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From the Bottom to the Top- Leader insights with Colin McEllin
Season 2 · Episode 6

From the Bottom to the Top- Leader insights with Colin McEllin

The Unlikely Executive · Glee Coaching Ltd

March 20, 202628m 3s

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Show Notes

What is it like if you start on the tools, literally sweeping the floors and doing the brews, to years later being the owner of the business?

Find out whether Colin McEllin, Operations Director and Coowner for Clan Contracting and co-owner of Smart Hire Tools always knew what he wanted or whether he worked hard, took opportunities and navigated his way to success.

He discusses the success of Clan Contracting, the challenges of a management buyout, and his leadership style. Colin's advice for newcomers emphasizes the value of training, education, and finding one's passion within the construction sector.

Takeaways

  • Hard work and dedication
  • Adapting to change
  • Accepting you are the leader
  • The desire to still be one of the lads
  • The need to recognise change is needed
  • The power of embracing the next generation in the workplace

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview
  • 09:58 Clan Contracting and Smart Hire Tools
  • 18:45 Management Buyout and Leadership Style
  • 25:42 Self-Perception and Advice for Newcomers to Construction

Get in touch with Colin on Linked in (4) Colin McEllin MCIOB | LinkedIn

Find out more about Clan (4) Clan Contracting: Posts | LinkedIn or Clan Contracting | Leading structural repair specialist North West

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