Episodes

334 :: Paul Levin, VP/Director of HS&E at Sundt Construction on Stopping the S*** That Can Kill You
May 9, 2023

334 :: Paul Levin, VP/Director of HS&E at Sundt Construction on Stopping the S*** That Can Kill You

In episode 334, Bradley is joined by Paul Levin, Vice President/Director of HS&E at .  Paul explains how Sundt took a different approach to safety on the job site and developed the concept of STCKY (Stuff-That-Can-Kill-You) and non-STCKY...
333 :: How to Develop Amazing Leaders with Emily Brown of McCownGordon Construction
May 2, 2023

333 :: How to Develop Amazing Leaders with Emily Brown of McCownGordon Construction

In episode 333, we revisit a conversation Bradley had with Emily Brown, Vice President of Learning & Development at .  Bradley and Emily discuss the importance of getting the right people into the right roles while understanding what...
332 :: The Construction Leadership Game Show - Episode I
April 27, 2023

332 :: The Construction Leadership Game Show - Episode I

In a very special ground-breaking episode, Bradley brings the FIRST construction industry game show to the masses!  On The Construction Leadership Game Show, leaders from different segments of the construction industry compete, to share ideas and...
331 :: The Trouble with Takeoffs: Chase Hackner of Paradigm Estimate
April 25, 2023

331 :: The Trouble with Takeoffs: Chase Hackner of Paradigm Estimate

In episode 331, Bradley is joined by Chase Hackner, Sales Manager at  Estimates.  They discuss the challenges and opportunities of takeoffs in the construction industry and highlight the paradox of spending too much time on takeoffs, which...
330 :: Texas A&M Professor Randy Birdwell Round-Robin Q&A with Ragen Martinek and Addison Thompson
April 18, 2023

330 :: Texas A&M Professor Randy Birdwell Round-Robin Q&A with Ragen Martinek and Addison Thompson

In episode 330, Bradley is joined by Professor Randy Birdwell.  Randy discusses the importance of teaching critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills to students, especially in the context of construction and labor issues. A pair...
329 :: Scott Galloway's Take on Home Depot Earnings and The Construction Industry Index
April 13, 2023

329 :: Scott Galloway's Take on Home Depot Earnings and The Construction Industry Index

In episode 329, Bradley shares a recent clip from the "The Prof. G Podcast," featuring Scott Galloway, a marketing professor at the NYU Stern School of Business and founder of Section Four.  Scott discusses the market impact of Home Depot's...
328 :: Scott Peterson, CEO of Interstates: Leadership and Innovation
April 11, 2023

328 :: Scott Peterson, CEO of Interstates: Leadership and Innovation

In episode 328, Bradley is joined by Scott Peterson, CEO of Interstates.  They discuss the importance of creating a safe work  environment where individuals feel comfortable sharing feedback, can reach their potential, and improve leadership...
327 :: Marissa Fahrig of Buffington Homes and Matt Collins of the Mainspring Group - Live from IBS in Las Vegas
April 4, 2023

327 :: Marissa Fahrig of Buffington Homes and Matt Collins of the Mainspring Group - Live from IBS in Las Vegas

In episode 327, Marissa Fahrig, Process Improvement at , and Matthew Collins, Managing Member at join Bradley from the booth at The International Builders Show in Las Vegas.  They discuss the importance of accurate takeoff information and...
326 :: Madness Beyond March :: The Learning is Always Optional
March 30, 2023

326 :: Madness Beyond March :: The Learning is Always Optional

As March Madness continues to roll through the nation, many of you have brackets that have already gone bust.  Bradley is no different.   In episode 326, Hartmann explains how his 5-step model for documenting your choices and...
325 :: Ben Jenkins, Founder of Warstic Sports, Inc. - It’s not the Weapon, It’s the Warrior
March 28, 2023

325 :: Ben Jenkins, Founder of Warstic Sports, Inc. - It’s not the Weapon, It’s the Warrior

In episode 325, Bradley is joined by Co-Founder of , Ben Jenkins. They discuss the importance of branding and why it can be so difficult to get right.  Ben shares his experience collaborating with business partners, rock star Jack White and...
324 :: AXA XL's Gary Kaplan on project-based leadership
March 23, 2023

324 :: AXA XL's Gary Kaplan on project-based leadership

In episode 324 of The Construction Leadership Podcast, Bradley Hartmann is joined by Gary Kaplan, President of Construction at AXA XL. Gary touches on how he got into the construction insurance industry and how short-term, project-based leadership can...
323 :: Varsity Sports + Leadership with Jon Vaughan, Regional VP at US LBM
March 21, 2023

323 :: Varsity Sports + Leadership with Jon Vaughan, Regional VP at US LBM

In episode 323, Bradley is joined by Regional Vice President at , Jon Vaughan. They discuss how leaders can learn from Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay's decision to hire former player Jeff Saturday, despite his lack of experience.  Vaughan...
322 :: Jared Yando: The Curious Case of the Tenured Professor Returning to Build
March 14, 2023

322 :: Jared Yando: The Curious Case of the Tenured Professor Returning to Build

In episode 322, Bradley is joined by Jared Yando, Sr. Project Manager at . They discuss the challenges of working with school boards during the K-12 construction process.  Being an academic as well as well as a builder, Jared explains how that...
321 :: Major League Case in Favor of Micromanagement
March 9, 2023

321 :: Major League Case in Favor of Micromanagement

In episode 321, Bradley examines Major League Baseball's new rule changes designed to speed up the game and give back more time in your life.  He explains why the players' gripes about the rules are likely very similar complaints you hear from...
320 :: Crystal Pieschel of Mid-Cape Home Centers - Building Relationships on the Cape
March 7, 2023

320 :: Crystal Pieschel of Mid-Cape Home Centers - Building Relationships on the Cape

In episode 320, Bradley is joined by Crystal Pieschel, Director of Marketing at , a division of .  They discuss building relationships while engaging with your community more effectively, and how to best utilize co-op dollars.  You may...
319 :: Chaos Is a Ladder. Volatility Is Opportunity
March 2, 2023

319 :: Chaos Is a Ladder. Volatility Is Opportunity

In episode 319, Bradley explores the Relationship² Leadership Model.  This is the concept of building relationships with people and, the often overlooked, new ideas.  Bradley offers simple tips on how you can lead more effectively by...
318 :: Barry Wurzel, President of Wurzel Builders - Leadership Styles from Nick Saban to Yoda
Feb. 28, 2023

318 :: Barry Wurzel, President of Wurzel Builders - Leadership Styles from Nick Saban to Yoda

In episode 318, Bradley is joined by Barry Wurzel, President of .  They discuss Nick Saban's leadership philosophy around "trusting the process."  Barry explains why having a Dynamics Coach could be an important component of your...
317 :: What The Hell Is Happening With the Economy and Building Materials Pricing? Matt Saunders of John Burns Real Estate Consulting Explains It All
Feb. 23, 2023

317 :: What The Hell Is Happening With the Economy and Building Materials Pricing? Matt Saunders of John Burns Real Estate Consulting Explains It All

In episode 317, Bradley is joined by Matt Saunders, Senior Vice President of Building Products at .  They discuss the current state of the real estate market and where it's going in the near future.  Matt shares insights as to how the Fed's...
316 :: Whitney Hill, Co-Founder of SnapADU on Leading the Granny Flat Revolution
Feb. 21, 2023

316 :: Whitney Hill, Co-Founder of SnapADU on Leading the Granny Flat Revolution

In episode 316, Bradley is joined by Whitney Hill, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at .  They explain what an ADU is and what it stands for.  They also talk about construction processes, pricing, and leadership principles. ...
315 :: Andrew Luck: Humble, Hungry, and Smart Personified
Feb. 16, 2023

315 :: Andrew Luck: Humble, Hungry, and Smart Personified

In episode 315, Bradley discusses Patrick Lencioni's book , which reveals what ideal team leaders should be, and how former Indianapolis Colts quarterback, Andrew Luck personifies these attributes - Humble, Hungry, and Smart.  Bradley gives...
314 :: Expert Safety Panel featuring Tricia Thibodeaux of Fluor, J.D. Slaughter of S&B Engineers, Jeremy Stovall of Brookstone, and Todd Svihovec of Flint Hills Resources
Feb. 14, 2023

314 :: Expert Safety Panel featuring Tricia Thibodeaux of Fluor, J.D. Slaughter of S&B Engineers, Jeremy Stovall of Brookstone, and Todd Svihovec of Flint Hills Resources

In episode 314, Bradley leads a panel discussion in Houston at a Safety Symposium led by the National Academy of Construction, in conjunction with Texas A&M University and the University of Texas - Austin.  the panel features Tricia...
313 :: The Risk of Constant Learning
Feb. 9, 2023

313 :: The Risk of Constant Learning

In episode 313, Bradley examines the recent phenomena of companies laying off employees, despite, high profits.  He explains how the risk of constant learning and following the herd is partly to blame.  Bradley also shares 3 things you can...
312 :: Levi Smith, CEO of Franklin Building Supply on Accelerating Your Path to Leadership
Feb. 7, 2023

312 :: Levi Smith, CEO of Franklin Building Supply on Accelerating Your Path to Leadership

In episode 312, Bradley visits with CEO and President of , Levi Smith.  Levi shares some tips on how you can accelerate your path to leadership.  He also explains the important difference between Step-Thinking and Stretch-Thinking. This...
311 :: A Leadership Pit-Stop with Barrett Burt of Ganahl Lumber
Jan. 31, 2023

311 :: A Leadership Pit-Stop with Barrett Burt of Ganahl Lumber

In episode 311, Bradley is joined by General Manager of Ganahl Lumber, Barrett Burt.  They discuss the unique Ganahl lumber yard.  Barrett shares his perspective of hiring ahead of need and how to do a better job recruiting and retaining top...