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#Scrum is a great management framework for making work visible and getting more done with less effort. In this podcast episode, I asked JJ Sutherland, CEO of Scrum Inc., what's the best digital solution for a Scrum board. More free resources 👇 for project managers, superintendents, trade partners, and whole…

The Last Planner System of Production Controls is a great way to collaborate with people, and the lean tools make it easy. For example, Stephen Powell knows that Lean Construction can help him manage the portfolio of projects he is responsible for as an owner. Project teams that schedule more…

"Meet people where they are." Jake and I have both heard that over the course of our careers. We've been given conflicting advice on this topic, especially when it comes to continuous improvement. Join us as we square off on following it or disregarding it in the spirit of healthy…

Stephen Powell, Vice President of Program Management, specializes in include Healthcare Construction, Children's Hospital Construction Consulting, LEED BD+C, IP. Stephen shares the importance of understanding Lean Construction from the Owner’s perspective and all project partners involved. We shared how Scrum continues making a difference for teams working on complex projects…

Happy New Year! New Year's resolutions are still a thing in 2022. Join Jake Harrell and me in discussing (and debating) this for businesses. “OKR” stands for “Objectives and Key Results.” They are typically used for goal-setting and made famous most recently by John Doer. Does leadership use them for…

🎉 Let's join Jennifer Lacy and celebrate positive changes in the #constructionindustry. That is the power of commitment. Commitment in building with lean principles and methods means you're willing and ready for daily learning while supporting and trusting team members as well as customers. A promise made between two parties…

Target Value Delivery (TVD) is a design and construction approach used to complete a project that meets the operational needs and values of the users while being delivered within budget and time while promoting innovation throughout the process to increase value and minimize wasted time, money, and human effort. If…

Jennifer Lacy is a Lean Practice Leader with more than 18 years in the construction industry creating a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, learning, and leadership development. Jennifer naturally elevates others while achieving better results aligned with core values like respect for people. Her WHY? To attack every interaction as…

I want everyone to be successful because I know I'll get a better project. Think about that. What is alternative thinking? The alternative is the mainstream thought that if I win, you must lose. The game isn't binary. There are more than two outcomes. We can put the project first…

John Zachara leads the program and capital budget management of a multiple-site acute care healthcare organization. He uses decades of project management experience to deliver a wide variety of project types including commercial, retail, hospital, clinical, research, educational, and religious facilities. When opportunities arise or problems come up, John knows…

Many project managers are tasked with numerous responsibilities across a project including budgeting, procurement, costing, and more, often across multiple sites. Starting with standard processes first, one electrical trade contractor found a sustainable path to improvement led by the project team leads. Lean values like respect for people and continuous…

Bill Wagner is passionate about growing business while creating great experiences for employees. Bill generates growth by applying cutting-edge best practices from the worlds of science, marketing, and economics in a way that scales into all companies large or small! He currently leads a SaaS enterprise construction software and services…

Construction has traditionally been siloed, but Dave Cooper is on a mission to make all builders and suppliers better through passion. His relentless pursuit of innovation allows for connections across complex supply chains that lead others into new partnerships while also driving change within the construction industry! Dave engages in…

S2 The EBFC Show 038 BONUS Episode and more free resources 👇 Project managers, superintendents, trade partners, and whole project teams can take key actions to make project delivery easier, better, and faster now. ✅ 20% People and Labor Cost Savings ✅ 25% Earlier project delivery ✅ 200% Efficiency gains…

Join us to discuss the ups and downs of change whether for Lean Construction or personal development. Connect with Jesus (Jesse) D Hernandez Jr via https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesus-jesse-hernandez-9b912327/ Website at https://www.learningsandmissteps.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4yLjr8swfqCt_vMp74oiXA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learninsnmissteps/ ClubHouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@manymissteps Connect with Adam Hoots via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ Connect with Jennifer Lacy via LinkedIn at…

Construction has traditionally been siloed, but Dave Cooper is on a mission to make all builders and suppliers better through passion. His relentless pursuit of innovation allows for connections across complex supply chains that lead others into new partnerships while also driving change within the construction industry! Dave engages in…

What do great leaders have in common? This is a great question that came up today. I met a leader today that in seconds made it obvious with actions and words that #respect was a top priority to improve with their team. We put our heads and hearts together and…

Pete Novaresi, billion-dollar owner, shares his construction scheduling experiences and Lean approach to project scheduling no matter if your contract is traditional or collaborative. This show will give you insights into what works in design and construction by sharing real stories from industry leaders like Pete doing things differently and…

CLIC Guadalajara 2021 ... 12 workshops specialized in Lean Construction, both virtual and in-person, and #Scrum Master training was one of them. Nearly half of the workshop attendees were architects and designers with the other half contractors from all over Mexico. Lean Construction Mexico, 3rd Annual Congress, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Would you benefit from the owner's insights regarding making building easier and better for yourself, your team, and your company? Begin with the end in mind and learn from a general contractor turned owner. Pete Novaresi shares his takt scheduling in construction experiences and Lean principles from an owner's perspective…

Ironworkers build bridges, buildings, and even skyscrapers in some cases. They're also entrepreneurs in their own way because they have to literally think outside the box when building structures that can't be built on land. Cindy 0:00 We're in the business of promoting our particular industry. We have an entire…

Phoenix, Arizona hosted over 1,100 lean construction professionals from around the USA and over 60 international attendees sharing how to improve while respecting the people that build our world and the communities they serve. Connect with Felipe via Social media at https://thefelipe.bio.link Subscribe on YouTube to never miss new videos…

Iron workers install structural and reinforcing iron and steel to form and support buildings, bridges, roads, and more. These professionals impact the built environment by performing physically demanding and dangerous work, often at great heights. Dr. Cindy Menches support the business success of union iron worker contractors and the Iron…

Modern construction is evolving. "The Lean Builder" is a story and playbook for builders by builders. It features the all too common challenges in modern construction - lack of communication, coordination, and waste. The book's main character runs into these problems when being tasked with running one of his most…