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Adam, Jeff, and Greg React to HOT TAKES About The Construction Business
Jun 25, 2026
24m 52s
From Journeyman Electrician to 350+ Companies Helped: How Adam Cooper Built Ascent
Jun 18, 2026
38m 44s
Choosing the Right Hammer: Approach YOUR Construction Problem the Right Way
Jun 11, 2026
16m 22s
New Software Gone WRONG: The BIGGEST Tech Issue for Construction Companies
Jun 4, 2026
17m 49s
Your Subcontractor Might Be About to Burn You
May 28, 2026
17m 22s
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| 6/25/26 | Adam, Jeff, and Greg React to HOT TAKES About The Construction Business | Everyone loved Part 1, and Part 2, so we are doing Part 3!In this episode, Adam, Jeff, and Greg react to five HOT TAKES about the construction industry and decide whether they agree or disagree. You’re not going to want to miss this one. Comment with any takes you feel like deserve a reaction and dissection!Chapters:00:00 – Segment Intro & Game Rules00:46 – Communication Failures vs. Labor Shortages05:19 – The Risk of Relying on One "Superstar" PM08:56 – Why Field Superintendents Clash with Corporate16:18 – How Bad Estimating Handoffs Impact Projects21:31 – Will AI Replace Construction Superintendents?Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 24m 52s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | From Journeyman Electrician to 350+ Companies Helped: How Adam Cooper Built Ascent | Big contractors don't scale by accident — they scale through systems. Adam Cooper spent 20 years inside the largest electrical contractors in the country before founding Ascent to bring that behind-the-curtain playbook to the mid-market. In this episode: why your problems aren't unique, why the owner is usually the bottleneck, and the view of how a real construction business runs.Chapters:00:00 – Adam Cooper’s Career Journey08:06 – Why Ascent Consulting Was Founded17:23 – Learning to Be a Consultant20:59 – Growing Ascent Consulting Nationwide24:23 – Key Lessons for Construction CompaniesCheck out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 38m 44s | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | Choosing the Right Hammer: Approach YOUR Construction Problem the Right Way✨ | construction consultingA.I. in construction+3 | — | A.I.Procore+2 | Construction Hot Takes | constructionA.I.+5 | — | 16m 22s | |
| 6/4/26 | New Software Gone WRONG: The BIGGEST Tech Issue for Construction Companies✨ | software misalignmentconstruction companies+3 | Jeff Robertson | Ascent Consulting | — | construction softwaretech issues+3 | — | 17m 49s | |
| 5/28/26 | Your Subcontractor Might Be About to Burn You✨ | subcontractor pre-qualificationrisk management+3 | — | Ascent Consulting | — | subcontractorpre-qualification+3 | — | 17m 22s | |
| 5/21/26 | Automation vs. A.I. in Construction: How To Navigate✨ | automationartificial intelligence+3 | Gregory Gorman | Ascent Consulting | — | constructionautomation+3 | — | 28m 05s | |
| 5/14/26 | How To Achieve Your Construction Company’s Growth Targets In Months, Not Years (Strategic Planning)✨ | strategic planningconstruction growth+3 | — | Ascent Consulting | — | construction companygrowth targets+3 | — | 24m 28s | |
| 5/1/26 | 3 Reasons Your CFO Hates You (And It’s Costing You Money)✨ | CFO dynamicsbusiness mistakes+3 | — | Ascent Consulting | — | CFObusiness owners+3 | — | 31m 46s | |
| 4/23/26 | Construction Industry HOT TAKES REACTIONS: Part 2✨ | project managementconstruction industry+4 | — | Ascent Consulting | — | constructionhot takes+5 | — | 19m 49s | |
| 4/16/26 | 3 Systems to Scale Your Construction Company (in 2026)✨ | constructionbusiness growth+3 | Jeff Robertson | Ascent Consulting | — | construction companyscaling+3 | — | 31m 31s | |
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| 4/9/26 | Construction Industry HOT TAKES REACTIONS: Part 1✨ | construction industryhot takes+4 | — | Ascent Consulting | — | constructionhot takes+5 | — | 21m 48s | |
| 3/26/26 | 3 Ways AI Can TRANSFORM Your Construction Business Today✨ | AI in constructionproductivity+3 | — | Ascent Consulting | — | AIconstruction+4 | — | 6m 59s | |
| 3/19/26 | AI in Construction: Practical Use Cases for Every Contractor | In this episode, Jeff Robertson dives into AI in construction, breaking down adoption tiers, practical use cases, and how contractors of all sizes can leverage AI to protect margins, streamline processes, and grow their business.Chapters:0:00 – Introduction: The Solo Podcast4:27 – Understanding the AI Marketplace6:52 – The Three Tiers of AI Application12:12 – Market Adoption: Large, Mid, and Small Contractors22:11 – Practical Use Cases & ConclusionCheck out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 33m 06s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | State of A.I. in Construction (2026 Q1 Update) | A.I. is affecting every single facet of the construction industry. We are committing to doing a quarterly update, and this is the Q1 2026 State of A.I. update from the Construction Hot Takes podcast. Here, we talk through 5 key updates in the world of construction A.I.Chapters: 00:00 – Intro to AI Trends04:02 – Embedded AI "Co-pilots"07:11 – Document & Contract Intelligence12:22 – AI-Assisted Estimating15:51 – AI for Production Scheduling17:06 – Financial & Invoice AutomationCheck out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 25m 16s | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | How A.I. COMPLETELY Changes the Monthly Close Process for Construction Accounting | In this episode, Gregory Gorman draws on his industry leading expertise in construction accounting especially as it has been dramatically affected by A.I., specifically how A.I. is enabling the continuous close.Chapters:0:00 – Intro to Market Trends1:52 – Understanding Risk Management3:29 – Scaling Your Operations6:09 – Tech Integration in Construction10:55 – Future Outlook & ClosingCheck out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 16m 08s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | How Your Construction Firm Gets Found Online in 2026: AEO, GEO, SEO | In this episode, Katherine Cooper talks about the new wave of search in 2026 that is powered by A.I. While many have already familiarized themselves with Search Engine Optimization, Answer Engine Optimization and Generative Engine Optimization remain untapped by most even prominent firms. Be sure to check this episode out and walk away with some of the key next steps that your construction firm can implement into your marketing strategies in 2026.Chapters: 00:00 – Search vs. Generative Optimization03:52 – Role of Reddit & LinkedIn10:40 – Building Digital Credibility14:56 – The Future of Google Ads16:29 – Human-Centric Content StrategyCheck out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 20m 24s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | Intro to Private Equity for Construction ($10m-100m) | In this episode, Gregory Gorman and Adam Cooper do a quick episode on the basics of private equity for construction businesses. Having plenty of experience working with construction firms with interest in working with private equity, this can provide you with some context. If you have any specific questions Adam or Gregory will be able to speak in depth with you about your concerns so please reach out.Chapters0:00 Intro to Private Equity1:04 PE Management Roles3:20 Portfolio Diversification5:04 Mid-Market Construction7:42 Recurring Revenue ValueCheck out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 10m 02s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | Bridging the Gap Between Estimating and Operations (ft. Joshua Gregory) | In this episode we are joined by Joshua Gregory, VP at Alston Construction, and friend of Adam Cooper since high school. They draw from their respective experiences in the world of construction to talk about the divide between pre-construction estimation and post-launch operations, and the reasons one may want to appreciate both sides no matter which side one works on. Hope you enjoy this episode.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 31m 31s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | Do NOT Start Your Construction Firm's ERP Change Process (Without Considering These 3 Things) | In this episode, Jeff Robertson, Gregory Gorman, and Adam Cooper talk about the reality of ERP implementation. Especially if you are considering this for your construction organization, this episode will be highly valuable for you as the conversation goes through the many facets of consideration that must occur in order for a successful, smooth changeover to occur.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 42m 26s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Sales vs. Marketing vs. Business Development in Residential Construction | In this episode, Katherine Cooper and Adam Cooper talk about the functions of sales, marketing, and business development within the context of residential construction firms.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 19m 34s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | How A.I. Is Being Used in Construction Accounting | In this episode, our resident finance expert Gregory Gorman and operations expert Jeff Robertson talk about how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of construction accounting. We get really specific in this episode, so we hope you find value in this conversation.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 24m 49s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Sales vs. Marketing vs. Business Development in Commercial Construction | In this episode, Katherine Cooper and Adam Cooper discuss the differences between sales, marketing, and business development within the context of a commercial construction firm.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 20m 14s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | Bridging the Gap Between Finance and Operations in Your Construction Business | Jeff Robertson and Greg Gorman settle the long-standing feud between Operations and Finance. They explore the root causes of friction between the two departments and show how building trust and implementing the right processes can bring both sides together. There is a great deal of time, money, and workplace productivity to be gained when Operations and Finance see eye-to-eye.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 43m 31s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | Top 3 Things to Know About Picking Your Construction Firm’s ERP (Part 1) | Jeff Robertson, Greg Gorman, and Adam Cooper discuss the selection process for a new ERP. It’s important to have a clear understanding of your business needs and what you expect from the new system. Implementing an ERP is a lengthy process, which makes choosing the right one the most critical step. You’ll also need to define the timeline and resources required to fully learn, implement, and go live on your new ERP. The guys go into great detail on everything you need to know.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 38m 35s | ||||||
| 11/27/25 | The Best Construction Projects vs. The Worst Construction Projects | Adam Cooper and Jeff Robertson are two of the co-hosts of the Construction Hot Takes Podcast, but besides being prolific podcasters, they have a combined 6+ decades of experience in the construction industry. In this episode, they reminisce on some of the best and worst construction projects they've been on in hopes to share with listeners in pains or inspire them regarding the growth that can be experienced.Check out our whole catalog of Construction Hot Takes episodes on our website! https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Interested in learning how Ascent's consulting services could potentially help improve your business's operations? 📈Click here to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our expert construction consultants: https://info.ascentconsults.com/meetings/acooper/30-minute-performance-consultationFollow Ascent Consulting on social media! 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascent-consulting-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ascentconsult/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascentconsults/X: https://x.com/ascentconsults/Subscribe to our YouTube channel for alerts on our new episodes! https://www.youtube.com/@constructionhottakes | 14m 03s | ||||||
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