VTCA Dig & Develop: The Influence Model

Building Trust Before Driving Results

In construction, leadership is often confused with authority.

But the truth is this: having a title doesn’t guarantee trust — and without trust, communication breaks down, accountability weakens, and teams begin operating in self-preservation mode.

In this engaging and highly practical Lunch & Learn, construction leadership consultant Dan Beatty introduces GiANT Worldwide’s Influence Model — a powerful framework that helps leaders understand how trust is built, how influence is earned, and why healthy relationships are essential for high-performing teams.

Participants will explore:

• Why influence is more powerful than positional authority
• The 4 foundations of trust: Character, Chemistry, Competence, and Credibility
• How self-preservation silently damages teams and communication
• Why people stop telling leaders the truth
• The connection between trust, accountability, and project performance
• Practical ways to build stronger relationships across field and office teams

Using relatable construction examples and real-world leadership scenarios, this session will help participants better understand how they impact others — and how intentional trust-building creates healthier cultures, stronger teams, and better project outcomes.

This session is ideal for:

• Project Managers
• Superintendents
• Foremen
• Estimators
• Operations Leaders
• HR & Workforce Development Professionals
• Anyone responsible for leading people and building teams

If you want to strengthen communication, improve accountability, and create teams that work together instead of protecting themselves from one another, this session is for you.

Cancellation Policy Cancellations received 7 days prior to the event will receive a refund less an administrative fee of $15.  Any cancellations less than 7 days or no shows receive no refund, substitutions are welcome.