Building With Conviction: Faith-Driven Leadership in Construction with Adam Swain
In this episode of Construction Trailblazers, host Samantha C Prestige discusses faith-driven leadership with Adam Swain, founder of 6 33 Group, a civil construction company in Colorado. Adam shares his journey from discovering his faith in college to creating a people-first business rooted in care, integrity, and faith. They explore the challenges of leading with conviction in the tough construction industry, balancing mission with profitability, and the importance of community and support in preventing burnout. Adam's story emphasizes caring for employees, building a respectful culture, and integrating faith into leadership.
00:00 Introduction to Construction Trailblazers
00:25 Meet Adam Swain: Founder of 6 33 Group
01:07 The Journey to a People-First Business
03:14 Faith-Driven Leadership in Construction
04:12 Challenges and Surprises in Running a Business
05:34 Building Personal Connections with Employees
07:56 Balancing Faith and Professionalism
10:54 Creating a Supportive Work Environment
14:30 Navigating Industry Challenges and Burnout
18:19 The Importance of Gratitude and Community
20:01 The Story Behind 6 33 Construction
21:34 Balancing Purpose and Profit
24:26 Advice for Aspiring People-First Leaders
27:41 Concluding Thoughts on Faith and Leadership
