Building Scale Podcast - Spot Migration

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We interview successful Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) business leaders to learn how they use people, processes, and technology to scale their businesses.

Mike Wood, COO at Jarrett Companies, shares his journey in the construction industry, highlighting the growth and structuring of the company, including its expansion into full-service MEP and new divisions. He discusses building successful teams, leadership evolution, and fostering self-awareness to avoid burnout. Mike emphasizes the importance of honesty, respect, and trust in leadership, as well as navigating difficult conversations. He outlines the benefits of a double check system, enhancing client relationships, and the significance of clear communication and documentation. The episode also covers investing in technology, such as CRM implementation, and reflects on two decades of business experience.

Connect with Mike Wood, COO Jarrett Companies and Founder, Luv Being U

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-wood-209b2629
Company LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/jarrett-companiesinc
Website – https://luvbeingu.com/
Website – https://jarrettcompaniesinc.com/

Connect with Justin & Will –
Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/
Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/

Learn More & Connect With Spot Migration –
Website: https://www.spotmigration.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotmigration
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Spotmigration

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(0:00) Introduction and setting the stage for safety in conversations
(2:00) Sponsor: BuildingScale.net/help
(2:29) Guest introduction: Mike Wood, COO at Jarrett Companies
(3:28) Mike’s background and journey in construction
(4:57) Growth and structuring of Jarrett Companies
(9:27) Expansion into full-service MEP and new divisions
(11:54) Building and developing successful teams
(12:12) Mike’s leadership evolution and introspection
(17:02) Avoiding burnout and fostering self-awareness
(22:58) Teaching and sharing leadership principles
(26:41) Navigating difficult conversations and their impact
(28:22) The role of honesty and respect in leadership
(31:28) Building trust and collective decision-making in teams
(32:42) Evolution of roles and titles at Jarrett Companies
(36:13) Implementing and benefiting from a double check system
(41:56) Enhancing client relationships through management practices
(43:11) Documenting processes and SOPs
(46:13) Importance of clear communication and documentation
(47:53) Investing in technology to drive business growth
(51:02) CRM implementation and its business impact
(53:31) Evaluating the cost and value of Salesforce
(54:11) Reflecting on two decades of business experience
(55:24) Contact information for Mike Wood
(55:55) Final advice and key takeaways for listeners
(56:48) Episode conclusion and outro
(57:07) Call to action for listeners