Hardworking Happy Hour

The conversation explores the debate between going to college or pursuing a trade, with statistics showing a decline in college enrollment and an increase in interest in the trades. The availability of student loans and the perception of different career paths play a significant role in decision-making. Union membership in the trades has been declining, and there is a growing interest in advanced degree tech schools. The use of cross-laminated timber (CLT) as a new wood product in construction is also discussed. In this conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss the use of cross-laminated timber (CLT) in construction. They explore the advantages of CLT, such as its renewable nature and lighter weight compared to steel and concrete. They also discuss the challenges and limitations of using CLT, including its current higher cost and code restrictions. The conversation transitions to a trivia segment where they ask each other questions related to construction. They reflect on the importance of allowing young adults to take time to explore different paths before committing to a career.

After taking a month off, Catherine and Sean discuss the changes they made to improve their podcast. They explore the topic of building infrastructure for the Olympics and the efforts to reduce waste and be more environmentally friendly. They discuss the construction process, the use of undocumented and migrant workers, and the controversy surrounding worker safety. They also touch on the cost of hosting the Olympics and the reuse of facilities after the games. The conversation concludes with a discussion about their favorite Olympic events and which events they would participate in if given the chance. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss various topics including Trinity Rodman's performance in the Olympics, new heat safety rules in construction, and a construction trivia game. They aim to create a sense of community for listeners in the construction industry and provide both educational and entertaining content.

We are on the home stretch of our summer vacation break! For our last throwback episode we decided to treat the people to what they want, Anthony! We will be back with original new revamped content NEXT WEEK!

In this weeks episode, we are in week 3 of our mini hiatus! We are throwing it back to our 3rd episode about ALL THINGS SOCIAL MEDIA!

Hello listeners! For week two of our throwback hiatus summer vacation we bring back one of our favorite episodes all about designing with intention! Enjoy!

Hello Hardworking Happy Hour listeners! After 120 episodes we have a decided to take a short summer break! For the month of July we will be reuploading some of our favorite older episodes to give ourselves some time to work on the behind the scenes things that goes in to running a podcast so we can continue to bring you guys the best content possible! This week will be revisiting our first episode, Thinking Outside The Box! Enjoy!

In this conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss various topics, including mushroom coffee, leadership styles, and the importance of dissent in a team or business. Sean shares insights from a podcast interview with the former CEO of Netflix, Reed Hastings, who emphasizes the value of disagreements and cultivating an environment where dissent is encouraged. They also touch on the challenges of maintaining a balance between loyalty and constructive criticism within a team. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the importance of encouraging dissent and differing opinions in the workplace. They highlight the value of open discussions and debates in generating the best ideas and outcomes. They also touch on the topic of software hacks and the potential impact on businesses, emphasizing the need for backup plans and cybersecurity measures. The conversation concludes with a mention of upcoming guest appearances on the podcast.

This weeks conversation begins with a discussion about technical difficulties and the milestone of reaching 1 million followers. Sean and Cather debate the significance of follower count and emphasize the importance of community and engagement. They also touch on the topic of slowing down leads in the current economy. The conversation then transitions to a lighthearted discussion about having a catch and the joy it brings. They express the desire to experiment and deepen the connection with their community. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss various topics including having a catch, the slowdown in leads, and the potential risks of artificial intelligence (AI). They share their experiences and perspectives on these subjects. Sean emphasizes the importance of enjoying the present moment and not panicking about the slowdown in leads. Catherine suggests not relying on air conditioning when working outside in the heat. They also touch on the potential risks of AI and the need for caution in its development.

In this conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss a miscommunication they had and how they resolved it. They also talk about the importance of having clear communication in a business and the need for policies and guidelines. Sean shares his experience with logo design and recommends using Design Crowd for affordable and diverse logo options. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of logos and branding, the concept of burnout, and the value of brainstorming. They share their experiences with logo design and the impact it can have on a business. They also explore the idea of burnout and how it can sneak up on you when you least expect it. Finally, they delve into the process of brainstorming and the benefits of having different perspectives and ideas. The conversation ends with an exciting announcement about the availability of Premier Stone by Adorn.

In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss various topics, including tan lines, the use of AI in generating content, and an employee's decision to quit their job. Sean reflects on the lack of authenticity in using AI to generate responses and the degradation of authenticity on the internet. They also discuss the importance of putting one's own thoughts and perspectives out into the world. The conversation ends with Sean sharing a life lesson about the importance of follow-through and consistency in the workplace. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the importance of consistency and follow-through in leadership. They share examples of frustrating experiences with inconsistent leaders and the negative impact it can have on employees. They also discuss the value of fostering initiative and independence in employees, as well as the importance of maintaining positive relationships with former employees. Sean reflects on the need to find a system for staying organized and on top of tasks. The conversation concludes with a reminder to be kind and treat others well.