Kendall, founder of Build Better Ways, joins Daniel Paterson on the Leaders in Construction Podcast to share how she’s helping construction companies streamline operations, build better systems, and use technology that actually works. With 18 years in the field and leadership at one of Houston’s largest GCs, Kendall explains how the right SOPs, tech tools, and scheduling systems can transform chaos into scalable growth. This episode is a must-watch for any builder, contractor, or construction leader looking to simplify operations and grow sustainably.

Join Kendall Pouland, founder of Build Better Ways, as she shares how her team helps construction professionals streamline operations, solve everyday challenges, and focus on what they do best. Discover smarter, more efficient ways to build and lead in today’s construction industry.

Brad Leavitt interviews Kendall Pouland, President of Build Better Ways, about her journey from general contractor to consultant, focusing on improving construction businesses through strategic systems and people development. Kendall shares insights on onboarding, professional growth, company culture, and the importance of investing in employees to drive organizational success.

Bradley is joined by President and Founder of Build Better Ways, Kendall Pouland. They discuss how to effectively manage change in an organization and whether one generation is more acceptable to change than another. Kendall also recalls her difficult decision leaving her successful career to form her own company, Build Better Ways.

In this conversation, Suman Cherry, CEO of Cherry Talent Group, and Kendall Pouland, President of Build Better Ways, discuss the importance of building effective teams and organizational culture. They explore the challenges leaders face in creating a safe and productive work environment, the significance of having standards and SOPs, and the role of leadership in employee engagement. The discussion emphasizes the need for intentional culture, effective onboarding, and the connection between investing in people and business profitability.

Just dropped a new podcast episode with Mason Brady and Built to Scale. We discussed one of my favorite topics: How to build the systems and talent strategies that let your construction business execute at a high level without you being in the middle of everything. I always enjoy these kinds of conversations because they’re real and grounded in what teams are actually dealing with day to day. If you’re in construction operations, I think you’ll relate. Links below, depending on where you listen: YouTube: https://youtu.be/zhZ7YQLXlcQ Spotify: sptfy.in/9tzn Apple Music: https://tinyurl.com/3frn2y8a

Excited to finally share this. A first look at the book and the thinking behind it. Built from years of real projects, real challenges, and lessons learned along the way. More to come soon.

As we head into 2026, this isn’t about setting more goals for the sake of it.It’s about slowing down long enough to ask better questions. 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧. 𝐈𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲. 🎯 Stop. Start. Continue. Wishing everyone a thoughtful, focused start to 2026. Here’s to building better ways — on purpose. #Leadership #NewYearReflection #BuildBetterWays #IntentionalGrowth #2026

Bad scheduling doesn’t just cost you time—it costs you money, reputation, and your team’s sanity. In this video, Kendall Pouland (President of Build Better Ways, Texas A&M instructor, and 20+ year industry veteran) shares how our Project Scheduling Training Workshop helps general contractors and subcontractors turn scheduling from a headache into a competitive advantage. You’ll learn how this hands-on training empowers your team to: ✅ Build and manage realistic project baselines ✅ See the impact of delays on the critical path in real time ✅ Develop recovery strategies before problems explode ✅ Align everyone—from leadership to the field—on the “why” behind the schedule Every company runs differently, so the workshop is customized to your practices and programs. The result? Stronger projects, happier clients, and more profitable jobs. Don’t let another project slip behind because of bad scheduling. Give your team the tools to win. #ConstructionTraining #ProjectScheduling #BuildBetterWays