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41. Construction Finance Doesn’t Have to Suck: Bryant Solomon on ControlQore
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Bryant Soloman, a seasoned expert in construction leadership and operations, to discuss how construction businesse...
40. Stop Throwing Money at Workforce Development & Start Leading Better
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Kristina McMillan to talk about what it really takes to lead a construction team out of survival mode and into sus...
39. Why Construction Tech Keeps Failing (And How to Fix It)
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Tyler Campbell to talk about the real challenges of leading construction teams—especially when it comes to communi...
38. Cranky Cowboys, Crucial Conversations & the Cost of Holding On Too Long
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with JD Whitaker to uncover the leadership strategies that drive success in the construction industry. They dive into t...
37. Boundaries, Meetings & Mentorship: Leading Without the Burnout
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Ron Stein to unpack the realities of leadership, risk management, and navigating tough workplace dynamics in the c...
36. Bad Hires, Good Resumes, and the Cost of Assumptions with Shawna Armstrong
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge sits down with Shawna Armstrong to explore the misconceptions that can lead to poor hiring decisions in the construction industr...
35. Small Fixes To Help Family Businesses Run Smoother
In this episode of Construction Trailblazers, we tackle the common challenges faced by family-run construction businesses and explore how outdated habits, poor communi...
34. Balancing People, Process & Pressure: Scott Robertson on Leading in Construction
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge sits down with Scott Robertson to discuss what it takes to build a culture of ownership and accountability in the construction i...
33. Thrown Into the Deep End: How Irene Walsh Garcia Built a Thriving Career in Construction
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge sits down with Irene Walsh Garcia to discuss the power of unlearning limiting beliefs and building confidence in the constructio...
32. Depth Over Directives: The Leadership Shift You Need to Make with Jesse Hernandez
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge sits down with Jesse to explore a powerful 30-day challenge for new field leaders to build trust and stand out. They discuss the...
31. No More Excuses: Busting Hiring Myths in Construction with Josh Nieves
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige talks with Josh Nieves, a master electrician turned regional workforce development manager at Miller Electric Company. He shares ...
30. The One Thing Missing from Your Handoff Meetings That Drives Project Success
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses the critical yet often overlooked element that can significantly enhance the success of handoff meetings and overall p...
29. From Apprentice to Powerhouse: Karl Jefferson’s Ironclad Success Story
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge interviews Karl Jefferson, the founder and president of Kadilex Construction. Karl shares his journey from joining an ironworker...
28. Building Trust: Giving Feedback Without Micromanaging
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses the crucial balance between providing effective feedback and avoiding micromanagement. She emphasizes the importance o...
27. Dignity, Spirit, and Legacy in Construction: Wisdom Lessons from Herb Sargent
In this episode, host Samantha C. Prestige interviews Herb Sargent, CEO of Sargent Corporation. With a rich history and nearly a century-long legacy, Herb shares his j...
26. Come to Me with Solutions, Not Problems
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses why the common managerial phrase 'Come to me with solutions, not problems' can often lead to frustration both for mana...
25. Trailblazing Tactics: 5 Leadership Lessons from Hell’s Kitchen for Building Stronger Teams
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge shares insights from the show Hell's Kitchen that can be applied to building and managing successful teams. Lessons include the ...
24. From Family Legacy to Leadership Mastery: How Lindsey Fortunato Champions Culture and Strategy
In this episode, host Samantha C. Prestige talks with Lindsay Fortunato, CEO of Fortunato Construction Group. Lindsay shares her journey growing up in a construction e...
23. Trailblazing Tactics: Simplifying Success by Cutting Through The BS
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses the common tendency of businesses to overcomplicate processes. She emphasizes the importance of simplicity in operatio...
22. Bridging the Gap: Building a Stronger Connection Between PMs and Accounting with Josh Luebker
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige talks to Josh Luebker, a fractional CFO and COO, about bridging the gap between project management and accounting in the construc...
21. Why I Didn't Get Promoted
In this episode, host Samantha C. Prestidge shares her personal story of being passed up for a management position early in her career. She discusses three key reasons...
20. Becoming The Easy Button: Problem Prevention And Customer Centricity with Craig Montz
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige speaks with Craig Montz, the Industrial Special Projects Business Group Leader for the Iowa region at Myron Construction. With ov...
19. Trailblazing Tactics: How Vague Job Descriptions Sabotage Teams
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses the importance of clear job descriptions in the hiring process. She delves into common pitfalls of vague job descripti...
18. Beyond the Ladder: Finding Passion Through Lateral Career Growth with Kerri Smith
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Kerri Smith, a driving force at Baker Construction, to discuss the importance of investing in employees and embedd...
17. Trailblazing Tactics: Finding Your Footing from Buddy To Boss
In this episode, host Samantha C. Prestidge discusses the challenges and strategies for transitioning from being a team member to a team leader. She shares personal an...
16. Shifting Big Egos into Big Leaders: Building Collaborative Teams with Bill Radobenko
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige interviews Bill Radobenko, the president of ACI Northwest, to discuss building collaborative teams, turning big personalities in...
15. Trailblazing Tactics: Hiring Smart - When to Train and When to Bring in Experts
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge dives into the critical decision-making behind hiring based on soft skills versus technical skills in the construction industry....
14. Staying Local, Staying Loyal: How one company attracts and retains top talent with Jose Amaya
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge speaks with Jose Amaya, Chief Business Development Officer at Pinkard Construction. They discuss the importance of work-life bal...
13. Trailblazing Tactics: Breaking Down Silos
In this episode, Samantha talks about the concept of silos within businesses and how they create divisions, inefficiencies, and frustrations. She elaborates on identif...
12. From Necessary Evils to Strategic Wins: Contracts with Megan Shapiro
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge interviews Megan Sharpio, a legal expert specializing in construction contracts. They delve into the often-overlooked potential ...
