In this episode, Spencer Easton announces big changes in his life and appreciation and admiration for the lean community who has had his back through some tough times over the last few weeks. From his first vehicle, an ambulance to being a recovering CMP guru, to his father who helped Spencer develop a love hate relationship with construction – Spencer puts it all out there! He is by far one of the most genuine and sincere guest we have had on the show to date.
Lean Innovation Champion – Spencer Easton
Spencer was a co-author for the book Elevating Takt Planning and dives into the book. Plus, he brings proof of the first person to document the Skilled Trades Alliance Elementary Classroom Clarity Takt metric! You do not want to miss this episode as he compares takt planning to music!
Spencer tells us about his new role as a lean innovation champion at Mortensen Construction! Find out what he is going to be doing and how advanced Mortensen is in the lean world, specifically with regards to takt (flow) planning. Especially with the addition of Spencer, they are leading the industry in takt planning.
Spencer highlights those people who made a difference in his life! You have a tune in to find out who that is! Spoiler Alert: One of his people, made him!
All this and more within this super deep episode highlighting Spencer Easton!
ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST:
The Lean Builder’s absolutely, positively NO bullshido podcast. Join Host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that are relevant to those of us who “get it”: the men and women with the dirty boots, the ones who work in the field, doing the hands-on business of construction each day. Listen in as we keep it real while stories from the trenches are shared along with lessons learned and some laughter along the way.
RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- theleanbuilder.com | Our main blog, book, resources, news & events website
- https://youtu.be/ICPsue1jJAE | What is lean? Feat. Spencer Easton
- https://takting.com/ | Takting A free Takt Software
- thisislean.com | This is Lean book Niklas Modig
GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Adam Hoots | linkedin.com/in/adam-hoots-4645519/ | podcast host for “Hoots on the Ground” and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions
- Spencer Easton | https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-easton/
SPONSORED BY:
BOSCH RefinemySite | www.bosch-refinemysite.us
Adam Hoots, Construction ACHE Solutions
Adam began his career in the construction industry as a plumber's helper and then as a red-line architect’s helper while attending the University of South Florida. Over the past 20 years, he has steadily advanced his career and has held a variety of roles within the industry. Adam has successfully completed more than $1.5 billion in pre-construction and construction services for a diverse group of industries, including: healthcare, higher education, industrial, life science, retail, and hospitality. Most projects (~$1B) were in life sciences and high-tech laboratory construction for clients. A highly technical builder, Adam excels in efficiency, action, visual communication, and continuous improvement using Lean principles. He serves on several community boards, including Skilled Trades Alliance (www.skilledtradesalliance.net), kidSney (www.kidSney.org), National Kidney Foundation (www.nkf.org), RECAB (Regional Education Center for Advisory Board - Greenville, SC) and SC Career Kids (www.sccareerkids.com). Adam is proud to continue his service to the construction industry through his coaching business Construction ACHE Solutions.
