Thrive In Construction with Darren Evans
'Thrive in Construction' is the only podcast that delves into the personal journeys of sustainability leaders and innovators in the construction industry across the UK. Our show differentiates by offering unscripted, passion-fueled conversations that go beyond the buzzwords to the heart of what's driving the industry forward. It's tailored for aspiring professionals, seasoned experts, and anyone with a keen interest in the sustainable evolution of construction. We're here at a time when the call for sustainable development is not just a trend, but a societal imperative, empowering listeners to build a career that contributes to a greener future.
Thrive In Construction with Darren Evans
Latest Episodes
The Sustainability Advantage: Mini Chapter 5 - Why Sustainability Feels Hard
Sustainability isn’t hard because the work is complex. It’s hard because the delivery environment adds friction. Here’s how to remove it.Most people say sustainability is complex, but the real problem is friction.Unclear briefs, a...
The Sustainability Advantage: Mini Chapter 4 - Why Good Teams Drift
Drift doesn’t come from incompetence. It comes from alignment gaps that grow quietly. Here’s how to prevent them.Drift is one of the most expensive problems in sustainability, but it almost always starts small. A misunderstood b...
The Sustainability Advantage: Mini Chapter 3 - The Real Risk You’re Not Managing
The biggest risks never appear in the register. They appear in silence, fear, pride, and assumption. Here’s how to uncover and fix them.Teams often treat risk as a spreadsheet problem, but the most dangerous risks aren’t technical.
The Sustainability Advantage: Mini Chapter 2 - Why Teams Lie in Meetings
People aren’t dishonest, they’re under social pressure. Here’s why false alignment destroys sustainability performance and how psychological safety restores it.Most sustainability meetings aren’t full of truth — they’re full of performan...
The Sustainability Advantage: Mini Chapter 1 - The Moment Trust Fails
A tiny shift in trust can slow an entire project. In this episode, we explore why behaviour, not technical models, determines momentum, clarity, and collaboration in sustainability delivery.Projects rarely fail because of technical mista...
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