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Halloween is a tradition that started around 2000 years ago with the Celtic people who lived in an area that is now known as Ireland, the United Kingdom and northern France. These ancient Celts would hold a yearly festival called a Samhain to celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of the cold and dark winter months, a time of year they associated with human death. During this annual autumn festival, the Celts would light bonfires and wear costumes made of animal heads and skins in the hopes of warding off ghosts and spirits, which they believed returned to earth to damage their crops, wreak havoc amongst the living and generally be a pain in the rear. Sometime around 43 A.D., the ever-expanding Roman Empire had conquered much of this Celtic territory. During the 400 years more of less of their rule, a few festivals of Roman origin were eventually combined with the traditional Samhain celebration. In 1000 A.D., a Pope declared November 1 the official day to honor the dead. All Souls Day as it was known, is now believed to be the churches attempt to replace the Celtic festival with a church-sanctioned holiday. That said, All Souls’ Day was celebrated pretty much like the ancient holiday was, with big bonfires, parades and folks dressed up in all sorts of costumes like saints, angels and oh yeah devils. All Souls Day was also known as All-hallows. The night before, was known as All-Hallows Eve, which as you probably have guessed by now became Halloween. In the U.S during the late 1800s, there was a move to make Halloween into a holiday that focused more on community and neighborly get-togethers than on ghosts, pranks and witchcraft. Parents were encouraged by community leaders to take anything “frightening” or “grotesque” out of Halloween celebrations. Dang. Which brings us to now where Halloween is a month-long celebration of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, scream parks, scary movies, costume parties and more all culminating in a night of parentally supervised trick-or-treating. The Show Notes Grit Nation Webpage https://www.gritnationpodcast.com Join the Grit Nation MVP Team https://mailchi.mp/c28da31260b8/grit-nation-podcast-sign-up-page Email comments or suggestions to: joe@gritnationpodcast.com Grit Nation is a proud member of the Labor Radio / Podcast Network https://www.laborradionetwork.org/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today’s episode I discuss organized labor movements in America and why it is so important for UBC carpenters to develop and appreciate the storied history of our organization. Without knowing how we got to where we are, many may find it easy to undervalue the vast amount of blood, sweat and tears that were spilled in achieving the benefits we all enjoy as union members today. Countless hours devoted to organizing and negotiating campaigns often go unseen and unappreciated by the vary members whose lives they mean to better. Worse yet, many union members see it as someone else’s responsibility to do the heavy lifting necessary to protect our organization from the endless onslaught of attacks from big monied interest determined to destroy our way of life. Sadly, they do not understand the true strength of our organization, is its members. Our ability to command livable wages, healthcare benefits for ourselves and our families, access to training, safer working conditions, representation and the prospect of retirement with dignity, fall upon our collective shoulders to protect for future generations of carpenters to come. Today’s guest will share insight on the many hardships and successes, labor unions have endured over the decades, while paving the way towards a strong middle-class America, and how quickly our way of life can be disastrously altered if we don’t keep our eyes on the future. Mark McDermott is a lifelong supporter of organized labor and public presenter who has given over 450 talks on the history of organized labor movements and the long struggle for economic and social justice in our country. We’ll start our conversation by delving into why, now more than ever, we need strong labor unions. Next, we’ll look into what attacks are being made on unions and who is responsible for these attacks. Mark will later explain the importance of member involvement in politics and how vital it is in maintaining the balance of wealth in America. And we will end our conversation by giving you the information needed to join the fight in protecting your future as a professional craftsperson. Show Notes Mark McDermott http://www.markmmcdermott.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation. I’m Joe Cadwell the writer, producer, and host of the show and on today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking with author Kathleen McLaughlin, about her new book titled; Blood Money – The Story of Life, Death and Profit Inside America’s Blood Industry. In her book Kathleen turns the lights on a healthcare crisis hidden in plain sight and reveals a stunning example of economic inequality in action. Intertwined with her own story as a working-class American managing a chronic illness, she finds an industry that targets and exploits America’s most marginalized communities to feed the hunger for human blood plasma. Over 20 million pay-for-extractions occur each year of American blood, which is then processed, and packaged for sale as part of a $30 billion-dollar global industry. Blood Money reveals the controversial and unbalanced power structures behind the blood industry. From China’s blood black market to Silicon Valley tech startups, this electrifying expose demonstrates the shadowy overlap between big medicine and big business while painting a searing portrait of the extent to which American industry is eager to feed on the country’s most vulnerable. The Show Notes Kathleen McLaughlin https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Kathleen-McLaughlin/179283499 Blood Money https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Blood-Money/Kathleen-McLaughlin/9781982171964 Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On todays episode I have the pleasure of speaking with authors Ali Winston and Darwin BondGraham about their new book titled, The Riders Come Out at Night: Brutality, Corruption and Cover-up in Oakland. Their book is a meticulously researched and engaging account of a police force rotten to its core and serves as a poignant reminder that the problem with policing in America isn’t just about crooked cops. The problem is a broken system that lacks the will to reform. During our conversation we’ll be introduced to a group of sadistic cops known as “The Riders” whose disregard for the oath they took to protect and serve is on full, tragic, and infuriating display. We’ll also meet the wide-eyed rookie, turned whistleblower who was unwittingly partnered with the leader of the Riders. The Riders Come Out at Night is the story of one city and the explosive scandals, and systematic corruption and brutality in its police department, but it’s also the story of American policing - and where it is headed in 2023. The Show Notes The Riders Come Out at Night https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Riders-Come-Out-at-Night/Ali-Winston/9781982168599 Ali Winston is an independent reporter covering criminal justice, privacy, and surveillance. His work has been rewarded with several awards, including the George Polk Award for local reporting in 2017. Ali is a graduate of the University of Chicago and the University of California, Berkeley. He lives in New York. Darwin BondGraham has reported on gun violence for The Guardian and was an enterprise reporter for the East Bay Express. BondGraham’s work has also appeared with ProPublica and other leading national and local outlets. He holds a doctorate in sociology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and was the co-recipient of the George Polk Award for local reporting in 2017. He lives in Oakland, California.

Use the link below to see the NBC Nightly News Story. https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/hidden-scourge-wage-theft-when-higher-profits-come-out-workers-n1272238 This episode of Stolen begins in the early morning of August 2020, when a storm system develops on the barren plains of the Nebraska and South Dakota border. Known as a Derecho, Spanish for straight, these type’s of storms are powerful, fast-moving systems that can generate hurricane force winds, and create tornados, heavy rains, and flash flooding. Cedar Rapids, Iowa was one of the hardest hit areas. There the storm caused power outages, gas leaks and extensive wind and water damage to residences, buildings, and schools. Among the many businesses that suffered significant damage was a senior living community just a few miles from downtown called Cottage Grove Place. Pablo Ramirez was subcontracted by Blusky, a restoration and repair company based out of Denver, Colorado to supply the manpower to do the repairs. Pablo hired out of state workers agreed to be paid a flat wage that depended on their experience. Additionally, Pablo promised to pay his workers weekly, reimburse their travel expenses and arrange for their lodging while working in Iowa. It sounded like a sweet deal and as the crew headed north, their spirits were high. Steady work and a place to stay. What could be better? Little did they know as they began their long drive north they were headed into a Derecho all their own. Today we investigate just what went wrong in Cedar Rapids and how the 6 Blusky employees from Texas found themselves without food, lodging or even the money to get home. To help me tell this story I spoke with Royce Peterson the carpenter’s union, lead business representative in Eastern Iowa. Joining us on the call were Public Affairs Director Richard Kajayski and Burt Johnson, General Counsel from the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters. Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today’s episode we will meet labor attorney, member of Teamster’s Local 810 in New York City and author, Mark Torres. Mark’s latest book, Long Island Migrant Labor Camps: Dust for Blood, chronicles the plight of thousands of poverty stricken migrant workers lured to the agricultural fields of New York State for decades with the promise of good wages and decent housing. Once there, they were preyed upon by corrupt camp operators who often cheated them out of pay and housed them in deadly slum like conditions. Dust for Blood, shines a harsh light onto what atrocities greed, a failure of government oversight, and the blatant disrespect for the working class can produce. Marks in-depth investigation into the sordid history of these camps begins in the 1940’s during the massive labor shortage created in America by the 2nd world war. It then follows the arc of human tragedy and suffering for those who worked in these dour camps, providing the food for our nation. The book focuses in on the peak years of the 50’s and 60’s and then tracks their steady decline in the decades that followed. Packed with personal accounts of the hardships faced by the un-represented, his book serves as a cautionary tale for those who feel the need for organized labor unions have passed. Dust for Blood is published by The History Press and is available in paperback now for purchase. Show Notes Mark Torres Website http://www.marktorresauthor.com/about-the-author.html Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with management professor, leadership expert and author of, The Seismic Shift in Leadership. Her name is Michelle Johnston and on today’s show we discuss her book to learn more about how to be a better, more connected leader in today’s world whether in the boardroom or on the jobsite. We’ll open our conversation by learning what the seismic shift is and why the transition from an old-school style of command-and-control leadership to one of collaboration and teamwork is beneficial to a company’s bottom line and moral. Next, we’ll unpack a few of the themes from Michelle’s book that contribute to this shift, beginning with self-connection, and why being authentic and true to your brand is so important to your role as a leader. Later, we’ll discuss the significance of having values that are in alignment with your organization and how owning your calendar can be so empowering to your career. And we’ll wrap up our conversation by discussing influences in Michelle’s journey to being an executive coach and why surrounding herself with positive role models was so crucial to building the future that she wanted to achieve. The Show Notes https://michellekjohnston.com/book/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation. I'm Joe Cadwell, the host of the show, and on today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with urban law expert and author Michelle Wilde Anderson about her book, The Fight to Save the Town - Reimagining Discarded America. The San Francisco Chronicle writes that her book is "a sweeping and eye opening study of wealth inequality and the dismantling of local governments of working class US cities, and passionately argues for a reinvestment in people centered leadership, and offers a welcome reminder of what government can accomplish". To learn more about Michelle and her work visit https://law.stanford.edu/directory/michelle-wilde-anderson/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Mike Rucker about his book, The Fun Habit - How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life. The Fun Habit is a science-backed, actionable case for the importance of seeking fun, rather than happiness, in our daily lives. Mike argues that fun is a resource available to anyone, at almost anytime, yet most people are not having enough of it. His insightful new book reveals how intentionally increasing your joyful moments can improve your health, relationships, and productivity. During our conversation we’ll unpack the 4 quadrants of the P.L.A.Y model and how it can help you assess your daily activities so you can incorporate for fun into your life. Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On todays episode I have the pleasure of speaking with professor of sociology at Middlebury College and author Jamie McCallum. Jamie’s latest work titled, Essential: How the Pandemic Transformed the Long Fight for Worker Justice, digs deep into the of today’s working class rage and uncovers the unravelling of the nation’s social safety net and regulatory standards. Essential is an in-depth look into how the Covid -19 pandemic changed the American labor movement and how an unprecedented recognition of a largely invisible and undervalued workforce took place. Essential, posits that the pandemic revealed the urgent need to improve conditions for American workers, and makes the argument that the lousy jobs held by so many in our country are a liability for everyone. The Show Notes Jamie McCallum https://www.jamiekmccallum.com Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation. On this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Dan Kerrigan the author of Functional Firefighter Fitness. Though written for firefighters this book is packed full of solid advice to help you maximize your output on the job no matter what your trade is. We’ll open our conversation by discussing what it means to be “fit for duty” as we investigate the similarities construction industry professionals share with other craft that rely not only on their cognitive abilities to get the job done but their physicality too. Next Dan will explain how Physical Fitness, Rest and Recovery, Hydration and Nutrition make up the Four Pillars of his program, and why it is so important to master each one to achieve optimal health and peak performance. Later we unpack the BIG 8 and understand why spending hours in the gym isn’t necessary to achieve the muscular endurance, cardio conditioning and flexibility that keep your body healthy and strong. And we’ll end our conversation by giving you the resources needed to make proper lifestyle decisions now that will allow you to maximize output, minimize injuries, and set you up for success into your later years. The Show Notes Firefighter Functional Fitness https://www2.firefighterfunctionalfitness.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation. I'm Joe Cadwell, the host of the show, and on today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with the co-writer of a newly released book titled Dead in the Water, a true story of hijacking murderer and a global maritime conspiracy. His name is Matthew Campbell, and he's an award winning reporter and editor for Bloomberg BusinessWeek magazine. Together he and his co author Kitt Chellel, have put together a page turner of a book and a real triumph of investigative journalism. We'll open our conversation as Matthew gives us an overview of the role international shipping plays in global economics, and how modern day pirates differ from the romantic Jack Sparrow Pirates of the Caribbean archetype. Next we'll uncover the insurance scam surrounding the suppose it pirating and actual scuttling of the ship brilliant virtuoso, an oil laden super tanker with an estimated worth of $170 million off the coast of Yemen, Africa will then introduce a host of characters that add color to the pages of Matthew's book, including pirates, salvors private investigators, and a sports car racing Greek shipping magnate known as supermario. And we'll wrap up our conversation by discussing the life and suspicious death of David Mockett, the Lloyd's of London ship surveyor who died in a car bomb assassination shortly after visiting the ill fated ship. The Show Notes Matthew Campbell https://www.matthew-campbell.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation. In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with journalist, professor of sociology and author Eyal Press. Eyal’s latest book titled Dirty Work – Essential Jobs and the Hidden Toll of Inequality in America, addresses the morally troubling work that society silently condones and the hidden class of workers who do it. Eyal and I begin our conversation by discussing the origins of the term Dirty Work and how the unconscious mandate it reveals is as prevalent today in contemporary American life as it was in Nazi occupied World War 2 Germany. Eyal will then explain the physical and mental toll dirty work jobs take on the people who perform them as he shares the many personal stories he encountered while doing research for his book. From mental health care professionals working in state and federal penal systems, to aerial drone pilots conducting remote air strikes and workers on the kill floors of industrial slaughterhouses, Eyal unfolds a tale that is simultaneously gut-wrenching, powerful, and provocative. Later we’ll discuss the roll organized labor unions can play in de-stigmatizing dirty work, by challenging the systemic socio-economic and moral inequality structure that so strongly divides our nation. And we’ll end our conversation by exploring the nature of the implicit social contract around dirty work; so we can better understand who does the work, why it is done how we can re-shape the story it tells about us as a society. The Show Notes Eyal Press https://www.eyalpress.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation, I’m Joe Cadwell the host of the show and on today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Waldo Waldman, a former Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, who is now a highly sought after motivational speaker and executive coach. He is also the author of The New York Times best seeking book, Never Fly Solo. Known to the tens of thousands of people who have attended his leadership seminars as the Wingman, Waldo’s unique and powerful presentation style was honed razor sharp during his time as an F-16 fighter pilot. We’ll open today’s conversation by learning the dynamics of teamwork, and why it is so important to have people that you can count on to help get through the tough jobs, whether that’s flying fighter jets in combat, closing big business deals or racing to complete a construction project on time. Next we’ll hear how a close call while scuba diving nearly ended Waldo’s career after triggering a phobia of confined spaces that he didn’t even know he had. We’ll then learn what steps he took to master his fear so he could continue to follow his passion for flying jets. Next, we’ll discuss the importance of cultivating strong, long lasting relationships built on mutual trust and respect, so that you always have wingmen by your side when life gets turbulent. And we’ll wrap up our conversation as we discuss Waldo’s transition from the military to professional coach and speaker and why he is so passionate about helping others reach their fullest potential. The Show Notes Waldo Waldman's Website https://yourwingman.com Free audio copy of Never Fly Solo https://ace.yourwingman.com/nfs/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking with retired US Navy Commander, and author of the new fictional thriller, Secrets in Depth. His name is Joe Dituri and his laid-back persona and colorful and exciting life truly make for an interesting episode. We’ll open our conversation by learning about Joe’s journey as an enlisted sailor to being commanding officer in charge of the Navy’s’ deep submergence unit. Next, we’ll unpack his transition out of the spec-op community and into the world of hyperbaric medicine. We’ll then hear how Joe’s involvement in a rollover car crash contributed to his researching Traumatic Brain Injuries, starting with his own. Later, we’ll dive into Joe’s work to help prior military servicemen and women overcome the debilitating effects of explosive concussions and why his unique approach of not just treating the psychological manifestations of the injury, but the actual physical, physiological root causes as well, has proven so effective. And we’ll wrap up our conversation by discussing Secrets in Depth, a Jack Reacher-esque style thriller that weave’s many aspects of Joe’s life into the main protagonist character known as “The Dragon Slayer”. The Show Notes Joe Dituri http://drdeepsea.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation, I’m Joe Cadwell the host of the show and on today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking with physician, adventurer and author of the newly published book titled, The Unseen Body. His name is Dr. Jonathan Reisman, and on today’s show Jonathan and I will discuss how his passion for, travel, prehistoric crafts, food, and practicing medicine all coalesced when writing his book. We’ll open our conversation as Jonathan explains how cutting into a cadaver in medical school, and literally pulling back the curtains shrouding the hidden mysteries of the human body, was so influential to his becoming a doctor. Next, we discuss human anatomy, starting with the throat, which Jonathan believes is an overly complicated and anatomically flawed design, because of the highly coordinated ballet of nerves and muscles needed to keep us from dying every time we eat or drink. Later, we’ll unpack many of the bodies organs and tissues including the heart, lungs and fat, and we'll dive into why problems with our bodies plumbing networks can reak havoc on our health and well being. We’ll then discuss the importance of sleep for optimum cognitive performance, and why the pineal gland, located deep in our brain is responsible for the production and regulation of melatonin, a hormone necessary for a peaceful night’s slumber. And we’ll wrap up our conversation by focusing on the kidneys, as Jonathan explains why his favorite bodily fluid, urine, can be so beneficial in diagnosing potential health related issues. This episode is both fascinating and at times gross, and I hope you enjoy it, or at least learn something about your self that you didn’t know before. The Show Notes http://www.jonathanreisman.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today’s episode I have the pleasure of talking with internationally acclaimed speaker and bestselling author, D.J. Vanas. D.J.’s latest work titled, The Warrior Within - Own Your Power to Serve, Fight, Protect and Heal, draws upon Native American philosophy and tradition to reveal insight on how to develop the resilience and toughness needed to face the overwhelming chaos and noise in today’s modern world. We’ll start our conversation as D.J. explains what the warrior spirit is, and why it is important for everyone to nurture, especially those who want to lead and serve, with a higher purpose than themselves. Next, we’ll understand what it means to go on a vision quest and why it is so important to take time daily to let the “dirt settle in your mud puddle”. Later, we’ll unpack the strategy of relentlessly attacking a seemingly impossible challenge and how not to let fear of failure get in your way when doing so. And we’ll end our conversation as D.J. explains the significant difference between Native American cultures regard for their elders and our own, and why humor is such an effective weapon when dealing with hardship, adversity, or setbacks. The Show Notes D.J. Vanas https://nativediscovery.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Welcome to Grit Nation, I’m Joe Cadwell the host of the show and on today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking with strength coach, self-defense instructor, and author, Varg Freeborn. I first came upon Varg’s unique perspective to self-defense and violence preparedness a few years ago and became a fan of his straight shooting, no BS philosophy. So, I was especially pleased to have the opportunity to talk with him recently. We’ll start our conversation as Varg details his childhood in the shattered remains of a postindustrial Midwestern town and how growing up in a home corroded by drugs, alcohol and violence laid the foundation for him being sent to prison at the age of 19 for aggravated, attempted murder. Next, we’ll discuss the physical and mental attributes Varg honed and the strategies he employed to endure 5 years of incarceration and how his second book titled, Beyond OODA, will help you better understand how your past experiences and the stories you tell yourself about who you are, need to be in alignment in order to survive extreme environments and situations. Later, we’ll dig into what it means to build a genuine, authentic persona through hard work and experience and why imposter syndrome and in-authenticity are so prevalent in society today. And we’ll end our conversation as Varg explains the concept of woodshedding and how disconnecting from social media can help you achieve a fulfilled, meaningful life. The Show Notes Varg Freeborn https://vargfreeborn.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Hi, I’m Joe Cadwell, writer, producer, and host of Grit Nation, but in this special episode of the Building Trades Podcast I’ll actually be the guest on someone else’s show. Join me today as I talk with Nate Wadsworth from the Essential Craftsman Podcast. If you haven’t heard of the Essential Craftsman, you should really check them out. I’m a big fan of their YouTube channel, which is hosted by Nate’s dad Scott, and in fact I have been recommending his video series to my carpenter apprentices for years They’re informative, educational, and honestly just a lot of fun to watch. Nate does a great job with the podcast, and I was excited at the chance to be on his show. We open our conversation with me talking about my experience as a military diver and my career as professional hard hat construction diver. Later we get into the importance of organized labor unions, opportunities in union apprenticeships, careers in the building trades and what it means to be a leader in today’s fast paced and highly competitive commercial construction industry. The Show Notes The Essential Craftsman https://essentialcraftsman.com/ Pacific Northwest Carpenters Institute https://www.pnci.org/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On today’s episode I have the honor and privilege of speaking with Brian Bogert founder of the Brian Bogert Companies. Brian is a human behavior and performance coach, motivational speaker, and business strategist who has change the lives of thousands with his revolutionary coaching programs. Brian starts today’s conversation by sharing with us the horrific accident that he suffered as a child and then will explain how he was determined not to let that tragic moment define who he would become as an adult. Brian will then relate how he became a passionate public speaker who believes in helping growth-minded individuals become the best version of themselves by leveraging radical authenticity and awareness to create the intentional life they’ve been dreaming of but have struggled to create on their own. Later we’ll unpack his revolutionary strategy of embracing pain to avoid suffering—and how this has helped individuals, groups and entire companies break beyond their normal to achieve the success in life and business that they’ve always wanted. And we will finish our conversation when Brian shares his wisdom and insight so that you too can learn how to develop the grit and determination needed to persevere through the toughest of challenges. This is an episode you truly do not want to miss. Be sure to check out the show notes after the episode to learn more about Brian and his message. The Show Notes Brian Bogert Companies Website https://brianbogert.com/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.