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Freedom Forge Coaching Workshops
My Approach to Workshops
At the core of my workshops is one belief: real growth happens when we combine insight with action. I design every session to be practical, engaging, and tailored to the realities of the construction and design industries. With over 25 years in the field, I bring firsthand experience and a deep understanding of the challenges contractors, engineers, and executives face daily.
Here’s how I approach workshops:
1. Grounded in Real-World Experience
Every workshop is built on lessons from the job site, the boardroom, and the bid table. Whether we’re talking about leadership, constructability, or cost efficiency, my sessions are rooted in real scenarios, not theories. I bring both the contractor's and coach's perspective to the room.
2. Hands-On, Not Just Hands-Up
Workshops are interactive by design. Whether it’s a site visit, peer discussion, or group exercise, participants are encouraged to actively engage, question, and apply what they learn in real time. It’s not a lecture, it’s a working session.
3. Built Around Candid Conversation
I create space for honest dialogue, between engineers and contractors, between business owners and their peers, and even within teams. The tough questions get asked, and the right conversations happen. This is where breakthrough thinking starts.
4. Focused on Application and Action
We don’t just talk about problems, we solve them. Every session includes actionable takeaways, whether that’s a new process, a change in mindset, or a collaborative strategy. I help participants walk away with clear next steps and renewed clarity.
5. Collaborative Learning Environment
Workshops are designed to build relationships. Whether it's peer groups or cross-functional teams, I believe in the power of learning from one another. These are shared experiences that create long-lasting professional connections and elevate everyone in the room.
Bridging the Gap between Design and Construction
This workshop is designed to help civil engineers bridge the critical gap between design teams, contractors, and municipalities through an immersive, hands-on learning experience. Participants engage directly with active construction sites to observe real-world conditions, constraints, and constructability challenges that often aren’t visible on paper. The workshop culminates in collaborative pre-bid design review sessions, where lessons learned from the field are applied to improve future plans.
The goal is simple: to move engineers beyond the blueprint, equipping them to design with a deeper understanding of logistics, phasing, existing infrastructure, and real-world site conditions. By experiencing the construction environment firsthand, engineers can develop more practical and efficient designs, reducing RFIs, change orders, and costly rework.
Led by a coach with 25 years of construction industry experience, this workshop fosters collaboration and communication among engineers, contractors, and municipal leaders. Key topics include traffic control, grading, utilities, structures, paving, staging logistics, and site restoration. The agenda features:
- Safety briefings and field orientations
- Guided site walkthroughs with contractors
- Hands-on trade experience and tool demonstrations
- Interactive design reviews and problem-solving sessions
- Post-workshop SWOT analysis to apply lessons to participants’ current projects
This is more than a workshop, it’s a shift in mindset. Participants leave with the tools and perspective needed to design smarter, build stronger, and collaborate better, ultimately delivering more successful infrastructure projects and strengthening relationships across all stakeholders.
The 5% Challenge: Save Smarter. Build Better
The 5% Challenge is a practical, results-driven workshop designed for construction business owners, project managers, superintendents, and foremen looking to improve efficiency and reduce costs. The mission is clear: uncover small, strategic changes that can cut labor, material, and equipment costs by at least 5%—without sacrificing quality, safety, or performance.
With over 25 years in the construction industry, I bring real-world experience and proven strategies to the table. This workshop focuses on identifying waste, improving field operations, and giving teams tools they can use immediately.
Attendees will explore:
- Where money is commonly lost on projects—and how to stop it.
- How to reduce downtime and increase labor productivity.
- Material handling and delivery strategies that prevent waste.
- Equipment utilization best practices to avoid underuse and inefficiencies.
- Simple communication habits that reduce rework and misunderstandings.
The format is interactive and actionable, using real-world examples, case studies, and group exercises to help participants connect the dots between what’s happening on-site and what’s impacting the bottom line. You’ll leave with a customized 5% action plan you can start using on your very next project.
This workshop is for construction leaders who are:
- Tired of inefficiencies draining profit.
- Looking for clear, implementable solutions.
- Ready to challenge “the way we’ve always done it.”
Whether your company is doing $2 million or $50 million in revenue, the 5% Challenge delivers scalable solutions that produce real results. Because in construction, consistent small improvements lead to long-term success.
The Tee Box Series for Business
The Tee Box Series: Driving Business Forward One Swing at a Time
The Tee Box Series is a powerful 6-part workshop that uses the game of golf as a metaphor to teach construction professionals key lessons in leadership, strategy, and business growth. Each session draws parallels between the course and the company, helping owners, executives, and teams better understand the decisions that impact performance, profitability, and long-term success.
- The Tee Box – Igniting Your Inner Drive to Succeed
Every great round starts with a powerful first swing. This session explores the intrinsic motivation behind why we lead, build, and grow, helping participants define purpose, align vision, and set the tone for success.
- Choosing the Right Club – Why the Wrong Tools Are Costing You Money
The tools you choose determine the outcome. From people to processes to software, this session dives into how misaligned resources and outdated tools are dragging down performance, and what to do about it.
- Quit Driving the Cart – Start Steering the Business, Not Just Riding Along
Stop being reactive and start leading with intention. This workshop challenges participants to step out of the day-to-day grind and embrace a strategic mindset that focuses on working on the business, not just in it.
- The Power of Your Short Game – How Small Wins Lead to Big Results
It’s not just about big drives, it’s the short game that finishes the hole. Learn how consistent, incremental improvements in operations, leadership, and communication create long-term momentum.
- The Green Approach – Closing the Gap Between Potential and Performance
Many businesses stall right before the finish line. This session focuses on execution, follow-through, and closing, ensuring great ideas actually lead to great results.
- Analyzing the Green – Reading the Market Like a Pro in a Shifting Landscape
To stay competitive, you need to read the course. Learn how to analyze your market, anticipate change, and position your business for what’s next.
More Workshops
Client Experience
The Client Experience Workshop is designed to help construction professionals elevate how they serve and engage clients throughout every phase of a project. From first contact to final closeout, this session focuses on building trust, improving communication, and delivering value that goes beyond the contract. Participants will explore the key touchpoints that shape a client’s perception and learn how to proactively manage expectations, resolve issues, and create loyalty through consistent, professional service. Ideal for project managers, sales teams, and executives, this workshop equips your team to turn satisfied clients into long-term partners and powerful referral sources
Productivity and Efficiency
The Productivity and Efficiency Workshop is a hands-on session designed for construction leaders, project managers, and field teams who want to build smarter, faster, and more profitably. This workshop dives into the root causes of lost time, miscommunication, and wasted resources on construction projects. Participants will explore best practices in scheduling, task prioritization, lean construction, and crew coordination. Through real-world examples and practical tools, attendees learn how to streamline workflows, minimize downtime, and boost output without burning out their teams. The result? More predictable projects, higher margins, and a more engaged workforce committed to operational excellence.
Estimating and Job Costing
The Estimating and Job Costing Workshop equips construction professionals with the tools and strategies needed to bid accurately, track costs effectively, and protect profit margins. Designed for owners, estimators, and project managers, this session covers the full lifecycle—from pre-bid planning and scope clarity to real-time cost tracking and post-job analysis. Participants learn how to identify risk, avoid scope creep, and ensure alignment between estimating and field execution. With real-world examples and practical templates, this workshop helps teams build more predictably, reduce financial surprises, and make smarter, data-driven decisions that improve profitability across every project.
Work/Life Balance in Construction
The Work/Life Balance in Construction Workshop addresses one of the industry's biggest challenges, burnout. Designed for business owners, executives, and field leaders, this workshop helps participants take control of their time, energy, and priorities. Through guided reflection, practical strategies, and peer discussion, attendees learn how to set boundaries, manage stress, and create sustainable routines that support both professional success and personal well-being. This isn’t about working less, it’s about working smarter and living better. When leaders model balance, they build healthier teams, stronger cultures, and more resilient businesses. Because in construction, life and leadership are built one day at a time.
Networking Strategies in Construction
The Networking Strategies in Construction Workshop is designed to help construction professionals build meaningful industry connections that lead to new opportunities, trusted partnerships, and long-term growth. This session goes beyond business cards and handshakes, focusing on how to build authentic relationships, leverage peer networks, and create a strong personal brand in a competitive market. Participants learn practical strategies for connecting with clients, vendors, and industry peers through intentional outreach, follow-up techniques, and value-driven communication. Ideal for owners, business developers, and project leaders, this workshop empowers attendees to grow their influence and unlock the power of relationships in driving business success.
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