Elevate Construction

Jason Schroeder
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Elevating construction with interviews, training, and techniques that will make the build environment better for workers, our customers, companies, and the industry as a whole.

  1. há 8 h

    Ep.1642 - Scaling Like the Human Body & The Nemawashi Effect

    In this episode, Jason explores fascinating parallels between the human body and scaling systems on construction projects. From DNA and cellular memory to energy and incentives, he shows how principles of biology can help us understand how teams grow, adapt, and operate efficiently. What you'll learn in this episode: How biological systems can inspire scaling and process design. Why continuous alignment and groundwork is faster than long committee decisions. The right way to implement change without slowing down operations. How to respect people while moving your project forward efficiently. Are your teams aligned before decisions are made, or are you still relying on slow committee processes? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    9 min

  2. há 8 h

    Ep.1641 - The Five Levers for Motivation on the Job Site

    In this episode, Jason breaks down the five critical levers for motivating your team in construction. Drawing on Lean principles, human psychology, and decades of field experience, he explains why standards, training, reinforcement, habits, and incentives are essential to get work done efficiently and safely. What you'll learn in this episode: Why visible standards are the foundation of motivation. How proper training transforms potential into performance. The role of reinforcement in making behaviors stick. How habits and incentives support sustainable change. Why leaders must drive work, not just set rules. Are your teams truly motivated, or are they just following instructions without engagement? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    8 min

  3. há 8 h

    Ep.1640 - Buffers, Before-Phase Planning, and the In-N-Out Analogy

    In this episode, Jason explores why buffers are critical on construction projects and how proper before-phase planning sets the stage for smooth execution. Using a humorous analogy of navigating an In-N-Out drive-thru, he explains how insufficient buffers not only disrupt workflow but also put workers under unnecessary stress. What you'll learn in this episode: The difference between waiting you pay for versus waiting you don't. Why buffers are essential for both workflow and worker safety. How before-phase planning prevents delays and maximizes flow. Key pre-planning activities to execute a phase successfully. How small adjustments upstream save massive time downstream. Are you fully leveraging before-phase planning to keep your projects flowing without unnecessary stops? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    9 min

  4. há 1 dia

    Ep.1639 - Improvement and Standards: Lessons from Japan

    In this episode, Jason dives into the power of continuous improvement and standards on the job site. Using stories from his travels to Japan and lessons from Lean practices, he explains why even "simple" items like pens, bobby pins, or spoons can be improved, and how the mindset of striving for incremental gains can transform construction operations. What you'll learn in this episode: Why standards and continuous improvement go hand-in-hand. How small innovations can create massive cumulative impact. The 5G methodology for problem-solving in construction. Lessons from Japanese Lean practices applied to real-world projects. How to prevent stagnation and keep driving improvements. Are your processes truly optimized, or is there still room to push the next 200%? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    9 min

  5. há 1 dia

    Ep.1638 - Promotions and the Gates of Leadership

    In this episode, Jason dives into what it really takes to promote the right people on a construction project. He explains why clean, safe, and organized job sites, combined with the ability to train and lead, are non-negotiable for anyone moving into a leadership role. What you'll learn in this episode: Why problems belong to the team, not individuals. The critical skills leaders must demonstrate before being promoted. How stagnation can derail projects and teams. The importance of ongoing growth and continuous learning. How to implement gates to ensure only capable leaders advance. Are your promotions based on true leadership skills, or just tenure and habit? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    9 min

  6. há 1 dia

    Ep.1637 - When the Tables Have Turned

    In this episode, Jason dives into a thought-provoking scenario: what would happen if the expectations we place on construction crews were suddenly applied to office workers? Using the analogy of schedule buffers, financial contingency, and the Takt Production System, he explores how common field pressures, rushing, pushing, and panicking would never fly if the roles were reversed. What you'll learn in this episode: Why buffers in schedules are essential for system stability. How financial contingency and field operations are interconnected. What happens when unrealistic expectations are applied without context. The humor and lessons in turning the tables on traditional workplace assumptions. How to think critically about workflow, risk, and responsibility. Are your project expectations reasonable, or would they cause chaos if applied to an office? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    9 min

  7. há 1 dia

    Ep.1636 - Massive and Small Problems on the Job Site

    In this episode, Jason explores the importance of addressing both massive and small problems on construction sites. He breaks down how visual boards, magnet-level roadblocks, and systematic categorization can help project teams tackle every issue efficiently from a stuck pile of plywood to critical RFIs that could halt work. What you'll learn in this episode: Why focusing only on big problems leaves small issues unresolved. How to use magnet boards to visually track and prioritize roadblocks. The pattern of addressing overburden, unevenness, and waste in sequence. How Theory of Constraints informs problem-solving on the job site. Why a systemic approach beats reactive firefighting. Are you handling both the big and small problems on your projects, or are some slipping through the cracks? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    9 min

  8. 1 de jul.

    Ep.1635 - The Waiting You Pay For and the Waiting You Don't

    In this episode, Jason explores a critical concept in Lean construction: understanding the difference between the waiting you pay for and the waiting you don't. He explains why pushing workers, adding extra crews, or forcing every zone to be active can actually create costly inefficiencies, while well-balanced flow and strategic pacing prevent unnecessary waste. What you'll learn in this episode: The hidden cost of "waiting you pay for" vs. natural gaps in work. How to balance resource efficiency and work efficiency. Why rushing, trade stacking, and overtime can hurt flow and morale. How to optimize production without overburdening crews. The Lean definition of success: fastest throughput, highest quality, lowest cost, and respect for people. Are your crews truly working efficiently, or are you paying for waiting unnecessarily? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

    10 min
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Elevating construction with interviews, training, and techniques that will make the build environment better for workers, our customers, companies, and the industry as a whole.

Informações

  • Criado por
    Jason Schroeder
  • Anos de atividade
    2020 - 2026
  • Episódios
    1,6 mil
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © 2020
  • Site do podcast
    Elevate Construction

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