Luke Payne, President of Western Excavation, returns to the podcast today to join Taylor for a candid exploration of the intricacies of entrepreneurship, resilience, and work-life harmony. Their discussion, filled with personal anecdotes and professional advice, touches on the importance of a supportive family foundation, the concept of a "zero-fail mentality" for business success, and the evolving landscape of leadership and success in the modern world. This is a truly enlightening episode which not only illuminates the paths to navigating the construction industry's challenges, but also probes the societal shifts influencing work ethics and personal fulfillment.
Luke and Taylor go on to address practical aspects of business management, such as tackling seasonal operational challenges and the benefits of digital project tracking. In addition to emphasizing the significance of venturing into new business territories and reevaluating traditional operational methods to enhance efficiency and productivity, this talented duo also ventures into motivational strategies for employees, suggesting innovative approaches to foster a motivated and engaged workforce. Through a blend of poignant stories and insightful discussions, they offer a multifaceted perspective on balancing the demands of a thriving business with the priceless moments of family life. As you will hear, this episode stands as a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and the relentless pursuit of success, encapsulated in the journey of navigating the complexities of the construction industry while cherishing the value of family time.
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Quotes:
"You need to have grit, mental toughness, and be competitive. At the same time, you need to be friends with the people you compete with."
"Having a zero-fail mentality means putting yourself in a position to not fail."
"I think people value time over possessions now."
"We are called to suffer in business. We are called to suffer in life because it helps us reach that future potential."
"You know, Taylor, you gotta make time for your family.”
"I'm going to go to the places that people don't want to go, or it is a harder area, and there's risk of people breaking into your equipment, stealing your equipment, but I'm also going to charge for that."
As always, thank you to our good friends over at Komatsu for sponsoring this podcast: https://www.komatsu.com/
Links:
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Travis “Silkstone” Hesketh: A successful entrepreneur with an interesting background
Dr. Sarah Buchner: Real and Practical Applications of AI in Construction with CEO of Trunk Tools Inc.
Ep. 153: Dave Turin: Talking Gold Rush, and Premiere of New Show
Ep 152: The Truth About Running a Construction Business in 2024
Ep 151: Katie Kelleher: We can be better for the workforce
Ep 150: Brian Dietz - Growing a family business, it’s only possible when we’re on the same team.
Ep 149: Randy Blount - How financial projections can boost your business’ profitability (and keep it alive…)
Ep 148: EJ Herron – Bringing GPS and 3D Systems to your Jobsite
Ep 147: Aaron Witt: Putting People First to Transform Construction
Ep. 146: Denis Cashman - Living a Life That’s Worth Living
Ep. 145: Amy Underwood (The Digger Girl): One of the Industry’s Best
Ep. 144: Running a Top Business in Construction as a Team of 3
Ep. 143: Social Media in Construction Can Be Done Differently with @diggerbry
Ep. 142: Trey Bo Dirt Bestows Knowledge and Nostalgia
Ep. 141: An Unusual Path to the Industry, with Travis Gemmell
Ep. 140: Investing in Yourself, with David White
Ep. 139: Building from the Ground Up: Tips from a New Construction Business Owner
Ep. 138: Live at CONEXPO-CON/AGG with Dana Wuesthoff
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