The Emerging Leaders Podcast // The Fischer Group

22 Work Smarter Not Harder with Doug Smith

Fischer Homes

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Doug is the Senior Vice President of Operations here at Fischer Homes, and in this episode we talk about:

  • How to take a consultative approach to you job fix problems and increase productivity
  • How to reduce fear and increase confidence in your career
  • How working smarter by leveraging your resources pays dividends down the road

Timestamps:

  • 1:48 - Doug’s Career Story
  • 4:41 - Why Homebuilding
  • 6:36 - Finding clarity for your career path
  • 9:16 - Confidence in your career
  • 11:54 - Collaboration between Construction and Sales
  • 14:55 - The consultative approach to your job
  • 16:56 - The role of the Senior VP of Operations
  • 18:51 - Leaders need drive and empathy
  • 22:28 - Work Smarter, Not Harder
  • 30:29 - Important decisions
  • 33:46 - Bag O’ Questions
  • 37:16 - Key Takeaways