Balancing Metrics and Relationships in Construction with Sheley Brien - Brien Contracting

Sheley Brien joins the episode to discuss her journey into the construction industry, emphasizing the balance between work-life and working with a spouse. She shares insights from her corporate background, highlighting how these lessons apply to construction, particularly in team building versus revenue growth. The conversation delves into the importance of business development metrics and the challenges of KPIs, including the impact of social media. Sheley talks about coaching subcontractors, building client trust, and navigating the bidding process. She addresses the pitfalls of low bids and compares construction to other industries. Sheley also offers advice to her younger self, underscores the importance of self-care, and reflects on career changes.