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Topping Out is a newsletter designed for construction business owners and executives. Chad aims to provide practical, entertaining advice to drive profits while having fun running your construction business.
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Foundational Focus
You are trying to get ahead in your construction career but don’t know where to start, you aren’t sure who to turn to and you don’t have much time in your schedule. Fulton brings you weekly insights with actionable steps to build you into the leader you want to become.
Uprooting Self-Doubt
Self-doubt is a formidable foe that plagues even the most accomplished professionals. It whispers insidious thoughts, eroding our confidence and obscuring our innate capabilities. However, by cultivating self-awareness and embracing a growth mindset, we can uproot this damaging force…
Unlocking Motivation: Identifying What Inspires Your Workforce
For existing employees, regular one-on-one meetings provide invaluable insights. Encouraging open dialogue and actively listening to employees' perspectives…
Mastering Workforce Motivation: Key to Success
Unlock the potential of your workforce by mastering the art of motivation. Embrace intrinsic passion and reward external achievements to cultivate a high-performing team.
Setting the Stage: The Power of Clear Expectations
Setting clear expectations is the cornerstone of trust and efficiency, guiding interactions and strengthening relationships. Like a well-constructed building, clarity in expectations ensures smoother execution and proactive conflict resolution.
The Importance of Lifetime Learning
Embrace the journey of lifetime learning in the commercial construction industry, where professionals are perfect in their own way yet constantly strive for improvement.
Empowering Your Team: Teaching the Art of Problem-Solving
Empowerment is the foundation of effective leadership; it’s not just about leading your team but investing in their long-term success and development. Cultivate a culture of independent problem-solving, where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities rather than failures…
Lost a Step, or Just Don’t Know Where to Go?
Experience allows individuals to see beyond the immediate challenges, adopting a proactive approach that minimizes wasted effort and maximizes efficiency. By creating a supportive environment that values unique strengths of both younger and older workers, companies can cultivate a workforce adept at tackling future challenges…
Constructive Conversations on Feedback (Part 2) - Asking for Feedback from Your Team
Effective leadership in the construction industry demands a personalized approach to feedback that recognizes individual sensitivities. By navigating feedback with empathy and receptiveness, conversations can address performance issues and cultivate a continuous growth and development culture…
Constructive Conversations on Feedback (Part 1) - Giving Feedback Effectively
Mastering the art of giving feedback is vital to stimulating growth within your team. It’s essential to foster a culture where constructive feedback is seen as a catalyst for these challenges.
Unlocking Effortless Leadership with Multi-Generational Project Teams
Understanding failure responses is vital for young, confident professionals. It opens the gateway to new growth, makes connections, and quickly transforms experience into knowledge…
Unconscious Incompetence – The Dunning-Kruger Effect
At the outset of my career, fueled by confidence and theoretical knowledge, I believed I operated at the pinnacle of my abilities. However, as challenges intensified and my productivity waned, I realized the complexities of the job surpassed textbooks and training. Years of on-the-job learning exposed my knowledge gaps. Now, as a senior leader, I witness the Dunning-Kruger effect in newcomers and experienced professionals alike. Coaches and mentors play a vital role in guiding individuals toward self-awareness and continuous learning, ensuring they embrace humility alongside expertise.