Episode

Reputation and Relationships with Matthew Gallego

Podcast: Brad Leavitt Podcast
Published: Mar 8, 2026
Duration seconds: 3700
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Summary

Brad sits down with Matthew Gallego of Cruz Development to talk about how reputation and relationships turn into real momentum in high end residential construction. Matt shares the habits that helped him earn trust fast, from roofing details and problem solving on tough jobs to leading people well and owning mistakes. They also cover cost plus remodel realities, hiring as you grow, and how to protect your life outside work while the business scales. If you know a builder trying to grow the right way, share this episode.