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The NEXT Academy

Chad Jones and Cody Phillipswww.nextleadershipacademy.org
Dedicated to Construction Leadership, Brand Growth, and Staying on Offense. Chad Jones and Cody Phillips discuss these topics as well as the emerging role of The NEXT Leadership Academy, an intimate industry focused program, created for YOU, the highly motivated construction professional. We deliver episodes of The Goods, Hot Wire, Insights and The Search for Fulfillment to bring you strategies and tactics that can help you become your greatest self. #BeNEXT
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Episodes

The Search for Fulfillment: Alan Watts

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you embrace change in your life right now, and what new opportunities might it bring for your growth and fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 25 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Jul 11, 202555 sec

Hot Wire: Supply Chain Disruptions

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Alex tackles a topic that has sent shockwaves through the industry over the last few years: supply chain disruptions. How do you, as a leader, not only survive these disruptions but turn them into an opportunity to build resilience into your operations. Enjoy Episode 8 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT...

Jul 09, 20258 min

The Goods: The Second Violinist

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael celebrates Ava, the unassuming second violinist whose quiet mastery turns a good orchestra into something unforgettable. Tune in to discover why true leadership often lives in the harmony of support, anticipation, and purposeful service. Enjoy Episode 26 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Jul 07, 20253 min

The Search for Fulfillment: George Bernard Shaw

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you take an active role in creating the life you want, rather than waiting for the right circumstances to appear?" Enjoy Episode 24 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Jul 04, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Rope Across the River

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael explores the story of a quiet carpenter who became the bridge others needed in a moment of fear and uncertainty. Discover how real leadership is built not on titles, but on the courage to go first and the strength to help others follow. Enjoy Episode 25 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Jun 30, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Anaïs Nin

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one step outside your comfort zone that you can take today to expand your life and move closer to the happiness you ultimately desire?" Enjoy Episode 23 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Jun 27, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Janitor's Key

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael uncovers the quiet wisdom of a school janitor whose keys unlock more than just doors — they reveal the heart of authentic leadership. Discover how listening, learning, and valuing every voice can transform a culture from the inside out. Enjoy Episode 24 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Jun 23, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you find a balance between effort and rest in your life, and how might that balance lead to greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 22 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Jun 20, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Broken Brick

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael explores how quiet actions in tough moments can define great leadership through the story of “The Broken Brick.” Discover why empathy, presence, and shared responsibility matter more than perfection on any team. Enjoy Episode 23 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Jun 16, 20253 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Lao Tzu

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one way you can focus more on the present moment today, and how might it bring you a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 21 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Jun 13, 202559 sec

Hot Wire: Modular & Offsite Construction

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Mark dives into a challenge that’s reshaping the future of construction—offsite and modular construction. Enjoy Episode 7 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT

Jun 11, 202510 min

The Goods: The Lighthouse Keeper's Daughter

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares the story of Grace Darling. This episode highlights the importance of leading from the front. The people around you — your team, your family, your community — they’re watching. Waiting. Hoping someone will LEAD. Be that someone. Enjoy Episode 22 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Jun 09, 20253 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Albert Einstein

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What challenge in your life can you embrace as an opportunity for growth, and how might it lead to greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 20 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Jun 06, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Empty Chair

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares a story of "the empty chair." This episode highlights the importance of leadership and a sustained focus on those not in the room. The client, the end user, the field team, the future hire...your decision-making should always focus on that empty chair. Enjoy Episode 21 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Jun 02, 20253 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Buddha

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you practice more self-compassion today, and how might embracing your true self lead to greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 19 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

May 30, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Lantern in the Tunnel

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares a story of coal miners who were trapped in complete darkness. This episode highlights the importance of leadership, because like a lantern, it shines brightest when it’s passed on. Enjoy Episode 20 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

May 26, 20253 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Jim Rohn

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one way you can focus on personal growth today to become the kind of person who naturally attracts success and fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 18 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

May 23, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Nail in the Fence

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares a simple tale… about a boy, a fence, and the power of what we leave behind. This episode highlights the importance of your next step because it shapes the path for someone else. Enjoy Episode 19 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

May 19, 20253 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Nelson Mandela

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one area of your life where you can focus on progress instead of perfection... And how might that shift bring you greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 17 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

May 16, 202555 sec

Hot Wire: Estimating with Accuracy & Integrity

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Mark takes a look at an issue that can make or break a construction company—the accuracy and ethics of estimating and bidding. Enjoy Episode 6 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT

May 14, 20259 min

Insights: The Importance of Construction Budgeting

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 9 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Rachel highlights construction budgeting and explains how the most successful projects build their budgets in phases—each one tied to a growing level of project clarity. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

May 13, 20254 min

The Goods: Learn the Lesson, Leave the Event

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael shares the story of Cleveland Guardians Manager, Stephen Vogt and his wise words for leaders. This episode highlights clarity, courage, and the discipline to move forward... that’s what separates the good from the great. Enjoy Episode 18 of The Goods. #BeNEXT #Starbucks #MLB #PeteCarroll

May 12, 20255 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Pablo Picasso

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you take action today, even if you don’t feel motivated, to move closer to the life you truly want?" Enjoy Episode 16 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

May 09, 202556 sec

The Goods: How Deep are Your Pillars?

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James shares the story of his time on the Limehouse Basin. This story illustrates the importance of building a strong foundation to withstand all of life's storms. Enjoy Episode 17 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

May 05, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Hellen Keller

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one step outside your comfort zone that you can take today, and how might it lead to new opportunities for growth and fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 15 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

May 02, 202555 sec

The Goods: The Girl in the Yellow Dress

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James shares the story of "The Girl in the Yellow Dress." This story illustrates the importance of #trust in not only relationships but life. You must trust others and be someone that others can trust in 2025 to get where you ultimately want to go! Enjoy Episode 16 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Apr 28, 20255 min

The Search for Fulfillment: John C. Maxwell

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you embrace growth in your life right now... and what is one change you can turn into an opportunity for personal development?" Enjoy Episode 14 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Apr 25, 202555 sec

The Goods: Are You a Parked Car?

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the importance of taking a leap of faith...of getting started before all the steps are perfectly aligned for you. If you continue to wait until the stars align, chances are you will be waiting forever. Enjoy Episode 15 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Apr 21, 20254 min

Insights: 3 Techniques for World-Class Communication

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 8 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Rachel highlights three techniques for simplifying your communication on the job site. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

Apr 18, 20255 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Henry David Thoreau

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "Are you spending your time on what truly matters to you... or are you just staying busy? What can you change today to create more meaning in your daily life?" Enjoy Episode 13 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Apr 18, 202556 sec
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