Learn how Matt Gillett grew Gillett Excavating from $500 into a heavy civil powerhouse. This episode breaks down the ROI of GPS machine control, the reality of equipment cash flow, and leadership systems that scale. Master the "first 30 last 30" rule to protect your profit and your family.

Stop settling for "good enough" hires and start building a culture they never want to leave. Jonathan Whistman joins the show to discuss why blue collar business owners must focus on identity, high standards, and the smart implementation of AI tools to build a team that competitors cannot steal.

Learn how Ed Katz turned a massive competitive threat into a breakthrough in commercial moving. Discover the power of "boxless" systems, why repeatable estimating formulas beat gut feel, and how an upside-down org chart creates a team of decision-makers ready to scale your service business.

Ron Nussbaum joins the show to share the messy truth of construction operations. Learn why software alone cannot fix communication gaps and how to master sales plus project management. Discover a mental discipline framework to stop profit leaks and build a team that actually follows the playbook.

Recorded live from ConExpo 2026, Chuck Harris of Benchmark Tool and Supply joins the show to discuss CHC Nav tech that actually works on the jobsite. Learn about visual stakeout rovers plus LiDAR for fast point clouds and why scalable machine control is the key to ROI for excavation crews.

Khrysanne Kerr of the Common Ground Alliance joins the show from Con Expo to discuss the 811 locate system. Learn how white lining and better ticket management prevent utility strikes. Discover free excavation training and how GIS data and mapping technology are shaping the future of safety.