The Iron & Infrastructure Podcast

Most people think they need an easier life, but what they really need is a simpler one. In this episode, I break down why complexity, not difficulty, is what's holding you back. I'll show you how to eliminate the noise, focus on what actually matters, and use my simple framework to stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress. Less isn't giving up. It's creating space for what moves yo...

I'm excited to introduce Trench Talk, a brand new series built for the blue-collar worker who knows they're capable of more. In this series, I'll share my journey from making $9 an hour with a shovel in my hand to leading an eight figure company, along with the lessons that changed everything. This isn't about motivation. It's about the mindset, habits, and leadership principles that helped me cli...

In this episode, I share how becoming the person you want to be starts long before you reach the goal. From making $9 an hour with a shovel to building businesses, I learned that success comes from changing your habits, mindset, and character first. Stop waiting for life to change and start becoming the person your future requires today. Key Topics: Act like your future self today Build character...

As leaders, we love pointing out what's broken, but what if the problem isn't your team? What if it's what you've been allowing? In this episode, I share a leadership lesson that completely changed how I lead. Every behavior on your team is either taught or tolerated, and if you keep cleaning up the same mess over and over again, it's time to take ownership. We'll talk about accountability, clear...

Sometimes the hardest decision is the one you've been avoiding the longest. In this episode, I break down the difference between short-term and long-term suffering, and why delaying the hard conversations, tough decisions, or necessary changes only creates more pain over time. If there's something you've been putting off, this episode is your reminder that freedom is found on the other side of act...

Brian Elder returns to the podcast to share what has happened over the last two years since implementing the Standards of Greatness into his life. This conversation isn't about finding motivation. It's about building discipline that lasts. Brian opens up about losing over 100 pounds, creating daily non-negotiables, becoming a stronger leader, husband, and father, and why small habits consistently...

The first half of the year is already behind us, and there's no going back to redo what didn't happen. In this episode, I'm talking about what it looks like to reset, recommit, and get honest about where you stand heading into the second half of 2026. We get into why Q3 can be the turning point for your year, how missing a goal doesn't mean you lost if you learned something valuable, and why the t...

Most people are waiting for the perfect time, the perfect plan, or the guarantee that it's all going to work out. But that's not how growth works. In this episode, I'm talking about the reality that failure is part of the process — and the bigger failure is never committing at all. You're either willing to take the hit, learn, and keep moving… or you're choosing to stay stuck by default. If there'...

In this episode, I'm sharing why coaching has been one of the most important investments I've ever made and how it's shaped the way I lead, think, and grow. We talk about confidence, mentorship, taking action before you feel fully ready, and why investing in yourself changes everything. I also get into the power of gratefulness, building meaning in your life today instead of chasing it somewhere d...

In this episode, I break down one of the most powerful mindset shifts I've ever learned: The Stockdale Paradox. Too many people either ignore reality with false optimism or get buried by the brutal facts. The answer isn't choosing one or the other—it's learning to face your situation exactly as it is while holding unwavering faith that you'll prevail. I'll show you how this framework has changed t...

AI isn't replacing you, but someone using AI might. In this episode, I break down why fear is holding so many people back from embracing AI and how the right mindset, clear instructions, and the right tools can completely transform the way you work and solve problems. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or just looking to become more productive, this episode will help you start leveraging AI i...

For years, I was the guy making excuses. The turning point came when I stopped looking for someone else to blame and started taking ownership of everything in my life. In this episode, we dive into the standards, discipline, and mindset shifts that create real success. We talk about why consistency beats intensity, how to handle failure and rejection, and the power of what I call "persistent patie...

One question changed the direction of my life: "What are you doing with your life?" In this episode, I share the mindset shifts, commitments, and daily disciplines that took me from feeling lost and directionless to building a life with purpose. If you're stuck, struggling, or ready for more, this conversation is for you. Key Topics The question that sparked my transformation Why commitment create...

This episode flips the script and puts me in the hot seat. We dive into the leadership lessons that have shaped me, the mistakes that changed my perspective, and the experiences that taught me what leadership really looks like. I share a pivotal moment from my early days as a foreman, break down my Traffic Light Leadership framework, and discuss why great leaders focus on developing people, not co...

In this episode, I talk about one of the biggest mistakes people make in business, leadership, and life... taking shortcuts. What feels faster in the moment often creates bigger problems down the road. I've seen it firsthand on job sites, in business, and even in my own personal development journey. Doing the job right the first time may seem slower, but it saves time, builds trust, protects your...

Belief alone won't change your life, and action without belief won't sustain it. In this episode, I break down the connection between what you say you believe and how you actually show up every day. Too often, people want different results while continuing the same behaviors, or they stay busy without developing the mindset needed for lasting growth.  We talk about aligning your beliefs with your...

For years, I thought I had all the answers. I judged leaders, questioned decisions, and swore that if I was ever in their position, I would do things differently. Then I became the business owner. In this episode, I share one of the biggest lessons I've learned over nearly two decades in the workforce and seven years as an owner: judgment is often rooted in ignorance. Sometimes the people we criti...

Every business owner deals with pressure, setbacks, and moments where it feels like everything is falling apart—but most of the time, the problem comes back to one of five core areas: vision, people, structure, traction, or culture. In this episode, I break down the five biggest headaches that can quietly destroy a business if you don't recognize them early. I share my own recent struggles working...

In this episode, I talk about why success isn't luck — it's preparation. Opportunities will come your way, but if you're not ready for them, they'll pass you by. I share the story of how taking one shot inside Dan Martell's coaching group led to a life-changing opportunity, and why staying disciplined, confident, and prepared every single day matters more than waiting for the "perfect moment." Win...

I think a lot of us get stuck blaming the same people, the same situations, or the same outcomes without ever stopping to ask if we're the common denominator. In this episode, I talk about how recurring problems usually point back to our own approach, communication, mindset, or perspective. I share real situations where I realized I was the bottleneck, not because I was necessarily wrong, but beca...

In this episode, I'm sharing a humbling moment from one of my first powerlifting meets that taught me a lesson I'll never forget: you can't outbid your training. Whether it's under the bar or at the bid table, the numbers always tell the truth. I break down how poor preparation, missing pieces, and relying on instinct instead of data can expose gaps fast — and why discipline, tracking the right me...

In this episode of The Iron & Infrastructure Podcast, I sat down with Michael Pence — a fellow pipeliner, leader, mentor, and someone who shares a lot of the same values and experiences that shaped my journey. We got into real conversations around leadership, the future of the pipeline industry, mentorship, fitness, discipline, and what it truly means to build people. This wasn't just a conversati...

In this episode, I talk about the cost of holding onto old roles, old habits, and old ways of thinking for too long. There were moments in my career where I knew I needed to transition into the next level, but I delayed the decision because I was attached to what I was comfortable with. The truth is, growth requires letting go. If you keep doing the same things you were doing years ago, you'll kee...

In this episode, I'm breaking down why most people and businesses stay stuck — and it's not because they lack talent, motivation, or systems. It comes down to commitment, focus, and the fear of fully owning one clear outcome. I dive into why "doing everything" usually means accomplishing nothing, the danger of dual ownership, and how speaking your goals out loud creates accountability, alignment,...

In this episode, I break down one of the biggest mistakes leaders make when hiring and building teams: putting the wrong person in the wrong seat and expecting great results. Most bad hires aren't because someone is lazy or incompetent. They happen because there was no clear structure, no expectations, and no intentional process behind the hire. I talk about why leadership should always look at th...