What The New Breed Of AEC Industry Leaders Need To Know From The Veterans with Pat Whelan

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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.

What The New Breed Of AEC Industry Leaders Need To Know From The Veterans with Pat Whelan

E27 • May 24, 2022 • 63 mins

In this episode, we’ve got Pat Whelan sharing years-worth of nuggets to help the New Breed of AEC Industry Leaders make the most informed and educated business decisions that will transcend generational barriers. Pat is a serial entrepreneur – ran a successful general contracting company for 18 years before establishing paskr, a web-based construction software for streamlining and automating the construction building process. Pat has gracefully made his exit from both firms after 18 years (each), with a hefty sum of best practices in tow – everything the future leaders of AEC need to know to scale their businesses through the path of least resistance.

Key Points

Successful AEC business leaders must embrace technology to stay efficient and competitive, as it provides the opportunity to repurpose staff towards improving weak spots in the business rather than eliminating positions.
Setting realistic expectations for business growth and success is crucial, as aiming for unattainable goals can lead to feelings of failure and potentially quitting prematurely.
Understanding the difference between lifestyle and business contractors can guide AEC leaders on choosing the right technology solutions that align with their operational needs and future business goals.

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Website: www.paskr.com/

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Website: IT Support and Services

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spot-migration

Facebook: Spot Migration

Youtube: Spot Migration

Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/

Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/

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Speakers

Will Foret

Host • 12%

Justin Neagle

Host • 15%

Pat Whelan

Guest • 73%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction and Guest Introduction: Pat Whelan
3:46	The Role of Technology in Scaling Businesses and Overcoming Resistance
13:59	Generational Differences in Hiring and Adapting to Needs
18:16	Efficiency in Business: "One Hat, One Seat" Concept and Hiring for Potential vs Experience
24:13	The Impact of Hiring a Competent Controller and Understanding Opportunity Costs
27:26	The True Cost of Paperwork and Administrative Inefficiency
33:18	Overcoming Resistance to Technology in Construction and Adapting to Changes
37:22	Achieving Better Days with Technology: Viewing Technology as an Asset vs a Cost
44:01	Inefficiency of Bidding Process in Construction and the Importance of Choosing the Right Software
57:09	Advice to Younger Self and the Importance of Setting Realistic Expectations in Business
1:01:26	Discussing Future Plans and Final Thoughts
1:02:47	Closing Remarks and Invitation for Potential Podcast Guests

Transcript

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