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Not enough people are aware of the opportunities in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industries! There is NO OTHER industry that offers such a broad spectrum of career paths with such high probabilities of substantial wealth.
While most people think of the industry as "boots and jeans" working for "slave wages". Very few people are aware that most skilled trades people make well over $100,000 per year. Most are also unaware of the project management and executive positions available through out the industry. Not to mention the golden opportunities to become an entrepreneur and your own boss!
This podcast highlights all of these opportunities, the increasing demand, decreasing supply, advancement and effect of new technology, and more. Most importantly our guests will share their stories of triumph over struggles such as poverty, difficulties in childhood, drug addiction, racism, immigration, mental health, disabilities, and more....
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In this episode of the Construction Mentor Podcast, host Ike dives deep into the critical aspects of procurement and submittals for general contractors and subcontractors. He emphasizes the importance of proactive risk management in the face of unpredictable market conditions, such as price spikes and supply chain disruptions. Ike outlines a tactical approach to mitigate risks through effective contract language, advanced planning, and operational strategies, ensuring that contractors can navigate the complexities of the construction industry successfully.Ike introduces four key pillars for managing procurement and submittals: contract protections, advanced planning, effective paperwork processes, and operational tactics. He stresses the necessity of clear communication and documentation throughout the project lifecycle, highlighting that successful risk management is not just about avoiding pitfalls but also about fostering win-win scenarios for all stakeholders involved. By implementing these strategies, contractors can protect their cash flow and ensure project success, even in challenging environments.Start the FREE Construction Project Management Introduction Course with CourseCareers Now: https://coursecareers.com/a/ike?course=construction-management&campaign=YT 📚 Student & Alumni Reviews: https://coursecareers.com/reviews 🎓Testimonial of CourseCareers https://youtu.be/RRl88nof5f8?si=dKeh4ZnnJ4Yfoo7l🤯 Even More Testimonials: https://www.youtube.com/@coursecareers Takeaways:"We're here to promote the construction industry as the best path to create your dream life.""You cannot operate with your own interests as the only interest out there.""The goal is to put everybody in a situation to win.""You can't manage what you don't control.""Cash is king.""The earlier you submit, the earlier long lead items can be released.""You want to create a chart or create an Excel sheet that identifies everything you need to buy.""You have to document everything to protect your cash flow and your schedule equally.""Treat your supply chain like a partner.""Prioritize that six sigma winning win, win, win, win, win at all levels."
#112 Building a Life of Purpose: Viral Social Media Influencer's Path in the Blue Collar World
Episode 112
Monday, January 19, 2026 • Duration 59:44
In this episode of the Construction Mentor Podcast, host Ike engages in a compelling conversation with Aydan, a young diesel mechanic and content creator. Aydan shares his journey into the blue-collar industry, emphasizing the limitless opportunities available within skilled trades. He discusses his passion for mechanics, the importance of faith in his life, and how he uses social media to inspire others. Aydan's story highlights the significance of pursuing one's purpose and the value of hard work, especially in a field often overlooked by young people. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating peer pressure and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences.
Start the FREE Construction Project Management Introduction Course with CourseCareers Now: https://coursecareers.com/a/ike?course=construction-management&campaign=YT
🎓Testimonial of CourseCareers https://youtu.be/RRl88nof5f8?si=dKeh4ZnnJ4Yfoo7l
🤯 Even More Testimonials: https://www.youtube.com/@coursecareers Takeaways
"People can't take advantage of the opportunities if they don't even know what doors are open to them."
"You have to be teachable to be able to get through life in general."
"You can either choose to be a victim or a victor."
"It doesn't cost a single penny to show up on time or to work hard."
"If you have a skill set, you can move anywhere that you want."
Keywords:
construction, blue collar, diesel mechanic, faith, career growth, skilled trades, social media, mentorship, personal development, opportunities
#103 From 7th Grade Dropout To 6 Figures In Construction Management
Thursday, November 13, 2025 • Duration 30:42
In this episode, Eric Will Hunt and Ike discuss the importance of mentorship, personal growth, and the construction industry. They share personal stories about overcoming challenges (having dropped out of school in the 7th grade, being welfare, and a parent struggling with addiction) the value of hard work, and the impact of having a mentor. The conversation also touches on the misconceptions about the construction industry and the opportunities it offers for a fulfilling career.
Takeaways:
Flip the script before asking for more money by adding value.
Model success by following those who have what you want.
Mentorship can be found online through social media.
Hard work and persistence are key to success.
The construction industry offers diverse career paths.
Experience can outweigh formal education in many fields.
Networking and putting yourself in front of the right people is crucial.
Listening and observing can be more valuable than speaking.
Overcoming a challenging background is possible with determination.
Quality of life perks in property management are often overlooked.
Start the FREE Construction Project Management Introduction Course with CourseCareers Now: https://coursecareers.com/a/ike?course=construction-management&campaign=YT
📚 Student & Alumni Reviews:
https://coursecareers.com/reviews
🎓Testimonial of CourseCareers
https://youtu.be/RRl88nof5f8?si=dKeh4ZnnJ4Yfoo7l
#013 - # 1 Way To Rise Faster In Your Career, Get Caught Doing This...
Monday, September 18, 2023 • Duration 19:51
Reality is not reality. Perception is reality. When it comes
to your career you must always keep this in mind.
In other words, people will create a perception of you, and
it may not be justified or fair in your eyes. They may create a perception
about someone else that may not be justified or fair either.
Have you ever noticed people play favorites with people who
don’t deserve it? Maybe it is your parents with your sibling, or maybe it is a
sports coach, or teacher….or worst of all, your boss. We will all experience
this at one point in our lives.
In life we should not care what other people think. But in
our careers, we should care deeply about what other people think. Because other
people’s perception of us, directly correlates with our value, our
compensation, and position.
Ultimately you cannot control what other people think, BUT
you can influence the heck out of them.
One could teach an entire seminar on the different ways to
do this, but for this blog I want to concentrate on one specifically.
That is, showing up earlier, and leaving later…. than
everyone.
Now, the popular narrative today is “work life balance”.
Which is fine, you can probably adequately do your job within the normal 8am –
5pm window, and then you can enjoy your life.
Do not misconstrue what I am saying, you should enjoy your
life.
#012 Make Millions Flipping Houses, & Starting a Plumbing Business w/ NO COLLEGE DEGREE; Marc Mason
Monday, September 11, 2023 • Duration 48:06
In this episode we sit down with Marc Mason to talk about is upbringing and how he has risen to own several 7 figure businesses.
Marc walks us through his personal life growing up; being raised by his grandparents, trauma he experienced at a young age, his experience at a vocational high school, getting his plumbing license and the obstacles he overcame on his way to a lucrative business career.
Marc is part owner of RCL Mechanical, a plumbing contractor in Massachusetts. Marc has also successfully flipped well over 100 houses and currently has 50 plus new developments in the works.
Marc is a wealth of knowledge we all could learn from. Especially any young people who are facing the same obstacles Marc did at a young age and especially for those with entrepreneurial aspirations and those with an appetite for real estate investing!
Key words...
Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale
training, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Construction
sounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Construction
jobs interview, construction jobs that pay well, construction jobs with no
experience,
Jobs that pay well without a degree, jobs that can make you
a millionaire, jobs that pay well, jobs that pay over 100k, jobs that allow you
to travel, jobs that don’t require a college degree, jobs that AI can’t replace,
jobs that Pay 100k a year without a degree, jobs that will be replaced with AI,
jobs that will make you a millionaire, jobs that make over 100k a year, jobs
that hire immediately
Careers that make a lot of money, careers in finance,
careers for introverts, careers that don’t require a degree, careers without a
#010 - Is A.I. & 3D Printing Taking Blue Collar Jobs?
Saturday, September 2, 2023 • Duration 41:47
Will artificial intelligence and 3D printing replace humans? It is a very valid question! Through out our first 9 episodes we have received thousands of comments and messages regarding A.I.
Some people feel as though this is the answer to the labor gap. Others feel as though they will replace humans entirely, making construction a poor choice for a career. Neither of these appear to be accurate!
Whether you tare thinking about a career in construction or you are already in construction, the implementation of A.I. is something to get excited about!
This should attract a new demographic of young people to the industry. There is no better industry to be at the fore front of technology. Construction is no longer just your "hands on", brute, ultra masculine type of work. There is tremendous opportunity for those who are interested in things like gaming, virtual reality, data analysis, etc. From using data analysis during preconstruction bidding and planning, to 3D design and coordination, to robotic and remote robotic equipment in the field the opportunity to use and develop pioneering technology is unlike any other industry!
It should excited people already in the industry by lightening the load on people's body's and their minds. Jobsites will be safer, run more efficiently, have more complete and coordinated drawing sets, communicate more efficiently, all of which will reduce stress and ENHANCE your work experience.
For decades the construction industry has revolved around people are constantly leveraging liability and risk as a top priority. People have been out there "trying not to lose the game". A.I. will enable the industry to become more proactive, productive, proficient, and PROFITABLE.
Watch this episode and find out how A.I. will enhance your career in construction!
P.S. - If and when artificial intelligence can capture the nuance of construction and replace humans, we as humans are obsolete anyway, and we have MUCH BIGGER PROBLEMS.
Key words...
Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale
#004 - The COLLEGE INVESTMENT, Student Loan & Tuition Vs. Starting Salaries
Saturday, September 2, 2023 • Duration 32:26
Before you decide what college you would like attend and before you decide what career you would like to pursue, you must evaluate the cost of the education vs the salary this will enable you to make.
What does a college tuition cost? What will the student loan cost you each month for 30 years until it is paid off? How does the student loan interest rate effect that? What will your monthly budget look like after graduation? Is college the best option, or is a trade a better option?
Key words...
Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale
training, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Construction
sounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Construction
jobs interview, construction jobs that pay well, construction jobs with no
experience,
Jobs that pay well without a degree, jobs that can make you
a millionaire, jobs that pay well, jobs that pay over 100k, jobs that allow you
to travel, jobs that don’t require a college degree, jobs that AI can’t replace,
jobs that Pay 100k a year without a degree, jobs that will be replaced with AI,
jobs that will make you a millionaire, jobs that make over 100k a year, jobs
that hire immediately
Careers that make a lot of money, careers in finance,
careers for introverts, careers that don’t require a degree, careers without a
degree, careers in tech
Blue collar millionaires, blue collar boys, blue collar man,
blue collar edu,
Skilled trades shortage, skilled trades that pay well,
#011 - 7 Reasons Why 75% Of Projects Are Behind Schedule
Saturday, September 2, 2023 • Duration 28:24
According to several construction management publications and technology companies, 75% of construction projects finish behind schedule or late.
Why is that? What are the common mistakes made when creating a project schedule? What are the common mistakes during construction that cause us to be late or fall behind?
Here are 7 reasons why we cannot maintain a project schedule on 75% of projects. These 7 focal points are all within the contractor's control! If you are a property owner, client representative, or Architect, you should be aware of these as well!
Key words...
Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale
training, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Construction
sounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Construction
jobs interview, construction jobs that pay well, construction jobs with no
experience,
Jobs that pay well without a degree, jobs that can make you
a millionaire, jobs that pay well, jobs that pay over 100k, jobs that allow you
to travel, jobs that don’t require a college degree, jobs that AI can’t replace,
jobs that Pay 100k a year without a degree, jobs that will be replaced with AI,
jobs that will make you a millionaire, jobs that make over 100k a year, jobs
that hire immediately
Careers that make a lot of money, careers in finance,
careers for introverts, careers that don’t require a degree, careers without a
degree, careers in tech
Blue collar millionaires, blue collar boys, blue collar man,
blue collar edu,
#001 - 3 Reasons Why Mentorship Programs FAIL
Thursday, August 31, 2023 • Duration 19:07
The #1 thing you must do to rise in your career is to find a mentor! Maybe even several mentors!
But... why is it so difficult to find a mentor?
Why do major corporations spend millions of dollars trying to develop a mentor program only to see people fail or leave the company at the same rate?
Most importantly...why is it so important for you?
Key words...
Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale
training, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Construction
sounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Construction
jobs interview, construction jobs that pay well, construction jobs with no
experience,
Jobs that pay well without a degree, jobs that can make you
a millionaire, jobs that pay well, jobs that pay over 100k, jobs that allow you
to travel, jobs that don’t require a college degree, jobs that AI can’t replace,
jobs that Pay 100k a year without a degree, jobs that will be replaced with AI,
jobs that will make you a millionaire, jobs that make over 100k a year, jobs
that hire immediately
Careers that make a lot of money, careers in finance,
careers for introverts, careers that don’t require a degree, careers without a
degree, careers in tech
Blue collar millionaires, blue collar boys, blue collar man,
blue collar edu,
Skilled trades shortage, skilled trades that pay well,
skilled trades vs college, skilled trades in demand, skilled trades are dying,
#007 Abandoned By Parents, Institutionalized, Abused, Then Homeless, NOW Making $20,000,000 a year!
Thursday, August 31, 2023 • Duration 55:45
In this episode we interview Al Miller, Owner of Wildcat Renovation LLC. He shares his story from the beginning. Included in his story: What it was like as a boy in Iowa, being institutionalized as a young teenager in an abusive facility, being homeless at 18 years old with no one to rely on, and now today owning and operating a demolition company that generates $20,000,000 in revenue per year!
If anyone was ever given an opportunity to play the victim, it is Al. But he never did! By developing a strong mindset, strong skillset and willingness to do anything it took to succeed, Al is living proof that the sky is the limit in construction!
Key words...
Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale
training, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Construction
sounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Construction
jobs interview, construction jobs that pay well, construction jobs with no
experience,
Jobs that pay well without a degree, jobs that can make you
a millionaire, jobs that pay well, jobs that pay over 100k, jobs that allow you
to travel, jobs that don’t require a college degree, jobs that AI can’t replace,
jobs that Pay 100k a year without a degree, jobs that will be replaced with AI,
jobs that will make you a millionaire, jobs that make over 100k a year, jobs
that hire immediately
Careers that make a lot of money, careers in finance,
careers for introverts, careers that don’t require a degree, careers without a
degree, careers in tech
Blue collar millionaires, blue collar boys, blue collar man,
blue collar edu,
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