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208. Getting 1% Better Every Day With Jake Dornford & Nico von Wielligh

⏱️ 41:28 🎀 Will Bland, Jake, Nico
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208. Getting 1% Better Every Day With Jake Dornford & Nico von Wielligh
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  • 0:00
    Introduction
    Host Will Bland introduces Jake and Nico from Dornford Building Group, highlighting their business growth and focus on design and construct.
  • 3:13
    Business Journey
    Jake shares his background from carpentry to building a company, detailing the evolution from small jobs to custom home construction.
  • 7:00
    Value of Consistency
    Jake and Nico discuss the philosophy of 1% daily improvements and consistent effort, emphasizing its compounding effect on business and personal life.
  • 12:00
    Dealing with Stress
    Jake and Nico explain how they manage stress through faith, open communication with each other and their team, and seeking support.
  • 20:22
    Leadership & Team Management
    The partners discuss their transition from a mixed carpentry/building company to a focused design and construct model, highlighting the importance of clear leadership and value alignment.
  • 26:21
    Hiring for Character
    Nico and Jake detail their values-driven recruitment process, prioritizing character over skill for long-term success and team cohesion.
  • 39:27
    Impact of Small Changes
    Jake shares an example of a small process automation that significantly saved time, underscoring how minor improvements can have major impacts.
  • 44:59
    Systems & Software
    Nico explains their use of OneDrive for documentation and Creatio for workflow automation, detailing how these tools streamline operations and onboarding.
  • 51:50
    Advice for Builders
    Jake advises continuous learning and mentorship, while Nico stresses the importance of a strong support network to combat the loneliness of business ownership.

Speakers

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Will Bland
Host
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Jake
Dornford Building Group
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Nico
Dornford Building Group

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize continuous self-improvement through reading, coaching, and mentorship; this intellectual investment can yield 10x returns on your business.

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Cultivate consistency in your daily actions and attitude, as it builds a stable foundation for your team and business, creating a predictable and enthusiastic work environment.

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Implement a values-driven hiring process that prioritizes character over skill, as values-aligned employees contribute more positively to company culture and long-term success.

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Establish a strong support network, whether it's a business partner, mentor, or peer group, to share burdens, gain perspective, and navigate the stresses of business ownership.

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Automate repetitive tasks, even small ones like batch payments, as these incremental efficiencies compound over time to save significant hours and improve operational smoothness.

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Document all processes and policies in an easily accessible and searchable format (e.g., OneDrive) to ensure consistency, facilitate onboarding, and empower employees to find solutions independently.

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