Construction Genius How Construction Leaders Win by Playing Long-Term Games
Sep 9, 2025
Luca Dellana, an independent consultant and bestselling author known for his expertise in organizational challenges, dives into the art of playing the long-term game in business. He discusses the critical balance between immediate gains and sustainable success, shedding light on the hunter vs. farmer mentality. Dellana reveals how building trust and developing relationships are essential for leadership. He explores personal anecdotes, the impact of AI on skill acquisition, and strategies for overcoming short-term thinking, encouraging professionals to embrace patience and authenticity.
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Defend Calendar Blocks
- Book and defend calendar blocks for development like any important meeting, or cut rework by clarifying tasks to free time.
- Hunt unnecessary meetings and rework (long meetings, misunderstandings) to reclaim hours for growth work.
Train By Doing Work With Them
- When doing subordinate tasks, do them together so they learn on the job instead of you silently rescuing them.
- Training by pairing saves time and prevents future interruptions from repeated fixes.
Fix Recurring Interruptions Once
- Fix recurring interruptions with a short diagnostic conversation to solve the root cause once, not repeatedly.
- Spend triple the time up front to eliminate ten future interruptions and automate information where possible.
