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The Contractor"s Best Friend

ForConstructionPros.com | Caterpillar

Brought to you by ForConstructionPros.com and Caterpillar, TCBF: The Contractor’s Best Friend Podcast, is the ultimate “motivational and informational” podcast, perfect for your commute. Tailored specifically for contractors on-the-go, you’ll learn essential tips and tricks needed to develop your business and increase your ROI.Caterpillar experts are here to answer your questions: https://www.cat.com/en_US/by-industry/construction/tipstechandtools.html

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10:51

S2E9: Our Future, Autonomous Equipment

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/05/01

We know that our trade is one of the riskiest industries from a safety standpoint. What if we remove the human element from harm’s way? How do we create a solution for the skilled labor shortage? Is it operating equipment without people? Brad and the subject matter experts discuss how Caterpillar has evolved the progression of their equipment on the jobsite and what the future might hold. Listen now, you don’t want to miss this hot topic conversation! Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s

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S2E8: Turning Data into Profits

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/04/17

Get ready to sharpen your pencils and lower operating cost with Brad, Lonnie and Jason. The team discusses how to utilize the data machines are gathering and how to generate reporting with the Vision Link App. Brad and the Caterpillar subject matter experts talk about understanding what reports are vital to profitability and how you, as a contractor, can become even more competitive in the industry. Money talks, take a listen! Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle

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16:36

S2E7: To Filter or Not to Filter, that is the Question

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/04/03

Not all filters are created equal. Brad, Lonnie and Jason will discuss how to maintain your fleet for optimal usage. You’ll learn about Caterpillar’s newest technologies such as CAT inspect app, how to utilize your team effectively, and how to reduce maintenance cost. You don’t want to miss this episode, take a listen now! Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development Group - Founder Brought to you by: Jason Hurdis, Caterpillar Inc, Global Market Professional –

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S2E6: Understanding the Benefits of Compaction...

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/03/20

What are the benefits of Compaction Technology on the jobsite? Can I ask for a demonstration or test drive with my Caterpillar dealer? What type of read outs do I see on the display? The team answers all these questions and takes a deeper dive into the topic of Compaction Technology. What are you waiting for? Take a listen now! Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development Group - Founder Brought to you by: Jason Hurdis, Caterpillar Inc, Global Market Professional –

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14:28

S2E5: Understanding the Benefits of Compaction...

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/03/06

The Compaction Process is a big topic on the jobsite. It can attribute 5% of total cost of value stream and is the most important process. In part one of this two-part podcast, you’ll learn about two types of Intelligent Compaction Caterpillar offers and how these technologies will help eliminate rework. The team will help you say goodbye to old techniques and educate you on new technologies of Intelligent Compaction. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development

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S2E4: Training the New Generation

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/02/20

Every company wants it, a highly trained operator that can get the job done well. In this episode the team shares the training opportunities and resources they recommend to turn a rookie operator into a seasoned pro. You’ll learn about Caterpillar’s immersive virtual reality simulator for equipment training, along with the other tools they offer contractors and dealers to help create a winning team. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development Group - Founder

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17:51

S2E3: Finding & Keeping Labor

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/02/13

The #1 problem amongst contractors is labor, with a shortage of over 1 million workers in the industry. In episode three, Brad and Caterpillar experts, Lonnie and Jason, address how to find AND keep labor, as well as how to attract millennials to your company. They spill the beans on millennials being the generation of engagement and the training techniques needed to keep them. Listen now! Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development Group - Founder Brought to you

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12:41

S2E2: Choosing the Right Machine for the Job, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/01/23

Choosing the right machine to match your job’s mission is no easy task. Subject matter experts Jason, Lonnie and Brad dive deeper into decision making during part two of the two-part episode. Jason spills what equipment you should be looking at in the quarry and mining industry and which products to invest in, while Lonnie takes you through the graduation of equipment in construction, explaining the transition of machines per skill level. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend,

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S2E1: Choosing the Right Machine for the Job, Pt. 1

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2019/01/09

Don’t waste costs by bidding the wrong machine for the job. Many contractors believe one size fits all when it comes to machines and base decisions and costs off old equipment and dated knowledge. The ‘A-team’ brings you up-to-speed on the considerations you should be making when looking at new purchases, the top measurements worth tracking to get the most out of equipment, and common things contractors often overlook. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development

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E12: Safety & How it Impacts Culture & Employees, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/12/05

Keeping the conversation going, Brad Humphrey chats with the Caterpillar team of experts, Jason Hurdis and Lonnie Fritz, about both employee AND jobsite safety. You’ll hear all about future safety improvements coming down the pipeline, along with tips and tricks for implementing safety as a priority in the workplace. Plus, Caterpillar shares how they have continued to be proactive to safety procedures by making resources heavily available and choosing the proper workers to train new hires. Moderated

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E11: Safety & How it Impacts Culture & Employees, Pt. 1

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/11/28

As you’ve probably heard before, safety is always #1 and it has come a long way within the construction industry. Brad Humphrey and Caterpillar’s Jason Hurdis and Lonnie Fritz, give you the low down on how safety affects company culture, how to engage employees in safety practices, and why you should hold employees accountable. From rearview cameras to backup sensors, technology advancements in safety on the jobsite are continuing to grow – make sure your company stays ahead of the curve. Moderated

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E10: How to Make Smart Planning Choices, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/10/24

When should you start forecasting the equipment needed for your fleet? How can you include dealers in your strategic planning for the future? What to prepare for when renting equipment? Brad and the Caterpillar team, Jason Hurdis and Carey Nicholson, tackle all these questions in part two of How to Make Smart Planning Choices. Hear it from the best as they uncover everything you need to know about buying new, used, or renting equipment. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend,

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E9: How to Make Smart Planning Choices, Pt. 1

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/10/10

Looking to add to your equipment fleet? Brad Humphrey and Caterpillar experts, Jason Hurdis and Carey Nicholson, bring you the dirt on renting vs. buying equipment. The team explains key considerations when making equipment acquisition decisions, including project size and depreciation. Do you buy new, used, or rent your jobsite equipment? Listen to decide which choice is smart for your business. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development Group - Founder Brought

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E8: Technology & the Future of Your Business, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/09/26

Join Brad Humphrey, and the Caterpillar team -- Lonnie Fritz, Jason Hurdis, and Scott Hagemann, in part two of technology and the future of your business. Hear their projections of technological developments within the next 3-5 years, as well as maintenance and upgrade costs and how they will impact the construction industry. Maintenance of equipment is a huge talking point during this episode as the team answers when and how business owners should start planning the maintenance of their equipment

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E7: Technology & the Future of Your Business, Pt. 1

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/09/12

Understand how technology will impact your business’s growth and how to plan accordingly, with this new episode of The Contractor’s Best Friend Podcast. Part one covers the business mindset as technology continues to be a top priority on the worksite. The Caterpillar experts (Lonnie Fritz, Jason Hurdis, and Scott Hagemann) discuss the key to longevity, telematics, and operational efficiency. Addressing a problem many businesses face, the team also discusses how to turn equipment downtime to uptime

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E6: Technology & Employee Retention, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/08/08

In the second part of the two-part episode, Brad and Caterpillar experts: Lonnie Fritz, Jason Hurdis, and Scott Hagemann, talk about how an owner can use technology to retain employees at their company. From equipment simulators to giving operators ownership by painting their names on equipment doors, the group dives into the tried and true concepts used to keep employees and understand your team. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best Friend, Pinnacle Development Group - Founder Brought

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E5: Technology & Employee Retention, Pt. 1

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/08/07

Covering a hot topic in the industry, Brad and the Caterpillar team (Lonnie Fritz, Jason Hurdis, and Scott Hagemann) come together again for an episode on how technology retains employees. They focus on implementing training technology through apps and equipment screens to provide operators with accessible information at their fingertips, resulting in empowered workers! Struggling to engage younger employees? Listen to this episode to hear how telematics could help. Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The

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E4: Millennials in the Workplace, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/08/01

Continuing the topic of millennials, Brad speaks with Lonnie Fritz, Jason Hurdis, and Scott Hagemann from Caterpillar, on training and retaining millennials in the industry. Millennials ask ‘why’ questions to learn the bigger picture and expect touchpoints to keep them engaged, make sure you exhibit the ‘reasons for loyalty’ so millennials stay with your company! Bonus: learn how one contractor uses their company numbers to drive awareness to their operators, increasing productivity, efficiency and

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E3: Millennials in the Workplace, Pt. 1

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/07/18

In the first part of Millennials in the Workplace, Brad and Caterpillar experts, Lonnie Fritz, Jason Hurdis, and Scott Hagemann, share how to prepare for millennials on the jobsite. They touch on the apps Caterpillar has created to aid in training millennials and the digital solutions they have provided. You'll also learn the importance of teaching how things fit together on the jobsite for employees entering the field. Listen for a quick guide to speaking the language of millennials, the future

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14:35

E2: Drones & Jobsite Management, Pt. 2

The Contractor"s Best Friend ·

2018/06/27

Drones continue in the second part of Drones & Jobsite Management. As Brad and the Caterpillar team dig deeper into the topic of drones, they uncover drone flying tips and planning your missions. Lonnie and Jason explain how Caterpillar uses drones in their fully implemented training course on road construction, as well as the kind of person to look for as your drone operator. You’ll never guess what the fastest growing sport amongst kids is… Moderated by: Brad Humphrey, The Contractor’s Best

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