Videos

Nov. 13, 2025

Lead Like You Build: Brian Anderson on Integrity, Grit, and Growth

Lead Like You Build: Brian Anderson on Integrity, Grit, and Growth

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Brian Anderson, President of Bear Construction. Brian shares his journey of starting his own construction company, driven by his desire to create his own values and methods. Despite initial setbacks, such as working for companies that went under…

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Nov. 13, 2025

Lead Like You Build: Brian Anderson on Integrity, Grit, and Growth

Lead Like You Build: Brian Anderson on Integrity, Grit, and Growth

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Brian Anderson, President of Bear Construction. Brian shares his journey of starting his own construction company, driven by his desire to create his own values and methods. Despite initial setbacks, such as working for companies that went under…

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Nov. 6, 2025

From Curveballs To Focus: A Practical Guide To Managing Distractions At Work

From Curveballs To Focus: A Practical Guide To Managing Distractions At Work

Ever blink at 4 p.m. and wonder where your day went? We’ve been there—busy all day yet weirdly light on results. This conversation lays out a distraction detox that replaces chaos with clarity using two simple moves: track the curveballs that hit you and cage the squirrels you chase. The…

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Oct. 30, 2025

How to Clear the Chaos (and Your Mind) with Melissa Stecher

How to Clear the Chaos (and Your Mind) with Melissa Stecher

Jesse interviews Melissa Stecher, founder of Hopeful Simplicity, discussing her 3S method designed to help busy moms declutter and organize their spaces for a more peaceful lifestyle. Melissa explains the importance of aligning organizational styles with personal and family needs, the emotional aspect of letting go of clutter, and the…

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Oct. 30, 2025

How to Clear the Chaos (and Your Mind) with Melissa Stecher

How to Clear the Chaos (and Your Mind) with Melissa Stecher

Jesse interviews Melissa Stecher, founder of Hopeful Simplicity, discussing her 3S method designed to help busy moms declutter and organize their spaces for a more peaceful lifestyle. Melissa explains the importance of aligning organizational styles with personal and family needs, the emotional aspect of letting go of clutter, and the…

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Oct. 29, 2025

When your space feels chaotic, your mind follows.

When your space feels chaotic, your mind follows.
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Oct. 23, 2025

Subcontracting Success: Transforming the Trade with Shayne Paterson

Subcontracting Success: Transforming the Trade with Shayne Paterson

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse welcomes Shane Patterson, founder and CEO of Jenga. With a background in finance and software engineering, Shane has focused on solving complex problems in the construction sector. The conversation highlights Shane's journey into the construction industry, his focus on…

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Oct. 23, 2025

Subcontracting Success: Transforming the Trade with Shayne Paterson

Subcontracting Success: Transforming the Trade with Shayne Paterson

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse welcomes Shane Patterson, founder and CEO of Jenga. With a background in finance and software engineering, Shane has focused on solving complex problems in the construction sector. The conversation highlights Shane's journey into the construction industry, his focus on…

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Oct. 21, 2025

Unexpected detours can lead to the best adventures...

Unexpected detours can lead to the best adventures...
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Oct. 16, 2025

This is how professionals actually get more done without working late

This is how professionals actually get more done without working late

Take Command of Your Day with the Daily Domination Board (https://www.depthbuilder.com/daily-task-template) Gear up for the new year (https://calendly.com/jesse04/self-first-webinar) The fastest path to real high performance isn’t a new app or a 4 a.m. alarm—it’s a cleaner day. We walk through a lightweight Daily Domination workflow that gets tasks out of…

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Oct. 9, 2025

Mastering Modern Marketing with Mohit Bhagchandani

Mastering Modern Marketing with Mohit Bhagchandani

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse interviews Mohit B Chandani, a data-led marketing expert and founder of Adeptimize. They delve into the essence of modern branding, discussing the importance of personal and business identities. Mohit highlights that a successful brand must stick in consumers' minds and…

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Oct. 9, 2025

Mastering Modern Marketing with Mohit Bhagchandani

Mastering Modern Marketing with Mohit Bhagchandani

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse interviews Mohit Bhagchandani, a data-led marketing expert and founder of Adeptimize. They delve into the essence of modern branding, discussing the importance of personal and business identities. Mohit highlights that a successful brand must stick in consumers' minds and emphasizes…

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Oct. 8, 2025

The power of humanizing your brand

The power of humanizing your brand
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Oct. 7, 2025

You can’t plan every step...

You can’t plan every step...

Sometimes it takes a leap to find your path. Hear more in the most recent episode of the podcast!

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Oct. 6, 2025

Megan Shapiro: Authenticity as a Superpower

Megan Shapiro: Authenticity as a Superpower

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse reconnects with Megan Shapiro, an accomplished lawyer and repeat guest. They discuss her evolving career and ventures, including launching the Converge Construction Summit and her business coaching initiatives. Megan shares insights on navigating setbacks, growing her network, and intentionally serving…

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Oct. 2, 2025

Megan Shapiro: Authenticity as a Superpower

Megan Shapiro: Authenticity as a Superpower

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse reconnects with Megan Shapiro, an accomplished lawyer and repeat guest. They discuss her evolving career and ventures, including launching the Converge Construction Summit and her business coaching initiatives. Megan shares insights on navigating setbacks, growing her network, and intentionally serving…

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Sept. 25, 2025

Want stronger teams? Start by giving your people the power to decide.

Want stronger teams? Start by giving your people the power to decide.
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Sept. 25, 2025

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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.

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