Hoots on the Ground | The Lean Builder

Tune into this first episode of the second season! Hoots highlights one of his lean heroes, Niklas Modig! The author of This is Lean who coached Hoots when he was with DPR Construction. Niklas helped Hoots understand the story of the Toyota dealership that won the award of Role Model of the Year. This company went from being one of the worst performing dealerships (#287) to the best performing company as judged by Toyota. Niklas had the opportunity to interview the young CEO of the company that made the four year profound change. The CEO informed Niklas that this was a 4-step process and he proceeded to outline the process on the dry-erase board. Step1 = Everyone gets the same training. Step2 = Everyone begins to see the work through the same lens. Step 3 = Everyone begins to suggest improvements for the work Step 4 = Everyone begins to implement the suggested improvements This process pushes form but then allows the information to be pulled from those who are closest to the work. This is a great example of how to push form and pull content. Whether you are doing team health assessments, trust circles, player cards or other ways of pushing form, always ensure you're pulling the content! We do this by asking open ended and inquisitive questions to flip the switch between being a teacher and a learner. We must allow for variation to happen. By pulling content from the front lines, we are able to discuss and improve the things that actually matter. Maybe we will challenge Niklas Modig to come on to the show and share some efficiency paradox learnings with us! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Niklas Modig | https://www.linkedin.com/in/niklas-modig-bb9947/

In this episode, Hoots discovers and introduces the lean builder nation to Justin Uyar, of Shelco Contractors out of Charlotte, NC. Justin is a newlywed, and super proud of his new wife who is a vet technician! Somehow Justin ended up going to Clemson yet is a Carolina Gamecock fan. If you're from the southeast, this is a big sin! Justin started on the route to becoming a civil engineer. After spending a few years on the office side of construction, he made the shift to a Superintendent and hasn't ever looked back. In fact, one of his old bosses is still waiting for Justin to come back from the field! Justin has been a part of a build with the largest building in Charlotte, the Bank of America building! This building is visible when watching the Carolina Panthers. Hoots admires Justin for this thinking ability and his question game. Justin dives into exactly how his experience has helped him to well round his questions. You can tell through this interview that Justin thinks different and is bringing a new mentality to the construction industry. He is making a difference on his projects and challenges you to do the same on yours! Justin talks about his second project in the industry when he was asked to do the impossible and split two offices into 4 offices. With a cool and calm manner, Justin and the team made this happen while exceeding the expectations of his client! All around, Justin is a stand-up person who is spreading love and team building throughout the construction industry. Justin ends with his message to the world of "Don't let the message get lost in the way you deliver it!" He sums it up by saying don't serve me a perfectly good steak on an old dirty trash can lid, because he is not going to eat it!! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Justin Uyar | https:/Infor/www.linkedin.com/in/justinuyar/

Matt Olshefski shares his 26th wedding anniversary with Adam Hoots on this episode of The Lean Builder's Hoots on the Ground with No Bullshido! He dives into the story of meeting his wonderful bride in the parking lot! Matt mentions trust as being important to maintain a relationship for 26 years! Matt started his lean journey as a laborer on a construction site and has progressed to his current role as a Superintendent with O&G Industries and even discusses his future role as a lean champion! He dives into a story from his journey into curiosity which helped him graduate to the next level. Listening to the workers, having patience, and be curious all helped Matt to discover how to be a Superintendent. Speaking even louder and closer to Hoots' heart, Matt is a living kidney donor! It doesn't take much to see if you qualify to donate a kidney to someone (like Hoots!) in need! Matt jokes that after that process you're cleared to become an astronaut! Matt talks about how that led to donating and volunteering with the local fire department after a major hurricane event! Recipient of Firefighter of the Year for his efforts, he is just a good dude that gives repeatedly! Matt compares his duties as a firefighter to his duties as a Superintendent. He discusses how to analyze a situation before running in and firing of solutions. All about training, muscle memory and making sure you're safe then others. Safety being the upmost in each of the professions. Huge shoutouts to Ryan Popp, lean consultant with ASKM Associates as Matt discusses his resistance to lean when he first started. Not wanting to do simulations and "additional work", he turned away the daily huddle and the boards on the wall. Finally, Ryan was able to convert him into the amazing lean builder that he is today! Matt is able to talk about "That Magic Moment, when it all clicked and the team came together!" An episode worth tuning in for! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Matt Olshefski | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-olshefski-45921756/ Ryan Popp | https://www.linkedin.com/in/popp/

In this episode, Hoots on the Ground discusses the comfort zone! Hoots runs through why the comfort zone is important and how we need to move through our fear zone and into the learning and growth zone. Hoots shows off some of the famous illustrator Jennifer Lacy's work. Be comfortable being uncomfortable! Hoots explains some of the awkward moment in his personal life! For instance, have you ever been on an elevator and experienced the awkward silence?! Not with Hoots! You better be ready for a dad joke or something silly to break up that moment. Seek those awkward moments because growth is taking place! Tune in to hear Rafa and Andrew with Bosch Refine My Site crash this recording with a random phone call as Hoots was recording – AND Hoots answered!! Hear some of the convo live in this podcast! Hoots dives into what good stress is and helps to breakdown the Yerkes and Dodson law as he shows some diagrams on this vodcast! This is also known as the Goldilocks rule meaning not too much stress, not too little stress, but just enough to keep someone's attention! Hoots closes the podcast out with a challenge to the Lean Builder Nation to go out and be comfortable being uncomfortable. Hoots even offers a few ways to go out and practice getting outside your comfort zone today! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions No BS with Jen & Jess | https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-bs-with-jen-jess/

In this episode, Hoots on the Ground interviews George Hunt who is on a project site in North Carolina. George dives into his curious self, insert Curious George joke here! He tells us about his family's Christmas tree farm where he worked until high school. The conversation was brilliant as George enlightens us throughout this entire episode! Sir George breaks down what he learned from the 2022 LCI Congress and helps the lean builder nation understand how he is helping to improve the construction industry. George speaks on the shift that the industry is currently making and the progress that he has witnessed over his career. He tells us how lean benefits everyone from the owner to the trade worker! Sir George tossed out some of the best advice on how to get started with lean. George tosses out there, start with yourself! Once you get yourself in order, then you can start working with others to improve! Sir George breaks down exactly what a lean builder is. A lean builder is one who approaches their work with a sense of respect for people and seeks and achieves improvement every day. George reminds us of Colin Milberg's famous quote, "Variation is the root of all evil" George goes on to discuss what true respect for people means and how the lean construction world has not adopted the correct definition of respect for people. George challenges the industry to get out and ask questions to be able to learn from one another! That is the only thing that will propel the construction industry forward! Learn something from someone today! Whatever you do, don't tell George to "Prove it" or to "Show me!" George closes the podcast with the sage advice of those who are doing it, keep doing it and those who are not, figure out how you become a change agent to make this industry a better place! Be the change that you want to see! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: • www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: • Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions • George Hunt | https://www.linkedin.com/in/huntg/

In this episode, Hoots on the Ground interviews Kevin Rice, Chief Operating Officer for Elevate Construction and discovers a laborer that went from ripping out flooring, to placing concrete, and eventually managing work for a General Contractor. Currently he is coaching construction teams on takt planning nationwide and in Canada! Hoots and Kevin took part in Elevate Construction's field engineer boot camp, where we assisted teams in surveying, excavating, laying out, forming, and placing concrete. This was a true immersive learning experience as we bared the freezing conditions in Phoenix, AZ! Kevin talks about some of his memories as coming up through the trades. He challenges the audience to think about what is the rock in your life that you just must put your head down and move!? Find the piles of rock in your life, and deal with them!! Kevin successfully predicts the World Series champion, Houston Astros and sports his 6+4+3=2 shirt! Kevin encourages young people to get into the trades and try to learn something to advance and develop a career in construction. An all around amazing human being making the construction industry better through coaching and helping teams takt plan. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Kevin Rice | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-rice/

In this episode, Hoots on the Ground interviews Dr. Colin Milberg and hears his story on how he went from packing dumpsters and swinging hammers demolishing work. Working for his father, who was a residential contractor AND a psychologist. His mother, also a psychologist, Colin has an interesting and unique view on respect for people. Colin tells story after story on how he came to know about lean! Including, how he made it back to school at UC Berkley studying under Glenn Ballard. Colin tells us about his relationship with Glenn Ballard and Greg Howell, the two creators of The Last Planner System. Tune in to learn a little bit more about who these two amazing changemakers are! Dr. Milberg comes from a pracademic mindset where he understands the academic understanding but also has a unique ability to help theory be applied in real life practitioner setting. This comes from remembering his own times as being an iron worker in the field as a part of 'The Big Dig' in Boston, MA. In addition, getting to know people as individuals is the only way to inspire change! Colin and Hoots discuss the word "Ikigai" and how to connect people to their purpose on earth. Colin highlights his PHD advisor, Iris Tommelein and how amazing it was to work with her. Colin's thesis was based on tolerances, tune in to better understand. Colin shares some awesome tricks on how to encourage trade partners to speak up during Last Planner System meetings. Colin drops the microphone by helping us understand what helps people to change! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website https://ascelibrary.org/doi/abs/10.1061/40671(2003)93 | Colin's PHD Research on tolerances GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Colin Milberg | https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinmilberg/

In this episode, Hoots on the Ground downloads the Lean Builder Nation on LCI NOLA style! Live from New Orleans, LA Hoots does a quick pause & reflect moment near the river and you're able to hear some of the street performers playing music in the background. Hoots highlights some of the best presentations that he witnesses at LCI and talks a little bit about the Unconference, which was his highlight this year! This podcast covers how important pause & reflect is and illustrates some traditional ways that construction teams pause & reflect. Hoots also recommends several other ways that construction teams can pause & reflect from a lean mindset. The episode finishes with some amazing street music as performed by Ms. Patty right on the riverfront! Enjoy y'all! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

This episode is video of Lean Construction Blog's Lean in the Field Conference from a month ago and Adam Hoots introduces the world to his wife Brittany Hoots. Adam claims that Brittany has taught him more than anyone else when it comes to trust. Tune in to hear them flow together on how important trust is, how to make, maintain, and measure trust. Hoots breaks down the circle of trust process and shows photos of the Trusted Trade Title being awarded to the most trusted trades of a previous project. You don't want to miss this episode as Trust is the most important piece of our project teams! Unfortunately, the Construction industry has trust issues. Some of those are identified in this podcast. Fair warning, Brittany is one amazing individual! She brings the knowledge when it comes to building trust! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Brittany Hoots | https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-hoots-97719814/ | Amazing wife of Adam Hoots

In this episode Tom and Jeremy share their secrets on how they've gotten the LCI Community of Practice performing to the next level! LCI has selected New Orleans, LA and Jeremy and Tom explain the theme of LCI Congress which starts the week of 10/17/2022. What is Gumbo? Who makes the best Gumbo!? Here Hoots get a little vulnerable while Tom and Huckleberry as they teach him exactly what gumbo is and what the roux of lean construction is! Tom breaks down how he is dealing with the pressure of the entire lean community coming to New Orleans to witness all of the amazing things that are going on! He gives advice and credit to all of the wonderful volunteers that are more than willing to give! Tom and Jeremy shout out a bunch of the LCI New Orleans Community of Practice volunteers!! They toss a bunch of teasers out there in an effort to get folks fired up about attending LCI congress! The keynote speakers are discussed and what they plan to talk about. Get the details in this podcast only! Wait until you find out what the Lean Congress Unconference is! Such an engaging way to get the brilliance out of people! Something that has never been done before in the history of LCI Congress' to date! The Unpanel Unconference, hold onto your hats! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions New Orleans LCI Community of Practice | https://www.linkedin.com/company/lci-new-orleans-community-of-practice/ Tom Weathers | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-weathers-aia-6903824/ Jeremy Atkinson | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-atkinson-1b122415/

In this episode, Hoots meets Carey George and discuss his approach to running work and how he's always had a lean mindset when building projects. As a superintendent with over 45 years of construction experience, Carey offers a lot of wise knowledge in this episode! Carey highlights Keith Patterson from Waco Construction who taught him how to be a great Superintendent. The conversation ranges from stop starting to start finishing all the way to meeting Carey's current project team. Carey goes into detail about BE&K's lean journey and talks about the way he visualizes the schedule, utilizing a stoplight scheduling approach to managing production. There are even photos in this episode to show you the boards he uses on his project site. This episode is all about people. Carey is a true people person that knows how to motivate and inspire folks to get things done. You hear that in Ms. Jennifers voice as she talks about her three male heroes in her life and you guessed it!! Mr. Carey George is one of those three people! Do yourself a favor and don't ever tell Carey George that you emailed someone when you could call them or you might just hear "Let me tell you something" which is your cue to get out of there! Carey also touches base on multi-tasking as a myth and we learn together that on average it takes 23 minutes to recover from context switching! All of this and more as we introduce Carey George to the lean construction world… ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Carey George | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carey-george-2b1737123/

In this episode, Hoots discovers who James Bouton is! James tells us about all of his girls and his mission to bring compassion into the world. He tells us all about his lean journey and experience working with a Japanese based General Contractor. The conversation lightly touches on mental health and death by suicide. Brace yourself as Hoots gets on his soap box when it comes to Percent Plan Complete! Fair warning, there are some personal statements made in this podcast! James also discussed his experience with Jason Schroeder's recent boot camp! Hoots and Bouton talk about the Savannah Bananas and how they're bringing a lean mindset to the game of baseball. Flipping the focus to flow efficiency over resource efficiency. Using a fans first mindset, something we should all strive for! James shouts out his family in people he wants to recognize! He talks about his favorite song to dance to on the project site and his way of winning the workers! He is making some serious changes in worker expectations as a project leader in Savannah, GA! Even hugging trade workers on site!! James drops the concept of the happy tree on us! The point where you drop off all of your problems and issues before you get to the home! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions James Bouton | https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-b-28741144/

In this episode, Keyan and Hoots discuss chapter 7 from The Lean Builder. This chapter describes the race between Alan and his father while trying to chop down a row full of trees as Alan was growing up. You either have to read the book or listen to the podcast to find out result of the story! Constantly 'sharpening our saw' allows us to be more productive in the long run. This is something that Hoots makes clear as he asks for specific instruction from Key in this episode. You will not want to miss this quick hitter to remind you to sharpen your saw! Have you sharpened your saw lately? ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Keyan Zandy | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyanzandy/

This episode, Spencer Easton announces big changes in his life and appreciation and admiration for the lean community who has had his back through some tough times over the last few weeks. From his first vehicle, an ambulance to being a recovering CMP guru, to his father who helped Spencer develop a love hate relationship with construction – Spencer puts it all out there! He is by far one of the most genuine and sincere guest we have had on the show to date. Spencer was a co-author for the book Elevating Takt Planning and dives into the book. Plus, he brings proof of the first person to document the Skilled Trades Alliance Elementary Classroom Clarity Takt metric! You do not want to miss this episode as he compares takt planning to music! Spencer tells us about his new role as a lean champion at Mortensen Construction! Find out what he is going to be doing and how advanced Mortensen is in the lean world, specifically with regards to takt (flow) planning. Especially with the addition of Spencer, they are leading the industry in takt planning. Spencer highlights those people who made a difference in his life! You have a tune in to find out who that is! Spoiler Alert: One of his people, made him! All this and more within this super deep episode highlighting Spencer Easton! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website https://youtu.be/ICPsue1jJAE | What is lean? Feat. Spencer Easton https://takting.com/ | Takting A free Takt Software thisislean.com | This is Lean book Niklas Modig GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Spencer Easton | https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-easton/

Tune in to this episode to meet Kyle Potts, the Unicorn of Superintendents! Kyle is a true "pracademic" as he is running a major project, earned two master's degrees, and is currently working on obtaining a doctorate degree! Wow!! Not to mention, he predicted his future as a toddler when he told his pre-k class that he wanted to be a doctor and wear a yellow hat! He is well on his way as he pursues his doctorate degree at Purdue University! How are you spending your time? 1 hour of social media per day for each day of the year equivalates to 9 full working weeks! How much value could you add to this world with an extra 9 full working weeks? Kyle recommends putting down social media and picking up a book! Have you ever built the second floor at the same time you're installing foundations? That is how Kyle and the Walsh team put together the latest addition to the DFW airport. This is a must tune in and listen to as we learn about Kyle and how he learns every day! Congratulations on your national innovation award Walsh and trade partner team! The video can be witnessed further below in the show notes. Having worked all around Dallas, Kyle highlights several folks and projects that impacted his career! Working with Deloitte University, Toyota, DFW, and several other clients, Kyle has learned from each client's perspective. A great episode and tons of fun learning with Kyle. Whatever you do, don't tell Kyle to think outside the box! What does that mean to you? ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: • www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website • https://youtu.be/OQ1fzvoyTxY | Video on airport pre-fab • https://youtu.be/SqGRnlXplx0 | Video on filling up the water bottle! GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: • Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions • Kyle Potts | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-potts-mcsm-mba-4027b269/

In this episode, Hoots discusses one of his favorite topics: Capability development! How many times on project sites have you heard, I don't care how you get it done, just get it done! This completely misses out on the point of innovation and improving on what we are doing. With too much emphasis on productivity and not enough on capability development, the construction industry doesn't take advantage of compound knowledge! In this episode you'll learn more about what the word capability means and how important it is to align on exactly what the meaning is. We also uncover what are the different levels or layers of capability development which starts with the focus on the individual, then proceeds to a team level, followed by the organization and industry levels. We will also learn about the different stages of mastery too! Finally, Hoots on the Ground teases some ways to develop capabilities which will be discussed in future episodes. Those include: Pause & Reflect Comfort Zone The Art of Questioning Radical Candor Feedback Push Form, Pull Content Culture – Yes Jen Lacy, Culture! You want to listen to this episode to better understand how to extract knowledge from the workforce to drive innovation on your project! You will learn that being intentional about developing capabilities will allow you to develop more capabilities and ultimately be more productive!! Challenge question: What is your capability? And how do you develop it? ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website Link for Charles Duhig Work: Power of Habit https://www.amazon.com/Power-Habit-What-Life-Business-ebook/dp/B0055PGUYU/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2NL21PBDTJ9YQ&keywords=power+of+habit&qid=1661450342&s=digital-text&sprefix=power+ofhabit%2Cdigital-text%2C96&sr=1-1 Smarter Faster Better https://www.amazon.com/Smarter-Faster-Better-Transformative-Productivity-ebook/dp/B00Z3FRYB0 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-reed-9261681/ | Dean Reed LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-ciepliski-1608603/ | Carla Ciepliski LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/halmacomber/ | Hal Macomber LinkedIn GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

In this episode, Harry Schmidt, director of business strategy for O'Shea Builders, brings up a book titled The 5,000 Year Leap: A Miracle that Changed the World, which is about how framers built The Constitution of the United States. Hoots compares this to the CDC's socio-ecological model on how to prevent disease spread. Both concepts are compared to how the construction industry develops individual, team, organizational, and industry capabilities. To change the outcomes, you must change yourself, look at yourself first, and get your own house in order: Mother Theresa said, "If you want to change the world, go home and love your family!" Patrick Lencioni's ideal team player gets to this point as well in much of his text. There are some great one liners to consider in this episode: It is human nature to want to matter. The culture is defined as the worst behavior that a leader is willing to accept. What's right over who's right! You teach what you accept! Hungry, humble, smart approach. Listen in on this free-ranging chat on how to develop capabilities for yourself and your team. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website https://www.amazon.com/5000-Year-Leap-Cleon-Skousen/dp/0880801484 | The 5,000 Year Leap https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Socio-ecological-model-framework-for-prevention-centers-for-disease-control-Available_fig1_318840832 | Socioecological model GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Harry Schmidt | https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-schmidt/ | director of business strategy, O'Shea Builders

Tune into this episode as L.R. (Lee, Leandris) informs the Lean Builder Nation who he is and where he got his initials from! Working with Layton Construction, a national healthcare builder, LR helps us to understand how he is incorporating lean principles throughout project sites. New in the role, but not to Lean he has been practicing since 2014. Lee clearly understands people as he advocates for young professional to join the construction industry. His push to get the word out about construction careers is second to none, as he states we are doing better but still have a lot of work to do from a diversity, equality, and inclusion perspective. The industry must become more intentional to solve this challenge. LR drops his Japanese knowledge of Toyota, gemba, and other key words that are not fully understood in the construction world yet! In addition, LR shares four of his favorite lean books that can get anyone fired up and on their journey. He calls himself a novice, but he is NO NOVICE! The best lean leaders will always refer to themselves in this manner as they continuously sponge learn everything around them. LR demonstrates his lean leadership with his 'Brother, you're on my mind' reference. He lives this motto too, Hoots can attest. A real pleasure learning from one of the best in lean construction! Thank you LR! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: • www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: • Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions • Josh Kreitler | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-kreitler-40850423/

In this episode, Hoots discovers who Josh Kreitler is! Graduating college during a recession in 2009 led Josh to work for an aerospace manufacturing machine shop. Josh takes us through his lean journey starting with manufacturing and taking advantage of these concepts once he had the opportunity to run his own project! Josh tells us about his role with McCarthy Building Companies and all of the amazing lean tools that he is using on his mega lab project in St. Louis. Some of these tools consist of Scrum, Last Planner System, Roadblock tracking maps, Big Rooms, daily huddles, visual communications, and many others! Hoots and Josh rave on Jason Schroeder and his authoring of several industry changing books! A word to Jason of please take care of yourself and put your oxygen mask on before you help others with their mask! What phrase bothers Josh?! He tells the story of cutting the ends off the ham while learning how to make Thanksgiving dinner! Tune in to find out more!! Like a true leader, Josh shines the light on several people who have influenced his career and influenced him to get to where he is on his lean journey! Including people, he is currently working with that are McCarthy employees but also and most important he calls out his trade partners because that is what lean builders do!! True leaders take all the blame and none of the credit while raising everyone around them! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Josh Kreitler | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-kreitler-40850423/

In this episode, Hoots and Key review one of the many principles in Jason Schroeder's book Elevating Construction Superintendents. This principle is on personal organization and time management. Time management is an oxymoron. You cannot manage time; you can only manage yourself within the time that has been allotted. Time will go on with or without you! You have to plan your week in order to maximize production! You cannot come into the office on Monday morning and start reading through email first thing! In addition, you must have a good note taking process! There are too many commitments made in meetings for one to remember. Keyan references a book called 'Eat That Frog!" This comes from the Mark Twain saying that says 'If you eat a frog first thing every morning, that is likely the worst thing that'll happen to you all day! Are your people aware of what is urgent and important or are they prioritizing their tasks based on the seniority of the person giving them the task? Have you started time blocking and/or time boxing?! If not, you must read Jason's book on how to make sure you're blocking out the right things and then timing yourself as you're completing these tasks. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website elevateconstructionist.com | Elevating Construction website https://www.amazon.com/Elevating-Construction-Superintendents-Principle-Leadership/dp/B08VJJZN8B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27FXKMVZIR5N9&keywords=elevating+construction+superintendents&qid=1658850123&sprefix=elevating+construction%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-1 | Elevating Construction Superintendents Book https://youtu.be/SqGRnlXplx0 | Fill the Jar YouTube video https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonschroederelevatingconstruction/ | Jason Schroeder LinkedIn https://www.amazon.com/Eat-That-Frog-Important-Things/dp/1444765426/ref=asc_df_1444765426/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=343221129243&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9392580069778750366&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010653&hvtargid=pla-524984779320&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=67797265863&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=343221129243&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9392580069778750366&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010653&hvtargid=pla-524984779320 | Eat That Frog! GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Keyan Zandy | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyanzandy/

In this episode, Hoots on The Ground grills Felipe Engineer-Manriquez on Scrum. Felipe does an excellent job helping The Lean Builder Nation understand what Scrum is and how to apply. Felipe dives into his recently released book titled Construction Scrum, and we give that a quick review. We discuss a few of the stories at the beginning of the book and then discuss the Scrum Guide by JJ Southerland. Only about half the time is spent discussing Felipe's favorite subject of Scrum. The other half we get to know Felipe on a deeper level. He has recently changed careers and is now working with Boldt, one of the original Lean Construction companies. He tells us all about the onboarding process and discussed the luxuries and challenges of merging his Lean Construction experience with what they're already doing at Boldt. Felipe dives into exactly why he considers himself a Lean Builder and how you can get a hold of him for Scrum Training or anything else that you may need when it comes to making things easier, better, and faster for construction! He also drops a couple of exclusives on what his favorite outdoor activity is AND what he is currently learning. Tune in to better understand who Felipe Engineer-Manriquez is!! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website https://www.scrum.org/resources/scrum-guide?gclid=CjwKCAjwrNmWBhA4EiwAHbjEQN3KqNl8OMtTjuaivesVbQNo-xKNzRKmu07xI-OpMuSRdgF57uN2whoCFrIQAvD_BwE | The Scrum Guide https://constructionscrum.com/ | Construction Scrum Book https://www.theebfcshow.com/ | The EBFC Show Podcast https://www.leantakt.com | Lean Takt Jason Schroeder GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Felipe Engineer-Manriquez | https://thefelipe.bio.link/

'Respect for People' has become a cliché within the construction industry. Everyone is talking about it but few people are actually practicing true respect for people. In this episode, Hoots flirts with the idea of the term Respect for Resources with Respect for People being one of the many categories of Respect necessary for a productive project site. Hoots runs through each of these categories with real life job site examples. Those categories are as follows: Respect for People Engaging with all trade workers we walk by Ask open ended, inquisitive questions Listen with the intent to understand Respect for Materials Don't damage other's materials Don't install work that prohibits or makes others work more complex Only bring what you need to the project site Respect for Logistics Proper dumpster / temp toilet locations Construction Entrance taken care of to avoid mud on public roadways Fence taken care of – fabric tight, erosion control well maintained, etc. Traffic flow on project site Respect for Equipment Lifts clear of debris Lifts charged Ladders properly stored Respect for Tools Trade workers are often known for taking well care of their tools Hand tools and drills in their respective places at the end of day Extension cords rolled up and/or off floor When you have respect for all of the above items, then we will have a total respect for people. Hoots goes through and helps the listener make connections on how respecting materials, equipment, tools, and logistics ultimately drives respect for people! Hoots offers a challenge to the industry to start thinking deeper than simply respect for people. We must start respecting ALL resources that are being made available to us, starting with people! Teaching the capability to utilize the art of questioning, while discovering how to use open ended inquisitive questions to get front line workers thinking! This is what lean builders do! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://theleanbuilder.com/episode-8-hoots-solo-on-trust/ | The Lean Builder Hoots Solo on Trust https://theleanbuilder.com/episode-12-how-to-create-maintain-and-measure-trust-on-the-project-site/ | How to create, maintain, and measure trust on project sites https://theleanbuilder.com/episode-17-life-is-a-loom-respect-for-resources-featuring-sean-graystone/ | The Lean Builder HotG Feat. Sean Graystone Respect for Resources GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

This is a new segment that we are coming to you with via the inspiration from Harry Schmidt with O'shea Builders! R&D (Rip & Deploy). Join us on the first episode as The Lean Builder's Keyan Zandy breaks down the communication styles between generations and how this can affect how we delegate tasks or activities. He describes how each generation communicates the best. He also breaks down what the 5 levels of delegation are as described in the book, CEO Tools. Keyan uses one of Hoots on the Ground's favorite phrases, "What got you here, won't get you there!" Another Buddyism nugget of knowledge is brought to the table by Keyan when he says, "It only takes one Oh Crap! To wipe out 10 attaboys!" These should be talked about and as tasks are assigned on a project site, the statement should be made that this is a level 2 delegation. Keyan provides some fantastic real-life examples as he delegates certain tasks on a construction site to Hoots! With each increase in level, we are empowering our people to think more often! The 5 levels of delegation are as follows: Level 1: Do as I say! This means do exactly as I have asked you to do. Level 2: Research and Report. This means gather some insight and report to me what you discover before we make a decision. Level 3: Research and Recommend. This tells us to take the lead on doing the research, think about the answer, and recommend a solution. Provide pros and cons of the decision. Level 4: Decide and Inform. This level of delegation means that you are taking the lead on all of levels above and apply the solution then inform me as the leader. Level 5: Act Independently. Take the lead and make the decision. Do not report back, I fully trust you are implementing the best decision possible. It is important as a leader, that we review the balance of our types of delegation that we do most often. Why is it that we constantly use level 1 delegations? Do we trust our people's capability? Tune in as we discuss all of this and more!! During this recording there were several other future R&D opportunities identified: John Gottman – How many attaboys are taken away by one oh crap?! Leadership and Self Deception – How to look internal before looking external! Turning the Ship Around – David Marquette – Riding the brake, not the gas! Extreme Ownership – Jocko Willink Keyan's Eisenhower Matrix personal PPC Example Future blog on the 5 levels of trust ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Keyan Zandy | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyanzandy/ | CEO, Skiles Group and Principal, The Lean Builder

In this episode, we get to meet a great Holt Construction project team working at the DFW Airport. Sarah tells us about how she started early on working with her grandfather out of Louisiana. We learn more about Armando's story coming through construction from a laborer to a General Superintendent. Armando asks Hoots a great question on what the deal is with the bullshido of the word culture!? Hoots responds with exactly why that word bothers him and why the word is Bullshido! Surprise, Hoots loves the word culture as it's truly understood and valuing from EVERYONE'S perspective. Armando and Sarah have a great working relationship and they love to build each other up and pat one another on the back! Listen in as Hoots on the Ground interrogates what bugs each of them about one another! Hoots calls out the Bullshido lovefest and tries to get to the root of what putting teams like this together looks like. Armando touches on the three types of waste and leader standard work as he shouts out Jake Harrell for visiting his project site and offering an outsider's lean opinion on his operation. Jake taught Armando about the three types of waste and how they apply even inside of the office as the staff shares responsibilities: Muri – Overburdened Mura – Unevenness Muda – Waste. Uselessness They introduce us to Brian the Superintendent of the Iron working trade, which is the home screen on Armando's phone. Watch the YouTube version to see the photo of Brian being angry with a job cleaning shutdown! The photo is classic! These two have a great working relationship and they've been able to unite their team by building trust with the project team inside AND outside the gate. The relationship investment is real and they're able to dive into the details and understand people at a deeper level. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakeharrellchasingexcellence/ | Jake Harrell GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Armando Tunales | https://www.linkedin.com/in/armando-tunales-2380531a8/ Sarah Gomez | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-sumrall-gomez-35728a31/

Hear Davie dive right in with no introduction needed as he talks about his growing up in Scotland and how he was a polished turd when it comes to skilled trade wood working and/or metal work! Experience with building a cassette tape rack and bottle opener key ring! A great story about his interview going into the trades and witnessing what others were doing at the same time! A humbling experience. The basics of lean are three simple things for Davie Thomson: Strategic Alignment – Know what you're going to do, how it's going to be cascaded and involve the people in the process. Appropriate tools – Only bring the tools that the project needs. There is no need to force tools just to claim doing lean. People Engagement, give people the training, empowerment, and permission to use the tools to deliver strategic goals. It's ok to fail early and often! Failure is learning. There is only ONE WASTE according to Davie – That is a waste of time. If you are operating in any of the muda (8 wastes) drives to the same waste of time. Davie tells us exactly where the term No Bullshido comes from. Quick hint, it's all of the western misinterpretation of martial arts and/or Japanese concepts. Even lean can be classified as bullshido to a point because people have classified it as a bunch of tools. Sound familiar construction world? Discover where the term lean comes from, a couple of MIT grads who decided to coin the term in 1988. Davie discusses his stance on lean six sigma and the belt structures that are out there. They really mean nothing other than the ability to perform but it is the experience that ultimately counts and qualifies you for performance! Learn how Hoots on the Ground crossed swords with Davie early on LinkedIn as they went back and forth on an improvement video. After Hoots thought that Davie was trolling him, Hoots requested a video meeting to better understand where Davie was coming from. Turns out after a half a dozen calls or more, Davie has taught Hoots a lot about true lean from Davie's own experience. Davie has a great way of talking about lean as being more than tools. Once again, another lean practitioner (from a different industry) explaining how important the people are with regards to successful lean implementation! He also discusses the difference between the types of work that lean considers: Value added Non-Value added but unavoidable Non-Value added and avoidable This is a concept that Hoots on the Ground took from a book titled Lean Thinking by Daniel Womack and others. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/standards-discipline-doing-right-things-davie-thomson/ | Standards and Discipline – Doing the right things, right by Davie Thomson https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/belts-bullshido-davie-thomson/ | The Belts of Bullshido by Davie Thomson GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Davie Thomson | https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviethomson/ Davie's Email: [email protected]

In this episode, we discover and celebrate who Buddy Brumley really is! Buddy is the ideal lean builder who has witnessed various ways of delivering work and has settled on a lean mindset and approach to the construction industry. Hear Buddy talk about the transition of the industry over the course of his career. As an employee for Skiles Group, Buddy is one of the Original Lean Builders and a true inspiration to the industry! Buddy delivers this podcast from his jobsite office, as the mud was drying on the walls! There is a little bit of jobsite noise at Hoots' request! Buddy offered to do the podcast in his truck, but Hoots insisted on the real job site noise. There is something about those noises that complete this podcast. Buddy teaches the Lean Builder nation his philosophy on tracking what work has been installed vs. what work has not been installed and when to flip to a rolling completion list. Hear about the Old school Buddy and how and why his wife coined the term Crap 'n' Oh Crap cards! This was his tracking mechanism before utilizing the visual roadblock management tool! Now utilizing lean builder tools for most of the things he's doing, his projects are succeeding, and the work has become easier on him and those around him. An amazing episode with some fantastic advice sprinkled throughout… ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Buddy Brumley | https://www.linkedin.com/in/buddy-brumley-704b1454/

**Disclaimer** The viewer of this podcast has promised to watch the Hoots on the Ground podcasts #8 and #12 on trust. Without having listened to those episodes, you will not be able to hold people accountability Hoots goes on a tangent on the word accountability. Tune in to discover how you can develop a deeper sense of accountability on your project sites. There are two ways to hold people accountable: Leading up to and event and/or lagging after and event. Accountability is the result of poor leadership. This podcast does a quick review on Jocko Willink's book Extreme Ownership. Learning how to balance Extreme Ownership and decentralized command. Extreme Ownership as described by Jocko is having the mindset that everything happens for you. Overcoming your challenges and being able to make a difference in the world in spite of all circumstances that you may comes across. Here are a few things that we can do on project sites to improve accountability: Build Trust Think above the line (Oz Principles) Make clear and concise commitments Say and hear the word no Use the accountability meter Ask leading questions Understand the two sides of accountability Radical Candor Feedback Learn how to utilize the accountability meter in this episode of The Lean Builder Hoots on the Ground! Accountability and leadership start internally and bleed outwards. Teams must build trust and utilize the process first mentality. What can I as a leader do different to obtain a different outcome? There are no bad teams out there, only bad leaders! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057 | Extreme Ownership by Jock Willink https://www.amazon.com/Oz-Principle-Smart-Audio/dp/1598596144 | The Oz Principle by Roger Connors, Tom Smith and Craig Hickman GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

Henry is a Union sheet metal worker as of 34 years! He currently serves as Preconstruction Executive for Southland Industries, a nation leading HVAC Contractor. Henry has served the construction industry at every level from apprentice to executive and has recently released a book titled Seven Principles: Creating Your Success in the Construction Industry. In this podcast, Henry gives a tease on some of the book and leaves us with a cliff hanger on his own story. Hoots hits Henry with some of his favorite parts of the book and challenges him to write the 2.0 version once Henry conquers the Executive portion of his career. Henry also utilizes some of this time to shoutout some of the folks that have made a difference in his life! Henry and Hoots agree on the best quote in the book which comes from Chapter 4 where it states, "To have an excuse is to possess a reason why you cannot achieve something." – Henry Nutt III To Hoots' surprise, Henry almost didn't publish this statement. Henry touches on what it was like being an African American in the construction industry and expresses his opinion on how the construction industry is doing with diversity and inclusion. His answer may surprise you! Henry drops some wisdom for anyone who is new to the industry or at a downpoint in your career. Listen to this episode if you want to get fired up and ready to change the industry! A true changemaker, Henry is really making a difference in the industry. If you want to know what Lean Builders do, follow Henry's career. He is the epitome of a Lean Builder! Thank you for being a leader and being vulnerable with your journey, Henry! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SVVH5BT/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_CPKKGXGAFB1DEM96BJWR | Seven Principles Book Order Link GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Henry Nutt III | https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-nutt-iii-7832347/

Harry has a unique and diverse background that includes being in the military, both Air Force and the Navy. Also being exposed to the business side of healthcare, Harry has been able to utilize all this experience into better delivering construction projects! Harry explains some of the data on how The Last Planner System has helped O'Shea Builders increase their profits by 20%, finish projects 12% faster than their CPM schedules, and provided better morale on their project sites! Amazing work!! Harry opens up on his biggest challenge while changing the mindset of the Superintendent from directive leadership to facilitative leadership! If you want to know, you've got to listen! Hoots and Harry unpack the term R&D and what exactly it means with regards to ripping and deploying lean concepts from one industry to the next. Harry's unique experience allows a different viewpoint on construction than most have. Hoots also hints at a new segment that might be on the way featuring The Lean Builder's own Keyan Zandy! R&D with Harry, Hoots & Key!?! Stay plugged in to find out more… Tune in if you want to better understand what Lean Construction is, more so than just simply applying the Last Planner System. O'Shea Builders is leading the industry utilizing concepts like Takt Planning, Targe Value Design and simply building trust on project sites. Harry reviews one of his favorite quotes from "Man in the Arena" by Theodore Roosevelt. A great time getting to know who Harry Schmidt is and what he is doing to impact the construction industry one job at a time! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/when-data-gives-wrong-solution-efr%C3%A9n-juan-fern%C3%A1ndez-reyes-1c/ | LinkedIn article on WWII planes being shot down. GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Harry Schmidt | https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-schmidt/

If you don't know Kabri Lehrman-Schmid, this is a must-watch episode! Even if you do know Kabri, you will learn and have a deepened respect for everything that she is doing to create safe learning environments on her project sites. The extracurricular activities that she gets into, will inspire you to take another look at what you're doing to create safe spaces! Now a lead superintendent amid a preconstruction effort for a university project in the state of Washington, Kabri has nearly $2B worth of construction experience. Most of her time has been spent in higher education and aviation sectors. A true builder in every sense of the word, Kabri goes above and beyond in her ability to deliver complex phased projects. Learn how her ability to connect with people personally, has led to her discovering how to apply psychologically safe environments. People matter in Kabri's world. In this episode, Kabri takes us through how she creates safe environments. She provides a step-by-step guide on how to develop a psychologically safe environment. She then takes it a step further to help 'The Lean Builder Nation' understand how creating psychologically safe environments allow us to start having new conversations about mental health! Kabri talks about the beautiful Northwest and Beaver Lake. Her family enjoys the great outdoors and her boys love exploring the lake on their new kayaks! Tune in as Kabri explains the how to and the why trust is so important in what we do each day from a Boots on the Ground perspective! Here are a few excerpts of some amazing quotes that Kabri delivers in this episode! "It's not about being liked!" "It's about taking advantage of the collective knowledge!" "Connecting a level deeper than what it typically expected on a project site!" Kabri also talks about Arcade Wayfinding's Foreman training program and how that is driving new leadership skills to those who are being promoted based on their technical abilities. Helping new Foreman understand how to lead, read drawings, develop emotional intelligence, etc. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: • www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website • www.linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community • https://www.constructionexec.com/article/a-superintendents-case-for-a-psychologically-safe-jobsite | Kabri article on Psychological Safety • https://viewer.joomag.com/ht-magazine-1-issue/0097956001611261273/p14?short& | Kabri article on Psychological Safety • https://www.arcadewayfinding.com/services/foreman-basic/ | Arcade Wayfinding's Foreman Basic Training Program • https://preventconstructionsuicide.com/ | Many industry-specific suicide prevention resources at CIASP GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: • Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions • Kabri Lehrman-Schmid | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kabri-lehrman-schmid/

In this middle of the healing gardens at Prisma Memorial Hospital, Sean tells us about his career coming up as a member of the 10,000 hour millwork club! As one of the best millworker on the west side of the Mississippi – Hoots was able to introduce Sean to one of the best millworkers on the east side of the Mississippi, Mark Riddle! Maybe Mark would be willing to come on and represent his side of this shape building contest!? Sean opens up (Hoots didn't edit it all out!) about his new granddaughter, Indigo in New Mexico! He shows off a photo of her that he just received while looking up his favorite Will Rogers quote, "Everyone is ignorant, only on different subjects." Sean talks about how we came up through the commercial construction industry, from being a builder to becoming an owner's representative! The conversation centers around respect for people and/or respect for resources. Humans only have so much to give of themselves and as leaders in the industry we need to understand and respect the capacity these resources are able to give. Sean helps the Lean Builder Nation understand what the definition of an expendable resource is. The conversation dives deep into relationships and Sean looks back on the time that his company forced someone to miss a birth. Sean broad brushes the concepts of Systems Thinking, which brought us together! "Make something better in someone's else life today!" – Sean Graystone! Hoots on the Ground dives into why respect for resources is the key that will unlock all things respect for people. When I value the things around the person, the person will understand how much they truly matter to the system. When we focus on the respecting the resources, the resources will in turn respect the person. People will notice this fast. Sean closes out the conversation by explaining how the darks spots in the loom are just as important as the light spots. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://quotepark.com/quotes/991555-will-rogers-everyone-is-ignorant-only-on-different-subjects/ | Will Rogers Quote GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Sean Graystone | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-graystone-75201b4/ |

In this episode, Hoots opens up about his experience in the hospital over the last three weeks fighting kidney transplant rejection. You will learn way more about immunology and plasma apheresis than you ever wanted to. Also, have you ever wondered what a lean freak's hospital room looks like – tune in to the video version to find out more!! A touch of vulnerability in this episode as Hoots opens up on where he has been the during the month of April! Be ready to hop on a journey that comes at you straight from Prisma Greenville Memorial Hospital in Greenville, SC. Huge shout outs and Thank yous to Sean Graystone, Charlie Dunn, Colin Milberg, Dean Reed, Keyan Zandy, Joe Donarumo, Terri Erickson, Cynthia Tsao, Jordan Christensen, Jake Harrell, Andrew McLaughlin, Harry Schmidt, Jason Schroeder and the entire Elevate Construction IST team, Jennifer Lay, Jesse Hernandez, and all of the other wonderful and amazing humans that have helped Hoots through one of the hardest times of his life. The thoughts, energy and prayers have been so appreciated! This experience has really made Hoots question some of the decisions that he has made in his life. Rethinking a new strategy in order to drive production and change in the construction industry. Thank you to all of the amazing people out there who have been praying and sending positive energy! It's working and Hoots on the Ground will be forever grateful! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-bs-with-jen-jess/ | No BS With Jen & Jess GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

In this episode, Host Adam Hoots interviews Dan Reynolds, Executive Vice President with Gilbane Building Company. Dan shares a bit about growing up in the Midwest in Iowa. Although he's worked all over the world, the Midwest is still near and dear to him, and he brings those roots to his work daily. Dan starts the podcast by sharing a saying from his father about the value of "quiet competence." You don't need to be the person jumping up on the table. Be the person that's going to offer ideas, be present, and be able to contribute. He feels that he's driven to operate that way, and it's what has ensured his success in the construction industry and in life. He's passionate and fired up about the people aspects of our industry and how we're embracing care, collaboration, communication, and culture so much more today. He shares his appreciation for the project teams that worked tirelessly during the pandemic. Those teams that kept us in business and put their lives on the line then and every day. He's committed to spend the rest of his career focused on the people side. He wants to make sure our future leaders are absolutely the best and top-notch people they can be, and they are able to in turn help their teams and next generation to also become the best they can be. It's about people, trust, behavior. The skill set needed to be successful has changed. We need leaders that can communicate, adapt, and encourage to solve problems and build better. We need leaders that respect and care; that lead by example; that are constant and consistent; that continually question what can be done differently. Dan discusses how the industry is shifting its approach to promotions and employee growth. Smart firms are still looking at technical abilities, of course, but more they are ALSO looking at behavioral abilities. Historically, you could be a total jerk on the job, but as long as you were skilled technically, you could get promoted. That behavior doesn't fly today. About 20 years ago, Dan took a course on situational behavior impact and how to better share the impact someone's behavior has on an individual. It's an approach he has practiced and encouraged ever since. Making an example for feedback personal and having those tough conversations is what we need to keep driving our industry. Dan says you must allow yourself to be vulnerable with people as well. Vulnerability builds trust. You must give and accept feedback. You must be okay to stay behind the curtain and let others shine. You must work to give back to your team, company, and industry. He closes with the reminder that construction will always be people, so let's make our people the best we can. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Dan Reynolds | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-reynolds-6911962/

In this episode, Jordan Christensen tells us more about who he is and how he got to where he is now! Hold on as he discusses his amazing family life and how he found and developed his takt planning skills! Watch Jordan's face light up as he talks about Ryker, Camden and Brielle as he tells the story of 'growing up' with Takt planning. Jordan explains how his takt journey has gone from crawling to running in this episode. He gives special shoutouts to the teams that helped him to perfect his takt experience. Jordan and Hoots compare takt planning to swaddling children. Lots of learning going on in this episode! Way more than just focused on construction. Brace yourself as you learn some great parenting tricks and ways to snuggle your babies tight! In this episode, Hoots on the Ground introduces the Lean Builder nation to the 4 production laws and relates them to gravity on earth. Those four laws include: Little's Law Work in Small Batches Limit your WIP (Work In Progress) Finish as you go! Kingman's Formula Duration = Actual duration * Effect of Variation * Effect of Resource utilization Law of Bottlenecks There will always be a slower part of the process than the remainder and we must work to set the pace of production to match the pace of the bottleneck. Once you clear one bottleneck, there will ALWAYS be another one. Law of Variation The long we allow variation to be in our process, the further from plan we become and more variation enters the equation. There will be specific individual podcasts dedicated to each of these topics as the platform develops. This will allow the team to dive into the physics of production and how we are able to work together! In this episode, Jordan tells us how the idea came about for intakt and where the program is heading. He also dives in to better explain exactly what takt planning is and how to drive it on your projects! Takt planning is becoming a huge part of the construction industry and will impact our people's lives in a positive manner for decades to come! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://www.intakt.app/ | InTakt Application https://plusdelta.app/ | Plus/Delta Application GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Jordan Christensen | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanchristensen/ | Project Manager for a large data center client and Co-Founder of Intakt

In this episode, Hoots is in restoration and recovery mode after an enormous week that took a lot of energy and effort out of him. Hoots talks about how important rest is to our soul and reads some feedback from a listener! Last week consisted of helping a mega project team pick up on the principles of takt planning and takt construction! The team came up with some really creative ways to implement takt construction together as one. Hoots on the Ground also was able to experience his first The Lean Builder workshop and offers this podcast as the hook to get folks fired up and excited to experience theirs! The workshop covered the following items: The value proposition for lean construction Trust Daily Huddles Visual Communication Managing Constraints/Roadblocks 8 Wastes and Variation The Last Planner System Then Hoots capped off the week with a TedxClemson talk on the lack of respect that society has for Skilled Trades workers. This week's episode offers the audience a chance to pause and reflect for a first quarter review. What do you plan to start, stop, or continue as we move into the 2nd quarter and beyond? Did you know? The same value proposition for Lean given at the workshop is given in Chapter 7 of The Lean Builder book. Check out this week's blog post to read more! https://theleanbuilder.com/work-smarter-not-harder-sharpen-your-axe/ ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news and events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://theleanbuilder.com/events/ | The Lean Builder Events page GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Joe Donarumo | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-donarumo-993b8221/ Keyan Zandy | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyanzandy/

In this episode, Hoots reviews The Lean Builder Blog on Building Trust In the Workplace – 3 Dos and Don'ts. In addition, Hoots on the Ground gives additional ways on how to build, create, and maintain trust. This is the first step in curating a successful lean project. Hoots also reviews the first trust episode (S1E8) and elaborates on ways to make it happen. Here are some ways on how to build trust in the field: No one takes blame, no one takes credit! We don't conceal information. We communicate open and often! We focus on people! We request and implement feedback! We call people by their name! We show people respect! Hoots tells the story about the Love Lab where John Gottman and Robert Levenson were able to predict, with a 90% accuracy, whether or not couples would remain together after only a few hours of meeting them! They discovered that it takes 5 goods to outweigh 1 bad! Remember – Trust is difficult to gain, easy to break and tough to repair! Building trust! That's just what lean builders do! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community https://theleanbuilder.com/building-trust-in-the-workplace-3-dos-and-donts/ | Building Trust in the workplace – 3 Dos and Don'ts GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

In this episode, Hoots interviews General Superintendent James Gable and Hunter Fuqua with Adolfson & Peterson. They tell their lean journey through each of their perspectives. This conversation covers everything from prefabrication to generational differences and covers what a millwright trade is and or has developed into. As Hunter and James interact, you get a tremendous feel for their connection and respect for one another. Hunter describes what #NoBullshido is to him and how he turns those into lessons on what older generations can do to drive change in future people. Keep working on those dad jokes and I'm sure that you will get a laugh at some point. What does a frog do when its car breaks down? Hear about Carolina Power and the amazing things that Chris Moore, Travis Oswald and the team are doing to drive prefabrication opportunities. Hunter discovers the learning retention pyramid through trial and error on his project site! Bravo Hunter, keep driving change and learn how people learn! You're going to be an amazing future leader. When we implement daily huddles we are able to explain the why and impacts from one trade to another. Group accountability helps to drive project accountability and making things happen. James and Hunter dive into some of their secrets on executing the plan. A wise Silver Fox once said, "Control is an illusion, we can only influence at best!" – Jesse Hernandez. How much do you actually control things? Are choices or calls happening when you come around that change people's behavior? Tune into this episode for new school old school advice moving forward for the Lean Builder generation! That's what lean builders do! James Gable drives home the 4 type of problems and gives his advice to the next generation of lean builders! Hoots references Art Smalley's work on the 4 Types of Problems. Hunter challenges the older generation to teach and learn! Adapt! Don't get set in your ways, always be open to change or new ways of doing things. Don't forget to teach what you've learned over your time in the industry. Those are the fundamental skills. Teach and be taught! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Hunter Fuqua | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-fuqua/ James Gable | https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-gable-a972a9b0/

From the second the interview starts; you hear Gabe calling Hoots out for his handwriting ability. It's a constant battle between these two and it starts here…In this episode, Hoots on The Ground talks with Gabriel Lightner who has military, self-performed and large-scale general contracting experience. Gabe drops words of wisdom from all around! Including the first time Gabe caught Hoots in a foot in the mouth moment! Gabe Lightner EnLightnens us in many a different ways throughout this podcast. Speaking from the education and learnings of Pop from Chester, SC. Gabe sheds light on his spiritual ways and his favorite bible verse: Matthew 5:16: Let your light shine before men, that. they may see your good works, and. glorify your Father which is in heaven. Gabe is able to breakdown relationships and relate them to how we build things. Let's challenge the Lean Builder Nation to bring Pop back to the show and drop some wisdom to the group! Gabe drops knowledge on marriage and how to drive to a better relationship. Know who you are, and know who they are and you live a whole lot better! Hoots and Lightner break down the concept of leadership and self-deception. How to understand the unconsciousness biases that exist internal. Hoots and Gabe also stumble into what is servant leadership because that is what lean builders do! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Gabriel Lightner | https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-lightner-255592a4/

In this episode, Hoots introduces the Lean Builder nation to Brian Melcher with Field Verified. Brian gives us his story on how he went from becoming an accountant to chasing water for a living. Brian tells his story on weighing whether College was the only option! He opens with his story on how he got Field Verified started and where they're headed. Tune in as he puts his perfect record fighting water intrusion on the line with a new stadium project! Brian talks Hoots on The Ground into showing the Accountability matrix for people to better understand how lean builders hold people accountable. Quick tip, it's start internal to make sure that what you are delivering is what is needed. The only way you can find that out is through questioning. The first ¾ of the RPM looking graphic is dedicated to challenging the process and the final ¼ is directed at the people. In order to hold folks accountable, this chart should always be used. Hoots challenges Brian to get his podcast out and even puts down a wager to see if Brian will bite! With a couple of extra weeks for Brian and The Field Verified team, it appears that The Lean Builder will win! 50 subscribers and 10 videos Field Verified team – where are you at? Field Verified also throws an invitation to The Lean Builder nation to submit your request for a free training to be the leader of leak detection at your company. This is a $3,000.00 offer being put out there. Hoots has been through 2 hours of this course and it is hands down packed with all kinds of learning! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website https://fieldverified.com/ | Field verified website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Brian Melcher | https://www.linkedin.com/in/melcherbrian/ | Champion of Everyone Wins | Founder of Field Verified ☑️| Creator of the Building Enclosure Management Course | Business Enthusiast | Author

In this episode, Hoots on The Ground talks about trust and the book 5 Dysfunctions of a Team, where trust is the foundation of all things for a team. Once a solid basis of trust is established, then we can begin to have healthy conflict. With healthy conflict will come commitments that we will all be able to hold one another accountable for results! Patrick Lencioni also discusses the two types of trust: Predictive Trust: The ability to do what you say and the fact that you have known one another for so long, you know the other person's next move. Vulnerability Based Trust: The ability to be open, honest, and transparent based on who you are as a human being. Will your team show up for you when you need them both in the physical and emotional form? This episode will really help you to stop and understand how to pick up on people's words and actions. If you're not intentional about culture, then you're being intentional about your culture. Come learn about the VTCA cycle – vulnerability, trust, conditions, and affirmations are the cycle that it takes to establish a positive culture and/or world. This is how we make humanity great! Hoots briefly touches on the book called Leadership and Self Deception by the Arbinger Institute. This book helps people understand that most of their problems are internal and can be solved with the right perspective and changes to one's own actions. Come hear the story of the Emperor with no clothes. It's provided as context for creating environments for people to speak up! Hoots finally lays the challenge to Felipe to get him on The Lean Builder podcast after being called out! Hoots wants to spread the love to make things Easier, Better, Faster for Construction teams because that is just what lean builders do! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news and events website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

In this episode, Shannon and Hoots discuss what it is like getting into a male populated industry to the point of Shannon even changing her name on her resume. Shannon dives into exactly what her purpose on earth is and helps drive an understanding of the term man in Construction. At the end of the day, we are all human. Hoots drops another Japanese word, Ikigai – Japanese concept that refers to giving a person a sense of purpose, a reason for living! Hear the story of the Chinese Farmer and how perspective on the matter is never fully understood due to the complexities of understanding the full system. Shannon helps the Lean Builder nation understand what Lady Voltz is all about! Reach out to her if you're interested in stickers! Hear Shannon pick at the root of why Hoots has a displeasure for the word culture! …and just maybe Lady Voltz herself is converting to at least a deeper understanding of the word itself! Shannon and Hoots get outside their comfort zones on this episode and describe what it is like to move through the comfort zone diagram. Shannon teaches us how to say "Happy Birthday!" in Canadian after Hoots had to be that guy and ask that question! She further discusses her next project where she is writing a book that plays on limericks and rhymes to help introduce skilled trade career opportunities to children younger than is current practice. Reaching beyond middle/high school and into elementary and pre school aged children is paramount at changing the image! Tune in where Ms. Shannon even shares with us her spin on 'I'm a Little Teapot!' and spells a deeper reason for why she chose that specific rhyme! The learning was real and the time shared was fun! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: • www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news and events website • www.linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community • https://www.shannontymosko.com/ | Shannon's website GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: • Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions • Shannon Tymosko | https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-tymosko-b160b4a7/ | Electrical Apprentice⚡ - IBEW 👷‍♀️| Advocate for the Skilled Trades, Mental Health & Sisterhood 👭| Motivational Speaker, Workshop Facilitator and Contributing Author

In this episode, Hoots reviews the blog done by Keyan Zandy about the Firefighter Arsonist. Why does our industry reward early morning, late nights, and weekends?! This stops today! We must no longer celebrate this bad behavior! In the blog, Keyan suggests the following items as a way to improve the construction industry: • Reward good planning! • Stop celebrating long hours • Establish processes and training Time is the only resource that we cannot get more of! If you want to better understand the difference between busy and productive, this is the podcast for you! Hoots discusses The Lean Builder's version of the 'Eisenhower Matrix' in a graphic that explains the differences between firefighting, planning, delegating, and eliminating. He challenges each Lean Builder to track their tasks for a day and categorize each into one of these four quadrants. 'Eisenhower Matrix' here for your reference. https://theleanbuilder.com/eisenhower-matrix-firefighter-vs-arsonist-episode-6/ Think deep. Are you creating the same fires that are consuming your time every day? Where do you spend most of your time!? Do you enable other people on the project to be the heroes!? Or do you try to be the hero? ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: • www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website • www.linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community • https://theleanbuilder.com/problem-solving-firefighter-or-arsonist/ | Firefighter Arsonist Blog GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: • Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions • Paul Dunlop | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dunlopconsultants/

In this episode, Jesus (as his mom calls him!) Hernandez opens up and tells us all about who he is by shouting out so many others! Jesse informs The Lean Builder nation the ways he is changing the construction industry. Chuy tells us about how much he misses the jobsite razzing and joking. All you have to do is be smarter than the pipe! Jesus, Jesse, and Chuy discuss how HE is changing the image of the Skilled Trades through: Learnings and Missteps Podcast No BS with Jen and Jess Skilled Trades Alliance Seacoast School Livestreams He discusses how important it is to identify how you learn. If you're attracted to senses, then the Skilled Trades might be the way to go! You can see it, touch it, smell it, but Jesse does not recommend you taste the jobsite! No licking door knobs! Shoutouts go to Ultra Steve Turner with Bring Back The Trades and NCCER's Build Your Future program! Jesse gives away his secrets on how he comes up with the right question, in the right moment. He shares three pages of notes on how he has designed his life in order to FOCUS! Those notes are here for your reference. https://theleanbuilder.com/maintaining-focus-with-jesse-hernandez-podcast-episode-5/ He is all about helping people truly explore their thinking and self-discover themselves. Do you practice lean to maximize the output OR do you practice lean to make the work easier for the people doing the work? If you're not getting buy in, then you're going to want to listen in to exactly what SI (Sweatquity Improvement) is all about! The learnings in this episode are UNREAL! Enjoy y'all! ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news, and events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community learningsandmissteps.com | Jesse's podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv9mkIs0CBk3bmsahbOueZg | Jesse's Podcast with Jennifer Lacy skilledtradesalliance.net | industry association to create a workforce pipeline for trades https://www.linkedin.com/video/event/urn:li:ugcPost:6880904363640979456/ | Seacoast School Livestream GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Jesse Hernandez | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesus-jesse-hernandez-9b912327/ | podcast host for "Learnings and Missteps", livestream host for No BS with Jen and Jess, and co-author of soon to be released Lean and Love!

In this episode, host Adam Hoots chats with Jason Schroeder, owner, trainer, author, and podcast host for Elevate Construction. They discuss Lean's value, vulnerability, productivity, mindset, and more. As Jason says: On we go…. Some quick show points: Watch Jason go #FULLGRANDMA mode on CPM Schedule! Hoots' wedding song is discussed randomly by Jason! Jason breaks down his definition of what Lean is. How does Jason drive productivity? How does he get so much done? Derek Kirkland with DPR gets a shout out as Jason discussed his approach to work/life blend and balance. Would you rather be weak and growing, or strong and stagnant? The duo chat about Lean's value and concur that: That's just what Lean Builders do. It's about humility, being professional, no drama, driving jobs. It's delivering high performing buildings in the most efficient way possible with respect for people. The Lean Builder community is about redefining what the word Lean means. It's centered around people and who we are first. We will elevate ourselves and bring up everyone else with us, and we will learn from the people around us and elevate us and them. In sharing his background, Jason notes he could be called a "snowflake" – sensitive and fragile and unique. Being vulnerable creates trust and connection and it's different for the construction industry and for this former superintendent. He focuses each day to stay centered on his core values to help the people, the workers, and the families in the industry. He's an only child who loves people and by design has 11 children – his treasures – with his wife and business partner, Katie. Adam and Jason discuss why Jason gives away so much information for free – from resource guides and templates to podcasts and other content. It's a philosophical decision that information should be free. It's about caring for people and helping them get the results they want to achieve. Getting content out creates a ripple effect that can drive change in our industry. Now, the application of that information may cost some money (i.e., hiring his team in to help implement and consult). Jason notes though that he focuses more on getting the work done than the money. It's the same with his clients as no client has come in saying, "I want to make more money." They want a better environment for their people and to change the industry. The output leads to better processes, efficiency, productivity, profit, etc. For Jason Lean is about blessing people and families in the industry. Now, his definition of bullshido – any kind of Lean or operational excellence strategy that doesn't center around people. Jason is fanatical about personal organization and laser focused. He shares some life hacks on how he does it all. He also acknowledges that because he's mission focused, that he also works his butt off as just a natural part of his lifestyle. And he's a natural at finding ways to leverage his time and create synergies. If he's writing a book, he'll focus podcast episodes on chapter topics and transcribe to jump start the writing. Adam gets him to share some pearls of wisdom for those just entering the industry as well. It's about progress and trying and learning. It's not a promise that everything will always be easy or rosy, but we have the power to rise to the occasion and life a remarkable life. Our mindset is a huge factor for our success. Jason's motto is "on we go" --- even if we slow down, we are going forward. There is always tomorrow to try again and improve. Our work is dedicated to the future. We invite you to take a listen and learn – because that's just what Lean builders do. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community garyvaynerchuk.com | Gary Vaynerchuk tonyrobbins.com | Tony Robbins GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Jason Schroeder | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonschroederelevatingconstruction/ | owner/trainer of Elevate Construction, leanTakt, and leanSurvey | author and podcast host for Elevate Construction

In this episode, host Adam Hoots visits the jobsite with John Burleson, a superintendent with Robins and Morton in South Carolina. John has been in the construction business for 14 years. His Lean journey started about seven years ago with a failed experience as he didn't have the team involvement and support needed. After that first foray, every Lean journey since has met the goals. He shares that you need the culture and collaboration with the trade partners and architects to reach the potential of Lean. You must care about the people and project and align behind the same goals. The jobs with the best culture have the best success. Adam and John discuss how they LEARN with LEAN; some of John's tips for implementing Lean on the jobsite; and words that irritate them. "Building Forward" is the motto driving the jobs John completes with Robins and Morton. The company has been on the Lean journey since 2010 and works to implement Lean on all its projects and with the understanding that each project must make Lean its own. They begin by getting everyone in the same room to determine what success and how to create that center of collaboration. This foundation is key to build the culture that drives innovation and encourages involvement. Can we be better tomorrow than we were today? Before sitting down for the podcast, Adam and John walked the jobsite and snapped some visual pictures to better show the visual nature of Lean. The job site has Conex and BIMBOX containers for collaboration. John wants everyone as close to the work as possible and with the proper technology to support their work. They ensure there is enough workspace and Internet connectivity to support the full team and trades. To be mindful of meeting with COVID, the team adapted some storage containers with rolling garage doors to enable more open sharing to spread out and still have visibility. It's dubbed "The Lean Machine." Just as having a place to meet, John shares that setting the right time for daily huddles also matters. He polls the team to see what timing works best for everyone. This lays the foundation for early involvement and support. They discuss the concepts of the parking lot, the ELMO doll, facilitators, stop watches and more. Once of the takeaway points both echo is that Lean is not about all or nothing. It's important to take baby steps and pick a few Lean items and get them sustained and working well, then add some more. You first need to build consistency and trust. It's a series of small steps – or as Adam calls it, a "small j curve" approach. John notes that when he started the perception was the Super knows all and has all the answers. He readily admits, that is not the case and that we must be humble to say if we don't know the answer AND that we will find out though. It's about being a team player that matters and not a hero or silo mentality if we want to succeed with Lean. The duo round out the conversation with the pet peeve phrases on the jobsite. For John, it's "I can't." He notes that most often they can if they want to but it takes want and willpower. Adam shares that the word "try" and phrase "the problem is" also are trigger words. They concur that it's all a mindset. That you must create the culture and collaborate and embrace Lean because you WANT to do it and for the right reasons, versus being told to do it. We invite you to take a listen. And, if you're in the South Carolina area, the guys invite you to come visit their new LCI Community of Interest forming there. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news and events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community Lean Construction Institute | Industry association with local chapters Jennifer Lacey | Lean Practice Leader with Robins and Morton This is Lean: Resolving the Efficiency Paradox by Niklas Modig GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions John Burleson | https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-burleson/ | Superintendent with Robins and Morton

In this episode, host Adam Hoots takes listeners on a trail walk – yep, he's walking in the woods and chatting with you – as he shares the idea, approach, and goals for The Lean Builder's new podcast, "Hoots on the Ground." This podcast is all about respecting the workers, respecting the people, and keeping it real. We're here to learn and engage together. The focus is on delivering a practical message that let's us all go to our job sites and improve for our team, trade partners, and clients. It's time to bring it and be better when we open the job gates tomorrow and every day after. Adam shares how often people have misused or misconstrued the "L" word (aka Lean). He notes that really, we need to just add in the letter "r" to turn it to Learn as that's all we are doing. Lean is learning how to do things better, faster, and stronger for both buildings AND people. Our industry has a problem. We're losing trade workers every day. It's a combination of lack of respect for the skilled trades and potentially a lack of self-respect to push for better work/life balance. Our industry needs to focus on how to develop others; how to really connect with others; how to transfer the knowledge of our skilled trade workers, how to give and receive feedback on our jobs. As much as building is about plumbing and steel, it's equally about the people, the trades, the colleagues doing the work. Adam shares a saying they had at an employer: "it's boots up before we boot up." Meaning that we've got to walk the field (see the people doing the work) before we turn on our computer. At the start of 2022, we have some 1 million open jobs in the construction industry and a $1 trillion infrastructure package coming down. It's time to make changes and return the pride to our careers, field, and work. It's time to make things happen, as we've all got work to do and don't have time for bullshido. Adam's goal with the podcast is find great builders and mine their minds, if you will, to find out how they create processes, self-organize, drive innovation, and bring everyone together. It's a time to dig into what inspires them and how they motivate others, build trust, hold folks accountable, and deliver results. It's not always easy. As Adam says, when you feel uncomfortable, you learn and grow. And, just as important, sometimes you've just got to take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate. And, just as we need feedback on our job sites, Adam wants your feedback on this podcast. We're asking you to shoot straight and be real. Listen in and let us know what you think. We invite you to join Adam on this trail walk episode. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community theleanbuilder.com/category/daily-huddle | Blogs on how to run a daily huddle theleanbuilder.com/category/visual-communication/ | Blogs on how to use visuals bringbackthetrades.org | non-profit providing scholarships for trade school students skilledtradesalliance.net | industry association to create a workforce pipeline for trades linkedin.com/in/daviethomson/ | LinkedIn articles on the "no bullshido" concept learningsandmissteps.com | Jessee Hernandez' podcast eosworldwide.com/traction-book | Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman eoswoldwide.com/vto | the Vision/Traction Organizer tool tablegroup.com/product/dysfunctions/ | The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions

This week we debut The Lean Builder's official podcast, "Hoots on the Ground," with our host Adam Hoots. In this episode, The Lean Builder creators Keyan Zandy & Joe Donarumo introduce the podcast series, goals, format, and host Adam Hoots. While there are several great podcasts in our industry out there already, Hoots on the Ground is unique as it's focused on the builders on the job site. It's looking at how we can all own our impact, learn and think, and move the industry forward. It's about creating feedback loops, dashboards, and field-verified approaches. It's "no bullshido" – as Adam likes to say and shamelessly borrows that phrase from Davie Thomson. A free-flowing conversational podcast, we're bringing in guests who are evangelists, practitioners, and even skeptics of Lean Construction. Yep, we're even planning on interviewing people who don't believe in the "L" word or had a bad experience. Our trio shares some war stories about their past work with 70-day-straight projects, crazy deadlines, and firefighting. Then, we shift the stories to how we can change that dynamic, promote more work-life balance, and make construction faster, easier, and better for all the people involved. This episode takes a dive into Adam's background, so our listeners can get to know him and why he was selected to champion our first podcast series. You'll quickly see his personality and knowledge jump out; we could think of no better brand ambassador and podcast host to lead us into this effort. Adam's been around the construction industry since birth – literally; his dad was a senior superintendent. And for the past 20 years, Adam has worked for construction management firms as an operations leader and project manager. He currently serves as the Lean Shepherd for ConstructionACHESolutions in Greenville, South Carolina. Come with an open mind and growth mindset. Be ready to learn and think, to be uncomfortable and encouraged, and to drive yourself and your teams forward. We invite to listen in weekly and be part of the movement. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who "get it": the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website www.linkedin.com/company/the-lean-builder | Our LinkedIn community www.linkedin.com/in/daviethomson/ | LinkedIn articles on the "no bullshido" concept GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Adam Hoots | www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for "Hoots on the Ground" and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions Keyan Zandy | www.linkedin.com/in/keyanzandy/ | co-author of The Lean Builder and COO with Skiles Group Joe Donarumo | www.linkedin.com/in/joe-donarumo-993b8221/ | co-author of The Lean Builder and VP Field Operations with Linbeck Group