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3 Reasons Your CFO Hates You (And It’s Costing You Money)
May 1, 2026
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Construction Industry HOT TAKES REACTIONS: Part 2
Apr 23, 2026
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3 Systems to Scale Your Construction Company (in 2026)
Apr 16, 2026
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Construction Industry HOT TAKES REACTIONS: Part 1
Apr 9, 2026
21m 48s
3 Ways AI Can TRANSFORM Your Construction Business Today
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 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 | Everyone loved Part 1, so we are doing Part 2! 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:0:00 – Introduction: The Reaction Segment Returns0:48 – Topic 1: The Lowest Bidder Mindset5:22 – Topic 2: Ego vs. Technology Problems7:57 – Topic 3: Superintendents and Company Culture11:21 – Topic 4: Project Manager Retention and Ownership16:56 – Topic 5: The Danger of the Growth Phase21:14 – Wrap-Up: The Importance of Shared Language 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/@ascentconsults?sub_confirmation=1 | 19m 49s | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | 3 Systems to Scale Your Construction Company (in 2026) | In this episode, Adam Cooper and Jeff Robertson bring their decades of experience to lay out 3 of the top processes necessary for a construction firm to grow. We hope you enjoy this one!Chapters: 0:00 – Scaling Preconstruction & Estimating7:30 – Systems for Operational Performance15:18 – The Strategic Role of the Back Office20:33 – Comparing GC vs. Trade Contractor Scaling31:43 – Specialization & Future GrowthCheck 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 | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | Construction Industry HOT TAKES REACTIONS: Part 1 | In this episode, Adam, Jeff, and Greg react to four 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: 0:05 – Segment Intro: The Rules of Engagement 1:06 – Statement 1: Labor vs. Leadership 9:47 – Statement 2: Subcontractors vs. GCs in Creating Chaos 15:09 – Statement 3: Did BIM Really Fail? 17:31 – Statement 4: Safety as a Culture or a Shield 21:14 – Outro and Where to Find More 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/@ascentconsults?sub_confirmation=1 | 21m 48s | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | 3 Ways AI Can TRANSFORM Your Construction Business Today | In this episode, Jeff Robertson breaks down the three ways construction companies can leverage AI to boost productivity, eliminate data silos, and make smarter decisions on the job site.Chapters:0:00 – Introduction: The AI Tipping Point in Construction0:48 – Level 1: AI-Enhanced Software2:53 – Level 2: Integration and Orchestration Layers5:01 – Level 3: AI-Native Applications6:45 – Conclusion: The Foundational Role of Data and ProcessesCheck 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 | 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
| 11/13/25 | The Culture Problem of The Construction Industry | The construction industry in 2025 finds itself at a juncture of culture clashing and generational divide. The old guard is the Gen X workforce who have come up through the ranks and are now in leadership positions, but navigate the world much differently than the Gen Z workforce entering and navigating the construction industry. These leads to big hairy questions and uncomfortable feelings from both sides.Is Gen Z lazy?Is Gen X failing to stay relevant?Can we work together?How can we work together effectively?In this episode, we explore this dynamic which we've witnessed firsthand and with our clients on a day to day basis.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 29s | ||||||
| 11/6/25 | 3 Marketing Mistakes Construction Companies Are Making in 2025 | After working with construction firm after construction firm on marketing... we see the same marketing mistakes over and over again. So in this episode of the podcast, Katherine Cooper gets unfiltered on the big mistakes even large construction companies are making very frequently.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 | 16m 38s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | Are Construction Companies Viewing A.I. All Wrong? | The big promise of A.I. was automation, hyper-efficiency, and a solution to all of our problems. Especially in the construction industry, there were so many frontiers in which A.I. innovation was supposed to transform, automate, and improve the workflow. However many of us find ourselves in the predicament of spending seemingly more time managing the technology than reaping the benefits of the technology on a day to day basis. Is A.I. one big giant overpromise? Or are we just approaching the technology wrong. In this episode, Greg Gorman and Adam Cooper dive into the ways they've seen people in the construction industry interact with the incoming technology of artificial intelligence, along with some best practices for firms looking to get ahead of the curve.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 48s | ||||||
| 10/9/25 | Building Gaskin Electric: How Chris and Lean Lead With Faith, Grit, and Growth | Electrical work is often the last thing noticed on a job site, but it is the first thing missed when it is not done right. Behind the wires, conduits, and deadlines is a story of resilience, faith, and a husband-and-wife team who built their company by refusing to settle.In this episode of Construction Hot Takes, we sit down with Chris and Lean Gaskin, the leaders of Gaskin Electric. Their journey began with a layoff two weeks before Christmas, while navigating a pregnancy and their young son’s cancer diagnosis. What could have ended their story became the start of a business built on courage, hard lessons, and relentless determination.Since then, Chris and Lean have grown Gaskin Electric to more than 20 employees, tackling complex projects across Georgia and beyond. From moving states to shutting down and restarting their company, to balancing leadership as spouses and parents, their story is about building not just a business but also a stronger marriage and family along the way.In this episode, you will hear:● Chris’s journey from the trades to starting Gaskin Electric after a layoff● How their son’s health battle shaped their outlook and priorities● Why moving to Georgia became a turning point for growth● The lessons learned about management, estimating, and running projects● How they balance being both spouses and business partners● The three biggest takeaways from building their company: become a good businessman, find the right accountant and insurance partner, and never settleIf you are looking for a raw and real story about building a construction business with grit, faith, and family at the center, this episode is for you.#Construction #ElectricalContractor #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #FamilyBusinessCheck 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 41s | ||||||
| 9/25/25 | From Side Hustle to $20M Empire: How Charlie Dallavalle Jr. Built Painting Plus, Siding Plus & Gutters Plus | What if you could guarantee quality across every layer of a home’s exterior — paint, siding, gutters, roofs, decks, porches — without the chaos of endless subs and callbacks?In this episode of Construction Hot Takes, we sit down with Charlie Dallavalle Jr., founder of Painting Plus, Siding Plus, and Gutters Plus. Charlie started as a college side hustle, painting homes in his neighborhood, and grew it into one of the Southeast’s most trusted exterior renovation companies. Over 27 years, he’s completed more than 5,000 projects, built one of the largest HardiePlank installation teams in the country, and won the prestigious James Hardie President’s Club Award year after year.Charlie’s story isn’t just about building homes — it’s about building systems, trust, and a reputation that’s stood strong through decades of industry change.You’ll hear:● The origin story of Painting Plus and how Charlie went from ladders to leadership● How his companies deliver consistency and craftsmanship across multiple trades● The business lessons learned from scaling a “mom-and-pop” into a multi-million dollar brand● Why repeat customers and referrals are his strongest marketing channel● How he’s preparing the next generation to carry the torchIf you’re in construction, trades, or entrepreneurship, this episode is a blueprint for scaling with quality, resilience, and community impact.#Construction #Contractors #ExteriorRenovation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Painting #Siding #GuttersCheck 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 | 52m 33s | ||||||
| 9/18/25 | The Real Reason Projects Blow Their Budgets (and It’s Not the Client’s Fault) | Budgets don’t just vanish — they’re lost step by step, phase by phase. And here’s the uncomfortable truth: most of the time, it’s not the client’s fault.In this episode of Construction Hot Takes, Adam and Jeff break down the real internal reasons projects spiral over budget — from business development overpromises to estimating misses, sloppy buyouts, and execution mistakes in the field. You’ll hear candid stories (including a $25M loss on a design-build project) and lessons learned the hard way about where budgets actually get blown.What we cover:● How business development overpromises set projects up to fail● The estimator-to-project manager handoff that kills jobs● Real-world case studies of design/estimating disasters● Why labor tracking and production oversight can save (or sink) profit● The critical difference between catching mistakes early vs. finding out too lateThis isn’t about blaming the owner — it’s about owning the process. If you’re a GC, trade contractor, or construction leader, this episode is your roadmap to spotting the hidden risks and keeping projects on budget.#Construction #GeneralContractor #Budgeting #Forecasting #ProjectManagement #ConstructionBusinessCheck 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 | 36m 39s | ||||||
| 9/11/25 | Leading Through Disaster: How Beth Toenies Scales 1-800-BOARDUP with Urgency & Empathy | Imagine standing outside your home just hours after a fire. The structure is damaged, smoke still lingers, and you don’t know what to do next. Who shows up to help you in that moment?That’s where 1-800-BOARDUP comes in. And Leading the charge is Beth Toenies, Chief Operating Officer of the company that’s turned chaos into clarity for homeowners across North America.With 134 franchise locations serving more than 182 million people, Beth has built a reputation as both a decorated executive and a culture-driven leader. From securing burned-out homes to scaling operations across the U.S. and Canada, she has transformed the restoration industry with urgency, systems, and empathy.In this episode, Beth shares:● How she stumbled into restoration and why the mission keeps her here● What it takes to scale a franchise network in a crisis-driven industry● Why leadership culture matters as much as operations (and how managers impact mental health as much as a spouse)● How AI is already reshaping the restoration industry — and why companies should embrace, not fear, it● Her vision for expanding 1-800-BOARDUP and its sister brands under the Belfor Franchise GroupIf you want to learn how to lead teams, scale franchises, and deliver hope at the worst moments of people’s lives — this episode will change how you view restoration, leadership, and resilience.#Leadership #Franchising #Restoration #EmergencyResponse #Construction #CultureCheck 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 | 17m 47s | ||||||
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