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On The Construction Leadership Podcast, Bradley Hartmann (author of 12 construction-focused books and founder of the consultancy, Hartmann & Co.) interviews leaders throughout the industry to share ideas and insights to help you lead more effectively.

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    • Economía y empresa

On The Construction Leadership Podcast, Bradley Hartmann (author of 12 construction-focused books and founder of the consultancy, Hartmann & Co.) interviews leaders throughout the industry to share ideas and insights to help you lead more effectively.

    405 :: The Alaskan Origins of Our Battle Cry: You Are Owed Nothing. Deliver Value First

    405 :: The Alaskan Origins of Our Battle Cry: You Are Owed Nothing. Deliver Value First

    Through 404 episodes of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann has ended the show with his mantra-as-battle-cry: "You Are Owed Nothing. Deliver Value First." In episode 405, Hartmann shares its unlikely origin story for the first time as he emphasizes its practical utility through examples from listeners in different industries.   
     

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    If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

    • 14 min
    404 :: Mark Weber of Builders FirstSource: Insights from Working at Taco Bell and That Electronics Store in The 40-Year-Old Virgin

    404 :: Mark Weber of Builders FirstSource: Insights from Working at Taco Bell and That Electronics Store in The 40-Year-Old Virgin

    In episode 404, Mark Weber of Builders FirstSource in Michigan hilariously and insightfully shares his experiences working at Taco Bell and in the electronic appliance retail business, highlighting the importance of upselling and learning to anticipate the the word 'no.' Mark emphasizes the significance of being a good mentee and the role humility has played in the trajectory of his lumber sales career. Mark’s success has been earned through his role as a reliable and proactive problem-solver for builders, always striving to be their go-to person for any issues that arise. His growth mindset is demonstrated through constant learning, from podcasts like SBCA's Lumber Connect and books like 'Extreme Ownership' by Jocko Willink.
     
    Takeaways
    •Offering customers options and alternatives shares control and increases the likelihood of a good fit between buyer and seller
    •Surrendering to coaching and having a growth mindset can lead to success in sales and career development
    •Be the go-to person for builders by proactively solving their problems and being reliable
    •Continuously learn and expand your knowledge to better serve customers
    •Recommended podcasts: SBCA's Lumber Connect and The Build Podcast
    •Recommended book: 'Extreme Ownership' by Jocko Willink
    •Social media can effectively showcase projects and build deeper relationships with clients
     
    Chapters
    00:00 From selling at Taco Bell to the electronics store in The 40-Year-Old Virgin
    10:09 Becoming a good mentee
    14:09 The will to to do what the other guy wouldn’t
    24:25 The ROI of testimonials
    29:15 The immense power of “Let me be your guy.”
    32:24 On product category growth
    39:08 Continuous learning
    43:50 Utilizing social media in sales
     

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    If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

    • 47 min
    403 :: Bill Walton Replay: Grateful Dead

    403 :: Bill Walton Replay: Grateful Dead

    In this replay episode, Bradley is joined by NBA Legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton at the West Coast Lumber and Building Materials Association (WCLBMA) Annual Convention that was held October 19-21, 2022 in San Diego, CA. Bill discusses leadership lessons he learned from coaches, including John Wooden at UCLA, as well as lessons learned from reading books.  Walton also embraces our mantra at The Construction Leadership Podcast - You are Owed Nothing, Deliver Value First!
     
     

    This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days.
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    If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback will help us on our mission to bring the construction community closer together.
    If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

    • 34 min
    402 :: Randee Herrin: On Assessing Your Team’s Readiness to Change

    402 :: Randee Herrin: On Assessing Your Team’s Readiness to Change

    In episode 402, Randy Herrin and Bradley Hartmann discuss the topic of change management. They explore the importance of understanding human nature and the readiness capability of the organization when implementing change. They also discuss the need to set realistic expectations and invest the necessary time and effort for meaningful and lasting change. 

    Randy shares leadership insights from two of her favorite books and discusses the role of 
    offsite manufacturing. Herrin and Hartmann close with how to best remove—or intentionally add—friction to enable innovation in the construction industry.
    Takeaways 
    • Effective change management requires the understanding of three elements:
      1. Understanding human nature
      2. Understanding the capability of each individual department 
     3. Understanding overall organizational readiness to change  
    • Realistic expectations and thoughtful storytelling speed meaningful change
    • Understanding friction—where to remove it and where to intentionally add it—help speed change initiatives
    Chapters 
    00:00 Change in our industry is accelerating 
    04:30 Understanding human nature, maturity, and organizational readiness for change
    06:45 “Kill the Company” exercise 
    11:36 Scaling the company through change 
    16:26 Assessing maturity and capability for change by department  
    21:08 Understanding and navigating around human inertia  
    28:00 The source of four frictions 
    33:45 Designing around constraints
     

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    If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.
     

    • 38 min
    401 :: Negotiating Maas: The Baseball Card Transaction That Changed My Life

    401 :: Negotiating Maas: The Baseball Card Transaction That Changed My Life

    In episode 401, host Bradley Hartmann shares his most personal story yet about a childhood event that changed his life. The story involves his father—a construction leader for four decades—a local card and comic retailer, and a professional baseball player named Kevin Maas. The event educated Bradley on value, pricing, power dynamics, the role emotions play in business, and certainly negotiation strategies an tactics. 

    In the second half of the episode, Bradley sits down with his father to reflect back on 
    negotiating Maas and other timeless negotiation principles.
     

    This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days.
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    If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

    • 40 min
    400 :: Verne Harnish on Scaling Up—And Why Lincoln Was the Worst POTUS

    400 :: Verne Harnish on Scaling Up—And Why Lincoln Was the Worst POTUS

    In this conversation, Verne Harnish discusses his insights on scaling up businesses and shares his experiences with the Rockefeller Habits. He also highlights the importance of aligning people, strategy, execution, and cash in order to drive business growth. Harnish provides a list of non-obvious leaders who have influenced him, including Hubert Joly, Dr. Robert Cialdini, Dr. Hermann Simon, and Aubrey Daniels. He also challenges the notion of being a visionary and emphasizes the need for clear promises and alignment within an organization. Additionally, Harnish discusses the importance of understanding constraints and shares stories about Herb Kelleher and Elon Musk as examples of effective leadership.
    Takeaways
    Aligning people, strategy, execution, and cash is crucial for driving business growth. Clear promises and alignment within an organization are essential for success. Understanding constraints and finding innovative solutions can lead to business growth. Effective leadership involves being hands-on, understanding the market, and making strategic decisions. Being a visionary is not as important as setting clear strategy and executing it effectively  
    Chapters
    00:00 The Rockefeller Habits
    09:48 A Contrarian View on Goal-Setting
    27:43 Challenging the Notion of Being a Visionary
    35:02 Jim Sobeck, Herb Kelleher, and Insights on Leadership
    42:07 Strategy Is a Promise
     

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    If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

    • 49 min

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