In this enlightening podcast episode, The Power of Relationships, Adam Hoots engages in a captivating conversation with Sam Dixon, project executive with Omega Construction. Sam’s journey through the world of construction is not just about erecting buildings, it’s about embodying unwavering integrity and living by the values instilled in him from a young age. Drawing inspiration from his father’s teachings, Sam emphasizes the significance of credibility and accountability, sharing valuable insights into the “Three Fs” principle – Foul up (or another adjective!), Fix it, and then Forget about it!
The Power of Relationships
Beyond the realm of construction, Sam delves into his passion for golf, highlighting the sport’s resonance with life itself – an individual journey guided by rules, self-improvement, and personal responsibility. Transitioning to his recent venture at Omega Construction, Sam opens up about the challenges and rewards of establishing a new office, underscoring the importance of building trust and nurturing relationships in the process.
Sam’s humility shines through as he addresses the balance between self-righteousness and pride in one’s accomplishments. He shares candidly about the necessity of acknowledging and celebrating successes — both personal and collaborative — while staying grounded and focused on delivering excellence. Reflecting on memorable projects, Sam showcases the vital role of communication and trust in project management, highlighting the need to uphold quality craftsmanship.
Throughout the episode, The Power of Relationships, Sam’s profound understanding of the construction industry’s core values and his commitment to fostering strong relationships resonate deeply. His wisdom serves as a guiding light for professionals seeking to elevate their own journey in construction, focusing on not just constructing buildings, but constructing a legacy of trust, integrity, and excellence.
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
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
- Sam Dixon | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-dixon-27b2864/ | Project Executive with Omega Construction, Inc.
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.
