The NEXT Academy

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Mark dives into a challenge that’s reshaping the future of construction—offsite and modular construction. Enjoy Episode 7 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares the story of Grace Darling. This episode highlights the importance of leading from the front. The people around you — your team, your family, your community — they’re watching. Waiting. Hoping someone will LEAD. Be that someone. Enjoy Episode 22 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What challenge in your life can you embrace as an opportunity for growth, and how might it lead to greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 20 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares a story of "the empty chair." This episode highlights the importance of leadership and a sustained focus on those not in the room. The client, the end user, the field team, the future hire...your decision-making should always focus on that empty chair. Enjoy Episode 21 of The Goo...

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you practice more self-compassion today, and how might embracing your true self lead to greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 19 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares a story of coal miners who were trapped in complete darkness. This episode highlights the importance of leadership, because like a lantern, it shines brightest when it’s passed on. Enjoy Episode 20 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one way you can focus on personal growth today to become the kind of person who naturally attracts success and fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 18 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares a simple tale… about a boy, a fence, and the power of what we leave behind. This episode highlights the importance of your next step because it shapes the path for someone else. Enjoy Episode 19 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one area of your life where you can focus on progress instead of perfection... And how might that shift bring you greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 17 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Mark takes a look at an issue that can make or break a construction company—the accuracy and ethics of estimating and bidding. Enjoy Episode 6 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 9 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Rachel highlights construction budgeting and explains how the most successful projects build their budgets in phases—each one tied to a growing level of project clarity. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares the story of Cleveland Guardians Manager, Stephen Vogt and his wise words for leaders. This episode highlights clarity, courage, and the discipline to move forward... that’s what separates the good from the great. Enjoy Episode 18 of The Goods. #BeNEXT #Starbucks #MLB #PeteCa...

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you take action today, even if you don’t feel motivated, to move closer to the life you truly want?" Enjoy Episode 16 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James shares the story of his time on the Limehouse Basin. This story illustrates the importance of building a strong foundation to withstand all of life's storms. Enjoy Episode 17 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one step outside your comfort zone that you can take today, and how might it lead to new opportunities for growth and fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 15 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James shares the story of "The Girl in the Yellow Dress." This story illustrates the importance of #trust in not only relationships but life. You must trust others and be someone that others can trust in 2025 to get where you ultimately want to go! Enjoy Episode 16 of The Goods. #...

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you embrace growth in your life right now... and what is one change you can turn into an opportunity for personal development?" Enjoy Episode 14 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the importance of taking a leap of faith...of getting started before all the steps are perfectly aligned for you. If you continue to wait until the stars align, chances are you will be waiting forever. Enjoy Episode 15 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 8 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Rachel highlights three techniques for simplifying your communication on the job site. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "Are you spending your time on what truly matters to you... or are you just staying busy? What can you change today to create more meaning in your daily life?" Enjoy Episode 13 of The Search for Fulfi...

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Alex dives into a challenge that’s becoming more prominent on job sites everywhere: managing multigenerational teams. How do you, as a leader, create a cohesive, high-performing team that thrives despite...

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 7 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Taylor highlights the key barriers that prevent effective listening and how they impact leadership in construction. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the importance of gratitude in your life with a staggering statistical tale that illustrates just how fortunate you are! Enjoy Episode 14 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is your deeper “WHY” in life... and how can aligning your daily actions with it bring you greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 12 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the palm tree and how its resilience represents a wonderful metaphor for your own life. Enjoy Episode 13 of The Goods. #BeNEXT