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EPISODE 380: Studies show that 60% of a construction worker’s time is spent on non-value adding activities.
Even more alarming? Productivity today is lower than it was 20–30 years ago.
In this week’s episode, I’ll break down the concept of the first hour problem, and the common jobsite activities that kill productivity and profitability.
You’ll also learn two practical strategies to cut delays and boost profits, whether you’re a trade contractor or a general contractor.
Listen to learn more how you can start eliminating inefficiencies in your construction business and get things done faster!
Let’s jump right in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
The first hour problem (01:37)
The reality of construction productivity (03:05)
Costly activities that kill productivity and profitability (08:55)
Ripple effects of inefficient first hours (13:31)
Why GCs should fix the first hour problem (17:43)
How to eliminate the first hour problem (22:07)
Final thoughts (26:49)
Additional Resources:
- Schedule your free business evaluation call with our team HERE
- Download our free Strategic Planning Guide HERE
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