Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder

The trades can take you places you have never been before, including an international skilled trades competition!  Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps with Louise Azzopardi, a heavy vehicle mechanic turned life coach, mentor, and motivational speaker based in Sydney, Australia. Louise was the first woman to compete in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics at the WorldSkills International Competiti...

The trades can take you places you have never been before, including an international skilled trades competition!  Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps with Louise Azzopardi, a heavy vehicle mechanic turned life coach, mentor, and motivational speaker based in Sydney, Australia. Louise was the first woman to compete in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics at the WorldSkills International Competiti...

We got a special treat for you. I got to interview Lester Young on the OG Spotlight Livestream and his story moved me so I felt the need to share the conversation here. Lester's story is one of perseverance after spending 20 years in prison he is now walking in service to others. Taking the lessons he learned and paying it forward. Path 2 Redemption Website: https://path2redemption.org/about-...

Many of us fear turning our hobbies into a career will make us hate our hobbies… but today’s guest has figured out how to keep finding joy, creativity, and fulfillment in both. She’s learned how to make money from her passion and share her talents with the world, all while inspiring others to be creative and even join the trades themselves.  Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps as I w...

 Do you believe in the value of your workers? Do you believe that your employees are the most valuable asset of your company? Do you want to create systematic change in your company and feel more fulfilled at work? If so, join me in this episode of Learnings and Missteps as I welcome John Toups, Founder and CEO of MyeTracker, to talk about how to reduce turnover and increase job satisfaction for y...

No one’s path to success in the trades is linear. Many of us have had several different jobs and hurdles to jump over before finding the career that ‘clicks’ and truly fires us up. Speaking of fire, how would you like a peek into the world of a professional firestopper and life safety consultant? Join me on this episode of Learnings and Missteps as I welcome Sharron Halpert, Founder of Halpert Lif...

This is it the final Calabosession with Thomas Lamay on The Goal. This episode is packed with personal insights on leadership, courage and organizational change. Thomas makes an important announcement that will benefit the Construction Industry for years to come. Engage with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills:    https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/214756...

Thomas Lamay & Jesse Hernandez are at it again. Talking about the string and the drum plus their personal insights on leadership and continuous improvement. This is the 2nd to last conversation on The Goal. Engage with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills:    https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D Coupon Code JESSE get your copy of Lean...

Jesse & Thomas Lamay are at again talking about engaging with the Trades, constraints and making construction better for everyone involved. Oh Yeah and they talk about The Goal also ;-) Engage with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills:    https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D Coupon Code JESSE Get the time management system that will m...

Thomas and I are back at it again with collab session number four, and it's kind of like our really good friend, Mr. Davis Hambrick said,  the entire conversation is. Framed around the, the goal, and then we just kind of keep veering off and getting into deeper subjects, like super deep, highly intellectual subjects like booger, flicking, I know it sounds goofy, but there is a serious tone to...

Have you ever wondered, “Damn, where would I be now if I didn’t give up on my dream?” You’re not the only one. Betraying yourself by fearing rejection, or even fearing success, is a hard pill to swallow.    Join me as I talk with Rolando Sanchez, Performance Evaluator at Field Verified and former baseball coach and scout, about his journey to entering the trades and how he turned his fear of rejec...

Some of us find it impossible to feel driven and excited by traditional careers… that’s why it’s important to explore all types of career paths, especially in the trades!   Join me as I chat with Kasia Sznel, Structural Ironworker at NYC Locals 40 & 361, about how becoming an ironworker changed her life and gave her purpose and drive in her career.   Kasia didn’t know about the ironworking pro...

Thomas Lamay brings it again. This time addressing the subject of masculinity and actions we can take to improve mental wellness in the construction Industry. Plus we finally talk about the infamous Herby and bottle necks. connect with Thomas at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaslamay/ Engage with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills:    https://www.d...

There’s a lot of room for improvement in demonstrating care and appreciation for people in the trades. Tradespeople change lives! As a tradesperson, you have the opportunity to help develop other people by sharing the knowledge you’ve gained. Though, it’s a lot harder to help others when you aren’t taking the time to help yourself.   Join me in this episode as I talk with HVAC pro, Aaron Gibson, a...

This is the second installment, the second issue, the second recording with Mr. Thomas Lamay on our collab O session over the goal. So far, the feedback on the first one has been amazing, and I kind of knew like, yeah, it's long. This one's almost as long,    But it's so packed with his stories of how he applied, what he was learning, like in the moment. He makes references to his j...

Oh man, this one has been a long time coming. the seed was planted by Thomas Thomas. Lamay If you don't know Mr. Thomas Lamay you're gonna get to know him, uh, super deep intellect, excitement around systems thinking and the theory of constraints. Uh, the seed was planted back when Felipe and I were recording the collab sessions on the lean builder. He dropped a little comment on the cha...

Struggles, we all face them. In school, in work, in our personal lives, and in our relationships. If we use the lessons we learn from the struggles we face to inspire the rest of our choices, there’s no saying what we can’t achieve.   Join me in this episode as I speak with landscaper, entrepreneur, and opportunist, Michael Bauman, about the lessons he’s learned from starting a business, the dange...

Struggles, we all face them. In school, in work, in our personal lives, and in our relationships. If we use the lessons we learn from the struggles we face to inspire the rest of our choices, there’s no saying what we can’t achieve.   Join me in this episode as I speak with Jennifer Longoria, VP of Sales, about her uniquely challenging life and how she got inspired to climb the corporate ladder of...

Personal development is a huge part of anyone’s career, even for those in the trades industry. Self-awareness, empathy, honesty, and communication are key factors to being an effective leader, business owner, and most importantly, becoming the best version of yourself.   Join me in this episode as I speak with Chris Gutkes, President of Island Elevator, a people-first company offering the most com...

Being a little too careless on the job site or not having the proper gear can mean big consequences… or at the very least, a major reality check!   In this episode, I speak with Pete Zeppetella, a licensed journeyman carpenter and CEO of Zepps Gear. Before getting into the trades, Pete actually dreamed of being a clothing designer. Fortunately for him, his passion for clothing later collided with...

One thing the trades industry needs more of is support. Support for one another’s success, support for a better work/life balance, support in achieving goals and promotions, and frankly, more support for women.   In this episode, I welcome Carole Raftrey, a 30-year iron worker based in New York City and President of Iron Workers 197. Carole has experienced a regretful misstep that many of us don’t...

If one thing’s certain about working in a non-traditional role, it’s that you’ll never retire without a learning and misstep. Thankfully, we have people like Angela Gardner to empower women to build non-traditional careers, despite how dirty or unconventional it might be, and to create supportive communities for women in the trades so they can truly thrive.   In this episode, I welcome Angela Gard...

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, WBE-certified Sales Representative for 84 Lumber, and co-host of the Women Talk Constructi...

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 involves SUCCESS.    In this episode, I welcome Michael Fina, a New York...

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 and Senior Executive Director of Business Development for DFW Airport Texas. Demetria is...