Building a Resilient Career - Risk-Taking - Relocation, and Leadership: Mike Reynolds, DP at Taylor Morrison, Raleigh

In this episode of "The US Homebuilder From Good-to-Great: "The Masters" Series, host Gerard Ball interviews Mike Reynolds, Division President of Taylor Morrison in Raleigh, North Carolina.Mike shares his compelling 20+ year journey from CPA at Deloitte to Division President, highlighting the strategic risks and pivotal decisions that shaped his career across multiple disciplines and market cycles.Key Topics Discussed:Transitioning from accounting to homebuilding and finding his true passionNavigating critical career relocations and their impact on professional growthLeadership lessons from the 2008 housing crash and COVID-19 pandemicMoving across disciplines from finance to land acquisition to division leadershipMike's innovative "1-10-100" philosophy for continuous improvementBuilding and maintaining team confidence during market uncertaintyThe unique Taylor Morrison culture and its impact on customer experienceNotable Quotes: "Don't be afraid to not know. Be super inquisitive. That's where you're building your knowledge base." - Mike Reynolds on early career growth"One-10-100 better: Can we do a hundred things 1% better than our competition? Ten things 10% better? And one thing 100% better?" - Mike Reynolds on his operational excellence philosophyKey Takeaways:Strategic risk-taking accelerates career advancement in homebuildingCross-disciplinary experience creates more effective leadershipGeographic flexibility can open doors to significant career opportunitiesBuilding genuine relationships and trust is fundamental to leadership successFocusing on what you can control helps navigate uncertain market conditionsAbout the Guest: Mike Reynolds serves as Division President for Taylor Morrison in Raleigh, North Carolina, overseeing a 400-unit operation with a path for growth. His diverse career includes roles at Deloitte, Centex/Pulte, and Ashton Woods, giving him a unique perspective across finance, land acquisition, and operational leadership.This episode offers valuable insights for homebuilding professionals at all career stages, particularly those considering career transitions, relocations, or cross-disciplinary moves within the industry.