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Blue-Collar BS

Brad Herda and Steve Doyle

The age-old excuse "we can"t find good people" is busted by two business coaches, Brad Herda and Steve Doyle. Blue-Collar BS features the top blue-collar business owners, thought leaders, and experts to share strategies on attracting and retaining top talent across ALL generations--including Gen Z"s (and why they should not be overlooked). Blue-Collar BS helps blue-collar business owners like you build a business that"ll thrive for decades by turning that blue-collar bullsh*t into some blue-collar

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27:44

Energizing his future, leaving a legacy, keeping...

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/10/14

Working With the Right People with Alex PaulsIn this episode, Brad has a one-on-one conversation with Alex Pauls about his marketing business, KP Design. They talk about life transitions from technical sales to becoming a marketing genius and guru. Alex describes what it was like being a power electrician and shares his most memorable and fearful experiences while working at Manitoba Hydro in Canada for 15 years, as well as fitting in with older generations. They talk about mentorship, shaping the

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26:00

Millennial Energy Focused on Future with Daniel Felt

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2022/09/30

In this episode, Brad and Steve are joined by Daniel Felt, who shares his experience with leading and managing a team of different generations. He discusses how he got to the blue-collar space and offers advice for other business owners who may be struggling to lead a multigenerational workforce.Daniel provides insight into how he manages his team and helps them to work together effectively. He also shares how he motivates his employees and keeps them engaged in their work. As a result, this episode

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31:48

A Clean Window into the Future with Ben Barlow

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2022/09/16

In this episode, Brad and Steve are joined by Ben Barlow, an Exercise & Wellness major with a minor in Business Management. Ben is passionate about two things: helping people be healthy and happy and using creativity to provide solutions that can be both simple and powerful. Over a few years, he has become a high-level communicator, increasing performance and inspiring others to take action through intrinsic motivation.Ben shares his entrepreneurial journey and struggles as a young entrepreneur

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38:18

David Belman Builds on Family

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/09/02

Building the Family BusinessDavid Belman joins Brad and Steve to talk about how he became passionate about business in his younger years by observing everything over the dinner table. He shares how the family businesses came with their own set of challenges and opportunities. But, with the right commitment and approach, it can thrive. Learning about how to hire the right people is one of the most important aspects of running a business, and how owners should be willing to invest in the professional

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31:11

Adam Lives Servant Leadership

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2022/08/19

Workers of Different Generations with Adam SchrankIn this episode, Steve and Brad welcome Adam Schrank. Adam has been in the manufacturing industry for 25 years. Now an Operations Leader at Millerbernd. They talk about leveraging personal power within the organization along with influencing others to paint the vision and the picture to eliminate pain points.Highlights:01:50I went down to that situation not knowing I didn't know what I didn't know.04:16 The other interesting part of that conversation

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30:30

Legos Build a Blue-Collar Passion Chase Tannhaeuser

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/08/05

Building Futures Through the Construction FieldChase Tannhaeuser joins Brad and Steve to talk about how the construction field can give younger generations an opportunity for a better life and increased earnings. Chase shares how they offer apprenticeship programs that can give young people the chance to learn the trade and get some true experience. Chase also shares how making your employees feel like a family is necessary to build a sense of loyalty and belongingness into the workplace. Listen as

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32:59

Safety Fitz-Old Becomes New Again Tom Fitzgerald

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/07/22

Building a Safety Culture with Tom “Fitz” FitzgeraldBrad and Steve are joined by Tom “Fitz” Fitzgerald. Fitz is the Founder and Senior Safety Advocate of Safety Fitz LLC. Prior to starting Safety Fitz LLC, “Fitz” has worked in manufacturing management for 44 years in three major roles: Manufacturing, Human Resources, and Safety. Fitz has an intimate knowledge of all Lean World Class Safety Management Techniques used in manufacturing today. His very favorite techniques to achieve optimum results for

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26:17

Sparking the Future For Gen Z Don Curtin

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2022/07/08

Setting Up a Motivating Environment in the WorkforceDon Curtin joins Brad and Steve to discuss the fascinating side of the welding industry. Don shares the unique behaviors of the younger generation in the industry and their individualities. They talk about how great communication and interaction can create an environment that encourages people to come into the industry, particularly Gen Z. Don also shares how mentoring helps build foundations and teaches the recipe for success to be the best welder

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32:06

From Farm to Exit with Damon Pistulka

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2022/06/24

Establishing Human Connection and LeadershipBrad and Steve are joined by a phenomenal guest, Damon Pistulka. Damon shares what started his passion for the blue-collar world and how he finds that this is where the real magic happens when people see it the other way. They also talk about leadership among millennials and how to be more engaged as a leader. Find out the key formulas to assist the younger generation to be more exhilarated in the workforce by leading them to the right path and how to have

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26:19

X Sees Z As The Future, Kristina Harrington

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2022/06/10

Generational Transformation in ManufacturingIn this episode, Brad and Steve talk with Kristina Harrington, a founding member of GenAlpha Technologies, one of the world’s largest e-commerce leaders for the manufacturing sector. Kris shares her take on how the manufacturing sector has changed with the transition of generations through the workforce and how the various generations can effectively communicate with each other to transfer knowledge and build a stronger company. Digital transformation is a

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21:53

This Boomer is Not Afraid to Teach or Learn Mark Weber

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2022/05/27

How to adapt to the times with Mark WeberIn this episode, Steve and Brad welcome Mark Weber. Mark has been in the print industry for decades and now transitioned to HVAC. He is currently the General Manager at Iron Fireman Heating and Cooling. They talk about the challenges as a business owner and general manager on changes in behavior and attitudes, the expectations of younger employees, and the concerns to attracting and retaining employment.Episode Highlights:08:04 I also think, yeah, I feel like

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22:59

Blue Collar BOOM!

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/05/13

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26:04

Blue-Collar EQ, No It's Not Math

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2022/04/29

Managing Emotional Intelligence In this episode, Steve and Brad talk about “EQ”, Emotional Intelligence. It is the ability to understand, use, and manage your own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict and how it impacts all generations in a working environment. Tune in and listen to their personal opinions and views on the topic.Episode Highlights03:26 – First is self-awareness, meaning we actually

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29:30

Millennial Leadership, Are You Adapting?

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/04/15

In this episode, Steve and Brad talk about an article from Harvard Business Review entitled “Millennial Managers Can Change Company Culture for the Better”. The two dive into a deep conversation about how Millennials provide unique leadership in the workforce. The whole article revolves around key steps that a manager could use to provide a better culture in the organization. Steve and Brad will touch on a variety of topics about company culture from transparency, communication, expectations, and

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28:40

Thomas Finds Blue Collar Pride, Thomas Anderson

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/04/01

Episode 23: Creating Success and Keeping the Blue-Collar Industry Alive with Thomas AndersonIn this episode, Steve and Brad welcome Thomas Anderson, Co-Owner of Potomac Run Development. Thomas is GenX with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry including custom building and designing. They talk about the challenges of moving to another place and starting all over again with new crew members/contractors. Thomas shares the characteristics he looks for when talking to potential

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20:29

Can't Take Family Out Of The Family Business

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/03/18

Episode 22: Family Business - Communication is Key.In this episode, Steve and Brad discuss an article on family business and how a lot of dynamics are going on when the business is passed on from generation to generation. As you start getting into second and third generations of employees, you’re bringing in additional family members, your second or third relatives, and their husbands, wives, and kids. The mission and the vision of the business may change. Communication, tradition, biases - there

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19:41

We are back baby!

Blue-Collar BS ·

2022/03/04

Blue Collar BSSeason Two Debut – We Are Back Baby!Welcome to the first episode of season two. In this episode, Steve and Brad discuss the situation in the trade industry, and they talk about what they are most excited about this season.The business dynamics in 2022 have changed a little bit. More and more people are reaching out looking for opportunities. Clients are frustrated for not having relationships with the trades who are not responding to their calls. Trades are frustrated because of the

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15:19

Brad Going Rogue

Blue-Collar BS ·

2021/12/17

Live from the Idea Collective Retreat 2021 at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, WisconsinTo learn more about the Idea Collective and Pat Miller: https://www.patmillerideacoach.com/The impressive Grand Geneva https://www.grandgeneva.com/This episode was recorded Live at 8:00 just before a 10:00 am tee time with the founder of Podcast Town, who pushed me into this podcasting thing, Mr. Mayor Elzie Flenard.Steve Doyle and I are grateful for what the Podcast Town Community has brought support and

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19:15

Season One - Mic Drop!

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2021/11/26

Thank you to all who have listened and participated in Season 1 of Blue-Collar BSWe are grateful to have your support and we are excited about what Season 2 will bring!Episode 19: That’s a WrapSteve and Brad decided to take a small break with the podcast until February/March. So, in this episode, they talk about their biggest takeaways of going through the first eighteen episodes of Blue Collar BS. The constant theme across all their guests was that very few leaders want to teach and educate new

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23:19

A Millennial Framing Construction Differently Morgan...

Blue-Collar BS ·

2021/11/12

Working with Different Generations with Morgan GutenknustIn this episode, Steve and Brad introduce us to Morgan Gutenkunst who is the owner and founder of Morgan Thomas Construction in Southern Wisconsin. He started his journey in this business when he was young while working with his grandfather. He learned about carpentry skills, job site skills, and much more. He got inspired to start his own construction business from his grandfather back in California and now he is managing his own business.We

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