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Episode Synopsis
In today’s episode, Mike talks with Ted Konechne, President of the East Region for AIS. AIS offers inspection and engineering services for home builders, helping them speed up construction without compromising quality.
Ted shares how he focuses on connecting personally with employees during mergers, being curious about regional differences, and celebrating small wins daily to drive accountability and momentum.
Ted Konechne’s Bio
Ted Konechne is the President of the East Region for ARCXIS, an industry leader in engineering and new construction inspection services. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the residential building industry, previously working with Pulte Homes, Beazer Homes, and running his own HVAC design/installation business.
Ted is passionate about helping homebuilders deliver quality, energy-efficient homes faster and more cost-effectively. He has been actively involved with the National Association of Home Builders at local and state levels. In 2011, Ted won a National Home Quality Comfort Award for a geothermal home design in Texas.
In This Episode…
Be curious – ask questions and listen to understand others’ perspectives
Celebrate small wins daily to build momentum and confidence
Lead by example – model the accountability and initiative you want to see
Connect personally with employees to understand their needs and concerns
Provide clarity around objectives so people feel confident moving forward
Links & Resources Mentioned…
Websites: https://www.arcxis.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddykonechne/
Ted shares how he focuses on connecting personally with employees during mergers, being curious about regional differences, and celebrating small wins daily to drive accountability and momentum.
Ted Konechne’s Bio
Ted Konechne is the President of the East Region for ARCXIS, an industry leader in engineering and new construction inspection services. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the residential building industry, previously working with Pulte Homes, Beazer Homes, and running his own HVAC design/installation business.
Ted is passionate about helping homebuilders deliver quality, energy-efficient homes faster and more cost-effectively. He has been actively involved with the National Association of Home Builders at local and state levels. In 2011, Ted won a National Home Quality Comfort Award for a geothermal home design in Texas.
In This Episode…
Be curious – ask questions and listen to understand others’ perspectives
Celebrate small wins daily to build momentum and confidence
Lead by example – model the accountability and initiative you want to see
Connect personally with employees to understand their needs and concerns
Provide clarity around objectives so people feel confident moving forward
Links & Resources Mentioned…
Websites: https://www.arcxis.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddykonechne/
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