# 266. The 5 Construction Conversations That Prevent Chaos on Projects

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Podcast: [Only Girl On The Jobsite](https://stenobird.com/podcast/only-girl-on-the-jobsite-3378124)
Published: 2026-02-10T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://devignierdesign.com/5-construction-conversations
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## Resource

Today's episode isn't about what to do when a project is already spiraling. It's about what to do before it ever has the chance . Because in my 30+ years in the industry, there's one pattern I see on every stressful project: The chaos wasn't born in week 5. It snuck in quietly in week zero, when structure was loose, nobody owned the conversation, and "roles" were just… implied. So today? We're fixing that. I'm walking you through the 5 conversations you need to have before construction starts; the ones that separate calm, steady projects from chaotic, reactionary ones. And honestly? These will save your time, your energy, and your authority. Ready? Let's make your next project one that feels as smooth as it looks. Mentioned in this episode: Access the full video interview with Elana Steele of Steele Appliance here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/appliance Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/5-construction-conversations

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