Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder

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The Learnings and Missteps Podcast is about unconventional roads to success and the life lessons learned along the way.

You will find a library of interviews packed with actionable take aways that you can apply as you progress on your path to Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be.

Through these interviews you will learn about the buttons you can push to be a better leader, carve your own path, and build your influence.


Find yourself in their stories and know that your path is still ahead of you.


Episode Date
Efficiency Isn't a Buzzword: Sneha Kumari on Merlin AI, Orchestration, and Operational Intelligence
May 28, 2026
Break the Hyper Reactivity Loop: The Weekly Planning System Every Construction Leader Needs
May 21, 2026
Your Workers Aren't Lazy - They're Depleted: Jennifer Martinez on Rapid Restoration for Industrial Athletes
May 14, 2026
Leadership Tachycardia and the Power of Recovery with Hanna Bauer
May 07, 2026
YES! The Real Reason Your Weeks Feel Busy But Empty
Apr 30, 2026
Why Most Leaders Avoid the Conversations That Actually Build Culture (With Lisa Corrales)
Apr 23, 2026
Your Broker Might Be Costing You: Micah Salas on Insurance That Actually Works
Apr 16, 2026
Stop Winning At Work And Losing At Life
Apr 09, 2026
The Dirty Secret About Moving Up in Construction Nobody Prepares You For — With Gary Borque
Apr 02, 2026
Keep the Flame Alive: Apprenticeships, Retention, and Building a Training Culture in the Trades (with Manja Horner)
Mar 26, 2026
Why LESS WORK beats High Productivity
Mar 19, 2026
Why Humans Are Wired for Connection (And What Happens When It Breaks) with Jackie Hallberg (Audio)
Mar 12, 2026
The Hidden Cost of Settling for Mediocrity: Why 'Good Enough' Isn't Enough with Scott Evans
Mar 05, 2026
Gas on the Fire: Advocating for Respect and Connection in Construction with Mia McGlynn
Feb 19, 2026
Why Relationships Are the Real Foundation of Construction with Mike Chiles
Feb 12, 2026
When Stories Meet Services: Can A Podcast Stay Honest While Owning Its Work
Feb 05, 2026
Stop Living Reactive And Start Choosing What To Optimize For
Jan 29, 2026
Learn How To Plan, Commit, And Execute Without Burning Out
Jan 22, 2026
From Overbooked To In Control: A Practical Guide To Strategically Selfish Scheduling
Jan 16, 2026
You Can Plan Forever, But Nothing Changes Until You Commit To One Next Step
Jan 08, 2026
The Long Game: Stephanie Wood on Culture and Commercial Success
Jan 01, 2026
From Broadway to Brand Building: Liberty Cogen on Reinvention
Dec 25, 2025
How To Stop Doing More And Start Doing What Matters
Dec 18, 2025
No More Mediocre Leadership: Wally Adamchick’s Blueprint for Better Teams
Dec 11, 2025
Become the Connection: Bryce Harem’s Modern Take on Leadership
Dec 04, 2025
Stop Spinning Your Wheels And Start Seeing Your Goals
Nov 27, 2025
First-Generation Grit: Building a Career Against the Odds with Yuri Salgado
Nov 20, 2025
Lead Like You Build: Brian Anderson on Integrity, Grit, and Growth
Nov 13, 2025
From Curveballs To Focus: A Practical Guide To Managing Distractions At Work
Nov 06, 2025
How to Clear the Chaos (and Your Mind) with Melissa Stecher
Oct 30, 2025
Subcontracting Success: Transforming the Trade with Shayne Paterson
Oct 23, 2025
This is how professionals actually get more done without working late
Oct 16, 2025
Mastering Modern Marketing with Mohit Bhagchandani
Oct 09, 2025
Megan Shapiro: Authenticity as a Superpower
Oct 02, 2025
Breaking Down Your Work: A Strategic Guide to Outsourcing and Automation
Sep 25, 2025
Laying the Groundwork: Innovation with Joseph Richards
Sep 18, 2025
Culture, Courage, and Connection: The Keys to Better Leadership with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez Mielke
Sep 11, 2025
Why Your Personal Goals Keep Getting Pushed Aside (And How To Fix It)
Sep 04, 2025
The Blueprint for Better Leadership: Kabri Lehrman-Schmid
Aug 28, 2025
The Nomadic Entrepreneur: Heather Jones on Transforming the Construction Industry
Aug 21, 2025
Mastering Your Time, Putting Yourself First
Aug 14, 2025
Chelsea Boateng: Empowering Women to Own Their Story
Aug 07, 2025
Unlocking Your Authentic Voice with Jimmy Cannon
Jul 31, 2025
Zen and the Art of Tech: Phyllis Winters on Leadership and Innovation
Jul 17, 2025
Learning from Mistakes: The Philosophy and Business of Jose Berlanga
Jul 10, 2025
The Coaching Scale: When to Ask, When to Tell
Jun 26, 2025
Crafting Custom Dreams: Intentional Vision with Joshua McMahon
Jun 19, 2025
Elevate Your Why: A Conversation with Pansy Romo
Jun 05, 2025
Beyond Blueprints: Emotional Intelligence in Construction with Brent Darnell
May 29, 2025
Adventures in Estimation: How Jake Jones Transformed His Career
May 15, 2025
Building Bridges, Not Walls: Kimberly Sauceda on Connection and Leadership
May 08, 2025
Mario Acosta on Mindset, Teamwork, and Trust: The Building Blocks of Champions
Apr 16, 2025
Why Businesses Fail at Training: A Deep Dive with Dr. Carrie Graham
Mar 27, 2025
Greg Crumpton on Busted Knuckles, Big Dreams, and Kaizen Tattoos
Mar 13, 2025
Herb Sargent on The Legacy of Investing in People
Mar 06, 2025
Messaging Matters: Fabi Paolini on How to Attract Power Buyers
Feb 27, 2025
Craftsmanship and Professional Pathways with Matt Kitzmiller
Feb 20, 2025
Nate Rogers on Empathy and Strategy: A New Vision for Leadership Success
Feb 13, 2025
Creating a Culture of Accountability for Success
Jan 23, 2025
The Dance of Adaptability in Professional Growth
Jan 16, 2025
Between Egos and Helmets: Unraveling Leadership, Safety, and Personal Growth with Tyler Campbell
Jan 09, 2025
Making Time for What Truly Matters
Jan 03, 2025
The Genuine Approach to Social Media Strategy with Georgia Sarjeant
Dec 26, 2024
AI, Tech, and Human Insight with JD & Bryant
Dec 19, 2024
Demi Knight Clark on Breaking Stereotypes in Vocational Trades and STEM
Dec 12, 2024
Craig Gauvreau on Transforming Safety Culture through Leadership
Dec 05, 2024
Dr. Colleen Saringer's Fight for Employee Well-Being
Nov 14, 2024
Steve Mellor on Resilience and Defining Your Path
Nov 07, 2024
Empathy Over Compliance: Redefining Workplace Safety Culture
Oct 31, 2024
From Drama to Drains: Allie Perez's Journey to Empower Women in Trades
Oct 24, 2024
Breaking Boundaries: Elizabeth Ponce's path of Resilience
Oct 17, 2024
From Debt to a Service Empire: Jim Penman's Journey to Success
Oct 04, 2024
Empowering Construction SMBs: The BuilderFi Journey with Stephanie Del Valle and Isabel Rodriguez
Sep 26, 2024
Rebuilding with Heart: Stories of Hope and Renewal with Simone Bruni
Sep 17, 2024
Insights from Brett Bartley on Financial Strategy and Trade Industry Success
Sep 05, 2024
Career Pivots: Insights from Stefanie Reichman, an Unconventional Engineer
Aug 22, 2024
From Frustration to Flow in Business Processes with Samantha Cordero
Aug 15, 2024
Cherishing Connections Before It's Too Late
Aug 08, 2024
Jerry Alberti's Guide to Construction Mastery
Aug 01, 2024
Balancing Parenthood and Professional Growth: Clyde's Inspiring Journey
Jul 25, 2024
Sustaining Business Success Without Burning Out: Solocast
Jul 18, 2024
Transforming Careers and Lives: Lessons from Harold MacDowell, Former CEO of TD Industries
Jul 11, 2024
Joe Prim's Blueprint for Career Success and Personal Happiness
Jul 05, 2024
Connecting Communities: The ULA Network Story
Jun 20, 2024
Legal Insights, Metaphysical Perspectives, and Parental Support with Construction Risk Strategist Megan Shapiro
Jun 13, 2024
Building Inclusive Solutions in the Workplace
Jun 06, 2024
Aligning Money, Spirit, and Purpose for a Balanced Life with Rebecca Davison
May 30, 2024
Growing from Massive Setbacks with John St. Pierre
May 24, 2024
Mastering Long-Term Success in Business and Personal Relationships
May 16, 2024
Transforming Adversity into Triumph: Rocio Luna's Journey of Resilience and Empowerment
May 09, 2024
Vic Ortiz on Revolutionizing Construction with Facilitation and Resilience
May 02, 2024
From Plumbing to the Boardroom A Tale of Leadership Evolution
Apr 25, 2024
Embracing Leadership That Connects and Cultivates Team Success with Victoria Fusco
Apr 18, 2024
Evolving Ecosystems The What and How of Change Management with Albert Oktovianus
Apr 10, 2024
Solo Cast on Transforming Shame into Shared Wisdom
Apr 04, 2024
Building Bridges in Leadership and Modular Construction Advances with Sneha Kumari
Mar 29, 2024
Strength, Balance, and Community: Mayra Martinez's Journey Through Adversity in the Electrical Industry
Mar 22, 2024
Embracing Authenticity and Compassionate Leadership: A Heart-to-Heart with Matt Ohley
Mar 08, 2024
Journey of Transformation: Construction & Meditation
Mar 01, 2024
Mastering the Art of Leadership: Reframing Challenges, Building Tribes, and Embracing Wellness with Dr. G
Feb 21, 2024
Training and Developing Future Leaders in the Construction Industry
Feb 12, 2024
Fostering Lasting Change in Business and Beyond with Dr G
Feb 09, 2024
The Power and Responsibility of Cosigning
Feb 05, 2024
From Solo Frustration to Collective Innovation: Origin story of The Decentralized Conference
Jan 31, 2024
From Conflict to Clarity : Navigating Resentment MMH
Jan 29, 2024
Cementing Relationships in Construction with Lance Furuyama
Jan 26, 2024
The Dichotomy of Violent Urgency and Psychological Safety in Corporate Culture MMH
Jan 25, 2024
Cultivating Deep Connections in the Construction Industry with Lance Furuyama
Jan 19, 2024
Finding True Voices in the Algorithmic Wilderness MMH
Jan 15, 2024
The Comfort Zone is a Beautiful Prison, with Cathleen Trevino
Jan 05, 2024
The Human Cost of Success in Construction MMH
Jan 01, 2024
A Pursuit of Passion, Building a Career in STEM with Cathleen Trevino
Dec 29, 2023
Empowering Industry Voices: Tackling Social Media Gag Orders in Construction
Dec 25, 2023
Painting the Future MMH
Dec 18, 2023
Building a Better Construction Industry and Becoming a Mountain Mover with Kevin Carey
Dec 14, 2023
My Big Takeaway for 2023: An Invitation for You to Make a Difference MMH
Dec 11, 2023
Insights on Leadership and Purpose with Chief Mountain Mover Kevin Carey
Dec 08, 2023
How to stretch your comfort zone and grow your self awareness in 2024 MMH
Dec 04, 2023
Gearing up for some serious reflection and target setting Solo-cast
Dec 01, 2023
Reflections on Spreading Ideas & Entrepreneurship with Tats
Nov 23, 2023
Are you letting your people down by softening up your directives MMH
Nov 20, 2023
Unlocking Potential and Cultivating Ideas: A masterclass with Entrepreneur Mr. Tats
Nov 18, 2023
The worlds quickest way to lose credibility MMH
Nov 13, 2023
Differences Between Feedback and Performance Conversation: Are you Setting Your Team Up for Failure? Solo Cast
Nov 09, 2023
Finding the Balance in Productivity MMH
Nov 06, 2023
Empowering Generations through Welding, Fabrication and Agency Carole Del Vecchio Part 2
Nov 04, 2023
Stay out of burnout
Oct 30, 2023
Lessons from a Life of Hands-On Creation with Carole Del Vecchio
Oct 27, 2023
Mentoring, is it really needed MMH
Oct 23, 2023
The path of a Construction Content Creator Solo-cast
Oct 22, 2023
Part 2 of Fearless Compassion Breaking Down Borders with Maxine Gomez
Oct 16, 2023
I know youre picky, but are you picky about the right things MMH
Oct 16, 2023
What is your recipe for Peace MMH
Oct 09, 2023
Fearless Compassion Breaking Down Borders with Maxine Gomez Part 1
Oct 05, 2023
Part 2 Remodeling your Career with Francisco Duron
Oct 04, 2023
Its not your fault but its still your problem MMH
Oct 02, 2023
Is it gonna be on the test MMH
Sep 25, 2023
Remodeling your Career with Francisco Duron, Part 1
Sep 15, 2023
If youre looking for the spotlight, youre doing it wrong MMH
Sep 11, 2023
Stop spinning your wheels, Solocast
Sep 07, 2023
Its the Simple things
Aug 28, 2023
Just be yourself??? What does that even mean
Aug 25, 2023
Is your feedback Actionable?
Aug 21, 2023
Part 2: From 8-Year Apprentice to Superintendent: Lessons on Leadership with Ben Rymers
Aug 16, 2023
What are you most scared of?
Aug 14, 2023
From 8-Year Apprentice to Superintendent: Lessons on Leadership with Ben Rymers, Part 1
Aug 10, 2023
Vulnerability is better with friends
Aug 07, 2023
Be a make it happener
Jul 31, 2023
Calibrating the Mechanism
Jul 28, 2023
Part 2 From Banker to Multi-Million-Dollar Construction Business Owner with Gloria Marie Fuentes
Jun 15, 2023
From Banker to Multi-Million-Dollar Construction Business Owner with Gloria Marie Fuentes
Jun 08, 2023
Part 2 Insights From 30+ Years as a Journeyman Carpenter with Clyde King
Jun 01, 2023
Insights From 30+ Years as a Journeyman Carpenter with Clyde King
May 30, 2023
Part 2 Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Tradespeople with Paige “Plumber Paige” Knowles
May 18, 2023
This 20-Year-Old Entrepreneur is Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Tradespeople with Paige “Plumber Paige” Knowles
May 11, 2023
Part 2 From Apprentice to WorldSkills Competitor: Where the Trades Can Take You with Louise Azzopardi
May 04, 2023
From Apprentice to WorldSkills Competitor: Where the Trades Can Take You with Louise Azzopardi Part 1
Apr 27, 2023
Lester Young Path to Redemption
Mar 28, 2023
Finding Joy and Creativity in Welding & Metal Art with Courtney Chard
Feb 24, 2023
How to Create Systematic Change, Reduce Turnover, & Feel More Fulfilled at Work with John Toups
Feb 17, 2023
Finding a Career in the Trades That FIRES YOU UP with Firestopper Sharron Halpert
Feb 09, 2023
The Goal Final Calabosession
Feb 02, 2023
The Goal Calabosession #6
Jan 03, 2023
The Goal Calabosession #5
Dec 18, 2022
The Goal Calabosession #4
Nov 26, 2022
The Pros and Cons of Giving Up Your Dream to Pursue a Different Career Path with Rolando Sanchez
Nov 06, 2022
Finding Drive and Career Satisfaction Through Ironworking with Kasia Sznel
Oct 24, 2022
The Goal Calabosession #3
Oct 16, 2022
Mental Health Breaks, Switching Jobs, & Inspiring the Next Generation with Aaron Gibson
Oct 06, 2022
The Goal Calabosession #2
Sep 29, 2022
The Goal Calabosession #1
Sep 15, 2022
Lessons Learned From Rapid Business Growth & Letting go of Employees with Michael Bauman
Sep 08, 2022
From Working in the Oil Field to VP of Sales with Jennifer Longoria
Aug 27, 2022
Becoming a More Impactful, Self-Aware, People-First Business Leader with Chris Gutkes of Island Elevator
Aug 11, 2022
This Carpenter Designed Innovative, Functional Clothing for Tradespeople (& It’s CHANGING the Industry) with Pete Zeppetella
Aug 01, 2022
Overcoming Doubt to Become President of Iron Workers 197 with Carole Raftrey
Jul 14, 2022
Finding Your Niche in the Trades, Growing Strategically, & Keeping a Business Alive During a Recession with Angela Gardner
Jul 02, 2022
Making the Construction Industry a Better Place for Women with Christi Powell
Jun 15, 2022
How a NYC Finance Executive is Making a Difference in the Trades Community with Michael Fina
Jun 03, 2022
Changing the Narrative About Minorities and Women in Construction with Demetria Bivens
May 20, 2022
From Guitars to Workforce Development with Gabriel Garcia
May 05, 2022
Why Tradespeople Need To, Above All, Build People with Edward A. Rivera
Apr 12, 2022
This One’s for the Gals: Empowering Girls to Join the Construction Industry with Stephanie Hajducek
Mar 25, 2022
Are STEM Magnet Schools the key to Construction Education of the Future? with Kate Gause
Mar 13, 2022
Avoiding Job Site Conflict, Investing in Your Employees, & Leadership Development for Tradespeople with Brad Andersen
Feb 25, 2022
Laying the Foundation for a Meaningful Life and Career with Walker Lott and Davis Hambrick
Feb 09, 2022
How to Support and Grow the Trades Workforce with Christopher Brenchley of Rock the Trades
Jan 27, 2022
How to Not Be a “Starving Artist” & Go Full-Time as a Metal Artist with Barbie The Welder
Jan 12, 2022
Transforming the Trade Industry Through Collaboration, Humanity, and Resilience with Henry Nutt
Dec 30, 2021
James Gable on Developing Soft Skills: The Power of Communication and Optimism in Leadership
Dec 15, 2021
Josh Zolin on The Value of Skilled Trades for the Youth Today
Dec 01, 2021
Bringing Back the Trades with Steve Turner
Nov 17, 2021
Lisa Payan: Finding Complete Fulfillment as a Woman in Construction
Nov 04, 2021
Brian Winningham Born and raised in the Field
Oct 21, 2021
Felipe Engineer Manriquez on Delivering Value and Resource-efficiency in Your Work
Oct 14, 2021
The Joy of Takt and Life with Spencer Easton
Oct 07, 2021
Builder, Teacher, World Changer: Krista Ackles
Sep 22, 2021
The Grande Calabo Finale with Authors Keyan Zandy and Joe Donarumo
Sep 08, 2021
Calabo - Session #7 PPC
Sep 01, 2021
The Humbly Triumphant Adam Hoots
Aug 25, 2021
Calabo - Session #6 The Last Planner System
Aug 20, 2021
Sophisticated Transparency with Kevin Chase
Aug 12, 2021
Calabo - Session #5 Pull Planning
Aug 04, 2021
Fostering a Culture of Change with Jennifer Lacy
Jul 28, 2021
Calabo-Session #4 Managing Constraints
Jul 21, 2021
Lean Aint Sexy with Jake Harrell
Jul 14, 2021
Calabo-Session #3 The 8 Wastes
Jul 07, 2021
Creating that "Mint" life with 3rd Generation Plumber Bob Baker
Jun 30, 2021
Calabo-Session #2 Visual Communication
Jun 23, 2021
Episode 18: A Plumbers path in finding respect for the work, Gage Salazar
Jun 16, 2021
Calabo - Session #1 Daily Huddles
Jun 09, 2021
Episode 17: Pipe Fighting Plumbers Reunion
Jun 02, 2021
Playing the Long Game: A Coaching conversation, examining the implications of instant and delayed gratification
May 20, 2021
Episode 16: Examining some dirty details and a path to wellness with Jillian Hubbard, Electrical Apprentice.
May 06, 2021
Episode 15: Ryan Taylor schools us on the one thing you can do today that will change tomorrow
Apr 22, 2021
Episode 14: Making a come back when you think its all over with Dee Durant Electrical Apprentice
Apr 08, 2021
Episode 13: Rockin new Career pathways with Stacy Gunderson
Mar 25, 2021
Reflection Episode: Reflecting on the first 6 months of this podcast experience
Mar 21, 2021
Episode 12: Calibrating work ethic for a career in the trades- A veteran's perspective on climbing the construction career ladder and a life of service. Tune in for Jarrod Tomassi, safety director on fire.
Mar 11, 2021
Episode 11: Building Bonds and Challenging the Future- Discussing career change, growing up, and growing together with electrical tradesman Alexander Trevino
Feb 25, 2021
Episode 10: Roughnecks in Construction: Building foundations in concrete and leadership with Jim Olmstead, a structural concrete professional- An exploration of doing what it takes to change yourself and develop others
Feb 11, 2021
Porta Potty Philosophy: Decision Making & Vulnerability- Developing comfort beyond outcomes and the power skills to make your mark
Feb 04, 2021
Episode 9: Adapting to new environments through transferable skills - lighting the way for career change to an electrical trade with Darci Spiteri.
Jan 28, 2021
Episode 8: Setting a remarkable expectation with Jason Schroeder- From finishing cement to smoothing out the edges in construction management.
Jan 13, 2021
Episode 7 - Growth in any environment: Communication, Leadership, and Strategy with Safety Expert Ian Smith
Dec 30, 2020
Porta Potty Philosophy: Brown Nosing vs Career Building - Examining Motive and Intent
Dec 17, 2020
Episode 6: Connecting Tradesmen to the Trades with a Servant's Heart. Diana Hoang, Recruiting Manager
Dec 03, 2020
Holiday Episode 5: The Boss
Nov 22, 2020
Episode 4: Moreno twins Plumbing & Electrical apprentices
Nov 04, 2020
Episode 3: Fernando Cortinas Sheetmetal Mechanic
Oct 22, 2020
Episode 2: Shannon Tymosko Electrical Apprentice and Trades advocate
Oct 10, 2020
Episode 1: Rene on his mentor, Pancho
Sep 24, 2020
Episode Zero: Our Very First Episode
Sep 22, 2020