The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

The Construction Leading Edge Podcast

This podcast is dedicated to helping construction business owners eliminate chaos, maximize profit, and reclaim their freedom. Designed for leaders who are ready to step out of the daily grind and take control of their business, The Construction Leading Edge Podcast delivers actionable strategies on systematization, time management, increasing profitability, and business growth. Whether it’s stopping profit bleeds, building high-performing teams, or creating systems that allow your business to run without you, each episode will leave you with practical tools to unlock more profit, freedom, and impact. Join Todd Dawalt every week for solo episodes packed with insights and guest interviews featuring industry experts who’ve mastered the art of building self-sustaining businesses. If you’re ready to stop wearing so many hats and start leading your business like a visionary CEO, this podcast is for you.

Episodes

May 5, 2025 106 mins

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EPISODE 388: Do you ever feel like your business is costing too much? Jake Lewendal of Momentum Development knows that pain too well. 

Jake, a Bozeman-based builder, grew up sweeping floors on job sites. He eventua...

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EPISODE 387: Does it ever feel like your construction business is sinking? That moment when you wonder, “Is this even worth saving?”

You’re not alone. Every business owner hits that wall. But here’s something most people miss: It’s not your circumstances that are causing the problems—it’s the story you’re telling...

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EPISODE 386: Do you feel like your construction business is running you instead of the other way around? Do you constantly bring your work home?

For many construction business owners, weekends also mean emails and phone calls. Often, family dinners turn into business meetings. But not anymore!

In thi...

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👉Join our free masterclass on how to get paid for estimates HERE

EPISODE 385: Do you feel guilty charging for estimates when others offer them for free? Today’s guest believes you shouldn’t.

In this week’s episode of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Alex Gregg, owner of Gregg ...

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👉Watch our FREE masterclass: Get Out of Your Construction Business: How to Make It Run Without You HERE

EPISODE 384: Have you thought about the future of your construction business? 

Most construction business owners don’t think about selling their businesses. But here’s the reality: One day, your ...

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EPISODE 383: Have you ever wondered how to stop micromanaging and finally take a break from your business? What if you could step away and trust your team to handle things?

In this week’s episode, I sit down with our coaches, Leyah Hostetter and Moni...

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EPISODE 382: Are you struggling with closing deals? Do you think hiring a unicorn salesperson will scale your construction business fast? 

Well, if you believe you need a unicorn, you’re secretly sabotaging your success.

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EPISODE 381: Are you stuck in the cycle of chasing leads, negotiating, estimating, and following up—while your team takes a back seat? It’s time to fire yourself from sales.

In this week’s episode, I share seven compelling reasons why...

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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 ...

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EPISODE 379: Do you feel like your business would fall apart if you took a real day off? Or just once, you’d love to eat dinner without late-night calls? Many construction business owners live in constant firefighting mode.

In this episode, I’m...

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EPISODE 378: Want to lock in profits and reduce risk on your construction projects?

Many contractors struggle with last-minute buyout decisions—causing delays...

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👉Watch the free Masterclass: Get Out of Your Construction Business HERE

EPISODE 377: Overworked, constantly firefighting, and unable to take even a short vacation—does this sound familiar?

Many construction business owners feel stuck in the chaos, unable to step away or grow their company beyond th...

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EPISODE 376: Are you tired of project delays caused by indecisive clients? What if the real problem isn’t your clients—but your process?

Sometimes, the chaos and indecision are self-created because we overwhelm clients with too many decisions to make...

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👉Watch our free training video: The 5 Root Causes of Contractor Failure HERE

EPISODE 375: Does your construction business feel like it can’t run without you? Are you answering questions and solving the same problems over and over?

In this week’s episode, I’ll share a transformative tool to help yo...

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👉Watch the free masterclass: How to Escape from Day-to-Day Operations HERE

EPISODE 374: Is your construction business stuck in “just enough to start” mode? Are constant mistakes and delays eating away your profits?

This week, I sit down with Michael Thorp, owner and designer at Kitchen Design—and ...

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EPISODE 373: Have you ever stayed up late worrying about scope gaps, delays, or the next uncomfortable client call? 

For many construction business owners, these challenges are normal—part of their day-to-day firefighting mode. But what i...

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EPISODE 372: Do you believe that chaos is inevitable in construction? Or do you feel like your business is too small for systems?

Here’s the truth: chaos isn’t constant—it’s a choice.

In this week’s episode of The Construction Leadi...

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EPISODE 371: Is your construction business truly profitable? Many construction business owners believe that a steady stream of projects means their financials are good in shape.

But more often than not, they find themselves overworked and barely br...

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EPISODE 370: Do you feel like your construction business is running you instead of the other way around?

In this latest episode of the Construction Leading Edge podcast, I sit down with Tod Ingersoll, founder and president of NuWood Cr...

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EPISODE 369: Is your construction business stuck in chaos? How do you build a thriving multi-generational construction business?

Join us as we uncover the secrets to creating a self-managing construction business that thrives for generations.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Rocky Rhodes, co-owner of Dusty Rhodes Homes–a Kansas City-based custom home builder operating for nearly 60 year...

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