Mastering Career Development with a Framework: Insights from Odyssey Founder Mark Sheeran

Welcome to Building Scale, where we dive deep into the world of career development and decision-making. In this episode, we are honored to have Mark Sheeran, founder of Odyssey Advisors, who shares his journey of scaling his business in the AEC industry. Mark emphasizes the importance of having a framework in decision-making when it comes to career development. Our discussion ranges from identifying core functions within a business to delegating tasks and building a leadership team that is effectively coordinated. We explore the Griner curve and how it applies to managing a growing organization. Mark also shares his insights on the impact of technology on the construction industry and the importance of cybersecurity. Tune in to hear Mark's advice for his younger self and his framework for decision-making in career choices. Don't miss out on this episode that is packed with power words and a unique sentence structure that will keep you engaged from start to finish. Join us on Building Scale and take the first step towards your career development journey. - Founder's career journey & strategy- Odyssey 1.0 to Odyssey 2.0- Entrepreneurial life structure- Core functions & leadership roles- Turning vision into achievable goals- Consultant's role in business growth- Structuring Leadership Teams- Operating system for business management- 80/20 rule in problem solving- Griner curve for growth phases- Crisis of control in growth phase- Stages of business growth- Griner curve & building alliances- COO vs. coordinated leadership team- Impact of technology on construction- Importance of cybersecurity- Framework for career decision-making KEY POINTS[0:0:26] Entrepreneurs have an invaluable ally in the speaker, who brings a unique combination of empathy, expertise, and tools to help them build their businesses to success.[0:0:35] Mark leverages his impressive MBA from NYU Stern School of Business to empower future generations as a distinguished advisory board member for both NYU and Manhattan College.[0:9:9] Fueled by structure, scaling is a powerful tool that illuminates even the darkest of rooms.[0:11:40] As larger organizations strive to align their leadership teams based on core functions of the business, they may discover a surprising complication: aligning leadership at lower tiers can be a challenging endeavor.[0:23:52] By leveraging a strong leadership team and an optimized operating system, businesses can experience an extraordinary 10X return on their investments.[0:30:18] By harnessing the power of creativity, businesses can experience explosive growth, captivating customers and generating substantial revenue.[0:34:32] As businesses grow, they can achieve greater market share, increased efficiency, and sustained momentum by following the right direction and adapting to change.[0:36:13] As businesses expand beyond $1-3 million in revenue, they face an overwhelming challenge to delegate authority and establish an effective organizational structure – one that will ensure continued success and growth.[0:36:28] By strategically delegating tasks, businesses can experience explosive growth, from diversifying services to expanding their geographic footprint and becoming a comprehensive one-stop-shop.[0:40:41] By leveraging strategic planning and coordination, businesses can experience exponential growth through improved operational efficiency.[0:54:42] Harnessing the power of a North Star goal and strategically mapping buckets of experience can lead to exponentially successful career decision-making.[0:56:36] Unlock unparalleled success with Odyssey Advisors - the #1 choice for achieving professional growth and amazing results.Connect with Mark - LinkedIn: