{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Building Doors with Lauren Karan","title":"57. Leading Through Turbulent Times: Building Resilience in Construction with Bradley Durkin","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2499,"description":"In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, host Lauren Karan sits down with Bradley Durkin, Founder and Director of Contrast Construction, a thriving Queensland-based construction company. With over 25 years of experience spanning commercial construction, design, and multi-residential projects, Bradley shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in the cattle industry to leading a successful business through some of the most challenging times in construction history.Bradley dives into the values instilled by his rural upbringing, the hurdles of leadership in a hands-on trade industry, and the importance of empowering others to make decisions. From navigating supply chain issues during COVID-19 to adapting to rising costs and government regulations, Bradley’s insights are a testament to resilience, adaptability, and innovation.Listen in to hear Bradley’s inspiring story and practical advice for overcoming adversity, scaling a business, and balancing work with family.Bradley Durkin is the driving force behind Contrast Construction, a trusted name in Queensland construction since 1999. Starting his career as an apprentice carpenter, Bradley combined hands-on trade expertise with business acumen to grow Contrast into a reputable company specializing in residential and commercial projects. His journey reflects a passion for learning, leadership, and resilience, with a focus on providing innovative solutions to the evolving construction landscape, including a growing specialization in the Aged Care sector. Bradley’s commitment to quality, adaptability, and empowering his team has been pivotal to his success over 25 years in the industry.In This Episode, We Explore:Bradley’s journey from the cattle industry to ConstructionThe challenges of starting a business without a family business backgroundNavigating industry turbulence: COVID-19, supply chain issues, and rising costsLessons on leadership: empowering decisions and building trustThe value of country...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rcJTQ5eXITvLdAogYDlhRpa2ZvZlMeipr6w7MvQqkqs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM1NTExLzE2Njgz/OTU0OTQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}