Episode 457 focuses on Brad Jacobs' recent acquisition of Beacon Roofing Supply, featuring insights from industry experts Craig Webb and Jon Vaughan. The discussion explores the strategic rationale behind the “hostile-adjacent” takeover, with Jacobs aiming to double Beacon's profits in three years using his proven playbook. Listeners will gain valuable…
In episode 456 host Bradley Hartmann explores the dangers of overcommitment through the lens of two contrasting figures: Jim Valvano, the national champion basketball coach at N.C. State and Cal Newport, the Georgetown University professor and author. Bradley reflects on Valvano's life, highlighting how his boundless energy and desire to…
On our final day of the 6th Annual Sales Fundamentals Workshop, we put our training into action. Attendees met and learned from real builders, who shared their pain points and their challenges, to help us become better salespeople. Our scoreboard leaders were also announced, and winners received their championship rings!
We had a packed day of training at our first full day of Sales Fundamentals Workshop, followed by a night out at Billy Bob's for a little friendly competition.
Attendees from all over the country converged on Fort Worth to kick off our 2025 Sales Fundamentals Workshop, the most engaging and interactive sales training event on the planet.
Episode 455 is Part II of Jim Sobeck’s negotiation principles drawn from Mario Puzo's "The Godfather". The discussion explores critical business insights, including how to handle negotiations effectively, the importance of patience, and why taking business personally matters. Sobeck shares personal stories from his entrepreneurial career, highlighting strategies like never…
Episode 454 features Jim Sobeck’s return to the Construction Leadership Podcast as he discusses negotiation and leadership lessons from the legendary Mario Puzo novel "The Godfather" novel. Sobeck, a construction industry veteran, shares insights on effective communication, saying no gracefully, and maintaining emotional control in business interactions. The episode explores…
Jon Vaughn returns to the show to discuss leadership through the lens of sports, with a particular focus on basketball. Jon and Bradley dive deep into Rick Pitino's transformation of St. John's basketball program, exploring how innovative strategies and intensive coaching can drive success in both sports and business. The…
This podcast episode explores leadership principles through the lens of inversion—focusing on what not to do to become a better leader. Bradley Hartmann shares insights from CNS 5632:Leadership Principles in Construction within the University of Oklahoma’s MBA program for construction professionals, which was heavily influenced by Charlie Munger's mental models.…
Bradley Hartmann, CEO of Bradley Hartmann & Co., is joined by Dr. Ben Bigelow, Director and Associate Professor at the University of Oklahoma’s Lemon Construction Science Division. Together, they preview Dr. Ben Bigelow’s upcoming OSR Academy training session on Understanding the Mind of a Builder, where Bigelow and Hartmann explore…
Episode 451 dissects a clip from The Tim Ferriss Show featuring inventor Danny Hillis as he shares an entertaining story about working his way into Marvin Minsky's AI Lab at MIT. How? By living out our leadership tagline, “You are owed nothing. Deliver value first.” He proactively solved problems and…
In episode 450 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann interviews Dr. Sarah Buchner, a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey took her from being an impoverished12-year-old carpenter in rural Austria to become a Stanford-educated tech founder. Buchner shares her inspiring story of overcoming societal barriers to build Trunk Tools, an…
Leadership isn’t something you’re born with—it’s a skill you develop. In this clip from episode 449, Dave Reichert shares how he’s grown as a leader by making strategic decisions, embracing change, and learning through experience. His journey at Davis-Hawn Lumber Company proves that leadership isn’t passive—it’s something you work at…
In episode 449 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann reunites with Dave Reichert for an in-depth exploration of business growth, family dynamics, and leadership evolution. Eight years after his first appearance, Dave reveals how Davis-Hawn Lumber Company has transformed through strategic acquisitions, technological innovations, and the integration of…
In episode 449 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann reunites with Dave Reichert for an in-depth exploration of business growth, family dynamics, and leadership evolution. Eight years after his first appearance, Dave reveals how Davis-Hawn Lumber Company has transformed through strategic acquisitions, technological innovations, and the integration of…
In episode 448, host Bradley Hartmann discusses the importance of having robust, reliable processes that can withstand economic cycles. Using legendary physician Richard Feynman’s "cargo cult" story as an analogy, this episode emphasizes the need to challenge assumptions and understand the true drivers of success, rather than relying on tribal…
What’s “normal” isn’t set in stone - it shifts over time. The Overton Window decides what’s acceptable - and it’s always moving. Here’s what you need to know. 👇 #OvertonWindow #Leadership #Sales
Episode 447 features Ed DeAngelis, CEO of EDA Contractors. Ed provides a masterclass in effective leadership for construction companies. DeAngelis shares how he has built a thriving, 450-employee organization by embracing "humanity as a strategy”—refusing to “keep the personal stuff at home" and embracing the fulness of each employee. DeAngelis…
