Per Diem Podcast

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with Big Valentine, sharing voicemails from Texas and welcoming listeners back to the hotline messages. He reads podcast reviews and tackles listener questions, diving deep into the challenges of hiring from an owner's perspective. Keaton shares personal experiences and difficulties faced during the hiring process, including dealing with unexpected resignations...

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with personal updates, highlighting Turner Mining Group's growth. He candidly shares recent struggles and reflections, emphasizing the invaluable lessons gained from experience. Keaton discusses his caffeine habit and its influence on business decisions. A nod to the episode's sponsor, Dirt Gear Co, precedes a discussion on debunking the myth of a "sweet spot" i...

Keaton Turner introduces Railroad Toby, discussing the importance of trusting people's big plans. He addresses a listener's question from Instagram about finding investors, outlining steps for organically growing a business. Keaton emphasizes building a personal brand and understanding financial metrics to attract investors professionally. He explores the dynamics of partnering with investors and...

Keaton Turner begins with shout outs and his admiration for the Ford Bronco Raptor. He explores the idea of being overly romantic in business, drawing parallels to family movie nights. Keaton reflects on lessons from these movies, particularly the importance of heeding warning signs in business. He discusses the pitfalls of pursuing contracts for misguided reasons, advocating for practicality over...

Keaton Turner addresses the "someday" mentality, urging listeners to embrace change and take action. He introduces the Per Diem Podcast, sharing his personal journey and insights. Reflecting on a family trip to Palm Beach, Keaton discusses real estate and his mother's health battle, emphasizing the pursuit of "once in a lifetime" moments. He challenges societal norms, encouraging an expanded minds...

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with listener feedback and appreciation, setting a welcoming tone. He shares stories from listeners and delves into Turner Staffing Group's latest acquisition and the job opportunities it brings. An audio clip from Andy Frisella sparks a discussion on the importance of exceeding expectations and its impact on company culture. Keaton addresses the gradual decline...

Keaton Turner delves into personal coping mechanisms and the challenges of contemplating quitting, sharing his insights on maintaining integrity while exploring potential podcast sponsorships. He reflects on an employee's transformative journey, discussing the significance of ego death and the courage to ask for help. Keaton opens up about his own growth experiences, emphasizing the invaluable rol...

Keaton Turner shares insights from a day in the woods that ended empty-handed, relating it to setting business and personal goals for 2026. He discusses the decision to restart the podcast and offers valuable hunting advice. Keaton reflects on overcoming distractions and business challenges, stressing the importance of focus in work, marriage, and dealing with failure. He highlights Turner Mining...

Keaton Turner dives into the complexities of hiring, debunking common myths and emphasizing the importance of instinct in recruitment. He discusses the value of unconventional candidates, challenging traditional views on experience and qualifications. Keaton explores the experience paradox, where less conventional backgrounds can offer fresh perspectives. Trusting one's gut becomes a focal point i...

Keaton Turner opens with reflections on personal growth and the challenges of running a business. Engaging with listener interactions, he offers guidance for young entrepreneurs and discusses various career paths. The episode shifts focus to ownership stakes, equity investments, and maintaining financial health, with insights on equity negotiations. Keaton explores market realities and compensatio...

Keaton Turner begins the episode by tackling the issue of pretending, contrasting aspiring with pretending and emphasizing the need for humility. He shares personal experiences and offers advice to young professionals, highlighting the importance of surrounding oneself with experts and learning from past mistakes. Keaton discusses the risks associated with hiring the wrong expert and the impact pr...

Keaton Turner starts the episode with his morning routine and school drop-off, introducing Railroad Toby. Keaton delves into his self-care practices, emphasizing the significance of relaxation and deep thought on personal and business life. He discusses building confidence through self-improvement and highlights the benefits of skin-to-skin contact in his morning routine. Keaton reflects on post-f...

Keaton Turner begins by addressing comments from a previous episode. He shares a story about a vice principal's surprise at a kid's chapel and celebrates the Indiana Hoosiers. Keaton highlights Curt Cignetti's influence on Indiana football, drawing parallels between football philosophies and business life. He stresses the importance of celebrating wins, nurturing talent, and avoiding complacency i...

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with a fair warning before diving into advice for men. He discusses what women want and the gap between expectations and reality in a man's career. Keaton emphasizes the importance of support for achieving dreams and addresses the erosion of dreams amid business challenges. He explores scorekeeping, expectations, and the need to support women and value the journ...

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with an introduction featuring Frank Sinatra and Elon Musk. He shares his morning routine and a message from Sinatra before transitioning to Musk's insights on starting a company. Keaton reflects on startup realities, business challenges, travel struggles, and problem-solving. He addresses misconceptions about business ownership and explores managing growth with...

Keaton Turner welcomes listeners to the podcast, diving into the costs and operations of running it. He shares driving adventures and engaging listener interactions, including a shoutout to Nick in S Electric and the importance of business relationships. Keaton discusses challenges with slow-paying customers and vendors, highlighting cash flow issues during a coffee break. He shares restaurant sto...

Keaton Turner shares his experiences from Oregon, expressing gratitude to listeners while driving his Bronco. He reflects on the past year, incorporating listener feedback, and discusses the significance of patience in business involvement. Keaton explores the challenges and successes encountered while starting a business, highlighting execution's critical role as a life-or-death factor in busines...

Keaton Turner kicks off with reflections on failure, success, and Death Valley, leading into a road trip discussion with Instagram insights and shout outs. He tackles online criticism and misconceptions about equipment management, exploring the financial risks of renting versus buying. Keaton discusses strategies for equipment purchases in short-term contracts, balancing renting for growth and buy...

Keaton Turner kicks off Season Three with a recap of past seasons, reflecting on the podcast journey and expressing gratitude to listeners. He provides a personal update on family health and life management, alongside Turner Mining Group's growth and hiring initiatives. Keaton discusses recording setup and logistics before moving to housekeeping, including contact info and the per diem hotline. In...

Keaton Turner begins by addressing Josh Mellott, offering encouragement and updates on wrapping up Season Two. He reflects on past chapters, gut instincts, and his mother's health, intertwining personal commitments with business. The episode delves into mindset, late-night decisions, and knowing when to walk away from life's various aspects, including employee departures. Keaton discusses emotions...

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with his morning routine and breakfast with colleagues. He shares business and life war stories, discussing Slack communication, financial tactics, and future goals. The episode explores work-life balance, corrects a previous topic by Trevor, and uses "gateway drugs" as career metaphors. Keaton examines social media's impact on business image and warns against "...

Keaton Turner opens up about the struggle with daily recordings and the commitment to consistency. He shares reflections from a dinner with Michael Botts and Daniel Kelly, touching on the camaraderie and future of their industry. Overcoming the "Sunday scaries" with advice from Shelby, he values sharing both good and bad days with listeners. Keaton includes feedback and prayers for Tyler, emphasiz...

Keaton Turner kicks off with a warm welcome, sharing a Saturday night movie pick and podcast updates, including a special "vault" episode. He reflects on themes of relatability and perception in business, discussing work-life balance, perseverance, and the need to pivot. Keaton explores the long-term impact of actions, patience with new hires, and decision-making strategies. The episode covers ada...

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with a warm welcome and dives into sales and marketing strategies, giving a nod to his dedicated team. He discusses the strategic use of short-term contracts and recognizes standout employees in logistics and coordination. A light-hearted coffee break segues into golf plans and a weekly competition. Keaton addresses a listener's dilemma involving a challenging c...

In this episode, Keaton Turner explores environmental fees and their hidden costs from a customer perspective, continuing the equipment cost series. He recaps previous episodes and highlights the importance of team dynamics in equipment management. Keaton discusses strategies and methodologies, including internal equipment invoicing and its effects. He emphasizes integrating equipment and operatio...