The Builder Upper Show Ep. 25 feat. Jeff Makey from cLearn Training

Jeff Makey, founder of cLearn Training, shares his journey from construction work to becoming a leader in training and consultation. In this conversation, Jeff dives deep into the workforce challenges facing the trades, the importance of emotional engagement and mutual growth in training, and practical strategies for attracting and retaining talent in a shrinking labor pool. He also discusses how cLearn’s programs go beyond standard operating procedures to build company culture and vision, and explores the evolving role of technology and AI in construction training. Whether you’re a contractor, project manager, or industry leader, you’ll gain actionable insights on workforce development, upskilling, and creating effective training that sticks.