About this episode

Adam Hawthorne discusses his journey and the importance of relationships in achieving long-term success in business.

In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast , Adam Hawthorne reflects on his journey from engineering intern to business development leader at a 100% employee-owned construction firm. He shares how genuine relationships, a give-first mindset, and real jobsite experience shape long-term success. Listen in and discover why there are no shortcuts to meaningful impact. Adam Hawthorne Linkedin Choate Construction Company Episode Page Podcast Page Ossa Studio Instagram Jack Ossa Instagram Spotify Apple Podcast Amazon Music YouTube

People in this episode

Host: Jack Ossa

Guest: Adam Hawthorne

Topics covered

• leadership
• business development
• employee ownership
• relationships
• construction industry

Keywords

• leadership
• business development
• employee-owned
• construction
• relationships
• jobsite experience

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Choate Construction Company

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