Setting the Conditions for Success

The contractors that will continue to grow profitably in the future are those that master talent development.

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Leaders must (1) setup the conditions for success with their team and (2) lead by example when it comes to their own development.  

Quote: No matter what you do in life, it's either reps or mileage. Book: Total Recall by Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Setting the Conditions for Success:


Selected Practice Related Posts - Are You Leading by Example?

Everything is too complex until you practice enough 

Developing GRIT!

Discipline vs. Motivation

Preparing to Win

Closing the Knowledge Gap:

Providing “GPS” Feedback

Continuous Improvement 


  1. Look at your strategy  
  2. Look at your organizational structure  
  3. Identify your talent gaps  
  4. Prioritize and execute

Learn more about how we approach talent development for contractors 




Eric Hoffer - "Learners Inherit the Earth"
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Top Talent - Who Are Your Top 10%?
Contractors are all highly leveraged around their top talent. Here’s a great exercise with your executive team:
Technology: The K-Shaped Accelerator
Choosing the right technology—including construction tools, equipment, materials, methods, and software systems—requires understanding the baseline capabilities of the people who will ultimately use it.