Are you a good listener? It’s a skill many think they’ve already mastered. After all, listening seems simple— you just stay quiet and let the other person talk, right?
That’s what I thought for years until I realized I wasn’t truly listening. I was just listening to respond, rather than listening to understand.
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In the past few years, “supply chain” has become a household term. The global pandemic disrupted our access to many materials and products, revealing just how fragile our supply systems can be. Suddenly, everyday items like cars, toilet paper, and food were in short supply, bringing to light the journey materials take from factory to consumer.
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Construction sites can be intense environments. The work is highly technical, physically demanding, and even dangerous at times. When combined with tight deadlines and complex projects, the atmosphere can quickly become stressful.
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If you know PDI Drywall, you’ve probably heard our slogan: “The only thing we build better than walls is relationships.” I’m proud of this slogan— not just because it’s catchy, but because it perfectly captures what makes PDI successful. One short sentence reflects our philosophy, ethos, and unique selling point as a drywall and painting company.
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Think back to the last time you were on a construction site where everything just clicked. Tasks were completed smoothly, deadlines were easily met, and the team operated like a well-oiled machine. That driving force you felt? It was momentum, propelling the project forward and bringing out the best in everyone involved.
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Let’s imagine a scenario: you’re on the jobsite, the sun is beating down, and you’re pushing hard to stay on track. Suddenly, the project manager arrives for their weekly visit.
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Are you struggling to get noticed by new clients or business partners? Do you find yourself losing out on jobs to other companies in your field? Your craftsmanship is excellent, but in the competitive world of construction, how do you stand out from the crowd?
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Blogging has come a long way since its inception in the mid-90’s. Once resembling online journals, blogs have become powerful marketing tools across various professional industries.
Today, blogging is an invaluable asset for promoting your business. Although it might not be the first marketing strategy that comes to mind, the benefits of blogging for your construction business provide compelling reasons to add this tool to your website.
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Finding the balance between integrity and profits can be challenging while running a business. As the owner and CEO of a successful drywall company, I’ve faced tough decisions. Recently, someone suggested I cut costs by paying my subcontractors less and using cheaper materials. It’s not the first time I’ve heard this, but I always come back to the same answer: no.
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Large-scale construction projects are complex endeavors. They require extensive planning and coordination to turn a set of plans into a physical structure. Just like a symphony, everyone must synchronize their efforts to achieve success.
We’ve all heard of construction projects that have gone awry, with delays stretching for months or even years and budgets spiraling out of control. Take, for instance, the Denver International Airport, which exceeded its budget by $3 billion.1 This is an extreme example, but it’s not uncommon for projects to encounter inefficiencies and budget overruns, leaving them seemingly never-ending.
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