{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Family, Flow, and Old Dawgs with Jeff Reilly (Episode 91)","description":" In this no-bullshido episode of Hoots on the Ground, Adam Hoots sits down with \u201cOld Dog\u201d Jeff Reilly\u2014a devoted father, husband, and superintendent with Mill Creek Residential Trust whose leadership philosophy bridges family, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. From his Boston union roots to leading modern Lean projects, Jeff shares how lessons from his ancestors, parents, and mentors shaped his mindset on respect, environment, and the true meaning of Kaizen. Together, Adam and Jeff dig deep into what it means to balance family, work, and wisdom in today\u2019s construction world. They explore how true leadership comes from presence\u2014not just productivity\u2014and why the best Lean builders know that mentors don\u2019t always know that they\u2019re mentors. From developing young leaders to honoring the OG Old Dawgs Buddy Brumley and Mondo 3K, this conversation reminds us that Lean is more than tools\u2014it\u2019s a mindset built on humanity, humility, and legacy. Key Takeaways: \u2022 Family-First Leadership: Jeff draws strength from his union roots and family traditions, building teams the same way his parents built him: with presence, purpose, and pride. \u2022 Kaizen with Purpose: Lean isn\u2019t about checklists or buzzwords; it\u2019s about creating environments that respect people, improve daily, and flow with intention. \u2022 Mentors Matter: Every worker is conditioning someone else; be self-aware enough to model the example you wish you\u2019d had.   Key Quotes: \u2022 \u201cPresence builds people. Productivity is just the result.\u201d \u2022 \u201cLean isn\u2019t tools\u2014it\u2019s how you show up for your team.\u201d \u2022 \u201cYour kids and your crew need the same thing: your time and your attention.\u201d \u2022 \u201cEvery Old Dawg was once a young pup watching someone else.\u201d \u2022 \u201cEnvironment is leadership\u2014design a space where people can succeed.\u201d   ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST: The Lean Builder\u2019s absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into the topics that matter most to those in the field. With stories from the trenches, lessons learned, and plenty of laughter, this podcast is for the men and women doing the hands-on work of construction.   RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: \u2022 The Lean Builder \u2014 Blog, book, and field tools for Lean practitioners. (https:\/\/theleanbuilder.com\/) \u2022 This is Lean \u2014 Niklas Modig \u2014 A modern reframing of efficiency, flow, and value. (https:\/\/thisislean.com\/) \u2022 Old Dawg Lean Community \u2014 Wisdom-sharing group continuing Buddy Brumley\u2019s legacy. (https:\/\/www.skool.com\/olddawg) \u2022 LCI Congress \u2014 The annual gathering of Lean construction leaders shaping industry transformation. (https:\/\/congress.leanconstruction.org\/)   GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: \u2022 Adam Hoots | Host of Hoots on the Ground and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions. (https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/adamhoots\/) \u2022 Jeff Reilly | Superintendent with Mill Creek Residential Trust, Old Dawg Lean Leader, and builder of teams, families, and better jobsite environments. (https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jeff-reilly-640b66b9\/) ","author_name":"Hoots on the Ground | The Lean Builder","author_url":"https:\/\/theleanbuilder.com\/podcasts","html":"