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Building a Legacy: Making It Work 3 Generations Deep with Grant Holdsworth - Holdsworth Construction

Building a Legacy: Making It Work 3 Generations Deep with Grant Holdsworth - Holdsworth Construction

Update: 2025-10-21
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In this conversation, Grant Holdsworth, a third-generation builder and owner of Holdsworth Construction, shares his journey in the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience, the transition into the family business, and the challenges of scaling operations. He discusses the evolution of the company from primarily residential projects to a balanced approach that includes commercial work, highlighting the significance of custom millwork as a unique selling point. Grant also delves into the implementation of EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to improve accountability and efficiency within the business, and he offers valuable advice for future generations in the industry.

Connect with Grant Holdsworth -
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-holdsworth-252b42135/
Website: www.holdsworthconstruction.com


Connect with Justin & Will -
Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/
Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/


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Website: https://www.spotmigration.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotmigration
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Spotmigration


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(0:00 ) Introduction to Grant Holdsworth and podcast mission
(2:20 ) Grant Holdsworth's background and journey in the family business
(9:00 ) Evolution of the family business and project types
(14:00 ) The craftsmanship of the mill shop and custom woodworking
(21:05 ) Streamlining construction processes and managing client decisions
(27:55 ) Consequences and management of project delays
(34:08 ) Implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)
(39:53 ) Adapting to leadership and structural changes in a family business
(47:44 ) Recognizing growth opportunities and the value of structured meetings
(53:27 ) Final advice and closing thoughts
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Building a Legacy: Making It Work 3 Generations Deep with Grant Holdsworth - Holdsworth Construction

Building a Legacy: Making It Work 3 Generations Deep with Grant Holdsworth - Holdsworth Construction

Will Foret, Justin Neagle