Build It for Yourself First — Growth Will Follow

• Why CVG pre-qualifies contractors before bidding, and how that protects quality as well as cost
• The real reason 95% of their business comes from referrals
• How his team uses transparency, accountability, and real-time communication to build client trust
• Why he believes companies should create leaders, not just manage employees
• How a remote-first, results-based culture survived COVID and became a competitive advantage

Carol and Socrates also unpack the difference between wanting growth and being committed to it, the risks of finger-pointing in complex projects, and why the best client relationships are built when the owner feels like a true partner, not just a customer. This conversation is especially valuable if you're leading a service business, managing complex projects, or trying to scale without losing trust, culture, or control. If you want a practical look at how operational discipline, honest communication, and leadership development drive long-term growth, this one is worth your time.

Connect With Host Carol Schultz

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Connect with Guest Socrates Bueno

Find out more about our guest Socrates Bueno and his company at CVG Construction Management and LinkedIn

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