278: Ask the Experts
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover a visit to the Abilene mega-site and how the best consultants can be found in trucks and dispatch offices.
Jun 27, 2025•18 min
As the Drum Turns
How a backyard dream turned into a ready-mix business. Each week, join Jeff Hollingshead, CEO of SRM Concrete, as he shares stories of values, hard work, and SRM's commitment to service.
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277: Communicate & Follow Through
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff is joined by our General Counsel, J.D. Kious to give an overview of our legal department and how everyone can help by communicating and following through.
Jun 20, 2025•18 min
276: The Illusion of Explanatory Depth
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover improvements at HMC, three new GM's, and how being able to explain something shows what you really know.
Jun 13, 2025•17 min
275: Dictate the Day
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover recruiting efforts, HMC improvements, and how our leaders can take control of their responsibilities by being proactive.
Jun 06, 2025•21 min
274: The New Mainframe
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora are joined by Skyler Crews to discuss how SRM is harnessing the power of data and AI to improve systems and processes across our company.
May 30, 2025•22 min
273: Rowing & The Swing
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora talk about how rowers find "the swing" and the positive effect of synchronized effort on our teams.
May 23, 2025•17 min
272: Controlling What's Controllable
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora talk about the weekend at Wild Adventures, a life-saving loader operator, and the importance of controlling the controllable factors.
May 16, 2025•18 min
271: The SRM Flywheel
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss the SRM Flywheel and how it helps us visualize our strategy and what we are looking to accomplish.
May 09, 2025•18 min
270: Training the Spirit of Excellence
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora are joined by SRM's Director of Training, Andrew Allen, to discuss the development of the department and the improvement being made company-wide.
May 02, 2025•19 min
269: Marathon Strategy
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora recap a recent experience running the Boston Marathon and discuss how similar strategies play a role in both long-distance running and business.
Apr 25, 2025•17 min
268: Shop Talk with Craig Busick
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora are joined by one of SRM's first team members and shop manager at Plant 1, Craig Busick, for a lively discussion about forming slabs, fixing trucks, and the red power ranger.
Apr 18, 2025•23 min
267: Tariffs & Tax Returns
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover the recent tariffs and the implications they might have on our business.
Apr 11, 2025•15 min
266: Getting Better Every Day
In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff and Lora reflect on the nearing completion of Jeff’s MBA journey, discuss the importance of consistent improvement, and share insights from touring local companies.
Apr 04, 2025•16 min
265: Differentiation
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora talk about the traits that set SRM apart from other companies, and how we can use those differences to win.
Mar 28, 2025•14 min
264: The Power of Candor
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover March Madness, expanding our leadership, and how the simple act of being candid can transform our communication.
Mar 21, 2025•18 min
263: Our Value System
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora talk about Jeff's night-pour in the loaner truck, two new GM's, and how we maintain our value system as our company grows.
Mar 14, 2025•17 min
262: Women in Construction
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora are joined by Abigail Schultz, the plant manager of our first concrete plant in Smyrna, Tennessee to hear about her experience in the concrete industry.
Mar 07, 2025•19 min
261: Normal vs. Remarkable
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover exciting technological advancements coming soon to SRM and the key differences between normal companies and remarkable companies.
Feb 28, 2025•18 min
260: The Joy of Winning
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora talk about the joy of winning, the hard work it takes, and how a healthy fear of failure can drive us even further.
Feb 21, 2025•13 min
259: Creating Fans
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora cover some key takeaways from this year's annual Leadership Conference and how we can help create SRM fans in 2025.
Feb 14, 2025•16 min
258: The Best Country in the World
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora recap Jeff's studies in Mexico City, Jonel Engineering software, and why the U.S. is the best country in the world.
Feb 07, 2025•17 min
257: World of Concrete Recap with Mike, Ryan, and Ben
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Lora is joined by Mike Hollingshead, Ryan Hollingshead, and Ben Brooks to talk about the recent trip to Las Vegas and explain our company's history with the expo.
Jan 31, 2025•15 min
256: Keep Climbing
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff is joined by Brian Hercules to shed some light on our company's real estate strategy, greenfielding efforts, and upcoming developments.
Jan 24, 2025•15 min
255: Fundamentals of Admixtures with Mike Zagula
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora are joined by concrete expert and Chief Technical Officer, Mike Zagula, to help explain when, why, and how we use different types of admixtures.
Jan 17, 2025•30 min
254: Teaching Our Customers
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora reveal our 2025 Leadership Conference guest speaker and cover how different companies work to teach their customers.
Jan 10, 2025•21 min
253: What's Our New Year Strategy?
In this episode of As the Drum Turns , Jeff & Lora outline our 2025 strategy and discuss how winning more days than we lose will help us focus on our mission.
Jan 03, 2025•16 min
252: 2024 Recap
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora recap the growth, generosity, and advancement that marked 2024, and look ahead to the upcoming year.
Dec 27, 2024•15 min
251: Jingle all the Way
In this very merry episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora get into the spirit with some Christmas questions before discussing how we support our sales teams and previewing the new SRM Loyalty Rewards Program.
Dec 20, 2024•16 min
250: Get in the Truck
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora recap a big weekend of Christmas parades, improvements in East Tennessee, and the important perspective that comes when our leaders jump in a mixer.
Dec 13, 2024•16 min
249: When Will Business Pick Up?
In this episode of As the Drum Turns, Jeff & Lora discuss plant improvements in Georgia, road-tripping, and what our team can do to increase business and create customer loyalty.
Dec 06, 2024•14 min
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