Compete On Value, Not Price
Fri Jan 30 2026
In this episode of The Friday Habit, host Mark Labriola II interviews Chad Prinkey, founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting. They discuss Chad's journey from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, the challenges of building a scalable business, and the importance of leadership and culture in driving growth. Chad shares insights on competing on value rather than price, the mindset shifts necessary for long-term success, and key systems that can help construction businesses thrive. The conversation concludes with actionable takeaways for listeners looking to improve their own businesses.
🧠 Takeaways:
Chad Prinkey emphasizes the importance of building a strong company culture.Growth can expose underlying issues in a business.Leadership development is crucial for scaling a company.Competing on value rather than price is essential for profitability.Business owners should prioritize investing in their own companies.Mindset shifts are necessary for long-term success.Creating a three-year organizational chart can guide business growth.Understanding financial health is critical before strategic planning.Building a team of leaders at all levels is vital for success.Continuous improvement and reinvestment in the business are key to sustainability.
Resources & Links:Connect with Chad!Website: www.wellbuiltconsulting.comDownload the free Friday Habit Guide: https://thefridayhabit.com
00:37 Welcome To The Friday Habit01:24 Meet Chad Prinkey03:03 Delicious Crabs06:28 Chad's Background08:13 Company Growth 09:59 Leaving Something Good For Something Better14:46 The Difficulties Of Leaving Something Good 16:13 How Chad Helped A Company Grow From 300 to 3,000 Employees18:31 Building Leaders That Scale 24:49 Advice For Leaders Playing The Long Game29:47 When Should You Bring New Leaders?32:46 Chad's Book WellBuilt40:06 Take Action42:13 Outro
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In this episode of The Friday Habit, host Mark Labriola II interviews Chad Prinkey, founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting. They discuss Chad's journey from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, the challenges of building a scalable business, and the importance of leadership and culture in driving growth. Chad shares insights on competing on value rather than price, the mindset shifts necessary for long-term success, and key systems that can help construction businesses thrive. The conversation concludes with actionable takeaways for listeners looking to improve their own businesses. 🧠 Takeaways: Chad Prinkey emphasizes the importance of building a strong company culture.Growth can expose underlying issues in a business.Leadership development is crucial for scaling a company.Competing on value rather than price is essential for profitability.Business owners should prioritize investing in their own companies.Mindset shifts are necessary for long-term success.Creating a three-year organizational chart can guide business growth.Understanding financial health is critical before strategic planning.Building a team of leaders at all levels is vital for success.Continuous improvement and reinvestment in the business are key to sustainability. Resources & Links:Connect with Chad!Website: www.wellbuiltconsulting.comDownload the free Friday Habit Guide: https://thefridayhabit.com 00:37 Welcome To The Friday Habit01:24 Meet Chad Prinkey03:03 Delicious Crabs06:28 Chad's Background08:13 Company Growth 09:59 Leaving Something Good For Something Better14:46 The Difficulties Of Leaving Something Good 16:13 How Chad Helped A Company Grow From 300 to 3,000 Employees18:31 Building Leaders That Scale 24:49 Advice For Leaders Playing The Long Game29:47 When Should You Bring New Leaders?32:46 Chad's Book WellBuilt40:06 Take Action42:13 Outro