{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5ef0d7ef4f31bd297dad7c0d/66422da6a771970013bea7e1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Challenging but Rewarding World of Construction: Insights from Coty Fournier","description":"<p><em>\"It's just not for everyone. It's really hard. And I think it's important to be honest; that it's a really, really tough job. But the tough jobs that you find a way to excel and win in are extraordinarily rewarding.\" - Coty Fournier</em></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we have the privilege to learn all about business development and construction operations from <strong>Coty Fournier,</strong> who has over 25 years of sustained success in the space on both sides of the owner-contractor equation. Coty is a Professional Talent Development and Growth Strategist, Trainer, Workshopper, Speaker, and Author. She is also the co-founder and former CEO of Jobsite123.com, the industry's first search and qualify engine, acquired by The Blue Book Building &amp; Construction Network.</p><p><br></p><p>Throughout this episode, you'll hear about Coty's journey into construction and her brilliant strategy to pave her path in the space without having a family background in the construction industry. You'll also hear Coty's thoughts on staying true to one's passion when choosing a career, the value of teaching and mentoring in construction, and how to succeed as a minority in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Additionally, we talk about her book, \"Inside Commercial Construction's MVPs,\" a true gem still relevant after a decade, her eagerness to improve herself constantly, and much more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In This Episode, You Will Learn:</strong></p><ul><li>A bit about Coty's first steps in the construction industry (4:30)</li><li>If you pick architecture for the money, you'll end up in construction (10:00)</li><li>Coty talks about her strategy to add to her well-roundedness (16:20)</li><li>Launching a .com before it was cool, growing it, and then selling it (24:00)</li><li>Coty and her superpower of cloning herself (35:40)</li><li>Is going to college a good idea? Coty shares her thoughts on education's ROI (43:00)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Coty Fournier:</strong></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.cotyfournier.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Website</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/cotyfournier/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/coty.fournier/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a></li><li>Book: Coty Fournier - <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Commercial-Constructions-MVPs-seemingly-ebook/dp/B00OVFA10Y?ref\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Inside Commercial Construction's MVPs: 7 reasons why they get promoted faster, make more money, and enjoy a seemingly unfair advantage over everybody else.</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Let's Connect!</strong></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasofaksr/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/mpc_philly_metro/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://twitter.com/ofaktor_22\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.mpcbuilders.net/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">MPC Builders - Website</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/MPConsultingServicesLLC\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">MPC Builders - Facebook</a></li></ul>","author_name":"Nicholas Ofak"}