The K Cup

Send a text In Episode 37 Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup sit down with Dale Mayeaux a Commercial Real Estate Professional that has his own unique outlook on the metrics that are assumed to control the market and an agent's ability to be successful. Dale explains why that, although he acknowledges external forces that affect the market exist, he doesn't allow them to determine his own individu...

Send a text In Episode 36 Jon & Joe Discuss 6 Opportunities for General Contractors to Improve Collaboration with Architects - They discuss collaboration in private work, the public bid sector, the CMAR project delivery method, constructability of design, providing subcontractor expertise as a design resource, and participating in  post-project sit down analysis of how the project and its desi...

Send a text In Episode 35 of The K Cup, Hosts Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Interview Licensed Architect Lindsy Stewart - A Female Trailblazer In a Male Dominated Profession. Lindsy opens up about her inspiration to become an architect, how she learned to navigate a male dominated profession, and what really fuels her passion for all things architecture. Check us out on the web: www.kellyconstructio...

Send a text In Episode 34 of The K Cup Jon & Joe Discuss the Labor Crisis that is crushing the construction industry. They offer 3 strategies that contractors can use to successfully navigate a labor shortage that's not going away any time soon. The 3 strategies include embracing and expanding the use of tech, particularly in the area of Prefabrication which is an emerging strategy in the...

Send a text In Episode 33 of The K Cup Joe thanks all those that listened to and supported the show in 2025. He recaps what The K Cup accomplished in just under 6 months in 2025 - Viewed in 6 countries, listened to in 85 cities, and downloaded nearly 500 times! Also, Jon and Joe discuss 3 steps you have to take in business if you want 2026 to be a better year than 2025. They discuss why it's...

Send a text In Episode 32 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Discuss  How the Thanksgiving Holiday Used to Bring to Mind the Subject of Showing Appreciation and Giving Thanks, But that Sentiment Seems to Be Fading So Jon Wanted to Speak to That and Show His Appreciation and Give Thanks for All His Success. Contact us here: www.kellyconstructiongroup.com Hashtags #generalcontractorsbatonrouge...

Send a text In Episode 31 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Have a Straightforward Conversation About Looking Back with Hindsight and Identifying 3 Key Areas of the Business that Jon Would Do Differently If He Was Starting Over Today. If you are in the construction industry in any capacity you are not going to want to miss this episode. To book a call and get your questions answered or inqu...

Send a text In Episode 30 of The K Cup Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup Discuss 3 Important Ways that General Contractors Can Help CRE Professionals Close More Deals. This podcast episode drives home the point that the earlier a Commercial Real Estate professional consults with a General Contractor the more likely they are to close the deal while at the same time leveling up their client services. If you...

Send a text In Episode 29 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Discuss 3 Important Factors Related to Poor Estimating Habits. Jon and Joe talk about the reality of the "we'll figure it out..." fallacy, the flawed strategy of " the change order mirage...", and the hidden cost of the substandard work that results from chronically bad estimating. Chapters 00:00:01 Jon&apo...

Send a text In Episode 28 of The K Cup Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Interview Project Manager Pablo Lanier. This is your opportunity to get some front row access to Kelly Construction Group and catch a glimpse on the inside through the eyes of one of their own. www.kellyconstructiongroup.com LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kelly-construction-group-llc/?viewAsMember=true Chapters 00:...

Send a text In Episode 27 Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup Have a Follow Up Conversation On Difficult Client Conversations and Discuss How These Types of Conversations Can Actually Be Used to Strengthen Relationships Instead of Harming Them.  Website: www.kellyconstructiongroup.com Chapters 00:00:01 Laugh Trac - Don't Miss Jon & Joe Cutting Up 00:00:56 Introduction to Episode 27 - Jon's P...

Send a text In Episode 26 of The K Cup Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup Discuss the Importance of Having Difficult Client Conversations. Jon and Joe explain that there is a hidden cost to avoiding having conversations that may be uncomfortable. They touch on how not having the difficult dialog can severely damage your reputation and as a result cause your company to possibly fail. They also discuss Kelly...

Send a text In Episode 25 Jon Kelly and Joe Nortrup are Joined by Their First Ever Guest Phillip Kern of Kern Architects. The trio dive into the subject of renovating occupied commercial spaces and the number one question swirling around that subject; should the tenant stay or vacate the premises during the construction? Don't miss this episode as they dive into 3 key aspects of this sort of...

Send a text In Episode 24 Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup discuss the 3 construction services that Kelly Construction Group's 'Complimentary Pre-Construction Services Package' consists of. They explain how each of these services are an integral part of every construction project and that they are not only necessary steps in the building process, but that each of these 'complimentar...

Send a text In Episode 23 : "The small Job Advantage - How Minor Projects Build Major Trust" Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup discuss the immense value of small projects for reputation building and as a 'proving ground' for developing your processes and honing your skillset. They explain 3 key ways that small jobs prove they are invaluable for building a lasting and strong reputatio...

Send a text In Episode 22 of the K Cup, Jon Kelly & Joe Nortrup discuss the importance of cash-flow in business. Jon & Joe lay out 3 key ways in which a business owner can manage their cash in a proactive way, rather than having their cash, or a lack there of, manage them. This episode is a "must see" or "hear" business survival guide for one of the most important aspec...

Send a text In Episode 21 Jon & Joe discuss 3 Reasons Why You Want to Quit Saying 'Yes' to Every Opportunity That Comes Your Way In Business. The episode highlights 3 common reasons that saying yes and taking on a project can actually damage your business, finances, and your reputation. Jon gives great real-world insight into why you need to rethink what is the 'right-fit'...

Send a text In Episode 20 Jon & Joe Wrap Up Their 5-Part Series on "The Business of Being  A Contractor" The episode covers the process of completing a project which has several critical steps which include final inspections, punch list, warranty info, operation and maintenance manuals, lien releases and final payment. They also discuss the collection of client feedback and maintaini...

Send a text In Part 3 of Our 5-Part Series: "The Business of Being a Contractor" Jon & Joe discuss the critical logistics that have to be addressed prior to mobilization and beginning the actual building process. They discuss the "Permitting Process",  "Site Prep and Soil Testing", and "Subcontractor Procurement". This is a pivotal step in finally turnin...

Send a text In this episode/Part 4 we finally make it to the construction phase of the project. Jon & Joe discuss key elements to mobilizing and executing the project in the field. Don't miss the key insights into what it means to be a general contractor and what is required when taking a project to this critical phase of the actual construction process. Chapters 00:00:04 Jon Is Cutting U...

Send a text In Episode 16 Jon & Joe take a closer look at Lead Gen & Client Acquisition for contractors. This episode is key for anyone considering becoming a contractor because lead gen can be challenging for contractors due to the nature of the type of a service related business, contracting for the construction trades is. Jon & Joe cover lead gen and client acquisition, preliminary...

Send a text In Part 2 - Episode 17 Jon & Joe discuss the next step in cultivating a lead into a client that is going to execute building their project. Among other things the highlights include: Developing the Working Budget, Contract Signing and Legal Protections, and Design Team Assembly. The points covered in this episode are going to level-up your game as a contractor in how you prepare a...

Send a text In Episode 15 Jon and Joe discuss the business framework of being a contractor from lead generation and client acquisition to project delivery and client relationship management. This is the 'big picture' view of what will be a five - part series where they will do a deep dive into all five pieces of the process. Don't miss this thumbnail sketch of what it means to be a...

Send a text In episode 14 Jon & Joe talk about how important it is to 'Qualify' your subcontractors prior to working together on a project. They discuss two external forces that are applying downward pressure on margins in the construction industry that are making it even more important to make sure your subcontractors are up for the job. They then discuss the 'why' and the...

Send a text In Episode 5 Jon and Joe Discuss the critical importance of organization in the construction industry.  They explore various aspects of being organized, including personal organization, managing sales efforts, organizing bids and proposals, and financial management. Chapters 00:00 Why Organization In the Construction Industry Is Important 10:31 How to Manage Sales Efforts Effectively 1...