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EPISODE · Aug 19, 2025 · 49 MIN

Building a Brand in Construction | I’m the Gaffer

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Master building a brand in construction! In The Episode I’m the Gaffer, host Gavin Coyle welcomes Peter Finn, Owner & Managing Director of MDS Construction Ltd, TV builder, and presenter of Constructive Voices podcast. Peter shares his journey from Room to Improve to co-presenting RTE’s Home Rescue, plus insights on branding, collaboration, and workforce challenges. A must for Construction Industry Trends. Subscribe and like to join our community, and share your thoughts below! Key Points: Peter’s TV journey and the evolution of Home Rescue. Strategies for Personal Branding and Industry Representation. Addressing the labor shortage and inspiring the next generation. Episode Highlights: 00:14 – Evolution from secretive trades to the communication age 01:37 – Peter’s introduction and commitment on-site 02:03 – Peter’s TV background with Room to Improve and Home Rescue 09:05 – Building a personal brand and inspiring content creation 17:30 – Balancing social media with core construction work 27:37 – Evolution of construction: luxury and sustainability 32:51 – Labor shortage and the need for new talent 41:42 – Tapping into cross-transferable skills for training 43:11 – Curveballs: Reflections on profit and career choices 44:40 – Peter’s hidden sporting achievements I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth building industry entrepreneur/developer, this podcast is for you. Gavin's guests, ranging from influential thought leaders to boots-on-the-ground practitioners, share their stories, successes, and failures, and offer invaluable lessons and tips, allowing you to have a 360-degree view of the construction landscape. This podcast is a must-have shared learning space for any person looking to achieve success in the building industry. As a construction person, this podcast is your go-to source for navigating the complexities of the construction industry, where success is not just built; it's crafted with precision, passion, and the right knowledge. I’m The Gaffer, available on: Apple https://bit.ly/ImTheGaffer Spotify https://bit.ly/ImTheGafferSpotify YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@gavincoylesafety #ImTheGaffer #constructionpodcast #construction #constructionbusiness #safetytips #business #podcast

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