Blue Collar Consulting Group Podcast

Navigating difficult conversations this holiday season is no easy task.  When you think about all that has happened this year, you can certainly bet on the fact that somebody is going to talk about something that is particularly sensitive.  Throw in an election year and you have all of the recipes you need for a good old fashioned family explosion! But fear not!  Based on the recomm...

It's the year 2020 and social media integration is literally everywhere.  Everyone you know has some sort of social media platform, even the ones who claim that they are not on social media.  Think about this, even your grandmother has a Facebook account!  With that being said, social media has proven itself to be one of the greatest opportunities for advancement in our generation....

Creating a side hustle is not the easiest thing in the world, but if you're going to do it, wouldn't you want to get the most out of it that you possibly could?  In this episode we explore options that increase your return on investment for any side hustle that you might be involved with.  Social media presents unlimited opportunities to expand the income potential of your current side h...

Jack Stack with Springfield Manufacturing Corporation championed the term "Open Book Management" when he took things over back in 1992 inside a re-furbishing division of International Harvester. Essentially, you open the books, share complete transparency, and help to build a trusting team. Many business experts believe it's a great strategy, yet it remains rare.  Would it work for your busin...

If you have a business, you need to focus on your brand. If you are a talented individual, you need to focus on your personal brand. Brand will win every single time, and that has been proven throughout history. When you look back on the most successful businesses and celebrities, it's all about brand. In this episode, we will discuss a few points of building a brand and how to set your foundation...

New sponsor! Brought to you by Seek Style , a fresh online store bringing you the best products from all over the world at AMAZING prices :) The world seems to be losing its mind on the requirement to wear a mask during this pandemic.  Even after being on this planet for multiple decades, I still find it incredibly interesting, and somewhat disappointing, that people will fight over something...

The United States Army selects Soldiers for promotion several times per year. They assemble high ranking Sergeants Major to review records and make the difficult decision of who gets promoted. No, it's not easy, but the Army just made it even tougher. In an effort to combat selection bias, they have removed the requirement of an official photograph in the board selection process. As you might imag...

All over the country, governments are requiring #masks to be worn. Also, there are people all over the country seemingly gathering on each side of the issue. Should I wear a mask? Should I try to make others wear a mask? Do they work?  Tune in and hear our thoughts on the matter so that you can be better equipped to navigate this tricky landscape.

Thank you, Dads! Being a father is no easy task, but it certainly doesn't take a ton of effort. One of the best ways that men can be good dads is by simply being available and living a decent life. Sometimes a good example is all it takes, but it shouldn't stop there. In this episode we highlight some great dads and offer advice to those that might be struggling. Tune in and tell your dad thanks!

Do you ever wonder what life would be like if you weren't crippled by every negative event that comes your way? What would your life be like if you could continue to be productive at your job even if you missed the promotion? What would it be like to continue to love your spouse even when they drive you crazy? In other words, how much better would your quality of life be if you were more resilient...

What you see in the news today is nothing more than centuries old game of blaming. This group is mad about what this person did and this other group is mad at the group that's mad at this other group. People are rioting in the streets, the mob is on the move and no one seems to know what to do about it.  Have we tried accepting responsibility? That seems to be the best first step as we work t...

"To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering." - Friedrich Nietzsche Celebrated Austrian psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor Viktor Frankl (March 26, 1905–September 2, 1997) remains best-known for his indispensable 1946 psychological memoir Man’s Search for Meaning - a meditation on what the gruesome experience of Auschwitz taught him about the primary purpose of life...

Being able to accept criticism is absolutely essential to success. Tune in as we discuss how to properly accept criticism and turn it into an asset instead of a burden.

This time in our history marks an unprecedented opportunity to end, or significantly reduce, the problem of racism in the United States. We need to end racism in our police work, in our businesses and in our life. I firmly believe that we can do it, because it starts with personal decisions. The government won't end racism, it's up to you and me to do it. I know we can!

The tragic death of George Floyd is horrible. It didn't have to happen.

Understanding the differences between Memorial Day and Veterans Day shows the fallen the respect they deserve. We hope to share with you why that is so important. Thank you for tuning in! Visit our website, too: www.bluecollarconsultinggroup.com for more podcasts and blog posts.

In this episode, Sergeant Major Meade and I discuss a few foundations of leadership and their importance of early implementation. Full show notes are available on the podcast web page. Thanks for tuning in!

Detailed show notes are available on this episode's web page. Reaching your full potential requires focus, but it also requires knowing yourself and taking action. Please enjoy this episode and feel free to reach out to us on Twitter !

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