Beyond The Build

Diana & Sean Skellenger

Welcome to Beyond the Build—the podcast where construction, entrepreneurship, and family life intersect. Hosted by Diana and Sean Skellenger, who lead a fast-growing custom construction company in Austin while raising four kids who are five and under. Each episode dives into the real stories behind the business: the wins, the challenges, the people, and the everyday moments that shape both the company and the family behind it.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Before We Build: How We Create Trust Through Preconstruction

    In this episode of Beyond the Build, we sit down with our Directors of Preconstruction, Lalita and Edgar, to discuss why preconstruction, communication, and expectation setting matter more than craftsmanship alone. Great builds start with great planning. Rushing in leads to costly issues, but mapping everything out upfront saves time, money, and stress. Preconstruction is an investment in clarity and we’re here to advocate for you every step of the way. Listen to learn more about our preconstruction process and how it provides clarity for our clients while ensuring accurate budgets and timelines.

    Before We Build: How We Create Trust Through Preconstruction

  2. Jun 15

    Culture Isn't A Poster: How Core Values Show Up in Real Life

    In this episode of Beyond the Build, we sit down with Garrett Salpeter, CEO and founder of NeuFit, to explore how culture shows up in every corner of life, from the workplace to client relationships to the way we raise our kids. With a background in neuroscience and engineering, Garrett brings a unique perspective on building environments that support growth, performance, and well-being.

    Culture Isn't A Poster: How Core Values Show Up in Real Life

  3. May 12

    Specialized Teams - The Shift That Helped Us Scale Without the Chaos

    In this episode of Beyond the Build, we sit down with two of our project managers, Greg and Nelson, for a conversation about the operational shift that changed everything at Skelly Build. We dive into why specialized teams work better, what we learned along the way, and how the change improved both quality and day to day operations.

    Specialized Teams - The Shift That Helped Us Scale Without the Chaos

  4. Apr 14

    From Chaos to Clarity: Systems That Scaled Our Business

    In this episode we sit down with our EOS Implementer Eddie Russ to talk about the shift that changed everything for our company. We break down how EOS, scorecards, clear processes, and true accountability transformed growth from reactive chaos into intentional momentum.

    From Chaos to Clarity: Systems That Scaled Our Business

  5. Mar 16

    The Integrator Behind the Scale: Josh Olson’s Journey and the Integrator of Skelly Build

    A deep conversation with our COO Josh Olson, including his background before Skelly Build, what drew him to the company, and how his leadership transformed operations over the last five years. The episode also looks ahead to what Josh sees coming next for Skelly Build, how operations must evolve to support the future, and what it really takes to scale without sacrificing quality, culture, or people.

    The Integrator Behind the Scale: Josh Olson’s Journey and the Integrator of Skelly Build

  6. Feb 24

    The Story Behind Skelly Build

    In this episode, Sean and Diana share the real story behind Skelly Build — how it started, what it took to grow it, and what this podcast will offer moving forward. From stepping into a male-dominated industry with limited resources, to building trusted subcontractor relationships and wearing every hat imaginable, Diana shares what it felt like to start from scratch. Sean opens up about why he joined the company, what operations and finance looked like behind the scenes, and how their partnership strengthened the business as it scaled. This podcast isn’t just about construction. It’s about leadership, growth, culture, marriage, family, and what it really takes to build something meaningful.

    The Story Behind Skelly Build
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About

Welcome to Beyond the Build—the podcast where construction, entrepreneurship, and family life intersect. Hosted by Diana and Sean Skellenger, who lead a fast-growing custom construction company in Austin while raising four kids who are five and under. Each episode dives into the real stories behind the business: the wins, the challenges, the people, and the everyday moments that shape both the company and the family behind it.

Information

  • Creator
    Diana & Sean Skellenger
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Skelly Build
  • Show Website
    Beyond The Build