Construction Genius
Construction Genius
Eric Anderton
From Builder to Leader: The Hardest Shift in Construction
47 minutes Posted Jan 27, 2026 at 11:00 am.
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The hardest transition in construction isn't technical—it's moving from building projects to leading people.

In this episode, Eric Anderton talks with leadership expert Joel M. Hilchey about why so many construction leaders struggle once their hands come off the tools. They explore career development conversations, micro-feedback, why high performers leave first, and the subtle leadership habits that quietly drain initiative and ownership.

If you've ever felt guilty because your boots aren't muddy anymore—or caught yourself jumping back into the work "just to help"—this episode will hit home.

🎧 Practical. Honest. No fluff.

📘 Book: https://www.amazon.com/half-Habits-Highly-Defective-Bosses/dp/1069639508/
🧠 Free Assessment: https://www.joelhilchey.com/bossessment.html