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Jason presents "The Concept" section from his book "Elevating Construction Takt Planning" (narrated by Katie Schroeder). Takt planning is a detailed one-page one-piece flow schedule focusing on throughput, bottlenecks, and creating flow. Core concept: Water bottle vortex demonstration, coordinated flow with space for roadblocks (air) to rise beats pushing water through alone. Train analogy replaces river of waste: Land surveying = determining Takt time, design = Takt plan, leveling track = operations, rails = prefabrication, cow catcher = roadblock removal, freight cars = Takt wagons, speed = Takt time, arrival sequence = throughput. Rhythm is key: "Slow is smooth, smooth is fast" becomes "Rhythm is smooth, smooth is fast." Industry comparison: Good (current CPM chaos), Better (CPM + Last Planner/Scrum), Best (Takt + Last Planner/Scrum via Integrated Control System). Takt rules: Hold dates, just-in-time deliveries, control Takt zones, remove roadblocks daily. Culture of Takt: Transparency, teamwork, collaboration. What supports Takt: Prefabrication, zero tolerance, clean environments, contractor grading. What you'll learn in this episode: Takt definition: One-page one-piece flow schedule focusing on throughput, bottlenecks, creating flow, taken from German word meaning rhythm/cycle time Water bottle vortex analogy: Coordinated flow with space for air (roadblocks) to rise empties in 5 seconds vs 11 seconds pushing alone Train analogy replaces river of waste: Railway system with cow catcher, level track, rails (prefabrication), freight cars (Takt wagons), speed (Takt time), throughput (arrival sequence) Rhythm is key: "Rhythm is smooth, smooth is fast", rushing takes longer than going at the right rate Integrated Control System (Best): Takt + Last Planner + Scrum with afternoon foreman huddles, morning worker huddles, crew prep huddles, workers see 75% of plan vs 50% with Last Planner alone Flow where you can, pull where you can't, push where you must. Takt is the way. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason presents the fable section from his new book "Elevating Construction Takt Planning" (narrated by Katie Schroeder). Meet Olivia, the youngest director at Evergreen Construction, overseeing eight projects. Her $150M One Care Health hospital is struggling with safety incidents, declining morale, and slipping dates. Brad (superintendent) and Paul (PM) are experienced, but the project is unraveling. David (Elevate Construction consultant) joins to diagnose the problem. Key discoveries: Traffic analogy (Juan late to proposal), water bottle demonstration (Brad vs Juan, roadblocks slow flow), train analogy (Josie's toy trains clearing obstacles). The diagnosis: Not a people problem, it's a flow problem. The team implements Last Planner and Scrum but lacks a stable master schedule. CPM pushes too hard, creates chaos. Solution: Takt planning creates rhythm, stability, and predictable supply chains. "Flow where you can, pull where you can't, push where you must." Team switches to Takt mid-project, finishes on time, under budget, with remarkable health and stability. Your turn to take the Takt journey. What you'll learn in this episode: The fable introduces Olivia (director), Brad (super), Paul (PM), and David (consultant)—a $150M hospital struggling with safety, morale, and schedule instability Key analogies: Traffic flow, water bottle demonstration (roadblocks slow flow), train analogy (Takt trains, cow catcher clears path, level track = operations) Diagnosis: Not a people problem, it's a flow problem; Last Planner and Scrum can't succeed without a stable master schedule from Takt "Flow where you can, pull where you can't, push where you must.", Takt creates rhythm, stability, and predictable supply chains Team switches to Takt planning mid-project, finishes on time and under budget with remarkable stability Your Takt journey begins now. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason presents the introduction to his new book "Elevating Construction Takt Planning" (narrated by Katie Schroeder), released early on the podcast instead of waiting for Audible. The book's mission: bring flow back to construction to respect workers and families. Five major CPM problems exposed: (1) too optimistic, hides inefficiencies and miscalculates duration, (2) masquerades as solid plan through excessive detail, (3) hides the plan in complexity, no one can read it effectively, (4) too much unchecked power, institutionalized in contracts, (5) institutionalizes hiding problems by making negative float disappear. Takt shows reality and brings problems to the surface. Lord of the Rings allegory: One ring (Flow/Takt) rules all others (CPM, Last Planner, and Scrum). Jason paired Takt with CPM his entire career, always finished on time. The book dedicates war on the 1-5% who don't care about people. Request: Please share this information to make Takt planning popular in construction. What you'll learn in this episode: Why the book was written: Most projects don't finish on time, improperly scheduled projects disrespect workers and families Five major CPM problems: Too optimistic, masquerades as solid plan, hides plan in complexity, too much unchecked power, institutionalizes hiding problems Lord of the Rings allegory: Flow/Takt is the "one ring to rule them all", governs CPM, Last Planner, and Scrum Jason's success secret: Always paired Takt with CPM throughout entire career, always finished on time The mission: Bring flow back to construction through correct scheduling practices, respect people and resources Flow must reign supreme. Share this message. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason argues everything is fractal, systems that work on small projects scale to large projects. Scrum example: ideal 3-9 people, scrum of scrums for larger organizations. Google/Apple use Scrum at massive scale. Mentors critical, treat advice like gold. Tony Robbins: get around a mentor for massive progress. Ideal project size: $60-100M. Billion-dollar project = 7-10 separate but connected projects of $60-120M each with executive leadership coordinating. 70 people can't communicate effectively as one group (Napoleon vs Austrians). Break into smaller autonomous teams. Executive team focuses on training, KPIs, milestone alignment. Geographic control (specific buildings), not scope-based. Don't ignore common areas (stairwells, entryways, loading docks). Listener question: $1B+ mega project with 50-70 associates. Issue 1: New people/culture—Solution: 2-4x the training, standardize systems, project podcast 2-3x/week. Issue 2: Lean not happening—Solution: Worker/foreman huddles build lean culture through proximity. Issue 3: Composite cleanup, GC handles general logistics areas (loading docks, hallways, parking), not trade work. Four focus areas: (1) Takt planning, (2) operational control system, (3) personal organization, (4) team balance/health. Control what you can, make your project heaven on earth, even on a chaotic mega project. Part 1 of 2. What you'll learn in this episode: Everything is fractal, small project systems scale to mega projects Scrum: 3-9 people ideal, scrum of scrums for larger organizations (Google/Apple use this) Mentors are critical, the quickest path to massive success Ideal project size: $60-100M (prefer $80M) Billion-dollar project = 7-10 projects of $60-120M each, executive team coordinates 70 people can't communicate as one group, break into smaller autonomous teams Executive team focuses: training, KPIs, milestone alignment Geographic control (buildings), not scope-based separation Don't ignore common areas, assign the logistics team Listener question: $1B+ mega project, 50-70 associates, P6 required Break into $60-120M projects, each with Takt plan P6 needs 6-12 schedulers, begin with Takt, always align with Takt Issue 1: Culture/teaming, Solution: 2-4x training, standardize systems, project podcast 2-3x/week The Empire State Building had runners use helpers to coordinate Four focus areas: Takt planning, operational control, personal organization, team balance/health Issue 2: Lean not happening, Solution: Worker/foreman huddles teach lean through proximity COVID is not an excuse. Create a social group, implement a lean culture Issue 3: Composite cleanup, GC handles general logistics (loading docks, hallways, parking) Each trade cleans its own work, and the logistics foreman handles general areas Part 2 coming: short-term scheduling, team health, morale, trade partner chaos Everything is fractal. Scale excellence. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason argues project management teams should use Scrum in daily morning huddles to remove roadblocks. Flow lesson: Machinery at 4-4-2-4-4-4 parts/hour has throughput of 1.2-1.8 (not 2) because inventory builds up. Either speed up slowest machine, add another, or slow everything to 2. Fastest = add machine (4 throughput). Second fastest = slow to 2. Slowest = different speeds with max efficiency (inventory buildup). Flow is everything. Inventory is bad for cash, work in progress reduces operating cash. Meeting system: afternoon foreman huddle (gather roadblocks, plan next day, create visual day plan) → morning worker huddle (communicate, ask about roadblocks) → crew prep huddle (pre-task plans, stretch/flex) → team huddle 8-9am (PM team removes roadblocks). Best practice: roadblocks on visual maps with plexiglass in common area, scrum major efforts. Scrum for PM team: 4 columns (product backlog, sprint backlog, in progress, complete). PM team tasks don't fit time scales—they're development work (coordination, buyout, change orders, RFIs, mockups, shoring design). Trade foremen want time scales (Takt, weekly work plans, day plans). PM team should scrum roadblocks/tasks from left to right weekly. Do twice the work in half the time. What you'll learn in this episode: Flow lesson: Machinery at 4-4-2-4-4-4 parts/hour = 1.2-1.8 throughput (not 2) due to inventory buildup Fastest solution: Add machine (4 throughput). Second: Slow all to 2. Slowest: Different speeds with max efficiency Flow is everything, inventory buildup slows entire system Inventory is bad for cash: Work in progress reduces operating cash flow Meeting system flows: Afternoon foreman huddle → morning worker huddle → crew prep → team huddle (8-9am PM team) Afternoon foreman huddle: Daily reports, plan next day, create visual day plan, gather roadblocks Morning worker huddle: 5-15 min with all workers, form social group, ask about roadblocks Crew prep huddle: Pre-task plans for quality/safety, 5S area, stretch/flex, lean training Team huddle (8-9am): PM team removes roadblocks gathered from field Best practice: Roadblocks on visual maps with plexiglass in common area, scrum major efforts Scrum for PM team: 4 columns (product backlog, sprint backlog, in progress, complete) PM team = development team moving activities left to right Trade foremen want time scales (Takt, weekly work plans, day plans) with rows as geographical areas/swim lanes PM team tasks don't fit time scales—they're development: coordination, buyout, change orders, RFIs, mockups, shoring design Why scrum PM tasks: More visibility, more collaboration, roadblocks gone faster Scrum fits development work better than scheduling work Do twice the work in half the time by scrumming roadblocks Use Scrum in morning team huddles. Remove roadblocks visually. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason argues that construction should use Scrum in design instead of forcing designers into Last Planner time scales. Two lessons first: (1) Flow requires seeing multiple swim lanes together; one pull plan in one swim lane never shows flow. Takt lets you compare swim lanes to see how crews flow area-to-area. (2) Don't change schedules to the LEFT (falsifying data), but you CAN change to the RIGHT (making more accurate, updating Takt, reflecting impacts, refining from level 2→3→4→5). Normal IPD process: conditions of satisfaction, teaming, onboarding, clusters, overall master plan with milestones, pull planning to milestones using Last Planner. Jason's proposal: Keep everything the same, but use Scrum within cluster groups instead of Last Planner. Scrum = 3 roles (product owner sets vision/priority, scrum master helps team succeed, development team builds), 5 events (sprint, sprint planning, daily scrum, sprint review, retrospective), 3 artifacts (product backlog, sprint backlog, product increment). Designers procrastinate for creativity; forcing them into time scales makes them nervous. Scrum gives autonomy, creativity time, and manages complexity without forcing into timelines. If Apple/Google/Intel use Scrum, why aren't we using it in design? Do twice as much work in half the time with less complexity? What you'll learn in this episode: Lesson 1: Flow requires seeing multiple swim lanes together; a pull plan never shows flow Takt planning lets you compare swim lanes to see how crews flow area-to-area on time scale Lesson 2: Don't change schedule LEFT (falsifying), CAN change RIGHT (more accurate) RIGHT changes: Update Takt, reflect impacts, recovery schedule, refine level 2→3→4→5 Normal IPD: Conditions of satisfaction, teaming, clusters, master plan, pull planning to milestones using Last Planner Jason's proposal: Use Scrum within cluster groups instead of Last Planner in design Scrum = 3 roles, 5 events, 3 artifacts (353 framework) 3 roles: Product owner (voice of customer, sets vision/priority), scrum master (servant leader, helps team), development team (cross-functional, builds product) 5 events: Sprint (fixed duration), sprint planning (what to accomplish), daily scrum (huddle), sprint review (check minimum viable product), retrospective (how to improve) 3 artifacts: Product backlog (all tasks), sprint backlog (this sprint's tasks), product increment (completed work) Scrum board: 4 columns (backlog, sprint backlog, in progress, complete) Why Scrum for designers: More autonomy, creativity time, and manages complexity Designers procrastinate for creativity, forcing them into time scales makes them nervous Scrum = small teams, small durations, prioritized tasks, autonomous work Apple/Google/Intel use Scrum, why aren't we using it in design? Do twice as much work in half the time with less complexity, no bureaucracy Minimum viable product mindset: Speed to market, get feedback, iterate (like video games, Jason's books) Use Scrum in design. Designers will love it. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason argues you are obligated to be rich, not for selfish reasons, but to give, help others, and make a difference. Rich vs poor mindset: poor people think success is evil, spend everything, use debt for spending, work paycheck-to-paycheck, and are victims. Rich people see success as obligation, invest money, use debt for investments, have financial plans, study/learn, focus on future, have multiple income flows, and are net-worth driven. Money is not evil, it's the love/covetousness of money that's evil. Gaining wealth to help children, start business, change world, give = good. Welfare story: 8 out of 10 have victim mindset. Person couldn't make ends meet but invited people to live rent-free, bought animals/fences, made excuses ("my boss was mean," "I can't, I can't"). Rockefellers vs Vanderbilts, mindset matters more than money. Jason's story: $80k debt (not student loans), worked way out with right mindset. Aunt said "you grew up rich, we grew up poor", victim mindset keeping people poor. Can't give from empty: wisdom from empty mind, food from empty pantry, money from empty bank account. Get vision for giving. Financial plan: donate, secure investments, 5-7% high-risk, whole life insurance, and tax planning. "Money doesn't buy happiness", you're shopping at wrong stores. St. Jude's, Operation Underground Railroad, foster kids, money CAN buy happiness through giving. What you'll learn in this episode: You are obligated to be rich, to give, help others, create legacy, make a difference Rich vs poor mindset: Poor think success is evil, spend everything, victims. Rich see success as obligation, invest, study, focus on future Money is not evil, it's the love/covetousness of money that's evil Gaining wealth to help children, start business, change world, give = good, not evil Welfare story: 8 out of 10 have victim mindset, 2 out of 10 legitimately need help Person couldn't make ends meet but invited people rent-free, bought animals, made excuses ("boss was mean," "I can't") Rockefellers kept wealth (trusts, advisors, give millions yearly). Vanderbilts spent everything (lost it all) Mindset matters more than money, bad mindset loses any amount, rich mindset recovers from loss Jason's story: $80k debt (not student loans), debt stacked, thrift stores, old cars, worked way out Aunt: "You grew up rich, we grew up poor", victim mindset keeping people poor Can't give from empty: Wisdom from empty mind, food from empty pantry, time from busy schedule, money from empty bank account Get vision for giving: Organizations to donate to, people to help, legacy to leave family Financial plan: Give to organizations immediately, secure investments, 5-7% high-risk investments, whole life insurance, tax planning "Money doesn't buy happiness", you're shopping at wrong stores St. Jude's funding = happiness seeing kids get cancer treatment. Operation Underground Railroad = happiness seeing kids rescued. Foster kids = happiness seeing placement. Money CAN buy happiness through giving, it's a guarantee You are obligated to be rich so you can give it away to lift people up. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason discusses integrity, doing the right thing even when nobody is watching. Definition: quality of being honest with strong moral principles; state of being whole and undivided. Story 1: Jason graded contractors on site, self-perform got Fs, asked Jason to mark them differently because "we're the same company." Jason refused for 3 months until they fell in line. Story 2: Basement/level 1 had 80% priority walls in contract, levels 2-4 had MEP overhead first (no priority walls). Self-perform asked Jason to force MEP trades to change on level 2 even though MEP had prefabricated for original plan. Self-perform complained to leadership, tried to get Jason in trouble, but leadership eventually supported doing the right thing. Story 3: Recent call, person dispatched to finish punch list noticed other issues (doors, lights not working), was told by project executive "don't add new items to the list, only do what they're telling us." Person went to another leader who handled it properly. Junior person had to remind senior leader of moral obligation. Challenge from "The Five Essential People Skills": 13 integrity questions (conducted personal business on company time? used company resources personally? called in sick when not sick? negative gossip? etc.). How you do one thing is how you do everything. Construction needs to be known for honesty and integrity. What you'll learn in this episode: Integrity definition: Doing the right thing when nobody is watching; state of being whole and undivided Story 1: Contractor grading - self-perform got Fs, asked Jason to favor them because "same company" Jason refused for 3 months, told them: "Fire me or fall in line because I'm not doing this" Self-perform should be safest, cleanest, most obedient, most helpful trade on entire site Story 2: Priority walls - basement/level 1 had 80% in contract, levels 2-4 had MEP overhead first Self-perform wanted to change on level 2, force MEP to adapt even though they'd prefabricated for original plan Jason: "That's dishonest. I'm not going to do that to the mechanical folks" Self-perform complained to Jason's bosses, tried to get him in trouble, but leadership eventually supported him Story 3: Person on punch list noticed other issues, told by project executive "don't add new items" Junior person had to remind senior leader of moral obligation to fix everything Never put your people in position where they're divided against what they know to be moral and right 13 integrity questions from "The Five Essential People Skills": Personal business on company time? Used company resources personally? Called in sick when not sick? Negative gossip? Violated company rules? Failed to follow through? Withheld information? Fudged time sheet/invoice? Delivered second-rate goods? Less than honest to make sale? Accepted inappropriate gift? Took credit for someone else's work? Failed to admit/correct mistake? How you do one thing is how you do everything What you do is who you are Always act with honesty and integrity. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason discusses war maps, the visual command stations and strategic planning areas superintendents need to lead effectively. Napoleon studied maps on the ground for days, planning options for Plan B, C, D. General Patton had war maps in his trailer. Leaders are only as effective as what they can see. Jason's dream: mobile mini command station with war maps, craned around the job site to stay with flow of work. The dilemma of command: stay at headquarters with communication or go to front line? Do both. Most superintendents get addicted to firefighting and playing savior, responding to trades, fighting fires, releasing dopamine in chaos. Instead, get addicted to planning: reviewing schedules, Takt plans, financials, roadblock removal systems, quality tracking. Your brain releases chemicals (otherwise restricted to licensed pharmacies) when you do things it rewards. Reprogram to get dopamine from strategizing, not reacting. War maps include: team health, roadblock removal, safety metrics, exposures, job cost, procurement, RFIs, buyout, quality observations, change orders, BIM status, and schedules. Intentionally design your war areas—never by accident. At minimum, walls should show: schedule/Takt plan, financial status, quality process, safety metrics, inspections, deliveries, roadblock removal. Great PMs read the owner's mind. Great supers see the future. What you'll learn in this episode: War maps: Visual command stations and strategic planning areas leaders need to see the future Napoleon's strategy: Days studying maps on ground, planning options for Plan B, C, D to adapt quickly Jason's dream: Mobile mini command station with war maps, craned around job site to stay with flow Dilemma of command: Headquarters vs. front line? Do both, stay connected but be present Most supers addicted to firefighting: Responding to trades, playing savior, getting dopamine from chaos Reprogram your brain: Get dopamine from strategizing (planning, reviewing financials, removing roadblocks) Your brain releases pharmacy-restricted chemicals when rewarded, train it to reward planning, not reacting War maps examples: Team health, roadblock removal, safety metrics, exposures, job cost, procurement, RFIs, buyout, quality tracking Visual areas: Inspection board, deliveries board, family wall, horizontal planning table, rolling 6-week boards Conference room essentials: Takt plan, logistics, roadblock removal, plexiglass plan views Intentionally design visual areas, never by accident or happenstance Minimum wall visuals: Schedule/Takt, financials, quality, safety metrics, inspections, deliveries, roadblocks Hensel Phelps "Book of 14": 14 key things audited and checked for project success Get addicted to: Morning worker huddles where everyone knows the plan without you Great PMs read the owner's mind. Great supers see the future. Challenge: Find key maps/visuals/logs you need to strategize and see the future Get addicted to strategizing, not firefighting. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason and Charlie Dunn discuss the "buy what you want" philosophy: if you want lean behaviors, put them in contracts and pay for them. Don't assume trades will magically do morning huddles, afternoon foreman huddles, or keep sites clean without contractual requirements and transparency. Two $150M hospital comparison: one recovered with Takt flow (0.98 fee position, on time, delighted customer), the other refused help (6 months late, -$2.3M loss). The recovered project still had to argue out of $180k and $250k change orders for meetings because it wasn't in the original contract. Jason's integrated control system: collaborate as team to decide (prefabrication, room kitting, nothing hits floor), then enforce the plan. Turned deliveries around at BSRL for non-compliance. Standardization reduces mental load on workers, let them focus brainpower on quality instead of chaos. Manufacturing comparison: would they stick-build on the factory floor? No. Would anything hit the floor? No. Construction declined in productivity while manufacturing improved because we haven't standardized. Future ideas: zero dumpster requirement (everything pre-cut), yield rate tracking (defects per X produced), 40-hour lean orientation program for all workers. What you'll learn in this episode: Buy what you want: Put lean expectations in contracts—morning huddles, afternoon foreman huddles, cleaning standards Transparency + respect: If you want it to happen, specify it and pay for it upfront Two $150M hospitals: One recovered with Takt (0.98 fee position, on time), one refused help (-$2.3M, 6 months late) Even recovered project argued out of $180k/$250k change orders for meetings, should have been in original contract Lean community myths hurting us: "You don't need to buy lean," "Don't plan too early," "Command and control is bad" Reality: 1/3 bought in, 1/3 don't care, 1/3 fight the system—you need contractual clarity Communicate early: Exterior skin sequence in DD phase so fabrication matches Takt flow Jason's integrated control system: Team collaborates to decide (prefab, kitting, nothing hits floor), then enforce BSRL example: Turned deliveries around for non-compliance, denied hoist access for non-prefabricated materials Contractor grading system: Make performance visible, track against expectations Standardization reduces mental load: Clean site, on-time deliveries, Takt schedule = workers focus on quality Manufacturing comparison: Would they stick-build on factory floor? Would anything hit floor? No, so why do we? Construction productivity declined, manufacturing improved, we haven't standardized Visual management creates binary answers: You're either in the right zone Monday morning or you're not Mega project absorbed 10%+ change order mid-project, finished on time because of Takt standardization Future ideas: Zero dumpster (all pre-cut), yield rate (defects per X), 40-hour lean orientation for all workers Buy what you want. Communicate it. Enforce it. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason and Katie Schroeder discuss why receiving help is actually a form of giving. Construction workers have the "tough exterior" mentality, thinking they should do it all themselves, never need help, always pay the bill. But refusing help is selfish because it's pride-based and denies others the opportunity to give (which is the ultimate form of happiness). Katie shares her sister's story: single mom, nurse practitioner, three jobs, won't accept help with cooking or cleaning. Katie herself struggles, 11 kids, homeschooling, helping with business—thinks "if I was enough, I could do it myself." Superintendents and PMs think the same: "I should be an expert scheduler, never need help, do it all myself." The result? Isolation, stress, working too many hours, hurting families. Book reference: "Goodbye Things" by Fumio Sasaki, everything around you sends messages, creates silent to-do lists, and causes anxiety. High-powered consultant story: Making $68k/day, reaches out to help Jason for free because it fits his core purpose. Jason kept asking "How can I repay you?" until consultant said "Stop, I want to help, that's my purpose." Receiving allows others to fulfill their purpose and creates human connection. What you'll learn in this episode: Construction workers think they should do it all, never need help, always pay the bill, maintain tough exterior Refusing help is selfish: It's pride-based and denies others the opportunity to give Katie's sister example: Single mom, nurse practitioner, won't accept help with meal delivery or house cleaning Katie's struggle: 11 kids, homeschooling, business help, "If I was enough, I could do it myself" Superintendents/PMs same mentality: "I should be expert scheduler, never need help, do it all myself" Result: Isolation, stress, too many hours, hurting families, feeling alone "Goodbye Things" by Fumio Sasaki: Everything sends messages, creates silent mental to-do lists, causes anxiety Undone tasks tell you: "You're not good enough, prove it by not asking for more help", perpetuating cycle Construction applications: Get help cleaning trailers, ask craft to help, hire consultant, nothing wrong with that High-powered consultant story: Makes $68k/day, helps Jason for free because it fits his core purpose If giving is happiness, refusing help steals that opportunity from others Receiving allows you to: Be present, form human connections, feel blessed by others' service Practical advice: Next time someone says "I got it," just say "Thank you" Let people help. Receiving is giving. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason challenges superintendents and PMs to know their project financials, you can't manage what you can't measure, and you can't play the game without a scoreboard. Know your job cost report, contingency position, exposures, change orders, and projected fee (including staff labor gains, craft labor gains, insurance/bonds gains, and lump sum self-perform). Strategy matters: is your self-perform lump sum or part of GMP? If lump sum, coding COVID cleanup into project budget (not self-perform) protects fee. Don't leave money on the table, if budget is healthy, don't short-change final cleaning or remove tower crane early when you still need it and get rental gains. Add field engineers to increase labor gains. Four revenue streams beyond fixed fee: rented equipment, labor gains, insurance/bonds savings, and lump sum self-perform improvements. Tony Robbins example: 8% average increase across key areas = 134% total growth. If you can't rattle off contingency, internal reserves, buyout remaining, and fee position, there's a problem. What you'll learn in this episode: You can't manage what you can't measure - superintendents must know the numbers Key reports: Job cost, contingency, exposures, change orders, projected fee Strategy question: Is self-perform lump sum or part of GMP? Coding decisions affect fee Don't short-change yourself: If budget is healthy, don't cut tower crane, field engineers, or final cleaning early Four revenue streams beyond fixed fee: Rented equipment, labor gains, insurance/bonds savings, lump sum self-perform Tower crane example: If you own it and get rental gains from project budget, why remove it while you still need it? Field engineer example: Adding FE creates labor gains (difference between billing owner and paying employee) Lump sum strategy: Money saved in lump sum self-perform goes to your pocket (no shared savings clause means project budget savings go to owner) Tony Robbins business growth: Elevate growing 143% by increasing clients 30%, transaction value 25%, repurchase frequency 50% Optimization example: 8% average increase across 7 key areas = 134% total growth What you should rattle off: Contingency remaining, internal reserves, contracts to buy out, fee position (0.98 of target), labor/equipment/bond gains, exposure projections Know your numbers. You can't win without a scoreboard. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason opens with a serious message about Operation Underground Railroad (rescuing children from sex trafficking) before diving into his most comprehensive defense of Takt/Last Planner/Scrum vs CPM. His official stances: CPM is a push system (worst - forces out-of-sequence work, crashes crews, creates chaos). Last Planner & Scrum are pull systems (queue work behind ready work). Takt is a hold system (everyone agrees to hold dates for even flow). You can't see flow when building a CPM schedule, only God could build a CPM network and see problems while constructing it. Follow the money: schedulers make $150-350/hour using a broken system that keeps them employed. Jason makes $0 criticizing CPM and loses friends. Trade partner problems? Mostly GC's fault for dictating schedules, crashing projects, interrupting supply chains. Don't fall for the tyranny of "or",use "and." Adapt systems to project needs like shopping at a grocery store. Complexity is the enemy of execution. Simple systems (Takt, Last Planner, Scrum) scale; complex systems (CPM) create 100,000 useless jobs. What you'll learn in this episode: Operation Underground Railroad: $150B spent on child sex trafficking, 30M slaves worldwide, 2M in US—$1,250 saves a child CPM = push system: Forces out-of-sequence work, crashes crews, pushes materials forward/back—worst possible system Last Planner & Scrum = pull systems: Queue work behind ready work, focus on making ready Takt = hold system or flow system: Everyone agrees to hold dates for even flow, best for construction You can't see flow when building CPM schedule: Only God could build CPM and see problems while constructing it Follow the money: Schedulers make $150-350/hour using broken system, Jason makes $0 criticizing it and loses friends Trade partner problems are GC's fault: We dictate schedules, crash projects, interrupt supply chains, treat them like crap When to see schedule quality: When you're BUILDING it (like QC inspectors placing concrete), not after with metrics CPM metrics = "watch your head" AFTER you hit it: Takt prevents problems from happening in first place Tyranny of "or": Don't choose this OR that, use AND, adapt systems to project needs Complexity is enemy of execution: Takt/Last Planner/Scrum are simple and scale; CPM creates 100,000 useless jobs Software recommendations: VPlanner, Hulu, SmartSheet with PowerBI, Mural for pull planning, Excel for Takt Jason's official stances, use the right system for the situation. Adapt. Protect workers. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason challenges you to raise your expectations. Most contractors think "good" is good enough, but good is NOT good enough, it's a nightmare for workers. Successful projects mean 90%+ fee, on schedule, remarkable quality and safety, workers enjoyed it, team met career goals, and owner is delighted. Jason uses the mountain analogy: it's easiest to be at the top (excellent) or bottom (bad), hardest to be on the side (mediocre/good) because gravity pulls you down. Excellence is self-sustaining. Once systems are sustained and culture climbs on board, you could leave for 2 weeks and they wouldn't miss you. Being "good" requires constant babysitting, fighting fires, and trades disrespecting you, workers saying "this job's horrible." Paul Acres runs perfectly clean shops with 2-second lean improvements daily, easier to manage excellent teams than good ones. High expectations: nothing touches the floor, everything prefabricated unless permission, no trash, scheduled deliveries. You have to be fanatical about everything to run a remarkable project. High expectations equal respect. What you'll learn in this episode: Successful project metrics: 90%+ fee, on schedule, remarkable quality/safety, workers enjoyed it, team met career goals, owner delighted The mountain analogy: Easiest to be at top (excellent) or bottom (bad), hardest on the side (good/mediocre) Excellence is self-sustaining: Once culture climbs on board, systems keep working without you Good teams are the worst situation: They think they're good enough and resist change What "good" really feels like: Don't get home on time, babysitting/fighting fires, trades disrespect you, workers say "this job's horrible" High expectations create respect: Nothing touches floor, everything prefabricated, no trash, scheduled deliveries Paul Acres example: Perfectly clean shop, 2-second lean improvements, excellent teams easier to manage than good ones You have to be fanatical about everything to run remarkable projects Jason's personas: Schroeder (podcast), El Emperador Malvado (projects), The Coach (coaching) Elevate your game. Have high expectations. Be fanatical. High expectations equal respect. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason sick daughter got sick then family got sick. Business Mastery Tony Robbins day 3 of 5, would pay 50k for just afternoon info. Elevate Construction big hairy audacious goal: preferred trainer construction with most addictive useful fast training. Main topic two second lean videos scaling excellence. Paul Acres method before after videos with iPhone and YouTube account. Video tools: Teleprompter for video app 12 bucks, ring light tripod, Vidyard presentations. If don't have capacity on job to do lean you need help doing it wrong. Free time to stay organized work with team plenty coverage implementing lean. What you'll learn in this episode: Business Mastery day 3 of 5: Would pay 50k for just afternoon info, learn more in 5 days than 2 to 4 years university Elevate big hairy audacious goal: Preferred trainer construction, addictive useful fast training Two second lean videos: Before after videos, scaling excellence quickest manner Paul Acres method: iPhone and YouTube account, super easy way to do videos Video tools: Teleprompter for video app 12 bucks, ring light tripod, Vidyard for presentations Challenge: Get started on 2 second lean journey today, scale excellence throughout company If don't have capacity on job to do lean you're doing it wrong, need free time stay organized work with team. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason hit 40,000 podcast downloads. Business Mastery with Tony Robbins 2 days in, superintendent boot camps starting northeast south Texas southwest southern California. Three core services: recover projects, remarkable training, business consulting. Main topic distraction and stress come from fear. Tony Robbins quote two states fear and flow. Jason's projects had custom indoor bathrooms, indoor lunchrooms, worker huddles, cleanest project, wonderful material delivery logistics, barbecues games for workers. Made tough decisions from confidence not fear. Staying same is safe but you have same problems, new levels bring new problems new vistas of achievement. What you'll learn in this episode: 40,000 podcast downloads: Original downloads not listens, probably 80 to 120,000 listens total Business Mastery Tony Robbins: 2 days in, implementing notes incrementally, superintendent boot camps starting Three core services: Recover projects or teams, remarkable training, business consulting for construction companies Distraction stress from fear: Tony Robbins quote two states fear and flow, distraction is fear stress is fear Tough decisions from confidence: Custom bathrooms lunchrooms, worker huddles, cleanest project, zero tolerance, barbecues games Challenge: If distracted or stressed it's fear get out of it, make tough decisions head right direction Staying same is safe but ineffective hurting people hurting yourself, new levels bring new problems new vistas of achievement. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason interviews Mike Truelove from Plano Texas, 24 years construction experience. Mike worked cleanup gopher framing crew, KB Homes superintendent 45 to 60 houses at time, Hensel Phelps field engineer to superintendent 10 years. Main topic transparent leadership. DPR block game with pull planning, different teams plan differently, swap team members mid-exercise to cause disruption on purpose. Mike does gut checks with people, how did I come off in that meeting. Five dysfunctions of a team book recommendation. Challenge: recognize where you are as leader today versus where want to be tomorrow, check ego humble yourself ask trusted people how am I as leader. What you'll learn in this episode: Mike Truelove background: 24 years construction, cleanup to KB Homes superintendent 45 to 60 houses, Hensel Phelps 10 years Transparent leadership topic: Building trust teams through transparency DPR block game: Pull planning, different teams plan differently, swap members mid-exercise cause disruption Leadership gut checks: How did I come off in meeting, am I leading or just commanding controlling Five dysfunctions of a team: Must read if leading team Challenge: Recognize where you are as leader vs where want to be, check ego ask trusted people how am I Maybe I'm the problem, maybe it's not this individual, need to check yourself first. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason interviews Paul Dunlop from Dunlop Consultants Australia, lean manufacturing consultant six years. Paul learned from clients on shop floor, fell into manufacturing early career grew passion for lean. Main topic hearts and minds giving people voice. Jason's lean definition: respect for people and resources, stable environments bring problems to surface, total participation, continuous improvement. Paul's current condition: organizations hierarchies exist to support people at front lines generating revenue servicing customers, everything else exists to support that function. People get out of bed with best intentions want to do good job, process culture leadership impedes ability. What you'll learn in this episode: Paul Dunlop introduction: Dunlop Consultants Australia, lean manufacturing consultant six years Jason's lean definition: Respect for people resources, stable environments, total participation, continuous improvement Hearts and minds topic: Giving people voice, engaging with people remove impediments Current condition: Organizations hierarchies exist support front lines, everything else supports that function People want to do good job: Get out of bed best intentions, process culture leadership impedes ability Challenge: Think differently, let go everything we think we know about industry, let go power assumptions conditioning Lean is antidote to human problem where process culture leadership impedes people's ability to do good job. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason selling Tony Robbins Unleash the Power Within, spent 9 grand on tickets hotels planes for kids but COVID-19 hit week everything shut down. Main problem not knowledge but no vision mindset personal organization morning routine giving 100%. Firewalking with 15,000 people real hot coals, 5 to 10% get burned not in state. Dickens process works past limiting beliefs get leverage against fears. After Tony Robbins went from senior super to general super to field director to project director to business owner. Jason gets no money from podcast episode 231 stays up late does it for you. What you'll learn in this episode: Tony Robbins Unleash Power Within: Jason spent 9 grand tickets hotels planes, COVID-19 hit shut down Main problem not knowledge: No vision mindset personal organization morning routine giving 100% Firewalking experience: 15,000 people real hot coals, 5 to 10% get burned not in state Dickens process: Works past limiting beliefs, get leverage against fears overcome blocks Jason's promotions: After Tony Robbins went senior super to general super field director project director business owner Challenge: Sign up Unleash Power Within, pay money take time play full out don't hold back Jason gets no dollar from podcast episode 231, stays up late does it for you, invest in your own mind. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason went K1 Speed racing with son Reno, got car sick from work on proposal, son beat him first time, ate In-N-Out Cold Stone feeling queasy. Gordon Hinckley quote life not perfect, most putts don't drop most beef tough, trick is thank Lord for letting you have ride. Main topic procurement tracking early and often. Procurement log tied to takt plan not CPM. Project engineers oversee scope beginning to end not just manage tools. Inspect design coordination visualization approval fabrication delivery installation testing close out. Only 15% of jobs do this right. What you'll learn in this episode: Life not perfect: Gordon Hinckley quote, most putts don't drop beef tough, trick thank Lord for ride Control is illusion: Need visual cues schedules systems to see problems react and do best Procurement tracking critical: Procurement log tied to takt plan not CPM, reviewed weekly with superintendent Project engineers role: Oversee scope beginning to end, not manage tools RFIs submitts Materials inspection: Design coordination visualization approval fabrication delivery installation testing close out Challenge: Get supers in weekly meeting, procurement log up, tie to takt plan not CPM Current condition only 15% of jobs actually come close to doing procurement tracking right. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason saw pre-made food instruction cards clear visual, 15 year old daughter can make complex meal because single card. Dream feature of workboards for every worker with visuals English Spanish. Principle 16 no more fighting fires, superintendents fighting fires don't know what doing, stable environments created by best builders. Football vs tennis, we play football run ball to end field not tennis hit ball other court. Product owner concept from scrum, responsible maximizing value clearly expressing backlog items. Role went from doing to planning preparing with clear expectations. What you'll learn in this episode: Pre-made food cards: Clear visual instructions, 15 year old can make complex meal single card Dream feature of workboards: Every worker visual bullets English Spanish, what installing super clear Principle 16 no fighting fires: Superintendents fighting fires don't know what doing, thought of as incompetent Football vs tennis: We play football run ball to end, not tennis hit ball other court beat them Product owner scrum: Responsible maximizing value, clearly expressing backlog items, team understands Challenge: Can others see what needs done so head right direction autonomously, spend time there Current condition instructions vague what we want not get done, need to clearly define expectations. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason late this morning from travel but podcast over the top. Katie figured out one meal a day little or no sugar lots of water standing on absorption pad. Jason's solution eating window 11 to 2 or 11 to 4 standing desk with absorption pad. Main topic 20 key questions for lean implementation asking why. Why takt planning, does it create flow? Why site logistics, are we maintaining supply chains? Why cleanliness, can everyone see everything they need? Why trailer design, will this encourage us to be team? Senior superintendent asked general super for advice, GS said have you asked them to solve their own problem? What you'll learn in this episode: Katie's solution: One meal a day, little or no sugar, lots of water, standing on absorption pad Jason's solution: Eating window 11 to 2 or 11 to 4, standing desk with absorption pad 20 key questions lean: Why takt planning does it create flow, why site logistics maintain supply chains More questions: Why cleanliness see everything, why trailer encourage team, why team meetings team getting better Solve own problems: Senior super asked GS for advice, GS said have you asked them solve own problem Challenge: Use list do audit, ask why for each system, always ask why and right questions Current condition we don't know reasons we do things, need to ask why behind each system. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason recording 4:46am East Coast. Elevate Construction business gets all work from podcast and LinkedIn, seven times rule before people trust you. Principle 12 equality, best supers not elitists, understand craft workers add value should be elevated respected trained. Office trailer should feel like Disneyland, clean fun organized great signage visuals. Music smells visually stimulating, wall flowers scented plugins trigger mind, make sure trailer cleaned three times week. Less walls more open office intentionally designed production pods, family pictures wall space, foosball table putting green pool table. What you'll learn in this episode: Business from podcast LinkedIn: Seven times rule before people trust you ask for help Principle 12 equality: Best supers not elitists, craft workers add value elevated respected trained Office trailer like Disneyland: Clean fun organized great signage visuals Music smells visuals: Wall flowers scented plugins, trailer cleaned three times week, brown walls gone Less walls more open office: Production pods, family pictures wall space 30 to 50 feet Fun in trailer: Foosball table putting green pool table cards, every space bring joy Happy people having fun more productive, more autonomy freedom music brings productivity teaming healthy conflict. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason pleads to create takt plan in proposal phase schematic design before CPM. Company hit rate went from 66% on time to 89% rising by implementing takt planning. Snagit tool for superintendents, hit print screen send snippets to trade partners. Daughter had horrible experience with mean people, stayed above line, Jason proud she was present with emotions didn't run away. CPM metrics showed problem but recovered with takt planning not CPM. Single biggest thing to win and not crash land is begin with takt plan, right overall duration flow set up manpower material counts reduce. What you'll learn in this episode: Create takt plan first: Proposal phase schematic design before CPM schedule Company results: Hit rate went 66% on time to 89% rising with takt planning Snagit tool: Hit print screen, send snippets to trade partners, add arrows hatching highlights Being present difficult situations: Daughter stayed above line, present with emotions, rewarded outside comfort zone CPM metrics versus recovery: Metrics showed problem, recovered with takt not CPM methodologies Challenge: Read The Goal, Last Planner, Scrum, Takt Planning for full scheduling spectrum Single biggest thing to win not crash land is begin with takt plan, right duration flow manpower material counts. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

_*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Jason warns against mandating software, sincere loving warning not threatening. Takt Planning book out on Kindle Amazon paperback, beautiful cover no errors, fantastic fable. Momento mori Latin phrase remember you must die, stoic philosophy reminder of mortality, clarify illuminate inspire. At DPR as superintendent used P6, Excel, Vplanner, Smartsheet, Bluebam, CMIC, BIM 360, Notevault, text systems, absolutely crushed project full fee quality on time. Zero issue using right application at right time, problem is mandating. Superintendent role not simple, why think we're too stupid to use multiple applications? _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> What you'll learn in this episode: _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Takt book out: Kindle Amazon paperback, beautiful cover no errors, fantastic fable Momento mori: Remember you must die, stoic philosophy clarify illuminate inspire Software mandating hurts field: Sincere warning, takes us in bad direction Jason's DPR success: P6, Excel, Vplanner, Smartsheet, Bluebam, CMIC, BIM 360, Notevault, crushed project Zero issue right application right time: Problem is mandating ineffective systems Challenge: Stop mandating stupid softwares, let best applications win through competition _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Superintendent role not simple, so why think we're too stupid to use multiple types of applications at right moment? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason in Baltimore hotel heading to project for scheduling. Principle 15 outpace entropy, must have systems correct problems fast enough to outpace natural chaos of project. Never been on project went badly, always pre-construction run well. Nine steps recover project: Stabilize site cleanliness organization safety, organize functional roles by area not scope, focus on contract work not change orders, map plan to finish with flow using takt, standardize meeting systems, discipline around cleanliness safety, fanatical roadblock removal, scrum non-timelined work, get help. What you'll learn in this episode: Principle 15 outpace entropy: Systems correct problems fast enough outpace natural chaos bad behaviors Nine recovery steps: Stabilize site cleanliness safety, organize by area, focus contract work not change orders Map plan with flow: Takt planning, stabilize to finish in flow not needlessly pushing Standardize meetings: Trade partner weekly tactical, foreman huddles, worker huddles, PM team daily 30 minutes Discipline cleanliness safety: Resist temptation go fast unsafe unclean, need flow coordination planning not more manpower Get help: Needless to silently suffer, what if cost $50k versus losing $2.5 million net fee If don't know 100% you have control then you don't have control, you are in trouble. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason reveals colleague said unless life or death no reason overly emotional. Stay calm then handle appropriately. Every business partner not keeping own spiritual commitments never worked out. Art of War win without fighting, when you engage you lose control become animal. Leadership and Self-Deception teaches not get triggered. General superintendent kicked down door got in trouble. General Patton slapped soldiers put in doghouse. What you'll learn in this episode: Emotional control: Unless life or death no reason overly emotional, stay calm handle appropriately Spiritual commitments: Every partner not keeping own commitments never worked out Art of War: Win without fighting, when engage lose control become animal Leadership Self-Deception: Teaches not get triggered, pull back get clarity Script next moves: Reminder in pocket, notepad, win without fighting Intemperate behavior examples: Super kicked door, Patton slapped soldiers How to Win Friends best book, listen every six months until talk think react like book. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason reveals takt book almost done, uploading Friday. Principle 15: Balance and stability, teams can't be filled with waste, overburdened, work unevenly to detriment of schedules and families. Main topic no meeting days. Context switching wastes 5 to 15 minutes every time you switch tasks. Project engineer calculations showed only 12 to 14 hours per week for production work after meetings and context switching. Companies that do customer first burn projects to ground at expense of employees resources families. What you'll learn in this episode: Takt book almost done: Final editing today, upload Friday, Kindle Direct Publishing 2 days after approval Principle 15 balance stability: Teams can't be filled waste, overburdened, work unevenly to detriment schedules families Context switching waste: Takes 5 to 15 minutes to refocus every time you switch tasks, one piece flow even in office Project engineer production time: Only 12 to 14 hours per week after meetings and context switching, could get 24 to 28 with no meeting days No meeting days implementation: Wednesdays Fridays, morning 50 minute huddle only, no coordination BIM anything unless emergency Challenge: Tell corporate to cater to you not other way around, negotiate with owner respectfully, stick with it 6 weeks Companies that do customer first burn projects to ground at expense of employees resources families, best companies take care people first. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason at hotel after scheduling boot camp reveals principle 13: Comfort workers, discomfort staff. Workers need stable environments, respectful conditions, tools, time to work at productive rate. Main topic: 12 consequences of no field representation on leadership teams including disconnected with craft, become brokers not builders, dispatch best field people to fix bad projects instead of prevent. What you'll learn in this episode: Principle 13: Comfort workers discomfort staff, workers need stable environments respectful conditions tools equipment suitable time Scheduling boot camp covered: Parade of trades, 5S game, tact planning, last planner, integrated control system 12 consequences no field representation: Disconnected with craft, deincentivize field positions, become control heavy, stop listening More consequences: Lose PM super partnership, become brokers not builders, focus too much finances, workers feel disconnected Challenge: Develop field people for leadership team, invite senior field to executive positions, improve worker conditions top priority Why is leadership team not set up equally if field and office held equally accountable for quality safety schedule cost? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason introduces the concept of latency, the delay before action takes place, and explains why teams that decide or correct issues under 5 hours have dramatically higher success rates. Traditional project management (CPM) has only a 26% success rate with 21% failures, while Scrum/agile systems achieve 42% success with only 8% failures. The difference? Latency in seeing and acting on problems. A CPM expert called Jason to defend CPM, saying they noticed something felt wrong and caught it two months later via Power BI dashboards. Jason's response: "You just proved my point, with Takt or Scrum, you would have found that in days or hours, not months." Everything must be visual, bring problems to the surface immediately, show clearly what the problem is to everyone, and be easily understood, checked, actionable, fast, and reliable. Put scheduling systems in the hands of people at the place of work doing the actual work. What you'll learn in this episode: Latency = the delay before action takes place (decision-making, removing roadblocks, recovering projects) 5-hour decision window: Teams that decide/correct issues under 5 hours have higher success rates Traditional project management success rates: 26% success, 21% failures, 53% challenged Scrum/agile success rates: 42% success, 8% failures, 50% challenged (26% to 42% is a huge improvement) CPM expert story: Took 2 months to notice the problem via Power BI dashboards, which proved Jason's point Takt systems show problems in days/hours, not months Takt uses 1/12th of the scheduling resources: No scheduling department needed, repurpose them as lean experts Process not people principle: Blame processes and behaviors, not people, shame targets for who they are, accountability targets for what they do Visual systems requirements: Must bring problems to the surface immediately, show clearly what the problem is, be easily understood/checked/actionable/fast/reliable Gemba = the actual place of work where work is taking place Put scheduling in the hands of people at the place of work, doing actual work Reduce latency. See at the gemba. Decide under 5 hours. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason is driving in Washington State to do a scheduling training and shares a powerful insight about discovering your life's purpose. Ask "why" seven times (plus or minus three) until you get chills or a revelation. A company owner discovered their purpose: "to build people and families" (not what you'd expect from their technical trade). Jason's friend discovered: "to find joy in improving the lives of others" (not just "improve lives", the "find joy" qualifier prevents ignoring family, burning out, or staying miserable). The litmus test: if that was your ONLY criterion, what would the consequences be? Once you have your purpose, ask: Can I fulfill this in my current role, marriage, or circumstances? If no, take massive action. Success without fulfillment is the ultimate failure. Misery comes when what you're doing isn't aligned with your core purpose; it creates dissonance and disconnect. The WHAT you do isn't as important as the WHY. You only have one life to live. Stop wasting it being miserable, trapped by golden handcuffs. What you'll learn in this episode: Ask why seven times (plus or minus three): Keep asking until you get chills or a revelation about your core purpose Company example: The executive team independently discovered "to build people and families" as their purpose Friend's purpose: "To find joy in improving the lives of others", the "find joy" qualifier matters Litmus test: If that was your ONLY criterion, what would the consequences be? Does it allow bad outcomes? Purpose vs activity: You can fulfill your purpose in any role (print shop, wilderness guide, COO); what isn't as important as the why Qualifying criteria: Once you have your purpose, ask: Can I fulfill this in my current role/marriage/circumstances? If no: Take massive action to change your situation If it's a stepping stone: Keep moving with massive action If yes: Stay and do a darn good job Success without fulfillment is the ultimate failure Misery comes from misalignment: When what you're doing isn't aligned with core purpose, it creates dissonance You only have one life: Stop wasting it being miserable, trapped by golden handcuffs Ask why seven times. Discover your purpose. Align your life with it. On we go. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason interviews his dad, Ken Schroeder, former truck boss and driver for Service Rock Products, about developing remarkable vendor relationships, specifically with ready-mix concrete suppliers. Ken shares firsthand stories of providing world-class service: 305 yards per hour on big pours, inspectors recommending Service Rock to customers, 7-day breaks instead of 21-day breaks, spotless batch plants, and graded drivers (A through D) who competed to improve. The key insight: service equals 90% of quality. When trucks showed up late at one prison project, concrete went off, and finishers had to patch as they went. At the FCI-2 project with Service Rock, trucks arrived 15 minutes early, breaks came up in 7 days, and the mud was perfect. Ken's philosophy as truck boss: "My sole objective is to make you look good." For general contractors: over-communicate expectations, visit and vet vendors, and develop personal relationships. For vendors: clean equipment matters, total participation from drivers to dispatch, quality control testing, and continuous improvement. What you'll learn in this episode: Service = 90% of quality: Personal relationships, attention to detail, and care translate directly into product quality Grading drivers worked: A through D grading made drivers competitive, D drivers worked up to C to avoid the low grade 305 yards per hour: 2700-yard pour starting at 3am, finished by 6am (top-out crew normally arrived at 9am) 7-day breaks vs 21-day: Service Rock's quality lab tested cylinders, breaks always came up in 7 days, not 14 or 21 Clean = culture: Spotless batch plant, beautiful trucks, concrete-paved paths to fuel islands, customers toured the facility Total participation: Truck boss communicated customer needs to every driver, context matters for service Hot/cold water systems: Hot water tanks for winter (calcium chloride activation), refrigeration units for summer Front-load vs rear-load: Ken prefers rear-load, shoot man controls it, driver watches for cues, safer Vet your vendors: Visit batch plants, inspect equipment, talk to batch operator, check hot/cold water capacity Ken's philosophy: "My sole objective is to make you look good", focus on making your customer successful Develop personal relationships with vendors. Overcommunicate. Vet your suppliers. Service equals quality. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason shares a powerful card game simulation that reveals why teams struggle on construction sites. Leaders assume everyone knows the plan, but they don't. The game puts 7 players in a triangle formation where only the person in front knows the full purpose (everyone needs four of a kind), while people in the back only know "win the game" without knowing what winning looks like. Teams struggle for 45+ minutes, feeling frustrated and in the dark, exactly like trade partners on construction projects with 76-page schedules nobody reads. The reflection always reveals the same insight: over-communicate what winning looks like. Repeat the plan seven times. Don't assume people know. This episode also covers Jason's upcoming Scrum Master Certification training with Felipe Engineer, a successful executive offsite creating organizational clarity, and the "Widen the Circle" principle, master builders loop in team wisdom, seek counsel, and never work as lone wolves. What you'll learn in this episode: The card game simulation: 7 players in a triangle formation (1-2-4), each needs four of a kind, but only the front person knows the full goal Game rules: Can't talk, look forward only, pass cards forward/back, always hold 4 cards, chaos and frustration ensue The lesson: People in the back feel frustrated and in the dark, exactly like trade partners on construction sites What teams do differently: The leader immediately communicates the purpose and plan to everyone, and doesn't assume they know Overcommunicate: Repeat what winning looks like 7 times in foreman huddles, worker huddles, over and over Widen the Circle principle: Loop in team wisdom, seek counsel from other superintendents, and be transparent with owners Teams win through: Trust, healthy conflict, goal setting, accountability, and performance If you're not annoyed by how much something is repeated, you're not communicating enough Scale communication. Don't assume people know the plan. Communicate what winning looks like over and over. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason declares war on CPM scheduling and the industry's broken systems that create crash landings and destroy families. He's grumpy, fired up, and unapologetic as he reads construction productivity data showing the industry has declined since CPM was adopted in 1965, while every other industry improved. Follow the money trail: everyone defending CPM is financially incentivized to keep using a garbage system. But the real conflict is deeper; you're putting work before yourself and your family. Field engineers at boot camp fill out work goals but ignore their personal life goals. Companies will replace you tomorrow and never think about you again, yet you sacrifice your health, marriage, spirituality, and family for a paycheck you can get anywhere. The order of loyalty is God, family, yourself, health, friends, and companies LAST. You're out of sequence, out of balance, and it has to end today. Stop crapping on yourself for a company that doesn't deserve you. What you'll learn in this episode: CPM is garbage: It hides problems, creates variation, wastes 12 weeks, nobody reads it, and it's the most ineffective tool Jason has ever seen Follow the money trail: Every CPM defender works for Oracle, uses P6, or is financially incentivized to protect a broken system Industry productivity data: Since CPM adoption (1965), construction productivity declined 20-32% while all other industries increased 85% Construction waste: 50-75% of labor time is wasted (vs 26% in manufacturing), caused by push systems Excellence vs Perfection: Strive for excellence, not perfection; don't nerd out on one anchor bolt while leaving 49 unchecked Field Engineer Boot Camp ticket story: Six goals (2 work, 1 personal, 1 family, 2 options), but people only complete work goals The real conflict: You're trained to focus on what the job needs before your personal health, safety, and family Order of loyalty: God, family, yourself, health, friends, THEN companies last, never be loyal to a company Your company will replace you: They can replace anyone tomorrow and never think about you again. Stop sacrificing yourself If one person can do it, you can too: Jason went home on time with 11 kids, mega projects, and church callings; you can too Stop putting yourself last. You deserve better. It has to end today. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

You are chemically addicted to emails. Your brain releases endorphins when you check them. Jason breaks down why email addiction is killing productivity and shares two methods to break free: the self-preserving batching method (4-Hour Work Week style) and the one-piece flow method (Paul Acres style). He hilariously ribs project managers glued to their computers while the superintendent begs for attention, explains why work is like football (moving the ball down the field together), not tennis (hitting it back and forth), and challenges PMs to get out of their emails and do the people work their role requires. Stop writing novels for every email; you're not drafting the Constitution. Just send the message and move on. What you'll learn in this episode: Email addiction is real: Your brain releases endorphins and chemicals, you're chemically addicted like Pavlov's dog Work is NOT like tennis: Stop hitting emails back into someone's court, work is like football where the whole team moves the ball down the field together Two methods to break free: Batching (check twice daily at noon and before going home) or one-piece flow (respond immediately using voice, text, or quick replies) Stop overthinking emails: You don't practice speeches for phone calls, why draft novels for emails? Just communicate and move on. Paul Acres' method: Use Voxer, WhatsApp, GroupMe, or text for quick replies, don't let everything become email stew PM/PE challenge: Your role is people work, safety walks, team huddles, mentoring, removing roadblocks, not being a slave to your inbox Leader standard work: Office positions must train teams, hold effective meetings, check in on team health, and provide remarkable experiences Stop being addicted to emails. Get it under control. Get back into your role as a leader. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Do you know what psychological safety is and why it matters? Jason interviews Caitlyn and Cabri about creating fear-free environments where workers can ask questions, make mistakes, and speak up without consequences. The conversation covers suicide prevention (construction has the 2nd worst rate in the US), diversity and inclusion, language that matters ("died by suicide" not "committed suicide"), and why diverse teams always outperform homogeneous ones. Jason shares a vulnerable story of being suspended for failing to defend a woman being talked down to, a month that changed his life and made him productively paranoid about safety and inclusion. The actionable advice is clear: educate yourself, normalize mental health conversations, ask how people are doing and actually care, and create environments where connection happens before correction. What you'll learn in this episode: Psychological safety defined: Freedom from fear, asking questions, and making mistakes without embarrassment or consequences Why it matters: When crews are burdened by fear, you lose team buy-in, innovation, production, and physical safety Construction's suicide crisis: 2nd worst rate in the US, normalize the conversation, use toolbox talks from preventconstructionsuicide.com Language matters: Say "died by suicide", not "committed suicide", it removes stigma and false understanding that the person was weak Actionable steps: Find your EAP resources, talk about mental health in safety meetings, ask about pressures people are under, and connect before you correct Why diverse teams win: Studies show diverse teams outperform homogeneous teams; it's not just right, it's smart business Morning worker huddles build psychological safety when superintendents emotionally connect, but they make it worse if there's no connection Connection before correction. Ask how people are doing and actually care. Create environments where people feel free to speak up. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Meet Franco Jacquinto, CEO and founder of Ipsum, a scheduling and planning software company that integrates Takt planning and prioritizes getting workers home on time. Jason interviews Franco about why the scheduling process is broken, how Ipsum connects high-level planning all the way down to workers in the field, and why construction companies need to stop hiding behind NDAs and closed doors. Franco shares his journey from dropping out of college to spending a year on a construction project and falling in love with the industry. Jason breaks down his integrated control system: Takt plan → phase planning → make ready look aheads → weekly work planning → afternoon foreman huddles → morning worker huddles. The message is clear: CPM is dethroned, transparency wins, and it's time to challenge everything we're doing. What you'll learn in this episode: Why Ipsum matters: Scheduling software that integrates Takt planning, connects the master schedule to workers, and gets people home on time Franco's background: Dropped out of college, spent a year on a construction project, built software for 21st-century scheduling The broken process: CPM → Excel spreadsheets → messy pull planning sessions → engineers wasting hours updating data instead of thinking Jason's integrated control system: Takt governs the project → phase planning → make ready → weekly work planning → afternoon foreman huddles → morning worker huddles Why afternoon foreman huddles work: Foremen plan the next day in the afternoon, giving them overnight to prepare materials and logistics Franco's challenge: Stop doing the same things with different tools—challenge your process, open your doors, involve everyone in planning Jason's war on CPM: It's all-out war against CPM—it needs to be dethroned, and the book is coming to prove it Challenge what you're doing. Be open to new things. Construction companies need to open up and stop acting like their spreadsheet is NASA-level proprietary. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Pull planning is a pain, but it's valuable when done correctly. Jason breaks down the difference between pull planning (a technique) and phase planning (planning up to milestones), then dives into how to implement pull planning the right way. He shares Principle 14 from his book: Pull not Push, pulling contractors into areas when ready creates flow, while pushing them on top of each other causes delays, waste, and quality issues. Jason walks through the backwards pull methodology (right to left from the milestone), explains why going backwards forces creative thinking and flushes out constraints, and shares Elevate Construction's virtual pull planning system with homework templates and Blue Beam setup. The hierarchy is clear: flow where you can with Takt, pull when you can't, and push when you must, but CPM push systems are wasteful and detrimental. What you'll learn in this episode: Pull planning vs phase planning: Pull planning is a technique for planning phases up to milestones, you can also use Takt, traditional methods, or other approaches Principle 14: Pull not Push, pulling contractors when ready creates flow; pushing them on top of each other causes delays, waste, and poor quality The backwards pull: Work right to left from the milestone, list predecessors/constraints on each tag, and don't move forward until all needs are addressed Why backwards works: Forces creative thinking, flushes out constraints and handoffs that would delay work if not identified early Elevate Construction method: Homework template, swim lanes, Blue Beam sessions, color coding, and trust-building before commitment The hierarchy: Flow where you can (Takt), pull when you can't (pull planning), push when you must (CPM)—but avoid push systems whenever possible Flow where you can, pull when you can't, push when you must. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Do you feel failure to the point that you don't make decisions and move forward? Jason breaks down why failing forward fast is the key to success in construction, and why adults struggle with it more than kids. Using the Culver's vs In-N-Out analogy, he explains why detaching parts of a process creates waste that looks fast but isn't. He shares Principle 13 from his book (cut for being "only" a 10/10): be flexible and nimble, make decisions slowly with team consensus but act quickly once decided. The key is knowing when your risk profile changes and you must decide now. Fail forward fast on mockups, JHAs, Takt plans, and meetings. But never fail with safety or high-risk items, fail on paper, in planning, in draft form before execution. What you'll learn in this episode: Culver's vs In-N-Out: Why detaching order-pay-receive creates waste that masks the true throughput of the system, apply this to construction workflows Principle 13: Flexible and nimble means make decisions slowly with consensus, then implement fast with command and control enforcing team decisions The Opposing Lines game: Why adults take 40+ minutes while kids solve it in 10, we overthink instead of failing forward fast When to fail forward: Mockups, JHAs, Takt plans, meetings, preconstruction, collaboration, get it wrong on paper before execution Decision timing: Make decisions before your risk profile changes, waiting too long costs 10x more than deciding now Jim Collins: Unify the team after decisions, even dissenters must violently support the final choice or select themselves off the bus A good plan violently executed today is better than a perfect plan next week. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

The enemy is waste and variation, not your people. Jason breaks down why construction leaders need to raise their setpoint and fight harder against the real threats on every project. Using the Roman Triari as an analogy, he explains why senior superintendents and experienced builders are the elite third line, the ones it comes down to when projects struggle, when people are disrespected, or when hard decisions must be made. This episode includes a vintage interview with Gray Childs about Roman military lessons: organization, embracing technology, leadership, and how Roman soldiers were also the builders of roads, aqueducts, and the Colosseum. Everything on site is trying to kill us if left uncontrolled; it comes down to us to protect our people. What you'll learn in this episode: Principle 12 from Jason's book: Control what you can, focus on cleanliness, safety, organization, and planning to keep team morale high Why the Triari matters: Elite Roman soldiers held the third line as the decisive force. "it comes down to the Triari" meant carrying it to the bitter end Jason's challenge: If someone is repeatedly unsafe and still on your job on Monday, you're not protecting your people like you should be Gray Childs on Roman lessons: Organization, embracing technology, leadership, and how the Roman army was also master builders The real enemy: Waste and variation are trying to kill us, ruin families, and destroy careers. We must fight harder against them, not each other Families are counting on us to bring their loved ones home safely. It comes down to us. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason's voice is gone from yelling at boot camp, so we're bringing you two vintage episodes from when he first started podcasting at DPR. First, Brent Elliott breaks down why empathy is his superpower, reading people daily, asking "how are you doing?" first, and building people while building the building. Second, Jake Smiley shares why making real connections matters, shutting your mouth to listen, finding common ground beyond construction, and building trust that improves communication. These classic interviews remind us that who we build is as important as what we build. What you'll learn in this episode: Why empathy means tailoring your approach to each person instead of treating everyone like a nail when you're the hammer Brent's daily practice: read people's mood, ask how they're doing first, and care about them before diving into work Jake's method: shut your mouth, listen, find common ground in hobbies and family, and build genuine connections Why building relationships first leads to better communication, more safety reporting, and stronger trust with subs and inspectors The warning: don't reach too far or be fake, people can tell when you're not sincere We're dealing with people. If we tear them down reaching the goal, what does that mean at the end of the day? If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

It takes 6 seconds to make a world of difference, but only 4 seconds for your brain to talk you out of it. Nelson Atagi shares the story of two Marines in Ramadi who stood their ground for 6 seconds while a truck bomb barreled toward them, saving 150 sleeping soldiers and sacrificing their own lives. Jason and Nelson break down what those 6 seconds mean for us, 6 seconds to call your spouse, dance with your kids, ask a coworker how they're doing, or stop an unsafe act. When you've already decided to do the right thing, those 6 seconds change everything. What you'll learn in this episode: The story of Jonathan Yale and Jordan Haerter, two Marines who gave 6 seconds and saved 150 lives in Ramadi, 2008 Why your brain will talk you out of doing the right thing in 4 seconds, unless you've already decided before the moment arrives How servicemen and women train themselves to make the right decision instantly because they've decided ahead of time The challenge: Use your 6 seconds to call someone, show you care, stop an unsafe act, or serve, don't let 4 seconds talk you out of it Why buildings and projects mean nothing if we don't take care of the people we work with and love Decide now who you're going to be. When the 6 seconds come, you won't have time to decide; you'll only have time to act. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Wake up. Apathy will kill you here. If pornography hasn't touched your life already, it's going to rip huge gaping holes in it. Jason tackles one of the most destructive yet hidden issues affecting construction workers, leaders, and families, pornography addiction. He shares stories of brilliant construction professionals whose lives were destroyed, marriages that ended, and families torn apart by an addiction as chemically powerful as cocaine or heroin. This episode explains why we're losing the battle against pornography, how the addiction cycle rewires the brain, and why bringing it into the light is the only path to recovery. If you can't stop, you have a problem, and you need help. What you'll learn in this episode: Why Jason knows as many people whose lives have been destroyed by pornography as by serious construction injuries—and why we must talk about it The addiction cycle: preoccupation, ritualization, acting out, despair, and how it escalates into illegal acts and destroyed marriages Why pornography is a chemical addiction that rewires the brain and desensitizes people to real human relationships The truth about recovery: disclosure is the key, and 12-step support programs are essential, just like with alcoholism Jason's challenge: Ask yourself, "Can I stop?" If the answer is no, bring it into the light and get help before it destroys your life Elevate Construction's mission is to respect workers, train leaders, and preserve families. This episode serves that mission by addressing the hidden enemy destroying marriages and lives in silence. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

If you doubled your communication, it wouldn't be enough. If you quadrupled it, still not enough. You need to multiply it by seven. Jason tackles the number one problem on construction projects: teams aren't communicating because they don't trust each other and they're not really a team. He breaks down why the plan can't live in one person's head, why visual communication must be everywhere on your project, and how the communication thermometer rises from 20% to 100% when teams build trust through proximity. Jason also paints a vivid picture of what a pristine, well-organized project looks like with visual boards, clean job sites, and morning worker huddles that build rapport and culture. What you'll learn in this episode: Why you need to communicate important points seven times before people will act, and why most teams communicate at only 20% The communication thermometer: how to rally teams around increasing transparency and trust to prevent costly rework Why 50% of communication is body language, 43% is voice, and only 7% is words, and how to match, mirror, and pace to build rapport The truth about IPD and big rooms: more emails and texts mean better throughput of communication, not wasted time Jason's detailed walkthrough of a pristine project site with visual communication everywhere, from wayfinding signs to huddle boards on every floor Without proximity, there's no culture. Without culture, there's no trust. Without trust, there's no communication. Without communication, nobody performs. Increase your communication thermometer and start winning. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason reveals 205 episodes times 25 minutes equals 5,125 minutes, 85 hours of podcast, probably 100 hours. In Baltimore Maryland with the DPR crew hanging out with best friends. Jim Collins quote about right people on bus: five basic characteristics for the right person. Main topic going fast but together. Think fast anticipate problems spot industry trends, companies that didn't switch to webinars online learning remote events during COVID-19 obsolete out of business. Make decisions quickly eliminate bureaucracy, unbundle everything visible accessible quickly and relevant. Get to market faster, Jason's takt planning book two weeks away first definitive book about takt planning. Sustain maintain velocity outpace entropy. What you'll learn in this episode: 205 episodes math: 205 times 25 minutes equals 5,125 minutes, divide by 60 equals 85 hours, probably 100 hours worth of podcast Jim Collins right people on bus: Five basic characteristics for being right person on bus, wrong people off bus, right people in right seats Think fast: Anticipate problems see roadblocks, spot industry trends, companies didn't switch to webinars online learning during COVID-19 now obsolete out of business Make decisions quickly: Create rules parameters guidelines bumpers, eliminate bureaucracy, unbundle everything visible accessible quick fast relevant Get to market faster than others: Jason's takt planning book two weeks away, first definitive book, editor jamming Katie going through story, first one out wins Sustain maintain velocity: Calculate odds prove it, apply resources ruthlessly, measure key metrics, maintain financial flexibility, don't believe your own PR ask customers You have to go fast together, do right things, not chase the next shiny thing or overburden people, outpace entropy, destroy decay of projects. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason at FE Boot Camp Utah State Fair Park Zion building with horseshoe setup snowing outside 6 to 9:30pm sessions Tony Robbins energy with music dancing movement. Then reveals nothing evil about being rich, more money more people you can help, obligation to be as rich as possible. Main topic: Rest and sleep. 2014 University of Illinois study employees in windowless offices lose 46 minutes sleep per night, bodies need natural light for circadian rhythms. Stanford study Chinese workers working from home 13% more productive than offices. Jason calling out stupid people who say napping is bad, sleep when you die, stay up with us. Four hour work week: Longer it takes to manage project worse you are at job, overworking is waste. What you'll learn in this episode: FE Boot Camp facility: Utah State Fair Park Zion building, horseshoe setup, four speakers, high vaulted ceiling, windows, music equipment, snowing outside, 6 to 9:30pm sessions Nothing wrong with being rich: More money more people you can help, more time more help, more wisdom more advice, obligation to be as rich as possible 2014 University of Illinois study: Employees windowless offices lose 46 minutes sleep per night, bodies need natural light for circadian rhythms Stanford study Chinese workers: Working from home 13% more productive than only working in offices Jason calling out: Napping is bad, you don't need sleep, sleep when you die, stay up with us, don't sleep at work unprofessional, sins of fathers passed down Four hour work week insights: Limit email twice per day, avoid meetings without clear objectives, end time for meetings, empower others to act without interrupting Longer it takes to manage large project worse you are at job, least amount you work on project indication of how good you are. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason after 17 hour boot camp day breaks down Carol Dweck's fixed mindset (intelligence static, avoid challenges, give up easily) vs growth mindset (intelligence can be developed, embrace challenges, persist through setbacks). Then reveals rich vs poor mindset: Poor mindset consumes (buy house, car, phone, clothes), lives in scarcity, doesn't rock boat, hopes for miracles, obeys authority, waits for permission, goes to college for a job. Rich mindset invests (training, businesses, real estate, stocks), doesn't live in scarcity, thinks big, works for goals, reads researches studies, solves problems, not victim, takes calculated risks. Most public school lessons are false: CPR changed seven times, going under the desk in an earthquake worst thing (should be next to the desk for a triangle). What you'll learn in this episode: Carol Dweck fixed mindset: Intelligence static, avoid challenges, give up easily, see effort as fruitless, threatened by others, plateau early Carol Dweck growth mindset: Intelligence developed, embrace challenges, persist setbacks, effort is path to mastery, learn from criticism John Taylor Gatto seven lessons school teaches: Confusion, class position, indifference, emotional dependency, intellectual dependency, provisional self-esteem, no hiding places Poor mindset explained: Consume house car phone clothes, live in scarcity, don't rock boat, hope for miracle, obey authority, wait for permission Rich mindset explained: Invest in training businesses real estate stocks, think big, work for goals, read research study, solve problems, calculated risks Most public school lessons false: CPR changed seven times, go under desk in earthquake crushes you (should be next to desk for triangle), need budgeting investing family dynamics Clarity mindset personal organization morning routine work together to design person, if missing any not going as far as you can be. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason reveals listening is essential for collaboration, if people know you're not listening they can't weigh in, if they can't weigh in they can't buy in. Recording from hotel at boot camp not recording booth. Before power communication with rapport people said Jason you're not paying attention, now gets feedback thank you for caring being sincere really hearing me. Problem now: when listening he forgets what he wants to say, proves he's actually paying attention. Seven ineffective habits: not paying attention, false listening (nodding uh-huh), rehearsing (waiting to speak), interrupting (Jason admits still does to wife), hearing what's expected (finishing sentences), feeling defensive, listening for disagreement. Stephen Covey oxygen: Not being listened to is like oxygen sucked out of room. What you'll learn in this episode: Listening enables collaboration: If people know you're not listening they can't weigh in, if can't weigh in they can't buy in Seven ineffective listening habits: Not paying attention (ignoring speaker watching TV reading), false listening (pretending nodding uh-huh), rehearsing (chatter in mind waiting to speak), interrupting (Jason still does to wife), hearing what's expected (finishing sentences), feeling defensive (defend instead of understand), listening for disagreement (attorney shouting I object) Four ways to achieve effective listening: Focus (pay attention even with dull topics, observe body language voice inflection non-verbal cues), establish rapport (mirror body language rhythm voice tone pace not manipulation), paraphrase what was heard (summarize sender's message give back speaker's words), listen for whole message (meanings in verbal and non-verbal, ideas feelings intentions facts positives and unpleasant) Integrated control system: No longer command and control, integrated control where team decides together weighs in buys in, keep control of project sites Stephen Covey oxygen analogy: Not being listened to is like oxygen sucked out of room, they won't weigh in won't buy in Great listeners are great leaders, write Q card and intentionally practice becoming amazing listener. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason reveals how clarity, personal organization, mindset, and morning routine tie together after coaching call epiphany. Tony Robbins designed Tony, calls that name the monkey mind randomness and lack of discipline goes away. HVAC analogy: Clarity document is thermostat setpoint (where you want to go), mindset is mental setpoint aligning with temperature you want, personal organization is capacity of duct system and units and power feed, morning routine is when during day at key moments setpoints change to make environment right. Morning meditation: Prayer, box breathing, hand on heart grateful twice, breathe in energy push out twice, ask what one thing I need to do today. What you'll learn in this episode: Tony Robbins designed Tony: Calls that name the monkey mind randomness lack of discipline goes away, shows up how he needs to be Consulting retainers: Clients take idea implement come back with results, energy positivity growth over the top, consultant helps show you the holes in ship HVAC analogy explained: Clarity document is thermostat setpoint (where you want room to be), mindset forms mental setpoint to align with temperature, personal organization is capacity of duct system units power feed, morning routine is when setpoints change Can't have personal organization without clarity document: Vision mission values big hairy audacious goal strengths what's most important goals show up in leader standard work weekly basis Morning meditation process: Prayer, box breathing, hand on heart grateful for something sincerely grateful twice, breathe in energy push out to United States world family twice, ask what one thing need to do today Giving vs taking mentality: Time block activities in taking mentality won't be successful, have to be in giving mentality, ask from heaven or universe what key things are, do time blocking with gratitude and giving If you're in take mode people say I don't want to work with Jason he's looking out for his own career, if honestly always giving they say I'll support that guy anywhere. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Jason celebrates episode 200 announcing the Elevating Construction Superintendent book now out on Audible, paperback, Kindle, ebook. At the bioscience research laboratory he had a builder foundation from Hensel Phelps, CM BIM certification, DBIA, lean core training, read 15 lean books, finished on time under budget, great team, clean organized and safe. Then shares a powerful Tony Robbins wall story: 350 plus pound woman had to come over an 8 to 10 foot wall, Jason saw in her eyes she knew she was going to fall and die but decided to trust the team anyway. Her focus went from ground to Jason's eyes, she reached hand up, Jason summoned all strength and hauled her over the wall no matter what. What you'll learn in this episode: Elevating Construction Superintendent book: Out on Audible, paperback, Kindle, ebook, basic principles needed for building career as true builder Jason's training base: Builder foundation from Hensel Phelps, flew around country over 700 times, boarded plane over 500 times at Hensel teaching field engineers Bioscience research laboratory: Had CM BIM, DBIA, lean core training, read 15 lean books, finished on time under budget, great team, clean organized safe Tony Robbins wall story: 350 plus pound woman had to come over 8 to 10 foot wall, no harness, no fail safe, Jason only one to help Her eyes: Knew she was going to fall die damage organs break leg arm concussion, but decided to trust team, focus went from ground to Jason's eyes Jason's decision: No matter what you're getting over this wall, if she's going down I'm going down with her, summoned courage strength, hauled her over Mission: By sheer accident of being tall thrown into trainings with best builders, vision to help everyone else over wall, tanked retirement fund to start business Moments are molecules that make up eternity, behind every job team person are families children thousands of posterity affected by our actions. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw