100 episodes

Thomas Edison said, "Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration."
This show interviews hard-working construction company owners and executives who share their wisdom, perspectives, and lessons learned from decades of experience bidding, planning, and building profitable projects. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, conflict resolution, niche identification, succession planning, talent management, business development, and business growth.

Industry expert, Eric Anderton also shares his insights about how construction company owners can increase project profit by improving communication, running productive meetings, and attracting, developing, and retaining talented leaders.

Tune in each week and get practical inspiration for how to build people, projects, and profits.

"I know of no genius but the genius of hard work." John Ruskin

Construction Genius Eric Anderton

    • Business
    • 4.8 • 157 Ratings

Thomas Edison said, "Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration."
This show interviews hard-working construction company owners and executives who share their wisdom, perspectives, and lessons learned from decades of experience bidding, planning, and building profitable projects. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, conflict resolution, niche identification, succession planning, talent management, business development, and business growth.

Industry expert, Eric Anderton also shares his insights about how construction company owners can increase project profit by improving communication, running productive meetings, and attracting, developing, and retaining talented leaders.

Tune in each week and get practical inspiration for how to build people, projects, and profits.

"I know of no genius but the genius of hard work." John Ruskin

    Bentleys And Helicopters: A Wild Ride From Carpenter To CEO With Charlie Fitzgibbon

    Bentleys And Helicopters: A Wild Ride From Carpenter To CEO With Charlie Fitzgibbon

    A carpenter becoming a CEO shows how resilience, ambition, and staying true to one's purpose can lead to transformation. In this episode, we have Charlie Fitzgibbon, a former school-goer who initially didn't want to go, who now works as a carpenter and runs a successful construction company, Edinburgh Construction. Today, he shares his journey with us, spilling the secrets to managing growth, overcoming recruitment challenges, picking your battles in the construction industry, and more. Tune in now and hear Charlie’s wild ride!

    • 54 min
    Avoid Boeing Blunders: How To Use Systems Thinking To Identify And Eliminate Quality Issues With Matthew Kleiman

    Avoid Boeing Blunders: How To Use Systems Thinking To Identify And Eliminate Quality Issues With Matthew Kleiman

    In the construction landscape, quality is not a luxury but a necessity for you to have an edge against your competitors. Prioritizing your quality brings a multitude of benefits to your business and customers. In this episode, Matthew Kleiman, the co-founder & CEO of Cumulus Digital Systems, explains how construction business owners use systems thinking to identify and eliminate quality issues. Using his rational and high-quality manufacturing approach, Matthew was able to share his insights on how leaders could drive quality in projects by establishing a “No Fear Culture” in the industry. He also touches on the importance of transparency and awarding those who report quality issues. Matthew is willing to share his treasure trove of wisdom, so head into this episode to not miss a thing.

    • 41 min
    How To Overcome Schedule Delays Through Understanding, Discipline, And Communication With Michael Pink

    How To Overcome Schedule Delays Through Understanding, Discipline, And Communication With Michael Pink

    Time is money, and it is a non-renewable resource. Due to mismanagement with our schedules, it costs us so much in our business. But why do people struggle so much in managing schedules to complete a job on time? In this episode, Michael Pink, Chief Executive Officer of SmartPM, talks about the key to overcoming construction schedule delays. He also reveals that hiring schedulers is unnecessary because PMs should learn how to do it. That is the problem his company saw, and they decided to create a CPM Bootcamp to address that. Join Michael in this episode and learn to be smart with your schedules and eliminate delays.

    • 37 min
    Contech 2024: The Current State Of Construction Technology With Gonzalo Galindo

    Contech 2024: The Current State Of Construction Technology With Gonzalo Galindo

    Construction is not just about building. It's leading a revolution in how we create, innovate, and redefine progress. In this episode, Gonzalo Galindo, the CEO of Cemex Ventures, discusses the current status and future trends of Contech. Join us as he shows where technology will revolutionize construction, including supply chain efficiency, sustainability, and the use of new materials. Gonzalo details Cemex’s digitalization journey, from customer-centric approaches to fostering seamless interactions across the value chain. He also shares how, in five years, job sites could be completely digitalized with robots, AI inspections, and more focus on sustainability. Tune in now and explore Contech 2024!

    • 44 min
    Navigating Risk And Reward: Mastering The Art Of Construction Estimating With Melvin Newman

    Navigating Risk And Reward: Mastering The Art Of Construction Estimating With Melvin Newman

    Have you ever bit on a project where you thought, "I nailed the schedule here," then you get going and you understand that you made a lot of mistakes that have a massive impact on your profitability? It happens a lot in construction. It doesn't mean you're a bad person, but it does mean that you need to do a much better job in construction estimating up front, analyzing the schedule and the risks associated with that schedule. That is the topic of conversation here on Construction Genius, with our guest, Melvin Newman. Melvin is the CTO and President of PataBid. Prior to founding PataBid in 2018, he worked in the construction industry for several years as an estimator and a PM. If you're concerned with the risks associated with scheduling, this episode is for you. Dive right in!

    • 47 min
    The Power Of Pivot Stories: How Embracing Human Flaws Transforms Marketing With Mike Snyder

    The Power Of Pivot Stories: How Embracing Human Flaws Transforms Marketing With Mike Snyder

    Transform your marketing by embracing human flaws and crafting pivot stories that captivate hearts, build trust, and redefine success. In this episode, Mike Synder, partner at Raptor USA and co-author of The Great Marketing Lie, discusses approaching marketing with a unique perspective—how embracing human flaws and the art of storytelling can lead to powerful transformations in your business strategies. He reveals the secrets of building trust through transparency, even in industries like construction where perfection is paramount. He explores the art of articulating the pivot and how recognizing and addressing unexpected challenges can enhance your brand and captivate your audience. He also discusses the pivotal role of culture in shaping your marketing approach, and how it can define your reactions in times of crisis. And all those are just some of what he covers today, so don’t miss out. Tune in now and transform the way you approach marketing.

    • 45 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
157 Ratings

157 Ratings

GoodBye Birdy ,

Much Better Job

This podcast was very insightful on how to do a much better job in construction estimating up front, analyzing the schedule and the risks associated with that schedule.

Anonymous at Apple Reviews ,

Thoughtful and practical

Construction Genius is an excellent program for any level of construction management. The topics are practical for field, office and senior leadership. Eric has insightful questions and pushes back on platitudes and questions when advise given does not seem practical.

Highly recommend the program.

@Matthewshoobs ,

If you are in constructions this is a must listen

Great show! Listened to about 4 episodes and already got great value. Looking forward to more...

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