In this episode, Jason tackles a tough truth: our industry has quietly stopped training. Core builder skills are disappearing and it’s costing us. Drawing lessons from Japanese craftsmanship, U.S. military history, and decades of field experience, Jason makes the case that training is not optional it’s survival. Just like Japan rebuilds its temples every 20 years to preserve skill, we must continually rebuild our workforce to preserve the craft of building. Key Points:   How technology has replaced not supported builder skills.   Why the silence of older generations cost us vital knowledge.   The impact of rapid scaling without matching training systems.   Why field engineering must remain a cornerstone skill.   A vision for mass-producing master builders to rebuild America.   If you’ve ever wondered why projects feel harder to staff with skilled leaders, this episode will open your eyes and point to a way forward.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1431 - The Base of Construction

In this episode, Jason shares a real-world story from the road to the Super PM Bootcamp in Dallas and the powerful lesson it revealed:&nbsp;being prepared creates freedom. By handling the small details in advance, you clear space for innovation, calm, and focus. Instead of fighting fires, you get to lead. Key Takeaways:   Preparation eliminates chaos and stress.   Buffers protect you from last-minute crises.   Clean, organized systems multiply performance.   Taking care of details frees you to innovate and improve.   If you want projects and life to flow smoother, start by getting the details right. &nbsp; If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1430 - Prepared Details

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Ep.1432 - Are You Ready to Receive The Value?

This episode gets real about why good delivery models go bad. Jason breaks down the traps that derail IPD, Design-Build, and CM at Risk, and shows how systems thinking, flow, and true collaboration keep projects on track. Key points:  The “competitive design proposal” trap burns millions and cannibalizes unpaid design. Phased design without a full kit leads to rework: missing sleeves, embeds, blue bangers, and chaos. If it violates Goldratt’s Rules of Flow, it will fail no matter the contract wrapper. Deming’s lesson: we fail despite best efforts when we don’t think in systems. Stop sub-optimizing and start collaborating across teams, trades, and tech. Update your playbooks continuously instead of treating methods as frozen versions.  If you want delivery models that actually deliver, build the system first, protect flow, and make collaboration non-negotiable.  If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1433 - How to Fail a System

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From boot camps to field training, Jason shows why our schools and even many corporate programs are broken, and how the construction industry can step up with meaningful education that sticks. In this episode, you’ll hear:   Why grading and homework are damaging and outdated.  How schools condition kids to stay quiet instead of staying curious.  Why colleges and traditional training leave people siloed and scared to speak up.   Examples of companies (Hensel Phelps, Petticoat-Schmidt, O’Shea Builders) doing training the right way.   Why ignorance benefits the ruling class and why we must fight it with education.   The dangerous excuses we keep repeating in construction (“workers are the problem,” “we can’t do that here,” “retention is fine”) and why they’re all wrong.   The books, tools, and lean practices that every builder should be learning and applying today.   Jason’s challenge is simple: training, training, and more training. Not once a year, not when it’s convenient, every day, until learning becomes the heartbeat of your company. Because we don’t rise to the level of our ambitions, we fall to the level of our training. If you’re ready to swap ignorance for growth and excuses for real learning, this episode will light a fire.    If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1435 - The Importance Of Training And Education

Unions spark some of the strongest emotions in construction. Jason finally tackles the topic head-on sharing both the best and worst he’s seen. From world-class training halls to toxic bullying, from skilled Southern California carpenters to right-to-work states with weaker pipelines, he unpacks why unions exist, where they add value, and where they’ve gone off track. In this episode, Jason covers:   Why unions are ultimately our fault,&nbsp;a response to toxic management and disrespect for people.   The undeniable benefits: training, tools, benefits, and raising the bar on craft quality.   The dark side: threats, vandalism, mafia-like behavior, and how that destroys trust.   Real examples from California, Texas, Arizona, and Illinois that show both extremes.   Why “all union” vs. “no union” politics is broken and what a balanced path could look like.   A bigger truth: nobody in the U.S. should be threatened or killed for their beliefs, union or non-union.   The bottom line: if companies want to avoid unions, they must take better care of their people. And if unions want lasting respect, they must hold themselves accountable to higher standards. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation you won’t hear anywhere else. Hit play and join the dialogue.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1437 - Unions

There’s a common saying in construction: “You’re not doing your job unless your name’s on the porta john.”&nbsp;Jason and Mark Story break it down and break it apart. Disrespect is not a badge of honor. It’s a warning sign that leadership is failing. Instead, they show how real leaders win trust and build high-performing jobs by supporting their teams, not fighting them. You’ll hear field-tested stories of:   Turning messy, conflict-heavy projects into stable, clean, and respectful jobsites.   Why adding restrooms and daily worker huddles can instantly boost morale and productivity.   How trades are already bending over backwards and what GCs must do to better support them   Why “leadership” boils down to one thing: removing roadblocks so your people can succeed.   This episode is about more than porta john graffiti. It’s about flipping the culture of construction from disrespect to dignity, from chaos to flow. &nbsp; If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1438 - Advice to the Rising Generation, Feat. Mark Story

Most of us see stress as the villain in our story. But what if it’s actually a tool, even a superpower? In this episode, Jason Schroeder is joined by licensed therapist Barbara Hettinger, who brings years of experience in trauma, family, and mental health work. Together, they break down how stress works, why it isn’t inherently “bad,” and how you can flip the script to use stress as fuel for focus, growth, and resilience. What you’ll take away from this episode:   Why stress is neutral not good, not bad and how your response makes the difference.   A three-step method to acknowledge, welcome, and use stress to your advantage.   How reframing stress can turn ADHD, OCD, or daily struggles into hidden superpowers.   Practical tools to stay within your “window of tolerance” and find calm under pressure.   Real stories from the field about leaders transforming stress into clarity and action.   This isn’t just another talk about “managing stress.” It’s about re-imagining it as a force that can sharpen your edge and strengthen your leadership. If you’re in construction or just navigating the stress of daily life, this episode will help you rethink the pressure you feel and use it to build something remarkable.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1439 - Stress, Stressors, and Mindset, Feat. Barbara Hettinger

This episode isn’t comfortable and it’s not meant to be. Jason takes on a tough but necessary conversation about the cultural mindset that’s holding us back. Too often, we wear stagnation, ignorance, and fear like badges of honor. “I haven’t read a book in 30 years.” “We’ve always done it this way.” “AI will take our jobs.” These aren’t harmless phrases, they’re symptoms of decline. Jason draws from history, industry, and hard truth to challenge us:   Why fear and ignorance have become tools of control in governments, companies, and even daily conversations.   How the U.S. once thrived on continuous improvement, education, and courage and what it would take to reclaim that mindset.   Why tariffs, isolation, and complacency are signs of decline not solutions.   What construction professionals can do to reject stagnation and become the true voices of progress.   This isn’t about politics. It’s about leadership, courage, and the future of our industry and our nation. If you’re tired of seeing fear and ignorance celebrated, and you’re ready to step into improvement and knowledge, this is an episode you can’t afford to skip.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you’ll never miss an episode.&nbsp; And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I’d appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). &nbsp; Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel:  · LeanTakt YouTube Channel:  · LeanSuper YouTube Channel:  · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel:

Ep.1440 - Continuous Ignorance, Stagnation, & Fear

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