a members business! 

Fall break turned from 3 weeks into almost a two month hiatus none the less Adam and Brandon finally come back togehter for an update and a good healthy discussion. Exit interviews and the fire of owning a small business is back in Adams core as he re-takes the role of an employee in his own business. What is that like as an owner and an employee and how does it effect other employees.

Travel has got the best of Mr Breen and Mr Hicks over the past few weeks but they have not let it deter thier commitment to you all. Adam, off the cuff, answers Brandons 5 quesitons. What would your responses be?     

Contractors: The Joe in the truck versus the team approach. Pros and cons of both contractor businesses. What type of contractor is right for you? A contractor is not just a contractor. There's multiple different types of successful contractors that operate in different ways. When shopping for a contractor you should select one who fits and matches well with you and your project. listening and fin...

Todays real estate market appears to be bipolar. I'm constantly getting asked if now is the time to buy/build or if you should wait for a potential recession.  listen in on a short pod to a few key points before you make your decision. The time to build is when YOU can. Don't try to time the market.