Construction Genius

In the construction business, your money is made by the people in the labor force. While they may seem like they're at the bottom of the food chain, having their holistic well-being compromised also compromises the business. In this episode, special guests  Vivian Burgnon  and  Sebastien de Ghellink  openly discuss with host Eric Anderton about their company,  Skill Signal , a construction well-be...

With 2023 on the horizon, how will the construction industry change? With obstacles like labor shortages and supply chain issues, the key to profitability right now is innovation. Join Eric Anderton as he talks to best-selling author, keynote speaker, Project Delivery Services Director for  The Boldt Company , and the host of  The EBFC Show  podcast,  Felipe Engineer-Manriquez . Listen in as they...

Nothing can run your business like a well-oiled machine than having improved processes in place. This then affects your productivity and, consequently, the profits generated. How do you start improving your process? In this episode, Eric Anderton brings someone whose experience runs deep in developing and executing processes in construction. He sits down with Whitney Hill , the co-founder and CEO...

A recession happens on a micro or macro basis. Everyone should prepare because a recession will strike when it strikes. In this episode, we will help you to be ready for it. Todd Dawalt, Founder of Construction Leading Edge, talks with Eric Anderton to discuss how you can recession-proof your business. Companies will be able to get through this recession by taking some practical steps. Make sure t...

Nobody wants to set their business up for failure. Although a few startups can successfully raise their outside capital, most end up bootstrapping to survive. In this episode,  James Benham , author of   Be Your Own VC , describes how bootstrapping principles led his tech company to a multimillion-dollar exit. He also shares some insights on the indicators that business owners should look out for...

The construction industry is undergoing a market shift, and it's now become necessary for businesses to adapt to these changes. Antonia Botero shares a lesson on how you can pivot through dynamic strategic planning and disciplined project management to sustain and maintain your business in the downs and in the ups. Antonia is an Architect, professional project manager, and owner of boutique projec...

In the construction business, the engine of your economy is the technology that allows you to get the work done. With the constant risk of hacking, phishing, and fraud, your tools must always be protected by proper cybersecurity measures. If you fail to protect your data in today's easy-to-access digital world, your business could be taken down even with one swift online attack. Join Eric Anderton...

Running your construction business like a Navy SEAL team is a great way to be successful. The principles and tactics of teamwork and leadership all apply and transfer over. You need to create a company culture that is aligned with everyone at the business. In the Navy, once you have a mission, you have to push forward so you can complete that mission. It's the same thing in the construction indust...

The construction industry is all about building relationships. To manage an effective team who can handle projects of any scope, you must know how to solve your people problems. Eric Anderton shares this bonus episode where he joins as guest at the  Bred to Build Podcast . In this conversation, he shares his many interactions with construction companies to discuss how to hone effective leaders. Er...

Construction is essentially preindustrial, and today's guest is working on rationalizing and industrializing the construction process. The  Boxabl  mission is to lower the cost of homeownership for everyone significantly. Obsessively designed to the highest quality, strength, and sustainability standards to last for generations.  Paolo Tiramani , CEO of Boxabl, shares his wisdom on how Boxabl seek...

Mergers and acquisitions are by far the fastest way to achieve tremendous business growth and reach. Instead of spending years cultivating organic growth, you can acquire another company that is similar or aligns with your own. But since this process promises huge profits in the long run, it also possesses some serious pitfalls as well. Eric Anderton sits down with Ryan Goral , Founder of G-Spire...

Today's construction industry might be a bit under innovated or not as technologically open as they should already be in the new digital age. Why is that? And why is it crucial to change this? Today, Adrian Hatch shares the crucial things contractors should let tech companies know about construction, and how to actually get them to give contractors their much-needed technology solutions. Adrian is...

Civility means respect. It's about making people feel valued, appreciated, and heard, so they feel they are part of the team. Unfortunately, with so much conflict happening, civility is often lacking in the construction industry. And this episode's guest believes that civility in the workplace can reduce turnover and increase productivity. Join Eric Anderton as he talks to author, professor, resea...

This is the Christmas episode of the Construction Genius Podcast. Eric takes his annual detour to consider the Christmas story to share the gospel of Luke, Chapter 1, Verses 6-38. He shares the story between the Virgin Mary and an angel and how God shows one of his miracles. Eric also identifies the three key aspects of the story. Hear the words of God by tuning in to this episode now!

The market is spiraling downward, and fear creeps into most business owners. The real estate market is also affected, but how do we respond to this current storm we're in? Is there a way to sail through the current weather? In this episode, Levi Benkert , the CEO of Harbor Capital , teaches us how to navigate your business through a downturn. He shares why he is optimistic about the current state...

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the construction industry was one of the many greatly affected industries in terms of the workforce. This conversation is not new from the great recession of 2008 when many employees left. How did most construction companies deal with this challenge? In today's episode, Chip Aldridge , Product Owner of Talroo , shares his insights on the best ways to find and recrui...

There is a shortage of labor in the construction industry.  Attracting the right talent can be frustrating.  It leads to projects not being completed on time and impacts your bottom line.   Why is there a shortage?  The answer is Racism.   Racism leads to stereotypes, exclusion and ultimately keeps you from growing your business with skilled talent.   The good news? You can attract top notch talen...

Running a construction business is hard enough on its own. So many moving parts and details to look at. Then, you add accounting to the mix of complications.  This leads to long nights during tax season, confusion and overwhelm.   Why? The tax rules change every year, making it impossible to keep up.  Imagine doing this all by yourself?  Focusing on these small details will keep you away from your...

Growing your construction business is a headache if the wrong person sneaks onto your team.   Having the wrong person on your team devours your money, sabotages your bottom line and leaves you in despair.   So how do you make sure you hire the right fit for your team?   You must hire team members with the same type of conviction as your organization.   In this episode, you'll discover how to hire...

The biggest challenge in the construction industry is building trust with your customers.   Without trust, there is always a skeptical customer. This leads to delays in projects, headaches and keeps you further away from growth.   The good news is that developing trust is easy once you apply certain techniques. If you build trust from the start of the relationship, you have a happy customer willin...

How to Leverage Short-Term Rentals to Increase Your Personal Wealth The stock market isn't too exciting at the moment, and you may have cash on hand that you want to use. Investing in short-term rental properties is one avenue worth exploring. In this episode, we are joined by Alex Jarbo, CEO of Sargon Investments. He dives into the positives and negatives of  short-term rentals, and discusses how...

We all want to make money as soon as possible. But your relationship with your partners can slow down this process, keeping your cashflow hostage.   Without the right mindset, architects and contractors can have a toxic relationship that leads to a "cash burning" project.  That's the bad news.  The good news?  There is a unique formula to work with your partners to make your projects run smoothly...

Building a better company can be difficult without the right people. Without the right team members, your company can head towards bankruptcy quickly — without you even realizing it.  If you want your company to thrive, you must build your team members' confidence. But that's easier said than done.  Don't worry, with the right strategy, building a team of confident leaders can be easier than you m...

When the economy shifts, the construction industry feels it.  Less deals in the pipeline can lead to frustration and slow growth.   Only certain companies are well equipped for this shift in the market.  Some companies, however, will go out of business.   The good news is there's a way to position your company for every market cycle.   The best companies know how to weather the storm by focusing t...