Mastering Structure Before You Scale: Insights from Odyssey Founder Mark Sheeran

In this episode, we are honored to have Mark Sheeran, founder of Odyssey Advisors, who shares his journey in the AEC industry. Mark emphasizes the importance of having a structure for decision-making and accountability. Our discussion ranges from identifying core functions within a business to delegating tasks and building a leadership team that is effectively coordinated. We explore the Greiner Curve and how it applies to managing a growing organization. Mark also shares his insights on the impact of technology on the construction industry and the importance of cybersecurity.

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Will Foret

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Justin Neagle

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Mark Sheeran

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Justin Neagle

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Chapters

0:00	Introduction to the Building Scale podcast and hosts, Justin Neagle and Will Foret
2:45	Guest Mark Sheeran's journey into the AEC industry and the inception of Odyssey Advisors
10:18	Importance of structure, identifying core functions and the role of a visionary in scaling a business
25:17	The role of an operating system in business and its key components
31:10	Impact of business size on leadership structure and the importance of technology in business operations
37:57	Emotional aspects of leadership, the role of empathy and the importance of regular meetings and accountability in business growth
44:05	Scalability of business structures and the role of different business operating systems in growth and scaling
50:30	The navy seals and army analogy for Odyssey's services; transitioning from a fractional to a full-time COO
51:08	The impact of technology on AEC businesses, including cybersecurity
54:12	Mark Sheeran's advice to his younger self and how to get in touch with him
58:04	Wrap up, reminder about the three pillars of scaling a business and information on how to book a call with Building Scale for IT and cybersecurity strategy consultation

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