Griff Reome shares his path to leadership, starting with his upbringing in Northern California and his exposure to the construction industry through his father's business. He discusses his experience in the Caterpillar Think Big program, which provided him with hands-on training and internships, and how it shaped his work ethic and passion for the industry. Griff emphasizes the importance of finding something worth working for and inspiring young people to develop a strong work ethic. He also highlights the challenges of balancing work and family life and the need for parents to instill the value of hard work in their children. The conversation explores the importance of being a bridge builder between generations and the shift in challenges faced by different generations. It emphasizes the need for downtime and embracing the challenges and hard work in order to grow. The discussion also delves into the significance of workforce development and the need to invest in people and support their development. It highlights the importance of reaching out to underserved communities and adopting a different mindset for recruiting and development. The conversation concludes with insights on leadership and the importance of taking initiative and building relationships.