I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth building industry entrepreneur/developer this podcast is for you. Gavin's guests, ranging from influen ...
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Welcome to the Leveraging Thought Leadership podcast, a beacon illuminating the paths and possibilities of thought leadership. With your guides, Peter Winick and Bill Sherman, we will embark on a journey into a captivating world where ideas converge with strategy and insight. Where will thought leadership take you? In each episode, we engage with thought leaders from diverse backgrounds. Whether it's professional keynote speaking, writing your own thought leadership book, investigating the n ...
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How Rituals (Not Routines) Transform Leadership and Life | Erin Coupe | 678
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20:25What if you could stop running on empty—and still perform at your best? That's the question Erin Coupe, author of "I Can Fit That In" (and host of a podcast by the same name), invites leaders to ask. She challenges the old "time management" mindset that rewards burnout and box-checking, replacing it with a human-centered strategy of presence, choic…
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The Construction Leadership Gap Why We’re Running Out of REAL Leaders
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29:34Welcome to Episode of I'm The Gaffer Gavin Coyle delves deeply into the biggest crisis nobody talks about: the construction leadership gap. Why can’t we find proper leaders? Are we doing enough to nurture their growth? And what happens when you put the wrong person in charge? If you own a construction firm, manage sites, or want to step up – this 2…
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The Power of the Pause: Why Slowing Down Fuels Stronger Leadership | Melissa Gonzalez | 677
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42:22What happens when life forces you to stop—and that pause changes everything? Melissa Gonzalez, Principal at MG2 Design and author of "The Purpose Pivot: How Dynamic Leaders Put Vulnerability and Intuition into Action", knows firsthand. A medical crisis made her rethink what success truly means. Once a Wall Street professional turned retail design e…
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The DPD Framework: How to Decide Faster and Lead Smarter | Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner | 676
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20:48What happens when life-and-death decision-making meets the boardroom? Today our guest is Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner—a physician, author of "FAST DECISIONS: Think Fast. Be Bold. Be Fearless", and leadership expert—shares how his experience in emergency medicine led him to develop a powerful framework for decision-making under pressure. As the former …
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Live Video, AI & Construction Efficiency with James Hatfield | I'm The Gaffer Podcast
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49:36Welcome to Episode of I'm The Gaffer! Host Gavin Coyle sits down with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch.com, to explore how live video + AI is transforming construction sites. From remote inspections to instant AI diagnostics, James reveals how contractors are skipping truck trips, cutting change orders, and boosting profit — all …
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The Power of Women's Stories in Tech | Miri Rodriguez | 675
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15:59What happens when a storyteller from Microsoft turns her lens on the women shaping technology's past, present, and future? Today on Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Miri Rodriguez, CEO of Empressa AI, best-selling author, storyteller at Microsoft, and co-author of "The Women of Microsoft" (Wiley). Miri reveals how a simple…
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The Critical Role of an SAP with Joseph McFall | I'm The Gaffer Podcast
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49:02Welcome to Episode of I'm The Gaffer! Host Gavin Coyle welcomes Joseph McFall, Operations Director at SFTS - HV and Lead Senior Authorized Person at BOSLAN Ingeniería y Consultoría, to unpack the vital role of a Senior Authorized Person (SAP) in the construction and electrical industries. From ensuring electrical safety on high-voltage networks to …
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How Thought Leaders Win the Publishing Game | Ken Lizotte | 674
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23:58What's the real ROI of a book? That's the question Peter Winick poses to Chief Imaginative Officer of Emerson Consulting, author of "The Expert's Edge: Become the Go-To Authority People Turn to Every Time" and publishing expert Ken Lizotte, in this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership. Ken has helped more than 350 thought leaders turn their ide…
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Top 5 Rules for Construction Business Success | I'm The Gaffer Podcast
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13:23Welcome to Episode of I'm The Gaffer! Host Gavin Coyle goes solo to share the Top 5 Rules of Success for construction business owners. Packed with practical insights, this episode reveals how to build a stronger, more profitable business while reducing stress and gaining freedom. From hiring the right team to mastering your numbers and embracing in…
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How Great Thought Leaders Use Podcasts to Scale Influence | Ryan Estes | 673
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20:55What makes a podcast truly powerful — and worth your time? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Ryan Estes, co-founder of Wildcast and Kitcaster, to unpack what separates a great podcast guest — and host — from the rest. Ryan's work connects CEOs, founders, and thought leaders to the right audiences through …
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Transforming Mental Health with Tom Chapman | I'm The Gaffer Podcast
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57:48Welcome to Episode of I'm The Gaffer! Host Gavin Coyle welcomes Tom Chapman, founder of the Lions Barber Collective and HereToTalk Training, for an inspiring discussion on mental health in construction. As a multi-award-winning author and TEDx speaker, Tom shares how barbers create safe spaces through haircuts, fostering life-changing conversations…
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Why the Best Idea Isn't Enough | Gavin McMahon | 672
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39:06What if the world didn't reward the best ideas — but the best-packaged ones? That's the question at the heart of this conversation between Bill Sherman and Gavin McMahon, CEO of fassforward and author of Story Business. Once an engineer designing submarines, Gavin discovered that technical brilliance alone doesn't move ideas forward — storytelling …
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The Power of Peer-to-Peer Leadership | Ken Banta | 671
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21:11What happens when senior executives step into a room and speak with radical candor? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Peter Winick sits down with Ken Banta, Founder and CEO of the Vanguard Network, to explore how real leaders grow stronger through dialogue—not monologues. Ken doesn't just advise on leadership—he builds ecosyste…
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Electrifying Future Reveals Shocking Truth About Sustainable Energy | I'm The Gaffer Podcast
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The Power of Discipline and Candor in Executive Leadership | Des Hague | 670
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20:53What happens when a CEO treats thought leadership as essential as strategy? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Peter Winick sits down with Des Hague, an acclaimed executive who has led global brands like PepsiCo, IHOP, and Centerplate, and now advises startups, nonprofits, and private equity firms. He's also the author of "Think…
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Nurturing New Talent in Construction | I'm The Gaffer Podcast
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22:18Welcome to Episode 86 of I'm The Gaffer! Host Gavin Coyle dives into a critical topic: nurturing new entrants and apprentices in the construction industry. This solo episode explores how to onboard, train, and mentor the next generation of leaders or skilled tradespeople. With practical insights on work ethic, structured programs, and cultural deve…
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What if time wasn't fixed, but something you could stretch, compress, and reframe? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Bill Sherman sits down with John Coyle—Olympian, design thinking expert, and author of "Design for Strengths". John has spent his life chasing the meaning of time, from hundredths of a second on the ice to decade…
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Unpacking the QS Role with Michelle Carr | I'm The Gaffer
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53:15Welcome to Episode 85 of I'm The Gaffer! Host Gavin Coyle teams up with Michelle Carr, Director of Construction Alchemy and H Squared Construction Ltd, for a riveting dive into the Quantity Surveyor (QS) role. With her wealth of experience, Michelle sheds light on trust issues, unethical practices, contract challenges, and the skills gap, deliverin…
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From Notebook to Transformation | Klint Guerry | 668
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22:47What if the key to transformation isn't a new app, a coach, or a seminar—but a 99-cent notebook? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Klint Guerry, Group Vice President at Sewell Automotive Companies and author of "A Guide to Self Disruption". Klint reveals how a simple daily practice evolved into a powerful…
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Systemizing Your Construction Business | I’m the Gaffer
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1:02:07Systemizing Your Construction Business | I’m the Gaffer. In this episode, host Gavin Coyle welcomes Ian Morris, a seasoned director, to reveal how to systematize your business, plan for succession, and leverage Simpro software. Perfect for Construction Industry Trends. Subscribe and like to join our community, and share your thoughts below! Key Poi…
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Building Authority Through the Boardroom | Erik Hanberg | 667
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31:41What does it take for a self-published author to turn a niche book into a best-seller—and then hand it over to a traditional publisher for its second edition? Erik Hanberg did just that with "The Little Book of Boards: A Board Member's Handbook for Small and Very Small Nonprofits". His journey offers lessons in entrepreneurship, publishing strategy…
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The Power of Saying Yes: How Curiosity Fuels Thought Leadership | Dan Ariely | 666
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24:27What if gambling with your time was the smartest investment you could make as a thought leader? Today on Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Peter Winick sits down with Dan Ariely—renowned behavioral economist, three-time New York Times bestselling author, and one of the sharpest minds in decision science. His work has influenced companies like Goo…
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What’s Holding Back Growth in Construction? | I’m the Gaffer
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1:02:42What's Holding Back Growth In Construction? | I’m the Gaffer! In this episode, host Gavin Coyle welcomes James Dunne, Managing Director - BDW Southampton at Barratt Developments plc, sharing over 18 years of leadership experience. Explore labor shortages, digital transformation, and the critical role of mental health in construction. Perfect for Co…
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Why Safe Teams Fail—and How to Lead for Real Innovation | Stephanie Chung | 665
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19:33What happens when every member of your team thinks, works, and communicates differently? Do you see chaos—or do you see opportunity? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Stephanie Chung, bestselling author of "Leading People Who Are Not Like You" and a pioneering executive in the aviation industry. Stephanie…
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Transforming Construction with Starcoz Consulting | I’m the Gaffer
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56:16In this episode, host Gavin Coyle welcomes Brendan Mullan, Founder of Starcoz Consulting, who shares transformative insights on leadership, the STARS framework, and digital integration for construction SMEs. Perfect for Construction Industry Trends. Subscribe and like to join our community, and share your thoughts below! Key Points: Insights from B…
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Leadership Secrets in Construction | I’m the Gaffer
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50:28Unlock leadership secrets in construction! In The Episode "I’m the Gaffer," host Gavin Coyle welcomes Brian Brogen, Chief Inspiration Officer at Build Consulting Services, host of The Build Your Success Podcast, and founding author at Voices for Leadership. Brian shares practical insights on leadership, culture, and personal growth in construction.…
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Why "Letting Go" Could Be Your Best Growth Strategy | Cary Prejean | 664
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31:16Are you the bottleneck in your own business? Many entrepreneurs wear every hat—CEO, sales, R&D, even accounts receivable—yet still feel stuck. Cary Prejean, founder of Strategic Business Advisors and author of three books, has spent 40 years helping business owners shift from operator to visionary leader. In this episode, we explore why entrepreneu…
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The Career Framework That Helps You Make Smarter Moves | Michael Horn | 663
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20:18What if your next career move wasn't about climbing the ladder—but making real progress toward a life of purpose? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Peter Winick sits down with Michael Horn—author, speaker, and co-founder of the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation —to explore how thought leadership can transf…
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Building a Brand in Construction | I’m the Gaffer
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49:02Master building a brand in construction! In The Episode I’m the Gaffer, host Gavin Coyle welcomes Peter Finn, Owner & Managing Director of MDS Construction Ltd, TV builder, and presenter of Constructive Voices podcast. Peter shares his journey from Room to Improve to co-presenting RTE’s Home Rescue, plus insights on branding, collaboration, and wor…
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Sustainable Business and the Power of Thought Leadership | Christopher Marquis | 662
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17:15What happens when world-class research escapes the ivory tower and takes root in the boardroom In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Christopher Marquis — Professor of Chinese Management at the University of Cambridge and author of "Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profits and Socializes Costs" — to explor…
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Waste Management Secrets in Construction | I’m the Gaffer
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52:22Unlock waste management secrets for construction! In the Episode of I’m the Gaffer, host Gavin Coyle welcomes Alasdair Meldrum, Managing Director of Albion Environmental Ltd, from Scotland. Alasdair shares 35 years of waste expertise, tackling construction waste challenges and sustainability trends. Perfect for exploring Construction Industry Trend…
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Beyond the Keynote: Building a Business Around Your Ideas | Keith Ferrazzi | 661
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29:51What if your team—not just your leaders—held the key to breakthrough performance? Today, Peter Winick sits down with long-time friend and bestselling author Keith Ferrazzi to explore why "leadership" alone isn't enough anymore. Keith's new work, "Never Lead Alone", moves beyond the individual and puts the spotlight on "teamship"—a powerful, often-o…
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