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Season 4, Ep. 31: Customer Expectations, Leadership Artistry, and Navigating Disagreements

Aug 3, 20261h 3m

Season 4, Ep. 32: THE INTERLUDE

Aug 3, 20265 min

Season 4, Ep. 30: Breakups, Branding, and the Power of Compounding Growth

Aug 2, 20261h 5m

Season 4, Ep. 29: Bad Days, Egos, and Finding Mental Clarity

Aug 1, 202624 min

Season 4, Ep. 28: Finding Your Leadership Voice & The Fear It Entails

Jul 31, 20261h 3m

Season 4, Ep. 27: Failure Equals Success

Jul 30, 202645 min

Season 4, Ep. 26: Understanding Internal Customers and Leadership Accountability

Jul 29, 202644 min

Season 4, Ep. 25: Seizing Life's Moments & Not Growing Weary

Jul 28, 202642 min

Season 4, Ep. 24: Navigating Executive Leadership Hiring and the Test of Patience

Jul 27, 202655 min

Season 4, Ep. 23: Building a Legit Team and Evaluating Your Circle

Jul 26, 202644 min

Season 4, Ep. 22: The Devils Advocate vs. The Optimistic Doer

Jul 25, 20261h 12m

Season 4, Ep. 21: Raising Growth Capital vs. Growing Organically

Jul 24, 202643 min

Season 4, Ep. 20: Confidence, Competition, and Creating a Culture of Winning

Jul 23, 20261h 2m

Season 4, Ep. 19: How to Win More Responsibility, Money, and Impact

Jul 22, 202654 min

Season 4, Ep. 18: Delegation, the Selfish Employee, and Career Growth

Jul 21, 202649 min

Season 4, Ep. 17: Cash Flow Highs and Lows

Jul 20, 20261h 2m

Season 4, Ep. 16: Man of Constant Sorrow

Jul 19, 202624 min

Season 4, Ep. 15: Stop Dreaming, Start Doing

Jul 18, 202633 min

Season 4, Ep. 14: Developing Legit Leaders & Building a Winning Culture - From the Vault

Jul 17, 20261h 4m

Season 4, Ep. 13: Bankruptcy Rumors, Salesguy Gossip and Embracing Innovation in the Mining Industry

Jul 16, 202654 min

Season 4, Ep. 12: When to Sell the Business & When NOT to…

Jul 15, 202648 min

Season 4, Ep. 11: Faith, Risk, and Lessons in Business with David Harris

Jul 14, 202651 min

Season 4, Ep. 10: Heartbreak & 10% More Effort from the Vault

Jul 13, 202651 min

Season 4, Ep. 9: Cowboy to CEO, Shooting from the Hip Gets You Killed

Jul 12, 202648 min

Season 4, Ep. 8: Where Did All the Good Ole Boys Go?

Jul 11, 202630 min

Season 4, Ep. 7: Leadership is Brisket

Jul 10, 202649 min

Season 4, Episode 6: The Boss is Too Big Time to Get His Hands Dirty

Jul 9, 202636 min

Season 4, Ep 5: Get Used to Winning

Jul 8, 202644 min

Season 4, Ep. 4: Profit, Passion, and the Essence of Entrepreneurship

Jul 7, 202632 min

Season 4, Ep. 3: Fat Lil Girlfriends, Winning the Game and the Power of Micro Wins

Jul 6, 202658 min

Season 4, Ep. 2 - Too Comfortable: The Key to Growth and Overcoming Stagnation

Jul 5, 202647 min

Season 4, Ep. 1 - Building Enterprise Value: Insights on Business Valuation and Team Success

Jul 4, 20261h 4m

Checking the Boxes: Building Stronger Relationships Through Daily Actions

Apr 23, 202629 min

How to Build a Side Hustle Dirt Business: Don’t Do it, But If You Must..

Apr 22, 202658 min

Keyboard CEO’s, Misleading Advice, and Who Should Start a Business

Apr 21, 202657 min

Two Ways to Become an Expert, Fighting Environmental Fees & Knowing What Good Looks Like

Apr 20, 202651 min

How to Get Promoted: Training Your Replacement and Succession Planning

Apr 19, 202630 min

Survival Mode & Midnight Math: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Rollercoaster

Apr 18, 202642 min

The Truth About Profit Margins: Balancing Stability and Growth in Business

Apr 17, 20261h 4m

Saying No: The Art of Letting the Elk Walk Away

Apr 16, 202647 min

S3 Ep 52RANT: This Is WHY Your Company Treats You Like a Number

In this episode, Keaton Turner challenges the view of employees as mere numbers, emphasizing accountability and the need to add value in the workplace. He encourages excellence, personal growth, and taking initiative. Keaton introduces the sponsor, Improve software by Aaron Witt, and critiques the blame mindset, recommending "The Empowerment Dynamic." He questions "best employer" lists, urging action over complacency. The discussion includes networking vs. skill-building, employee value, and company expectations. The episode wraps up with insights on long-term employment, recognition, and earning respect.

Apr 10, 202643 min

S3 Ep 51Do You Own The Business or Does the Business Own You? — Long-Term Business Growth and Sustainability

In this episode, Keaton Turner shares insights on defining a business and Tony Robbins' influence on his philosophy. He provides personal updates, celebrates a birthday, and announces a new Director of Maintenance. The discussion covers the importance of business systems, leadership, and balancing business with personal life, focusing on financial freedom versus schedule freedom. Keaton offers strategies for business owners, emphasizing reinvestment, hiring top talent, and avoiding excessive profit-taking. The episode concludes with tips on building a self-sustaining business and achieving long-term financial peace.

Apr 9, 20261h 0m

S3 Ep 50Stop Complaining and Start Owning: Building Mental Toughness and Responsibility

In this episode, Keaton Turner kicks off with a rant and a shoutout, quickly moving into the ineffectiveness of complaining. He emphasizes the importance of taking ownership of personal problems and critiques the prevalent culture of complaining. Keaton discusses how building mental toughness involves understanding that nobody cares about your complaints. He introduces the philosophy of extreme ownership, encouraging listeners to accept responsibility for their choices and actions. The episode focuses on the shift from a mindset of blame to one of accountability, urging listeners to embrace personal responsibility for their growth and success.

Apr 8, 202620 min

S3 Ep 49Embracing the Suck: Navigating Challenges and Growth in Your Twenties

In this episode, Keaton Turner begins with an apology for a missed and late episode, citing a busy schedule and updates to the podcast hotline. He engages with listener voicemails, addressing Nate's question before sharing personal updates on coaching kids' baseball. Keaton postpones a planned episode on conflict resolution to focus on embracing tough times in your twenties. Through personal anecdotes, he highlights the importance of early career struggles and offers practical advice for navigating them. Keaton reflects on his hardest year in business, emphasizing learning from others' struggles and preparing for challenging periods. He concludes with the significance of tackling big problems, encouraging listener engagement via the Per Diem hotline.

Apr 7, 202639 min

S3 Ep 48Working Hard or Hardly Working: Balancing Authenticity, Recognition, and Workplace Dynamics

In this episode, DK and Keaton Turner kick off with a discussion on motives and the significance of caring about a boss's perception. They delve into past experiences and the role of authenticity in the workplace. The conversation moves to the balance between criticizing and helping coworkers, highlighting the importance of internal friction. Keaton discusses the pitfalls of overcompensating for recognition and the long-term effects of self-promotion. Observations on LinkedIn behavior lead to an exploration of true leadership qualities and the owner's perspective on employee cynicism. The episode concludes with a reflection on the importance of empowering others, recognizing true contributions, and the role of empathy and support in achieving mutual success.

Apr 6, 202631 min

S3 Ep 47What Do You Cost: Generate Revenue or Reduce Cost and Build an Owner's Mindset

In this episode, Keaton Turner shares his daily routine, focusing on the importance of different job mindsets and the contrast between professional and worksite attire. He explores career advancement through cost-saving measures, preventing equipment damage, and enhancing employee efficiency. Keaton addresses misconceptions about employee costs and the benefits of gamifying work. He highlights motivational meetings, building a reputation for efficiency, and changing coworkers' mindsets. The episode concludes with tips for handling unmotivated team members and improving performance, along with a sponsor message from QuickBooks.

Apr 5, 202652 min

S3 Ep 46Second Chances: Reflections on Tiger Woods, Loyalty, and Personal Redemption

In this episode, Keaton Turner reflects on the Tiger Woods incident and sponsor reactions, focusing on second chances. He discusses Monster Energy's loyalty and marketing strategies following Tiger's announcement. Drawing from his own experiences, Keaton shares a story about a troubled employee, Albert, highlighting the balance between cutting ties and offering chances. He emphasizes action for personal change, accepting blame, and the path to redemption. Keaton expresses belief in Tiger Woods' comeback and offers encouragement to those at rock bottom.

Apr 4, 202655 min

S3 Ep 45Listener Q&A Part 3: Insights from Naples and Firing People Who Don’t Fit

In this episode, Keaton Turner returns with a recap of recent events, including a trip to Naples for the Pit and Quarry event. He highlights the importance of networking and shares a memorable experience at Bicyclette Cookshop. A meeting with a former McDonald's president leads to today's main topic, sparked by a listener's question on new hires. Keaton discusses core values, hiring practices, and the challenge of raising the bar within the organization. He explores leadership evolution, personal and professional growth, and hints at a possible future pause for the podcast.

Apr 3, 202646 min

S3 Ep 44Listener Q&A Part 2: Lessons, Reflections, and Living Without Regrets

In this episode, Keaton Turner starts with listener appreciation and feedback before sharing his journey of quitting nicotine. He answers Instagram questions and shares a funny interruption from an American Express call. Keaton discusses his favorite car, plans for Puerto Rico, and his parenting philosophy. He shares thoughts on Volvo equipment and reflects on missing fieldwork in his current role. An intermission features an excavator story. Keaton shares lessons on living without regrets and life's unpredictability, ending with an inspiring Anthony Bourdain quote and a tease for future episodes.

Apr 2, 202635 min

S3 Ep 43Listener Q&A Part 1: A Dive into Projects, Plans and Challenges

In this episode, Keaton Turner welcomes listeners back with some friendly banter and updates on Carl's recent move. He shares insights about the current weather in Indiana and family activities, followed by a discussion on an Instagram poll and listener questions. Keaton delves into the challenges faced with an Ohio project and provides details on a frac sand project. He shares future goals and aspirations, discusses networking strategies, and imagines a dream golf foursome. Thoughts on flying lessons and a question about gear hauling from Delbert are also covered. Keaton outlines future plans in West Texas and considers setting up a dinner with listeners, wrapping up with closing thoughts and teasers for upcoming episodes.

Apr 1, 202645 min