#051 - Ron Nussbaum - From Marines to Tech Founder: Communication, Construction Tech, and Bootstrapping a Startup

In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes we got a chance to talk with Ron Nussbaum, founder of BuilderComs, to discuss the importance of communication in the construction process, social media presence, team building more: We also touch on Ron's transition from the US Marines to Construction and his present venture - BuilderComs. Tune in to find out about: Importance of focussing on solving customer’s PAIN points Importance of communication in Construction How to build a successful team in your business 75 Hard Challenge Importance and leveraging of social media presence If you enjoy today’s episode, leave us a comment. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel! ---------------------------------------- Ron Nussbaum  | Founder of BuilderComs | ConTech ---------------------------------------- We are travelling to Chicago to Procore Groundbreak on September 19th and 20th to interview innovators in construction technology - let us know if you are coming! If you are, use promo-code BRICKS100 for $100 off your ticket price. Check https://www.procore.com/groundbreak —----------------------------------- Today’s Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠beta⁠⁠⁠ – Construction and technology network platform  – connecting the tech industry with traditional partners.  Check ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.the-beta.com⁠⁠   ---------------------------------------- Timestamps: (0:00:00-0:07:43) - Intro (0:07:43-0:12:22) - Introduction of BuilderComs and Ron’s experience transitioning from Marines to Construction to Tech Startup Founder (0:12:22-0:17:28) - How to address a long-standing customer pain point in the construction industry (0:17:28-0:23:16) - How to find ideal team members (0:23:16-0:25:14) - Role as a CEO, founder, and hands-on contributor (0:25:14-0:32:47) - Importance of building audience and brand recognition (0:32:47-0:37:10) - Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Construction (0:37:10-0:41:25) - 75 Hard Challenge: A Life-Changing Routine (0:41:25-0:42:56) - Outro