Adding More Workers to a Delayed Project Can Make It Worse
Brooks’ Law states: “Adding manpower to a late project makes it later.” Throwing more people at a problem doesn’t always speed up progress, it can slow things down.
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Bring Order to Chaos
With effective leadership, a skilled workforce can contribute to better project outcomes, happier clients, and higher profits. I can help you bring order to chaos.
Lean Construction and Respect for People
The Lean Construction principle of Respect for People, why it matters, and how it transforms construction sites into places of innovation, safety, and efficiency.
The Construction Learning Deficit
The construction industry values knowing over learning, leaving workers without proper training and discouraging growth. Here are some improvements to make.
Leader and Manager: Why You Need Both Skill Sets
I break down the Leader vs. Manager debate, explain that both leadership and management are essential skill sets, and neither should be neglected.
The Lead Carpenter System: Guide to Successful Job Site Management
The Lead Carpenter System is a simple but powerful system where a highly skilled carpenter takes charge of the job site, especially for remodeling projects.
How to Outwork Anyone (The Habits of Highly Productive Workers)
An excellent video called How to Outwork Anyone (The Habits of Highly Productive Workers) emphasizes efficiency, craftsmanship, and balancing speed with quality.
The Value of a Clean Construction Project
Maintaining a clean construction site is a key performance indicator of safety, quality, efficiency, and effective management.
Podcast Guest
I appeared on a podcast for my first time. It’s called Monday Morning Coffee. I’ve been listening to it for a few years and was invited to be a guest.
Estimates vs. Quotations: Which Are Best?
I made a video about Estimates vs. Quotations: Which Are Best? It’s posted on my YouTube channel. You can watch it or read the transcript here.
Building a Big Roof in a Cyclone Snow Storm – My First Trip to Russia
In 2009, I went on my first trip to Russia working as an international construction consultant. Much later, I finally got around to making a video of that trip. Here it is.
How to Tell Your Boss You Have Too Much Work
I’ve been trying to mentor some young fellows. Was thinking about how to better articulate some advice while walking this afternoon. Came up with this. You can watch the video or read the transcript here.
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