OHBA Webinar: The Hidden Cost of “Figure It Out”: Why Training Fails in the Trades (and How to Fix It)

Small renovation companies often rely on “figure it out” training because it feels fast and practical. This is in fact draining profit, time, and energy. In this keynote, we unpack the hidden costs of zero formally documented training for crews under 50 people: rework, missed details, inconsistent quality, safety risks, frustrated senior trades, and owners who feel stuck answering the same questions over and over.

This talk delivers clear, boots-on-the-ground strategies to fix it without classroom training or slowing down jobs. Attendees will learn simple, realistic ways to pass on skills, standardize how work gets done, and reduce costly mistakes so every project runs smoother and the crew gets stronger with each build.