You Talking to Me?
Businesses seem to always be talking, especially in a time of crisis. The issue is – are they talking to the right people? Communications and important messages mean nothing if they aren’t heard and understood by the right people. Think about hurricanes. In Florida, we have become desensitized to hurricanes. Many don’t take them seriously […]
Time to Plan: Hurricane Season
It’s that time of year again- Hurricane Season. We know it comes the same time every year. And yet, many of us find ourselves personally unprepared. In our homes, we don’t have our kits prepared and the supplies we need. In the construction industry, all too often we don’t have the processes and protocols in […]
What I Know Now: Leading During a Pandemic
In some ways, it feels like I know even less than before. We are living in a world most could never have anticipated. As tempting as it is to look back on how things were and try to force our previous styles into this brave new world, that just won’t work. It’s time to embrace […]
It’s Game Time
In both baseball and construction – you want the best available players to give your team the best chance to win. However, both the GM and the GC have limited financial resources, so rolling out the “best” is not always possible, except for perhaps the LA Dodgers or NY Yankees. Yet you are still expected to win. Bench knowledge […]
Welcome to The Show! Build a Team That Wins
It’s a beautiful Spring day and the first pickup, backyard baseball game of the year. You’re finally the captain, with the immense responsibility of choosing the right players. The first picks are easy. You want to have fun, and you want to win, so you go with your friends and the ones who deliver. You […]
If You Build It, They Will Come.
If you build it, they will come. – Every new project is a Field of Dreams – an owner’s vision, supported by a team of professionals that makes it a reality. As a general contractor, it’s our responsibility to build the construction team by selecting players with the right skills to deliver the best results. In the […]
Subcontractor Relationships: The Elephant in the Room
SUBCONTRACTORS, THEY AFFECT ALL OF US – EVERYONE IN THE INDUSTRY. They are often the secret to our success and, unfortunately, sometimes the bane of our existence. Without them, we struggle to complete projects and deliver on our promises. When they are good, projects run more seamlessly, deadlines are met, and money is made. When […]