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Blue Collar Leadership

Leadership development for everyone in the blue collar workforce, those who support them, and those who lead them. Leadership is influence. Influence is built daily, not in a day. There are two types of influence: 1) Artificial influence which comes with a title, position, or rank and is reserved for those who have formal authority over others; and 2) Authentic influence which is based on a person"s character and the relationships they build, and it"s available to anyone with or without a position

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497: Deposits vs Withdrawals - What Happens After You...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/03/27

Trust isn’t built through grand gestures—it’s earned (or lost) in the daily grind of promises kept or broken.This episode breaks down the core truth: what we think and say sets expectations, but only what we actually do defines our character.After we make a commitment, we’ll take one of three paths —follow through to make a trust deposit, ask to break the commitment and risk suspicion (depending on how often you do it and why), or break the commitment and trigger major distrust.For leaders aiming to

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00:28:31

496: Lessons in Servant Leadership from a Marine Hero

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/03/20

At age 82, US Marine Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Wesley L. Fox still was still inspiring crowds with stories of the leaders who shaped him, none more than Corporal Myron J. Davis during the freezing nights of the Korean War.Facing demoralized troops eating frozen rations in the dark, USMC Corporal Davis invested in a Coleman stove and insisted on carrying it himself—not for personal gain, but to ensure his squad could heat their food first. He passed it along without ever using it and always

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00:35:32

495: 5 Love Languages - How We Make Our Marriage Work...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/03/13

Are you ready for an engaging discussion on building greater influence in your marriage?With humor and heart, Mack and Ria Story share relatable stories—like Mack's infamous laundry mishap—and delve into the 5 Love Languages, revealing how his preference for quality time complements her need for words of affirmation.This episode offers practical insights and lighthearted moments to help couples strengthen their connection.Note: This episode is also featured on as Episode #11 “Love Languages,

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00:28:07

494: Kids Need Love More Than Rules…John Maxwell’s...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/03/06

In the final part of this 3 part series, Mack Story reveals a dose of leadership truth from John Maxwell: “Children need unconditional love more than they need direction.”Kids—your own, grandkids (young crew members and apprentices too)—crave knowing you’ve got their back no matter what, way more than they need constant rules or fixes.This episode keeps it simple: show your children steady love first with quick encouragement, being there even when you’re wiped out from work, owning your screw-ups so

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00:27:47

493: Beyond the First Victory: Make Self-Mastery Stick

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/02/27

Mack Story started focusing on the hardest personal fight in Part 1—conquering yourself. In Part 2, he dives into maintaining self-mastery.Winning the fight inside yourself once is huge, but staying on top when the job gets long, the crew’s testing you, or life throws curveballs is what separates solid leaders from the rest.This episode keeps it real: spot when you start slipping (getting short-tempered, cutting corners, or letting frustration take over), build quick daily habits like taking a

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00:28:35

492: The Ultimate Victory: Conquering Yourself

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/02/20

In Part 1 of this 3 Part series, you’ll discover leadership isn't about commanding others or achieving external wins—it's about mastering the one opponent who never leaves your side: yourself.In this powerful episode, Mack Story reveals why self-mastery remains the cornerstone of authentic influence, resilience, and lasting success in any arena of life. Mack examines practical strategies to build inner discipline, emotional regulation, and mental clarity.Drawing on timeless philosophy

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00:32:52

491: The Other AI...Unlock "Authentic Influence" to...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/02/13

In a world where AI (Artificial Intelligence) is reshaping trades and blue-collar jobs faster than most realize, the real game-changer isn't just tech—it's the "other AI": Authentic Influence. "Change is hard only for the unready" (Cy Wakeman), and those ready to thrive aren't waiting for promotions or titles; they're building trust-based influence from the front lines through character, competency, and action. As John C. Maxwell says, "People who want to be

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01:20:13

490: Rock Bottom, Rehab, and Rebuilding - The Real...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/02/06

In this interview, Jeffrey Geurink discusses:His book Beyond Broken: How I Overcame Addiction and Pieced My Life Back TogetherChecking himself into rehabOvercoming severe alcohol addictionDrinking 50 cans of beer in a single dayThe challenges of rebuilding his life after rehabStarting his own construction businessSharing his story to help others rise upJeffrey Geurink is a man who has literally written the book on turning a life that felt shattered beyond repair into something purposeful and

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00:30:32

489: 5 Traits of High Impact Team Leaders (Part 2 of 2)

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/01/30

Building on relentless personal leadership development, Part 2 covers the four remaining traits for high-impact leaders in tough, low-authority kaizen events with skeptical teams.Trait #2: Connect rapidly through genuine respect—valuing identities, doubts, histories, and resistance—putting others first to build key relationships.Trait #3: Declare intent early (e.g., memorizing names, meaningful intros, showing care) to establish trust and reveal authentic motives.Trait #4: Build trust with

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00:30:25

488: 5 Traits of High Impact Team Leaders (Part 1 of 2)

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/01/23

In Part 1 of this 2 part series, Mack Story begins to explore the 5 Traits of High Impact Team Leaders, starting with the foundational trait of relentless personal leadership development—continuously investing in character over mere competency (as influence stems 87% from who you are, per key studies)—to inspire voluntary followership, boost productivity by up to 40%, and unleash team potential in high-pressure, low-authority environments where change is resisted but results are demande

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00:30:38

487: 5 Character Traits that Destroy a Leader’s...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/01/16

Crews can handle tough jobs, bad weather, tight deadlines, but they won’t tolerate a boss who acts like he’s above the rules he pushes on everyone else.Good leaders keep it real: they own their mistakes, put the team first, and stay consistent no matter who’s watching.Do that, and people will run through walls for you.Blow it with hypocrisy, blame-shifting, or manipulation, and you’ll watch your best guys walk out the door—or worse, stay and just punch the clock until something better comes

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00:31:11

Your Boss Sucks – Now What? You Have 3 Options

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/01/09

Ria and Mack Story share how dealing with a boss you can't stand boils down to three core options: Quit and Find a New Job and a New Boss: How you quit reveals A LOT about your character. Will you shine or whine?Stay and Be Proactive: addressing issues head-on through open communication and personal development as you rise above the friction.Stay and Be Reactive: moaning, groaning, and whining without building any trust or increasing your influence.Proactive choices often earn respect, maintain

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00:29:14

485: Reflect & Ignite...5 Power Questions to Launch...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2026/01/02

Kick off the new year with intention and clarity.As we wave goodbye to 2025 and step boldly into 2026, Mack & Ria Story guide you through a reflective exercise designed to help you audit your habits, celebrate your wins, and set the stage for transformative change.With a common sense approach, this episode breaks down five essential questions to help you declutter your life, amplify what works, and embrace new possibilities. This 30-minute session will provide you with a mental roadmap to help

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00:30:37

484: Choosing Your Response - How Self-Control...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2025/12/26

In this episode of the podcast, Mack Story delves into the transformative power of self-control and personal growth as outlined in his book Defining Influence: Increasing Your Influence Increases Your Options.Drawing from his own life-changing encounter with Stephen R. Covey's principle—that between stimulus and response lies a space for choice—Mack shares how embracing this idea shifted his mindset, mended fractured relationships with his son and father, and laid the foundation for his

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00:30:25

483: I Was Clueless and Surrounded by Clueless People

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2025/12/19

In this raw and real episode, Mack Story pulls no punches as he takes us back to his early 20s—long hours at work, chasing more stuff, and wasting every free minute hunting, fishing, partying, and coasting through life with a crew that was headed absolutely nowhere.He thought he had it all together because he was paying the bills (sometimes) and having “fun.”The truth?He was clueless, surrounded by clueless people, and leading a pack straight into the land of wasted potential. With brutal honesty

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00:26:44

482: Blue-Collar Boost: Low Budget Culture Hacks

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2025/12/13

Discover simple, yet highly effective ways to methodically and intentionally enhance and/or transform your organizational culture.Mack & Ria Story discuss the methods their most effective clients implement in-house to grow and develop the people within their organization.For a deep dive into the methods they'll be discussing, visit BlueCollarLeadership.com/implement

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00:28:14

481: Develop Discipline & Dump the Excuses

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2025/12/05

Mack & Ria Story discuss the importance of discipline and the impact of making excuses.Discipline is giving yourself a command and following through with it.Excuses are exits off of the highway to success.

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00:55:03

480: From F-15E Backseat to Warehouse...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2025/11/28

In this interview, Ben Hopkins discusses:A bit about his time in US Air Force in the backseat of an F-15E Strike EagleHis background in Fulfillment Centers and Distribution Centers (FC/DC)What motivated him to launch The Warehouse Underground Podcast and websiteThe best thing about working in an FC/DC?Which type of people excel in an FC/DC?His favorite leadership book and quoteBen Hopkins is a USAF Veteran who spent time as a Weapons Systems Officer in the back of an F-15E Strike Eagle. Currently,

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00:30:48

479: 7 Social Media Mistakes that Can Tank Your Job...

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2025/11/21

In today’s hyper-connected world, your social media presence isn’t just personal anymore; it’s often the first impression a hiring manager gets before they even open your resume.What you post, like, or comment on can quietly signal your professionalism, judgment, and emotional maturity (or the lack thereof).A single ill-timed rant, a subtle dig at your boss, or an old spring-break photo that never got untagged can instantly move your application from the “yes” pile to the trash without you ever

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00:20:11

478: The Hidden Ways We Undermine Trust

Blue Collar Leadership ·

2025/11/14

Mack Story unpacks the subtle yet powerful ways distrust creeps into relationships, both personal and professional, often without us realizing it.By sharing practical strategies, Mack equips listeners to recognize and counteract distrust, fostering stronger, more resilient connections with their teams and loved ones.Mack explains how seemingly minor actions—like forgetting to say thank you, ignoring a colleague, or taking someone’s efforts for granted—can create distrust faster than trust is built,

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