The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

This podcast is dedicated to helping construction business owners eliminate chaos, maximize profit, and reclaim their freedom. Designed for leaders who are ready to step out of the daily grind and take control of their business, The Construction Leading Edge Podcast delivers actionable strategies on systematization, time management, increasing profitability, and business growth. Whether it's stopping profit bleeds, building high-performing teams, or creating systems that allow your business to run without you, each episode will leave you with practical tools to unlock more profit, freedom, and impact. Join Todd Dawalt every week for solo episodes packed with insights and guest interviews featuring industry experts who've mastered the art of building self-sustaining businesses. If you're ready to stop wearing so many hats and start leading your business like a visionary CEO, this podcast is for you.

Accountability Requires Clarity: How to Get Your Team to Take Ownership | E418

šŸš€Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 418: Are you tired of chasing your team for every little thing? Getting your team to take ownership is one of the most common frustrations I hear from construction business owners.Ā  But here's the truth: your team isn't lazy, and it's not a people problem. It's a clarity problem. In this episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll explain why the real barrier to accountability is often a lack of clear expectations, processes, and vision. Here's what we'll cover: Why capable people underperform when one key element is missing The three areas of clarity your business needs to unlock accountability What "winning" looks like for every role on your team The problem of having unclear systems and roles How to build a culture where ownership becomes the norm …and more. If you're overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and tired of doing everyone else's job, this episode is for you. Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Symptoms that your team lacks accountability (02:09) The real cost of low accountability (04:24) What does it look like to have a culture of accountability (07:33) Thinking traps that keep construction leaders stuck (09:46) Clarity of results: define what winning looks like (14:27) Clarity of process: build your playbook (20:55) Clarity of vision: connect work to purpose (25:06) Real-world impact stories (29:44) Quick recap (32:36) Final thoughts (35:31) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

11-17
38:36

Get Out of the Builder Trap with Daniel Queen | E417

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 417: Are you tired of doing everything in your construction business and still feeling stuck?Ā  Most construction business owners believe that working harder will solve everything. However, Daniel Queen, founder of Built by Coalition, a custom home building company in Charlotte, North Carolina, discovered that by wearing too many hats, he became the bottleneck in his business. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Daniel shares his transformative journey from a burned-out solo builder to a strategic leader. Today, you'll hear… The mindset shift that helped Daniel stop being the bottleneck Why working harder isn't the answer (and what works instead) How letting go of control transformed Daniel's team Why involving his team in creating systems was crucialĀ  …and more! Are you ready to systematize your construction business and reclaim your time? Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The story behind "Built by Coalition" (02:39) Struggles with doing everything solo (04:28) Implementing systems and processes (17:39) How clarifying everyone's role is crucial (19:50) Wearing many hats isn't serving your clients (23:12) Results of focusing on pre-construction (25:57) Keys to implementing changes in your business (32:21) Let your team help design systems (35:38) The real value of the CEO Alliance group (37:33) Gaining understanding of everything (39:42) Why join the SYCB program (42:32) Final question (43:47) Episode wrap-up (47:06) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔Check out Built by Coalition's website HERE ⚔Follow them on Facebook and Instagram – ⚔Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

11-10
50:30

Scaling Fast? Stop Chasing Sales and Fix THIS First with Cole West | E416

šŸš€Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HERE – EPISODE 416: Is your construction business always in firefighting mode? As a project manager turned integrator at Matchless Concrete Construction, Cole West knew they were growing too fast, but they were also bleeding money, missing deadlines, and drowning in chaos. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Cole shares how he and his team have dramatically reduced chaos, boosted margins, and reclaimed lost time. Today, we'll talk about… The "Big 5" strategy that eliminated confusion and boosted accountability How weekly planning meetings turned chaos into control The key tools that uncovered hidden inefficiencies (and hidden leaders) The mindset shift that saved the company $45k/month Why structure—not hustle— is the real path to freedom …and more! If you're ready to stop firefighting and finally build a construction business that runs smoothly, this episode will show you what's possible when you systematize your business. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Cole West's role and shift to integrator/strategic planner (01:49) Why Cole left corporate retail for construction freedom (04:40) How construction business owners can attract corporate talent (07:14) The problem with rapid growth without proper systems (08:56)Ā  What chaos looks like in construction (14:35) Importance of simplifying job descriptions (20:24) The CEO Schedule and Revenue Maximizer tools (26:32) What does the business look like now? (29:20) Cole's most powerful scripted question (32:02) Achieving historical wins for the company (36:41)Ā  Last piece of advice (42:40) What's next for Matchless Concrete? (47:36) Episode wrap-up (48:42) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔Visit Matchless Concrete Construction's website for more information HEREĀ  ⚔Follow them on Facebook HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

11-03
51:49

7-Figure Growth Starts with Lean Systems w/ Tod Ingersoll | E415

šŸš€Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 415: Do you always feel like you're constantly putting out fires, drowning in details, and barely keeping your construction business afloat? It doesn't always have to be that way. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sat down with Tod Ingersoll, founder and president of NuWood Creations, who scaled his company from doing small projects to 7-figure design-build jobs by doing something most contractors avoid—letting go. Today, we'll talk about… The unspoken rule that separates thriving construction businesses from overwhelmed ones Why "just enough to start" is sabotaging your growth and profits How Lean manufacturing tactics transformed Tod's operations The real power behind pre-construction planning Why doing less yourself creates more for your construction business ..and more! If you're overworked and stuck in survival mode, this episode will give you the roadmap on how to scale without burnout. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Tod Ingersoll's journey into construction (02:43) Applying Lean management strategies in construction (07:57) Manufacturing vs. construction mindset (09:02) Challenges of a rapidly growing business (14:50) Ripple effects of outgrowing your systems (19:38) Importance of a robust pre-construction process (22:26) Impact of clear systems and processes (28:08) How to get your team on board with new processes (29:46) Keys to empowering your team (34:14) How to reclaim your time freedom (37:50) Advice for those thinking of joining the SYCB program (39:25) How to successfully implement systems and processes (43:33) Advice for new construction business owners (47:34) Episode wrap-up (48:44) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download our FREE Strategic Planning Guide HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔Follow NuWood on Facebook and Instagram ⚔Visit NuWood Creations' website for more information HERE – ⚔Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

10-27
52:34

The Hidden Reason Your Projects Keep Slipping—and How to Stop It | E414

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  šŸ“Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the FREE Online Assessment HERE – EPISODE 414: Have you ever had a project delay wreck your schedule and cash flow? Most of us would argue that project slippage is beyond our control, but actually, it's not. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll unpack four powerful strategies to stop project slippage from derailing your business. Today, you'll learn… Why project slippage is more predictable than you think How to build a pre-construction system that protects your schedule What "overselling" really means (and why it's essential) Why your clients aren't the problem—your system is and more! If you've ever felt like your clients or circumstances are running your company, this episode will show you how to take the reins back. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) What happens when a project is delayed (01:59) Most contractors make this mistake (05:43) How to establish pre-construction milestones and expectations (07:45) Why you should sell more than 100% of your capacity (19:51) Why every project needs a firm go/no-go date (20:48) Have a flex track project ready to go (25:45) Quick episode recap (27:27) Why the problem isn't clients (29:25) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  ⚔Is Your Construction Business Ready to Scale? Take the FREE Online Assessment HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

10-20
35:28

Your Most Important Hire Isn't on the Jobsite—It's an Executive Assistant with Steven Neuner | E413

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 413: Have you ever felt like your construction business would fall apart if you stepped away for even a day? That's exactly how Steven Neuner felt for years. He found success, but was exhausted, overwhelmed, and the bottleneck for everything. Until his CFO and COO staged an intervention and told him, "We love you, but we're tired of being your assistant." That moment changed everything. He hired a proactive remote assistant (not another jobsite hire) and saw a 5x leap in productivity. Now, he's here to unpack everything. In this episode, Steven Neuner, co-founder of Superpowers HQ, shares how construction entrepreneurs can achieve more by doing less—using a game-changing strategy called flipped delegation. Today, you'll learn… Why you might be the biggest bottleneck in your business The flawed mindsets most entrepreneurs have about delegation What "flipped delegation" really means and how it works Why hiring a remote assistant is an investment, not an expense How burnout—not competition—is killing more businesses like yours …and more! If you're tired of being stuck in the weeds and want to break free from burnout, don't miss this one. Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Misconceptions about remote executive assistants (02:02) What is "flipped delegation" and how it redefines leadership (03:53) How Steven Neuner started Superpowers HQ (06:09) Common mindsets that ruin delegation and repel good assistants (10:07) Symptoms of being the bottleneck in your business (15:59) How an EA can 5-10x your productivity (18:01) Time effort vs. results economy (24:00) Should you build systems before hiring? (29:15) Superpowers HQ's EA matching process (36:10) How entrepreneurs can delegate better (43:07) Advice for entrepreneurs stuck working in their business (49:17) Episode wrap-up (50:39) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  ⚔Download The Remote Assistant Playbook for Construction Business Owners HERE – ⚔Visit Superpowers HQ for more information HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

10-13
54:14

What's Your #1 Constraint? Here's How to Find It | E412

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 412: Are you putting in the hours—maybe 60-70 hours a week—but your construction business still feels stuck? Have you hired people, bought software, and generated more leads, but somehow you're still the one solving every problem? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll reveal the real reason growth stalls for most construction businesses, and why it's not what you think. Today, you'll hear… The common pitfalls that keep construction owners stuck in firefighting mode Why more leads or "better people" won't solve your problems The cost of never solving your #1 business constraint A simple framework to pinpoint your biggest bottleneck with clarity How fixing just one thing can unlock growth, profit, and freedom …and more! Ready to find out what's keeping your construction business from scaling? Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Business bottlenecks are like highway traffic jams (02:21) The cost of not solving your bottleneck (04:20) Common pitfalls construction owners fall into (11:15) Four-step framework to finding your #1 constraint (16:04) Why more leads won't save you (22:28) The truth about skilled labor shortage (25:50) Your next step + FREE playbook (27:16) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

10-06
31:04

Escape the Bottleneck Trap for Good Using 3 Simple Systems with Travis Balcom | E411

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 411: What happens when you realize you are the bottleneck in your construction business? Meet Travis Balcom, owner of TAB Construction LLC, a custom home-building company based in upstate New York.Ā  Last year, Travis was ready to quit. His construction business was growing, but so were the late nights, the headaches, and the burnout. He was the go-to for every problem—and it was breaking him. Travis realized he was the bottleneck in his business. Everything was in his head, and he needed to be involved in every aspect of the project.Ā  In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, Travis unpacks how he turned his business—and life—around. Today, you'll learn… How Travis transitioned from electrician to full-time custom homebuilder The danger of the "Just Enough to Start" trap in construction How the Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program helped him delegate and empower his team Why letting his team handle the planning improved efficiency and ownership How systematizing his business gave him freedom, balance, and growth Ā ..and much more! If you're stuck in reactive mode, constantly firefighting, or just want more freedom from your episode, this episode is a must-listen. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Travis's journey from electrician to homebuilder (01:41) Recognizing himself as the bottleneck in his business (09:28) The danger of the "Just Enough to Start" trap (15:13) Implementing the "Big Five" system for daily tasks (22:18) Importance of the "Nail the Handoff" process (23:53) A key aspect of the business that Travis didn't realize was crucial (30:01) Delegating planning to the people closest to the problem (34:05) Working on the business instead of in the business (41:30) The unexpected freedom that comes with delegating effectively (43:51) Why you should join the SYCB program and the CEO Alliance (45:49) Keys to implementing systems that transform your business (49:31)Ā  Rapid-fire questions (52:13) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔Check out our TAB Construction HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

09-29
58:52

How to Use the Moneyball Strategy to Run Your Construction Business Like a Machine | E410

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 410: Do you find yourself always dealing with chaos, simply expecting your construction team to "figure it out"?Ā  What if success in your construction business could be defined as clearly as Billy Beane defined it with the Oakland A's? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll break down how you can apply the Moneyball approach to your construction business, using data, behaviors, and leading indicators to drive consistent wins. Here's what you're going to discover in this episode… How to define success in terms of behaviors, rather than results Why old-school construction metrics and strategies keep you stuck How focusing on leading indicators can help your team meet targets consistently Why even top athletes (and your team) need structure and clarity to perform at their best How a culture of accountability can transform average performers into A-players …and a whole lot more! If you're ready to stop leading on gut feelings and start winning on purpose, this episode is for you. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) What if you run your business like the Oakland A's? (00:56) The story of Billy Beane and the rise of Moneyball (03:29) Old school baseball vs. the Moneyball approach (07:12) The Moneyball approach in construction leadership (16:10) How A-players thrive when systems are in place (20:41) Navy SEAL story: How leadership transforms team performance (27:57) Final thoughts (30:45) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

09-22
37:59

They Doubled Their Business by Saying No, Building Systems, and Setting Clear Expectations with Ryan Brining & Tom Battersby | E409

šŸš€Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 409: What if the secret to doubling your construction business isn't about working harder, hiring more people, or saying yes to every project?Ā  In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, we're joined by Ryan Brining & Tom Battersby of White Maple Construction to share how they doubled their revenue in just one year, without adding more staff or working longer hours. Here's what you'll learn in this episode… Why fixing problems on jobsites shouldn't be on top of your list How saying no to the wrong projects is actually a marketing strategy The surprising mindset shift that stopped them from letting clients dictate their process How setting clear expectations upfront can save you time, money, and stress on every job Why it's crucial to have systems in place before you start scaling (and what happens when you skip this step) …and more! If you're tired of putting out fires and ready to scale your business without saying yes to everything, this episode is a must-listen. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) From finance to hospitality to construction (02:21) The chaos that comes with client-led projects (05:11) Benefits of early selections for clients (12:27) Pre-construction as a collaborative effort (15:32) 5 most impactful business systems for White Maple Construction (17:59) Why cranking up your marketing engine first leads to chaos (20:00) How their revenue doubled with less stress (27:15) What's life like now after implementing the right systems (29:06) What the construction sector could learn from hospitality (31:09) Saying no to projects as a marketing strategy (34:20) Keys to implementing systems and making changes (40:23) Construction advice for those just starting out (43:21) How to attract larger construction projects (48:28) Why saying no to the wrong projects is crucial (50:06) Episode wrap-up (52:00) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Download the How to Buyout a Construction Project Playbook HERE ⚔Schedule a Business Evaluation Call with The Construction Leading Edge Team HEREĀ  – ⚔Visit White Maple Construction for more information HERE ⚔Follow White Maple Construction on Instagram HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

09-15
54:01

Before You Hire or Buy Software, Fix This First in Your Construction Business | E408

šŸš€Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 408: Most construction owners are bleeding profit and burning out, not because they lack good people, but because they're building their business in the wrong sequence. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'm breaking down the biggest mistake construction business owners make when trying to fix chaos. (Spoiler: it's not about hiring more people or buying the latest software.) Instead, I'll walk you through a simple 3-step sequence that has helped hundreds of contractors eliminate chaos, grow profits, and finally build a business that runs without them. Here's what you'll take away from this episode… Why even your best hires can't solve your team's struggles The secret profit phase most contractors ignore (and why it's costing them big) How buying software too soon often backfires The one question you should ask to stop answering the same problems over and over again How pre-construction shapes your margins, schedule, and customer satisfaction …and more! If you're tired of firefighting every day and being the bottleneck in your own business, this episode will show you the path to freedom. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Chaos stems from the wrong sequence (01:08) The problem with most business coaches (03:58) What a systematized construction business looks like (08:13) The three-step sequence in systematizing a business (12:40) How software or tech fails without a defined process (26:05) Quick episode recap (27:59) Take the first 5-minute step (30:32) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

09-08
31:23

Why Only a Few Builders Ever Find True Success (From a 30-Year Veteran) with Jeff Bowers | E407

šŸš€Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 407: If construction chaos is your normal, you're probably missing the systems that can fix it. Jeff Bowers, owner of Masterpiece Design Build, joins us to share the hard-won wisdom from decades in the construction industry and how everything changed once he stopped trying to be the best home builder and started becoming a business builder. Based in Stuart, Florida, Jeff has been building homes for over 30 years. But it wasn't until a crisis that he realized his business couldn't grow without real systems. That's when he discovered our Systematize Your Construction Business (SYCB) program and joined the CEO Alliance. In today's episode, you'll learn… The truth behind most customer horror stories (hint: it's not the drywall) How he rebuilt his business to run less with chaos The mindset shift that freed him to become a real construction CEO The systems that changed everything for his team and his clients …and more! Want to eliminate chaos and grow a construction business that runs without you? Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Jeff Bowers and his construction background (02:48) Dealing with economic downturns (10:08) Jeff's biggest realization while running his business (20:07) Importance of pre-construction and nailing the handoff (28:25) Symptoms of the "Just Enough to Start" trap (30:31) The real reason behind most customer horror stories (32:54) Key processes Jeff implemented to reduce chaos (38:25) What changed in Jeff's life after implementing systems (45:11) Why training to become a better business owner is crucial (49:28) The role of CEO Alliance in Jeff's transformation (56:11) Advice that Jeff wishes he'd known sooner (1:07:00) Rapid-fire questions (1:10:16) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔Check out Masterpiece Design Build's website HERE ⚔Follow Masterpiece Design Build on Instagram HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

09-01
01:15:18

How to Delegate Results by Letting Go of Control the Right Way w/ Max Christiansen | E406

šŸš€Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 406: What if you could cut your daily calls from 60 down to 5 and finally take weeks off without the chaos following you? It's possible! Freedom in business isn't about working harder. It's about letting go of control and building systems that actually work. In this week's episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'm joined by construction business owner and long-time client turned guest coach Max Christiansen. Max is the founder and sales director at Tru Builders, a family-owned home remodeling company based in Arizona.Ā  Today, he reveals how systematizing your business can turn daily chaos into clarity and freedom. You'll discover… Why being the bottleneck is killing your business growth How structures create more freedom, not restrictions Why delegating the right way can help your team thrive How Max went from 60 calls a day to just 5—and took 18 weeks off The power of CEO time and protecting your schedule How systematizing opened the door for family succession …and more! Ready to reclaim your time, grow your business, and finally take that trip with your family? Let's get into it! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Meet Max Christiansen (01:59) Key lessons from working at a national builder (07:53) From corporate America to entrepreneurship (09:41) Foundations of starting a business (13:48) Challenges of running a construction company (16:37) The dangers of founder bottlenecking (21:13) What you need to know about delegation (26:56) How to let go of control the smart way (29:43) The top systems with the biggest impact on Max's team (30:49) Measurable results of systematizing a construction business (37:36) Keys to implementing systems that actually work (42:36) Morning routines, CEO time, and the benefits of the CEO Alliance (44:07) Rapid-fire questions (1:02:59) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔Check out Tru Builders for more information HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

08-25
01:14:33

One Thing Every Professional Construction Business Must Have to Grow | E405

ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 405: Are you struggling with the chaos that comes with managing custom construction projects?Ā  Do you feel like every project is starting from scratch, and you're constantly putting out fires? Most construction business owners believe that having systems for custom projects removes personalization and freedom. But the truth is, systems actually create freedom. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll share how you can eliminate the chaos in your custom projects and systematize your business for maximum profit and freedom without losing the personal touch. Here's what we'll be discussing… Why your custom projects need a structured process (and how it'll make them smoother) How to create a strategic operating playbook (not just an employee handbook) The power of clear documentation and handoff checklists Why systems don't restrict your creativity—they create more freedom instead …and a whole lot more! Ready to stop micromanaging your team and start leading your business? Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Common misconceptions about custom projects (01:01) Systems and processes don't restrict creativity or freedom (03:26) The one thing every construction business needs (11:20) Key elements of a strategic operating playbook (12:44) Does an operating playbook work for luxury home clients? (17:55) How to build a strategic operating playbook (20:22) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

08-18
23:39

The Real Reason Visionary-Integrator Partnerships Finally Click (and Keep Growing) | E404

šŸš€Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ā˜Žļø Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 404: Are you drowning in great ideas, but struggling to execute them? Do your Monday morning meetings leave your team staring back at you blankly? I've worked with hundreds of construction leaders who live in that tension—visionaries with bold ideas and integrators scrambling to clean up the mess.Ā  The result? Organizational whiplash. Chaos. Missed targets. And a business that feels more like a trap. But what if your big ideas didn't create friction, but momentum? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I break down the missing piece that helps visionary-integrator partnerships finally click. Today, you'll learn… How to assess whether your partnership is falling apart What your construction business could look like with this missing piece How to turn your business into a real money-making asset The key components of this critical strategic puzzle …and more! Ready to discover the framework that's helping construction leaders find freedom, impact, and wealth? Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) When the visionary-integrator relationship doesn't work (02:00) What business could feel like with proper structure (08:08) The missing piece: a strategic blueprint (12:42) Key components of the blueprint (13:40) Real-world case studies and client success stories (23:20) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔Listen to Episode 370 with Tod Ingersoll HERE ⚔Listen to Episode 337 with Max Christiansen HERE ⚔Listen to Episode 361 with Kris Miller HERE – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

08-11
26:17

How to Engineer Your Construction Business to Double in 12 Months | E403

šŸš€Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 403: What if your construction business doubled tomorrow? Would it thrive or break? You might think the answer is hiring a unicorn project manager to finally grow your business. But here's the truth: the real reason your construction business can't scale isn't about finding the perfect hire. It's because your business isn't built to handle growth. And if it doubled in size, it would likely break. In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll reveal how to engineer a business that grows without chaos. Here's what you'll learn… What really happens when your business doubles without the right systems How to know if your business is ready to scale (don't skip this) Why you don't need a unicorn employee to grow A simple 3-step formula to double your business in 12 months How to build a "single source of truth" playbook …and more! If you want to double your revenue, cut your working hours, and finally take that family trip, then you don't want to miss this. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The cost of unprepared growth (03:11) When you scale your business the right way (06:49) How to know if your business is ready to scale (11:10) Why unicorn employees aren't the solution (14:06) Assess your business (18:08) Engineer your organization (20:14) Design the process to follow (24:05) Build a "single source of truth" playbook (27:01) Your next steps for business freedom (28:53)Ā  Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Is your construction business ready to scale? Take the FREE online assessment HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

08-04
30:50

The Real Reason You Don't Have Time & What to Do About It | E402

šŸš€Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 402: Are you drowning in work and constantly feeling like there's never enough time? If you're a construction business owner overwhelmed by the day-to-day, I have a message for you: the lack of time is 100% within your control. In this week's episode of the Construction Leading Edge Podcast, we'll dive deep into why so many construction business owners feel like they're always running out of time and why that's not the real issue. Today, you'll discover… Why the lack of time isn't actually the root cause, but a symptom The Five Whys method to uncover the ultimate root cause of time issues How many construction companies fail due to poor pre-construction processes An inside look at The Builder CEO Weekly Operating SystemĀ  …and more! If you're tired of being the bottleneck in your construction business and want to reclaim at least 40+ hours of your time back, this episode is for you. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The truth about lack of time (01:01) How to uncover the root cause (07:34) Your lack of time is 100% in your control (16:21) Three options when you lack time (20:03) The Builder CEO Weekly Operating System (22:27) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Reclaim 40+ hours per month HERE with The Builder CEO Weekly Operating SystemĀ  ⚔Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

07-28
26:04

How to Make Faster, Better Decisions Like a CEO | E401

EPISODE 401: Do all decisions in your construction business fall on your shoulders? If you're a construction CEO, that's often just the reality—every choice runs through you, and the questions keep coming, even long after the workday ends. But it doesn't have to be. In this episode, we'll dive into the underestimated problem plaguing construction businesses—decision bottlenecks. Together we'll unpack… The serious consequences of slow, scattered, or centralized decision-makingĀ  How to know if you have a decision-making problem The common myths and misconceptions about decision-making 5 CEO-level strategies that will help you lead without doing everything yourself …and so much more! If you feel—or know someone who feels—bogged down by decision overload, this episode is truly a must-listen. Let's dive in! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Signs you have a decision-making problem (01:06) Debunking common misconceptions on decision-making (04:23) Successful CEOs should make as few decisions as possible (12:33) Why you should document your processes (18:45) What does manufacturing urgency mean (22:24) Make decisions in parallel instead of in series (30:36) Separate the decision from implementation (33:42) Episode wrap-up (42:47) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

07-21
45:30

How to Free Up 40 Hours a Month in Your Construction Business | E400

šŸš€Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 400: Are you constantly putting out fires in your construction business? Do you feel like you never have time to work on your business because you're always reacting to problems? For many business owners, it's easy to believe that freeing up time means hiring extra help. But I'm here to tell you—you can reclaim 40 hours a month of your time without bringing anyone new on board. In this episode, we'll explore how adjusting your approach to time management, task prioritization, and communication can help you take control of your business, reduce overwhelm, and stop operating in constant reactive mode. You'll learn… Jeff Bezos's secret to creating more time (instead of managing it) The importance of identifying the root cause of recurring problemsĀ  Common time and energy drains for construction business owners How eliminating free estimates can save you serious time …and more! If you're ready to stop firefighting and finally take back control of your schedule, this episode is for you. Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) Stop believing the "I don't have the time" lie (02:13) Common time drains in construction businesses (05:26) How to focus on high-impact activities (09:13) Use the 5 Whys method to find the root causes (20:49) Breaking the vicious cycle of reactive work (33:20) Why you need proactive communication (39:27) Eliminate free estimates to save time (45:51) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

07-14
48:36

5 Ways Right-to-Left Thinking Can Work for You | E399

šŸš€Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ā˜ŽļøSchedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – EPISODE 399: Do you often find yourself reacting to problems instead of making progress? Many construction business owners feel like they're stuck in a loop of chaos, constantly chasing the next urgent task.Ā  But what if you could get ahead of the game? What if you could plan for success rather than react to it? What if you could finally check off the goals that have been collecting dust on the shelf? In this episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I'll reveal a simple but powerful way to transform your business using "right-to-left" thinking. Here's what we'll cover: What right-to-left thinking is, and how it differs from traditional goal setting How working backwards from your goals can help your business grow with less stress 5 key areas in your business where you can apply right-to-left thinking How these shifts will give you greater clarity in your business and help you make better decisions The impact of a solid handoff process on projects …and more! Want more clarity and control in your business? Don't miss this episode. Tune in now! Ā  Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00) The problem with left-to-right thinking (00:19)Ā  What right-to-left thinking really means (03:02) Using right-to-left thinking for big picture strategy planning (03:34) Setting financial targets and breaking them down (07:23) Strategic sales forecasting using right-to-left thinking (14:04)Ā  Nailing the handoff in project management (17:31)Ā  Hiring with the end in mind (26:53)Ā  Final thoughts (31:58) Ā  Additional Resources: ⚔Join our Live Meetup this coming 16th of October. Register HERE ⚔Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HEREĀ  – ⚔ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ⚔ Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE ⚔Visit The Construction Leading Edge for more information HERE -- The Construction Leading Edge Podcast helps construction business owners maximize their revenue, eliminate chaos, systematize their work, and win back their time. Follow us on your favorite podcasting platform so you never miss an episode! Ā 

07-07
34:33

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