Construction Brothers
525 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 70 ratingsEddie and Tyler Campbell are 6th generation builders who currently own a virtual building and modeling company called ABSI. Each week, Eddie and Tyler will explore ideas both directly and indirectly related to the construction industry. Thanks for listening to the Construction Brothers podcast! Find us wherever you listen!
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When You Got Nothing | 5 Minute Friday
September 30, 2022 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.39 MBTyler shares about a recent experience with creative shutdown. His new role required a different form of insight than his previous role, and he needed to figure out how to shift gears. What he learned is that it’s okay to step away from the situation. Get outside. Get away from the pressure and create space for the ideas to grow. It takes both discipline and openness. And a playful attitude. And also time. Give yourself the time and space to innovate. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
We’ve saved all this data… Now what? (feat. Jeff Sample)
September 28, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBJeff Sample is known to many as The Ironman of IT. That title is not metaphorical. He’s an actual “Ironman” athlete and he works in construction-related IT. Jeff has worn many hats within the construction world, but he’s currently the primary host of the ContechCrew podcast and the “Industry Evangelist” for Join, which specializes in helping owners, designers, and contractors improve workflow through increased collaboration. Information Jeff is all about data. Well, to be more precise, Jeff i...
Be Insulation Not Impedance | 5 Minute Friday
September 23, 2022 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.16 MBToday we’re going all-out with the construction analogies. Yes, it’s poetic. But it’s also pretty darn insightful and valuable. When you’re a part of an organization, you pass information up and down the line all the time. If you fail to be a reliable link in that information chain, things fail to function smoothly. In electrical terms, if you fail to ensure that the current of information moves efficiently up and down the wire, you’re causing impedance. When you notice this, seek to res...
Training In The 21st Century (feat. Jordan Smith)
September 21, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIf you need to learn a construction skill or train an employee on a specific skill, Jordan Smith has you covered. Jordan is the Head of Education of MT Copeland (in addition to owning and operating his own design/build firm). MT Copeland provides affordable, professional-grade video courses for specific construction skills. Jordan does several of the videos, but a whole array of specialized instructors also share what they’ve learned in their many years on the job. Jordan shares how the craz...
The Water Fountain Line | 5 Minute Friday
September 16, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 8.48 MBBiff is back. This time he’s creating chaos in the water fountain line. Since Tyler was homeschooled, he never had to deal with the complex social dynamic of “Give me fronts!” The thing is… None of us should have to deal with that in the world of construction. So Eddie has a message to the general contractors out there: When you tell me that you’ll be done with something on a certain date and then you shift that schedule around–don’t gripe about the fact that my resources are now directe...
She Builds (feat. Lydia Burns)
September 14, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThere’s a gap in the industry. Few people are doing more to fill that gap than Lydia Burns. Lydia is known as a senior manager with Allied Construction Industries, a trade group that works on advocacy, networking, and solutions for a variety of parties within the construction industry. Last time we met with Lydia, we discussed her work with K-12 programs that familiarize students with various aspects of construction. Today, we talk about her ambitious work with She Builds a division of ACI t...
Do Your homework | 5 Minute Friday
September 09, 2022 04:00 - 7 minutes - 6.89 MBNobody’s going to make sure that you do it. It’s the advance preparation required for a project. And it’s your responsibility. You’ll see that Eddie feels pretty strongly about this–understandably so. It’s simply not fair to show up unprepared and then expect someone else to step up and fill the gaping chasm you’ve created. Take responsibility for your own failures. Admit it. Then you may politely ask for help. Don’t be a Biff. Find Us Online: Website - LinkedIn - Instagram - Face...
An Electrical Engineer Speaks (feat. Chuck Colwill)
September 07, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBWe all see communication disconnects between designers and builders every single day, so today we talk to one of our Dad’s old work buddies, Chuck Colwill. Why Chuck? Because Chuck is an expert in the design-build approach that produces a much more nimble and efficient building team. Chuck’s work with his firm, Colwill Engineering, is a great example of how to gracefully, creatively navigate the complications that come with supply-chain problems, bureaucracies, labor shortages, and other c...
Fartlek | 5 Minute Friday
September 02, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBYup. Just two brothers talking about fartlek. Life is busy. It’s easy to let physical fitness fall by the wayside. Today we step aside from professional concerns and into this area of personal improvement. We share a bit about our own experiences with physical training–specifically running. Fartlek is a Swedish term. It refers to a kind of training that involves varying the pacing, intensity, and length of workouts. We’ve both experienced the benefits of this and other deliberate approa...
Challenge Your Normal | Coffee with the Bros
August 31, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBEddie wore khakis and a button-down shirt to the office every single day for his first couple years in the office. He felt like this was a necessary part of showing that he took his role seriously. Tyler followed Eddie’s fashion leadership… for about a month. Now, both of us wear jeans and a t-shirt to the office every day. And there is purpose behind this choice. This isn’t an episode about fashion, but more an episode about questioning your motivations for doing things. Here are some touc...
Trust Saves Time | 5 Minute Friday
August 26, 2022 04:00 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBWhen we focus exclusively on the price of the bid, we risk finding ourselves working with people we can’t depend on. At the same time, we all know that our industry is built around profit. Teams work best when there is balance between profit and relationship. This requires trust. When trust is present within and between crews, a project runs more efficiently and results in a better end product. On top of that, the process is more enjoyable for everyone. Find Us Online: Website - Linke...
Hope Is Not A Strategy (feat. Lydia Burns)
August 24, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBIf you work in construction, you know that we have a problem. We need more young people! Someone needs to connect the countless dots of classroom learning, workplace skills, career awareness, and student interests. Lydia Burns is that connector of dots. More formally, Lydia is known as a senior manager with Allied Construction Industries, a trade group that works on advocacy, networking, and solutions for anyone within the construction industry. Lydia’s specific focus is on the Construction ...
Drawing Clear Lines | 5 Minute Friday
August 19, 2022 04:00 - 4 minutes - 4.57 MBUnclear expectations, scope creep, “Dude, that’s not my job!” Regardless of the phrasing, you’ve experienced it if you’re a contractor or a sub. Today we discuss how to avoid it. What’s the answer? Refine. Be clear. Empathize. Find individuals who are masters of their specialties. Define the job you need each person to do and then hold yourself to those boundaries. That’s the message of today’s Five-Minute Friday. Find Us Online: Website - LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook - Edd...
Why Jerks Don't Win (feat. Wally Adamchik)
August 17, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBWally’s range of experience is more diverse than most. Who would have guessed that the Notre Dame leprechaun (yes, he was the official leprechaun for a year) would work his way to the rank of commander in the marines and pilot AH-1W Super Cobra helicopters? Eventually, Wally worked his way into construction leadership with FMI Consulting. Now Wally works as a public speaker and consultant, inspiring people in various fields to become better leaders. In our chat with Wally, we discuss the lead...
Late Bloomers | 5 Minute Friday
August 12, 2022 04:00 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MBNature’s timelines can seem unfair. The same is true of professional timelines. It can leave you feeling left behind. Our message: Cut yourself some slack! Stay the course! Don’t rush it! Keep learning, and watch for opportunities to combine your passions, skills, and experience into something meaningful. That’s the nugget of insight we offer in today’s Five-Minute Friday. Find Us Online: BrosPodcast.com - LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook - Eddie's LinkedIn - Tyler's LinkedIn If you e...
Oh The Contradictions... | Coffee With The Bros
August 10, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBWhen we don’t have a guest, it’s a bit like Dwight and Jim when Michael’s out of town. Today we confront the reality that we’ve talked out of both sides of our mouths. As we reflect on that, we touch on blood, politics, and mouse-movers. Do we un-contradict ourselves? You make the call. Be warned: our dander gets up a couple times. Wait. Before we go any further… In case you came to the show notes for the Mike Rowe sheep-castration link (which is likely), here it is. Here are some of the con...
When You Lose Your Right Hand | 5 Minute Friday
August 05, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBA few months ago, after a decade of the two of us working closely together, Tyler left ABSI to start his own company. What has Eddie learned from losing his right-hand man? Help them leave well. Celebrate their wins with them. Be genuinely happy for them. Do your best to put yourself in their shoes. Recognize and acknowledge that this separation is a form of loss, and with loss comes emotions you may not have accounted for: Shock, disbelief, or denial Anxiety Distress Anger Period...
Early Supply Chain Engagement (feat. Ernie Maschner)
August 03, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBSupply-chain challenges are certainly nothing new, but they’ve grown increasingly complicated over the last few years. Today we discuss how you as a contractor can approach these challenges whether you’re working on a local and global scale. We get several helpful supply-chain insights from our guest Ernie Maschner. Ernie has been an influential presence in the construction industry for more than 30 years. He now works as a VP with Victaulic, a manufacturer of engineered couplings and valve...
Everybody Wants To Rule The World | 5 Minute Friday
July 29, 2022 04:00 - 8 minutes - 7.65 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sales Tactics & Strategies (feat. Jack Daly)
July 27, 2022 04:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBWhether you’re in sales or not, knowing how to sell can be an invaluable skill to understand and master. Jack Daly is a sales expert and coach with over 30 years of boots on the ground experience. He guides us through best practice and gives us tips on how to sell larger projects than you thought were possible. Here are a few things you’ll learn! The difference between a $1,000 salesperson and a $100,000,000 salesperson How to not come off like a desperate salesperson Tips for getting ...
Mind Your Procore | 5 Minute Friday
July 22, 2022 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Superintendent Speaks (feat. Matt Haskins)
July 20, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBThanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating or review and follow us on our social accounts! SUBSCRIBE! Like us on LinkedIn! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Instagram!Eddie's LinkedIn Tyler's LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't Let The Rain Stop You | 5 Minute Friday
July 15, 2022 04:00 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MBA little rain never hurt anyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Balance Is A Myth | Re-Air
July 13, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBLife isn’t in our control. Shocked? Neither are we. How does that affect this idea of “work-life balance”? It is important to realize how to deal with the things, not in our control. We tackle the importance of realizing work-life balance isn’t obtainable, but what is obtainable is making sure we don’t become overwhelmed by the things we enjoy and the things life deals. If you have been here for longer than 30 seconds, you know we aren’t advocating for 20-hour workdays, but rather an understa...
Permission To Leave... | 5 Minute Friday
July 08, 2022 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBWe're reflecting on a statement made by our grandfather that had a huge impact on Tyler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Roofer Speaks (feat. John Kenney)
July 06, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBJohn Kenney is a 3rd generation roofer. Over John's 30+ years in the roofing industry he has worked in various roles. From Roofer, to Estimator to Project Manager. We dive into what has changed over his career and he shares some of the issues you can avoid when working with a roofing contractor! Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating or review and follow us on our social accounts! SUBSCRIBE!Like us on LinkedIn!Like us on Facebook!Follow us on Instagram!Eddie's LinkedInTyler'...
Confirmation RFI | 5 Minute Friday
July 01, 2022 04:00 - 7 minutes - 7.09 MBEddie shares a hack you should try!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You Printed A What?? (feat. Andrew McCoy)
June 29, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBDr. McCoy is the Director of the Virginia Center for Housing Research at Virginia Tech, the Beliveau Professor of Building Construction, and the Associate Director of the Myers Lawson School of Construction… He has over 24 years of experience in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, including 8.5 years of fieldwork and 8 years of managing a firm that maintained a Class A Virginia contractor license. Dr. McCoy received undergraduate degrees in Architecture and Architec...
Unhealthy Outputs | 5 Minute Friday
June 24, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBYou are what you eat. Garbage in, garbage out. The list of sayings go on and on. This week we're taking a look at some unhealthy things we can express. Here is our list of unhealthy outputs! Venting frustration on co-workers about everything negative that happens in your day Knee-jerk email in response to conflict or unkind words (Commenting toxic thoughts online) Disruptive, or out of place behaviors. (Sarcasm when you need seriousness.) Rambling and aimless brainstorming Openly tear...
Become An Asset For Your Team (feat. Henry Nutt)
June 22, 2022 04:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBWe love interviewing authors, and today we have a great one. Henry Nutt III started in the industry when he was 19 years old. He worked as general superintendent for 34 years. Henry has been with Southland Industry for 15 years, where he currently works as Pre-construction Executive. All of this experience makes him eminently qualified to share some advice about building strong teams. Henry spends a lot of time talking to students about preparing for careers. As he shared his experience, he...
Healthy Outputs | 5 Minute Friday
June 17, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBYou are what you eat. Garbage in, garbage out. The list of sayings go on and on. This week we're taking a look at some healthy things we can express. Here is our list of healthy outputs! Journaling Conversations with a counselor Creating something – Video, photo, graphics, woodworking, anything to do with moving your hands. Focused production work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Devastating Impact Hackers Can Have On Your Company (feat. John Harper)
June 15, 2022 04:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBWe know hackers are out there, but how do they get access to our information and hold our companies hostage? In order to find out, this week we're talking to a hacker. (Who happens to be our uncle!) Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating or review and follow us on our social accounts! SUBSCRIBE!Like us on LinkedIn!Like us on Facebook!Follow us on Instagram!Eddie's LinkedInTyler's LinkedInSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Unhealthy Inputs | 5 Minute Friday
June 10, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBYou are what you eat. Garbage in, garbage out. The list of sayings go on and on. This week we're taking a look at some unhealthy things we can be bringing into our lives. Here is our list of unhealthy Inputs. Social Media Email Caustic personalities Notifications on your phone can be unhealthy Unhealthy eating and drinking Obsessing over someone else’s successes Research (when it doesn’t have a point, you're thrashing) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Growth Mindset Trap.
June 08, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBOur society has an addiction to growth. This week we're diving into our experience growing a company and the pain that is introduced when you pull that trigger and try to scale. Questions to ask yourself: Why do you want to grow? Is it become more wealthy? Is it because that’s what businesses are supposed to do? Is it pure vanity? Just to show it off? Is it for the challenge? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Healthy Inputs | 5 Minute Friday
June 03, 2022 12:09 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBYou are what you eat. Garbage in, garbage out. The list of sayings go on and on. This week we're taking a look at some healthy things we can be bringing into our lives. Here is our list of Healthy Inputs. Books (or just reading in general) Podcasts Research Encouraging personalities See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Like Lego | Reair
June 01, 2022 11:56 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBWe're revisiting the question - What comes first, the Lego bricks or the Lego master? The modular construction movement is trying to figure out this very same issue. What comes first, is it the modules or the modular design? Construction already uses modular or unitized building materials as its basis for the design. Whether you are dealing with literal brick, lumber, plywood, or piping we use predictable sizes and shapes that complement each other and fit together well. The big question is...
Introduction To Inputs & Outputs | 5 Minute Friday
May 27, 2022 04:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBWe’re doing a series! This episode is to set the table for the conversations to come over the next four weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Find Good People! (feat. Matt Gorgolinski)
May 25, 2022 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBWhat are some tactics we can use to find and retain good people? Our guest, Matt Gorgolinski is a recruiter for construction companies and he breaks down how we can find talent! Matt was also kind enough to provide this resource full of tips to attract talent. - https://docs.google.com/file/d/1P1Hq7d_TmPdZo_w5wFjpPllBR7EmZmu-/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=mspresentation Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating or review and follow us on our social accounts! SUBSCRIBE!Like u...
Being More Purposeful | 5 Minute Friday
May 20, 2022 04:00 - 5 minutes - 4.92 MBEddie gives us a challenge for the coming week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be A Build, Not A Broker (feat. Tim Steigerwald)
May 18, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBMesser Construction has been a huge part of our family for generations. This week we sit down and talk with Tim Steigerwald, who is the CEO of Messer. During our chat, Tim shares the methods they use to recruit talent. The primary way they do this is through co-ops. If you listened to our episode with our Grandpa (Pop) and Dad, they both talked about how they came through the Messer co-op machine and how it was a massive aid to them becoming the builders they are today. For people trying to...
Be A Builder, Not A Broker (feat. Tim Steigerwald)
May 18, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBMesser Construction has been a huge part of our family for generations. This week we sit down and talk with Tim Steigerwald, who is the President of Messer. During our chat, Tim shares the methods they use to recruit talent. The primary way they do this is through co-ops. If you listened to our episode with our Grandpa (Pop) and Dad, they both talked about how they came through the Messer co-op machine and how it was a massive aid to them becoming the builders they are today. For people tryin...
What About The Recession? | 5 Minute Friday
May 13, 2022 04:00 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBEddie shares what he's doing different to avoid the challenges ABSI faced in 2008. Thanks for joining us this week! Please consider subscribing! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL Like us on LinkedIn! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Instagram! Eddie's LinkedIn Tyler's LinkedIn (Our day job)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Day In The Life Of An Owner (feat. Nathan Patrick)
May 11, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBWe hear people say "If we could get closer to owners, we could help them so much!" all of the time. This week, we sit down with Nate Patrick, who is a Project Manager from Penn State to discuss what a day in his shoes looks like. The purpose of this conversation is to open our eyes further to what's going through an owners mind. How they operate, what they care about and how we can best serve them. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating or review and follow us on our social ...
Know What You're Good At! (feat. David Moody) | Reair
May 04, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBDavid Moody is the owner of CD Moody, one of Atlanta’s Top 25 Commercial Contractors. If you live in or visited Georgia, you’ve been impacted by some of the projects he's been involved with. Projects include the Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta History Center Cyclorama, and Turner Field just to name a few. After going to school to be an architect, he later decided that he didn’t want to just sit and draw all day, and he wanted to be outside in the field and putting the project together. So he d...
The Feedback Loop...Again | 5 Minute Friday
April 29, 2022 04:00 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBWe record a lot of stuff for the podcast. As a result, we’re going to say things that aren’t correct. So this week we’re asking for your feedback! What have you heard us say that was an incorrect statement? Email us your feedback! - [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Enviromentally Friendly Steel (feat. Dennis Pilarczyk)
April 27, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThis week we're learning about ways you can meet sustainability goals when you're using steel. Our friend, Dennis Pilarczyk is Manager of Building Solutions at Nucor and he walks us through some of the new innovations in steel manufacturing! We obviously nerd out hard on this episode since we both have a background in steel. Here are a few things we dive into! What's the difference between EAF and BOF mills? Environmental product declarations (EPDs) High strength steel and how reducing to...
The Tool Not Being The Problem | 5 Minute Friday
April 22, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tool Isn’t The Problem | 5 Minute Friday
April 22, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
116. Will Robots Take Our Jobs?
April 20, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIt’s just not that simple. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Robots Take Our Jobs?
April 20, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIt’s just not that simple. Thanks for listening! Please be sure to leave a rating or review and follow us on our social accounts! SUBSCRIBE! Like us on LinkedIn! Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Instagram!Eddie's LinkedIn Tyler's LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.