# Brad's Journey: Builder to Brand Leader with Jesse Smith

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Podcast: [Brad Leavitt Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/brad-leavitt-podcast-96262)
Published: 2026-02-08T20:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://soundcloud.com/user-501783169
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Duration seconds: 4181

## Resource

Brad sits down with Jesse Smith of Mobile Podcast Trailer for an interview that turns the focus onto Brad’s story and perspective. They talk through his path into building, the lessons that shaped AFT Construction, and why leadership and clear expectations matter on high end projects. Brad also shares his take on pricing reality, managing risk, and staying authentic and consistent online.

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