Best RIVET Work Podcasts (2025)

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EPI #37 - Finding Love In The Modern Dating World | Modern Success CEO & Mentor, Jared Laurence 34:15

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My guest on this episode on the Everything Matters Podcast is Jared "Psych" Laurence. Jared is an International Motivational Speaker, CEO of Modern Success, Author of two books: “How To Meet Your Dream Girl Tonight” and “The Psychology Of Modern Flirting”, Trained Therapist, as well as a globally recognized Lifestyle Consultant and Dating Mentor. F…

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Why Moms Need to Escape: How 48 Hours Away Can Save Your Sanity (and Your Family) 49:01

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In this eye-opening conversation, Pam sits down with Jillian McCloskey, founder of momcations.co, who transformed her life by booking a spontaneous trip to Iceland when her daughters were 4 and 5. After years of saying 'yes' to everyone but herself, Jillian hit burnout and discovered the life-changing power of intentional time away from family resp…

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God's Peace vs Your Anxiety: A Faith-Based Guide to Making Life's Biggest Decisions 19:18

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In this soul-stirring episode, Mandi opens up about facing major life transitions as her husband retires from military service after 20 years. She shares how previous seasons of upheaval prepared her for making difficult decisions today, and why slowing down to listen for God's guidance is essential for discernment. Learn powerful strategies for de…

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When Spiritual Attacks Confirm You're on the Right Path: Finding Peace in the Chaos 45:25

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In this raw and vulnerable episode, Pam and Mandi open up about their recent health scares, emotional struggles, and the intense spiritual warfare they've experienced. After riding a wave of blessings throughout 2024, both hosts found themselves facing unexpected medical emergencies, mental health challenges, and moments of darkness they hadn't exp…

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Episode 219: Mailbag and Goodbye For Now 48:49

4M ago48:49

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We take on a mailbag question, and then talk a bit about the upcoming AB Testing hiatus as Alan prepares for a very long walk in the woods.

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From Fired to Freedom: How One Dietitian Built a Thriving Business After Career Disaster 31:42

4M ago31:42

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In this candid conversation, registered dietitian Ana Reisdorf shares her remarkable journey from being fired from her job to building a successful content business and launching GLP-1 Hub. Discover how she navigated career shifts, balanced entrepreneurship with motherhood, and found her true calling after years of friction. Ana reveals her unconve…

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Episode 218: The Principles of AI Assisted Coding 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

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We ramble a bit...but then get somewhere interesting. Worth a listen.

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How to Love Your Authentic Self: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing and Finding Your True Identity 24:22

4M ago24:22

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In this heartfelt reunion episode, Pam and Mandi dive deep into the journey of authentic self-love. From shifting between friend groups to feel accepted, to finally embracing their unique identities, they share personal stories of transformation and growth. Discover how letting go of people-pleasing behaviors leads to finding your tribe and buildin…

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Episode 217: Remote Work and Big News 42:29

4M ago42:29

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Alan gives Brent some advice on engaging remote workers, and Alan shares some bigly news.

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How to Embrace Life's Journey: Finding Confidence Through Adversity with Alyona Brivkina 50:29

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Join Pam as she sits down with Alyona Brivkina, a resilience coach who transformed her life by moving from Russia to Canada alone at 22. From overcoming a severe speech impediment to building a thriving coaching business, Alyona shares how she conquered self-doubt and burnout to create a life of purpose. Discover practical wisdom on managing overwh…

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How to Embrace Your Worthiness: Overcoming Self-Doubt When Success Arrives 26:21

5M ago26:21

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In this raw and personal episode, Pam opens up about her unexpected reaction to being featured in two magazines – an achievement she worked hard for but struggled to celebrate. She shares her journey through self-doubt, unworthiness, and the pressure to downplay success. Whether you've felt undeserving of your victories or hesitant to share your ac…

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Episode 216: A Palate Cleanser from AI 41:08

5M ago41:08

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We take a mailbag question - and talk about other stuff.

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How to Break Free from People-Pleasing: A Faith-Based Guide to Self-Acceptance 27:11

5M ago27:11

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Join Mandi St. Germaine in this raw and honest episode as she shares her journey from constant validation-seeking to genuine self-acceptance. Learn how faith, motherhood, and personal growth shaped her path to authenticity. Discover practical insights on breaking free from people-pleasing, embracing your unique journey, and finding validation throu…

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802: You need to run your party 55:29

5M ago55:29

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Thyagu returns to the pod crew to discuss movies, some cricket, some politcking and a lot of autos. The sound quality still continues to be subpar but work and investment is being done. Or so one hopes.

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How to Build Meaningful Relationships: 3 Biblical Principles for Deeper Connections in 2025 28:52

5M ago28:52

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Feeling disconnected in today's fast-paced world? In this heartfelt episode, Pam Rivet shares powerful biblical wisdom on rebuilding and strengthening relationships after years of isolation. Learn three transformative principles for creating authentic connections: speaking life, closing emotional gaps, and taking courageous first steps toward recon…

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EPI #36 - The Riveting Story of Arlana Miller's Suicide | Educator & Mother, Janice Tappin-Miller 52:49

5M ago52:49

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Today, we have a deeply personal and important conversation with Janice Tappin-Miller, a mother who carries both warmth and unimaginable grief. Janice joins us to share the story of her beloved daughter, Arlana Miller—a bright, compassionate, and driven young woman who tragically passed away at just 19 years old. Arlana was a dedicated student at S…

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How to Break the Burnout Cycle: From Overwhelmed to Aligned 35:37

5M ago35:37

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Join MBS founders Pam Rivet and Mandi St. Germaine for an intimate discussion about burnout - what it really looks like, why it happens, and how to overcome it. Through personal experiences and faith-driven insights, they explore why January often triggers burnout and share powerful strategies for recognizing early warning signs. Learn why true rec…

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Episode 215: The Beat Goes On 48:33

6M ago48:33

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More ranting and discussions (and sometimes, some insights) from Brent and Alan.

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How to Stay Strong, Faithful, and Courageous Through Life's Challenges 58:03

6M ago58:03

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In this heartfelt episode of Finding My Best Self, Mandi St. Germain sits down with Katey Scott, the latest Beyond The Cape Icon. Katey opens up about her journey through grief, self-discovery, and resilience after loss. She shares how faith, fitness, and intentional self-care have helped her navigate life’s challenges while inspiring others along …

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How to Build an Unstoppable Mindset: Jenna Guerrero's Journey Beyond the Cape 41:09

6M ago41:09

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In this empowering episode of Finding My Best Self, Pam Rivet sits down with Jenna Guerrero, the latest Beyond the Cape Icon for MBS. Together, they unveil Jenna’s inspiring collection, "I Am Unstoppable," and explore the profound meaning behind each piece. Jenna shares her transformative experience with the 12-hour walk inspired by Colin O’Brady’s…

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Episode 214: The AI Apocalypse 42:46

6M ago42:46

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It's been a while, but we're back to disagree about measuring developer productivity, and then talk about the doom and rebirth coming from AI.

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801: That is how bad we are 50:20

6M ago50:20

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The pod is back. Some might argue that the pod never went anywhere in the first place but juvenile arguments aside, the pod is back, and back with mostly the same nonsense and some new. Trump, Cricket, Movies are all covered, as ever, and well of course, the L&T Chairman makes an appearance.

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How to Build Your Best Routines and Reclaim Your Time 22:48

6M ago22:48

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In this solo episode, Mandi St. Germaine shares her candid reflections on navigating the challenges of daily life while staying rooted in faith, intention, and personal growth. Discover practical tips to refine your routines, prioritize what matters most, and find peace in the midst of chaos. Mandi dives into the power of morning routines, the impo…

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EPI #35 - Who Broke The Education System 🤨 | Social Designer & Consultant, Dr. Kelly Page, PhD 59:37

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Dr. Kelly Page is a public speaker and social design ethnographer who works at the intersection of social learning and digital participation. She works with individuals and organizations interested in learning how they can be more truly social. She is passionate about working with people to develop their vision, voice and social ways to live, work …

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Drawing the Line: Setting Bold Goals and Embracing Change in 2025 38:00

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In this solo episode of Finding My Best Self, Pam Rivet dives into the transformative power of goal-setting and how to turn aspirations into reality. Reflecting on her own journey and insights from Darren Hardy’s powerful book, Pam discusses the importance of setting BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals), living with gratitude, and finding balance in e…

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Starting Fresh: Reflections, Gratitude, and Embracing 2025 43:01

7M ago43:01

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After a short hiatus, the "Finding My Best Self" podcast is back! In this heartfelt episode, Pam and Mandy reflect on the highs and lows of 2024, sharing personal growth moments, lessons learned, and the mindset shifts that carried them through. They discuss the power of gratitude, faith, and intentional living as they set their intentions for 2025…

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Episode 213: The 2024 Year in Review 54:10

7M ago54:10

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Usual end of year episode where we reflect on 2024, and look forward to 2025.

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Episode 212: AI and Engagement Surveys 45:57

8M ago45:57

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Once again, we ramble on topics we didn't plan on talking about.

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The WFM Champions 52:44

9M ago52:44

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Send us a text This special episode features the construction Workforce Management Champions group, an incredible group of electrical and mechanical contractors partnering with RIVET. The group discusses project managers and their role in labor management, succession, what keeps them up at night and how to make a case for Workforce Management for o…

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Episode 211: Leadership Stuff 43:48

9M ago43:48

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Welp - Alan asked Brent how it was going, he said it was review season, and then 40 minutes of babbling commenced

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Team Buy-In 1:13:38

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Send us a text Brian and Gary discuss adopting Workforce Management transformation among construction contractors and the importance of team buy-in, with new co-host Dustin Acker, RIVET Implementation Manager. Learn more at our website or on our social channels: Website Linkedin Facebook YouTubeBy RIVET Work

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Episode 210: Mailbag with ChatGPT 53:37

10M ago53:37

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We're lazy, so we let chatgpt kick us off with a mailbag question. Tangents followed.

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Episode 209: AI and Testing? 58:03

10M ago58:03

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It's hard to tell what we talked about in this episode. But it involved a sleep-deprived Alan, and Brent, the Cat-Lady.

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Episode 208: Brain Refactor w/ Dagna Bieda 55:28

11M ago55:28

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The wonderful Dagna Bieda joins us to talk about her new book, Brain Refactor. Buy the book at https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Refactor-Engineering-Fulfillment-Opportunities/dp/B0DB69G798/ and learn more about Dagna at https://www.themindfuldev.com/

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Episode 207: No, GenAI isn't replacing your team 47:42

11M ago47:42

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We talk about this article - https://stackoverflow.blog/2024/06/10/generative-ai-is-not-going-to-build-your-engineering-team-for-you/ - which is good, but hyperbolic at times.

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Pushing the boulder up the hill 14:46

12M ago14:46

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Send us a text The Hot Seat is a burden disguised as a promotion. Some shops call it Director of Field Force. Others, Superintendent. Regardless of the name, it’s a tough job. How long can you ride the lightning before burning out? It doesn’t have to be this way. Becoming the company firefighter isn't something you'll just have to accept because, w…

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So you wanna build your own WFM tool? 22:49

12M ago22:49

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Send us a text Building your own Workforce Management platform is expensive. On top of that, makeshift scheduling tools can’t withstand the test of time and will leave you in a lurch when they inevitably fail. Your people will find the limitations of your software far faster than you expect. It’s a lot harder than it might seem too, because writing…