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Episode Description In this episode, Taylor and Hector dive into the challenges women face in construction — from being one of the few on site to navigating discrimination, lack of proper PPE, and the isolation that comes with breaking into a male-dominated industry. Taylor shares her personal story of choosing engineering despite being told she’d […]

Episode Description In this comeback episode, Taylor and Hector dive into one of the biggest threats to worker well-being and project performance: burnout. After a month-long break filled with conferences, program launches, and pure overwhelm, they’re back with a raw, honest discussion on why burnout is so rampant in construction. They unpack the five stages […]

Episode Description The construction industry is facing a major workforce crisis. Since 2011, the workforce has only grown 33%, while spending on construction has skyrocketed by 173%. With record-high job openings, high turnover, and an aging workforce, companies are struggling to keep projects moving. In this episode, we break down:✔ Why we’re struggling to attract […]

Episode Description The construction industry isn’t just about building structures—it’s also about building relationships. In this special Valentine’s episode, we share our own love story that started on a jobsite and explore the unique challenges of maintaining relationships when one or both partners work in construction. From long hours and jobsite stress to navigating layoffs, […]

Episode Description Diversity in construction isn’t just about numbers – it’s about creating stronger, more innovative, and more resilient teams. But with construction still being one of the least diverse industries, how do we bridge the gap? In this episode, we explore the current state of diversity in construction, the barriers that continue to limit […]

Episode Description In this episode of The Blueprint for Change, Taylor and Hector discuss what it means to be a leader on a jobsite. From apprentices to company presidents, anyone can lead and make an impact. Learn what makes a great leader and how leadership at every level can start transforming construction culture in this […]

Episode Description In this debut episode of The Blueprint for Change, Taylor and Hector introduce the podcast, explore the current state of construction the good, the bad, and the ugly, and convey the importance of changing construction culture. From personal stories to hard truths about the industry, this episode lays the foundation for meaningful conversation […]