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Support Boss Rush on Patreon! This week on The Boss Rush Podcast, Stephanie, LeRon, and Corey are joined by voice and motion capture actor Nick Apostolides, famous for his role as Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil's 2 and 4 REmakes as well as Infinite Darkness, to discuss his career in acting, stunt acting, motion capture, and his major fandom of the series. Follow Nick Apostolides: Twitter Instagram Website Linktree Time Stamps: 0:00 - Welcome to the Pre-Show 4:17 - Favorite Piece of Video Game Trivia 17:30 - Welcome to the Boss Rush Podcast 28:35 - Housekeeping 33:25 - What We've Been Playing 33:41 - Jacob's Games 42:39 - LeRon's Games 46:33 - Corey's Games 47:50 - A 3D Zelda Conversation 56:31 - Patreon Producers 56:59 - Banter of the Week: Dormant Franchises 1:08:51 - Community Write-ins 1:11:20 - Events and Conferences 1:19:44 - S-Tier Consoles 1:25:26 - Thanks for Watching Check out: Discord: https://discord.gg/UzgESUtN8z Website: https://bossrush.net/ Store: http://tee.pub/lic/bossrushnetwork Follow Us: Boss Rush Network: https://x.com/BossRushNetwork Corey Dirrig: https://x.com/iamCoreyinHD LeRon Dawkins: https://x.com/Exodus803 Stephanie Klimov: https://x.com/klimov_author Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast, the flagship podcast of Boss Rush Media and The Boss Rush Network. If you enjoyed this discussion, consider leaving us a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're watching the video on YouTube, hit the Subscribe button and Like the video. You can support the Boss Rush Family of Podcasts on the Boss Rush Network Patreon. As always, your listenership and viewership is enough for us. It means more than you realize. Thank you for supporting The Boss Rush Network‘s independent endeavor.
Support Boss Rush on Patreon! This week on The Boss Rush Podcast, Corey and LeRon are joined by Trivia Master and fellow podcaster Jacob McCourt to discuss Ocarina of Time's influence of Zelda, video game trivia, dormant video game franchises, and more. Follow Jacob: X/Twitter: https://x.com/jacobmccourt Crossplay Conversations: https://x.com/CrossplayConvos Left Behind Bookclub: https://x.com/LeftBehindClub Time Stamps: 0:00 - Welcome to the Pre-Show 4:17 - Favorite Piece of Video Game Trivia 17:30 - Welcome to the Boss Rush Podcast 28:35 - Housekeeping 33:25 - What We've Been Playing 33:41 - Jacob's Games 42:39 - LeRon's Games 46:33 - Corey's Games 47:50 - A 3D Zelda Conversation 56:31 - Patreon Producers 56:59 - Banter of the Week: Dormant Franchises 1:08:51 - Community Write-ins 1:11:20 - Events and Conferences 1:19:44 - S-Tier Consoles 1:25:26 - Thanks for Watching Check out: Discord: https://discord.gg/UzgESUtN8z Website: https://bossrush.net/ Store: http://tee.pub/lic/bossrushnetwork Follow Us: Boss Rush Network: https://x.com/BossRushNetwork Corey Dirrig: https://x.com/iamCoreyinHD LeRon Dawkins: https://x.com/Exodus803 Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast, the flagship podcast of Boss Rush Media and The Boss Rush Network. If you enjoyed this discussion, consider leaving us a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're watching the video on YouTube, hit the Subscribe button and Like the video. You can support the Boss Rush Family of Podcasts on the Boss Rush Network Patreon. As always, your listenership and viewership is enough for us. It means more than you realize. Thank you for supporting The Boss Rush Network‘s independent endeavor.
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Today I'm speaking with Buttnski founder Kelly Mazanti. After leaving her corporate life in 2017, Kelly founded a brand design & strategy company, Pier Collective, which she ran for five years between LA and Breckenridge. She is an alumnus of the CU Boulder Leeds School of Business with a degree in Marketing & Management. She recently had the opportunity to participate as a Capstone partner with the CU Boulder Master's of the Environment program. Facebook Twitter Instagram Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Sign up for my Newsletter HERE I'd love to hear your feedback about the show! You can contact me here: rick@theoutdoorbizpodcast.com Brought to you this week by Thrive Market Show Notes 04:53 Skiing memories shape who I am now. 09:10 Skiing, eighties shorts, parents in Colorado. 09:43 Woman keeps old fleece shorts for warmth. 15:27 Supplier flexibility allowed working with local and overseas. 17:18 Family and friends supported our business launch. 21:47 Learning new things, like dealing with customs. 25:20 Thrilled to partner with smart master's student. 27:44 Using local eco-friendly company for packaging materials. 29:27 Customs issue with sourcing animal products. 32:43 Learning the high cost of building a business. 37:25 Developing product line with local designers, prototypes. 41:18 Exciting event at Arapahoe Basin with free riders. 44:16 More women supporting each other in sports. 46:05 Advice: be prepared and buckle up. 46:45 Favorite Piece of Outdoor Gear: Tire Repair Kit with Bacon and Noss Tire Sealant Favorite Book: Let My People Go Surfing, by Yvon Chouinard; Losing and Finding My Virginity by Richard Branson Thanks for listening, and don't forget to subscribe and spread the word! Learn More You can follow up with Kelly and Buttinski on Instagram and their website Buttnski.com Next Steps If you enjoy interviews devoted to the outdoor industry, find us online at ricksaez.com/listen. We love likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, go ahead and share our site with them, too. And be sure to Subscribe to our newsletter Keywords #small business, #retail partnerships, #local brand, #online sales, #brand awareness, #bootstrapping, ski resorts, #women's products, #winter sports, #summer activities, #outdoor industry, #sustainable materials, #local manufacturers, #eco-friendly Podcast produced using Descript, CastMagic Podcast hosted by Libsyn use code 'outdoorbizpod' for 20% OFF Show Notes powered by Castmagic Website powered by Wordpress Note: As an Affiliate of Amazon and others, I earn from qualifying purchases.
"What is your favorite piece of content you've ever created for a client, and how did it help tell their brand story in a unique and memorable way?" This video is not just a reveal of their favorite projects but an insight into the creative process that drives impactful branding. In this video, you'll learn: The significance of creating a relatable brand ambassador for corporate clients. How storytelling bridges the gap between product and consumer. The importance of simplicity and directness in conveying a brand's message. The transformative power of video content in the post-COVID era for nonprofit organizations. Strategies for using short-form content to engage and convert audiences on social media. Max and Bernie's journey through these projects highlights not only their creativity but also their passion for storytelling that resonates. Dive into their world of creative storytelling and discover how simplicity and relatability can elevate a brand's narrative. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights into the art of content creation. Let's keep creating stories that matter!
Today, I'm talking with endurance athlete Nadia Ruiz. I met Nadia at The Running Event in Austin last year. Nadia is a personal coach, the youngest female to finish 100 marathons, and has completed over 650 races around the globe. We talk about her love for running, the various events she has run, her coaching activities, and more. Facebook Twitter Instagram Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Sign up for my Newsletter HERE I'd love to hear your feedback about the show! You can contact me here: rick@theoutdoorbizpodcast.com 00:00 Inspired by Ironman race, dreamed of participating someday. 03:34 Expensive, equipment-heavy triathlon; initially aimed for marathon. Discovered LA Marathon. 09:17 During the COVID pandemic, to pass the time, I created lists of my top 10 favorite trail marathons, international races, and US marathons. I have participated in over 650 races across the globe in the past 26 years, finding great joy in the people I met, the sights I saw, and the food I enjoyed. The experience of racing frequently has allowed me to connect with others who share the same passion. The first race I ever did holds a special place in my heart, as it made me feel invincible. 13:08 Ecuadorian heritage fuels passion for trail running. 17:05 I fit running into my schedule whenever possible, whether it's during lunch or in the morning or evening. It's not a chore for me, and I've been running for 26 years. 22:19 Success begins with small, consistent steps taken daily. It's important to remember that even the best athletes had to start with that first challenging step. 23:23 Favorite Piece of Running gear: Trekking poles and Micro-spikes 24:09 Favorite Books: Champion Mindset, Running Your First Ultra: Customizable Training Plans for Your First 50K to 100-Mile Race: New Edition with Write-In Training Journal 25:30 I'm open to help, don't hesitate to connect Learn More You can follow up with Nadia here: Links nadiacruiz@yahoo.com Next Steps If you enjoy interviews devoted to the outdoor industry, find us online at ricksaez.com/listen. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, go ahead and share our site with them, too. Keywords #endurancecoaching, #running, #triathlon, #strengthtraining, #mobility, #aging, #recovery, #snowboarding, #swimming, #cycling, #cross-country, #dog-training, #running gear, #outdoor gear, #ultra running, #trail running, #marathon, #Ironman, #LA marathon, #event marketing, #education, #cross training, #triathlons, #Inca Trail marathon, #racing experience, #outdoor industry, #event production Podcast produced using Descript, CastMagic Podcast hosted by Libsyn use code 'outdoorbizpod' for 20% OFF Show Notes powered by Castmagic Website powered by Wordpress Note: As an Affiliate of Amazon and others, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Joanna talked with Brad Laack of Lake Effect Farms in Sheboygan Falls about harvest, road safety, growing beets, conservation practices, technology on the farm and future plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hey everyone, welcome back to The Outdoor Biz podcast and Episode 406. Today, I'm talking with Brian Beckstead, Co-founder of Altra Footwear. After 11 years in the run and outdoor specialty retail space, Brian worked to create Altra Footwear with Golden Harper. He built a sales team as VP of Sales, pioneering the early years of Altra before becoming President. He then worked to finalize and transition of Altra from ICON Health and Fitness to the VF Corporation. Brian currently focuses on Strategic Projects and PR. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys problem-solving and strategizing, usually in the mountains trail running or fly fishing where he says . . . ideas thrive! Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Sign up for my Newsletter HERE. I'd love to hear your feedback about the show! You can contact me here: email: rick@theoutdoorbizpodcast.com Or leave me a message on Speakpipe! Brought to you this week by The Running Event Show Notes [00:02:15] Initially reluctant, Brian joined the track team in junior high and ended up enjoying it. [00:06:20] Brian started working at The Running Store at 16, now in the industry for 25 years. [00:08:26] Two shoe nerds experiment by putting a shoe in a toaster oven and turning it into a flat shoe. we'd always kind of been a little bit In the barefoot movement. we always like to finish our runs doing strides, you know, sprints barefoot on grass [00:10:12] Since we took out the drop in the shoe, we needed a name for this. And so we coined the term somehow it came up with, we coined the term zero drop. That was our, that was our concept. And so that was something that, uh, with the ultra brand we still use to this day is zero drop [19:55:09] I had the CEO of ICON, our ownership group, pulled me in one day and he said, Hey, Brian, you know, we really want to take ultra to the moon. We want you guys to be as big as you possibly can. And he said, we are, uh, we're looking at some investment groups, uh, for Altra. And I was like, what investment groups are you selling us? Like, well, not necessarily. Like we're going to be meeting with some people over the next two weeks. And I ended up meeting with VF a week later, not even knowing that my company was up for sale as founder and president of the president at the time. So it was a bit of a shock. We were not prepared for that acquisition [00:14:29] We all had different roles, but we helped each other in every aspect of the business. Golden focused on research and development, Jeremy on website marketing, and I ran the sell side. Golden and I collaborated on designing shoes and I tested them in trail races. [00:21:38] REI is our biggest account, specializing in Altras. Our focus is on run specialty and full service running stores. We also branch out online but primarily wholesale. [00:24:16] Angel investor Joe Morton and the narrator's father were influential mentors. Morton took a risk and had a positive influence, while the narrator's dad helped in desperate times. [00:29:31] I have a daily meditation practice that brings mental clarity and emotional balance, derived from departing a strict religion. It's the most beneficial part of my routine. Favorite Books: One of my favorites is Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman. It's an absolute gem just in terms of the way the brain works. So I find that those types of things very fascinating. I read all sorts of stuff. I'm just reading one right now, Boliviar of Simon Boliviar, who's just amazing, kind of like George Washington of South America. [00:32:14] Favorite Piece of Outdoor Gear: The Katadyn BeFree 0.6L Water Filter is a convenient way to carry and drink water directly from natural sources like rivers and lakes while fishing or trail running. It is durable, affordable, comes in different sizes, and has an effective filtering system. [00:34:52] Brian is active on social media and, open to feedback, loves the outdoor exercise industry. Follow Brian Instragram Facebook Linkedin Follow Brian Instragram Facebook Linkedin
Greg and Tim have a nice little one one one sit down to answer your questions from over the years. Time Stamp - 00:00:00 - Start 00:02:46 - Housekeeping 00:10:26 - Greg and Tim Holding Down the Fort 00:14:52 - Greg's Box 00:22:19 - Tim's Fitness & Pokemon GO 00:27:12 - Cancer & Birthday Memories 00:42:12 - Weird Things You've Learned from the Internet 00:52:54 - Dinosaurs or Dragons? 00:57:48 - What Commercials are Stuck in Your Head? 01:05:13 - Which Avengers Could Batman Take 1v1? 01:19:33 - Favorite Piece of Clothing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Brandon and Rob flew to New York to meet with the biggest creator to ever do it, Casey Neistat, and talk about retro gaming and emulation. In this interview, Casey talks a bit about growing up with video games and where he thinks gaming is headed. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Earliest Gaming Memory 04:46 Gaming during the Teenage Years 12:23 Gaming Today 17:44 Where is the Gaming Market Headed? 20:19 Favorite Piece of Retro Tech - - -
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In today's episode, Goldenboy and Pinnacle discuss his placement with Chris Brown, creating relaxed studio sessions, putting his beats out there through a beat battle, and his best advice for producers starting out. Producers serious about their craft, if you're looking for FIRE, LIMITED copy samples, look no further: https://zenith.gallery/ Guest: https://www.instagram.com/goldenboy/?hl=en Pinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/ Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Iuuuie1skJOOAtLxg3Ie5?si=27de84daf09d4e37 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3GIP58l Timestamps: 00:00 - Goldenboy Intro 01:23 - Creating Relaxed but Productive Studio Sessions 04:45 - Dealing With Creative Blocks in The Studio 08:27 - Being Timely in Studio Sessions 11:00 - Putting His Beats Out There 13:40 - Moving to L.A After Winning Beat Battle 18:31 - Marketing Background Helping With Music 20:30 - Producing on Chris Brown's Royalty 26:15 - Staying Organized and Keeping A Schedule 28:35 - Dealing With Low Moments 31:00 - Favorite VSTs and Using One Shots 34:52 - Who Do You Go To When You're Feeling Lost 38:50 - Types of People You Don't Want to Work With 41:41 - Favorite Piece of Equipment 45:20 - Top Pieces of Advice for Producers Starting Out 48:30 - Don't Give Up 52:00 - Having Pure Intentions in the Music Industry 53:00 - Pessimism in the Music Industry 59:00 - Learning As Much As You Can From Your Experiences
Host Victor Varnado asked comedian Rae Sanni what her favorite piece of advice is. She said "if you can't fight, don't start no shit." Sidekick Shak Standley retorted with his own version of the advice.Produced by: Rachel Teichman & Rebecca Trent@Sixunseemly#6UQ #SixUnseemlyQuestionshttps://www.facebook.com/sixunseemlyhttps://www.instagram.com/sixunseemly/https://twitter.com/SixUnseemlyhttps://www.instagram.com/raesanni87/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Here's what I know to be true... When you make the decision to be all in with your soul's purpose, your mission, your big (and scary) dream, the Universe will conspire to support you in making it happen in the most profound and unpredictable ways. You have to decide first and make that first move. THEN. Things start to fall into place. This is exactly what happened when I left my corporate career in 2018, said YES to building Fiercely Empowered Mama and committed to the mission of getting naturopathy in as many homes as possible. I had no idea how I was going to do it… alone. But being alone never happened. On the heels of my very last day, I was unexpectedly gifted the most talented human to run with…Rachel Nephew, my first TeamTonya member. And man, did we run. In today's episode, Rachel and I reflect back to the beginning of our journey together. Not in a million years did we see this relationship happening or evolving to where it has… but here we are, four years later. It's been an amazing journey, to say the least. You'll get insider details on how it all began and why we never saw it coming. I hope you find yourself feeling all our good vibes and that this conversation gives you that extra nudge (if you need it) to make that next move toward your dreams. While Rachel is still on the team (yay for me!), she's also in the process of starting her own events business, inspired by her thrill at creating settings where people can come together and revel in the goodness life has to offer. She's passionate about dreaming up and creating all the big and small things that elevate an experience. Want to continue the conversation? Follow this link and request to join my private Facebook group Fiercely Awakening.
Welcome to a brand new weekly segment we're calling "Gear Candy". Each we we'll be bringing you bite-size episodes where we hear about the tools and toys of the trade that our guests couldn't live without. This week we ask former TRP guest Derek Sanders about his favorite piece of Gear Candy. Betcha can't have just one...For additional bonus Gear Candy episodes, exclusive membership perks / merch, or to share your favorite Gear Candy item with us and the TRP community, check out our Patreon here:https://patreon.com/therecordprocess?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator
00:00 - Always Doodled.05:20 - Youtube University.08:04 - Journey to 9mag.10:04 - Inkmaster.10:50 - Hardest Place to Tat a Person.12:30 - Crazy Experiences.16:50 - Favorite Piece.19:20 - Raunchiest Tattoo.26:00 - Famous Canvases.29:30 - Most Time Consuming Piece.33:30 - Rolling Loud.44:00 - Inspiring The Shorties.50:00 - Pat McAfee Gets The Bag.52:00 - Basketball n Shit.63:00 - Drake n Kanye.70:00 - Will Larry Hoover Ever Get Out?81:00 - Is Tory Lanez Going To Jail?84:00 - Outro
Authors Meenal Patel and Grace Lin answer the question Do you have a favorite piece of art that you made? and book review club member Ava reviews Priya Dreams of Marigolds and Masala by Meenal Patel.
Frank Cassidy from Funki Adventures tells us how he got into the Outdoor Adventure Biz, the early days of Funki Adventures, some of the trip destinations they offer. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE brought to you this month by Show Notes Funki Adventures Eastern Sierra REI Rhino Adventure Gear The Adventure Portal Hastings Overland JetBoil Titus Adventure Company hidden San Diego Wild West Tour- use code OD BIZ Wild West Frank's Favorite Piece of Outdoor Gear Telescope Frank's Advice Take your trip, it doesn't matter whether it's with us or somebody else. I don't care if you want to go diving in the ocean or up in a hot air balloon, or there's a trip that you were thinking about. I think what we've all learned from COVID is stuff changes and things can change overnight. So don't delay, get out there, do whatever it is you want to do because you just don't know. Follow up with Frank Funki Adventures frank@funkiadventures.com Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter 04:56 - 05:06 What did Frank call California? 11:07 - 11:13 Overlanding is what? 47:00 - 47:44 Frank's favorite piece of Outdoor Gear
Sparky previews game 4 of Bucks and Suns. Plus, what's your favorite/least favorite piece of Bucks memorabilia?
In this podcast i am doing my blind tag . Name of my favorite piece of technology ? I go into my blind tag and I talk about my favorite piece of technology I use
In this weeks episode George and Bobby asked the listeners to tell us all about the favorite piece of downloadable content .As always you guys got in touch and posed your thoughts on the matter As always they bring you the latest news and opinions for Nintendo , Microsoft and Sony They also take a look in Stingrays boot and offer up this weeks new releases What you been playing - 00:02:22News - 00:08:20Feature - Whats your favorite piece of downloadable content ever - 00:24:16Stingrays boot - 01:01:30What are we hoping to play - 01:10:15
Trish tells us how In rural Thailand the seeds for BikeHike were planted, though she wouldn't realize it until years later. Now, 25 years after BikeHike Adventures' first official trip (in Costa Rica), BikeHike runs tours in more than 30 destinations worldwide…from their office in Vancouver Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes How Trish Got introduced to the Outdoors Sadly, my mother passed away at the age of 46. And she always wanted to travel the world. She always wanted to get out and do things, but she was raising a young family. And before she died, she said to me, Don't make the same mistake I made, go out and see the world now, because you never know what tomorrow holds. So when I turned 20, I decided I'd never been on a plane in my life. I was really shy and just didn't have exposure to anything, but I decided to move on a five-year trip, traveling around the world and my first stop was going to be Vancouver to work EXPO 86. I left for a five-year trip to travel around the world and that wasn't an active trip, but after my five years Traveling all over the world I came back to Toronto and immediately I got a job working for a tour operator who said, Hey, what do you think of going to Costa Rica on guide training? We'll train you on how to be a guide in Costa Rica. And then you can live in Costa Rica for the next two years as a guide. That was the first time I'd ever camped in my entire life. I started getting into rafting and biking and hiking, I thought, Oh my God, this is what I want to do with my life. I love it. Launching Bike Hike Adventures When I came back I said, I want to start my own company. How do I do it? And he put me in touch with somebody who allowed me to work under his umbrella and learn from the ropes of another tour company who took me under his wing. But there was. Yeah, there was a lot to learn and they're still are. Some of the things Trish learned It wasn't marketing, the marketing was something that I had to learn on my own. It was pretty much the operations of the trip. Pretty much I knew how to design, cause I learned that when I was on the ropes. Put it this way, when I was in the field, I learned everything in the field. So this was like learning what happens in the office. The putting the pieces of the puzzle together, getting the sales, getting the money, booking the insurance, booking the flight. Yeah, that's pretty much what he did. So I just worked under that umbrella. And then I actually moved a few years later into a bigger company and under their umbrella for another couple of years. And then that's where I learned a little bit more about more of the business aspect of it from the accounting and the IT, the database. They had a bookkeeper, a management consultant which is great because as a small company, just to be under that umbrella and learn from that. That was just so valuable. Trish's Advice to get into the outdoor adventure business I would say that it was so valuable for me to work for another Adventure travel company before I started because like I said I learned what happened on the ground first. Start working as a guide but then make sure you also get in working in an office so you can see what happens on both sides of the coin. I love adventure travel and I love being out in the world, but it is just a small part of what I do because if I was gone all the time, it would be hard for the business to actually happen. There are so many other elements to it. So be prepared for that. Trish's Favorite Piece of Outdoor Gear Proviz Cycling, Running Outdoor, Lifestle Gear Book Your Trip and Gett $100 OFF Anyone who wants to travel with us up until December 20, 2022, we're offering a hundred dollars off per person, a hundred dollars US. Use the code outdoor biz 100 and we can apply that to your trip. BikeHike Adventures Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Connect with BikeHike Snippets 00:03:31 - 00:04:16 Intro to the Outdoors 00:04:36 - 00:05:20 Inspiration for BikeHike Adventures 00:28:21 - 00:29:10 Advice for Starting an Adventure Business
On this episode we sat down with our friend Nick Pannell who at a young age experience smoking weed which later progressed to pills, Percocet, Mushrooms, Cocaine, to his all time favorite LSD! Starting to take LSD at the age of 17, Nick got hooked on taking 5 tabs a day. Which caused him to miss 73 days of school his first semester of senior year in high school. It wasnt until he went on his last roller coaster ride were he wanted to end it all, that lead to him putting a gun to his head. however, it ended up getting jammed! that is when Nick knew he couldn't keep going like this and realizes he had a second opportunity to life. That is when Nick knew he had to stop. Since then Nick has been sober for 2 years! We all have a story were we go through dark times and get tested but no matter what we are battling through in life there is a light at the end of the tunnel and never give up!! I hope this brings you hope and motivation to never give up on your dreams, life or goals!!! Have a good one!!!
Jeremy Puglisi and his wife Stephanie are publishers and hosts of the RV Atlas podcast and website. Jeremy tells us how they literally stumbled into the RV world, their RV journey's and the terrific resources they deliver on the show, through the website and books they've published. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes The RV Atlas The Idiot's Guide to RV Vacations Roadtrippers the popular travel app Florida RV super show Podcasters Workshop Books- Outdoor Adventure Guides; See You at the Campground; Where Should We Camp Next The Overground Railroad by Candacy Taylor Tradeshow Banner- Is it built to last? Favorite Piece of Gear- North Face Recon Advice- it's a really amazing time to get in the Outdoor Biz. I think that the next four, eight, twelve, twenty years. Are going to be a fascinating time to work in the outdoor space, whether that's the camping industry, the RV industry gear, et cetera, et cetera. Follow up with Jeremy: Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter
One of the most influential outdoor photographers in the industry Scott Markowitz talks about his career, some unique shooting experiences, and tips on how to become an Outdoor Photographer. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes Intro to Outdoors and Photography My stepping stone in, was, as a skier and becoming a professional skier and then moving onto the other side, from one side of the lens to the other, basically. I was a freestyle skier for oh three or four years competing on the pro mogul tour and then skiing in various ski movies and skiing for various photographers in the day. Intro to Photography I always had an interest in it growing up. I remember when I was really young, I had one of those box cameras and always enjoyed just shooting. But I guess my first, SLR cameras probably, I got just out of high school, and I would take photos of friends and just carry a camera with me just as a hobby and, make prints and things like that. That was my first camera. And then my first First real pro camera, I think one summer I decided, I was going to move into this profession a little bit after spending a lot of time in front of the camera, I figured I had a pretty good eye for it. And I thought it would be some fun to try and keep me skiing. So I bought a camera and started shooting and then, spent that a winter kind of half being a pro skier and half being, trying to start to shoot. And, that was kinda how I got into this business. First outdoor commercial shoot Actually, my first outdoor commercial shoot was for one of my ski sponsors for Elan Skis. So at the time, I was skiing competitively for Elan. And I had a small portfolio of images. So I basically went to them and said, Hey, here's some of my photos that I'm shooting myself and they're like, Oh, great. Do you want to shoot something for us? So it was a natural progression because I already had my foot in the door and had good connections in the industry. It was a pretty easy move for me, fortunately, so that was, having like I said, having the connections in the outdoor industry and in the ski industry definitely helped me move up pretty quickly. Advice I think If you're going to get into it, you really have to develop your skills and become an excellent photographer, not just a good photographer or videographer for that matter. I think you have to be really on top of your game, try to develop your own vision. Don't just copy what's out there, think about what it is, why you want to be a photographer, and what it is you want to photograph, and really try to develop your skills to a high level. And try to find a niche that's gonna work for you. Cause it is a challenging business and definitely not getting any less challenging. I would say also, as a photographer, I think it's important to shoot photo and video to have those dual skills, especially if you can develop good editing skills. I think that's important as well. But yeah, if you can have, a good overall package you can offer to a client, that's definitely a bonus. Books I'd say growing up one series. I liked to read was Carlos Casteneda. I always liked his books growing up. And I think that definitely influenced me. One book I heard recently that I thought was really good was Trevor Noah's Born a Crime. It's really good, it was an audiobook and he was reading it. I just enjoy him so it was cool to hear him read it. Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Dakine wind stopper gloves. Someone gave me a pair as a Christmas present and I use them for trail running, mountain biking, I just use them all the time and they've held up really well. F-Stop Deal For the first 20 people who, want to pick up a new F-Stop pack. There's a 20% discount that F-Stop is offering and the way they can do that is contact me directly at my email, which is Scott@scottmarkewitz.com. And then I'll send them a code, which they can use on checkout on the f-stop website. Connect with Scott Website Instagram: @scottmarkewitz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.markewitz.9 Scott@scottmarkewitz.com Snippets 01:15 - 1:44 Intro to Outdoors 25:42 - 25:26 Favorite Books 27:19 - 27:42 Favorite Gear 20:35 - 22:02 Advice
Elizabeth Benton is known as a health and nutrition guru, but to me, she is more of a "mindset guru." She is someone who has dug herself out of being $130,000 in debt, and has lost (and kept off )150 lbs. My audience from the Logical Weight Loss podcast told me I HAD to read her book, Chasing Cupcakes (get it for free on Audible), and once I finished her book, I checked out her Primal Potential podcast and downloaded all of her episodes. I was thrilled when she agreed to come on the show and explain how podcasting has boosted her business. SPONSOR: School of Podcasting Get access to step by step tutorials, a private Facebook group filled with brilliant podcasting minds, and live group coaching and access to me. Join worry-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Join Today Topics With Elizabeth Benton 7:16 How Long Did You Run Your Business Without a Podcast? 8:31 Did you hesitate to start your podcast? 9:11 People have STONG Feelings about Eating Healthy 11:24 How has your podcast impacted your business? 12:53 Because of her podcast ______. 14:01 Have you interviewed your clients on your podcast? 14:32 How do you keep going? 16:29 Favorite Piece of Feedback 17:36 Elizabeth shares about expectations in relationships 20:43 Advice for a new podcaster 22:20 You attract people who are like you. My Favorite Takeaways I want to be challenged because in that I learn. If you don't want to roll an ankle don't play basketball if you don't want people to disagree with you Don't ever say anything out in public. The advantage over email is people can listen to episode four. They can't read your fourth email. If you're having fun, stay in the game. Stay consistent. Don't just do podcasting because podcasting is hot. It's only hot if you're really good at it. Podcast Rewind I appeared on The Brave Files podcast with Heather Vickery talking about some of my biggest fears and how I overcome them. The show features people living courageously. I also appeared on the Business of Podcasting show with Charley Valher. We talked about taking steps to make sure your podcast connects with your audience. Without a connection, you won't be able to monetize your show. Profit From Your Podcast Pre-Order 30:29 Dave's book "Profit from your podcast" is being released 9/28. You can pre-order today. The book contains oroven strategies to turn listeners into a livelihood. I Need Your Thoughts in Interesting 31:48 Right now, I'm obsessed with the word, Interesting. When you hear the word interesting, what comes to your mind? If someone who spoke another language and asked you to explain what Interesting mean, how would you describe it. Feel free to “riff” on your thoughts of interesting, and explain any examples of content you feel is interesting. I need your answer by September 25th, 2020. Go to www.schoolofpodcasting.com/queston Mentioned In This Podcast Elizabeth Benton on the Logical Weight Loss Podcast Elizabeth Benton's Book "Chasing Cupcakes" on Amazon and Audible Elizabeth Benton's website Primal Potential and Podcast Primal Potential Episode on Expectations Question of the Month Start Your Podcast at the School of Podcasting Amazon Music adds Podcasting on YouTube Got podcast questions? Schedule a Coaching Session Today Just want to support the show? Consider becoming a Patron.
In July of last year, 2019 Adam Donahue Business Director over at Dometic and I had a great conversation about Dometic's business and how Overlanding or Vehicle Supported Adventure is growing. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I grew up sailing and was fortunate enough to get a job working in the marketing department of a small roof rack and truck rack company called Track Rack. That company was acquired by Thule, which led me into a path of the core outdoors. I quickly found my way into cycling, surfing, and mountain biking. I really dove sort of head first into the outdoor industry in a more significant way. There wasn't a sport that I wouldn't try at least once and I sort of became obsessed and filled my garage up with gear. Things we talked about Dometic Dometic Ambassadors Thule The Adventure Portal Other Outdoor Activities Surfing and Cycling Advice, tips The key in the Outdoor Industry is it is an incredibly friendly community. I think being a little bit bold and reaching out to people and asking for connections and advice to me is really the easiest, quickest, and most resourceful way of establishing some of that tribal connection. It's a little insular too in that people shift from one company straight to the other. If you're in the Tent category, there are a dozen Tent companies that you can go to. People also tend to spend their careers in the outdoor industry. One, I think they're passionate about it, but two, there's just lots of opportunities for growth. So I would say for people that are interested in it, certainly taking advantage of internship opportunities. Internships are something that we're actually working on at the Dometic, developing something that allows college students to get more involved in our business and provide opportunities for awareness. I would also say going on LinkedIn and finding people who are in this industry and saying, Hey, what can I do? Are there opportunities that I can help with? And obviously there's that sort of tech rep path where you get into an entry-level and sort of work your way in. But for those that don't have those immediate connections, I would say everyone that I know in the outdoor industry will be willing to at least spend 10 minutes offering you some advice and just don't be afraid to reach out. Favorite Books Scrum- The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time by Jeff Sutherland Fingall by Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Surf Pad Connect with Adam adam.donahue@dometic.com Linkedin Please rate and review us HERE Thank you! [DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_PLUS]
Hello Innovators! I am Dustin Miller PolyInnovator. Today we are talking with Mark J Draper the owner of Reviewify, a Tech Tuber, and even licensed electricity supplier! We are here to talk about Technology reviews, entrepreneurship, automation, and overall being a gamer and techie! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:30 What is it like to be a Techtuber? 5:00 Teaching YouTube 6:00 Who owns ALL search? 10:00 YouTube Blueprint by Mark 15:00 Approaching YouTube with a Business Mindset 20:00 Streaming, Vertical Video, and D.tube 25:00 Building on Trends 30:00 Reevaluating the Channel 37:00 Playing within Niches 40:00 Don't be a Slave to Creating Content 41:00 AppsumoAlholic #LTDeals 49:00 Automation and Repurposing 55:00 What started Reviewify? 59:00 The only tool I've stand behind the affiliate link! https://repurpose.io/?aff=6354 01:01:30 Mark's a Generalist? 01:05:00 Mark's Favorite Piece of Tech 01:07:00 VR Escape Rooms 01:13:00 Protecting Your Videos 01:16:45 Nokia Lumia Windows Phones 01:22:00 Incredible Games with Slow Starts #videogames 01:25:00 Life is Strange and Detroit Become Human 01:30:00 What is a Polymath to You? 01:31:00 Convergence of Fields Increasing the Need for Polymaths 01:34:00 Using Google is actually a Skill 01:37:30 The Education System Reacting to Quarantine 01:40:00 The Link of Psychology and Technology 01:44:00 Changing Your Perspective and Helping People 01:52:00 Saying Yes to Opportunities 01:56:00 Cadasio https://www.cadasio.com/ 02:05:00 His Websites 02:11:30 Do Something You Normally Don't Do 02:12:00 SUBSCRIBE! Links: https://www.markjdraper.co.uk/ https://shor.by/markjdraper https://reviewify.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bi8NtMhMKDdnI0E6hi5sg https://www.facebook.com/MarkDraperReviewer/ https://twitter.com/markJdraper https://www.instagram.com/markjdraper/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/markjdraper/ https://app.matchmaker.fm/profiles/guests/e34626d5-9383-4b3c-b860-b5425eed65e8 https://www.cadasio.com
Today Riley asks Apple Crider, Dave Daley, and Travis Huff what their favorite piece of wisdom shared on their podcast is. Apple Crider who is the host of The Top 100 Podcast Young Smart Money. Dave Daley is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker known as The Monster Motivator. Travis Huff is a social media consultant and host of the Be Real Show. Riley hopes you found value in this episode that will propel some aspect of your life. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe wherever you listened along with leaving a review to assist in enabling others to hear this episode. Sign up for CrowdQuestion free and follow The Moore You Know Podcast to ask Riley questions surrounding what was discussed. #PropelWithPodcasting
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When creating a legacy story, you don’t need to spend a lot of time to gain a lot of return. I like to focus on five-minute storytelling. These are pre-written, conversational scripts to share with nursing staff and those who are serving someone in care. They provide a guide and framework to write the story. It’s quick and to the point, but the rewards can be enormous. Use these five-minute storytelling scripts to help caregivers share their memories about your parent, grandparent, or beloved aunt. Sometimes, caregivers have sides to the story that families don’t have full access to, and that can make for a robust legacy. Check out more 5 Minute Storytelling here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/5minutestorytelling/message
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3 Invaluable Lessons from Cliff Wong Construction Managers need to be focused on integration and collaboration from multiple platforms. Evolving technology is not the enemy it’s a tool to be used for efficiency Strong leadership is built on continuous listening and learning, with a foundation in compassion and caring for individuals. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Cliff Wong, the President of PGH Wong Engineering. He has been around construction since his childhood. Cliff shares about his journey from that childhood in his den, working with the family business, to being a leader in the industry for project management. Cliff’s Background and Journey to Becoming President of PGH Wong Engineering (02:29) Growing up in the business, Cliff would work with his Dad and the rest of his family in what he calls the "den of excitement." He observed the engineering and construction business and worked from the ground up, from photocopying to design. Cliff had a number of opportunities to work in a variety of projects for the company. Trends in Construction Management Services (06:45) Contracting and Delivery Strategies Collaboration: Need to be one integrated team Implementation of Technology The Shifting Role and Responsibilities of the CM (09:49) Technology is a tool for efficiency and collaboration Integrating multiple platforms into the "Common Data Environment" Continuing a growing trend of Collaboration Cliff’s Strength as a Leader (17:56) Leading By Example Accessibility to staff Understanding complex issues Sharing vision Sharing strengths and weaknesses Continuing to listen and learn Compassion and Caring The Biggest Thing Cliff Learned Through Listening (19:16) Discussions of resource issues surrounding the industry Seeking ways to be attractive to the next generation of engineers. The goal is to share how rewarding building infrastructure and facilities projects can be. Cliff’s Greatest Career Challenge and Learning Opportunity (20:39) He worked for 3 months on utilizing the wrong design thesis on a rail transit system. Cliff learned that the basis of design is fundamental, the foundational aspects of the design are crucial, experience matters, and humility is key. The Very Best Advice Cliff Has Ever Received (23:40) Don't constrain yourself. We often put ourselves in boxes, but don't totally constrain yourself with assumptions and roadblocks that might not actually be true. Cliff’s Favorite Piece of Technology (24:45) PGH Wong’s Internal Construction Management Software Resources for Listeners Recommended Books: The Triumph of Experience Paperback | Audible Shoe Dog Paperback | Audible | Kindle Recommended Ted Talk: What Makes a Good Life? Contact Cliff By Email On LinkedIn PGH Wong Engineering Website Cliff’s Parting Advice (28:40) Watch and observe traits from great construction managers in the industry. Look out for people that do things that you can't do, so you can build a complete team. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The more people you have helping – the faster you can build your Construction Dream Team. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team! Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify!
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3 Invaluable Lessons from David Hawkins People’s definition of “collaboration” differ which makes collaborating difficult. Having a standard for collaboration helps everyone to be aligned in their expectations. An Exit Strategy is one of the key parts to the collaborative process that often gets left out. Collaborative Working is not for everyone and it is critical to have the buy-in of senior leadership and the partners at the table. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with David Hawkins, the COO for the Institute for Collaborative Working (ICW). He was awarded the International Standards Marker Award in 2017 by the British Standards Institution. This award was given for his outstanding work and inclusive approach to the field of collaborative business relationships. The ICW is the thought leader for collaborative working following the development of the unique CRAFT methodology based on the collective experience of the Institute’s Executive Knowledge Network. As a totally self-financing, multi-tiered membership organization the Institute provides practical guidance from extensive experience gained from working across relationships within the commercial, Government and academic arenas. David’s Background and Journey to the Institute for Collaborative Working (02:27) David started his work with Bechtel in the 60's in commercial and project management. He always had an interest in "what makes” people tick." In the 90's he became part of an organization called Partnership Sourcing which later became ICW. He conducted extensive research into the "failings" of partnership. That led to the development of the "Craft Life-Cycle Model." What is the Institute for Collaborative Working (04:38) Originally set up in 1990 as a UK government initiative. It was designed to promote the concepts of partnering. It is now self-supporting as a not-for-profit membership organization. Membership is from a broad church of industry professions. ICW works with private, corporate and academia sectors. The primary focus is on research knowledge transfer and skills development. The Development of ISO 44001 for Collaboration (07:01) The journey started with CRAFT methodology. Evolved into Pass 11000. Turned into a British Standard in 2010 as BS 11000. Then became International Standard – ISO 44001. The Purpose for Developing the Standard (08:16) Collaboration was a common term, but with no common understanding of meaning. Relationships generally were failing because collaboration was a "buzz-word." Business was becoming more International and more interdependent. The Process of the Collaborative ISO (09:48) There is no quick process. There are 29 different countries involved. An International Committee was formed and mirrored in all of the participating countries. The draft goes through drafting development, critique, voting, approval, to publish. The process was three years long. The Key Areas of Focus for ISO 44001 (11:27) Focus on Relationship Management Establishing appropriate Cultural Visions and Values Collaborative Leadership Competence and Behaviors Developing Trust and Commitment Information and Knowledge Sharing Risk Management Establishing an Exit Strategy The Definition and Example of an Exit Strategy (17:04) Establishing Joint objectives (yours, mine, and ours). Establishing a sound approach to issue resolution (it is not the dispute that is the problem, it is the way it is handled). Consider the Exit Strategy upfront. "When people have clarity of what the roles of disengagement are, you get more effective engagement." Who Do You Envision Using ISO 44001 (25:05) Collaboration is not always the answer. The first four stages of the eight-step model help decide if it's necessary. Encourage people to move away from the hype. Any organization where the desired outcome is predicated by the performance another. Unique Differences Between Teams from Different Countries (31:17) Very few differences Languages Cultures Legal Systems The Importance of Senior Leadership Buy-In (35:09) It's a "No-Brainer." If your chief executive thinks collaboration is a waste of time, you are likely never able to get to a really fulfilling collaborative relationship. David’s Greatest Career Challenge and Learning Opportunity (37:58) The worst moment was working for a director who thought the only incentive for people was how much they got paid. "If a financial goal is the only reward, you get a distorted view of the world." The Very Best Advice David Has Ever Received (40:23) If you don't know the answer, don't pretend you do. Whenever your boss got difficult my response was, "look boss, you can only fire me once, is this the right time?" Resources for Listeners Recommended Website: The Institute for Collaborative Working David’s Favorite Piece of Technology (43:58) The “old-fashioned” fountain pen Mobile phone Contact David Contact David on LinkedIn David’s Parting Advice (45:22) Listen, don't talk so much. Most people want to share what they know, and if not, perhaps they aren't the best choice of partner. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The more people you have helping – the faster you can build your Construction Dream Team. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team! Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify!
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3 Invaluable Lessons from Larry Eisenberg Building sustainably is not only environmentally friendly, it's extremely cost-effective. Tapping into new technologies is critical for creating sustainable and net-zero buildings. It's time to stop talking and start doing! Build sustainably and pursue net-zero energy on new and existing buildings. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Larry Eisenberg, who is the Principal at Ovus Partners 360. He has served as the Executive Director of Facilities Planning and Development for the LA Community College District (LACCD). He directed the district's award-winning, $16 Billion Sustainable Building Program. Larry’s Journey Into Sustainability and Starting Ovus Partners 360 (02:26) Growing up in Los Angeles, there were days of just too much smog to go outside. That prompted Larry to think about what he could do about the bad environment. He went to MIT to study city planning, and then to work for the University of Wisconsin system where he got into sustainability. From there, moved to LA, where he worked for a board of trustees that was committed to making the largest green building program in the world. Ultimately, he created Ovus Partners 360 to carry those ideas into the private sector, specifically focused on "net-zero" energy (creating as much energy as you use in a year). Achieving the Sustainability Goal at LACCD (05:07) Larry mandated that architects working on designing the buildings for LACCD be LEED certified Of the 85 buildings built, 20 were LEED Platinum During the projects, LACCD and Larry learned that LEED Platinum building is actually cheaper The rest of the buildings were Gold certified Two buildings were "net-zero" and two complexes were "net-zero" Why/How is Platinum Certification Cheaper? (07:10) Building LEED Platinum calls for certain things that are automatically cheaper (e.g., no drop ceilings, using concrete instead of flooring, etc.) Critical thinking and innovations that lead to cost savings Cost Savings Leading to Lower Maintenance Costs (08:40) Able to improve facilities management Used sophisticated management solutions and software Strategic materials choices to reduce ongoing costs Technology Changes to Improve Sustainability (09:52) Windows that make electricity Rooftop Wind Turbines Lighting Design – DC Electric service throughout buildings Inexpensive Control Systems What’s New in Photovoltaics (11:20) Photovoltaics are becoming more efficient and much cheaper, from $8/watt installation initially to $1.70 today Sustainability is cheaper not just environmentally friendly There are technical advances in installations Advice on Creating and Implementing a Sustainability Strategy (13:10) Understanding it's about economics: sustainability leads to lower operational costs Financing mechanisms available to spread costs over time Net-Zero energy outcomes leading to no bills Payment Mechanisms Available (14:14) Power purchase agreements Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Net-Zero energy outcomes leading to no bills Larry’s Other Sustainability Projects (15:40) Waste Management: Waste-to-Energy using Plasma gasification Net-Zero Energy projects, building projects net zero from the beginning Plastics Recycling What Makes Larry a Successful Leader? (19:08) Supporting innovation and out-of-the-box thinking Surrounding yourself with bright people Communication and Feedback Larry’s Biggest Mistake/Learning Opportunity (21:09) Leaving LACCD and the events that led up to that: a series of LA Times articles that had negative things to say about the program. "The trauma and process were daunting, but the idea that one door closes, another one opens led me to create Ovus Partners 360." The Very Best Advice Larry Has Ever Received (24:11) A statement from the former Governor of Wisconsin, Lee Dreyfus: "The thing you need to realize is that our democracy is governed by the exact reflection of our population." There are bright people and not so bright. You need to deal with people on an equal level the best you can. Larry’s Favorite Piece of Tech (25:54) His laptop Resources for Listeners (26:39) Recommended Reading: MIT Technology Review Magazine May/June 2019 Contact Larry Contact Larry on LinkedIn Larry’s Parting Advice (29:42) It's time to stop talking about sustainability and start doing. We need to make the decision to build sustainably, pursue net-zero energy on new and existing buildings. Just do it! Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team! Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify!
3 Invaluable Lessons from Zig Rubel Curiosity allows you to see the world differently and solve both complex and mundane issues more effectively. We need to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. We have to be willing to take risks and approach the world with a "what's possible attitude. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Zigmund Rubel, the President and CEO of A Design+ Consulting. As an architectural design and consultancy firm, they specialize in data-driven processes focused on planning that integrates the healing, learning, and discovering of buildings. Join us as we dive into the idea of curiosity and integrating a culture of curiosity into teams. Defining Curiosity and Its Importance in our Teams (02:48) Curiosity is the journey to understand "what else is out there" and what could be done differently. It requires developing a unique solution for a need or a problem. Curiosity forces someone to be engaged and committed to a specific outcome. Sometimes curiosity may not yield anything valuable, and that's ok. The benefit is to learn and define your boundaries of what the question should be, and the outcome directs you or the team to become more of a learning-based type of group. A Practical Approach to Curiosity (04:09) Realizing the importance of seeing our surroundings. Having the ability to question whether what we are doing makes sense. Could there possibly be a better way to approach the situation we are in. Building a “Culture of Curiosity” (05:11) Assume that there is a better way of doing something – rejecting the status quo. Curiosity requires us to be uncomfortable with our internal biases and question whether there is something better. Curiosity should more of a bunch of data points you put together to make the best decision going forward. Leaders need patience and forgiveness with their team because a curious team is going to take longer because they aren’t going to use a “tried and true” method. Curiosity is built on mundane things. Examples of Curiosity’s Role in a Project Setting (07:04) Partnering projects: Ultimately making their needs, your needs. Funding Availability: Approaching from a "what's possible" perspective. You need to both, have the drive and the interest to see what is out there, and be willing to change. Education is a responsibility of curiosity – if you have a great idea, you need to get people on board otherwise people are going to just do the same thing they always do. Melding Curiosity and Creativity (12:11) Creativity is more about the investigation and the outcome of a specific task. Creativity requires Curiosity. The key is asking questions about what could be different. The Biggest Barriers to Curiosity (13:26) Our Internal Bias prevents from being curious. The most creative students are kindergartners, because they have no bias. Our own impatience keeps us from fully realizing potential. We must be willing to be incorrect – we need to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. Focusing on the Mundane (16:04) The matrix of urgent, non-urgent, important, not important. We often focus on the “urgent, not important" tasks as opposed to the "important, non-urgent" tasks. We need to focus on addressing the right issues, even when they aren't urgent. Unfortunately, the mundane things tend to cause the most trouble. More About A Design + Consulting (20:22) They are a small design and consulting practice of mostly healthcare architects. We all know there's a better way to do our job, and that's what unites us as a team. They are located in San Francisco and they are considering having more of a presence in China and India (these countries have really challenging project needs and they are more open to curiosity and unique solutions). When consulting, they focus on building the right building and sizing the building. Zig’s Greatest Strengths as a Leader (24:37) Zig’s greatest strength as a leader is his curiosity. He has always felt that there could be a better way of doing things. He likes to get the group’s opinion and buy-in. He engages the team in a manner that they move along, and he knows that sometimes someone on the team is going to point out something that no one had thought of that will change the outcome. Zig’s Greatest Career Challenge (27:03) Starting a new company and finding clients to work with that are willing to be patient with a new company. Curiosity comes with risk. You need to be persistently consistent, and consistently persistent. You need to have your share of resilience with curiosity because you are going to have disappointment. The Very Best Advice Zig Has Ever Gotten (30:12) Be confident. Trust that your assumptions and desires are right. Be confident in your beliefs. Zig’s Favorite Piece of Technology (31:40) His phone: It allows him to do just about anything he needs to do. Resources for Listeners Operational Tool from A Design + Consulting Book Recommendations: “A More Beautiful Question” "Collective Genius: The Art and Practice of Leading Innovation" “Creativity Inc.” Contact Zig Contact Zig by Email Contact Zig on LinkedIn A Design + Consulting Website Zig’s Parting Advice (35:33) You need to wake up feeling uncomfortable and wanting to change the world. If you're curious, you believe something can be better. Email Sue Dyer at sue@constructiondreamteam.com if you are interested in participating in our Construction Scorecard beta-test. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The faster you can build your dream team, the faster you can build your success. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. 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3 Invaluable Lessons from Eric Sanderson Realize how critical how important relationships and partnering are for projects. Understand the unique challenges of the water sector and how partnering can help in that process. The importance of listening to understand, as opposed to listening to reply. Focus on solving the problem. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Eric Sanderson, the Founder and President of Red Rocks Advisors, LLC. They provide consulting and facilitation services in the utility and infrastructure sectors. Eric is an IPI-Certified Master-Level Facilitator and is here to help us learn more about the water sector. Becoming a “Master-Level Facilitator” (02:29) Being around the construction since he was a kid, the journey has been a long one. Eric spent some time in the trades, sub-contracting and learning the dynamics of a job site. Eric went on to get an MBA and joined a construction management consultant firm. He learned to understand the importance of relationships on a project and began to facilitate partnering. He has been working as a Partnering Facilitator in the water sector for ~19 years. Eric’s First Project as a Facilitator (07:32) Upgrades to the City of Atlanta pump stations for wastewater. Some challenging elements around working with 14 sites. Winning a Marvin M. Black Award for "Excellence in Partnering." The Uniqueness of Working in the Water Sector (10:14) The challenge of working with 2 owners: Engineering and Operators – you need internal alignment. Permit requirements and compliance are extremely important (local, state and federal levels). Numerous stakeholders involved from city, county, and state entities. Delivery Systems in the Water Sector (13:19) The traditional model has been Design/Bid/Build, there is a move to Design-Build, and now we are seeing more CMAR projects (Construction Management At Risk). The contractor is working in an operating facility and has to maintain the operations while working on the project. Contractor engagement is critical to have a live cost estimate. Facilitation involved throughout the process. Examples of Interesting Projects (16:44) City of Las Angeles Department of Water and Power: upgrading systems for UV treatment, unique technical equipment. Vale, Colorado: more capacity and location challenges. Advantages to Partnering and Facilitation (19:49) Aligning beyond certain goals. Being great "neighbors" to surrounding communities. Collaborating on owning problems and solutions. Eric’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (20:48) Understanding the perspectives of the individuals involved in a project. Everyone has different goals and aligning the goals around the project is critical. Being able to understand what drives people is crucial in partnering on projects. Eric’s Most Challenging Project (23:18) New to partnering and lacked the confidence for control. A substantial project with "heavyweight" contractors. Admitting mistakes and learning to overcome your own fears. Greatest Advice Eric Has Received (27:30) The idea of "don't take it personally." You are going to offer things and people are going to choose to follow or not. You can't take personally whether someone chooses to implement. Eric’s Favorite Piece of Technology (30:28) Phone and travel apps specifically. Recently upgraded to Microsoft Surface Pro. Able to carry it and pretty much nothing else. Resources for Listeners Audible for Audiobooks: specifically business and history Contact Eric Contact Eric on LinkedIn Eric’s Parting Advice (35:56) Definitely check out the Water Design-Build Council. It advocates for collaborative delivery processes in the water sector. Listen to understand, not to reply. Listen to solve, not defend. Solve the problem and the dispute will go away. Visit the ConstructionDreamTeam.com/resources page to see all of our guests’ recommended books, websites, etc. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The faster you can build your dream team, the faster you can build your success. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify!
3 Invaluable Lessons from Reese Tisdale Water has an impact on every aspect of our lives, so researching this incredible resource is critical. Water market regulation has been soft, but it is changing. Forecasts show, over the next 15 years, it will cost upwards of $15B for water infrastructure repairs and rehabilitation. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Reese Tisdale, the President of Blue Field Research. Reese is an expert on water and its effect on the market and the world around. He shares the politics of how development occurs and water's role in project development. Reese's Water Journey (01:53) Blue Field Research was founded in 2012. They started the company with the realization that water touches all aspects of our lives from business to personal. They do market research on water for supply companies, investors, and regulators who need more information and insight into what's happening in the water space. Defining the Water Market (03:58) The water market incorporates all aspects of water (water, wastewater, and stormwater) from supply to discharge. We look at the water market Globally (outside the US), in the US/North America, and Industrial vs. Municipal. When starting the company, we thought most of the work would be outside the US but they were wrong. Demand in the US: There are 75,000 water/wastewater systems in the US and over 3 million miles of pipe in the ground. The Trends in Helping with Infrastructure (06:33) Systems are old and mapping isn't good -but companies are getting better at that. Forecasts show, over the next 15 years, it will cost upwards of $15 billion for repairs and rehabilitation. The key is rehabilitating more efficiently utilizing technologies in place. Using different material types will help in building and re-building. Focusing on workforce management: the aging of the baby boomers, etc. Meaningful Predictability of Resources (09:43) Utilizing Artificial Intelligence to make the workforce smarter so they can do other things. The simple need for remote monitoring. What the Research is Showing (12:30) We are starting to see emerging contaminants (algae blooms, etc.). Impacts on the daily water supply, such as drought. Utilities are trying to understand what's real and what's not. The Most Insightful Research Bluefield Research Has Done To Date (16:06) Water market regulation has been soft, but it's changing. States are regulating the water market, not the Federal government. What Bluefield Research Does (19:45) Help companies understand the market landscape (challenges in the market, opportunities to provide treatment or management). Provide off the shelf reports, annuals, inside agreements with clients or bespoke research for clients. The Difference in the “Water Side” of the Water Market (23:00) They must have enough capacity for new development. The role of industry and commercial business are treating their own water and becoming more self-sufficient. Water rates rose 3.5% last year. Their focus is on how to "reign in" the expenditures of water procurement and discharge. Utilities need to see the trends so they are acting, not reacting. The Most Difficult Aspects of Water Research (26:23) Being true to the data that's collected. Staying true to our research methodology. Clients challenging results based on their own perspective. The Very Best Advice Reese Has Ever Gotten (29:42) Look at other companies not from where they are, but from where they started, and measure yourself in the same way. Reese’s Favorite Piece of Technology (31:21) The Podcast app in his phone. There’s so much to learn, but some of it is just “waves on the ocean” as well. Resources for Listeners (32:21) Book Recommendation: Cadillac Desert by Marc Reisner Contact Reese (33:20) Contact Reese on LinkedIn Blue Field Research Website Reese’s Parting Advice (34:16) Truly think about the cost of the glass of water in your hand and all the assets that go into it. Realize how much of an impact water has on our lives. Check out our Construction Dream Team LinkedIn Group! Visit the ConstructionDreamTeam.com/resources page to see all of our guests’ recommended books, websites, etc. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4am PST. Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify!
3 Invaluable Lessons from Gregory Grabowski Without collaboration, you can have a perfect environment and circumstances and still fail. A team can do amazing things if they are high-performing and self-correcting with a culture of trust. Ask, “What can I do better?” The answer you receive will be the most important thing – do that thing. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Gregory Grabowski about Partnering in other countries. About Guest Gregory Grabowski (1:00) Gregory Grabowski is the President of GCC & Associates LLC and has gone from being a contractor to a professional partnering facilitator. A lot of Greg’s journey has been on very large projects outside of the United States. GCC provides project controls and partnering consulting services. Greg’s Journey to Becoming a Professional Partnering Facilitator (2:28) Greg started his career in the U.S. Navy and picked up mechanical engineering licenses and a general contractor license Greg has done projects on every continent except Europe and Antarctica Greg helps teams find the sweet spot for themselves in communication and collaboration Greg’s Career Working as an Overseas Project Executive (4:55) If you have great funding and a great environment and jurisdiction and community, but the wrong team, you can pull defeat out of the jaws of victory It’s also possible to have a restrictive and difficult environment and with the right team, culture, and local support, you can have success The biggest lesson Greg learned was to nurture the culture and the team wherever they’re at and nurture the team within the context of the culture How Greg Became an Internal Partnering Facilitator (8:50) Greg’s initial job was to go places and replace someone who not producing results, but he didn’t like it. He asked if he could go and turn around teams and projects instead. After many successes, he became known as the internal partnering facilitator. What is the Difference Between Being Third-Party Neutral and an Inside Facilitator? (11:50) It comes down to perceived bias It’s most ideal to use a third-party facilitator who is truly neutral You can still do good work internally but it’s easier with external What Greg Wishes Most Project Managers Would Do That They Don’t Do (13:45) Build a professional and personal rapport with the key stakeholders and contractors. You need to know one or two things that keep a client up at night. There are unwritten requirements that are in every single contract. Bring all of the Stakeholders into a room (Owner, Prime Contractor, Prime Sub-Contractors, Major Sub-Contractors, and the end users) with some coffee and ask, “What is the most important thing for you?” Greg’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (15:35) Building a high-performing, cohesive, self-correcting team that has trust and collaboration built into the fiber The ability to help the team find its own sweet spot Assess a team, talk to them, help them to find collaboration, and then nurture them He provides the team with a safe place to have open, confidential communication and helps them deal with friction points before they become issues Greg’s Worst Moment of His Career (17:15) He was an internal facilitator in a challenging area overseas. Greg came in after the kickoff when there had already been some issues with the client. There was a little traction on schedule and materials, then a hurricane came and flooded the job site. As a facilitator, Greg was unable to bring down the walls of anxiety between some strong personalities. He was unable to be seen as a neutral facilitator. The Very Best Advice Greg Has Ever Gotten (19:53) Thor Erikson, a Navy SEAL, told Greg - take care of the team and the team will take care of the mission. A team needs to say what needs to be said without anxiety. A good team can take care of a challenging project and still have fun as they rise to the challenge. Greg’s Favorite Piece of Technology (21:07) Zoom’s ability to reconcile time zones and to do video teleconferencing on a mobile device. He can see the job site and do things face to face overseas. Resources for Listeners Book Recommendation: Make Your Bed by William McRaven Contact Greg Contact Greg on his http://www.grabowskicc.com/ Call Greg at 949-636-0461 Greg’s Parting Advice (25:17 Understand the five greatest words of any relationship: What can I do better? When people say this to one another and then listen to the response. Whatever that person says, that’s the most important thing. Construction Nation, ask that question and tell us how things go on LinkedIn. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please subscribe to Construction Dream Team for the latest episodes on our website, iTunes or Stitcher! We would LOVE a 5-star rating to help us show up in the search engines so more of Construction Nation can listen to industry leaders and experts on their computers, phones, or tablets!
3 Invaluable Lessons from Tracy Thomas Hands-on training is how you get projects overseas to run smoothly. It’s important to discover and capitalize on shared values. As a leader, what you say in a meeting people will take action on, so curate what you say. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Tracy Thomas about project management overseas and in challenging environments. Tracy talks about how her leadership style has changed and how she’s championing partnering in her overseas work. About Guest Sean Tracy Thomas (1:35) Tracy Thomas is the Director of Construction Operations for the U.S. State Department Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO). Tracy is a career member of the Senior Foreign Services of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Overseas Building Operations where she currently directs the construction operations for all new U.S. Embassy and consulate projects worldwide. Tracy is also championing the OBO Partnering Program which is currently in the pilot process. Tracy’s Journey to Becoming the Director of Construction Operations for the U.S State Department OBO (3:02) Tracy joined OBO as a foreign service construction engineer 16 years ago. She started on a project in West Africa as the Deputy Project Director under a very seasoned project director. It was a natural progression for her to lead projects worldwide. They have $20B dollars in projects all over the globe. About the State Department’s OBO Office (4:12) OBO is the real property manager for all U.S. diplomatic facilities around the world. They manage a portfolio of properties in nearly 300 locations valued at over $80B. Most projects are done by American contractors. They find American talent and then source local talent from other countries. About the OBO Partnering Program (5:43) They’re getting started setting up a new partnering program which is growing fast. Partnering will help bridge the experience gap in the field offices. OBO has selected two projects to pilot, one in Uganda and one in Moscow, both are similar in size and scope ($100M - $200M and two to three years in duration). They hired a consultant to observe the steps they are taking to develop the Partnering program. They are also developing Best Practices to facilitate solutions to security challenges, logistics, commissioning, etc. How OBO Selects a Contractor (10:56) The pool comes from contractors who want to have a presence in worldwide construction and who share the mission to do diplomacy worldwide. The work is governed by federal contracting and comes from a different bureau than OBO. They plan their projects according to a list of priority missions overseas, funding, and real estate. The prequalification is the limiting factor. Some of the Key Challenges Faced Leading Projects Overseas (13:17) They build state of the art facilities to U.S. codes under rigorous security standards in remote locations or austere environments. They use local labor that may not be aware of U.S. codes or standards. They do the work within a diplomatic context and a difficult business climate. The U.S. contractors hire local labor and train them to do the work. How Tracy Envisions the Partnering Program Helping Overall with the Mission (16:10) It’s their opportunity to foster trust in a structured environment with inexperienced team members. When construction is booming in the U.S. there’s less skilled labor that wants to go overseas, so to have a structure of trust is one of the primary benefits of Partnering. The risk to the work is an order of magnitude higher for contractors. The cost of delay is too high, you need solutions right away. What Else Has Been Built into the Partnering Program (19:50) Setting up communication protocols. Identifying key indicators and surveying on a monthly basis. It will be led by an IPI facilitator. Tracy’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (20:25) Pulling the team together. It’s important to discover and capitalize on shared values. Tracy got her team together and asked them what their values were. A key to empowering teams is making sure everyone understands their authority and the basis of their authority. The Biggest Challenge Tracy Has Ever Faced (24:20) She was working in Yemen during the Arab Spring uprising. She didn’t feel like she had the full support of her team in Washington. She had missed some cultural cues and made some missteps. She had to do a reset on her leadership style and teamwork approach. Resources for Listeners Recommended Book: The Art of Possibility by Benjamin Zander The Best Advice Tracy Has Ever Gotten (28:51) Be careful what you highlight as a leader in meetings, you could wear people out with action. Measure what you say in a meeting because, as a leader, people will pay attention to what you say. What is Tracy’s Favorite Piece of Tech (30:03) Her cell phone and software programs that help with data mining to see where potential risks are located. Contact Tracy Email Tracy: thomastj2@state.gov Visit the OBO website Tracy’s Parting Advice (33:14) If something isn’t working, it’s okay to make a change. Processes and standard practices are helpful, but if something isn’t working it’s important to recognize the gap and make an adjustment. We are beta-testing our Project Scorecard between now and September 17th. Any project team who wants to be a part of the beta-test the Scorecard contact Sue@ConstructionDreamTeam.com. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team!
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3 Invaluable Lessons from Kristin Allen A collaborative work environment is key to any project but especially big ones. A good leader leads by example. Meetings with purpose are incredibly important. We need to know what the purpose, objective, action items, and deadlines are for the meeting. For the first time ever, we are offering a beta-test of the Project Scorecard for everyone to use on their project, not just our clients. If you are interested in being a part of this beta test, contact Sue Dyer, suedyer@constructiondreamteam.com. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Kristin Allen about GMP and the importance of collaboration, meetings with purpose, and coming up with a plan. Subscribe to Construction Dream Team About Guest Kristin Allen (1:21) Kristin Allen is a project manager for a $2.4 billion project that is coming close to having its first big milestone. Kristin is the Project Manager for Terminal 1 – Boarding Area B at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The airport will have its first opening of nine gates this summer. The focus of the project is elevating the guest experience while providing a facility that is socially, economically and environmentally sustainable. Kristin’s Journey to Becoming a Project Manager at SFO (3:20) Kristin always had an affinity for math and problem solving Kristin started as a designer and then obtained her professional license and experienced many parts of the airport She has worked at SFO for the last 20 years In 2013 she was asked to work on the Terminal 1 program Kristin’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (7:04) When the SFO project began they knew they’d need to foster and encourage a collaborative environment Interacting with the team and getting to know everyone allows her to set the tone She leads by example How Do They Work on Both Projects, Terminal 1 Center and Boarding Area B, at the Same Time (9:15) Each project has a different Design-Builder The Project Management teams from the two projects integrated into one team Boarding Area B has the majority the boarding areas and Terminal 1 Center has the majority of the terminal but there are so many touchpoints throughout They touch physically, with infrastructure, with schedule, logistics, and site access They have “One Building, One Team” philosophy They use a Big Room where everyone involved on the two projects are co-located There is a Memorandum of Understanding between the two teams regarding the infrastructure needed for their upcoming 9-Gate Opening Problems are being resolved from the field up An Overview of the Two SFO Projects: Terminal 1 Center and Boarding Area B (14:00) Overview The two projects cover about 1.2 million sq. ft. There are a robust variety of retail, and food and beverage offerings There is a brand new baggage handling system that’s containerized and more efficient There are consolidated checkpoints Very sustainable practices and uses about ⅓ of the power of a traditional build of its size How Kristin Successfully Negotiated the GMP for Both Projects (16:14) They have a progressive GMP program in San Francisco and typically start the process when they’re around 90% bought out. The most important thing they did at the beginning was to come up with a plan. They knew what they wanted to accomplish week over week and there were things they weren’t in alignment on at the end so they sat together in the room, they were empowered to make decisions and they hammered it out. How to Figure Out the Budget and Contingencies (21:00) Look at history and what has happened along the way Look at other projects and see what they did Look at the history of your own project to predict out for the remaining scope Build a strong relationship with design/build teams Lean on other people’s expertise and understand their knowledge base How the Target Budget Process Helps Get to the GMP (22:43) When they started, they had a “barn raising” with Stakeholders and the Design team to come up with big and crazy ideas. When they left their Programming Phase, they were designing things with a budget that they couldn’t afford. They had a series of budget reconciliation exercises over a year and half and settled on what is and is not in the scope. SFO has created a “below-the-line” list with items they’d like to have in the process that wasn’t vital to it. They prepare for those items, and as they move through the project they check to see if they can fit the item into the budget and move it “above-the-line.” What Can Others Do to Make Sure Their Projects Complete Within Their GMP and What Role Does the Team Play (27:22) You need to make sure you have the proper contingencies and reserves to deal with things when they come up along the way The problems are the project’s problems Create an environment where everyone involved in the project is comfortable sharing their ideas How Do You Create an Integrated Team for This Size of Project With This Complexity (28:46) You have to keep your eyes open to things that are getting out of alignment You have to take a step back and make sure everyone is on the same page The best part about a team is that you work to put things back together as a group They couldn’t successfully complete the project without Collaborative Structured Partnering A Big Challenge Kristin Has Had and How She Overcame (32:55) Kristin was asked to help with a runway closure and compliance project, she felt she was taking a step backward. It ended up being the most partnering-intensive project with 24-hour construction for the entire summer. It was an amazing experience. Things you think are bad in your life sometimes turn out to be good. The Very Best Advice Kristin Has Ever Gotten (36:30) Surround yourself with people who know more about specific things than you do. There is no one single person that knows everything and you have to allow others around you to provide a framework for success. Kristin’s Favorite Piece of Tech (38:09) Bluebeam A Microsoft Surface Tablet Resources for Listeners (39:50) Recommended Application: Flipboard Contact Kristin Reach out to Sue Dyer to get a hold of Kristin at Sue@ConstructionDreamTeam.com Kristin’s Parting Advice for Construction Nation (41:10) Meetings with purpose are incredibly important. We need to know what the purpose, objective, action items, and deadlines are for the meeting and that’s critically important for GMP as well. The person who facilitates the meeting shouldn’t be the same person who’s trying to get the answers. Action items are the most important thing. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Find all of the resources that have been recommended by our guests on our website on the Resources page, https://constructiondreamteam.com/resources/ Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team!
Fun conversation with Michael Dalzell from SAXX today. We talk about his outdoor exploits, how SAXX has hit the ground running in the Men's performance underwear category and his daughter drops in to say hi . . . Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I'm a skier and sort of came into it through the skiing angle. I grew up in Eastern Canada. I live close to a ski hill and used to ride my bike there after school every day and then came up through the competitive skiing world. That flourished into me becoming a passionate outdoor enthusiast. You know, mountain biking, skiing, hiking, climbing, wind surfing. Outdoors has been a huge part of my life since I was 10 years old. I purposely turned it into a career. I made intentional choices in terms of my job to pursue that. Things we talked about SAXX Trent Kitsch Ballpark Pouch Hap Klopp Episode Sponsor Tribe Alpha Advice A big piece of advice that I give people is follow your passions and do what you love to do. When you do that, others successes will come. Do what you're passionate about and don't chase the money, chase what's making you happy and other things will come. Other Outdoor Activities Ski, mountain bike, trail run Favorite Books/Podcasts The first 90 by Michael Watkins How I built this Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Bottle opener Connect with Michael Linkedin Instagram
3 Invaluable Lessons from Sinem Mollaoglu The higher the risk, the higher the frequency of use partnering tools is needed, and the higher the benefit. Collaborative partnering gives you the tools and process to achieve great outcomes. Just do it. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Sinem Mollaoglu about the latest partnering research project she has worked on - ACRP Research on collaborative partnering. About Guest Sinem Mollaoglu (1:49) Sinem Mollaoglu is the Program Director of Construction Management and Associate Professor of the School of Planning, Design, and Construction at Michigan State University. Sinem is LEED accredited and a CGP Designated Professional. She received her Ph.D. from Penn State in Architectural Engineering in 2007 and her dissertation was on high-performance green building delivery. Sinem looks at the technical side and the people side and pulls it all together. Sinem’s Journey to Becoming the Program Director of Construction Management (2:55) She went to school for architecture in Turkey where she was brought up and was amazed by all the construction going on at all times in Istanbul. She began to work for an architectural office doing design/build for historical buildings. She decided to pursue her Master’s in Construction Management. She worked on high-performance, sustainable building for her dissertation and now works on how project teams collaborate and exchange information. About the School of Planning, Design, and Construction at Michigan State (7:15) There are four separately accredited programs in the school: Construction Management, Urban and Regional Planning, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture; in addition to the National Charrette Institute. The Construction Management program has Bachelor’s, Master of Science, and Ph.D. programs. The environment is dynamic and unique and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration. About the ACRP Research Program on Collaborative Partnering (8:25) ACRP was established in 2005 by the FAA. Each year ACRP receives funding from the FAA and the governing board meets and decides on the budget and approved projects. Teams from across the nation put in proposals about how they would attack the research problem and are competitively selected. For the airport, Sinem’s team put in a research bid and became the main two researchers on the team. Some of the Findings from the ACRP Research Project (12:35) The research was a 14-month project and followed a rigorous process. They surveyed close to 100 people in the nation followed by case studies. The findings: Collaborative partnering is suitable for any delivery method. Collaborative partnering is scalable to most project types. Partnering is suitable for any size and type of airports and the payback increases with scale and complexity. There was a reduction in the cost of change orders and costs associated with claims. Projects were delivered ahead of schedule and reduced liquidated damages. They saw improved productivity, and the cost of Partnering was less than .2% of the overall project budget. The higher the risk, the higher the frequency of use partnering tools is needed, and the higher the benefit. About the ACRP Guidebook (17:25) The guidebook has two sections: How to implement collaborative partnering effectively at the project level and Optimizing implementation at an organization. Chapter one talks about collaborative partnering and its benefits and obtaining leadership buy-in. Chapter two talks about the detailed tools of collaborative partnering. Chapter three talks about how to select tools based on the level or risk in projects and how to use them at the right time. Chapter four talks about managing tools effectively to optimize implementation, select the right facilitator, and engage stakeholders. Chapter five talks about assessments for organizations and improving readiness to use collaborative partnering. Other Partnering Research Sinem Has Done (23:05) In 2014 the first research project she did was to look at barriers to partnering the Architectural and Construction industry as an underutilized best-practice. In 2015 they looked at the academic and industry-based literature and combined the lessons learned. In 2017 they did an in-depth case study of a partnered project from the aviation industry showing how communication changes over time in project delivery. Next was the ACRP project. In Spring 2019, one of their project reports came out, Goal Alignment Transactive Memory Systems and Performance in Partnered Projects (there is a positive impact when the collective wisdom of the team is aligned in their goals on both individual and project team performance). The research team is now working on an ongoing report using a large amount of quantitative project data from over 120 partnered projects. Sinem’s Worst Moment (29:20) The first couple of years as a professor are very challenging and feels like a lot of rejection. What Sinem learned is that if you’re really passionate and hard-working you won’t get as caught up in how devastating it is to feel shot down. Listen to feedback and never give up. Sinem’s Greatest Strengths as a Leader (31:55) Resilience and perseverance are important because you have people who look up to you. You have to catalyze everyone’s energy. You also need the ability to connect with people and use their strengths. People bloom if they work in the areas that they’re passionate about. The Best Advice Sinem Has Ever Been Given (34:00) Just do it. Just get started with something and don’t linger around too much. Sinem ‘s Favorite Piece of Tech (35:20) Voice recognition in the Notes section on her cell phone. Resources for Listeners Get the ACRP Partnering Report Find Sinem’s research reports on the International Partnering Institute’s webpage Originals: How Non-Conformists Change the World by Adam Grant Contact Sinem Project Team Website: https://iopt4.msu.edu/ Sinem’s Parting Advice (39:12) In today’s construction, integrated project delivery is a focus. Collaborative partnering gives you the tools and process to achieve great outcomes. Go to pages 1-6 of the guidebook for a list of benefits and tools. We are beta-testing our Project Scorecard between now and September 17th. Any project team who wants to be a part of the beta-test the Scorecard contact Sue@ConstructionDreamTeam.com. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. 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Adam Donahue Business Director over at Dometic and I had a great conversation about Dometic's business and how Overlanding or Vehicle Supported Adventure is growing and providing unique retail opportunities for Outdoor retailers. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I grew up sailing and was fortunate enough to get a job working in the marketing department of a small roof rack and truck rack company called Track Rack. That company was acquired by Thule, which led me into a path of the core outdoors. I quickly found my way into cycling, surfing and mountain biking. I really dove sort of head first into the outdoor industry in a more significant way. There wasn't a sport that I wouldn't try at least once and I sort of became obsessed and filled my garage up with gear. Things we talked about Dometic Dometic Ambassadors Thule The Adventure Portal Other Outdoor Activities Surfing and Cycling Advice, tips The key in the Outdoor Industry is it is an incredibly friendly community. I think being a little bit bold and reaching out to people and asking for connections and advice to me is really the easiest, quickest and most resourceful way of establishing some of that tribal connection. It's a little insular too in that people shift from one company straight the other. If you're in the Tent category, there's a dozen Tent companies that you can go to. People also tend to spend their careers in the outdoor industry. One, I think they're passionate about it, but two, there's just lots of opportunities for growth. So I would say for people that are interested in it, certainly taking advantage of internship opportunities. Internships is something that we're actually working on at the Dometic, developing something that allows college students to get more involved in our business and provide opportunities for awareness. I would also say going on linkedin and finding people who are in this industry and saying, Hey, what can I do? Are there opportunities that I can help with? And obviously there's that sort of tech rep path where you get into an entry level and sort of work your way in. But for those that don't have those immediate connections, I would say everyone that I know in the outdoor industry will be willing to at least spend 10 minutes offering you some advice and just don't be afraid to reach out. Favorite Books Scrum- The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time by Jeff Sutherland Fingall by Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Surf Pad Connect with Adam adam.donahue@dometic.com Linkedin
3 Invaluable Lessons from Jeanne Kuttel Bringing together a strong team is one of the most rewarding things you can do. You need to have a holistic and broader view while also providing details. Keep succession planning in mind and start thinking about who a good candidate could be to take your place one day. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Jeanne Kuttel about The Oroville Dam Project, how to partner on a complex project with a tight deadline, and why succession planning is so important. About Guest Jeanne Kuttel (1:08) Jeanne Kuttel is the Chief of the Division of Engineering for the California Department of Water Resources. Jeanne has a BS and an MS from UC Davis and is a licensed Civil Engineer. She’s been in her current position for the last six years. Jeanne’s Journey to Becoming the Chief of the Division of Engineering for the CA Department of Water Resources (2:15) She started working at the DWR straight out of school She started as a designer doing different types of projects including restoration She became more focused on overall project delivery and building good teams She was selected to lead the Division of Engineering and has about 350 staff that reports to her in a broad spectrum of positions About the CA Department of Water Resources and the Global Outlook (4:40) The department is diverse with a lot of amazing opportunities With water there is generally too much or too little, so the department oversees all water resource functions for the State of California They have one of the largest water projects in the world The department does both drought and flood work About Winning the International Partner Project of the Year Award (8:40) They got significant rainfall in Oroville, CA and the spillway was used They discovered a huge crater in the spillway and they had a short amount of time to fix it Jeanne kicked off a team and brought people from all over to get the spillway functional for the next year They shut the spillway off for the 2017 season and began to demolish it The Executive team partnered every two weeks The teams worked 24/7 and completed the project at 10:00 am on the deadline day In the winter they came up with more plans and in the Spring of 2018, they worked to complete the rest of the projects About Jeanne’s Partnering Steering Committee (16:30) For most of 2017, she was working almost exclusively on running the Oroville program. Prior to that, she was developing plans to start a robust Partnering Program. They started a Steering Committee to better understand the perspective of the industry and change the culture internally. About the CA Department of Water Field Guide (21:00) The Field Guide includes many best practices and how to train staff The Guide helps get the word out to Partnering Facilitators and set a baseline for what is expected for partnering at DWR Having the Guide allows the staff at DWR and the contractor staff all have a consistent Field Guide The Field Guide is always a work in progress and being improved The Role that Partnering Played in the Oroville Spillway Dam Project (24:03) The commitment to partnering goes on the department side, with the contractor, and regulatory agencies. Having everyone be a participating in their partnering meetings allowed the fast-paced project to be a success. Having the Facilitator kept everyone accountable to their commitments. Partnering allowed them to focus on what was in the best interest of the project. What Will Change on Other Projects Based on What Jeanne Has Learned on the Oroville Spillway Project (26:55) Failure is not an option Have robust contingency plans Contingency planning can be applied to nearly every project and partnering meetings are a big part of that The Biggest Challenge Jeanne Has Ever Faced (29:12) The biggest challenge was tied to Oroville because they had such a huge list. Throughout the state of California, there was a lot of other flooding at the same time. Bringing together an amazing team was extremely rewarding. Jeanne’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (32:22) She has a diverse amount of project experience and the people who work for her appreciate that she understands all the facets of the work. She has a sense of compassion for all the challenges that people may face in a project. The Best Advice Jeanne Has Ever Gotten (34:30) Plan for your retirement. Make an investment in yourself so that you have options when the time comes. Jeanne’s Favorite Piece of Tech (36:34) Jeanne uses her cell phone and always has Bluetooth in her car. Resources for Listeners (37:47) Recommended Video: Oroville Dam Spillways Fast Facts Contact Jeanne Connect on LinkedIn Jeanne’s Parting Advice (41:13) Take a long and hard look at succession planning and start recruiting people now. Educate people about what you do and create interest. Figure out who your successor will be and then teach people and mentor them. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Check out Constructiondreamteam.com/Resources to see all of the books, websites, etc. that our guests have recommended. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team! 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3 Invaluable Lessons from Brian Polkinghorn Conflict prevention should be the first line of defense, then conflict resolution. When you’re emotionally drawn into something you’re more personally invested in its success. Know the conflict resolution process: perspective, language, translate, moderator, referee. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Brian Polkinghorn about conflict resolution both domestically and overseas. Brian elaborates on high-stakes conflict resolution in some of the most conflict-driven nations in the world. About Guest Brian Polkinghorn (1:35) Brian Polkinghorn is a Distinguished Professor, Program Director and Department Head of Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution at Salisbury University, and also the Executive Director of the Bosserman Center for Conflict Resolution at Salisbury University. Brian is accomplished at all different types of conflict resolution and works domestically and internationally. Brian works in the areas of the world that have the highest conflict and is still able to create agreements. Brian is involved in state and federal conflict and has done a lot of research in conflict resolution. How the Center at Salisbury Came About and What a Distinguished Professor Is (3:38) A Distinguished Professor is a designation stating you’ve distinguished yourself in contributions to the advancement of skills and knowledge in your field. The Bosserman Center for Conflict Resolution has both a practice and a research side to it. The Center is broken into three teams: workshops, research, and academic. At the Center, people put into practice what they learn and research - it’s a career launcher. Brian’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (13:45) Brian would rather know the person rather than the project. Brian often puts the students first. It doesn’t matter who takes the credit as long as you do good work and get the job done. Some Examples of Projects Brian Has Worked on in Conflict Zones (14:98) South Africa: The transition from apartheid to democracy has not been smooth and simple things are difficult. The humanity of conflict zones is the most important thing. Middle East: The world’s leading people on water and desert research are in the middle east, but they can’t look like they’re collaborating because of the politics. When you’re emotionally drawn into something you will take ownership. How Water Agreements Come to Fruition (23:00) People come from around the world to make water available in the desert. Because water is so essential it’s possible to use it to bring people together. What Brian Has Done in Nepal (26:07) Brian has worked on the peace process in Nepal. Things looked good on paper, but people had different interpretations about what they were supposed to do. It’s taken over eight years for the process to get underway. When you’re working with international organizations, some are state actors and they have to follow the law, some are not, and they can change their mind. You want adversaries to have about the same amount of. Advice to Construction Leaders Who Must Deal with Conflict in Their Teams (33:45) People speak different languages, so collaboration has multiple meanings depending on where you use it. You need to know how to deal with the angry public. You sometimes have to translate from one language to another and people need to think about being a moderator in language and demeanor. When things are really rough make people consider the best-case scenario. Perspective, Language, Translate, Moderator, Referee. How to Better Implement Partnering on Projects (38:19) You need to know that there is a framework for partnering. Be educated in the process. Take what you know works well and then line it up in a formula and make it your own. The Worst Moment Brian Has Ever Faced (40:30) When Brian has worked on a project and someone who should have been at the table and wasn’t, or vice versa. Or, when an agreement was signed prematurely, and he realized quickly a mistake was made. The Best Advice Brian Has Ever Gotten (44:00) Do what makes you happy. When you enjoy it it’s not a job. When you do something you love and are good at, you are legitimately helping people. Brian’s Favorite Piece of Tech Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Contact Brian Visit Conflict-resolution.org Brian’s Parting Advice (47:29) Do no harm, do something non-contractual to make things easier for others. Be the change you wish to see in the world. Be the person your colleagues want to grow old with. Resources for Listeners Recommended Website: Bosserman Center for Conflict Resolution Recommended Book: The Gift of Anger: And Other Lessons from My Grandfather Mahatma Gandhi by Arun Gandhi We are beta-testing our Project Scorecard between now and September 17th. Any project team who wants to be a part of the beta-test the Scorecard contact Sue@ConstructionDreamTeam.com. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team! Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify!
Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors My Mom's side of the family is from the Navajo nation. So my Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles had what we call the summer and a winter camp. But basically they were places that they would move the sheep between during different seasons. So the summer during the summer camp was up in the mountains where it was I would say about 9,000 feet, a lot cooler and with a lot more grass. Then they moved down into the valleys in the winter time in the fall. We would often go between those two places. So that was in Northeastern Arizona and the Chisca Mountains. I also grew up a good chunk of my life in Lawrence, Kansas. There's not much public land there, but I remember going out to Clinton Lake. Which is a big man made reservoir and there's a few trails and stuff around there. Things we talked about Natives Outdoors Certified B Corporation Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Welcome to Gwichyaa Zhee Other Outdoor Activities Climbing Skiing Advice, tips I'm working in academia right now, but I often see the value in which education can provide and providing the skills ets and necessary tools for folks that want to engage in outdoor stuff. But what I've seen in my experience of education is that that has not been the case in that its not been presented as an option. The sort of pathways in which folks can engage in the outdoor space is not created on the academic side. And that's something I want to engage in. But you know, the prevailing notion within academia that I've been blowing up is, oh, it's just people playing outside. And of course that's an element of it, but then there's the component of the public health connection to land, larger environmental stewardship. The people that spend time outdoors is where environmental stewards come from. So I think looking at what training you can get in repurposing tools that you might get in higher education to serve that, to serve those roles of playing outside. Trying to think of how can these tools be used differently than what I'm being taught to use them for. I think too as the outdoor industry continues to grow and get more sophisticated and larger. There's a greater need for those people with those tools and skills than there was 20 years ago. Favorite Books Dispossessing the wilderness Alpinist magazine Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Bears Ears Healing Shirt Connect with Len Linkedin Instagram
Welcome Construction Nation! Sue Dyer, the host of Construction Dream Team, interviews industry leaders and experts so you can learn about the people side of construction and build your construction dream team based on OPE – Other People’s Experiences. The shortest way to success, is to learn from others who have been there and done that! This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Jim Linthicum from SANDAG about what successful mediation looks like and what it’s like to manage a multi-billion dollar project. 3 Invaluable Lessons from Jim Linthicum Make sure you understand the other guy’s side even if you don’t fully understand your own. Mediation skills are important for anyone who wants to create a culture that breeds success. Really listen to people, don’t think about what you are going to say next. Subscribe to Construction Dream Team The following show notes are a transcription from the Construction Dream Team Podcast episode 24 audio interview between Sue and Jim. Please subscribe to Construction Dream Team for the latest episodes on our website, iTunes or Stitcher! We would LOVE a 5-star rating to help us show up in the search engines so more of Construction Nation can listen to industry leaders and experts on their computers, phones, or tablets! About Guest Jim Linthicum (1:00) Jim Linthicum is the Director of Mobility Management and Project Implementation for SANDAG. He is heading up a $9 billion dollar capital program with many different transportation programs in it and he has been 40 years in the industry this August. Jim worked for 23 years with Caltrans and has now been with SANDAG for 17 years. Jim’s Journey to Becoming the Director of Mobility Management at SANDAG (1:50) It’s been a quick 40 years for Jim. He started at Caltrans working in a construction management position to construction inspector, resident engineer, project manager, and head of construction and now Jim is the head of the capital program at SANDAG. What Has Made Jim an Effective Leader (2:50) Construction management and resident engineer skills prepared him well to be a great leader (3:00) When decisions have to be made quickly and you have to work with people day after day, you learn to develop leadership skills (3:20) When he was young he kept his eyes open and watched a lot of what was going on around him he developed skills that he kept with him his entire career (3:40) How Community Mediation Has Helped Jim (4:30) Construction is fast-paced with thin profit margins, and that causes a lot of conflicts To be able to come in with a mediator background and skills helps make conversations easier The Skills Jim Has Learned and How to Apply Them (5:44) The model of mediation that Jim uses preserves the relationship by making sure the conflict isn’t personalized by each of the parties In mediation, you learn the importance of fully vetting and understanding the other side’s position You do this by spending less time making your own case and more time understanding what the people you’re negotiating with want or need You have to agree on the problem before you can reach a solution What is the value of good will on a project? When you create good will you increase trust Where and How Jim Implements His Skills Within His Own Program (14:15) There are a few layers between Jim and a Resident Engineer, but he is a volunteer mediator on the side. Jim has a good relationship with those he works with and does mediate with them. When you work together, the job is more successful and it’s more fun. Where Someone Might Go to Get Mediation Skills (16:40) Jim went to the National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC), they provide training nationally and internationally and you can find more information on their website com Some states have community-based mediation training, as well as some universities Jim learned mediation in small claims court in San Diego, about 20 years ago About SANDAG and Jim’s Construction Project (19:15) The program is $9 billion and multi-year, both light rail and heavy rail. The project also includes bus rapid transit and freeway projects. About two years ago, SANDAG completed their first Design/Build projects and now SANDAG is doing its first CM/GC (or CM at Risk) job. The vast majority of projects are low bid, but the majority of dollars are alternative procurement. About Jim’s $2.2 Billion Light Rail Project (21:58) The project is the biggest transportation project ever done in San Diego done and the first project SANDAG has done as CM/GC The job is going smoothly and it’s the highest performing team Jim’s ever been associated with The job is halfway done, on a typical day there are about 600 workers on that job (an 11-mile long project) They just celebrated and they just had a “topping out ceremony” with the last pre-cast girder (out of 144) that got set at 2:00 am What’s Making Jim’s Light Rail Project So Successful (23:57) They brought the contractor on board for preconstruction services about a year and a half ahead of time. They brought in experts and had joint training sessions with the contractor. They had day-long classes such as CM/GC 101 and CM/GC 202. They set a minimum profit margin at 5% and had regular sessions with the team executives to ensure their buy-in. They sent their staff to a few transit agencies that had done CM/GC successfully to talk to their counterparts to get best practices and make connections. The Biggest Challenge Jim’s Faced in His Career (29:45) The job was to retrofit a freeway-to-freeway interchange and viaduct for earthquakes. About halfway through the project having completed ~80,000 rebar welds which were all encased in concrete, and then they found out that their rebar welds were not sufficient. They had to start over; blast out all of the concrete, take off all of the rebar and re-weld them. The FBI, the state Department of Transportation, and the Federal Department of Transportation Inspector General all got involved. This ended in a multi-million-dollar dispute. The Best Advice Jim Has Gotten (35:50) Be as flexible as possible and as nimble with your resources and your processes as you can. Take advantage of the talent of the team (the resources) and set up processes that suit the project. If you have a good history with the contractors, engineers and/or project managers you can do things concurrently on a construction project and you will be nimbler. You will improve the project and your relationships. How to Develop Your Leadership Style (38:30) Observe what leaders do and don’t do that you find particularly effective, take notes and see if it fits into your style – it’s important for something to fit within your personality and style Watch what people do that is not effective and figure out why Resources for our Listeners (39:51) Read the Partner Your Project Book by Sue Dyer Check Out Leadership is an Art by Max Depree Jim’s Favorite Piece of Tech (41:20) The Headspace app for meditation and mindfulness. And drones – drones are the best thing to happen for a construction site ever, because you can see up and around jobs almost in real time. Contact Jim on LinkedIn Jim’s Parting Advice for Construction Nation (43:44) Really listen to people. Don’t think about what you’re going to say next. Practice active listening. Let people know that you understand what they’re saying. Construction Nation, Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. If you go to ConstructionDreamTeam.com/Resources, you will find every guest’s favorite resources – truly the collective wisdom of all of our guests at your fingertips. Check it out! And if you aren’t already a member of Audible, click the link and you will get a free book. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. 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3 Invaluable Lessons from Kent DeRusha Trust and communication matter, but listening with empathy is most important. Vision is generally not fully formed at the start of a project, it takes time and buy in. Adversity will affect your team, but if dealt with well, will make your team stronger. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Kent DeRusha about the importance of branding, why you should stand for something, and how to gain and retain the trust and business of your clients even when a project goes wrong. Subscribe to Construction Dream Team Please subscribe to Construction Dream Team for the latest episodes on our website, iTunes or Stitcher! We would LOVE a 5-star rating to help us show up in the search engines so more of Construction Nation can listen to industry leaders and experts on their computers, phones, or tablets! About Guest Kent DeRusha (1:10) Kent is a Project Director for Austin Commercial, one of the largest and most diversified builders in the United States. Kent shares how he is creating his construction dream team. Kent’s Journey to Becoming Project Director for Austin Commercial (1:54) Kent was the first college graduate in his family (2:05) He got the opportunity to work on airport projects and with rocket scientists (3:10) Kent went overseas to Qatar to work with a diverse international team made of people who spoke 21 different languages and were from 16 different countries; this project is where he learned how important it was to have communication and listening skills (3:45) Insights on Kent’s Greatest Strength as a Leader (4:40) Trust and communication, but most of all listening with empathy (5:00) He takes his father’s advice - two reasonable parties, equally informed, seldom disagree (5:30) What are the High Performing Traits for Construction Leaders and Teams (6:35) Vision - You have to have a vision for your team and contribute to the vision of the project (6:44) Discipline - It is what has to occur to get a project started when there is no structure or form (9:26) Tenacity - The ability to stay with the discipline of the program (13:15) How High Performing Traits Play Out on Projects (14:18) True vision doesn’t just happen when the team first works together. People’s individual visions need to meld into one larger vision through discipline and tenacity. How Can People Acquire High Performing Traits and Put them in Action (15:50) Watch and learn from others who are good examples (16:00) Congratulate others when they do well (16:10) Vision is a combined effort you have to work toward (16:25) Use discipline to create a good plan (16:45) Tenacity enables you to get through a plan and show up over and over (16:50) Teams don’t fail, they go flat (17:04) Barriers to Implementing High Performing Traits and Creating Strong Teams (17:21) Adversity plays a role, losing people whether from poor performance or illness and death on your team can lower morale You have to have an obligation to one another to keep each other on track and to help each other push through difficult events as a team Teams who gel together well and go through adversity together are more likely to be strong and high performing The Biggest Challenge Kent Has Ever Faced (20:55) Personally, when Kent was 15 he had a swimming accident and broke his neck. After the surgery he had nine-months of recovery and he had to wear a neck brace that made him look like a geek in high school. This experience taught him patience, self-control, and tenacity. He “grew a thick skin” from the teasing he received. Professionally, in Qatar he had to work in a foreign desert culture with people he never met. He brought his American opinions and swaggered into the project and he had a hard time fitting into the business and social cultures. He used the patience and tenacity he learned when he was a teenager to successfully get through the project. The Best Advice Kent Has Ever Gotten (23:28) Be yourself, everyone else is already taken – Oscar Wilde. Ken has had several mentors. If you open your eyes, you can see that mentors are all around. Resources for Listeners Watch Ray Dalio’s video on goal achievement, specifically Principles for Success. Check out Austin Commercial’s Website Kent’s Favorite Piece of Tech (28:00) Wireless, noise canceling headphones - great for on the job or on an airplane. Contact Kent Reach out to Kent on LinkedIn Kent’s Parting Advice (29:30) Try to avoid email and writing letters, call someone instead or talk to them face to face. The best experiences are face to face or on a phone call. If you listen with empathy, you might be surprised at what you learn. Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The more people you have helping – the faster you can build your Construction Dream Team. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team!
3 Invaluable Lessons from Terry Tuggey Break the pieces of a fast-paced project down into pieces to make sense of it. In a fast-paced project, you have to keep moving. Don’t create two identities for one team project. This week, host Sue Dyer speaks with Terry Tuggey about breaking down fast-paced projects to make them manageable, and how not to bottleneck a project so it can keep moving forward at a good pace. Subscribe to Construction Dream Team The following show notes are a transcription from the Construction Dream Team Podcast episode 16 audio interview between Sue and Terry Tuggey. Please subscribe to Construction Dream Team for the latest episodes on our website, iTunes or Stitcher! We would LOVE a 5-star rating to help us show up in the search engines so more of Construction Nation can listen to industry leaders and experts on their computers, phones, or tablets! About Guest Terry Tuggey (2:10) Terry is the Area Manager for Graniterock and has worked on very accelerated projects. Terry has known Sue for over three decades. Terry’s Journey to Becoming Area Manager at Granite Rock (2:59) Terry started at a small construction firm in MA right out of college, he originally had a communications degree (3:05) Terry started as a Surveyor and learned about the business side of construction (3:35) He met the former owner of Graniterock who hired him to work in Construction. Terry worked on a couple of projects before starting one at SFO and he has been working at SFO ever since (4:30) Terry’s Greatest Strengths as a Leader (7:00) Caring about the people you work with and who work for you (7:10) A healthy life leads to healthy work and vice versa (7:37) He asks, “How is your family?” “How is your weekend, how is your day or night?” which demonstrates you care (8:10 How to Lead Projects That are Very Fast Paced (9:00) Terry explains that sometimes the pace and the duration of a project on paper are overwhelming. It’s acceptable, even as a leader to admit that you’re not sure the team can do it. Digest the information and then divide it into pieces and re-assemble them back together in a Master Schedule. Sometimes you need to build the job in planning from start to finish multiple times to find unforeseen hurdles ahead of time. What Does the Pre-Planning Process Look Like? (11:43) Outline everything on a whiteboard/grease board (11:55) Start to put things on paper and really look at it (12:05) You can’t set a definitive timeline, but you can set some type of deadline (12:25) The team is made up of the two Project Managers, one from each side, a couple of Engineers, a couple of General Superintendents, and the subcontractors (12:30) Don’t be afraid to make adjustments or to change (13:15) How To Deploy Hundreds of People on the Project Effectively (14:08) You have to break the people into certain groups and let them handle certain pieces. You can’t have everyone working on the whole thing. Focused Action Strategic Teams (FAST teams). Each team will be assigned certain pieces of the work. The Most Important Things a Project Manager Should Be Doing (15:43) Get a set of achievable common goals that are shared by the entire project team (15:55) Communication is key, you have to have open lines (16:42) Elevate issues quickly and get answers – it moves things along quicker (16:55) How Terry’s Team Makes Co-Location Work (18:15) Create an environment where you see everyone every day (18:45) People need to learn how to talk to each other – less emailing, more talking (19:40) Set people up on FAST teams equally from the owner, contractor, and subcontractors (20:30) What You Don’t Want to Do on a Fast-Paced Project (23:30) Don’t let momentum stop (24:40) Think about how to keep the job moving toward its goal (25:00) Everyone has to step up to make things happen (25:19) How to Make a Joint Venture Work (25:42) A lot of companies name their Joint Venture “Party A/Party B Joint Venture.” These two companies created its own company by calling their Joint Venture by a different name, “Golden Gate Constructor.” It set a tone that everybody in the office complex wasn’t working for someone else’s company, they were working for one company. The Worst Challenges Terry Has Faced (28:40) Losing Bruce Wolpert, the owner of Graniterock, made Terry and the rest of the company have to overcome grief and figure out if the company could carry on without him. The Best Advice Terry Has Ever Gotten (31;00) In construction, you always have to have a plan A, B, C, D, and E. You don’t want to spend money and then waste it. Resources for Listeners Book: It’s Your Ship Terry’s Favorite Piece of Tech (36:13) Microsoft Project Scheduler - a simple, easy to use bar chart that helps get things organized. Contact Information for Terry Tuggey Contact Sue at Sue@ConstructionDreamTeam.com Terry’s Parting Advice (37:56) Make a list on a little piece of paper on your desk every morning, get them out of your head, prioritize them, and scratch things off the list. Dream Teams don’t just happen. they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The more people you have helping – the faster you can build your Construction Dream Team. You can’t have your dream until you build your team! Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify! Join the Construction Dream Team LinkedIn Group, CDTLinkedin.com! We will continue the dialogue we started on the podcast and share our knowledge with one another. CDT Guests will also join us for discussion live. Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team!
In this episode of What Makes You Happy? we have the honor and pleasure of speaking with one Larry Josefovitz, a Jewish cantor and professor of classical music appreciation. Classical music is, generally speaking, understood to be more nuanced and pure than most other forms of music. It is something that really needs to be worked at to be truly appreciated. To get us started on the road to understanding, we asked Larry for some insight into classical music. Feedback: https://goo.gl/forms/qqH5WMOSKIFBeClA2 Table of Contents: 00:00 Intro 00:50 This week's guest - Larry Josefovitz, Jewish cantor and professor of classical music appreciation 01:45 What Makes You Happy? (Larry goes into some background here, he answers the question at 04:15) 05:45 What was the first concert you ever went to? 08:30 What is it about classical music especially that is so powerful? 09:40 Which stereotypes about classical music are true? 11:30 Is there truth to the stereotype about classical music lovers being wealthy? 16:50 Is the world of classical music struggling to find new fans? 20:00 How do we get people back into classical music? 27:45 How do you get started appreciating classical music? 35:00 Lightning Round Questions - 35:05 Favorite Piece - 35:28 Most overrated piece - 36:00 Personal orchestra pet peeve - 37:05 Any composers you despise - 38:55 One composer to start your appreciation journey 45:20 Happiness Fact (1) 49:50 Inspirational Quote (2) 50:15 Last Week's Challenge 51:05 This Week's Challenge (Bach, The Corrals for Keyboard "May the Sheep Safely Graze") 57:25 Closing Thoughts Sources: In a study performed on 94 students in their 20’s, 45 minutes of classical music before bed led to deeper, longer sleep. This was above and beyond the effects of mere spoken words, like an audiobook. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18426457) “I know that the most joy in my life has come to me from my violin.” -Albert Einstein For more What Makes You Happy?, read our blog, www.ClevelandCreativeOutlet.com/wmyh What Makes You Happy? is a project by Cleveland Creative Outlet, a video production company. You can learn more and see their work at www.ClevelandCreativeOutlet.com. You can reach out to them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ClevelandCreativeOutlet Guest: Larry Josefovitz Hosted By: Dovid E.Z. Stern [Ph. (216) 526-6641, Em. dovid@clevelandcreativeoutlet.com, URL www.clevelandcreativeoutlet.com] Feedback: https://goo.gl/forms/qqH5WMOSKIFBeClA2 [L to R] Dovid Stern and Larry Josefovitz, at the time of recording the episode for What Makes You Happy? on classical music appreciation.
If you didn't already know, the Champions' Cast is all about cheap plugs, and this week we take it to the extreme: we play a game based off our Musical March Madness tournament (which if you haven't checked it out, A) it's going on right now, and B) WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?). We take the bracket and pick our own winners... with some back and forth negotiations in there to determine some winners and losers. It was a fun ride, and for maximum listening pleasure, play along and decide what song would win if YOU were in charge of proceedings!
If you didn't already know, the Champions' Cast is all about cheap plugs, and this week we take it to the extreme: we play a game based off our Musical March Madness tournament (which if you haven't checked it out, A) it's going on right now, and B) WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?). We take the bracket and pick our own winners... with some back and forth negotiations in there to determine some winners and losers. It was a fun ride, and for maximum listening pleasure, play along and decide what song would win if YOU were in charge of proceedings!
Great Conversation with Sablle Scheppmann from Mountain Hardwear. Sablle tells us about how she got into the outdoors camping as a kid, her Collegiate Running career and offers a great piece of advice for all of that spend a lot of time on airplanes. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I am born and raised in San Diego and growing up we didn't have a lot of money. We moved apartment to apartment, so vacations were a little out of the question. I was fortunate enough to learn about the outdoors for my dad and my grandparents. My Dad was an eagle scout and my grandma was always really involved with Eagle Scouts. And we would always take camping trips cause it was the easiest vacation we could take. We'd always go up, actually through bishop, and over the years we've camped at Green Lake and up towards Mammoth. And being from San Diego, my grandparents also took us out to Idlewild and Joshua tree. So a lot of camping. Things we talked about Mountain Hardwear Skip Yowell Future Leadership Academy Transrockies Run Kyle Robidoux Blind Beer Runner Kyle Robidoux: @blindbeerrunner & here is an article on his run this summer https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a26007630/visually-impaired-runner-western-states-100/ They are always in need of guides! Anyone can reach out to Sablle or go to http://www.unitedinstride.com Sighted Guide Outdoor Activities Running, Backpacking, Snowboarding, Camping Advice, tips I feel like I kinda got to where I am in the position I am today because of leaning on people. I'm a total people person. Just never be afraid to put yourself out there. If anybody's interested in getting into the business and you know, reach out to. Never hesitate to look compaines up on linkedin. Find people at that company and just reach out and ask them to go to coffee or ask questions like, how did you get to where you are? How did you get in that role? I find that when you put yourself out there, you can get a lot of benefits from that. And it's scary, but it's, it, it's, it's really important. Favorite Books Daring Greatly by Brene Brown Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown Podcast- How I built this Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Sea to Summit collapsible cups and plates Connect with Sablle LinkedIn sscheppmann@mountainhardwear.com Please rate and review us HERE Thank you!
Fun chat with Coral Darby today, Coral tells us how she got into PR, the great agency she and her team have built and offers up some great advice for anyone wanting to get into the Outdoor Biz. Coral has spent nearly her entire life embracing the Outdoor Lifestyle. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors I would say it was somewhat traditional. The summer between my sophomore and junior year in college, I signed up to work at a summer camp outside of Vail. It was a really cool camp in fact, they gave us a lot of guide training. So I got certified in rafting. I was a white water guide in Utah and Colorado. I got enough hours and fell in love with river life at that point. We also did backpacking and horse packing. Some of my favorite memories that summer are being up at like 10, 11,000 feet elevation and camping, working with the horses and the kids. It was just all around a phenomenal summer. And I knew living life, this is what I need to be doing. Things we talked about Darby Communications Patagonia Tibetan Traders "as a PR practitioner, we went from being news tellers to newsmakers" Stand Up Outdoor Activities All of them Advice, tips The biggest thing is network, get out and talk to people. You can send emails all day long, but I'm still a big believer in the old fashioned way of face to face contact, and to go to as many networking events as you can. Just talk to as many people as you can and connect the dots. And also be patient, this doesn't happen overnight. "Perceive as this success is inevitable" Favorite Books Becoming by Michelle Obama The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday Fast Company Inc. Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 UCO Mess Kit Hydroflask Feetures Socks Connect with Coral coral@darbycommunications.com
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On this week episode, Online Editor, Patrick Hao, talks to film critic, podcaster and Ph.D. candidate in Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Southern California, Peter Labuza. They discuss Hollywood legal history and the role entertainment lawyers had, through contracts, shifted the way Hollywood Film Studios produced movies and affected the art. Peter Labuza is a Ph.D. Candidate in Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Southern California and a John E. Rovensky Fellow in US Business and Economic History. His research interests include Hollywood and media industry historiography, legal history, political economy, art cinema, and cinephilia. His dissertation explores the rise of the legal profession in Hollywood and its contribution to the organizational business reforms and cultural discourse of art within the industry after World War II. He has published in The Velvet Light Trap, Film Quarterly, Mediascape, Sight & Sound, and The Los Angeles Review of Books, and he currently serves as Assistant Book Review Editor for the Journal of Cinema and Media Studies (formerly Cinema Journal). He has also published as a film critic for Variety, The Village Voice, and Filmmaker Magazine among others, and hosts The Cinephiliacs podcast. Previously, Labuza earned both his BA and MA in Film Studies from Columbia University. Sources Mentioned: Peter Labuza, Putting Penn to Paper: Warner Bros.’s Contract Governance and the Transition to New Hollywood, 80 The Velvet Light Trap 4 (2017). Janet Staiger, "Tame" Authors and the Corporate Laboratory: Stories, Writers, and Scenarios in Hollywood, 8:4 Q. Rev. of Film Stud. 33 (1983). Mark Garrett Cooper, Universal Women: Filmmaking and Institutional Change in Early Hollywood (Champaign: Univ. of Illinois Press, 2010). Karen Ward Mahar, Women Filmmakers in Early Hollywood (Johns Hopkins Univ. Press, 2006). Emily Carman, Independent Stardom: Freelance Women in the Hollywood Studio System (Univ. of Texas Press 2016). Eric Hoyt, Hollywood and the Income Tax, 1929—1955, 22 Film Hist. 5 (2010). Vanessa Schwartz, It's So French!: Hollywood, Paris, and the Making of Cosmopolitan Film Culture (Univ. of Chicago Press 2007). Catherine L. Fisk, Working Knowledge: Employee Innovation and the Rise of Corporate Intellectual Property, 1800-1930 (Univ. of North Carolina Press 2009). Catherine L. Fisk, Writing for Hire: Unions, Hollywood, and Madison Avenue (Harvard Univ. Press 2016). Favorite Piece of IP of the Week: Something Good-Negro Kiss (Short Film) Our theme song is Roller Blades by Otis McDonald. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review! Website: www.fordhamiplj.org Twitter: @FordhamIPLJ Instagram: @Fordhamiplj Facebook: www.facebook.com/FordhamIPLJ Patreon: www.patreon.com/fordhamiplj
A podcast hosted by Mitch Williams and Sam McGhee, of Inland Film Co., creators of the #DAILYREEL. Mitch and Sam discuss small shop filmmaking, commercial and documentary work, storytelling, and more. In this installment, Mitch and Sam discuss the inception of the #DAILYREEL. Sam talks about his current favorite piece of gear, and why. Mitch and Sam speak to the differences in commercial work vs nonprofit, as well as premiering documentary shorts at events. Mitch shares his current favorite filmmaker, and a bit about her most recent film. Sam dives into his favorite show on Netflix right now, and why it has him so invested. Connect with Mitch Williams -- https://twitter.com/mtchwllms -- https://www.instagram.com/mtchwllms/ Connect with Sam McGhee -- https://twitter.com/dpsammcghee -- https://www.instagram.com/sammcghee/ Follow Inland Film Co. -- https://www.inland.film/ -- https://www.instagram.com/inlandfilmco/ -- https://www.facebook.com/inlandfilmco -- https://twitter.com/inlandfilmco Watch the #DAILYREEL -- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU2l2b2jvXILG5Gn-9Nm54zj13n5ODYZi Film Riot Podcast (Mentioned) -- https://youtu.be/_1-FNMghPSw SmallHD Monitor (Mentioned) -- http://store.smallhd.com/products/500... I Think We're Alone Now (Mentioned) -- https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/i-t... Gary Vee's Convo w/ Nicholas Megalis (Mentioned) -- https://youtu.be/CFwrgLXgB8E
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We are four guys who are into stuff like the Old West, J.R.R Tolkien, architecture, Eastern philosophy, American society, and college girls. Band Member Profile: DANNY PABST, BASS GUITAR & KEYS Instrumental Role: Bass Guitar, Keys Height: 6'0.5” Favorite Piece of Gear: 1968 Fender Twin Reverb Amp Favorite Movie Seen in Last Year: Grand Budapest Hotel Vertical Leap: Very Poor Celebrity Crush: Katy Perry Favorite Album From the 70's: Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin Favorite Video Game: Super Smash Bros 64 Best Show Experience: Portugal. the Man @ McDowell Mountain Music Festival 2015 Favorite Place in AZ: Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, AZ Favorite Fantasy World: Middle Earth
We are four guys who are into stuff like the Old West, J.R.R Tolkien, architecture, Eastern philosophy, American society, and college girls. Band Member Profile: DANNY PABST, BASS GUITAR & KEYS Instrumental Role: Bass Guitar, Keys Height: 6'0.5” Favorite Piece of Gear: 1968 Fender Twin Reverb Amp Favorite Movie Seen in Last Year: Grand Budapest Hotel Vertical Leap: Very Poor Celebrity Crush: Katy Perry Favorite Album From the 70's: Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin IV by Led Zeppelin Favorite Video Game: Super Smash Bros 64 Best Show Experience: Portugal. the Man @ McDowell Mountain Music Festival 2015 Favorite Place in AZ: Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, AZ Favorite Fantasy World: Middle Earth
We are four guys who are into stuff like the Old West, J.R.R Tolkien, architecture, Eastern philosophy, American society, and college girls. Band Member Profile: ANTHONY WALLACE, DRUMS Instrumental Role: Drums Height: 6'2" (without shoes) Weight: 175 Guilty Pleasure Song of the Year: Break Free by Ariana Grande Mancrush(s): Paul Goldschmidt, Ezra Koenig, Isaac Newton Favorite Hip Hop Album: Yeezus by Kanye West Favorite Video Game: Rockband Age of Death: Do I count the years that I'm cryogenically frozen? Last Meal Preference: Pasta with my Grandma's red sauce, spicy Italian sausage, and fine Parmesan, Four Loko Favorite Show Experience: The Shins @ McDowell Mountain Music Festival, Spring ‘13 Favorite Piece of Gear: Sabian 21" AA Dry Bell Ride First Album Bought: Chuck by Sum 41 Favorite sports team: D'backs and Sun Devils
We are four guys who are into stuff like the Old West, J.R.R Tolkien, architecture, Eastern philosophy, American society, and college girls. Band Member Profile: ANTHONY WALLACE, DRUMS Instrumental Role: Drums Height: 6'2" (without shoes) Weight: 175 Guilty Pleasure Song of the Year: Break Free by Ariana Grande Mancrush(s): Paul Goldschmidt, Ezra Koenig, Isaac Newton Favorite Hip Hop Album: Yeezus by Kanye West Favorite Video Game: Rockband Age of Death: Do I count the years that I'm cryogenically frozen? Last Meal Preference: Pasta with my Grandma's red sauce, spicy Italian sausage, and fine Parmesan, Four Loko Favorite Show Experience: The Shins @ McDowell Mountain Music Festival, Spring ‘13 Favorite Piece of Gear: Sabian 21" AA Dry Bell Ride First Album Bought: Chuck by Sum 41 Favorite sports team: D'backs and Sun Devils
Bill Henderson and Brian Tramontana talk about your favorite piece of photographic gear.
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