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Labor “Shortage” Lies, Staying Lean, 2026 Predictions w/ Manny Neves
Only a small percentage of podcasts hit 50 episodes — and we’re celebrating Episode 50 with one of the biggest voices in Canadian construction media: Manny Neves.We ge...
Construction Slowdown, Pivoting Your Business, Winning More Work in 2026
Toronto’s condo market just cratered — and the ripple effect is already hitting trades. In this episode, Kosta, Johny, and Charlie break down what the construction slo...
EMERGENCY EPISODE: LMIA Abuse, Illegal Crews & The Threat to Canadian Trades
This is an emergency broadcast for every contractor, tradesperson, and construction business owner in Canada. A shocking story is spreading across job sites — and it's...
Hard Work, Character & No Excuses — The Exceptional Carpentry Story
This week, we sit down with Lincoln Phelps, owner of Exceptional Carpentry in Edmonton, Alberta — a one-man powerhouse pulling in numbers most crews can’t match. Linco...
From Teaching to Trades: Building a Thriving Renovation Business w/ AMJ Custom Renovations
What makes someone walk away from a stable career path to build something real with their hands? In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, we sit down with Michae...
The Truth About the Skilled Labor “Shortage,” AI Hiring & the Future of Construction
Everyone’s talking about a skilled labor shortage — but what if it’s not real? In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, Kosta, Johny, and Charlie sit down with M...
From Tools to Systems, Contracts, and AI: Lessons from Highland Electric
In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, we sit down with Ben Bruce, owner of Highland Electric in Winnipeg. Ben shares how he built a lean, efficient electrical...
Building a 30-Tech Empire, Water Wellness, and Systems That Scale w/ Alessandro Cernuto
In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, we sit down with Alessandro Cernuto, founder of Sorso Wellness Water — a fast-growing company that scaled from an idea t...
From Trenches to the Top: The AquaSTOP Story w/ Antonio
In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast, the boys sit down with Antonio from AquaSTOP Waterproofing & Construction — a powerhouse contractor from the GTA who’s b...
How Elite Contractors Scale: Profit, Delegation & the ADHD Advantage w/ John MacDonald
If you run a trades business and feel “busy” but not truly profitable, this episode is your playbook. Contractor coach John MacDonald (Integrity Corporate Solutions) j...
Re-Engage Old Leads and Close More Jobs w/ Andrew Killian
In Episode 40 of The Deconstruction Podcast, the guys sit down with Andrew Killian, founder of Homestead Hot Leads. Andrew shares how his pay-for-performance model is ...
Buy Now Pay Later for Contractors, $3M “Modular Homes” & Old-School Sales That Still Work
In this episode of The Deconstruction Podcast (Ep. 39), the guys dig into two major topics shaping construction today. First, we break down Jobtable’s latest features—...
“Canada’s ‘Labor Shortage’ Is 100% Bullsh*t" w/ Manny Neves
In this episode of the Deconstruction Podcast, Kosta, Johny, and Charlie sit down with Manny Neves—host of The Construction Life Podcast and one of the most outspoken ...
7 Proven Ways Contractors Can Get Paid Faster (and Fix Cash Flow)
Cash flow is one of the biggest challenges in construction—but it doesn’t have to be. This episode dives into 7 proven strategies that help contractors get paid faster...
10 Insanely Powerful Ways Construction Contractors Are Using AI to Crush the Competition
In this episode of the Deconstruction Podcast, Kosta and Johny reveal 10 insanely powerful ways contractors are using ChatGPT to crush the competition. From 3D renderi...
Closing More Jobs, Building Client Trust, Scaling With Simple Systems
In this episode of the Deconstruction Podcast, we break down what really drives sales success in construction — from the first handshake to the final invoice. Whether ...
Can Construction Company Owners Work Remotely?
Can construction company owners really work remotely? In this episode of the Deconstruction Podcast, the hosts tackle that very question—and the answer might surprise ...
Choosing the Right Construction Software, Blue Collar Is the New White Collar, Rethinking Education
In this episode, the hosts dive into how the construction industry is evolving and why picking the right construction software can make or break your business. They hi...
Outdated Workflows, Education Gaps, Embracing Tech in Construction
In this eye-opening episode, the hosts dive into the everyday inefficiencies slowing down contractors—outdated workflows, clunky manual processes, and the fear of swit...
Modular Home Boom, Project Abandonment Crisis, Networking Your Way to Growth
In this episode, we dig into the rise of modular homes and how they're disrupting traditional construction—faster builds, better quality, and a real solution to the ho...