Learn cooperation in business without losing individuality from Michael Devellano. He tells us about Japan's business model of cooperation and teaches how forming business packs can amplify creativity, bring opportunity, and protect against failure. We also discuss smarter networking, using tech to our advantage, Canadian business culture, and solving the labour shortage by making trades cool on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Michael Devellano's books on Amazon, Automat...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 22 min
This company is making custom apps for tradespeople struggling with digital implementation. David Mill of Scelta joins us with Keith Young of Young Electrical Services to talk about how Scelta is saving tradespeople money, managing their time, building their confidence, and helping them look good to clients. David walks us through what they do to combat the pain points of your company and match your paper processes with familiar digital ones. Learn how you can raise your company's efficiency on ...
Dec 16, 2023•2 hr 12 min
From sleeping on the street to running a successful business, Chris Carpenter of Carpenter and Co. joins us to talk about finish carpentry and helping people get a hold of their lives. He tells us about figuring out challenging projects, trusting your employees, getting into mentorship and writing a book. Hear about a lost man's success story on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Carpenter and Co at CarpenterCo.ca and @Carpenterand_Co on Instagram. Reach out over the phone ...
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Flooded basements and fragile gas lines, Antonio Pereira of AquaStop Waterproofing is here to talk about all that and more. We discuss protecting foundations, preparing for what can go wrong, getting through the winter, bandaid fixes, poor installs and issues with sump pumps on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out AquaStop Waterproofing at AquaStopWaterproof.com and @Aqua.Stop on Instagram. Reach out over the phone at 647-631-4144 and over email at AquaStopWaterproof@gmail.co...
Dec 12, 2023•1 hr 37 min
These employees are pampered, and there's value in that. Aaron, Jay, Meg and Dakota from Expert Plumbing and Drains join us to talk about investing in your employees and the back end. They walk us through what they do to maximize efficiency and make Expert a good place to work, from matching union benefits to providing life training. We also discuss paper trails, press versus solder, client-bought parts, and the fear of firing clients on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out E...
Dec 10, 2023•1 hr 42 min
Firing all his employees was the best thing he did for his health. Bob Baker of Baker Plumbing joins us to talk about why he downsized and why getting off the tools isn't for everyone. We discuss escaping the chase, dealing with hate, getting wisdom from bad decisions, and doing plumbing magic. Hear how Bob learned to love his job again on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Baker Plumbing at Baker.ca and @BakerPLBG on Instagram. Reach out over the phone at 403-800-3007 and ...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 40 min
From teacher to tradesperson, Michael Ariganello from AMJ Custom Renovations joins us to talk about issues with the quick road to success mindset. He tells us about teaching new trades that want to jump right into management and how DIY is causing people to underestimate construction. We also discuss offering free PPE with tool purchases, putting a catwalk in the rafters, installing elevators four aging in place, and dealing with lead generation platforms on this episode of The Construction Life...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 41 min
We all have issues, let's talk about it. Joined by Angelo Suntres and Gianluca Pascale, we talk about preventing suicide and recognizing the signs of crisis in our fellow trades. We need to change the way we think about vulnerability and it starts with you. Checking in with each other is The New Tough. Our guests on this episode of TNT Angelo Suntres of the Human Side of Construction. Find him @HumanSideofConstruction on Instagram and reach out over email at Angelo@HSoC.one https://www.linkedin....
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Tony Gatti of Gatti Brothers joins us to talk about the worst parts of the industry. We discuss missing trades, government failures, greenwashing, fly-by-night trades, and clients with too much information. Tune in for tips and tricks from an established builder on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast Check out Gatti Brothers at GattiBrothers.com and @Gatti_Brothers on Instagram. Reach out over email at Tony@GattiBrothers.com . Maximize Your Construction Success with Connecteam! In the ...
Dec 02, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Join us for this apprenticeship roundtable where we're talking about resources and support for employers to train new trades. We talk about the challenge of maintaining the business while training, the barriers to entry, and the mindset of the upcoming generation. Ashley, Daniel, Julia, and Aaron teach us ways of managing these obstacles and getting help for your business while helping the industry. Check out the Career Launcher Apprenticeships Program at CareerLauncher.ca/Apprenticeships and re...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 52 min
The Phil app founders; Mike, Matt, and Bryan join us to talk about their free material marketplace and tracking software that eliminates the need to "know a guy" to move earth. Marrying real construction experience with the tech world, Phil saves money, time and the environment, while being constantly updated with new features, all for a fraction of the cost of doing it by hand. Tune in to be as shocked as Manny about an app that truly cares about the industry on this episode of The Construction...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 40 min
Greg Labbé from TMU joins us to talk about making building science beautiful. He tells us about the system part of the air barrier, the benefits of triple pane windows, the value of having blower door equipment, and how to convince clients. We also discuss European building, passive homes in the prairies, dealing with old buildings, and future-proofing. Learn to make your home feel better on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Reach out at GLabbe@TorontoMU.ca Supercharge Your Construc...
Nov 26, 2023•1 hr 38 min
You're wearing the wrong boots on site but Cliff Spooner of Red Wing Shoes can help. Cliff tells us about wide sizes, arch support and the joy of insoles, as well as the traditional leather working processes used to make Red Wing Shoes. Don't sacrifice your body to save a buck, get boots that will protect your feet and and keep you comfortable with this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Cliff and Red Wing Shoes at Stores.RedWingShoes.com/london-on or @RWSSLondon on Instagram. R...
Nov 24, 2023•1 hr 26 min
On this episode of TNT, we're talking about mindset and overwork with Jonathan Cinelli, and Agostino Mastro and Nick Bartella of Revalate. We discuss using work as a distraction, fear of vulnerability, toxic stress, saying no, time audits and clearing the noise. Try something new; take an hour a week for yourself and see the benefits now. Our guests on this episode of TNT Find Jonathan Cinelli at JonathanCinelli.com and @JonathanCinelli on Instagram. Reach out over email at JC@JonathanCinelli.co...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Grant Cowx of Fraser Wood Siding joins us to talk about quality wood siding. He walks us through the variety of profiles, trims, and colours they offer as well as their systems. Lisa Roussel from manufacturing patches in to share how they manage their different products, and what goes in to creating custom profiles. We also discuss limiting problems, warranty and environmental efforts on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Fraser Wood Siding at FraserWoodSiding.com and on In...
Nov 18, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Ivan Fredette of Safe Tree joins us to talk about caring for trees. He shares insider knowledge companies don't want you to know about why trees die, the truth regarding roots, and what you can do to keep your outdoor spaces flourishing. We're getting our heads out of our grass on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Safe Tree at SafeTree.ca and on Instagram at @SafeTreeltd. Reach out over the phone at 289-650-1775 or send them an email at Info@SafeTree.ca . Stay connected wi...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 37 min
Marco Manazzone and Sonya Gilmour of Zzone Homes Inc. join us to talk about fill service renovations. We discuss designer pay processes, realism in reno shows, the pros and cons of open concept, colour temperature and paint, and lots of design opinions. Check out a great designer and GC duo on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Zzone Homes at ZzoneHomes.ca and @ZzoneHomesInc on Instagram. Reach out over the phone at 905-906-9152 or over email to Marco at Marco@ZzoneHomes.ca...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 56 min
Alex Thibault of Alt Labour Solutions joins us to talk about combatting the labour shortage and keeping trades working. Also joined by David Anderson of Nexus Mechanical and Kevin Marques of Clear Space, they tell us about limiting the time that trades are at home by subbing out workers to jobsites that need them. We discuss working with union rules, making up for missing replacements for retirees, helping employees and employers, and combatting the fear of sharing. Check out a new way to deal w...
Nov 14, 2023•2 hr 11 min
Josh Allen of @JoshAllen_Builds joins us to talk about gaining a following by renovating his home. He tells us about changing his mindset to construction, loving learning, using scraps, smart building details, and trying new things. Catch his contagious tenacity on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Josh on Instagram @JoshAllen_Builds and reach out over email at Josh.A.Allen513@gmail.com . Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 17 min
A 17-year-old with a crew of 9, Charlie Kerrigan of V.I.L Landscaping joins us. He tells us about starting off with a bike trailer, being driven to get to the next step, focusing on sales, and avoiding ignorance debt. We discuss challenges in landscaping, establishing systems, driving and plans on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out V.I.L Landscaping at VILLandscaping.net and on Instagram @VIL_Landscaping. Reach out over the phone at 365-228-1010 and over email at Charlie@VI...
Nov 12, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Scott, Sarra, Kelsey and Patrick of CCS Engineering and Construction join us to talk about one-stop shop construction. They tell us about the tight-knit CCS dynamic, collaborations between designer, engineer, and builder, creating efficient dental offices, connecting additions, ADUs and new trends. Tune in to the CCS family on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out CCS Engineering and Construction at CCSEngCon.com and on Instagram @CCSEngCon. Reach out over the phone at 226-499...
Nov 11, 2023•1 hr 39 min
Zeki Mert of Van Horne Construction Limited joins us to talk about taking over a big construction company as an immigrant. He shares his story of coming to Canada knowing nothing and working and learning to start businesses before taking over Van Horne. He tells us about being the first in the office and the last to leave, visiting the job site, striving for quality, the future of Van Horne, and his view on money. We discuss the lack of work ethic of Canadians, the value of taking risks, having ...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Jesse and Brendan of Northmen Builders join us to talk about clients and regulations in cottage country. We discuss presenting new ideas to clients, researching details for future builds, poor quality materials, the pros and cons of digital permitting, and hiding mechanical in timber framing. Stay to the end to find out their unfortunate almost-name on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Northmen Builders on their website NorthmenBuilders.ca and on Instagram at @ Northmen.Bu...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 40 min
This podcast episode has been sponsored by Klassen Bronze Limited, –Authorize Canadian and US Wholesale Distributor of Peygran Heavy-Duty, High-Performance Tile Leveling Systems and Installation Tools. Choosing to buy outstanding and beautiful tiles also requires buying an exceptional tile leveling system. For installation-free hassles, and an exceptional leveled finish, choose Peygran, imitated, never duplicated. Welcome to another TCL Roundtable! This time we've got tilers in talking about tra...
Nov 08, 2023•2 hr 23 min
Stuart Wilson of Alterra joins us to talk about building condos in Toronto. He tells us about what processes and challenges are involved in changing the city skyline, from scoping out potential areas to making choices that respect neighbours. We discuss maintaining a structure's heritage, hoarding, balancing cost with architectural beauty, and trying to give back to the city with affordable housing. We end off with Alterra's future buildings on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Chec...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Jim Caruk joins us on our first episode of In With The Old to talk about connecting with clients. He tells us about the opportunities he's gained through his relationships and why younger trades miss out by using technology. We also discuss backcharging, generational differences, social media's influence, and dealing with local enforcement. Tune in to gain great insight from Jim's decades of experience. The iGUIDE Camera system has revolutionized how CCS Engineering manages projects, shaving day...
Nov 05, 2023•1 hr 40 min
On this episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we are joined by Rob Johnston from Planitar, the makers of iGUIDE and his customers Carl and Patrick from CCS Engineering. We discuss how the iGUIDE Camera system has revolutionized how CCS Engineering manages projects, shaving days off project timelines. From eliminating manual measurements and photos to virtual walkthroughs of projects at every stage, learn how iGUIDE will save you time and money on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast...
Nov 04, 2023•1 hr 36 min
Charlie Fitzgibbon of Edinburgh Construction joins us to talk about Scottish building. He tells us about vetting employees, lack of communication from local authorities, UK trends, sustainability efforts, alternative ways of adding value, and the healthiness of a home. Tune in for a challenging building story on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Edinburgh Construction at EdinburghConstruction.com and on Instagram @EdinburghConstruction. Reach out over the phone at 0131 202...
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 29 min
Welcome to another TNT show with Jonathan. This time we're talking about ego. The effects of ego, what makes ego, when to have ego, and how to deal with ego. We're blowing up all that and more with this TNT! Check out Jonathan's book on ego, Kick Your Ego Aside and Put People First by Jonathan A Cinelli, on Amazon. Find Jonathan at JonathanCinelli.com and on Instagram @JonathanCinelli. Stay connected with The Construction Life Podcast by texting Manny at 416 433-5737 or emailing him at manny@the...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 28 min
Aren Bahia joins us to talk about changing mindsets and doing good to feel good. He tells us his story of leaving the drug trade to pursue true happiness and learning accountability from rock bottom. He teaches us the importance of hard times, being proud of how you handle things, how to escape golden handcuffs and when you need a full reset. Aren tells us exactly how to break down our goals into practical steps on this episode of The Construction Life Podcast. Check out Aren Bahia at ArenBahia....
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 23 min
