The grit and grind of building. Unscripted.
From Austin’s commercial job sites to the boardroom, Steve engages with the leaders shaping the construction industry. Hard Hat Negotiations delivers focused, unscripted conversations on the business of building—grounded in real expertise and straight talk.
Welcome to Hard Hat Negotiations
Every building has a story The stories and strategies behind the build Real stories, sharp strategies, and straight talk from the pros who actually build the city
New episodes delivered to your feed
Real talk from real builds — no scripts, just the good stuff. Hit that subscribe button and you’ll never miss a new episode.
Steve brings a builder's perspective to every episode
Every Project Starts With a Conversation. Commercial construction is about much more than concrete and steel. It's about relationships, construction negotiations, budgets, trust, and the people who bring projects to life. Hosted by Steve Shuler, a commercial construction executive with more than 35 years of experience, Hard Hat Negotiations takes listeners behind the scenes of the deals, decisions, and leadership that shape commercial construction. Grab a coffee and pull up a chair.
Unscripted stories, straight from the jobsite
Real conversations with the leaders behind commercial construction—from financing and preconstruction to negotiations, leadership, and the projects shaping Austin.
Become a Guest
If you build in Austin, Steve wants to hear from you. Share your story, suggest a topic, or pitch yourself as a guest on the show.