473 :: Why Traditional Accountability Methods Fail & How a Catcher's Mindset Can Fix It Fast

Ever feel like your team knows what’s expected—but still falls short, time and again?
If you're a construction leader tired of repeating yourself, dealing with resistance to change, and constantly putting out fires, it may not be a people problem—it might be a standards problem.
This episode reveals how vague expectations are undermining performance, and what to do about it.
In this episode featuring host Bradley Hartmann and his 13-year-old son who is a catcher, you will:
- Discover how clear, documented standards can radically improve accountability without micromanagement.
- Learn a simple tool you can apply immediately to boost team performance.
- Hear a relatable story that reframes how leadership standards can transform not just teams—but relationships.
Listen now to uncover the power of clear standards and how to use them to coach, lead, and build elite construction teams—without the firefighting.
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