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Construction Industry
Cash Flow
Accountability
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Family In Business
United States
Melbourne, Australia
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Civil Construction
Construction
Leadership
Tempo (construction)
Buy Or Rent Construction Equipment
Economic Downturns / Market Cycles
Family Business / Entrepreneurship
Banks / Financing
Social Media Influencers In Construction
Scale
Business Growth
Company Culture

A deep-dive construction and business podcast featuring global industry insights, civil construction strategies, earthmoving operations, heavy machinery talk, leadership development, and contractor success stories.

Hosted by James Starbuck (Melbourne) and Herb Sargent (Maine), this show breaks down project management, business growth, market shifts, infrastructure development, and entrepreneurshi... more

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Latest Episodes

In Episode 15 of the Starbuck Sargent Podcast, James Starbuck and Herb Sargent tackle two big construction business problems that hit both the field and the boardroom.

First, they break down how young workers can show initiative without alienating t... more

Jimmy Starbuck and Herb Sargent talk weather delays, idle trucks, crew morale, healthy competition, construction leadership, machinery debt, and the difference between healthy expansion and hopeful expansion in a construction business.

In Episode 13 of the Starbuck Sargent Podcast, James Starbuck and Herb Sargent answer a listener question from an operations manager in an electrical utility contracting business: should a growing construction company buy, lease, or rent the equipmen... more

In Episode 12 of the Starbuck & Sargent Podcast, James Starbuck and Herb Sargent tackle one of the hardest leadership questions in construction: what do you do with high-performing employees who are toxic to the team?

Jimmy shares the story of a “un... more

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Hosts

James Starbuck
Host of the show (co-host); has long-running engagement in construction and entrepreneurship storytelling.
Herb Sargent
Co-host; shares industry insights, leadership perspectives, and practical strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Must listen

    Two great minds laying it out bare, these guys can help you skip 10 years of hard lessons learnt in just a few hours of listening!! Always enjoy it and the raw honest truths you are willing to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liddell Claying
    Australiaa month ago
  • Thanks for the wisdom

    This is the most relatable construction podcast that I have found. Herb and Jimmy discuss relevant topics in easy to understand language while they dropping several gold nuggets of wisdom along the way. Keep up the great work and thanks for so generously sharing your experiences and knowledge!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darryl Cummings
    Canadaa month ago
  • Best Construction Podcast

    If you are a construction leader, the Starbuck Sargent podcast is a must listen too. Jimmy and Herb tell the truth about running a heavy civil construction company. Two great men sharing their wisdom.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bachtel Excavating
    United States2 months ago
  • Construction Co. Owner? Listen Up!

    If you’re the owner of a construction company in the dirt world or related industries, you need to add this to your library. This isn’t just another show from influencers trying to get followers. These are 2 of the top industry leaders in the dirt world. They have walked the walk and can talk the talk. Herb and Jimmy are a wealth of knowledge for those of us in construction and trade related industries. We all face the same issues, be it a small contractor up to the large companies, these guys h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonyDelMonaco
    United States2 months ago
  • The pod I have been waiting for…

    As a construction business owner running a growing company, I’m always searching for new ways to learn, especially from the experiences of industry leaders and sages. This is the pod I’ve been looking for for 10 years. Thank you, Jim and Herb for what you are doing for this incredibly challenging and yet absolutely rewarding in industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    egmattern
    United States3 months ago

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Coaches listeners with concrete examples to improve cash flow, culture, and growth.
Relatable construction leadership with practical wisdom.
Clear, no-nonsense guidance for growing a business in dirt industries.
Two industry veterans sharing hard-won lessons and actionable frameworks.
Honest, experience-based discussions that skip hype for real-world results.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Family, Favouritism & Accountability in Business
Q: How do you negotiate a father and son employee situation when performance differs greatly between them?
Treat them the same, hold everyone to the same standards, and address performance directly, avoiding special concessions or ultimatums.
Family, Favouritism & Accountability in Business
Q: Ooh, tips and stories. Do you have any tips or stories on how to deal with family in business?
They discuss the importance of outside experience for family entrants, clear boundary setting, consistent accountability, and treating family like any other employee to avoid nepotism and misalignment.
Toxic High Performers Are Killing Your Construction Business | Starbuck & Sargent
Q: What are the blind spots in a buying vs. renting decision for a growing crew, and how should an employee in a management role think about these decisions?
Evaluate cash flow, total cost of ownership, and long-term needs; balance near-term cash, operational flexibility, and the potential to scale with outsourcing or rental options when capital is constrained; involve leadership in planning to align decisions with risk management and growth goals.
Toxic High Performers Are Killing Your Construction Business | Starbuck & Sargent
Q: What separates a great equipment rep from an average one, and what does real value look like when working with a company like Starbuck and Sargent?
A great rep understands what the customer needs, responds with precise timing and information, and removes hurdles in the buying process; the best reps build credibility by consistently delivering the right price, on the right schedule, with on-site service and follow-through.
Toxic High Performers Are Killing Your Construction Business | Starbuck & Sargent
Q: What are your opinions on how OEMs and dealerships are currently serving the industry and contractors? Where are they falling short and what could they be doing better?
They are part of a large, profit-driven organization, so their success hinges on selling volume and maintaining a strong dealer network that supports contractors; the best reps understand the customer's needs and the cadence of delivery, while manufacturers need to stand up for customers against failures and defects, rather than just pushing product.

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A practical, experience-led deep dive into running construction-focused businesses, with a heavy emphasis on cash flow, growth, people management, and leadership. Episodes routinely explore real-world dilemmas like equipment strategy (buy vs. rent), scaling crews, building resilient cultures, handling underperformers, and maintaining tempo on complex projects. The conversations pair blunt, war‑story honesty with actionable frameworks—such as accountability systems, ESOPs, and deliberate decision-making—that aim to help owners, operators, and leaders make smarter bets and cultivate lasting value. A standout trait is the blend of grassroots field lessons with broader industry perspectives, including operator-owner pathways, cross-border insig... more

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