The Laying Foundations Podcast

Join us for a conversation with the president of Third Lens Ministries, Brian O'Neil. We start this podcast episode about ownership in construction and turn the conversation into investing in the relationships around us. Brian tells us that everything is fighting for our time. Have you ever thought about what it takes to be present in conversations? To learn more, tune into this podcast episode.&n...

Join us for a conversation with the president of Third Lens Ministries, Brian O'Neil. Brian reminds us that the planning starts before the general contractor is awarded a project. In some instances, it can take an owner 2 to 3 years of developing a plan to get ready for construction. Lean into part 1 of our conversation as we learn what it takes to get a job ready for construction. Third Lens: htt...

Join us for a conversation with Podcast Producer Alex Horton at BuildWitt. Alex's path into construction is unlike any other, he found a way into the industry after career changes. His perspective of learning to be present and finding joy in the moment is life-transforming. Each week he interviews top guests in the dirt world on BuildWitt's top podcast called Dirt Talk. If you would like to learn...

Join us for a conversation with Podcast Producer Alex Horton at BuildWitt. Alex's path into construction is unlike any other, he found a way into the industry after career changes. His perspective of learning to be present and finding joy in the moment is life-transforming. Each week he interviews top guests in the dirt world on BuildWitt's top podcast called Dirt Talk. If you would like to learn...

Join us for part two of our conversation with President, Bradley Hartmann of Red Angle Inc. and Behind Your Back Sales Co. Bradley is an author, speaker, business owner, and host of two podcasts. In part two, we discussed encouraging craftspeople instead of ridiculing them and taking time to train our frontline leaders. If you ask this simple question, is there a way we could make it better? Then...

Join us for a conversation with President, Bradley Hartmann, of Red Angle Inc. and Behind Your Back Sales Co. Bradley is an author, speaker, business owner, and hosts two podcasts. In part one, we discussed Bradley's growth in the construction industry and how his heart for the Spanish community is set on diminishing the language barrier.  Red Angle: https://www.redangleinc.com/ Behind Your B...

Join us for a conversation with senior project engineer Jordan Nickolson of JE Dunn. Jordan focused on what it is like being under leaders who take extreme ownership on the job site as well as always looking for the next person to pour into. We also discussed the benefits of having the design team, owner's rep, general contractor, and trade partners all on-site. Laying Foundations Contact & So...

Join us for a conversation with senior project engineer Jordan Nickolson of JE Dunn. Jordan walks us through the adversity faced while showing up for the night shift. Most importantly being there and setting the tone for his field team with a great attitude. Laying Foundations Contact & Social Media Website: laying-foundations.com Email us at contact@laying-foundations.com YouTube Channel: htt...

Join us for a conversation with Scrum Master, Felipe Engineer-Manriquez. Felipe is the host of THE EBFC Show podcast, author of Construction Scrum, and a registered scrum trainer. Felipe is an expert on all things lean and scrum. Most importantly, Felipe is after life transformation in the construction industry. He chooses to invest in others to make this industry and world a better place! Get in...

Join us for a conversation with Alex Kraft, Owner of Heave. Heave is software that makes buying, selling, and renting heavy equipment simple. No more back and forth, negotiating rates between various vendors' salesmen. You can have a quote for the exact equipment you need in less than 30 seconds. This software revolutionizes the way to get equipment on the job site quicker. If you want to learn mo...

Join us for a conversation with Alex Kraft, Owner of Heave. Heave is software that makes buying, selling, and renting heavy equipment simple. No more back and forth, negotiating rates between various vendors' salesmen. You can have a quote for the exact equipment you need in less than 30 seconds. This software revolutionizes the way to get equipment on the job site quicker. If you want to learn mo...

Join us for a conversation with Doster Construction's project engineer Temple Bowling based out of Birmingham, AL. In this episode we talked about what it means to work through conflict. The construction industry has conflict every day, how you choose to lead in those moments is what will define you as a person. Choosing to not respond over aggressively and to care for others allows you to stand o...

Join us for a conversation with Doster Construction's project engineer Temple Bowling based out of Birmingham, AL. In this episode we talked about what it means to work through conflict. The construction industry has conflict every day, how you choose to lead in those moments is what will define you as a person. Choosing to not respond over aggressively and to care for others allows you to stand o...

Join us for a conversation with Harvest Group Properties owner Tim Vest. Tim started his career in the technology industry where he learned how to live below his means with co-workers. From there, the relationship grew into learning how to invest and build wealth. Fast forward to 2022 and Tim is actively managing a top real estate investment firm where they are helping reach their client's goals....

Join us for a conversation with Field Verified owner, Brian Melcher. Field Verified is an accredited lab based in Meza, AZ, where Brian trains his staff and all willing builders. Brian invests in others (LF podcast value #3) so that others can manage the build enclosure process efficiently. The Field Verified team tests, teaches, and trains with teamwork and puts their value in the relationship. T...

Join us for a conversation with Steve Turner, founder of Bring Back The Trades. Steve is working to educate the parents and kids of the next generation to the awesome opportunity to work in the trades. We are in desperate need of people who want to roll up their sleeves and get dirty. Steve is showing up and relentlessly working to bring a spotlight to a great and rewarding career in the trades. S...

Join us for a conversation with Steve Turner, founder of Bring Back The Trades. Steve is working to educate the parents and kids of the next generation to the awesome opportunity to work in the trades.  We are in desperate need of people who want to roll up their sleeves and get dirty. Steve is showing up and relentlessly working to bring a spotlight to a great and rewarding career in the tra...

Join Walker Lott & Davis Hambrick for a conversation on top traits to pursue in the construction industry. Walker and Davis speak on 6 traits they have learned from their time podcasting and meeting incredible guests. If you enjoyed the podcast please like, share, rate, or reach out with feedback! Previous Episodes Mentioned: 008: Position Doesn't Dictate Leadership With Jonny Green 009: Elect...

Join us for a conversation with Walker Lott & Davis Hambrick on what being thankful means, what they are thankful for, and what to look forward to in the new year. If you enjoyed the podcast please like, share, rate, or reach out with feedback! Email us at contact@laying-foundations.com   YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/zO0T45txdoU   Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/...

Join our conversation with Brandon Patterson, working with the Home Builders of Des Moines in workforce development. Brandon is an Iowa skilled trades advocate that is a part of many organizations to inspire students of all ages to consider construction. A highlight of our conversation is the Build My Future event that hosts students and has hands-on training in manufacturing, heavy equipment, wel...

Join us for a conversation with Michael Lambert, VDC Manager at Chasco Constructors. Chasco Constructors aims to be the horizontal and vertical contractor of choice in Central Texas. Michael is staying on the cutting edge of technology in construction and choosing to lead with humility. Check out this week's episode to learn more about how Michael seeks to make a difference in the lives of his co-...

Join us for a conversation with Kayleen McCabe, part-owner of The McCabe Foundation, keynote speaker, host of live events, and skilled trades enthusiast. Kayleen's passion for the trades men and women far surpasses anyone we have met to date. She makes a difference in the lives she connects with daily. Tune in to learn about how you can find your purpose and pursue your passion in construction. Ka...

Join us for a conversation with Kayleen McCabe, part-owner of The McCabe Foundation, keynote speaker, host of live events, and skilled trades enthusiast. Kayleen's passion for the trades men and women far surpasses anyone we have met to date. She makes a difference in the lives she connects with daily. Tune in to learn about how you can find your purpose and pursue your passion in construction. Ka...

Join us for a conversation with Keith Johnson, East Group President of Brasfield & Gorrie. Keith shares with us his journey of growth and pursuit to do what is right instead of climbing the ladder. His advice is to live a life of integrity and an extreme desire to work hard. If you can build off these qualities in construction you will have what it takes to perform at a high level.  Brasf...

Join us for a conversation with the Director of Creative Marketing at Applied Software, Todd Weyandt. Todd Weyandt is also the host of Bridging The Gap which was voted the number one construction podcast in 2020! Todd is the epitome example of you don't need to know everything to get into construction. He started his journey in marketing with little knowledge or experience in the industry. Todd ch...