In this episode, Jason Schroeder shares a simple "secret" that prevents a ton of workplace (and relationship) conflict: if two people are doing the same things, they'll step on each other's toes—and contention is guaranteed. He ties that lesson to real examples from project teams, business partnerships, and home life, then connects it to a key Lean idea: when multiple people are responsible for something, it often doesn't happen—so clear ownership and clear role boundaries matter.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why overlapping responsibilities create friction, frustration, and constant conflict.
• How to define clear work assignments while still staying "shared-responsibility" as a team.
• Why PM/Super pairs (and leadership partners) fight when they're both trying to run the same lane.
• The Lean takeaway: one clear owner is often the difference between "done" and "never happens".
• A practical mindset shift to reduce drama and increase production: clarify roles before you escalate emotions.

Where are you "stepping on toes" right now and what would change if you clearly owned separate lanes?

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Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this episode, Jason Schroeder unpacks the real tension between high, medium, and low performers—and why those groups often clash even when nobody is trying to be "mean." He shares a story from inside his own organization, explains how high performers experience a real human need when they're paired with someone moving at a different standard, and why resentment and criticism often come from how people feel around excellence.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why high performers and mid/low performers often can't "mesh" without alignment.
• How different work standards trigger real emotional reactions—and why that's normal.
• Why blame and criticism can be a defense mechanism when people feel "not enough".
• When "segregation" (separating roles/teams) is a flow decision, not a moral statement.
• What leaders can do: train, align direction, or reset the system so performance expectations are clear.

Where in your team do you need better alignment and training—so high performers aren't carrying frustration, and others aren't stuck feeling defeated?

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this episode, Jason Schroeder responds to a listener asking for a practical, step-by-step way to implement Lean on real projects. Jason explains the six-part structure of his new "Elevating Construction the Lean Way" series, then shares his bigger vision: recording real jobsite, step-by-step "how-to" training—from primary control and site setup to meeting systems—so teams can see exactly what "Lean in the field" looks like. He also makes the point that Lean only works when leadership is truly aligned and willing to go all in, together.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• The 6-part framework Jason uses to define Lean in construction.
• Why "how-to" Lean requires real projects, real crews, and real documentation — not theory.
• What a step-by-step jobsite video series could cover (from control points to site setup and signage).
• Why Lean implementation needs leadership alignment and authority—not side efforts.
• How Jason is building tools, content, and opportunities to showcase Lean at the GC and trade partner level.

If you wanted to build Lean "for real" on your site, what would you start documenting and standardizing first?

If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels:

· Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg

· LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt

· LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured

· LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw