Ep 49 Joe Benes- Highlander Contracting Group

🎙️ Brand Lincoln Podcast | Joe Benes – Building Homes, Trust, and a Business That Lasts

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💡 Episode Overview:

In this episode of Brand Lincoln, we sit down with Joe Benes, owner of Highlander Contracting Group, to talk about what it really takes to build custom homes, additions—and trust—in today’s construction world. Joe shares how his love for craftsmanship and working with his hands evolved into a thriving business built on relationships, transparency, and quality over quantity.

We dive into what separates great contractors from the rest, the wild requests clients have made, how Joe balances family life with job site deadlines, and yes—how he occasionally swaps the toolbelt for a DJ booth.

If you're into business, building, or just appreciate a no-BS approach to quality work, this episode will hit home.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Why Joe built his business on relationships first
✔️ How Highlander Contracting balances custom work with quality control
✔️ What clients really want during a home build—and what they misunderstand
✔️ The challenges of home additions and why creativity matters
✔️ Why transparency, communication, and hands-on leadership are Joe’s non-negotiables
✔️ How Joe juggles family time, construction deadlines, and a side hustle in music
✔️ What building in smaller towns has taught him about pace, patience, and people

💥 Why This Episode Matters:

Joe’s story proves that being a great builder isn’t just about the tools you use—it’s about how you treat people. Whether you're a contractor, a homeowner, or just someone trying to run a values-based business, Joe's take on transparency, excellence, and doing the little things right is refreshing, real, and worth hearing.

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Keywords: Highlander Contracting, construction, custom homes, home additions, business philosophy, relationships, core values, construction challenges, home design, craftsmanship, transparency, community engagement, Lincoln Nebraska, entrepreneurship, family balance