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  • Seeing Blind Spots & Avoiding Expensive Mistakes with Matt Chitwood - Pivium
    2025/10/07
    Matt Chitwood shares his journey in the AEC industry and Pivium's challenges. He discusses their recent warehouse move, leadership changes, and balancing tradition with innovation. Matt shares insights on family dynamics, accountability in delegation, and hiring practices in family businesses. He explores leadership, managing personality traits, and the importance of an effective board, including lessons from tough advice. The episode also covers navigating technology challenges, risk assessments, and engaging with the local business community. Matt also underscores the value of networking.
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    1 時間 2 分
  • Hijacking The Reward System to Change Your Life and Business with Michelle Rutkowski - MOR Studio
    2025/09/30
    Michelle Rutkowski delves into her architectural journey and the foundation of MOR Studio, focusing on the intricate balance between business growth and personal life. She explores the role of dopamine in motivation and the reward system, detailing the four pillars of reward: connection, discovery, movement, and rest, with practical applications for AEC businesses. The discussion extends to the biological underpinnings of productivity and team dynamics, including the neuroscience of endorphins. Michelle shares personal insights on dopamine regulation, emphasizing the design of spaces that foster community engagement and minimize distractions, integrating the reward system into architectural design.
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    43 分
  • Connecting the Dots for Communication Systems in Buildings with Jon Szeliga - Engineering Wireless Services
    2025/09/23
    Jon Szeliga joins to discuss his transition from technical roles to sales and his work with Neutral Host Signal Source services. He emphasizes the critical role of wireless infrastructure in modern venues and the importance of educating clients during the sales process. Jon shares strategies for hiring and training sales teams and addresses challenges in AEC industry sales. The episode covers ensuring cellular coverage for safety, radio frequency challenges in LEED-certified buildings, and budgeting for cellular systems. Jon explains compliance with Carrier and FCC standards, safety considerations, and design protocols. He explores AI's role in the AEC industry and offers reflective advice on adopting new technologies.
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    53 分
  • Big Opportunities & Common Tax Mistakes For Contractors with Cody Daniels - Builders Tax Group
    2025/09/09
    Cody Daniels shares his knowledge and strategies for tax in the construction sector and reflects on his entrepreneurial journey. He discusses the benefits and challenges of running a business, the importance of community, and managing strong personalities. Topics include common tax mistakes, construction accounting strategies, and compliance issues with retirement plans. Cody highlights the significance of EOS, quarterly goals, and balancing core tasks with growth and technology. He explores AI's impact on construction and accounting, business survival rates, and misconceptions about accounting and IT services, offering advice for contractors on tax management.
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    39 分
  • Urban Development and Architectural Innovation with Brian Cassidy of CCBG Architects
    2025/08/26
    Brian Cassidy shares insights into his early career and his role at CCBG Architects, delving into the company's culture and its impact on Downtown Phoenix's transformation. He discusses lean operations, management strategies, and the evolution of Roosevelt Row, alongside investment strategies for downtown revitalization. The conversation touches on marketing, hiring, and the Phoenix Community Alliance's influence. Brian addresses urban development challenges, affordable housing, and community advocacy, highlighting historical renovations and infrastructure issues. He explores remote work's effect on work-life balance, future city planning, and technology's role in architecture, including AI, automation, and the significance of CAD and 3D modeling.
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    51 分
  • Value Systems: The Secret to Building a Legacy Firm with Eddie Jones - Jones Studio
    2025/08/19
    Eddie Jones shares his architectural journey, from his education to founding Jones Studio. He reflects on his early career and significant projects, including the St. Louis (now Arizona) Cardinals training facility and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art exhibit. Eddie discusses the Mariposa land port of entry project and the studio's growth. He provides insights into succession planning and transitioning roles within the studio, emphasizing his evolution from architect to business leader.
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    58 分
  • Saving Time in Construction with Technology with Lenny Joseph and Laci Jackson of Bidtracer
    2025/08/12
    Lenny Joseph and Laci Jackson dive into their roles at Bidtracer, a leader in construction technology. Lenny shares his journey and the company's founding, contrasting corporate and entrepreneurial experiences. They discuss innovation challenges, skepticism towards software in construction, and balancing growth with innovation. The conversation also covers identifying valuable team members, personal connections, and Laci's career transition. Lenny addresses cybersecurity challenges and the impact of AI in construction, offering advice to his younger self.
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    1 時間 1 分
  • Flexibility in Work Structures is Essential for Modern Employees with Amanda Schneider - ThinkLab
    2025/08/05
    Amanda Schneider discusses her career journey and insights into the future of work. She highlights her transition to Sandow, effective hiring strategies, and insights from her TEDx talk and generational research. The episode covers the trust gap and challenges of hybrid work environments, emphasizing metrics, scorecards, and personal work preferences. Amanda also offers advice on adapting to cultural changes in workplace models, especially for extroverts and introverts in remote settings. The episode wraps up with ThinkLab insights, closing remarks, and encouragement to share the episode, touching on scaling a business and improving company technology.
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    45 分