Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
This is our longest episode yet. Anyway, in this episode the host is joined by his friend Devan from Devcon. They discuss various topics related to construction and their experiences in the industry. Devan talks about his company, and how they initially got into flood mitigation projects due to timely opportunities in the industry. They also delve into the question of whether bigger companies are always better, and Devan shares his perspective on the challenges and advantages of staying smaller.
The conversation shifts towards what makes a good operator and employee in the construction field, emphasizing the importance of attitude, personality, and skill. They touch on the seasonal nature of the industry and the difficulties it poses in retaining top talent. The host and Devan also discuss the employment of Ukrainian workers in their company, highlighting the circumstances that brought them to Canada and the efforts made to integrate them into the team and the community.
Devan voices frustration about carbon taxes, questioning their effectiveness and fairness, especially for businesses investing in modern, eco-friendly machinery. The conversation shifts towards global instability and its potential impact on industries, including fluctuating fuel prices. They touch on the challenges of environmental compliance, emphasizing the importance of responsible practices in sensitive areas.
Plus a whole lot more…
This is our longest episode yet. Anyway, in this episode the host is joined by his friend Devan from Devcon. They discuss various topics related to construction and their experiences in the industry. Devan talks about his company, and how they initially got into flood mitigation projects due to timely opportunities in the industry. They also delve into the question of whether bigger companies are always better, and Devan shares his perspective on the challenges and advantages of staying smaller.
The conversation shifts towards what makes a good operator and employee in the construction field, emphasizing the importance of attitude, personality, and skill. They touch on the seasonal nature of the industry and the difficulties it poses in retaining top talent. The host and Devan also discuss the employment of Ukrainian workers in their company, highlighting the circumstances that brought them to Canada and the efforts made to integrate them into the team and the community.
Devan voices frustration about carbon taxes, questioning their effectiveness and fairness, especially for businesses investing in modern, eco-friendly machinery. The conversation shifts towards global instability and its potential impact on industries, including fluctuating fuel prices. They touch on the challenges of environmental compliance, emphasizing the importance of responsible practices in sensitive areas.
Plus a whole lot more…
