Explore every episode of the podcast The Tradesman Experience
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| Stop Trying To Promote | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:55:24 | |
Why are people trying so hard to get the next promotion? What should they do instead? This week Nate and Josh discuss why trying to promote should not be the primary focus, but getting better at what you're currently doing instead. | |||
| Friendship or Leadership | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:38:57 | |
Can you be a Leader and a Friend? This is a concern I hear often when it comes to leadership. It is believed that you can get too close to lead someone. This week I jump into the pros and cons of this dilemma and discuss how you can prevent this from becoming an issue. | |||
| A Throwback For The OG's | 07 Oct 2024 | 01:10:47 | |
Pulled this one from the archives. Episode 5, Meet Battle Born Welding. Oldie but a goodie. | |||
| GSD #18 KEEP SWINGING | 17 Aug 2023 | 00:09:47 | |
The Law of 5 is a lesson I learned early on from the writings and teachings of John Maxwell. This week's GSD I unpack this lesson and discuss what happens if you ignore it. | |||
| Sales | 14 Aug 2023 | 01:00:42 | |
Sales are more simple than we make it! But the truth is you won't survive without it. This week we dive into sales, communication and systems that will set you up for success and a winning experience for your client. @thetradesmanexperience @natenewton87 thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #17 Oath of Growth | 10 Aug 2023 | 00:07:22 | |
I recently heard the phrase 'Oath of Poverty' and it struck me! Join me as I discuss the oath that we take with ourselves and how that shows up everyday. | |||
| Head Hunting | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:54:40 | |
If you are looking for a top performer to add to your company, realize they are currently working. This week we discuss what to look for, how to recruit them and what that conversation looks like. @thatradesmanexperience @natenewton87 thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #16 TOP 10 | 03 Aug 2023 | 00:08:16 | |
What are the qualities of CHICKENSHIT LEADERSHIP? Here is my list of the top 10 qualities that make up such a person. | |||
| Ask Me Anything | 31 Jul 2023 | 02:21:54 | |
We made it to 200! This week we celebrate with questions from the listeners. Ranging from career choices, drug experiences, life and beard care, we share our thoughts and beliefs. Thank you for supporting us on this great journey! @thetradesmanexperience @natenewton87 thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #15 EXECUTE EXECUTE | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:07:14 | |
Too often people fall in love with the idea, and neglect the process. Build a plan and execute execute execute. | |||
| War Room Conversations | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:52:08 | |
If you want to increase the health of your culture you must have War Room Conversations! This week we dive into what that looks like and how to create the environment for these conversations. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #14 MANAGERS | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:07:41 | |
People don't leave jobs, they leave leaders! | |||
| Operational Tolerance | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:55:54 | |
One of my favorite quotes is "It's not what you preach, it's what you tolerate." This week we discuss the things you tolerate in your business, in your personal behavior and your teams. @thetradesmanexperience @natenewton87 thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| A Problem With The Blueprint | 30 Sep 2024 | 00:51:06 | |
This one might sting. What is your blueprint? What do you need to know? This week I jump into 5 areas of life that you need a blueprint for. | |||
| GSD #13 A JUSTIFIED COMPLIMENT | 13 Jul 2023 | 00:07:09 | |
Someone's opinion of you is none of your business. Be the writer of your own story, be the wolf among sheep and be the monster in the darkness. | |||
| Operational Excellence | 10 Jul 2023 | 01:00:45 | |
How well does your business operate? Would it survive the school bus test? This week we dive into operations of the business, keeping the human factor & how systems will set you and your team up for success. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexeperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #12 CAPACITY | 06 Jul 2023 | 00:07:57 | |
What is your operating capacity? What is your operating potential? What is the difference? Find out in this weeks GSD episode! @thetradesmanexperience | |||
| Operational Capacity | 03 Jul 2023 | 01:02:10 | |
What is the operational capacity of your team? Do we create unrealistic expectations for their performance? Why don't they care as much as I do? This week we dive into these questions and explain operational capacity. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #11 GET FIT | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:15:56 | |
You need to be fit in multiple areas of your life. Physical, Relationship, Financial, Mental, Social. They all compliment each other and will work to build the best version of you.
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| The Client Gets A Vote | 26 Jun 2023 | 00:55:59 | |
We try to make a perfect plan, then immediately it goes to hell. This week we discuss the concept of Everyone Gets A Vote. The client, the weather, subcontractors, material, etc. When you're too close to your plan, you become emotional when it fails. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #10 CONSUMPTION | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:07:39 | |
What are you consuming? Social medai, sports statistics, alcohol, movies... How much do you know about yourself compared to your favorite sports team? | |||
| Accountable Growth | 19 Jun 2023 | 01:02:08 | |
What is your growth plan? What should you do after onboarding? How do you know what your team wants? Join us this week as we answer these questions and walk you through developing a growth plan that keeps everyone accountable.
@natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com thetradesmanexperience.com | |||
| GSD #9 THE TRUTH | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:11:13 | |
Are you lying to yourself? Are you lying to others? Are others lying to you? Let's find out. | |||
| Cultural Asset | 12 Jun 2023 | 01:06:05 | |
How are you adding value? How are you leading others? Are you a cultural asset? This week we dive into these questions and more on how to become more valuable. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexeperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Don't Fall In The Pitfall | 23 Sep 2024 | 01:06:15 | |
In small business, the constraints and difficulites seem endless. This week we dive into the top 5 Pitfalls of Leadership, Culture & Money and share our expereinces in deaing with each of them.
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| Change Your Story with Tom Reber | 05 Jun 2023 | 00:59:21 | |
Back on the podcast this week is Tom Reber, founder of The Contractor Fight. We dive into what it means to 'change your story'. From fitness to toxic masculinity, 3 steps to change your story, to identifying where you are, this conversation is aggressive and wide ranging. thecontractorfight.com thetradesmanexperience.com @thecontractorfight @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #8 BE DECISIVE | 01 Jun 2023 | 00:06:23 | |
To often people don't make a decision. They are not confident in what they want or who they are. Be a MONSTER and be decisive. @thetradesmanexperience | |||
| Toxic Masculinity | 29 May 2023 | 01:08:41 | |
What is toxic masculinity? Does it really exist? Is there an attack on masculinity? This week we answer these questions and many more. We dive into the different roles of provider, supporter and protector as well as share our own faults as men. @thetradesmanexperience @natenewton87 thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #7 A NICE GUY | 25 May 2023 | 00:08:03 | |
Are you a nice guy or a good man? Listen to the week's GSD episode! | |||
| A Broken Ship | 22 May 2023 | 00:50:57 | |
Most of the time a Partnership is that ship that doesn't sail. Why is this? Join me on this conversation about asking hard question, building strong partners & understanding the level of accountability that it takes to own a buisness. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com
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| GSD #6 NON-NEGOTIABLES | 18 May 2023 | 00:07:50 | |
What are things about you that you will not compromise on? Do your non-negotiables conflict with your values? Do you judge others based on your non-negotiables? Find out on this week's GSD episode. | |||
| GSDMF with Holden Jacklin | 15 May 2023 | 01:35:28 | |
We all know that one person that just figures it out and gets it done. Doesn't need permission, doesn't make excuses and doesn't complain. This week we have in the studio Holden Jacklin, a Get Shit Done Mother Fucker as Nate describes him. From amplifying your talent to learning patience, this conversation is full of good info. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #5 Habits & Routines | 11 May 2023 | 00:08:01 | |
What is the difference between a habit and a routine? Find out on this week's GSD episode. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Performance Guilt | 08 May 2023 | 00:35:43 | |
How often do you feel like you're not working hard enough? In this episode I discuss the struggle of performance guilt. Between finding things to do to fill your time and vacation discipline, there are often times we stay bust to feel productive. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #4 BEHAVIOR | 04 May 2023 | 00:06:46 | |
People believe what they see, not what they hear. What does your behavior say about you? Does your behavior align with your words? Find out on this week's Get Shit Done episode. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Systematic Failure | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:55:18 | |
You can rise to the goal but you will always fall to your systems. What are systems? They are th habits of your business. An effective system is a repeatable process that solves a problem. This week Nate and I talk about what happens when you DO and DON'T have systems in your busienss. | |||
| A Disappointing Result | 01 May 2023 | 00:49:44 | |
This week we dive into a question about micro-managing. Is your team working to accomplish the result or are they working to not disappoint you? Join us as week go down this path of leadership, self awareness, micro-managing & leveraging disappointment. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #3 GLORY DAYS | 27 Apr 2023 | 00:09:24 | |
Some people live in the present and plan for the future. Others live in a moment of the past often called the glory days. Are you one of those? Find out in this weeks Get Shit Done episode.
@thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexpereince.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Confidence In Your Worth | 24 Apr 2023 | 01:12:11 | |
Having confidence is what you charge is important. This week Nate and I discuss knowing your worth, building confidence, communicating with the client & overcoming the simple mistakes of selling. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #2 REPUTATION | 20 Apr 2023 | 00:07:40 | |
I found myself hiding behind my reputation because my ego told me to! This week on the GSD I share a recent story and hard questions I had to ask myself to move past a bad client. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Mental Health with Aaron Witt | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:59:41 | |
"In 2020, there were 1,008 deaths on American job sites, while approximately 5,500 construction workers died by suicide. Over 5X the rate of workplace fatalities... I can't walk onto a job site without safety mentioned, but rarely, if ever, do I hear about mental health." Aaron Witt, Feb 23, 2023. This week we have Aaron Witt of Dirt Talk on the show to discuss mental health. Aaron shares his introduction to the trades as we dive in to hard conversations, therapy, leadership and personal development.
@aaronwitt @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| GSD #1 GOALS | 13 Apr 2023 | 00:09:47 | |
On the first installment of Get Shit Done we are discussing GOALS! Such an overused term. Why does no one like goals? Because they don't understand them. Learn how to create them, chart the course, assess and course correct as needed. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexpereince@gmail.com | |||
| The Role of the Client | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:56:30 | |
Roles, Responsibilities and Expectations are something we talk about a lot!. This week we discuss what that looks like from the client's perspective and how to create that clarity. Communicating with clear expectations and sometimes drawing a line in the sand is necessary. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| DO YOUR JOB | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:37:58 | |
It's frustrating for Leaders when people quit their job over their own neglegence. This week is an unfiltered rant about lazy people, poor excuses & reasons managers exist. @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Not Enough Help | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:52:04 | |
Too much work and not enough help is a common narrative in business today. This week we deconstruct that phrase, work to understand it and reconstruct a new narrative. Saying NO to jobs, attracting high performers & creating opportunites in your business are a few of the solutions to having better work and a better team. @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Building A Team | 20 Mar 2023 | 01:08:07 | |
This week it's just us on the mic. What does it take to build a team? Who needs to be your first hire? How do you create positions in the company? We aswer these questons, share our weekend birthday trip, laugh at our 'nerf war' stories and discuss the value of having quality friends.
@natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| The Marketing Mutt with Brittany Murphy | 09 Sep 2024 | 01:08:50 | |
Welcome back to the mic Brittany Murphy. In this conversation we discuss business, operations and of course marketing. Brittany has started her own business now and is targeting blue collar businesses. Contact: themarketingmutt@gmail.com Schedule: https://marketingmutt.youcanbook.me/
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| Sanity Projects w/Nick Bezates | 13 Mar 2023 | 01:19:42 | |
This week we welcome back Nick Bezates! In this wide ranging coversation we discuss specializing your craft, managing burnout, morning routines and defining the day. Check him out on Instagram @bezatesn @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| Wear Less Hats w/Deryk Garrett | 06 Mar 2023 | 01:35:33 | |
This week Nate is back in the studio and we have a special guest (virtually). Deryk Garrett, owner of Hot Shot Speciality Welding, is a returning guest from episode 58. We discuss what he has learned over the past two years, how his team has grown, what shifts he has made with his business and the importance of delegation. @hot_shot_welding @natenewton87 @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com | |||
| One Thing Marketing w/Brittany Murphy | 27 Feb 2023 | 01:36:29 | |
How important is marketing your business? How would you define marketing? This week we answer these questions and a bunch more in this wide ranging conversation with Brittany Murphy from One Thing Marketing. As a company that specializes in working with skilled trade companies, they understand how to work with you in a way that will compliment your business and growth. onethingmarketing.net brittany@onethingmarketing.net @thetradesmanexperience thetradesmanexperience.com thetradesmanexperience@gmail.com
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