Leadership isn’t about having all the answers.
It’s about being generous enough to grow.

This week, we sit down with Joe Davis, author of The Generous Leader, to explore what it really means to lead. Not through control, but through service, humility, and transformation.

Joe shares stories from his personal journey, how his perspective on leadership has changed, and how generosity became the foundation for his growth as a person and a professional.

🔵 In this episode:
– Why generous leadership isn’t weakness, it’s strength
– The difference between confidence and arrogance
– How real transformation starts with self-awareness
– Why legacy has more to do with how you lead today than how you’ll be remembered tomorrow

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Rich Ortega is the founder of On The Rock Services, but he doesn’t just run a business — he leads with intention.

In this episode, Rich breaks down what it means to build a culture, set a standard, and lead with purpose in the skilled trades. From coaching his team to staying disciplined as an owner, this conversation covers what it takes to do business the right way — with accountability, hustle, and heart.

If you’re looking for insight on growth, leadership, or creating a rock-solid company culture, you’re in the right place.

🔵 Topics Covered:
– Why team culture matters more than tools
– How to lead like a coach, not a boss
– Building systems that reinforce accountability
– The mindset that separates long-term businesses from quick wins

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Join me in a raw and real conversation with Greg Christensen, host of CMMS Radio, as we dive into why genuine win-win situations are so elusive in business. Greg shares insights into maintaining integrity, navigating the complexities of rapid growth, and staying focused on adding real value.

Whether you're leading teams, managing facilities, or scaling a business, Greg’s perspectives on accountability, intentionality, and authenticity provide actionable takeaways to keep your mission clear and impactful.

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Luke Lunkenheimer is living proof that you can rewrite your story.

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, he opens up about battling addiction, facing prison, and finding salvation in sales not just as a career, but as a purpose.

This one hits hard.

Luke doesn’t sugarcoat the pain, the hustle, or the pressure. But he shows how discipline, mindset, and real human connection can turn everything around.

🎯 If you’re in the trades, in leadership, or fighting your own uphill battle, you need this.

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This week, I sat down with Shell Mendelson, an ADHD Career Coach with a powerful story and even stronger mission.

We talked about what it’s like to discover your neurodivergence later in life, how that changes everything, and why blue-collar careers could be the ideal match for people with ADHD.

Shell’s message is clear: ADHD doesn’t hold you back... misunderstanding ADHD does.

This episode is for anyone who’s felt “too different” for the box they were told to fit in.

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Ryan Englin returns with a powerful reminder: leadership isn’t about control, it’s about connection.

We talk about what it really means to care for your team, why emotional intelligence is the future of skilled trades leadership, and how to build a business people actually want to work for.

Whether you’re struggling to hire, retain, or inspire your people, this episode is your wake-up call.

In this episode of Blue Is The New White, Josh Zolin sits down with Ken Rusk, entrepreneur and author of Blue Collar Cash, to unpack the realities of building a fulfilling and financially free life through the trades.

Ken talks about hiring thousands of employees, discovering what motivates people, and how vision (not education) is the real key to success. From teaching others how to find their lane to helping blue collar workers unlock their potential, this episode is a must for anyone chasing purpose and profit outside the traditional system.

Tune in for practical wisdom, bold mindset shifts, and a blueprint for building a life you're excited to wake up to.

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This week’s Blue Is The New White recap shines a spotlight on Dave Consulo, Profit Coach and Trainer at BDR.

In this clip, Dave breaks down the real power behind high-performing teams in the trades: mindset. It’s not just about tools, tasks, or time. It's about the way your people think, feel, and grow inside your business.

Don’t miss this reminder that your business will only grow as much as your people do.