Videos

Sept. 25, 2025

Breaking Down Your Work: A Strategic Guide to Outsourcing and Automation

Ever feel overwhelmed by your to-do list? That sensation of drowning in tasks while your most important work gets pushed aside? You're not alone—and there's a solution hiding in plain sight. In this eye-opening episode, Jesse breaks down a deceptively simple framework for identifying exactly which tasks in your life…

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Sept. 24, 2025

Ready to take the next step in your trades career journey?

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Sept. 18, 2025

Laying the Groundwork: Innovation with Joseph Richards

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Joseph Richards, the owner and chief takeoff officer at Flooring Takeoffs. Joseph discusses his unique career path, transitioning from an English teacher to a business owner, and the challenges he faced along the way. He talks about the…

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Sept. 18, 2025

Laying the Groundwork: Innovation with Joseph Richards

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Joseph Richards, the owner and chief takeoff officer at Flooring Takeoffs. Joseph discusses his unique career path, transitioning from an English teacher to a business owner, and the challenges he faced along the way. He talks about the…

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Sept. 11, 2025

Culture, Courage, and Connection: The Keys to Better Leadership with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez Mielke

Monterey, Mexico, to the United States, highlighting the importance of learning and teaching throughout her career. She emphasizes the significance of interpersonal skills, understanding cultural scripts, and being respectfully curious to thrive in diverse workplaces. This enlightening discussion delves into how cultural awareness can impact workplace dynamics, especially in safety,…

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Sept. 11, 2025

Culture, Courage, and Connection: The Keys to Better Leadership with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez Mielke

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse engages with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez-Mielke, an expert in talent development and organizational analysis, who offers insights on cultural competence and adaptability. Dr. Alejandra shares her journey from Monterey, Mexico, to the United States, highlighting the importance of learning and…

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Sept. 4, 2025

Asking open-ended questions is powerful… but it’s not always the answer.

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Sept. 4, 2025

Why Your Personal Goals Keep Getting Pushed Aside (And How To Fix It)

The Guilt-Free Future Planning method helps prioritize personal goals that consistently get pushed aside when we're busy making things happen for everyone else. This three-step process—Brain Dump, DAMN Matrix, and Walking the Plank—creates a framework for getting your goals out of your head, prioritizing them, and committing to action. •…

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Sept. 3, 2025

Safety isn’t about being a “cop.” It’s creating systems that serve the people on the ground.

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Sept. 2, 2025

If we want safer job sites and stronger teams, we can’t ignore mental wellness. Be the change.

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Aug. 28, 2025

The Blueprint for Better Leadership: Kabri Lehrman-Schmidt

In this insightful episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Kabri Luhrman Schmidt, a nationally recognized construction influencer and project superintendent at Hensel Phelps. Kabri shares her 18-year journey in the construction industry, focusing on complex projects and redefining leadership. The conversation delves into her approach to…

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Aug. 28, 2025

The Blueprint for Better Leadership: Kabri Lehrman-Schmidt

In this insightful episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Kabri Luhrman Schmidt, a nationally recognized construction influencer and project superintendent at Hensel Phelps. Kabri shares her 18-year journey in the construction industry, focusing on complex projects and redefining leadership. The conversation delves into her approach to…

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Aug. 26, 2025

We can't emphasize it enough...INVEST in your people!

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Aug. 21, 2025

The Nomadic Entrepreneur: Heather Jones on Transforming the Construction Industry

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse revisits a conversation with Heather Jones of Archer Estimation and Consulting. Heather shares her insights on battling estimator burnout and stress, her journey to starting a business with her husband, Jake, and their lifestyle as digital nomads. They discuss the…

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Aug. 21, 2025

The Nomadic Entrepreneur: Heather Jones on Transforming the Construction Industry

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse revisits a conversation with Heather Jones of Archer Estimation and Consulting. Heather shares her insights on battling estimator burnout and stress, her journey to starting a business with her husband, Jake, and their lifestyle as digital nomads. They discuss the…

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Aug. 20, 2025

What does it really take to work anywhere?

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Aug. 19, 2025

Do you know when to stop asking and start directing?

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Aug. 17, 2025

Workplace chaos often boils down to two things: unclear boundaries & unspoken expectations.

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Aug. 14, 2025

Time Management? Nah. It's Self Management.

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Aug. 14, 2025

Mastering Your Time, Putting Yourself First

We explore a comprehensive time management framework designed specifically for high achievers who excel at delivering for others but struggle to prioritize themselves. This system helps you honor personal commitments without sacrificing performance, using a three-phase approach that reduces stress and increases focus. • The Self-First Time Mastery Framework addresses…

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Aug. 13, 2025

Lean and mean is useless without human leadership.

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Aug. 12, 2025

The key to thriving? Embracing change.

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Aug. 10, 2025

Your brain, under construction 🚧 Stick around! New pathways are being built.

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Aug. 7, 2025

Chelsea Boateng: Empowering Women to Own Their Story

Reclaiming the Voice of Professional Moms with Chelsea Boateng In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Chelsea Boateng, founder of The Professional Parent. Chelsea shares her expertise in helping high-achieving women navigate the intersection of professional and motherhood identities. They discuss the mental and emotional…

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