Industry Deep Dive - Construction: How to effectively manage subcontractors using EOS, with John Glover

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Construction is a challenging industry where human creativity works magic, turning engineering and architectural plans into actual structures. 

And while they make building something easy from the ground up, hidden beneath the surface lies a maze of intricate project management complexities that you won't find in other industries.

With so many moving parts and a heavy reliance on subcontractors, success requires skillful coordination of teams, schedules, and resources. 

So what can you do to ensure success in this industry that demands effective management of both people and processes?

In today's episode, John Glover and I explore the complexities within the construction industry and break down the project and people management success strategies that you can also use for your business.

John Glover is a Small Business Coach, Fractional COO and Integrator, Personal Growth Consultant, and founder of Core Integration Coaching. 

He helps entrepreneurs, business partners, organizations, and individuals develop a roadmap to get what they want from their business and their life. 

As a passionate coach and facilitator, he's helped many set strategic goals, develop customized plans, and execute more effectively to obtain their desired results. 

We discuss:

03:54 Managing people in construction is challenging without proper processes and communication.

05:47 Establishing core values is crucial for a company's moral compass and identifying ideal employees.

08:12 Use an accountability chart, define roles, align values, and communicate clearly to avoid issues.

14:17 The steps to prevent mistakes and misquotes that can affect your profitability.

16:35 Small business owners need to delegate responsibility.

19:23 Small businesses benefit from the EOS platform when addressing major issues by implementing regular meetings, setting clear expectations, and having an effective onboarding process.

30:15  Build supplier relationships by aligning core values via due diligence and clear communications.

32:53 Vet subcontractors, like employees, assess if they're the proper fit through (legitimate) testimonials and address any issues quickly. 

39:02 Accountability provides a framework that balances structure and autonomy, allowing individuals to thrive and solve problems within boundaries.

42:14 Creating a strong people process with a structured onboarding system is crucial to help you find, train and keep the right employees and drive growth and success.

Resources:

John Glover, Coach, Fractional COO & Integrator, Core Integration Coaching:
https://coreintegrationcoaching.com/

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-glover

Schedule a Discovery Call with John:
https://coreintegrationcoaching.com/contact-me

Email:
[email protected]

Kathy Svetina, Fractional CFO:
https://www.newcastlefinance.us/

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