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Oct 2023
43m 46s

Building Blocks & Stumbling Stones: The ...

Eric Anderton
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Building blocks shape the foundation of a construction company while stumbling stones reveal the path to success. In this episode, our guest is Oliver Fernandez, a construction company owner that has completed over $100M worth of construction projects. Oliver discusses the building blocks and stumbling stones of running a construction company. He shares his story, of how his parents shaped his path into the construction industry. He shares the exhilarating highs and daunting lows he encountered while building his own construction company, shedding light on the pivotal moments that molded his business. With his transition from a subcontractor to a general contractor, Oliver shares the strategic decision-making and the secrets behind his company's success. He shares the key takeaways he had during his journey from 20 million to hundred million in revenue. Moreover, Oliver also shares his biggest failures and losses in construction, and how it led him to understand what constructs a thriving construction company. Tune in now and learn the keys to a flourishing construction business!

 

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