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Jul 8
21m 15s

The Robots Aren’t Coming—They’re Already...

Eric Anderton
About this episode

From the office to the job sites, AI is rapidly changing the construction industry just as any other. The newly developed AI tools currently available can help you to process data from variety of sources, providing you with insights to make smart decisions. One crucial piece of information everyone should remember is that AI is not magic; it needs to be provided with clean, accurate information and skilled prompting to deliver a decent output. Leaders can’t just adopt AI; they must experiment, learn, and lead by example. Whether you’re planning on using generative AI to think through problems and gather information or agentic AI to automate tasks, having a deep understanding of tools like these will be of immense help to the future of construction. 

In this week’s solo episode, Eric discusses how leading multi-billion-dollar companies like Amazon are way ahead of the game by using AI. He reads us the message from Amazon CEO Andy Jassy to their employees about Amazon’s extensive use of AI. Eric dives into the following topics regarding the AI adoption in construction throughout the discussion: the importance of understanding the right kind of tool for the right kind of task, the distinction between generative AI and agentic AI, challenges in AI implementation, the importance of leading by example, practical steps for AI adoption, working with the right people with the right mindset, and more. 

HIGHLIGHTS

[02:50] Understanding the right kind of tool for the right kind of task. 

[07:04] The distinction between multimodal AI and agentic AI. 

[09:22] Build, outsource, or a combination of AI models and agents. 

[10:20] Challenges in AI implementation.

[11:43] Leading by example. 

[13:41] Practical steps for AI adoption. 

[18:10] Find and work with the people who want to be open about adopting AI.

 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  1. Understand what your tools can and cannot provide.

  2. Know the difference between a multimodal AI and an agentic AI. 

  3. Go ahead by getting curious. Learn how to use or build the right AI agent now. 

  4. Regularly check the quality of the data you’re generating. 

  5. Take small steps, learn what works, and grow from there.

  6. Get hands-on with AI tools and learn how to give them clear, focused instructions. 

 

RESOURCES

 

Message from CEO Andy Jassy: Some thoughts on Generative AI

aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-on-generative-ai 

 

Construction Genius Podcast Episodes on AI: 

AI Without the B.S.: Sharpen Proposals, Cut Rework, Win More Work:
https://www.constructiongenius.com/ai-without-the-b.s.-sharpen-proposals-cut-rework-win-more-work-fast-ep-327

When Information is Free, Vision is Priceless—AI and the Future of Construction Leadership
https://www.constructiongenius.com/when-information-is-free-vision-is-priceless-ai-and-the-future-of-construction-leadership-ep-321

From Bad Plans to Brilliant Builds: Practical Applications of AI in Construction
https://www.constructiongenius.com/from-bad-plans-to-brilliant-builds-practical-applications-of-ai-in-construction-ep-331

 

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Resources to Help You Win in Construction

📖 Construction Genius Book – No B.S., practical, hands-on leadership, strategy, sales, and marketing advice for construction companies. Click this link to buy the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Genius-Effective-Hands-Leadership/dp/B0BHTRDY1T/

🎯 The Shift: Move from Project Builder to People Leader – Master the leadership skills you need to succeed in construction. Click this link to learn more and enroll: https://theshift.constructiongenius.com

☎️ Book a 10-Minute Call with Eric Anderton – If you want to discuss how I can help you coach your leaders, let’s connect. Book a 10-minute conversation here: https://10minutes.youcanbook.me


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