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Christi Powell ( co host of Women Talk Construction) talk about how over producing and always being busy kept her from enjoying life. Slowing down helped her discover herself. For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in learning more about…

In a world that’s so demanding and fast-paced, it’s important that we slow down and connect with ourselves and each other. That’s the main lesson this week’s guest has learned (and is still learning) along her career path. In this episode, I welcome Christi Powell, Co-Founder of Women Confidence Builders,…

Sometimes all we gotta do is relax and accept the truth. We have to let go of the comforting lies we tell our selves. The energy we pour into convincing ourselves and the people around us is better spent sharing our gifts and talents in leaving things better than we…

With the recent influx of technology and digital innovation, every business in every industry has the opportunity to become more efficient, sustainable, and optimize their processes. People in the trades are no exception! So, what happens when you mix digital innovation, financial education, and the trades? Here’s a hint… it…

Michael Fina, New York Finance Executive talks to us about his Learning and Misstep on how a major life event helped him understand the value of community and a life of service. For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in…

For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in learning more about The Last Planner System, Lean Construction, 8 Wastes, Visual Management, Daily Huddles, PPC, A3 thinking, Problem Solving, Construction Change Makers, Gemba or 5s check out: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GLOREN5ORFT8aUHo81YRcP For Interviews with…

🥳#celebration🥳 Its way easy for me to challenge my people about celebrating, taking time to embrace their wins there by recognizing and including others in these wins. And yesterday as I was producing the latest episode of the Learnings and Missteps Podcast, I decided to express gratitude to the #LnMfamily…

With the recent influx of technology and digital innovation, every business in every industry has the opportunity to become more efficient, sustainable, and optimize their processes. People in the trades are no exception! So, what happens when you mix digital innovation, financial education, and the trades? Here’s a hint… it…

#Accountability "We must hold them accountable" this statement confuses me. I checked out the Google and here is the definition Accountability: the fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility In Jesse-land Accountability is rooted in commitments. How do you hold someone else accountable🤔 Is the need for others to be…

Female and minority contractors need more representation, compensation, and respect in their industry. There’s no doubt about it! But how do we make that happen? This week’s guest is a prime example of that mission coming to life. In this episode, I welcome Demetria Bivens, Managing Member at dlb Consultants…

Demetria Bivens shares her lesson regarding the fundamentals of Project Management. Going and seeing the situation for yourself can save you a lot of pain. And when you make a mistake be prepared to roll up your sleeves to get the job across the finish line. Read the specifications, always…

Delegating is a power skill for any manager. It is best used in the development of others capabillities, however it is skill that takes practice. For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in learning more about The Last Planner System,…

Gabriel Garcia shares his Misstep about trying to be all things to everyone. This misstep has been made by a whole bunch of us as we transition into leadership roles like foreman and superintendent. For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey…

Gabriel Garcia shares some the recruiting secrets Marek uses to engage High School students in accessing fruitful careers. With early dreams as a Rockstar he found an environment he would thrive in on the jobsite. Understanding the value of giving back to the community, Gabriel took a leadership role as…

Female and minority contractors need more representation, compensation, and respect in their industry. There’s no doubt about it! But how do we make that happen? This week’s guest is a prime example of that mission coming to life. In this episode, I welcome Demetria Bivens, Managing Member at dlb Consultants…

#Selfcare has a different form for each of us. Some methods of caring for ourselves are a matter of committing the time to making it happen. And for some self care activities the ⏱️clock⏱️ is ticking. What will it take for you to invest in yourself before that expiration date…

This Monday Morning Hug is about winning at life and winning with your community. It is also a bit of a celebration of the Social Media Mogul / entrepreneur Jesse. F,or some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in learning more…

For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in learning more about The Last Planner System, Lean Construction, 8 Wastes, Visual Management, Daily Huddles, PPC, A3 thinking, Problem Solving, Construction Change Makers, Gemba or 5s check out: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GLOREN5ORFT8aUHo81YRcP For Interviews with…

Gabriel Garcia shares some the recruiting secrets Marek uses to engage High School students in accessing fruitful careers. With early dreams as a Rockstar he found an environment he would thrive in on the jobsite. Understanding the value of giving back to the community, Gabriel took a leadership role as…

This is a dual purpose hug. 1 part reflection about community and 1 part personal announcement. As a result of the people in my life I am now understand the way I best serve and this has inspired me to go out on my own. So I will be a…

Heres a remedy to brighten up your Blue Monday. Do you honor yourself the way you honor others? Where is your self care game lacking? Imagine a world where you inspire yourself as much as you inspire others. For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday…

Edwards Misstep is one many a craftworker has had. We all too often are compelled to spend a dollar to save a dime. For some thoughts intended to inspire your thinking check out our Monday Morning Hugs at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnVikYCgUE4GwiOGdkM40T3XeautQEKey Interested in learning more about The Last Planner System, Lean Construction,…

Some of us are afflicted with a drive to serve. Stephanie Hajducek, BSIET is one of the #afflicted She has taken it upon herself to serve in changing the worlds of many young women through This One's for the Gals What are you prepared to sacrifice to make the change…