Keepin' The Lights On

(00:00:00) Your Personal Energy Matters with Anese Cavanaugh, Author & CEO

(00:06:57) Understanding Intentional Energetic Presence (IEP)

(00:14:32) The Impact of Energy on Leadership and Culture

(00:21:27) Practical Steps for Enhancing Workplace Energy

(00:24:32) The Future of Energetic Accountability

In this conversation, Anese Cavanaugh discusses the significance of personal energy in the workplace and introduces her methodology, Intentional Energetic Presence (IEP).

She emphasizes how the energy individuals bring can influence team dynamics, leadership effectiveness, and overall workplace culture. Anise shares practical steps for enhancing energy and accountability, highlighting the importance of self-care and awareness in fostering a positive work environment.

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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

Thank you to our sponsor, Schneider Electric: https://www.graybar.com/manufacturers/schneider-group/c/sup-schneider-group?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes&utm_campaign=ep-56-Anese-Cavanaugh-IEP

Learn more about Anese and IEP: https://activechoices.com/

To reach Anese on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anesecavanaugh/

Overview of IEP Method: https://youtu.be/D52HM8yqNdU

The impact of IEP in a meeting: https://youtu.be/c_aNrtPXK7Q

Self-Study course: https://activechoices.com/introtoiep/

The five steps: Hey Todd! https://activechoices.com/5steps  

YouTube: https://youtu.be/FMKSDc0h8sE

In this conversation, Marilyn Akers Stansbury, CEO of the IEC Rocky Mountain Chapter, discusses her journey and the vital role of the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) in supporting electrical contractors. The conversation covers key themes such as safety in the electrical industry, workforce development through apprenticeship programs, the challenges faced by electrical contractors in running their businesses, and the importance of creating a positive company culture. Marilyn emphasizes the need for mental health awareness as part of safety and highlights the growth of apprenticeship programs in response to workforce shortages.

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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Marilyn on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynakersstansbury/
Learn more about IEC Rocky Mountain: https://iecrm.org/about-iecrm/staff/
The Kitchen, Boulder: https://www.thekitchen.com/location/the-kitchen-bistros-boulder/
Rockie Dog at Colorado Rockies Stadium: https://www.mlb.com/rockies/ballpark/food
Call or Text 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/
YouTube: https://youtu.be/yOLNfBg2ErU

(00:00:00) Electrical Contractor Business Benchmarks w Josh Bone, ELECTRI International

(00:05:28) Project Basics

(00:15:31) Evolution of an EC Business

(00:23:17) Project Progress

(00:32:16) Who is This For?

(00:33:19) What to Measure in Business?

(00:38:22) Passion for the Industry

Business financial and operation benchmarks are invaluable as you look to improve your business numbers and service levels. However, if you’re an electrical contractor or data/comm installer, how do you find numbers that relate to your industry?

I spoke with Josh Bone, Executive Director at ELECTRI International, about a new project to create a repository of benchmarking data that will be available to contractors for free. We discuss the design of the project and how the data will help contractors understand their businesses for better management and financial success.

ELECTRI International is a non-profit research organization focused on the electrical and comm/data side of construction.

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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JkEiv3FKFdw

To reach Josh Bone on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshbone/

Learn more about Electri International: https://www.electri.org/

Find the free Electri International research reports: https://www.electri.org/research-overview/research/

Get engaged in the latest research: https://www.electri.org/research-overview/electri-research-engagement-hub/

Drago’s Seafood New Orleans: https://www.dragosrestaurant.com/

Safety in the workplace is critical in any job, but it is tough to achieve on a job that involves construction. Sites can be very dangerous environments as well as the work being very taxing. I reached out to see if Wes Wheeler, NECA’s Executive Director of Safety, could discuss the state of safety in construction. It didn’t take us long before mental health came up as the focus of our conversation. Wes shares his unique viewpoint on this important topic.

As always, when I discuss mental health, I want to remind you of resources made for those working through challenging mental health issues. Remember, these resources are also for you who want to come alongside your loved ones to support their journey.

There’s the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (phone and text) which offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress.

There’s also the Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741. Every person who texts is connected with a crisis counselor who is trained to listen and offer sound advice 24/7 Both are free, confidential, and again if you’re struggling with mental health or concerned for a loved one.

Wes joined NECA in 2014 and has over 40 years of electrical experience. Prior to NECA, he was safety consultant in his own business and has been a Safety Director and OSHA Safety trainer for a large industrial based electrical contractor in Florida. Wesley is a qualified OSHA Construction Outreach Instructor and has assisted in OSHA Instructor classes for Electrical Training Alliance. Wes has served in many capacities in his career from electrician, foreman, superintendent, estimator, project manager to safety director and is a member of OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH). His credentials continue, but suffice to say, Wes knows and loves the construction world. 

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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Wes Wheeler on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-wheeler-sms-cescp-msp-99278452/

Learn more about NECA Safety: https://www.necanet.org/programs/safety/overview

Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention: https://www.preventconstructionsuicide.com/

TEXT 741741 Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/

Call or Text 988 Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/R9OcCmeLM4c

Building owners face a challenge moving forward as they learn how to maintain and replace their aging infrastructure. In this episode, I speak with Nathan Owens III, Director of US Channel Services and Partner Programs with Schneider to talk through the significance of the NFPA 70 B and 70E standards. In addition, Nate talks about the opportunities available to electrical contractors as they help their building owner customers keep the lights on.

Nate Owens has been with Schneider, with over 19 years of experience in sales management, operations, strategy, channel development, marketing, and commercial partnerships. 
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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Nathan Owens III on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nowensiii/

Learn more about Schneider Electric Services: https://www.se.com/us/en/work/services/

King’s Gyros: https://www.facebook.com/p/King-Gyro-Merrillville-100057562024743/

Jays Breakfast Club: https://jsbreakfastclubgary.com/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/DxgvzgY21sQ

Have you seen projects/tasks delayed because of communication problems? Have you taken time to do a post project debrief to understand the causes of these communication gaps? During last year’s NECA convention, I sat down with Amanda King to talk over her thoughts on the best ways to improve communication between the field and the office at an electrical contractor.

Amanda King is a leadership coach and trainer for the electrical industry. In 2016, she began developing leadership training programs for NECA contractors. Amanda has a marked skill for connecting, engaging and inspiring her audiences. As the owner of Wired Leadership, Amanda works exclusively with NECA contractors and their IBEW partners to increase productivity and profitability, through training, coaching and development. 

Welcome to Keepin’ The Lights On! I’m your host Todd Reed, and on this podcast I connect with the owners and pros who design, build, and maintain our electrical, communications, and industrial world to explore the best ways forward. 

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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Amanda King on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-king-154785161/

Learn more about Wired Leadership: https://www.wiredleadership.net/#!/up
Pietro’s Lodi, CA: https://www.pietroslodi.com/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/DmqDmQNXX88

Creating an effective EV network can be a complex task. I asked, Mike Shumway, Strategic Account Manager for Graybar Renewables in the Southwest, to come on and talk me through the process. Mike is driving electrification by empowering electrical contractors to succeed in the EV charging space. Mike collaborates with clients to develop innovative strategies and navigate the complex challenges with EV charging infrastructure. Mike is also focused on helping electrical contractors succeed in this growing market by providing them with the resources and support they need. Welcome to Keepin’ The Lights On! I’m your host Todd Reed, and on this podcast I connect with the owners and pros who design, build, and maintain our electrical, communications, and industrial world to explore the best ways forward. Real quick request before the show starts. I would really appreciate your help as I grow this show, if you could take a moment to subscribe and also leave a 5-star rating in your favorite podcast player and YouTube.
Thank you for listening and watching.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/gUK8Hi54sgU
 
To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Michael on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-shumway-a23534123/

Learn more about Graybar’s Renewables: https://www.graybar.com/renewables

Chula Seafood, Phoenix  https://www.chulaseafood.com/scottsdale.html
 https://www.chulaseafood.com/about

It seems we hear, in every other episode, about the need for qualified trained trades people. So, when I had a chance to speak with Marty Riesberg, Electrical Training Alliance Director, I jumped at the opportunity to understand the current state of technical training. The Electrical Training Alliance or ETA, created in 1941, to standardize the training for the NECA employers and the electricians that work for them so that they can be more mobile. They work with 300 Training Centers or JATC's across the country. Marty began his electrical training at Western Iowa Technical Community College, then worked for a residential contractor and joined the Omaha Joint Electrical Apprenticeship and Training Committee’s Inside Program. After completing the program, he became a Journeyman Inside Wireman. In 2001, he was named Assistant Training Director for the Omaha Electrical JATC and served as an instructor for seven years. A member of IBEW LU 22 since 1992, Marty joined the NJATC in 2006 to develop a Building Automation curriculum and later became Director of Curriculum Development, overseeing curricula for around 300 local training centers. He currently manages the electrical training ALLIANCE’s Training Partner Program. He holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the National Labor College and a Master’s in Leadership from Georgetown University. Marty and I are going to discuss how training is changing and where it’s moving forward to support the industry. Thank you for listening and please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review our show on your favorite app.

To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Marty on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyriesberg/

Learn more about Electrical Training Alliance: https://www.electricaltrainingalliance.org/

Jerry’s Seafood, Home of the Crab Bomb: https://www.jerrysseafood.com/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/nUSqWa4snxc

Most of us wouldn’t cook a complicated meal without a good recipe. What if we could adapt the concept of a recipe to construction. There are repeatable processes in construction that, if properly documented, would insure a more efficient and quality build. I spoke with Hala Nassereddine, Associate Professor and industry consultant, to learn more about her work with Electri International around the topic of Standard Operating Procedures or SOPs. Join us for this quick conversation on how to begin creating SOPs for your construction business.

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To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

To reach Hala on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/hala-nassereddine-68773191/

Electri SOPs Paper: https://www.electri.org/product/sops/

On YouTube: https://youtu.be/buE6tRwnEz0

What if the construction trades had a social media platform geared toward their work needs? A place where they can get help from their peers on how to solve field problems, discuss work/pay topics, and share insights on creating a great life with an amazing career. Such a place exists and it’s called Trade Hounds. I had a great opportunity to speak with Jon Clark, CTO, and Jeanette Abrahamsen, VP of Social and Content Media, of Trade Hounds. I spent a few minutes with them in San Diego at the NECA convention. Hear the story behind the platform and how they hope to bring the construction industry together into an innovative community.

Thank you for listening and please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review our show on your favorite app.

To get a hold of us here at Keepin’ The Lights On, please email: [email protected]

Learn more about Trade Hounds: https://www.tradehounds.com/

To reach Jon Clark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-clark-b3024269/

To reach Jeanette Abrahamsen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanette-abrahamsen-88081112/

Santarpio’s Pizza: https://www.santarpiospizza.com/

Norway (go for the bakeries, stay for the scenery): https://www.regjeringen.no/en/id4/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/EaVFcHhy0PU