Elevate Construction

In this podcast we cover: The importance of digging into project details. How to do it remotely. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: How to do one piece flow the communication. Why batching hurts collaboration. The model you can follow to stabilize your meetings. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Stories about not having balance. How to begin early in your career. Steps you can take tomorrow. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Getting the right "Who"s. Forcing yourself to delegate and automate In this episode, Jason shares a powerful lesson about delegation, systems, and the importance of finding the right whos in your life and business. Inspired by the book Who Not How by Dan Sullivan, Jason explains why doing tasks yourself may feel faster in the moment but holds you back in the long run. He shares personal stories about training his assistant, building automation into his workflows, and how creating standard systems has freed him to focus on higher-value work. Jason also shows how this principle applies at home, where finding the right whos can ease stress and create more time for family and meaningful activities. This episode challenges you to rethink how you spend your time, embrace the extra effort it takes to delegate properly, and discover the freedom that comes from having capable people and strong systems in place. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Why negativity never could. ⁠Why negativity will hurt your sense of self and purpose. ⁠Why we need to listen to those with solutions. In this episode, Jason reflects on the growing trend of negativity among industry influencers and why it does more harm than good. He admits his own past mistakes with criticism and emphasizes the need for positive solutions and supportive partnerships. Jason explains why tearing down words, ideas, or people will never build the future of construction, while highlighting the organizations and individuals driving change with collaboration and low drama. He also discusses the five C's—criticizing, complaining, comparing, competing, and contending and why they hold the industry back. This episode challenges leaders to stop spreading negativity and start focusing on real solutions that move everyone forward. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Your most stable areas of the project may be your best ones. ⁠The squeaky wheel getting the grease does not mean its a good tire. ⁠How you can evaluate your organization and assess your best and most chaotic players. In this episode, Jason shares why stability is one of the hardest things to recognize in leadership and why it is so vital to success in construction. Using the example of his colleague Carol Zamora, he highlights the qualities of level five leadership and how quiet, humble stability creates strong systems and lasting results. Jason explains why organizations often undervalue stabilizers, reward firefighters, and unintentionally create chaos. He challenges leaders to shift their focus away from noise and drama and instead recognize, protect, and reward the people who bring order and flow. This episode is a reminder that in construction, boring is beautiful and stability is the key to finishing strong. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Helpful quotes you will want to remember. ⁠Why stopping is hell. ⁠Why heaven in progress in the now. In this episode, Jason shares a mix of quotes, reflections, and lessons that apply to leadership and life in construction. He explains why a bad system will always beat a good person, why email often creates more misunderstanding than clarity, and how false metrics distract from real progress. Jason also shares a personal story about choosing humility over ego and embracing the principle of getting it right instead of being right. The episode builds toward a powerful idea: heaven is living in the present, serving, and growing, while hell is the trap of stopping, clinging to identity, and worrying about the past or future. This is a practical and inspiring reminder to keep moving forward, stay humble, and live intentionally. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Why your ego is so descructive. ⁠What you can do to be present and authentic. ⁠What the consequences are of being trapped in an egoic state. In this episode, Jason explores the lessons from Eckhart Tolle's book The Power of Now and how they connect with leadership, spirituality, and daily life. He explains how ego forms when we identify with thoughts, emotions, roles, or possessions, and how it traps us in conflict, fear, and comparison. Jason shares stories and examples of ego in action and offers practical ways to step beyond it through presence, awareness, and mindfulness. This reflection shows how letting go of ego leads to happiness, peace, and even heaven on earth. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: the last 10 steps in the field engineering process. In this episode, Jason Schroeder closes out the field engineering series by covering steps 30 through 39. He explains how to begin port checks, create quality checklists, and use feature of work boards to guide crews. Jason emphasizes the importance of learning Revit, producing lift drawings, and writing RFIs to strengthen field ownership. He also highlights methods for vertical control, transferring elevations, and grid leveling decks to prevent costly mistakes. This episode wraps the series into a practical framework that builders can use to bring consistency, quality, and accountability to their projects. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: 15 more steps in the field engineering process. In this episode, Jason Schroeder continues the builder and field engineering series with steps 17 through 29. He explains why testing schedules matter, why builders need more than an iPad, and how to set up AutoCAD for surveying tasks. Jason covers the importance of understanding the basis of bearings and benchmarks, traversing and level looping primary control, and establishing secondary and working control networks. He closes by teaching how and when to begin using the certified chain for precise distance measurements. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊). Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw