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I'm The Gaffer

I'm The Gaffer

著者： Gavin Coyle
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I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth building industry entrepreneur/developer this podcast is for you. Gavin's guests, ranging from influential thought leaders to boots-on-the-ground practitioners, share their stories, successes and failures, and offer invaluable lessons and tips, allowing you to have a 360-degree view of the construction landscape. This podcast is a must have shared learning space for any person looking to achieve success in the building industry. As a construction person, this podcast is your go-to source for navigating the complexities of the construction industry where success is not just built; it's crafted with precision, passion, and the right knowledge.Copyright 2026 Gavin Coyle マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • Why Great Leaders Reward Mistakes (The Human Business with Glen Bostock)

    Why Great Leaders Reward Mistakes (The Human Business with Glen Bostock)
    2026/07/14
    Welcome to a new episode of I'm The Gaffer 👷‍♂️What if the biggest mistake leaders make is punishing mistakes?In this episode, Glenn Bostock, Founder of SnapCab and author of The Human Business, joins Gavin Coyle to share how changing the way he treated employees transformed his company culture, improved innovation, and helped build a thriving manufacturing business.From rewarding employees for identifying mistakes to creating a workplace built on kindness, authenticity, and purpose, Glenn explains why businesses should focus on helping people thrive, not simply maximizing profit.Whether you're a business owner, construction leader, project manager, entrepreneur, HR professional, or team leader, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons you can apply immediately.You'll learn:Why rewarding mistakes creates stronger teamsHow fear prevents innovation and continuous improvementThe leadership lesson that changed Glenn's business foreverHow one employee mistake saved the company hundreds of thousands of dollarsWhy people are motivated by purpose more than fearHow to build a workplace where employees actively solve problemsThe three core values behind SnapCab's company cultureWhy money should be a tool, not the ultimate goal of business🎯 Episode Highlights / Timestamps00:00 Rewarding mistakes instead of punishing them 00:47 Introduction to Glenn Bostock & employee engagement 03:18 Learning disabilities and the leadership lesson that shaped SnapCab 12:41 The employee mistake that changed everything 14:49 Why Glenn rewarded an employee with a trip to Hawaii 16:18 Building a culture that rewards problem solving 18:09 Why rewarding mistakes removes fear 23:40 Why money is a tool, not the goal 38:28 What success really means in business 41:26 The biggest lesson Glenn would teach his younger selfConnect with Glenn Bostock🌐 SnapCab https://snapcab.com/📖 The Human Business (Amazon) https://www.amazon.in/Human-Business-People-First-Lasting-Success/dp/B0GCHGXDBF🔗 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennbostock/?skipRedirect=trueAbout Coyle GroupCoyle Group provides safety outsourcing and managed services for high-impact projects across wind, utilities, power generation, engineering, and construction.With over 25 years of experience, 100+ safety professionals, and more than 1 million safety hours completed, Coyle Group helps organisations deliver projects safely and compliantly.Learn more: https://coyle-group.com/About the PodcastI'm The Gaffer, hosted by Gavin Coyle, features conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and subject matter experts covering construction, engineering, leadership, business growth, safety, procurement, project delivery, and workplace culture.Listen on:Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/ImTheGafferSpotify https://bit.ly/ImTheGafferSpotifyYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ImTheGafferPodcastWebsite https://www.imthegaffer.comSubscribe for more conversations on leadership, construction, business growth, workplace culture, employee engagement, engineering, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship.#ImTheGaffer #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #BusinessCulture #CompanyCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #Manufacturing #LeanManufacturing #BusinessGrowth #Construction #Entrepreneurship #Management #Innovation #WorkplaceCulture #HumanBusiness
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    46 分
  • Tender Writing Secrets: What Buyers Really Want (Bid Expert Explains)

    Tender Writing Secrets: What Buyers Really Want (Bid Expert Explains)
    2026/07/07

    Welcome to a new episode of I'm The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

    If you're a contractor, construction business owner, project manager, engineer, estimator, consultant, or SME looking to win more government and public sector work, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply to your next tender.

    In this episode, Jason Cooney, Director of Tsaks Consulting, joins Gavin Coyle to break down the tender process—from deciding whether to bid, writing stronger responses, pricing competitively, using AI effectively, and understanding what buyers are really looking for.

    You'll learn:

    • How to quickly assess whether a tender is worth pursuing
    • The biggest mistakes businesses make when bidding for government contracts
    • Why social value has become a major scoring factor
    • How to structure stronger, more consistent tender responses
    • The role of AI in tender writing—and where human expertise still matters
    • Why buyers don't always choose the cheapest bid
    • Practical pricing strategies that protect your profit while remaining competitive
    • How to improve your chances of winning government and public sector contracts

    🎯 Episode Highlights / Timestamps

    00:00 Check the mandatory criteria first

    01:30 Introduction to Jason Cooney

    05:26 First steps after receiving a tender

    10:37 Tender trends: innovation, AI & whole-of-life costs

    13:10 Why social value can make or break your bid

    18:06 Building consistent tender responses

    21:35 Creating a winning tender response library

    25:28 Inside the buyer's mindset

    31:19 Why buyers want you to succeed

    37:09 Pricing strategies and pricing buffers

    Connect with Jason Cooney

    Tsaks Consulting (Australia)

    https://thetenderteam.com.au/

    Tsaks Consulting (UK & Europe)

    https://tsaks.com/

    LinkedIn

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-cooney/

    About Coyle Group

    Coyle Group provides safety outsourcing and managed services for high-impact projects across wind, utilities, power generation, engineering, and construction.

    With 25+ years of experience, 100+ safety professionals, and over 1 million safety hours completed, Coyle Group helps organisations deliver projects safely and compliantly.

    Learn more:

    https://coyle-group.com/

    About the Podcast

    I'm The Gaffer, hosted by Gavin Coyle, features conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and subject matter experts covering construction, engineering, leadership, business growth, safety, procurement, and project delivery.

    Listen on:

    Apple Podcasts

    https://bit.ly/ImTheGaffer

    Spotify

    https://bit.ly/ImTheGafferSpotify

    YouTube

    https://www.youtube.com/@ImTheGafferPodcast

    Website

    https://www.imthegaffer.com

    Subscribe for more conversations on construction, tendering, procurement, leadership, safety, engineering, and business growth.

    #ImTheGaffer #GovernmentTenders #TenderWriting #Construction #Procurement #ConstructionBusiness #PublicSector #BusinessGrowth #ProjectManagement #ConstructionLeadership #Contractors #Engineering #SMEs #TenderManagement #GovernmentContracts
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    48 分
  • Why Architects Are Losing Influence in Construction | Lance Cayko

    Why Architects Are Losing Influence in Construction | Lance Cayko
    2026/06/23

    Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

    If you're a construction business owner, architect, engineer, contractor, project manager, developer, or someone involved in designing and delivering projects, this conversation offers valuable insights into architecture, construction, entrepreneurship, AI, leadership, and the future of the built environment.

    In this episode, Lance Cayko joins Gavin Coyle to discuss why architects need to reconnect with the construction industry, how builders and architects can work more effectively together, the impact of AI on professional services, and why understanding construction can make you a better designer and business owner.

    You'll learn:

    Why architects need stronger relationships with builders, subcontractors, and the people actually delivering projects

    How spending time in the field can improve designs, reduce mistakes, and earn respect from trades

    Why many architecture firms struggle with business, profitability, and long-term growth

    How AI is changing architecture and why practical construction experience is becoming more valuable

    Why Lance believes architects should reclaim the role of the master builder and take a bigger role in construction projects

    🎯 Episode Highlights / Timestamps

    00:00 Why builders earn more than architects

    01:12 Introduction to Lance Cayko

    02:27 Starting in construction at age 13

    08:54 Why entrepreneurship and architecture rarely go together

    12:10 The ego problem in architecture

    15:08 Why architects don't talk to tradespeople

    17:29 How subcontractors improved architectural drawings

    21:44 AI and the future of architecture

    31:00 Why architectural firms are going out of business

    38:00 Why owners and clients suffer from poor collaboration

    40:52 Knowing what you know now

    42:07 The book that changed Lance's life

    Connect with Lance Cayko

    LinkedIn

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-cayko-1227031a/

    Inside The Firm Podcast

    https://insidethefirmpodcast.com/

    F9 Productions

    https://www.f9productions.com/

    About Coyle Group

    Coyle Group provides safety outsourcing and managed services for high-impact projects across wind, utilities, power generation, engineering, and construction.

    With 25+ years of experience, 100+ safety professionals, and 1M+ safety hours completed, Coyle Group helps projects run safely and compliantly.

    Learn more:

    https://coyle-group.com/

    About the Podcast

    I’m The Gaffer, hosted by construction professional Gavin Coyle, brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts to share real insights on leadership, growth, safety, engineering, construction, and business success.

    Listen on:

    Apple Podcasts

    https://bit.ly/ImTheGaffer

    Spotify

    https://bit.ly/ImTheGafferSpotify

    YouTube

    https://www.youtube.com/@imthegafferpodcast

    Website

    https://www.imthegaffer.com

    Subscribe for more insights for construction business owners, architects, engineers, contractors, project leaders, developers, and industry professionals.

    #ImTheGaffer

    #Architecture

    #ConstructionIndustry

    #Architects

    #ConstructionLeadership

    #BuildingDesign

    #ConstructionManagement

    #ConstructionBusiness

    #ProjectManagement

    #AIInConstruction

    #ConstructionTechnology

    #Entrepreneurship

    #ArchitectureBusiness

    #GeneralContractor

    #ConstructionPodcast
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    45 分
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