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Brad Leavitt Podcast

Welcome to The Brad Leavitt Podcast—your exclusive backstage pass into the complex world of entrepreneurship and business building. Brad is no stranger to the details that bring excellence. He"s been recognized twice as one of The Phoenix Titan 100 and has steered his company, AFT Construction, to an impressive spot on the Inc 5000 list of America"s fastest-growing and most successful companies. Their projects regularly grace the pages of prestigious publications like Fine Home Building and Multiple

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01:07:06

Working with Your Spouse with Author & CEO, Brad...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/10/24

Listen in as Brad shares why creating an org chart from the get-go is one of the best things you can do, even if it’s meant to be a reference for just you and your partner. He also says that it’s always best to consume the same educational resources together in order to be on the same page when considering the future of you and your partner’s business.Asked about leading the 250+ person team at Radiant Plumbing, Brad explains that cultivating a “work hard, play hard” company culture with a system

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01:10:58

Thriving in Design and Construction with Dan and...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/10/17

Today Brad speaks with Dan and Emily Clark of Clark & Co. Homes. The Clarks established their firm in 2011 with the mission of bringing creative design solutions to the Treasure Valley through their highly functional home plans and character-filled interiors.Dan’s background in real estate, residential home construction management, and land development consulting gives him a unique, holistic approach to the building process. Emily's New England upbringing exposed her from an early age to historic

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01:01:46

Maximilian de Melo & Patrick Niederdrenk of American...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/10/10

Listen in as Max and Patrick reflect on their journey in the world of real estate, from making that first flip to becoming local celebrities involved in ultra high-end luxury developments in the state.They speak on the vital importance of creating quality products to shield one’s business from falling behind should economic crises (including that which came as a result of the pandemic) emerge. This is simply because “everybody’s going to go to the best product first” and cut corners on everything

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00:56:44

Micky Klein Interiors: Upscale Commercial,...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/10/03

With a particular focus on commercial projects, Micky explains that there is less customization involved when working with a typical commercial client versus a residential one who obviously tends to be much more discerning, detail-oriented, and at times particularly challenging when they put in change orders while their project is already underway.Asked how she and her team are able to stay on top with the latest regulations and standards in any given state when working on projects, Micky says that

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00:57:04

Trio: The Creative Business Partner for Builders &...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/09/26

Angela herself is an award-winning designer and a recognized innovator in the builder and developer community. Under her leadership, TRIO has received more than 50 Awards in the past five years, including both Detached Community of the Year and Master Planned community of the Year at NAHB’s The Nationals in 2019.In 2019 Angela launched her own lifestyle brand, which includes an innovative furniture line with Phillips Collection and a successful tile line with TileBar, which can now be found at Home

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01:08:05

Rob & Shane Woods of Woods Design Builders

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/09/19

Founded in 1977 by Sharon and Robert Woods, the firm pioneered the design-build concept with architectural design and construction being performed by the same team. In 2008 Sharon’s sons, Rob and Shane, joined the company and now serve as second-generation owners, while Sharon has remained with the company to oversee design.Listen in as Rob and Shane share the ins-and-outs of taking over and running a family business and how the two brothers have successfully been able to maintain a great working

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01:08:41

Dagan Koffler of Dagan Design & Construction

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/09/12

Dagan's interest in design and construction began at a young age when he assisted his father in designing and building their home in Solana Beach. After college Dagan worked in New York City as a set designer and builder for commercial photo shoots. He also designed and constructed several high-end storefront displays.When he returned to the West Coast, Dagan worked in Northern California doing complete home renovations and remodels. During that time he also developed an affinity for and honed his

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01:07:49

Breaking the Generational Cycle of Abuse with Walter...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/09/05

Listen in as Walt reflects on a childhood filled with abuse at the hands of his own father, a suicide attempt at age 13 that he believes was thwarted by a higher power, and an aunt that changed his life forever when she taught him what love truly looked like.Walt discusses the three big lessons he had to learn in order to heal from his trauma: speak your truth, acknowledge how you feel, and be willing to forgive.He also speaks on how his almost 20-year career in the military and another five years

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01:03:18

HW Interiors with Lisa Hynes & Heather Weisz

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/08/29

Listen in as Lisa and Heather touch on their signature “turnkey” room designs, or spaces that they describe as “functional, comfortable, accessorized, and styled right down to the last beautiful detail.”They discuss how they vet and set expectations with clients while working through value engineering, as well as why they make it a point to do frequent site visits no matter where the home is being built. Topics Discussed:[02:24] Why HW Interiors refers to every finished room as “turnkey”[05:39] How

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01:21:01

Friend and Mentor with Dave Clark

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/08/22

Dave is involved in a number of ventures outside of construction, including serving as CEO of Main Street Ingredients (MSI), a manufacturer of ingredients for use in ice cream, frozen desserts, cheese, bakery items, nutritional beverages, and confections.He has also worked for Kraft Foods and is partnered with sports nutrition brands Soul & Science and Kill Cliff.Listen in as Dave and Brad go down memory lane to speak on the various personal and professional obstacles that they have had to overcome

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01:07:16

Keys to Realtor Success with Samantha Moore and...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/08/15

With the rest of 2021 expected to remain a strong seller's market, Samantha and Jenny comment on how realtors can best represent buyers and sellers around these unique market conditions.The past year-and-a-half have introduced new challenges to real estate professionals across the country. Samantha and Jenny share how they are able to effectively communicate and set expectations with clients in a market that is uncertain and ever-evolving.More generally, they speak on evergreen keys to success in

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01:09:06

Build Magazine: Living the American Dream with Ted...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/08/08

Build has since grown into a curated collection of the region's most talented and inspired tradespeople in the building industry.Listen in as Ted reflects on the history of Build Magazine and his foray into the construction industry. He talks about the publication’s accompanying podcast, Friends of Build Magazine, and how it has served as a valuable tool for Ted to build and nurture relationships with the best of the best in the industry.Speaking on the power of branding in the digital age, Ted

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01:02:24

Handcrafted Log & Timber Homes with David Byler of...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/08/01

In 2006, one of Caribou Creek’s handcrafted log homes was named winner of the 2006 “Log Home of the Year” from Log Home Design magazine.Listen in as David explains exactly what is meant by a “log home” or a “timber frame house’ and the unique processes that go into their construction. He speaks on the typical timeframe of a project and how he interacts and builds relationships with customers, contractors, and other partners involved in a build.Topics Discussed: [00:33] What is a timber frame

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01:05:30

Hand Sketches, Classic Style, and Teamwork with...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/07/25

Listen in as Alisha gives her thoughts on educating and setting expectations with clients. She explains why embracing the role of interior designer as facilitator is more important today than at any other time due to changes in the industry brought on by the turbulent circumstances of the last year-and-a-half. She and Brad unpack the reality that “there’s nothing more expensive than a cheap bid.”Alisha then speaks on the importance of hiring the right designer no matter how “clear” the client’s

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01:04:24

Building a Massive 2 Million Followers on TikTok with...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/07/18

Listen in as Mark shares his journey in breaking the cycle of generational poverty in his family and the series of events that inspired him to start his pool service company.He dives deep into his secrets to success in building a brand on social media, particularly on TikTok where he very quickly grew his following through organic content alone. (He mentions how he doubled his numbers from one million followers to two million in a little under two months!)Finally, Mark speaks on how he is navigating

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01:11:37

The Value of Self-Perform with Tyler Grace of TRG...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/07/11

Since early childhood, Tyler has been immersed in the trades, having been involved in the family construction business growing up. He graduated from Drexel University with a degree in Construction Management and decided to pursue a career as a craftsman carpenter.Today, Tyler works alongside his wife, Rachel, an interior designer by trade. Their projects have been featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Fine Homebuilding Magazine, and on Design Sponge.Listen in as Tyler describes his unique approach

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00:55:16

Mindset and Discipline with Professional MMA Fighter...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/07/04

Today Brad speaks with professional MMA fighter Ryan Bader. He is the current Bellator Heavyweight Champion, the former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion, and the winner of The Ultimate Fighter.Listen in as Ryan dissects his success by reflecting on his path as an athlete, from football player to wrestler to the UFC and, finally, to Bellator.For Ryan, a solution-oriented mindset and the discipline to stay consistent are his two keys to his massive, ongoing success as a fighter.Having never taken

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00:59:19

Michael McCurdy of McCurdy Construction, Structures...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/06/27

Today Brad speaks with Michael McCurdy, President of McCurdy Construction, LLC; Structures Cabinet & Design, LLC; and Noblessa Phoenix.An entrepreneur at heart, Michael shares why he decided to make the foray into the construction industry and why he specifically chose to start not one, but three businesses in Phoenix.Michael explains his rationale behind encouraging his team to own every win and every loss in the business, and at the same time taking full responsibility for every failure as

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01:02:28

Become an Expert in Outdoor Living by Owning the...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/06/20

Today Brad speaks with Christopher Anderson, Founder and CEO at Ledge Lounger. The Houston-based company offers a line of in-water furniture built to withstand harsh pool chemicals, outdoor elements, and up to 16,000 hours of direct, overhead sunlight.Ledge Lounger has enjoyed four consecutive years on Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America and three years on Houston Business Journal's 100 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Houston.Christopher describes how Ledge Lounger

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01:02:44

Overcoming a Life of Obstacles with Former Navy Seal...

Brad Leavitt Podcast ·

2021/06/13

Dash reflects back on a childhood in Hawaii filled with turmoil and uncertainty, from being abandoned by his own parents literally without a name, to growing up around fight clubs and never having a home he could call his own. He then describes the turning point in his life when he was adopted by the Wong family.Down the road, Dash was inspired to join the Navy and, later, the SEALS. He talks about the challenges he faced as a scrawny kid surrounded by formidable athletes at BUD/S and how he was

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