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
316 :: Whitney Hill, Co-Founder of SnapADU on Leading the Granny Flat Revolution
In episode 316, Bradley is joined by Whitney Hill, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at SnapADU. They explain what an ADU is and what it stands for. They also talk about construction proc…
315 :: Andrew Luck: Humble, Hungry, and Smart Personified
In episode 315, Bradley discusses Patrick Lencioni's book The Ideal Team Player, which reveals what ideal team leaders should be, and how former Indianapolis Colts quarterback, Andrew Luck personifie…
314 :: Expert Safety Panel featuring Tricia Thibodeaux of Fluor, J.D. Slaughter of S&B Engineers, Jeremy Stovall of Brookstone, and Todd Svihovec of Flint Hills Resources
In episode 314, Bradley leads a panel discussion in Houston at a Safety Symposium led by the National Academy of Construction, in conjunction with Texas A&M University and the University of Texas - A…
313 :: The Risk of Constant Learning
In episode 313, Bradley examines the recent phenomena of companies laying off employees, despite, high profits. He explains how the risk of constant learning and following the herd is partly to blam…
312 :: Levi Smith, CEO of Franklin Building Supply on Accelerating Your Path to Leadership
In episode 312, Bradley visits with CEO and President of Franklin Building Supply, Levi Smith. Levi shares some tips on how you can accelerate your path to leadership. He also explains the importan…
311 :: A Leadership Pit-Stop with Barrett Burt of Ganahl Lumber
In episode 311, Bradley is joined by General Manager of Ganahl Lumber, Barrett Burt. They discuss the unique Ganahl lumber yard. Barrett shares his perspective of hiring ahead of need and how to do…
310 :: The Leadership of WXRT's Lin Brehmer (1954-2023)
In episode 310, Bradley remembers famous WXRT disc-jockey and Chicago personality, Lin Brehmer, who recently passed away. Bradley shares a unique story about his chance encounter with Brehmer.
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309 :: Todd Sattersten: The 100 Best Business Books of All-Time
In episode 309, Bradley is joined by Author and Bard Press Publisher, Todd Sattersten. Todd shares a glimpse into the publishing world by offering advice on pricing books as well as how new writers c…
308 :: Southwest, The Parable of The Ass-Kicking Line, and You
In episode 308, Bradley uses the Southwest Airlines fiasco that left thousands stranded over the holidays as a lesson to those in the construction industry who continue to use antiquated systems to r…
307 :: Innovation and Differentiation with Key-Link Trio: Javan Lapp, Tim Smoyer, and Alicia Zywko
In episode 307, Bradley and Erik The Producer visited New Holland, PA, home of Key-Link Fencing & Railing. They were given an amazing plant tour by recently promoted CEO, Javan Lapp, VP of Sales, Ti…
306 :: Patrick Suermann of Texas A&M and Lauren Collins of Kiewit: Loyalty and Leadership Principles
In episode 306, Bradley is joined by Texas A&M Associate Professor and Department Head, Patrick Suermann and Sr. Business Partner at Kiewit, Lauren Collins. They discuss how loyalty has changed amon…
305 :: The Backfire Effect
In episode 304, Bradley explains The Backfire Effect and how it can hinder your leadership abilities. He also offers 4 rules to help you avoid The Backfire Effect.
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304 :: Live From LBM Journal's Annual Conference on Sales Performance Analytics in the Construction Industry
In episode 304, Bradley delivers an important keynote speech at LBM Journal's Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado on the significant role analytics are going to play in the construction industry. …
303 :: Mark Harari of Remodelers Advantage: Zillow's Line Extension Debacle and The Remodeler Booty Call
In episode 303, Bradley is joined by Mark Harari, Vice President and Author at Remodelers Advantage. They discuss Zillow's line extension that went horribly wrong. Bradley and Mark also examine the…
302 :: Elf - Leadership Lessons in Film
In episode 302, 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 examin…
301 :: Holiday Book Buying Recommendations
In episode 301, Bradley helps those of you struggling to find the perfect holiday gift by offering several book recommendations you should consider. He also reintroduces his PAROLE book scoring syst…
300 :: Brent Hull and Mike Barrett: 100 Year Windows and Construction Innovation
In episode 300, Bradley sits down with owner and founder of Hull Works, Brent Hull and owner of Barrett Homes, Mike Barrett. They discuss designing the 100 Year Window and why it's important to move…
299 :: Mis-Judging Ohtani, The Black Swan Innovation in Baseball
In episode 299, Bradley explains why we continue to discount the feats of Los Angeles Angels pitcher/outfielder/designated hitter/unicorn, Shohei Ohtani, while shining a light on great, but lesser pl…
298 :: Armen Alajian of Arto: The Empresario of Brick
In episode 298, Bradley is joined by Armen Alajian, owner of Arto Brick. In this roller coaster episode, Bradley and Armen touch on many subjects including craftsmanship, leadership, technology, and…
297 :: Bill Walton :: One-on-One Leadership Discussion with the NBA Legend
In episode 297, Bradley is joined by NBA Legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton at West Coast Lumber and Building Materials Association (WCLBMA) Annual Convention that was held October 19-21 in San Die…