Work and Talk Podcast | Building Builders in the Trades

It’s Friday on The Builders Show — the only morning show for builders, contractors, and tradespeople. Today, Cameron and Will break down a viral video where a house flipper claims electricians are “overcharging” homeowners by quoting $13K–$17K for work that supposedly only costs $2K in materials. ⚡ What’s the real cost of electrical work? ⚡ Are electricians scamming, or are flippers undervaluing...

This one’s about  life in the arena . Will sits down with  Eduardo Guzman (OVA Electric) —father, husband, contractor—to talk about defining success on your own terms, staying present with family, and still pushing hard in business. Highlights “Just Life”: the season we’re in vs. the destination we imagine Father first: closing the laptop to be present (and why that matters later) Late start, no P...

It’s Wednesday and the weeks are flying. Will and Cameron get practical about time, licensing, and focus: why chasing events and influencer perks won’t replace the long-term payoff of journeyman cards and contractor licenses. Cameron breaks down Tennessee’s LLE vs. Contractor License (limits, counties, dollar caps), and we talk straight about NECA—who it’s for, when it’s worth it, and why most con...

From conduit-bending meetups to mentoring online,  Moises “Moy” Hernandez  is focused on building the  right  way—on the job and at home. In this conversation, Will digs into Moy’s journey: learning from tough mentors, choosing  family balance before business burnout , and why communication is the difference between surviving and thriving in the trades. What you’ll learn Balance first: choosing ti...

Everyone posts “3–5 years experience, journeyman only.” Then they’re shocked when production tanks over  drugs, drinking, and no-show culture . Today, Cameron and Will unpack the  five traits  that actually sustain a company— Character, Trust, Vision, Work Ethic, Skill Set —and react to a caller on Dave Ramsey’s show who hit $1.1M with four techs…then had to fire half his crew. In this episode: Wh...

Shorter days, tougher mornings—and a good time to check your standards. Today, Cameron Vogelsang and Will Betances break down why most job posts chase “3–5 years experience” and still get burned, and why hiring for Character, Trust, Vision, Work Ethic, then Skill Set wins long-term. We also dig into sales ethics (Inside Edition’s water-heater sting), how to avoid “guru” tactics, and what apprentic...

It’s Friday—and for most people, that means payday, clocking out early, and counting down to the weekend. But for contractors, “Thank God It’s Friday” hits different. In this episode,  Cameron Vogelsang  and  Will Betances  break down why living for Fridays is a trap, why late nights and burnout aren’t a badge of honor, and how to build your career (or company) on  vision and a plan  instead of ju...

Work N Talk Podcast presents: TURNING THE MIC ON… with Martin Perdomo. We flip the script and dig into what it actually takes to build a contracting business that lasts—without guru fluff. Inside this episode:From worker to owner: why the “second apprenticeship” is business Patience + consistent education (what works, what’s noise) Coaching vs. real mentorship: value, price, and what to ignore Cus...

Fall’s here and the days are shorter—but the jobsite risks aren’t. Today,  Cameron Vogelsang  and  Will Betances  get straight about why  electrical is the most unforgiving trade  and how one attic “surprise” nearly turned into a fire. What we cover: Real incident: ATS tie-in + antique split lugs in a J-box →  arc blast in the attic Why “just throw the cover on” is a trap—and how to handle unsafe...

Happy Labor Day. Some of us slept in; some of us laced up and went to work. Today we break down a viral clip from the White House grounds where a crew chipped the marble walkway—and what it teaches every contractor about attention to detail, accountability, and leadership. What we cover: The White House marble incident: mistakes happen—own it fast or lose the client How to handle damage on a job:...

It’s Friday — payday for some, stress day for others. In this episode of  The Builders Show , hosts  Cameron Vogelsang and  Will Betances  break down the realities contractors face when payroll, cash flow, and business discipline collide. 🔥  Topics covered today: Why contractors often pay themselves last — and what it means to run payroll when cash is tight The biggest mistakes owners make with m...

In this episode of the Work & Talk Podcast, I sit down with Coraly Beede, a seasoned tradeswoman with nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry. Coraly shares her inspiring journey from building envelope technician to entrepreneur, touching on her passion for workforce development and the unique challenges women face in the trades. We delve into her philosophy of leadership, e...

Contracting isn’t just about tools and jobsites — it’s about health, mindset, and the culture of the trades. In today’s episode, hosts  Cameron Vogelsang  and  Will Betances  dive into the tough conversations contractors need to hear: 🔥  Topics we cover: Why contractors brag about “2 hours of sleep” and how it’s destroying health & performance The hidden chain reaction of poor sleep → bad eat...

🚨 Welcome to the very first episode of  The Builders Show  🚨 Hosted by  Cameron Vogelsang  with co-host  Will Betances , this is your new  morning show for the trades  — where contractors, electricians, and builders get the mindset, motivation, and real talk needed to win the day. In this episode: ⚡ Why Mondays are the hardest (and most important) day of the week ⚡ The “electrical motor” minds...

Welcome to the Work & Talk Podcast – where real tradespeople drop raw, game-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. In this episode, Will Betances shares his unique journey into the skilled trades as an electrician. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor, an up-and-coming engineer, or just exploring your next move, his story will challenge how you think about the trades—and your place in...

Welcome to the Work & Talk Podcast – the place where real tradespeople share raw, game-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. In this episode, Will opens up about finding your path in the skilled trades. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor, engineer, or just figuring it out, his advice will shift your perspective. Don’t miss this one! Hit subscribe and leave a review if you found thi...

Welcome to the Work & Talk Podcast – the place where real tradespeople share raw, game-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. In this episode, Will opens up about finding your path in the skilled trades. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor, engineer, or just figuring it out, his advice will shift your perspective. Don’t miss this one! Hit subscribe and leave a review if you found thi...

Welcome to the Work & Talk Podcast – the place where real tradespeople share raw, game-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. In this episode, Will opens up about finding your path in the skilled trades. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor, engineer, or just figuring it out, his advice will shift your perspective. Don’t miss this one! Hit subscribe and leave a review if you found thi...

Welcome to the Work & Talk Podcast – the place where real tradespeople share raw, game-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. In this episode, Will opens up about finding your path in the skilled trades. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor, engineer, or just figuring it out, his advice will shift your perspective. Don’t miss this one! Hit subscribe and leave a review if you found thi...

Welcome to the Work & Talk Podcast – the place where real tradespeople share raw, game-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. In this episode, Will opens up about finding your path in the skilled trades. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor, engineer, or just figuring it out, his advice will shift your perspective. Don’t miss this one! Hit subscribe and leave a review if you found thi...

Join us on the Work and Talk podcast—a space where tradespeople share their stories and wisdom. In our latest episode, Will talks about finding your way in the skilled trades. Whether you're a seasoned contractor, engineer or just navigating life, their insights are a game-changer. Don't miss out! Instagram- @workntalkpodcast

The TRUE Cost Of Running A Business With Wilson Betances

The Value In Hiring With Wilson Betances Join us on the Work and Talk podcast—a space where tradespeople share their stories and wisdom. In our latest episode, Will talks about finding your way in the skilled trades. Whether you're a seasoned contractor, engineer or just navigating life, their insights are a game-changer. Don't miss out! Instagram- @workntalkpodcast

The Role Of Trust In Contracting With Wilson Betances Join us on the Work and Talk podcast—a space where tradespeople share their stories and wisdom. In our latest episode, Will talks about finding your way in the skilled trades. Whether you're a seasoned contractor, engineer or just navigating life, their insights are a game-changer. Don't miss out! Instagram- @workntalkpodcast

Lowering Your Prices In Contracting With Wilson Betances Join us on the Work and Talk podcast—a space where tradespeople share their stories and wisdom. In our latest episode, Will talks about finding your way in the skilled trades. Whether you're a seasoned contractor, engineer or just navigating life, their insights are a game-changer. Don't miss out! Instagram- @workntalkpodcast