Brad Leavitt interviews Chris Meeken about using technology like Buildertrend to streamline construction businesses, the importance of networking and building relationships, diversifying business ventures, managing high-end client expectations, and how Chris's military background influences his leadership style.

Brad Leavitt and Brad Simons discuss using technology like Buildertrend to streamline construction businesses, the changes and challenges facing the homebuilding industry including labor shortages, improving the industry's reputation, developing strong leadership and company culture.

Nick Schiffer shares details about his ambitious spec build, outlining the design challenges, investor partnership, and marketing strategy.

Brad Leavitt and Mark Laliberte discuss strategies for improving the construction industry through building science education, sustainable practices, quality control, and developing strong partnerships with manufacturers and tradespeople. They emphasize the importance of continuous learning and adapting to new technologies and building codes.

Tim Nelson, the president of Symmetry Builders Corp., discusses his approach to networking, collaborating with clients and designers, managing remodeling projects, and growing his successful family business through hard work and an emphasis on quality.

Jared Westergard, the managing partner of Sonoran Business Advisors, discusses financial best practices for construction companies and how his firm helps businesses streamline accounting processes through software integration and fractional CFO services.

Jason Fishbeck discusses his experience starting an automation business and how lighting, security, and networking integration has evolved over the past 30 years, highlighting the importance of early coordination between trades and quality training for his team.

Dan Geis shares his approach to building high-performance and net-zero homes through a focus on energy efficiency, building science techniques, and workforce development. Brad and Dan discuss best practices for sales, project planning, hiring processes, and continuing education in the construction industry.

Dustin Baker discusses the importance of finding balance through consistent habits like diet, exercise, sleep, and hydration while running his company Bio Protein Technology that produces non-synthetic hormone supplements.

Scott Reib joins Brad Leavitt to discuss how entrepreneurs can protect their businesses through proper legal structures and documentation. Scott explains that many small businesses do not consult with legal counsel regularly and end up facing costly issues that could have been avoided with preventative advice. He emphasizes the importance of establishing the right legal foundation to shatterproof your business.

David Guzman, the Director of Business Development for Continental Marble and Tile Company, discusses his company's history spanning over 100 years in the tile industry and how they have adapted to changes in contracting while maintaining relationships with clients. He shares stories of notable projects they have worked on throughout Southern California and how being involved in the trades from an early age influences his leadership approach today.

Bryan Clifton & Daniel Threadgill discuss starting their partnership after years of owning separate construction businesses. They share how focusing on building relationships with clients and trades through excellent communication is the secret to their success and quality level of work. Their referral-based business has grown through word-of-mouth as they continue to learn and improve their processes.