The Elevator Careers Podcast

The Elevator Careers Podcast is dedicated to the people who spend their lives and careers working in the vertical transportation industry. It is produced for the benefit of both elevator companies who are looking to hire great talent and for those who want to continue to grow professionally within the industry. This is an opportunity to create a dialogue with all of these stakeholders, learning from them and hearing the gems they have gleaned in their professions. The "Elevator Careers" podcast” is an opportunity to pay it forward" by sharing knowledge learned in the business and in the trade and helping others who are on similar journeys.

The Elevator Careers Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Matt Allred, with 149 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Matt Allred hosts The Elevator Careers Podcast, a business show with 149 episodes published.

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  Episode #36

  A General Contractor’s Honest Take: Working with the Elevator Industry | Zane Andersson

  Sep 21, 202639 minS5

  Today’s guest is general contractor Zane Andersson, who's spent decades coordinating projects that depend on successful elevator installations. In this conversation, he offers an external view of elevator projects: what general contractors appreciate from elevator companies, where projects often go wrong, and how communication can prevent costly mistakes. This conversation shares valuable ways that contractors, project managers, and elevator companies can build stronger partnerships. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:18 Experience as a General Contractor 03:52 The Most Costly Elevator Mistake Zane Witnessed 06:27 Requirements for Elevator to be Emergency Egress 08:40 How it Could Have been Caught Sooner 10:16 Lessons for Architects, Owners and Developers 12:15 Why Elevator Problems Show Up Late in a Project 14:57 Percentage of Elevator Projects That Cost More Than Expected 17:11 The Difference a Pre-Inspection Makes 18:53 The Headaches Caused by Elevator Issues 19:55 How Building Owners Accidentally Create Elevator Problems 21:37 Flipper vs Owner Mindset 23:56 Innovative Solutions for Accessibility…A Decade Late 29:54 How Much a Project’s Success Depends on Relationships 31:46 What Companies Could Change 34:17 The Way Toward Better Collaboration with the Elevator Trade 38:13 Outro Resources: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/ Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/ Connect With Us: linktr.ee/AllredGroup A Message From Our Sponsor: Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights! To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

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  Episode #35

  What Will AI Mean for Your Career—and Your Company? LIVE BROADCAST

  Sep 15, 202659 minS5

  AI is changing how businesses operate, and the elevator industry isn't immune. In this live conversation, I met with Jonathan Taub, President of Fieldboss, who has over twenty years of experience in software strategy, implementation, and customer success running high-performing operations. We discussed what AI means for elevator professionals and companies, what opportunities and concerns are emerging, and how it could affect company valuations, job responsibilities, and the value of employees’ skills. The goal of this conversation is to clarify: where an elevator company should start with AI, what risks companies should consider before adopting new technology, and what AI could mean for your business, your skills, and your career. Chapters: 00:00 Intro: AI and the Elevator Industry 00:54 Jonathan’s Journey Into Software and Elevators 07:03 How AI Has Changed Since the NAEC Conference 10:28 Why Elevator Companies Need to Pay Attention to AI 12:35 What AI Means 14:24 AI Governance, Security, and Guardrails 20:26 What AI Can Do for Elevator Companies 23:22 The Future of AI, IoT, and Predictive Maintenance 26:19 Where AI Can Have the Biggest Impact 31:00 AI Opportunities for Independent and Large Contractors 34:33 AI Adoption Starts With Operations 38:01 Making Technology Transformations Work 42:59 AI, Technology, and Elevator Company Valuations 45:51 How AI Could Change Elevator Careers 49:18 The Human Skills That Will Matter More 52:16 How Elevator Companies Can Start Using AI Resources: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/ Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/ Connect With Us: linktr.ee/AllredGroup A Message From Our Sponsor: Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights! To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

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  Episode #34

  Elevator Careers: The Power of Saying "I Can Do That" | Evelyn Adams

  Sep 7, 202625 minS5

  Today, I’m joined by Evelyn Adams, General Manager of Texacone, whose career is a great example of what can happen when you’re willing to learn, step up, and do whatever needs to be done. Evelyn began her career as an accounts payable clerk and, through hard work, curiosity, and a willingness to take on new challenges, eventually worked her way into leadership. In this conversation, we talk about her career journey, what makes the elevator industry feel like a family, and her creation of Elevator 101 to help newcomers better understand the industry. This is a conversation about curiosity, lifelong learning, and the opportunities that can open up when you're willing to keep growing. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Evelyn Adams 03:59 Discovering the Elevator Industry 07:26 The Birth of Elevator 101 10:35 Career Growth and Learning 12:26 Overcoming Limitations Without a Degree 16:15 The Importance of Knowing Who to Ask 17:51 Traditions and Values of Texacone 18:40 Private Equity in the Elevator Industry 20:16 Women in the Elevator Industry 22:27 Opportunities for Women Today 23:54 Advice for Newcomers to the Industry Resources: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/ Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/ Connect With Us: linktr.ee/AllredGroup A Message From Our Sponsor: Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights! To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

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  Episode #33

  Why Elevator Technician Turnover is Hurting Customers—and What Can Help | Bernard Lee

  Aug 31, 202626 minS5

  Today’s guest is Bernard Lee, a longtime property manager who has spent more than thirty years working with elevator service companies. He's seen the value of having technicians who know a building inside and out, and he's also seen what happens when that continuity disappears. In this conversation, we discuss trends he’s seen in elevator service over the years, why technician turnover matters so much to customers, and how mentorship can strengthen the industry as a whole. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - How Elevator Service Has Changed Over 30 Years 02:37 - The Customer Impact of Technician Turnover 04:04 - Why Long-Term Technicians Know a Building Differently 07:25 - What Constant Turnover Signals to Customers 09:01 - When Turnover Creates Costly Problems 10:19 - Why Mentorship Is Critical to the Elevator Industry 12:33 - What Makes a Great Mentor? 16:34 - What the Elevator Industry Loses When Experience Walks Away 19:27 - Hands-On Learning 22:33 - How Elevator Companies Can Rebuild Customer Relationships 24:21 - Building the Next Generation of Elevator Technicians Resources: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/ Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/ Connect With Us: linktr.ee/AllredGroup A Message From Our Sponsor: Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights! To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

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  Episode #32

  How Elevators Built the Modern World | Lee Gray

  Aug 24, 202645 minS5

  Today's guest is Lee Gray, an architectural historian whose career took an unexpected turn when a graduate school research paper sparked a lifelong fascination with elevators. More than forty years later, he has become one of the world's leading authorities on the history of vertical transportation. His research has been featured by National Geographic, CBS Sunday Morning, and the History Channel, and today he joins us to explore how elevators transformed cities, real estate, and everyday transportation. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 1:19 Lee’s Journey to Becoming an Elevator Historian 6:15 Impact on Life and Career 8:25 The Impact of Elevators on Urban Development 10:05 The Relationship Between Skyscrapers and the Modern Elevator 13:55 The Economic Shift in Real Estate 17:39 The Importance of Safety Devices in Elevators 23:00 Evolution of Elevator Safety Systems 26:27 Innovations in Elevator Technology 28:45 Global Elevator Revolution 33:02 Cultural Perspectives on Elevator Design 35:28 The Shift in Elevator Industry Leadership 39:00 The Success of Early Elevator Pioneers 40:03 Today’s Societal Issues with Elevators 41:39 Essential Takeaways from Early Elevators 44:27 Outro Resources: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatorcareers/ Submit a Topic Idea for the Podcast: https://elevatorcareers.net/ Connect With Us: linktr.ee/AllredGroup A Message From Our Sponsor: Looking for top-tier talent to join your team? Call The Allred Group for your elevator recruiting needs! With a deep network and unmatched industry expertise, we quickly connect you with skilled professionals who are ready to elevate your team. Let us handle the hiring process, so you can focus on growing your business with the best in the industry. Reach out today, and let us help you take your business to new heights! To contact us go to: https://allredgroup.com

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