Best The Golden Hour Project Podcasts (2025)

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#088 Why Can't Anyone Find New Employees In The Trades? If They Do, Why Can't They Keep Them? 36:45

6d ago36:45

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In this episode we dive deep into the pressing issue facing the construction industry today: the difficulty contractors encounter in finding skilled labor. As the demand for skilled tradespeople continues to rise, many contractors are struggling to fill positions, leading to project delays and increased costs. We explore the root causes of this tal…

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#087 Top 3 Trades In Construction, My Recommendation To Start A Well Paying Career Without A Degree! 37:28

14d ago37:28

37:28

In this episode we dive into the world of construction trades and explore lucrative career paths that don’t require a college degree. If you're looking for a rewarding career that offers both financial stability and the opportunity to work with your hands, this episode is for you! Join us as we break down the top three trades in construction that a…

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#086 Get Hired In Construction Management, No Degree Required! 40 Hour Online Certification 22:52

21d ago22:52

22:52

You do not need a college degree to start a career in construction management. In this episode we interview one of the first students to complete the 40 hour Construction Project Management certification course on CourseCareers.com (available at the link in my bio). He shares his struggle finding a job before the course, how many interviews and job…

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#085 Happy Wife Happy Blue Collar Life, Keys To A Successful Marriage In The Construction Industry 1:03:44

1M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

This week’s episode offers a fresh perspective! While Chelsea isn’t part of the construction industry, her husband is, and she’s gained significant popularity on social media for sharing her experiences as a blue-collar wife. In this episode, Chelsea opens up about her pride in her husband’s profession, navigating his unpredictable work hours, copi…

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#084 A Message For Gen-Z, Advice For A Successful Life In Construction 22:31

1M ago22:31

22:31

In this episode we address the work ethic and social aspects of generation Z. Why millennials, gen-Xers, and boomers do not understand Gen-Z, and vice versa. Most importantly why this creates an opportunity for Gen-Z to easily find success. Listen and share! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is to know ab…

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#083 Is The GC Trying To Screw You? How To Deal With A Difficult Superintendent 31:05

2M ago31:05

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All subcontractors feel like the general contractor, specifically the superintendent are out to screw them. Sometimes it feels like the site super is playing a zero-sum game. Sometimes it feels like they are setting you up to fail. Sometimes it seems like they are trying to use your own information against you and hang you with it. Other times it f…

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#082 What Project Types Are Best For Your Career? 19:04

2M ago19:04

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People always ask me, what types of companies should I try to work for? What types of projects are best for my career? How do I make the most money? Listen to this episode and let's discuss the difference between core and shell construction versus T.I. construction (tenant improvement). What do those terms mean? Do they pay differently? Is one type…

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#081 Going From Homeless & Sleeping In A Cici's Parking Lot, To 7-Figure Entrepreneur In This Trade! 38:37

2M ago38:37

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In this episode we sit down with Sedrick Seta Tuimoala, a construction entrepreneur with a WILD story. He shares his story; migrating to America to find out that he is not qualified to be in the military, sleeping in the parking lot of a pizza pace, losing money on his first project and becoming a 7-figure construction entrepreneur. He also shares …

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#080 Breaking Barriers In Construction Without A Degree, Climbing The Ladder In Project Management 44:48

3M ago44:48

44:48

It does not matter who you are, what you are, or where you come from... the sky is the limit in the construction industry. If you ever needed to hear a story prove it to you, then this episode is for you! In this episode we sit down with Renae Sams , founder of Build-her.org A non-profit that focuses on supporting young woman in construction and tr…

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#079 Genius Sales Strategy For Kitchen Remodeling, A Hiring Strategy Everyone Wishes Used, & #75Hard 46:30

3M ago46:30

46:30

In this episode we sit down with Steve Ardi, owner and operator of Rock Valley Cabinetry. Steve use to work on Wall Street but today he owns a Kitchen Remodeling Company. Steve shares how he made that transition, how he made it through the shutdowns of 2020, a hiring strategy that EVERYONE wishes they could use, and a unique sales model that enable…

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#078 Do College Degrees Matter In Construction? How About Race Or Gender? Find Out What Matters Most 1:12:18

3M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

This is an AMAZING episode. We sit down with Gloria Fuentes Co-Owner of GloJoy Co, a design-build Construction Management firm based in NYC but who operates in several locations on the east coast. Gloria shares her story, what it was like growing up outside of the US while her father worked in the oil industry, what life is like for people in other…

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#077 Will A.I. Replace Humans In Construction Jobs? & Is America The Greatest Country On Earth? 1:09:19

4M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

In this episode we sit down with Johnny Maghzal from Togal AI. Johnny is an expert in A.I. in construction. He shares the product we is working on and how that is meant to enhance the human experience in construction. He also shares what is was like growing up in the Middle East, migrating to America, whether or not he thinks that America is the gr…

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#076 Bare Knuckle Fighting & Owning A Construction Business After Abusive Upbringing and Addiction 1:23:29

4M ago1:23:29

1:23:29

In this episode we sit down with Patrick Brady, bare knuckle fighter and construction business owner. Listen to this episode to find out how that combination came about! He walks us through his childhood, growing up in a abusive home, leaving college to make more money in the trades, battling sobriety, finding discipline while fighting professional…

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#075 From Couch Surfing To Making 100K Plus In The Trades, Alayna Joy's Inspirational Turnaround! 47:04

4M ago47:04

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In this episode we sit down with Alayna Joy. Alayna shares an inspirational story that took her from rock bottom to making over 100k per year in the trades. She discusses how she got on the wrong path in life, her battle with addiction, finding an opportunity to turn her life around in trade school (as the only woman in class), ultimately leading t…

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#074 You Do Not Have To Be Fat And Out Of Shape In Construction Jobs, Prioritizing Health & Fitness! 41:17

4M ago41:17

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In this episode we sit down with Justin Startari, better known by his social media handle _bluecollarfitness_ . Justin shares his unique story that lead him into the construction industry, why he dropped out of college to pursue a career in the trades, how he prioritizes his health and fitness while working in a physical job, and more! Listen, lear…

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#073 From Digging Holes To Owning 4 Construction Businesses, A Limitless Career In Construction 54:35

4M ago54:35

54:35

In this episode we sit down with Cody Hansen owner and operator of several construction businesses, including civil construction companies and a construction media company. Cody shares his story taking us through his start in construction, his service in the military, working in the union, then leaving his high paying job to take a leap of faith by…

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#072 Homeschooled, Married At 20 Years Old, Now Construction Entrepreneur, and Not Missing Out! 39:09

5M ago39:09

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In this episode we sit down with Shawn Martin, a 20 year old entrepreneur in construction. Shawn did not have the "traditional" upbringing we have come to know in the U.S. but Shawn does not feel like he is missing out. Shawn shares his story, what it was like being homeschooled, being raised on the jobsite, getting married at 18 years old, buildin…

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#071 Teaching Trades In Prison, Entrepreneurship, Safety Director, A Few Jonte's Construction Jobs! 46:00

5M ago46:00

46:00

In this episode we sit down with Jonte Hawkins, a guy who has done it all in construction. Jonte takes us through his story, starting in Baltimore, getting an education in the trades, starting his own business, teaching in Federal prison, becoming a licensed builder all over the US, and being a safety director for a national general contractor. He …

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#070 Does This Trade Lift More Than You? Power Lifting & Making 100K After Taxes In This Trade! 1:12:32

5M ago1:12:32

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In this episode we sit down with "Joshua Savage Maw" aka "jmawnster" on IG. He shares his story coming up from a turbulent childhood, how that forged him into the man he is today, how he found himself in his trade, and why power lifting is important to him as a leader in the industry. Not many people think of this trade when they think about a care…

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#069 Serving A Greater Purpose With A Construction Business While Raising A Family With 7 Children! 58:47

5M ago58:47

58:47

In this episode we sit down with Melvin Martin the owner and operator of Martin Family Craftsmen. Martin shares his story growing up in Mennonite culture (similar to Amish), and what it was like leaving that culture while growing his thriving carpentry business. Martin also shares what it is like to balance business with raising a family of 7 child…

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#068 Building Foundations, Mental Health In Construction with The Wealthy Iron Worker 52:20

6M ago52:20

52:20

For the first time we have a guest join the podcast for a second episode. After our last episode, the Wealthy Iron Worker and I started discussing a recent tragedy in his life, and how important it is to address the mental health crisis in construction. Whether you've lost a loved one, experienced depression, struggled substance abuse, or faced fin…

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#067 Is It Easier To Fool A Man, Or Convince Him He's Been Fooled? Make 100K In This Trade No Degree 1:02:49

6M ago1:02:49

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In This episode we sit down with "The Wealthy Iron Worker". Rusty shares his success story in the iron working trade, where he see's opportunity in the industry, why the industry is in dire need of mentors, and his take on the impending population collapse in the construction industry. What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers ev…

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#066 The Worst Advice For High School Students and 10 Skills To Develop To Guarantee Success! 37:57

6M ago37:57

37:57

In this episode I share terrible advice I hear parents give their children. It happens to be the same advice I received when I was in High School. As an alternative, we cover 10 valuable skills that you can begin to develop while you are still in High School (or any stage in life). What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everyt…

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#065 Stealing Your Job? Can A Robot Or A.I. Replace The Blue Collar Worker in Construction Jobs? 39:57

7M ago39:57

39:57

Will A.I. or Robots steal jobs from hard working professionals in construction? The answer is "not anytime soon"! Listen to this episode for the main reasons why, where technology is actually helping humans improve their work experience, and what A.I. experts actually see for the future of construction! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This…

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#064 Population Collapse In Construction Make BIG Money, Unleash Potential w/ Unlimited Career Paths 10:32

7M ago10:32

10:32

How real is population collapse and what does that mean for you? In this episode we talk about the reality of population collapse and how that effects the job market. With a decreasing supply and increasing demand, HUGE salary increases are projected for the foreseeable future. Make sure you are aware, your children are aware, and make sure you edu…

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#063 Hurricane Recovery In Asheville & Starting At The Bottom, w No Education Then Rising To The Top 53:30

7M ago53:30

53:30

In this episode we sit down with Aaron Moore. Aaron is a project manager for MBA Construction and is currently working on a new development in Asheville North Carolina. Asheville is the epicenter of destruction after Hurricane Helene. Aaron gives us an update… what it was like in the days leading up to the hurricane, what has happened since, and wh…

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#062 Hurricane Preparedness, 7 Ways Make Your Jobsite Ready To Survive The Storm! 31:32

8M ago31:32

31:32

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, and with two more hurricanes on their way in the Gulf Of Mexico we sit down to discuss 7 ways to make your jobsite ready to survive a hurricane... and really any storm or disaster. Two years ago I had to learn these things on the fly as hurricane Ian approached us in Florida. Don't learn things the hard way! Li…

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#061 - 7 Unanswered Prayers That Lead To A Successful Career In Construction 57:57

8M ago57:57

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7 Unanswered Prayers that lead to my success in construction. In this episode I give a glimpse into my story. Particularly how 7 unanswered prayers wound up playing in my favor in the long run. If you feel like you have an unfair start in life, or like things aren’t going your way, or like you’ve failed and ruined your future… not of those things a…

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#060 7 Ways You Can Tell If A Contractor Is Lying To You! 34:51

8M ago34:51

34:51

In this episode we talk about contractors who lie. It can be difficult for a young person, or new person, in construction management to tell when contractors and subcontractors aren't telling the truth, or need to be challenged. It is important to know how to identify this situation and to know what to do about it! What is the Construction Mentor P…

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#059 Why Is The Suicide Rate So High In Construction? The Real Reasons, Suicide Prevention Week 49:02

8M ago49:02

49:02

This week is suicide prevention week in the construction industry. Did you know that you are 5.5 times more likely to die from suicide as a person in construction than on the jobsite? Did you also know that you are 4 times more likely to die from suicide than the general population? Don’t worry, it is not something you can “catch” and it is not the…

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#058 Don't Be Fat & Out Of Shape In Construction, How To Be Healthy In The Skilled Trades! 57:19

8M ago57:19

57:19

The modern avatar for a construction worker is fat, and out of shape. We picture a large man with a flannel shirt and his butt crack hanging out of his pants. It does not have to be that way! In this episode we bring in the The "Benchin Bricky" to talk about how he stays in shape as a mason in the UK, how he became a mason, and how much you can mak…

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#057 The DUMBEST Reason To Go To College, Parents & Students... A Message For You! 16:32

9M ago16:32

16:32

Before you decide what college you would like attend and before you decide what career you would like to pursue, you must evaluate the cost of the education vs the salary this will enable you to make. What does a college tuition cost? What will the student loan cost you each month for 30 years until it is paid off? How does the student loan interes…

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#056 #1 Way To Increase Profit Margins In Construction! The Importance of Preconstruction 57:22

9M ago57:22

57:22

What is “Precon” and why is it so important. Precon, or preconstruction, is the single most impactful influence on the outcome of a project, both in the schedule and the bottom line. Meet Andy Leek, Head Of Product at ConCntric. Andy shares his career path, through college and into the Design world, then to the contracting world, and how all of his…

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#055 Market Update For Construction Jobs, Which States Are Hot? Do You Need A Degree To Become A PM? 43:08

9M ago43:08

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Time for a job report! In this episode we bring in George Arnold, a recruiter in the construction industry. George shares insights about the construction jobs market across North America and the United Kingdom! We cover what states are hot for construction jobs, and which are not, how many apprenticeships are available across the country, how do yo…

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#054 Increasing Profit Margins, & Streamline Material Purchasing On Projects With This Software! 50:27

9M ago50:27

50:27

In this episode we sit down with Eric Helitzer, Founder of SubBase. Eric shares his story which started in concrete subcontracting. There he recognized a giant need in the construction industry which inspired him found a tech start-up called SubBase. SubBase is a platform that is streamlining the MOST CIRITCAL aspect of construction, the procuremen…

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#053 Does Your Small Construction Business NEED A.I.? Gain Efficiency Lower Risk For $20 Per Month! 33:15

10M ago33:15

33:15

We sit down with Luke Hansen, CEO of CompanyCam. Luke shares his story growing up in the residential roofing world and how he got an idea to revolutionize the construction industry, especially for small contractors. Luke developed an app to help coordinate and document construction projects in a way that is practically hands free. With Over 200,000…

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#052 Overcoming A 15 Year Battle With Addiction, Making100k In This Trade Without Formal Education! 58:59

10M ago58:59

58:59

In this episode we sit down with Bobby Armstrong AKA @blue_collar_code. Bobby is an HVAC technician in the Phoenix Arizona area with a WILD life story. Bobby shares his life experiences, growing up without an education, moving to several different cities where he gained his experience in the HVAC trades, overcoming a 15 year battle with addiction, …

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#051 Keys To Success For Women In Male Dominated Industries, Critical Skills EVERY Person Needs! 58:52

10M ago58:52

58:52

This episode is for the men too! We sit down with Anna Tompkins and Tiffany Hutcheson, two women in the metal industry and active members of the Association of Women In The Metal Industries. We discuss a variety of topics including what niche they found careers in (metal fabrication & scrap metal buying), keys to success that EVERYONE can learn fro…

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#050 How To Make 100K Working Just 6 Days A Month, Start A Business With This Construction Job! 1:03:44

10M ago1:03:44

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In this episode we sit down with Robert Lujan, Owner and Operator of Lujan Elite Concrete in Southern California. We discuss how he got into the trade, how he started his company 4 years ago, how he has managed to make over 120k per year while only working 6 days per month, how much money immigrants are actually making in this trade, and how he bal…

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#049 Two High Impact Tips To Create Successful Project Schedules In Construction Jobs 22:20

11M ago22:20

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75% of construction projects blow the schedule. Why is that? Because 99% of people do NOT do these simple things! Whether I am working with someone who has been in the industry for 30 years or 30 days, I see the same mistake over and over again... it should not be that way! Incorporate these simple tips into your management strategy and prosper! Wh…

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#048 Does a Non-union Plumber Make More Than You? Overcoming Losing Your Parents To Make Millions! 42:51

11M ago42:51

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In this episode we sit down with Marc Mason to talk about is upbringing and how he has risen to own several 7 figure businesses. Marc walks us through his personal life growing up; being raised by his grandparents, trauma he experienced at a young age, his experience at a vocational high school, getting his plumbing license and the obstacles he ove…

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#047 - 8 Best College Degrees For The Construction Careers That Pay Well! 53:30

11M ago53:30

53:30

A lot of people think that advocating for the construction industry means that you are anti-education. That could not be further from the truth! A lot of people do not realize that there are plenty of opportunities to work in the construction industry, in clean clothes and in an office... in a job that pays well! Listen to this episode to find out …

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#046 5 Reasons Why Subcontractors HATE General Contractors 35:07

12M ago35:07

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Listen to find out why oh why subcontractors hate general contractors! This is a quick one! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manager or construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction jobs that pay w…

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#045 Overcoming Child Abuse, Homelessness To Make Millions In Construction Jobs As A Demolition Man! 55:13

12M ago55:13

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Al Miller has one of my favorite life stories ever shared on this podcast. If they made a movie about his life, it would be a box office hit immediately. Al shares what his life was like when he was abandoned by his parents at 13 years old and thrown into an abusive institution that he could not escape until he was 18. He finally left to become hom…

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#044 Triumph Over The Haters! Never Let Others Doubt Stop You From Making Millions In Construction! 1:05:12

12M ago1:05:12

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In this episode we welcome Will Betances, Owner and Founder of “Energize Us”, and electrical contractor in the New York & Connecticut area. Will shares his story of humble beginnings, growing up in Queens NY, and how he built his multi-million-dollar electrical contracting business without a college degree. Most intriguing, he shares his answer to …

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#043 How To Start Your Construction Career In Highschool, Earning, Saving, & Invest For Retirement! 42:26

1y ago42:26

42:26

On this episode we speak with Brent McCartney from CT Tech, a technical high school in Connecticut. Brent shares a VERY UNIQUE opportunity that young people in the area should take advantage of. Even if you do not live in this area, you should be on the look out for a school like this near you! A LOT of people message me asking how to start their c…

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#042 Shocking Divorce, Suicidal Thoughts, Switching to A Construction Career, Failing & Succeeding! 56:08

1y ago56:08

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On this episode we sit down with Nick Stevens, AKA “Big Daddy Decks”. Nick is in sales for a deck builder in the North Carolina area. Nick is also a business and sales coach for aspiring deck builders who are seeking to start their own company OR enhance their existing business. The BEST part of this episode is Nick’s entrance into the construction…

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#041 Dream & Grow Rich, How To Create The Future Of Your Dreams Through A Career In Construction! 1:17:03

1y ago1:17:03

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Best selling author Ken Rusk, author of “Blue Collar Cash” joins the podcast. This episode is like “Think & Grow Rich” but for the Blue Collar world! We discuss Ken’s humble upbringings, what is was like growing up with a physical disfigurement (on his face), how he built his 200+ person company, taking on debt to start a business, how to evaluate …

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#040 Saving Thousands Of Man-hours On Construction Jobs With These Revolutionary Tools! Reekon Tools 1:02:52

1y ago1:02:52

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On this episode we sit down with Christian Reed, CEO and Co-founder of Reekon Tools. Christian and his company have done the unthinkable, they have revolutionized on of the most elemental tools in the construction industry. They have taken something as simple as a tape measure and applied advanced technology and a new aged approach to it. These too…

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#039 Effects Of Racism Across Generations, Not Being A Victim, Finding Success In Construction Jobs! 1:01:45

1y ago1:01:45

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This episode introduces you to the "white collar" world of construction with my former colleague Sam Gray. Sam is an Assistant Project Manager for a 9-figure General Contractor in Southwest Florida, working on a range of projects that includes; hotels, multi-family high rises, hospitals, country clubs, etc. Sam embodies everything that an executive…

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