Season 2
Episodes
S2 E14 Meet the Millennials: An Examination of Cross Generational Communication
Millennials in the workforce are shaped by technology, societal changes, and unique economic challenges, driving a desire for meaningful work and strong workplace relationships. Understanding generational differences...
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S2 E13 Managing Legionella Risk Through Design Construction Operations and Maintenance
Preventing Legionella outbreaks requires careful attention to the design, operation, and maintenance of building water systems, including cooling towers and tepid water systems. Collaboration between design and...
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S2 E12 How to Avoid the #1 Reason for Schedule Delays
Construction schedule delays are often caused by multiple factors, including handoffs, estimating errors, and inefficiencies, making effective communication and strong job site relationships essential. Prioritizing...
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S2 E11 The Power of Vendor Relationships with Aaron Luce
Building strong trust-based relationships with suppliers and vendors, supported by education and accountability, is essential for successful construction projects. Understanding client needs, valuing expertise, and...
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S2 E10 The Evolution and Future of Building Information Modeling
Building Information Modeling (BIM) enhances construction planning and coordination, but its success depends on effective execution, skilled detailers, and strong collaboration among contractors. While BIM can reduce...
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S2 E9 Best Practices for Procurement Tracking
Effective procurement management in construction requires thorough planning, clear communication, and careful attention to specifications to ensure project success. Leveraging expertise, tracking best practices, and...
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S2 E8 Why Your Energy Bills Keep Going Up Part 2
Energy bills are affected by factors such as time-of-use rates, seasonal charges, and demand fees, making it important to understand how these elements contribute to overall costs. Monitoring usage, adjusting habits,...
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S2 E7 Why Your Energy Bills Keep Going Up Part 1
Energy bills are shaped by technology, regulation, transmission losses, and the evolving dynamics of the power grid, including generation, distribution, and regional differences. Advancements in energy technology,...
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S2 E6 Real Estate Development with Jeff Grossman
Successful real estate development relies on strategic portfolio management, careful consideration of ownership versus leasing, and attention to location, infrastructure, and local regulations. Interest rates, tenant...
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S2 E5 Construction Management Software: A Unified Solution?
Construction management software faces challenges due to low industry investment, diverse project needs, and a disconnect between executives and field workers. Standardized or unified software solutions have the...
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S2 E4 Hiring Discrimination, AI Bias Lawsuit
Unintentional biases and flawed AI systems can significantly impact hiring decisions, often perpetuating discrimination rather than preventing it. Human judgment, bias training, and thoughtful integration of...
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S2 E3 Networking is NOT a dirty word
Building genuine professional relationships through networking is essential for career advancement and uncovering opportunities that may not be publicly advertised. Investing time in both in-person and online...
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