Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder

Listen in as Jesse and Rene enter the mindset of Jim Olmstead, a structural concrete Project Manager / Superintendent. As a concrete professional, Jim has built a foundation on respectfulness and timeliness. These three discuss the lessons of painful failure, identifying priorities, creating an environment of loyalty, and more. Ownership, leading change, and simply having a conversation are critic...

Listen in as Jesse and Rene discuss decision making and vulnerability in the context of leadership. Rene listens intently to strategies which transcend outcomes and Jesse shares the magic formula for being remembered well. Support the cause: https://www.patreon.com/learninsnmissteps Contact us at - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/learnins-n-missteps-6525b41b7/ Facebook: https://www.facebook....

Listen in as Jesse discusses how to craft a career change with Darci Spiteri, an electrical apprentice. Once detoured from a downtown career, Darci now lights up the trades. Here she conveys the boon of her powers in problem management and the value in relishing the growth process. Other priceless character values have been the conduit to animate her success. Discover the current that carries her...

Listen in as Jesse and Rene "set the form" of respect for tradesman with Jason Schroeder from Elevate Construction. Starting as a cement mason, Jason was unexpectedly launched into construction management. Today, Jason leads with a paradigm of elevating and celebrating craftworkers. In this episode, he shows how the right balance of tools, training, and opportunity can lead to a remarkab...

Listen in as Jesse and Rene take up planning, making your own luck, and soft-skills with Ian, a safety professional. From splitting DNA to horses on the streets of Dallas, Ian shares his journey of heart-felt and purposeful professionalism. He also plants seeds of what matters most and sets a worldview far beyond safety on the job. Exclusive content at: https://www.patreon.com/learninsnmissteps Co...

Listen in as Jesse and Rene candidly discuss the difference between "going the extra mile" and  "sucking up to the boss." Rene shares some misgivings about career moves based on co-worker feedback. Jesse reveals hidden truths which bring Rene's self-reflection into focus. This brand of philosophy grows construction careers. Exclusive content at: https://www.patreon.com/lea...

Listen in as Jesse and Rene travel with Diana past the windy road of money-making jobs to the path of caring for people. Diana, a Recruiting Manager, shares her journey of battling through life changing circumstances and serving compassionately in construction careers. The harrowing truth of racial injustice is also brought to light along with a call to speak for others. With tough skin and a cari...

Jesse and Rene flip through childhood memories of work with Ernest. Although Ernest is not a practicing Tradesman, he did grow up in the trades as a Plumber's Helper and carries those same life lessons today. In this heartfelt moment, these three brothers spell out how many transcendent human qualities are nurtured through the trades. Contribute to the mission at: https://www.patreon.com/lear...

Listen in as Jesse and Rene navigate how Jose and Manuel (twin plumbing and electrical Tradesman) chartered their course into careers in the trades. This is a story about homegrown drive to make things happen and making crucial life choices. Through hard work and continuous learning, the stage is set to build their future. Contribute to the mission at: https://www.patreon.com/learninsnmissteps Con...

Listen in as Jesse and Fernando exchange truths about working hard for your future, evolving the next generation, and the value of experience. Fernando, a sheet metal mechanic by trade and philanthropist by heart, touches on character-building hardships of life; Rene touches hearts with a reflection on the heroes that build our lives every day. Contribute to the mission at: https://www.patreon.com...

Meet Shannon Tymosko as she describes the windy road that led her to choosing a Career in the Trades and working towards becoming a Journeyman Electrician. We also discuss: - Being Human - Construction Culture - Unspoken realities behind Career choice Contribute to the mission at: https://www.patreon.com/learninsnmissteps Contact us at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/learnins-n-missteps-6525b41b7/ ht...

Rene shares about his Mentor Pancho and an internal conflict he has been wrestling with. (BE ADVISED we’re still working on the audio quality.)  We also cover the following: - Mentors - Shovels - Teaching styles - Bench pressing Lions - Confusing inconvenience and necessity Thanks for sticking with us Contribute to the mission at: https://www.patreon.com/learninsnmissteps Contact us at: https://ww...

There is a lot going on in this very first recording: (Be Advised audio is less than awesome. We will get better.) - we discuss the decisions that lead to me choosing a career in construction and the internal conflicts associated with that - introduction to our Cohost Rene - Career growth & Development - Proving that their are more options than flipping burgers or going to College, for High Sc...