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The Millennial Construction Leader Who Defies Expectations with Lucas Silva

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What does it take to lead in an industry that’s evolving faster than ever? In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Lucas Silva, a dynamic operations leader in the construction industry.

They explore what it takes to lead in one of the most demanding and rapidly evolving fields. Lucas shares his journey—from getting hands-on experience in high school to overseeing major infrastructure projects at Lucas Builders. He reveals how leadership in construction is shifting, emphasizing adaptability, trust, and fostering a culture of curiosity.

Lucas discusses key leadership lessons, including the power of listening, the importance of hiring for values over experience, and how to create a workplace where employees feel invested and motivated to stay. He also dives into the future of construction, touching on AI, sustainability, and the growing need for modernization in an industry often resistant to change.

Listeners will gain valuable insights from Lucas’s approach to leadership, including:

  • How to build trust and credibility, even as a young leader.
  • Why curiosity and adaptability are essential in a fast-changing world.
  • The secret to retaining top talent in a demanding industry.

Join us for this conversation to learn how to surface the leader within yourself—whether you're in construction or any other field where strong leadership is needed.

Connect with Lucas Silva and Lucas Builders:
Lucas Builders Website
Lucas Builders Instagram
Lucas Silva Instagram

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55 episodes

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Manage episode 471356713 series 3478867
Content provided by Marc Koehler. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Marc Koehler or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

What does it take to lead in an industry that’s evolving faster than ever? In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Lucas Silva, a dynamic operations leader in the construction industry.

They explore what it takes to lead in one of the most demanding and rapidly evolving fields. Lucas shares his journey—from getting hands-on experience in high school to overseeing major infrastructure projects at Lucas Builders. He reveals how leadership in construction is shifting, emphasizing adaptability, trust, and fostering a culture of curiosity.

Lucas discusses key leadership lessons, including the power of listening, the importance of hiring for values over experience, and how to create a workplace where employees feel invested and motivated to stay. He also dives into the future of construction, touching on AI, sustainability, and the growing need for modernization in an industry often resistant to change.

Listeners will gain valuable insights from Lucas’s approach to leadership, including:

  • How to build trust and credibility, even as a young leader.
  • Why curiosity and adaptability are essential in a fast-changing world.
  • The secret to retaining top talent in a demanding industry.

Join us for this conversation to learn how to surface the leader within yourself—whether you're in construction or any other field where strong leadership is needed.

Connect with Lucas Silva and Lucas Builders:
Lucas Builders Website
Lucas Builders Instagram
Lucas Silva Instagram

  continue reading

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