Devils Advocate: Trades Edition
Devils Advocate: Trades Edition is a no-BS podcast hosted by Lisa McGrath, featuring honest conversations about construction, business, leadership, workplace issues, and the hard truths shaping today's trades industry.
Hard Hats, Hard Truth EP16
Join Lisa McGrath and Michael as they explore the trades industry, debunking misconceptions and examining trends in paychecks and career paths. Using a condo restoration project as a case study, they discuss renovation versus new builds, pricing strategies, and equal opportunity employment. The episode covers communication, project management, mentorship, and training. They also address subcontractor dynamics, conflict resolution, and job site culture. Wrapping up with advice for young tradespeople, they offer insights on company culture and fair compensation. Listener engagement and feedback round out the episode.
Key Points
- Many young workers entering the trades are often sold false expectations about quick success and immediate pay raises, leading to unrealistic career expectations.
- The construction industry faces trust issues due to predatory pricing practices by some contractors, which can negatively impact wages and job opportunities for others in the renovation and restoration sectors.
- New build construction companies looking to enter the renovation space should consider partnering with experienced GCs and investing in specialized training for their employees to ensure quality and trustworthiness in their new ventures.
Chapters
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| 45:58 | |
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Transcript
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