Feb. 14, 2026
Most of the opportunities I didn’t plan for came from people I met along the way...
Videos
Feb. 12, 2026
There’s a difference between setting someone up to fail and giving them room to learn.
Feb. 12, 2026
Why Relationships Are the Real Foundation of Construction with Mike Chiles
In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse interviews Mike Chiles, a seasoned project director in the construction industry. They discuss the unpredictable challenges of construction, the importance of relationship building, and effective leadership. Mike emphasizes the role of leaders in developing their teams, creating a balanced and…
Feb. 12, 2026
Why Relationships Are the Real Foundation of Construction with Mike Chiles
In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse interviews Mike Chiles, a seasoned project director in the construction industry. They discuss the unpredictable challenges of construction, the importance of relationship building, and effective leadership. Mike emphasizes the role of leaders in developing their teams, creating a balanced and…
Feb. 10, 2026
Sometimes you need to admit something isn’t working, even when it looks successful from the outside.
Take a mind shifting ride in Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be https://a.co/d/gkrug3v Gifts for signing up to the e-mail list: - Have some laughs with the Lean & Love Audio Book Blooper reel: https://www.depthbuilder.com/pl/2147665682 - Get yourself a sample of the Lean & Love Reflection Guide with…
Feb. 5, 2026
When Stories Meet Services: Can A Podcast Stay Honest While Owning Its Work
The truth landed on us after dozens of job site chats: some folks know our training but not the show, and others love the show but don’t know we train crews for a living. So we’re making it obvious. Learnings and Missteps is now Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder,…
Feb. 4, 2026
If a coach only has one answer, that’s not sharing their expertise—that’s giving you instructions.
Feb. 2, 2026
Letting go is hard, but holding on to everything yourself is how teams (and leaders) stall out.
Jan. 29, 2026
Stop Living Reactive And Start Choosing What To Optimize For
What if your calendar isn’t the problem—your priorities are? We walk through the FIRE Box, a clear, practical framework that helps you stop living reactive and start building a week that reflects what you value. Instead of chasing every ping, you’ll learn how to Finish First on the urgent and…
Jan. 28, 2026
The best leaders own their 1%, bridge the gap, and make everyone on their team better.
Jan. 22, 2026
Grit gets it done, flexibility keeps it moving. The best early hires bring both to the table.
Jan. 22, 2026
Learn How To Plan, Commit, And Execute Without Burning Out
Most leaders don’t have a time problem. They have a decision making problem. We break down a self-first framework that turns chaos into clarity by separating planning, commitment, and execution into clean lanes—each with its own tool and purpose—so you can stop spinning and start finishing the work that matters.…
Jan. 15, 2026
From Overbooked To In Control: A Practical Guide To Strategically Selfish Scheduling
Ever feel like your calendar is packed but your real life lives off to the side? We dig into a simple, no-fluff system to make every commitment visible, merge the hidden to-dos with the scheduled ones, and carve out protected time for sleep, movement, and deep work—without the guilt. The…
Jan. 13, 2026
The best solutions don’t come from being the smartest in the room, but from being the best listener.
Jan. 8, 2026
You Can Plan Forever, But Nothing Changes Until You Commit To One Next Step
Planning feels great until reality shows up. We’ve all sketched beautiful lists, only to watch them dissolve under meetings, family needs, and the next urgent fire. Today we turn planning into progress by committing to a simple, visual flow that respects your bandwidth and fuels momentum: brain dump, weigh impact…
