Verdura Construction: Quick Communication&the Benefits of Self-Performing with Jamie Verdura - a podcast by Brad Leavitt
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Listen in as Jamie shares his leadership best practices for running a thriving family construction business. His characteristic high-energy and optimism have been major contributors to his success in the industry. A quick example of this is his ability to maintain an active social media presence while self-performing many of the firm’s tasks—all while managing the business.
Jamie talks about the unique challenges of running a full-service construction company in California, particularly in today’s turbulent market. He explains how he chooses which departments to outsource and which to self-perform, as well as how he justifies his fees to clients.
Finally, Jamie speaks on his strong family values and how they directly influence his role as a leader. He also shares how his determination to support those around him have led to exciting networking opportunities, including getting the chance to sponsor a local Bellator fighter.
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Events:
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Topics Discussed:
- [02:56] How Jamie is able to respond quickly on social media while running Verdura
- [06:10] Which aspects Jamie manages and which he self-performs
- [07:42] Managing employee payroll
- [11:32] How to retain good people
- [16:39] Staying positive as a busy general contractor
- [18:53] Knowing which departments to outsource and which to keep in-house
- [22:22] Justifying your fees
- [23:51] The importance of networking in today’s market
- [26:48] How Verdura manages projects
- [38:02] Training the younger generation
- [39:47] Self-performing steel framing
- [46:47] Managing a business with your spouse
- [51:28] Sponsoring a local Bellator fighter
- [55:04] Why Jamie prizes family above all else
Connect with Verdura Construction:
- Website - http://www.verdura-construction.com/
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verduraconstruction/
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064921724418
Connect with Brad Leavitt:
- Website - https://www.aftconstructionpodcast.com/
- Instagram - https://instagram.com/aft_construction
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aftconstruction
- Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/aft-construction/aft-construction
- Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ph/AFT_CONSTRUCTION/
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzB4R_DHPVV1SPh7RUfR5jg
Key Quotes by Jamie:
- You gotta communicate in group texts. It takes ten seconds out of your day and everybody will be happy.
- If I’m down, beat-up, tired, or preoccupied, the whole morale and energy of the company shrinks.
- For me to do what I’m doing right now, team and family come first.
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