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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Building Optimal episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Building Optimal for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Building Optimal episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
#106: Why Most Builders Fail
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01/02/25 • 13 min
I've hesitated to put this episode out, because I generally try to take an optimistic, encouraging tone. But we can't get better until we accept the reality of our situation. So, here's to each of us, and the building industry as a whole, staring reality in the eyes - and getting better. Wishing everyone nothing but success! Enjoy the episode.
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12/19/18 • 26 min
If you thought we were going to let David Gerstel off the hook with a paltry two-episode series, well think again. He’s back with some tips to improve our relationships with our subcontractors (affectionately called trade partners). These are tips he’s developed over his decades of experience in the construction business. For those of you ne’er-do-wells who haven’t listened to Episode 19 or 20 with David, he is a best-selling author of several construction books, including his most recent, Nail Your Numbers: A Path to Skilled Construction Estimating and Bidding. In addition to being an expert on many things “home building,” David is also a model of success, having achieved financial freedom with his own construction business by the age of 34.
Enjoy the episode! And be sure to sign up for email updates and new information at www.buildingoptimal.com!
Show Notes
[1:10] – Why you need “Included/Not Included” form to save you miscommunications with subcontractors.
[6:30] – Is there a magic bullet to ensure quality control with subcontractors?
[11:10] – Why you should approach competitive bidding differently from jobs with pre-construction agreements.
[16:20] – The optimal pay cycle and the importance of a strong capital reserve.
[20:30] – David on competitive bidding and another strategy he’s seen that works.
#57: Show Host Jared Gossett Shares His Story
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04/16/20 • 60 min
Building Optimal Director of Marketing, José Luis Guerra, puts me in the hot seat to talk about my company and my experience in the industry. I need to start doing more builder profiles other than me! If you have any recs, send me an email!
#46: New Revenue Stream AND Clients For Life
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12/09/19 • 24 min
David Lupberger of remodelforce.com returns for an eye-opening episode on how to grow your business, diversify your income, AND create clients for life at the same time!
David is a speaker, author, and consultant on the national stage. He’s also a brilliant mind for developing this deceptively simple strategy. Enjoy the episode!
Show Notes:
[1:55] - The overview of David’s Clients for Life program.
[9:50] - Some mechanics of how it works.
#40: Consistent Cash Flow With Even Flow Production
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10/21/19 • 8 min
#63: Lessons from a Passive Home Build
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10/26/20 • 49 min
What are some of the top systems you can install in your project to move it closer to a passive house? Trey Farmer has a few answers for us. In this episode we are exploring Trey’s personal home he just built as a case study of what worked great and what he would do differently next time.
Trey is a licensed architect with the well-reputed firm, Forge Craft Architecture. He is also a partner in Studio Ferme, an interior design firm out of Austin. He sits on the board of the Austin Passive House Alliance and is an expert on sustainable design and construction.
Enjoy the episode, and happy building!
05/10/21 • 31 min
If you're getting *hammered* on lumber prices, well so is the rest of America. What's happening and when will it get better? Lumber economist, Dustin Jalbert, has a few answers. Dustin leads the lumber analysis on Fastmarkets RISI's Wood Products team. He is responsible for the monthly Lumber Commentary, the North American Lumber 5- and 15-Year Forecasts, and both consulting engagements related to the North American lumber markets.
Find Dustin on Twitter (@2x4caster) and on LinkedIn.
Build on, and enjoy the episode!
#72: L.A. Builder Jason Pietruszka Shares His Story and Advice
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05/26/21 • 48 min
You've probably seen Jason Pietruszka on Instagram or YouTube. He shares some great content on social media, but his day job is owner of JJP Construction, a luxury builder in L.A.
Jason has had a rocket ship growth trajectory from an unlikely background, and now he's not only building but sharing his lessons with others. Y'all enjoy the episode!
#73: Insurance FAQ with Treacy Duerfeldt
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06/15/21 • 23 min
Treacy, of NWC Alliance, returns to answer some FAQ from our community about insurance and third party warranties. Sit back, enjoy a nice cocktail, and sharpen up your insurance skills my friends.
#03: John Leggett, Texas Custom Builder of the Year
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01/24/18 • 34 min
John Leggett is the Founder and CEO of On Point Custom Homes in Houston, Texas. On Point won 2017 Texas Custom Builder of the Year and Houston Builder of the Year. John is regarded as a thought leader in the industry and was a panelist at the 2018 International Builders Show.
They are doing something right over there at On Point, so we decided to dig in and hear a little more. As you will see, John and his team have an innovative approach to running their business. We touch on everything from client relations to construction software to hiring and much more.
You can find On Point Custom Homes at www.onpointcustomhomes.com and also on Facebook, Instagram, and Houzz. Show Notes: [1:45] - John’s foray into home building. [3:51] - Best business advice John has received: “You gotta be easy to work with.” [5:10] - John’s advice on builder software systems. [6:10] - Cloud-based resources...Docusign/Dropbox. [6:52] - Google Drive vs Dropbox. [7:25] - Field equipment for superintendents. [7:35] - “Where we loose on customs is on selections.” [8:38] - “How do we differentiate ourselves? Our ideas with process and speed.” [9:35] - Differentiators = team, process, and innovative design and trends. 11:03 - Today's world = shorter lifecycle of design trends. [11:30] - Why you should be texting your clients. [12:08] - Importance of culture in hiring. [13:10] - Pre-hire dinner with the spouse. [14:10] - The benefits of utilizing Revit for 3D. “If you’re not making the move to 3D now, you’re gonna be behind.” [16:75] - Benefit of Revit for budgeting. [18:23] - Biggest areas were builders are screwing up. [19:31] - “You have to constantly look to innovate in this business.” [20:32] - Understanding the financial side of the business. [21:57] - Spending time on your specifications. [22:40] - John’s top 3 recommendations for builder to see payoffs: (1) social media reviews anduser generated content...why more good reviews are better than fewer stellar reviews. (2) Embrace technology, don’t fight it. (3) Work on corporate culture from the get go. “Pay less for land and more for people.” 25:50 - John's preferred review platforms. [26:50] - John’s construction horror stories. [32:15] - On Point’s plans for 2018. Show Links: www.onpointcustomhomes.com (On Point website) Facebook, Instagram, Houzz (On Point social media) Docusign Dropbox RevitShow more best episodes
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How many episodes does Building Optimal have?
Building Optimal currently has 106 episodes available.
What topics does Building Optimal cover?
The podcast is about Entrepreneurship, Investing, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Building Optimal?
The episode title '#58: A Builder’s Path to Financial Freedom with David Gerstel' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Building Optimal?
The average episode length on Building Optimal is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Building Optimal released?
Episodes of Building Optimal are typically released every 18 days.
When was the first episode of Building Optimal?
The first episode of Building Optimal was released on Jan 9, 2018.
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