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I'm The Gaffer

Gavin Coyle
Construction
Mental Health
Construction Industry
Diversity and Inclusion In Construction
Government Contracting
Pre-Construction
Artificial Intelligence
The Lighthouse Charity
Employee Benefits
Suicide Prevention
Futurelot
Loyaltyops
Leadership
Communication
Small Contractors
Accounting/finance
Podcasting/marketing
Ireland
Women In Construction
Health and Safety

I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth buildi... more

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Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

If you're a construction business owner, architect, engineer, contractor, project manager, developer, or someone involved in designing and delivering projects, this conversation offers valuable insigh... more

Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

If you're a construction business owner, engineer, project manager, contractor, safety professional, or someone responsible for delivering projects, this conversation offers valuable insights into eng... more

Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

If you're a construction business owner, contractor, project leader, safety professional, or someone responsible for building better teams, inclusion is not just an HR policy or a box-ticking exercise... more

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Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

If you work in construction, health and safety, contracting, site management, or lead teams on site, this episode is an important conversation about mental health, support, and looking out for people ... more

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Recent Guests

Anne Okafor
Founder of Okaforia Limited; construction agency advocate; lecturer
Okaforia Limited / Chartered Institute of Building
Episode: Why Inclusion in Construction Is More Than an HR Policy | Anne Okafor
Mary Grady
The Lighthouse Charity Partnership Manager for the Ireland East region
The Lighthouse Charity
Episode: Mental Health Support in Construction | Mary Grady & Alan Worrall
Alan Worrall
Health and Safety Manager for Walls Construction; Vice Chair of The Lighthouse Club Ireland
Walls Construction / The Lighthouse Club Ireland
Episode: Mental Health Support in Construction | Mary Grady & Alan Worrall
Daniel Bamper
Founder of Black Belt Ledgers, Fractional CFO for Contractors, Tradesmen and Home Service Businesses
Black Belt Ledgers
Episode: How Contractors Can Turn Revenue Into Real Profit | Daniel Bamper
Bryan Guess
Founder and principal consultant of Bartizan Group
Bartizan Group
Episode: How Construction Businesses Can Find Hidden Risks Before They Cost Money | Bryan Guess
Roy Coughlan
Serial entrepreneur with roots in construction and media
Episode: Why Small Contractors Keep Losing Money on Jobs | Roy Coughlan
Chaz Wolfe
High-performing serial entrepreneur, investor and CEO on a mission to help leaders create and live the exceptional life
Gathering The Kings? (as guest on GTK-related talk)
Episode: The $200K Business Trap: Why Construction Owners Struggle to Scale | Chaz Wolfe
Anil Gupta
Relationship and mindset expert known as The Love Doctor
Meet Anil / The Love Doctor brand
Episode: Poor Communication Is Costing Your Construction Business
Steven Dell'Orto
Founder and CEO of Concentric
Concentric
Episode: Why Pre-Construction Is the Most Strategic Phase in Construction

Host

Gavin Coyle
Host of the show, introduces guests and drives the discussion

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Great content, fun show

    Gavin does a great job of pulling out info that really matters from his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chaz Wolfe
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent Conversations in the Built Environment

    I had the pleasure of joining Gavin on the podcast and really enjoyed the conversation. Gavin does a great job asking thoughtful questions and creating space for practical, real-world insights. The show covers a wide range of topics and consistently brings on interesting guests. It is well worth a listen for anyone interested in the built environment and the people working in it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnkReviewer
    United States4 months ago
  • He cares about the tradesman

    I was a guest on the show and listened to some previous episodes. Gavin really cares about the tradesman and is constantly trying to get tips to help them. The world needs more Podcasters like him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roycoughlan.com
    Poland4 months ago
  • 10/10 Recommend

    Highly Recommend! Great and engaging conversation and always providing practical tips you can use immediately. It's clear they care deeply about the listeners and the guests. 10/10 Recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeyMickeyAnderson
    Canada5 months ago
  • Highly recommended

    What a great host! A pleasure to be a part of your podcast. Thank you to Gavin. I highly recommend this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natatio
    New Zealand8 months ago

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The show is valued for focusing on tangible tips for construction trades and leadership.
The host is seen as genuinely caring about tradespeople and providing actionable guidance.
Listeners appreciate how the host draws out practical, real-world insights from guests.
Guests are described as knowledgeable and the conversations feel helpful for improving site outcomes.

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#212
Ireland/Business/Management

Talking Points

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How Contractors Can Turn Revenue Into Real Profit | Daniel Bamper
Q: What role do warranties play in profitability for contractors?
Warranties can be monetized and tracked as a separate account to stabilize cash flow and taxes, potentially using revenue recognition and even strategic tax tools like reinsurance, turning warranty costs into a future-proofed asset.
How Contractors Can Turn Revenue Into Real Profit | Daniel Bamper
Q: How can a contractor decide if they should hire a full-time CFO or go fractional?
Evaluate the wage structure and the risk of getting it wrong; a fractional CFO provides proven, scalable guidance without the long-term commitment, and you can talk to others who've used a similar service to validate it.
Government Contracts: The Stable Revenue Stream Most Construction Businesses Ignore
Q: What is the most important early step for a contractor wanting to pursue GovCon?
Get registered with the local government procurement portals and identify the point of contact for purchasing or procurement so you can start building relationships well before bids open.
Government Contracts: The Stable Revenue Stream Most Construction Businesses Ignore
Q: What sparked your pivot from corporate work to helping businesses win government contracts?
A health scare and a desire to give people the ability to win meaningful contracts led me to build a system that could scale beyond my corporate role and empower other firms to win multi-million-dollar opportunities.
The $200K Business Trap: Why Construction Owners Struggle to Scale | Chaz Wolfe
Q: Why is it important for a family-driven entrepreneur to design a business that runs without them?
Because the objective is to free the family from constant dependence on the owner, enabling long-term impact, better decision-making, and a durable model that survives turnover and supports future generations.

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What is I'm The Gaffer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on practical strategies, leadership, and industry-fitting insights for construction professionals. Across episodes, listeners hear expert takes on profitability, risk management, pre-construction planning, leadership and culture, health and safety, and innovative tech—from AI-assisted analytics to ADU zoning tools. Guests range from owners and CEOs to consultants and safety leaders, all sharing actionable steps to improve operations, growth, and team effectiveness on real-world projects. A notable strength is the mix of on-the-ground trades expertise with big-picture business thinking, often tied to measurable outcomes such as better margins, safer sites, and streamlined processes. The format tends to combine candid storyt... more

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1. Anne Okafor
2. Mary Grady
3. Alan Worrall
4. Daniel Bamper
5. Bryan Guess
6. Roy Coughlan
7. Chaz Wolfe
8. Anil Gupta

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