Are you building a leadership legacy—or risking your credibility one decision at a time?

In episode 488, we examine what construction leaders can learn from the complete credibility collapse of NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Through the lens of a century-old story involving telegraphs, horse racing, and mafia control, we explore how short-term incentives can quietly erode long-term trust, even for the most well-intentioned leaders.

In this episode you will:

• Understand the 4 components of credibility every leader must master: honesty, competence, inspiration, and being forward-looking.
• Learn how perverse incentives—even if profitable in the short term—can destroy team trust and long-term cultural integrity.
• Evaluate your own leadership style through a powerful breakdown of real-time failure and timeless leadership wisdom.

Hit play now to discover why credibility is your most valuable leadership asset—and how to protect it before it's gone.

Learn more about Bradley Hartmann's Sales Fundamentals Workshop here.

The Construction Leadership Podcast dives into essential leadership topics in construction, including strategy, emotional intelligence, communication skills, confidence, innovation, and effective decision-making. You'll also gain insights into delegation, cultural intelligence, goal setting, team building, employee engagement, and how to overcome common culture problems. Whether you're leading a crew or managing an entire organization, these conversations will equip you with tools to lead smarter and build stronger teams.

This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days.

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If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback will help us on our mission to bring the construction community closer together.

If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

Have you ever felt that the daily chaos of running your business has blinded you to the bigger picture? Are you watching other leaders struggle to extract themselves from working IN the business, instead of ON it?

In this deeply personal and practical episode, Bradley Hartmann reveals the hidden leadership cost of being stuck in "whiteout conditions"—when the constant fires, deadlines, and endless demands cloud your vision.

Whether you're an executive dealing with growth, silos, or burnout, this episode sheds light on a simple but powerful truth: the busier you are, the more critical it is to zoom out.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how stepping back—even briefly—can bring the clarity needed to make better decisions.
• Discover the key difference between working in the business versus on the business, and why that matters more as your company grows.
• Hear the powerful story of how one spontaneous trip changed the trajectory of a young man's future—and what it teaches us about leadership, generosity, and focus.

Hit play now to uncover how pulling yourself out of the daily storm can unlock clarity, creativity, and long-term success for your business.

This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days.

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If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback will help us on our mission to bring the construction community closer together.

If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.

Are you avoiding AI because you're too busy—or because you don't want to confront what you don't understand?

In this episode, host Bradley Hartmann tackles resistance to AI adoption in the construction industry head-on, using the timeless wisdom of Charlie Munger to reveal the dangers of staying uninformed.

Whether you're skeptical, curious, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge how you lead in a rapidly changing tech landscape.

In this episode you will:

• Understand the real risk of letting competitors outpace you with AI adoption
• Learn why forming an opinion on AI is a leadership responsibility, not a tech task
• Discover how timeless investing wisdom from Munger and Buffett applies to construction strategy today

Listen now to learn how construction leaders can build tech fluency, lead with confidence, and stay competitive in the AI age.

This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days.

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If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback will help us on our mission to bring the construction community closer together.

If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.