The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget
Are you spending more time solving problems than actually leading in your construction business?
The Construction Leadership Podcast helps executives build high-performing teams, finish on time and under budget—without all the firefighting and babysitting—so you can lead with clarity, consistency, and control.
Hosted by Bradley Hartmann—author of 15 books for the construction industry who teaches leadership in the University of Oklahoma’s Master’s program for construction professionals—each episode delivers real-world lessons for real-world builders.
You’ll learn how to:
• Lead change with less resistance using field-tested strategies that increase engagement
• Build a culture of accountability—without micromanaging or constant confrontation
• Eliminate confusion with mental models and tools that drive confident execution
New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday.
Ready to jump in? Start with episode 470: The Glock 17, a Billionaire, and the Leadership Lesson That Will Transform Your Team’s Change Management. It’s a listener favorite and will shift how you lead through resistance.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 36 minutes
- Episodes
- 477
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
456 :: The Curse of Yes: How Jim Valvano Burned Out and Why You’re at Risk Too
In episode 456 host Bradley Hartmann explores the dangers of overcommitment through the lens of two contrasting figures: Jim Valvano, the national champion basketball coach at N.C. State and Cal Newp…
455 :: Godfather Part II: Negotiation Tactics with Jim Sobeck
Episode 455 is Part II of Jim Sobeck’s negotiation principles drawn from Mario Puzo's "The Godfather". The discussion explores critical business insights, including how to handle negotiations effecti…
454 :: Godfather Part I: Negotiation Tactics with Jim Sobeck
Episode 454 features Jim Sobeck’s return to the Construction Leadership Podcast as he discusses negotiation and leadership lessons from the legendary Mario Puzo novel "The Godfather" novel. Sobeck, a…
453 :: Jon Vaughan on Pitino's Leadership, Luka's Discipline, and Why Nico Harrison May Be the GOAT GM
Jon Vaughn returns to the show to discuss leadership through the lens of sports, with a particular focus on basketball. Jon and Bradley dive deep into Rick Pitino's transformation of St. John's baske…
452 :: Avoid These, Lead Better: Charlie Munger and OU MBAs Build the Anti-Leadership Playbook
This podcast episode explores leadership principles through the lens of inversion—focusing on what not to do to become a better leader. Bradley Hartmann shares insights from CNS 5632:Leadership Princ…
451 :: Tim Ferriss, Legendary Inventor Danny Hillis, and Our Leadership Mantra—You Are Owed Nothing. Deliver Value First.—In Action.
Episode 451 dissects a clip from The Tim Ferriss Show featuring inventor Danny Hillis as he shares an entertaining story about working his way into Marvin Minsky's AI Lab at MIT. How? By living out o…
450 :: Dr. Sarah Buchner of Trunk Tools on Schwarzenegger’s Fake Accent, Anti-LinkedIn, and Generative AI in Construction
In episode 450 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann interviews Dr. Sarah Buchner, a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey took her from being an impoverished 12-year-old carp…
449 :: Davis-Hawn and the Compound Effect of Family, Culture, and Relentless Improvement
In episode 449 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann reunites with Dave Reichert for an in-depth exploration of business growth, family dynamics, and leadership evolution. Eig…
448 :: What to Do When What You’ve Been Doing No Longer Works
In episode 448, host Bradley Hartmann discusses the importance of having robust, reliable processes that can withstand economic cycles. Using legendary physician Richard Feynman’s "cargo cult" story …
447 :: Confessions of a Construction CEO: How Vulnerability Fueled My Company's Growth with Ed DeAngelis of EDA Contractors
Episode 447 features Ed DeAngelis, CEO of EDA Contractors. Ed provides a masterclass in effective leadership for construction companies. DeAngelis shares how he has built a thriving, 450-employee org…
446 :: The ESPN and Disney-Approved Storytelling Playbook for Telling Stories That Sell with Author Paul Kix
Episode 446 is a must-listen for any business leader looking to grow their influence and impact. Storytelling expert Paul Kix shares invaluable insights on how crafting compelling narratives can tran…
445 :: Hartmann Joins Natalie Heacock and Chelsea Zuccato of Patrick Lumber on The Lumber Slingers Podcast
Unlock game-changing sales tactics with this exclusive excerpt from Bradley Hartmann’s November 2024 guest appearance on The Lumber Slingers Podcast with Natalie Heacock and Chelsea Zuccato of Patri…
444 :: Why Most Sales Strategies Fail—And How to Fix Yours: Exclusive Audiobook Sneak Peek Inside The Air Raid Sales Offense
Exclusive excerpt from Bradley Hartmann’s new book, The Air Raid Sales Offense—a sales philosophy based on simplicity, fearlessness, optimism, and fun. It draws parallels between the innovative Air R…
443 :: QXO, Brad Jacobs, and Beacon Roofing: Corporate Pillow Fight or Knife Fight?
Host Bradley Hartmann dives into the high-stakes drama unfolding between QXO, led by serial entrepreneur Brad Jacobs, and Beacon Roofing Supply. Jacobs is making an aggressive $11billion bid to acqui…
442 :: Tannis Liviniuk: Zachry Group’s Digital Advancement Executive
In episode 442, Tannis Liviniuk provides valuable insights into the role of a digital advancement executive and the challenges of technology adoption in the construction industry. Listeners will gain…
441 :: Air Raid QB Legend and Custom Home Builder Dustin DeWald
In episode 441, Dustin DeWald joins the show to talk leadership—on the gridiron (leading Iowa Wesleyan in the early 90s, he threw for 12,045 yards and 115 touchdowns) and in homebuilding (leading Dus…
440 :: Jon Vaughan Hijacks Role of Host and Interviews Hartmann on His New Book: The Air Raid Sales Offense
In episode 440, Jon Vaughan wrests control of the host role and turns the table on Bradley Hartmann as they discuss Hartmann's new book The Air Raid Sales Offense. They discuss how the principles of …
439 :: Dan Starr, CEO at Do it Best on Unlocking True Value
Dan Starr, CEO of Do it Best since 2016, joins the show to discuss the $200 million acquisition of True Value that included inventory, brand rights, and paint manufacturing facilities. The acquisitio…
438 :: Leadership Decoded: Jim Hershey of Atlantic Wholesale on Shared Power and Better Listening
In episode 438, you'll dive into the wisdom and insights of industry veteran Jim Hershey. Jim shares lessons learned on his remarkable leadership journey as well as insights learned from mentors like…
437 :: Elf: Leadership Lessons At The Movies
Bradley discusses leadership lessons that can be learned from the classic holiday film Elf with Data Scientist, Brock Lacy and returning guest, Sales Leader, Matt Potter. They examine Walter Hobbs' …