564 episodes

What is The Construction Life? The Construction Life is a daily routine of waking up at 5am, working out, showering, preparing lunch, sending off the family, driving to the construction site, organizing and preparing for the day's work, building, having fun on the job, wrapping up at the end of the day, returning home, spending time with the family, and preparing for the next day. It's a lifestyle that involves a constant commitment to hard work and a love for what you do, and it's never about settling for "good enough." The Construction Life is about striving for excellence every day.

The Construction Life Manny Neves

    • Education
    • 3.4 • 94 Ratings

What is The Construction Life? The Construction Life is a daily routine of waking up at 5am, working out, showering, preparing lunch, sending off the family, driving to the construction site, organizing and preparing for the day's work, building, having fun on the job, wrapping up at the end of the day, returning home, spending time with the family, and preparing for the next day. It's a lifestyle that involves a constant commitment to hard work and a love for what you do, and it's never about settling for "good enough." The Construction Life is about striving for excellence every day.

    #574 Different perspectives in woodworking with Mike Huber, James Goerzen, Jamie Robert, & Gavin Gaudreault

    #574 Different perspectives in woodworking with Mike Huber, James Goerzen, Jamie Robert, & Gavin Gaudreault

    We talk about the mentorship landscape, being openminded about new methods, learning from each project, and building with other trades in mind. We also discuss understanding your market and balancing being an artist and running a business on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast.

    Reach out to Mike Huber of Mike Huber Works at hubermiker@gmail.com and @hubermachine.

    Find James Goerzen at Conestoga.

    Reach out to Jamie Roberts of Jamie Roberts Custom Woodworking at jrobertscustomwoodworking@gmail.com and @jamierobertscustomwoodworking.

    Reach out to Gavin Gaudreault on Instagram @gaudreault13.

    Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio.

    Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

    • 1 hr 42 min
    #573 Starting sustainability conversations with Aron Jones of Big Dog Construction

    #573 Starting sustainability conversations with Aron Jones of Big Dog Construction

    We talk about the push towards electric, needing to build smaller, rushing for affordable housing, multi-family resistance, teaching sustainablity to the trades, and the issues with minimum code. We also discuss the perfect wall assembly and reducing expectations to build quality on a budget with this episode of The Construction Life Podcast.

    Find Aron Jones of Big Dog Construction on Instagram @BigDogConstruction.GM. Reach out at BigDogConstruction@live.ca.

    Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio.

    Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

    • 1 hr 33 min
    #572 From woodworking school into the industry with Professor Trevor Hibbs and former students

    #572 From woodworking school into the industry with Professor Trevor Hibbs and former students

    From woodworking school into the industry with Professor Trevor Hibbs and former students Mitch, Nathan and Saleh. They tell us about coming from different backgrounds, going through the Conestoga program, and making capstone projects. We also discuss fighting mass-produced products, learning to let go of projects, mixed material creativity, and clients not appreciating skill on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast.

    Reach out to Trevor Hibbs of Conestoga College at thibbs@conestogac.on.ca.

    Reach out to Mitch of Salzburg Interiors & Furniture at mitchbosnyak@gmail.com and @BozzyB00ts.

    Reach out to Nathan Banks of NEFF Beautiful Living at nateb95@icloud.com and @NathanBanks95.

    Reach out to Saleh of NEFF Beautiful Living at salzakar@gmail.com and @SalehZakk.

    Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio.

    Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

    • 1 hr 35 min
    #571 Helping apprentices get through the trade with Pat Davidson and his apprentice Matt Hough

    #571 Helping apprentices get through the trade with Pat Davidson and his apprentice Matt Hough

    We talk about the schoolyard perception of the trades, taking a chance on an apprentice, teaching why, starting at the bottom, and paying it back to the industry. Remember that knowledge goes further than money with this episode of The Construction Life Podcast.

    Find Davidson's Electrical at DavidsonsElectrical.ca and @Davidsons_Electrical. Reach out at Info@DavidsonsElectrical.ca and 416-859-1159.

    Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio.

    Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

    • 1 hr 41 min
    #570 Guide on the side training with Matt and Brandon of Community Builders

    #570 Guide on the side training with Matt and Brandon of Community Builders

    They tell us about building student confidence, creating hands-on learning experiences, teaching good spending practices, and getting the best out of every student. Find out what they're doing to help with the labour and affordable housing shortage on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast.

    Find Community Builders at CommunityBuilders.co and @CommunityBuilders.co. Reach out at info@CommunityBuilders.co.

    Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio.

    Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

    • 1 hr 30 min
    #569 Reconnecting to life through woodworking with Paul Lentinello The Keen Woodworker

    #569 Reconnecting to life through woodworking with Paul Lentinello The Keen Woodworker

    Paul tells us about creating without planning, turning mistakes into art, finding variety in wood, and being unable to let some pieces go. We also discuss shou sugi ban, epoxy, the construction community, anti-social Toronto, and finding the person that likes your art on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast.

    Find Paul Lentinello on Instagram @the_keen_woodworker. Reach out PaulLentinello@gmail.com and 647-983-5670.

    Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@theconstructionlife.com. If you have something to contribute to the podcast, email info@theconstructionlife.com to schedule a time to join us in studio.

    Are you interested in the latest trends in building, renovation, home improvement, real estate, architecture, design, engineering, contracting, trades, and DIY? Look no further! Our construction podcast and social media content cover a wide range of topics, including project management, safety, best practices, business development, leadership, marketing, customer service, productivity, sustainability, technology, innovation, and industry news

    • 1 hr 37 min

Customer Reviews

3.4 out of 5
94 Ratings

94 Ratings

Brad_Whitaker ,

Fantastic Podcast

'The Construction Life' is a fantastic podcast, can I add the best podcast ever, that adds a personal touch to the construction world, it really is about the lives of the people caring so much about the work. It's engaging, informative, and a true celebration of the industry and its people. I never want the show to end. Oh and what ever happen to show #400? Still waiting for that one as you get closer to hitting show #500. What a milestone. Congrats guys and Manny you deserve it.

Mia_Taylor ,

Just Perfect

A must-listen podcast for anyone interested in construction and life and learning, and inspiring to be better at anything they do. 'The Construction Life' takes us on a journey through the industry, introducing us to the skilled professionals and their stories. Want more Roundtables, want another TNT show, want to hear the first In “With The Old” and can’t wait to see Manny On Site. Rock N Rolla you ROCKSTARS!!

lana.rich ,

Love It

Kudos to 'The Construction Life' for highlighting the craftsmanship, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit of tradespeople. It's an eye-opener for those inside and outside the industry. Love the opening singing, who ever thought that would work? Love it!!!

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