This week on The Mobile Workforce Podcast, Mike Merrill sits down with Elevate Construction owner Jason Schroeder to talk about collaboration and productivity in construction. Jason shares his insights on how to use a proper baseline to compare results from a business perspective, and how to reduce non-value add work to increase production. They also discuss the importance of training and human development in the construction industry.  This is a must-listen for anyone in construction or...

Millennial Culture can be confusing and frustrating for construction leaders, especially those from the boomer generation. Unfortunately, millennials make up over a third of the US workforce and that number is only going to continue to rise. Fortunately, millennials can be the most hard-working and loyal part of your team, if you know how to engage with them.  To help give us insight into the youngest part of our workforce Mike welcomes Jen Silver, the President of Roofing Utah, Inc, a...

As the head coach of the Roofing Academy, founder of Elite Roofing, author of Start It, Build It, Grow It: The Contractor's Guide to Success and the host of the Start, Build, Grow Podcast, Randy Brothers has spent 15 years building his own businesses and educating others to reach their potential. Randy has grown his own company by over 12x in eight years. Going back to the inaugural episode of the Mobile Workforce Podcast, Randy shares the importance of delegation in the growth and success...

The adage “you can’t improve what you don’t measure,” is especially true for productivity in construction. With so many job codes, people, materials, and agendas happening on every job site it was historically impossible to measure productivity accurately until after the project was over. Sometimes productivity wasn’t measurable until months after a project was wrapped up. Today it is impossible to work efficiently enough to keep up with client expectations and job site demands without...

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of remote work and flexible work environments. In this episode, we have a thought-provoking conversation with workplace culture expert, Gustavo Rosetti, as we explore the art of managing and facilitating a positive workplace culture and flexible work environment. Get ready to uncover the secrets to successfully navigating the challenges of asynchronous communication in a hybrid workforce....

Welcome to the latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast, where we dive into the future of work and how to build a fearless culture. In this episode, we sit down with Gustavo Razzetti, an expert and author on workplace culture and teamwork. Razzetti emphasizes the importance of being fearless in the workplace, which is not the absence of fear but rather a conscious decision to understand and navigate emotions. Our discussion highlights that building a fearless culture is essential for...

Welcome to the latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast. In this episode, we have an exciting interview with Steve Antill from Foundation Software. We dive deep into their recent acquisition of a timekeeping solution and discuss how it will complement their existing offerings. The conversation highlights the compatibility of our companies' cultures and customer service philosophies, and we share our commitment to gritty, hard work, and a focus on labor-intensive contractors. We address...

Are you struggling to effectively communicate and collaborate with your remote team? Look no further than the latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast. Host Mike Merrill sits down with Richard White, founder and CEO of Fathom, to discuss the challenges and solutions for maintaining productive connections in remote work environments. From implementing a hybrid work model to valuing others' time with asynchronous communication, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips for...

Welcome to The Mobile Workforce Podcast! In this week's episode, we dive into the potential of AI and automation technology to revolutionize workforce management, hiring processes, and productivity. Our guest speaker, CEO Jason Radisson, shares his insights on how AI can automate parts of the hiring process, expedite new hires, and improve efficiency. But that's not all. We also discuss HR Tech and its role in creating a smooth onboarding process. Our guest emphasizes the importance of...

Are you ready to get ahead of the curve in the construction industry? The latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay up to date with the latest technology trends. Featuring Steve Handley, Construction and Real Estate Division Vice President at Aktion and Associates, Inc., this episode dives deep into the use of cloud-based solutions and AI, the value of standardization, and the challenges of finding skilled tradespeople. Handley emphasizes the...

If you're looking for the latest workforce trends, you won't want to miss this week's episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast. Ryan Naylor, is back to share his insights on the hiring landscape and what it takes to stand out in a crowded market. With a focus on impact over compensation, it's all about finding the right fit for both employer and employee. And with 80% of job seekers starting their search on mobile devices, it's crucial to lean into mobility now more than ever. But it's not...

Discover the power of cultural marketing with Ryan Naylor, CEO and founder of Viva HR, on the latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast. As an entrepreneur who has appeared on The Shark Tank, Ryan knows the value of building a business with the right foundations. In this episode, he shares his insights on how to attract and retain great players in Small Business America by creating a framework where they feel like family and appreciated. Learn how to build a scorecard that aligns with...

Welcome to the Mobile Workforce Podcast, where we dive into the world of remote work and the latest trends in business technology. In this episode, we're excited to bring you an insightful conversation with Josh Mullins, the Managing Director and founder of Automized. Josh discusses how his company's goal is to improve work-life balance and quality of life for employees by providing process efficiencies and tools that allow them to take vacations, spend more time with their families, or be...

Welcome to The Mobile Workforce Podcast, where we provide insights and knowledge into the world of remote work and business process optimization. In this episode, we have Josh Mullins, the managing director and founder of Automized. He shares his expertise on how companies can find business tools to optimize their processes and accomplish their goals more efficiently. Discover the biggest opportunities for optimization and how to drive adoption of new technologies through change management....

Looking for strategies to boost your business's productivity and profitability? Look no further than The Mobile Workforce Podcast! In this episode, host Mike Merrill speaks with Josh Fuller, CEO and founder of Matic Digital, about how to be more strategic with your teams and resources. Learn from Fuller's experience of expanding his own business and the importance of hiring the right people to shape your company's direction. Discover a unique approach to staffing and project engagements, and...

Looking to expand your business? Join us on The Mobile Workforce Podcast as we chat with Josh Fuller, CEO and founder of Matic Digital, about the right time and place to take the leap. Learn from his experiences, from embracing risk to being nimble and pivoting quickly. Discover how to strategically share resources with other businesses and how to cultivate strong relationships with partners. Get insights into making the right decisions for the future of your company. Join us next week as we...

Are you prepared for retirement? Join the Mobile Workforce Podcast as Mike Merrill interviews Jason Parker, president of Parker Financial, about retirement planning for business owners. Discover why retirement for business owners is different from employees and how to navigate the complexities of a liquidity event. Learn about tax implications and investment strategies for business owners transitioning to retirement. The podcast emphasizes the importance of planning personal finances before...

"Secure your financial future with the latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast. In this informative session, financial expert Jason Parker emphasizes the importance of retirement planning and investing early. Discover how compounding can significantly grow your wealth over time and why it's crucial to differentiate between speculation and investing. Our financial experts highlight the significance of saving for retirement and offer practical advice for individuals nearing retirement...

Do you struggle with building and retaining top talent within your company? Are you tired of losing your best performers and seeing a loss in revenue? Look no further than the Mobile Workforce Podcast's latest episode, where author and speaker Helen Fanucci shares her insights on the importance of retaining top talent in the tech world and beyond. With a focus on accommodating the needs and motivators of employees, Fanucci offers strategies for building a positive work environment and...

Attention all sales managers and business leaders! Are you struggling to build and manage effective sales teams in a hybrid work environment? Look no further than the latest episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast, where host Mike Merrill interviews Helen Finucci, former Microsoft Customer Success Sales Lead and author of "Love Your Team: A Survival Guide for Sales Managers in a Hybrid World." Finucci emphasizes the importance of clarity of goals and outcomes, effective communication, and...

Attention business leaders and decision-makers! Are you looking to drive growth and success for your company? Then this episode of The Mobile Workforce Podcast is for you. Our expert guest, Stuart Burgess, dives into the importance of market intelligence in making well-informed decisions about marketing and sales efforts. With modern technology, companies are using various tools such as AI or mineralocity aggregates platform to gather and analyze data, moving past traditional methods like the...

Attention all construction industry professionals! Are you struggling with the challenges of adopting technology and streamlining communication and processes between the office and job site? Look no further than The Mobile Workforce Podcast's latest episode on "undefined". Our guest, Jeffrey Nesbitt, discusses the cultural factors and manual processes that have slowed down technology adoption in the industry, as well as the need for tailored technological solutions. With the COVID-19 pandemic...

Are you looking for ways to improve your leadership and communication skills in the construction industry? Look no further than The Mobile Workforce Podcast! Our latest episode features Todd Miller, President of Isaiah Industries and co-host of the Construction Disruption Podcast, discussing the current state of the supply chain in the construction industry and the importance of communication and planning during these challenging times.   Key Takeaways:   -The importance of leadership and...

Mihaela Berciu is an architect of leaders, author of two bestselling books, and host of a national TV show. In this podcast, she discusses how to gain respect, inspire others, and remove false beliefs within an organization. The most important thing for people to understand is that no matter how hard they try to pretend they are something they are not, people will always be able to tell. It is important to be authentic and true to yourself in order to be undefined. Key topics Mike and...

The Mobile Workforce Podcast discusses the process of implementation and how it impacts construction companies out on their job site. Mike sits down with Daniel Collins, the President of Strategies Group. Daniel is an expert in construction technologies. They discuss how the implementation process should be started in the sales process in order to ensure that the product  fits what the company is trying to do. They discuss the importance to get the right parties involved in the process. The...