by Eric Anderton
Thomas Edison said, "Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration." This show interviews hard-working construction company owners and executives who share their wisdom, perspectives, and lessons learned from decades of experience bidding, planning, and building profitable projects. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, conflict resolution, niche identification, succession planning, talent management, business development, and business growth. Industry expert, Eric Anderton also shares his insights about how construction company owners can increase project profit by improving communication, running productive meetings, and attracting, developing, and retaining talented leaders. Tune in each week and get practical inspiration for how to build people, projects, and profits. "I know of no genius but the genius of hard work." John Ruskin
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April 22, 2025
<p dir="ltr">This episode offers a practical roadmap for leaders aiming to integrate AI while enhancing judgment, collaboration, and decision-making in construction!</p> <p dir="ltr">Luca Dellanna, a management advisor and bestselling author, discusses the real-world applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the construction industry. Luca emphasizes how AI can streamline operations by reducing errors, minimizing rework, and improving planning efficiency. The discussion explores using general-purpose AI tools like ChatGPT, with Luca advocating their accessibility and value for key personnel involved in project planning and proposal development.</p> <p dir="ltr">Furthermore, Luca delves into AI's role in enhancing clarity, acting as a "sounding board" for ideas, and helping with pre-mortem analysis to anticipate project failures. Luca shares strategies for crafting effective AI prompts, drawing parallels between prompt engineering and team delegation. He also tackles privacy concerns and advises trusting reputable vendors and anonymizing sensitive data.</p> <p dir="ltr">The conversation rounds out with insights on using AI for negotiation prep, meeting summaries, and internal documentation, stressing the importance of human oversight. Looking ahead, Luca underscores the need for companies to future-proof their workforce by developing AI literacy and sharing best practices. </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>HIGHLIGHTS</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">[02:07] Integrating AI in Construction</p> <p dir="ltr">[04:56] Identifying Key Areas for AI Integration</p> <p dir="ltr">[06:42] Creating Effective AI Prompts </p> <p dir="ltr">[12:15] Addressing Privacy Concerns with AI </p> <p dir="ltr">[14:04] Using AI for Pre-Mortem Analysis </p> <p dir="ltr">[16:52] AI's Role in Replacing Workers vs. Improving Judgment </p> <p dir="ltr">[23:25] Future-Proofing Workforce with AI Skills </p> <p dir="ltr">[25:45] AI in Negotiation and Meeting Summaries</p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>KEY TAKEAWAYS</strong></p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Leverage tools like ChatGPT to reduce blind spots and improve clarity in job planning and bid writing.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Write detailed prompts with clear goals and success metrics to get more useful AI responses.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Ask AI to simulate project failures and identify risks before starting.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Use AI to draft meeting notes, then review for accuracy and add key details.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Teach staff to prompt effectively and share AI best practices across your company to future-proof your workforce.</p> </li> </ol> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>RESOURCES:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Luca Dellanna:</p> <p dir="ltr">Luca on X: <a href="https://x.com/DellAnnaLuca" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@DellAnnaLuca</a></p> <p dir="ltr">LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/dellannaluca/">linkedin.com/in/dellannaluca/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Website: <a href= "https://luca-dellanna.com/">luca-dellanna.com/</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Mentioned in the episode:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The simpler way to get your team to use AI: <a href= "https://luca-dellanna.com/posts/ai-faster-adoption">luca-dellanna.com/posts/ai-faster-adoption</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Never Split the Difference: <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-Negotiating-Depended/dp/0062407805"> amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-Negotiating-Depended</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Restaurant Recommendation: <a href= "http://lnx.plinetajarin.it/">http://lnx.plinetajarin.it/</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Resources to Help You Win in Construction</h3> <p dir="ltr">📖 Construction Genius Book – No B.S., practical, hands-on leadership, strategy, sales, and marketing advice for construction companies. Click this link to buy the book on Amazon: <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Genius-Effective-Hands-Leadership/dp/B0BHTRDY1T/">https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Genius-Effective-Hands-Leadership/dp/B0BHTRDY1T/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">🎯 The Shift: Move from Project Builder to People Leader – Master the leadership skills you need to succeed in construction. Click this link to learn more and enroll: <a href= "https://theshift.constructiongenius.com/">https://theshift.constructiongenius.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr">☎️ Book a 10-Minute Call with Eric Anderton – If you want to discuss how I can help you coach your leaders, let’s connect. Book a 10-minute conversation here: <a href= "https://10minutes.youcanbook.me/">https://10minutes.youcanbook.me</a></p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-12a95697-7fff-16c4-2107-ccdb62b7cbbf"><br /> 🎧 Subscribe & Share<br /> If this episode hit home, share it with your sales team. 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