Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder

Today’s guest has the rare qualities that the trades industry needs and lacks. He’s a tradesman, a family man, and above all, a humble leader. Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps to learn from Ben Rymers, a Superintendent and electrician by trade. Ben is here to share the hardest lessons he’s learned throughout his extensive career in the trades, from a challenging 8-year-long apprenticeship to his current role as superintendent.

Having been in the construction industry for 23 years now, Ben has been through the hard times, he’s made all the sacrifices, and he wants to make life easier for the next generation of tradespeople. Listen in for his best advice on investing in yourself and creating a long-lasting, rewarding career in the trades.

“We all lose our temper, you know, we all get upset, but I try my best to talk to people, to talk it out, to not yell at them, and for the most part, I think that’s helped me out a lot.” – Ben Rhymers

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

·       Why employee appreciation is a key quality of great leadership.

·       Ben’s advice on how to invest your time to create a long-lasting career in the trades.

·       The true power of humbling yourself and playing the long game as a tradesperson.

·       Why fulfilled people say you should never stop learning.

Ben has an incredible Learning and Misstep: Everyone needs to be accountable for their shortcomings and mistakes. Although, even when others don’t take accountability (leaders included) and you take the hit for it, humble yourself and keep moving forward. Humbling experiences come with rewarding opportunities.

Deepen your communication skills and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)

 Get on the path to Becoming the Promise You Are Intended to Be: https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

For Gloria Episode check out: https://youtu.be/TEOK4hQbvjg

 For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link

Check out Part 1 with Ben: https://youtu.be/eSkAhEwa0xA 

This episode’s show notes were written by Kayla MacEachern

To connect, email her at [email protected]

Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

This Monday Morning Hug is pulled from one our Emotional Bungee Jumpers sessions. The take away is that when we put words to our fears and invite people in to our lives, them fears get smaller.

You dont have to go it alone.

Deepen your communication skills and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)

Get on the path to Becoming the Promise You Are Intended to Be: https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Today’s guest has the rare qualities that the trades industry needs and lacks. He’s a tradesman, a family man, and above all, a humble leader. Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps to learn from Ben Rymers, a Superintendent and electrician by trade. Ben is here to share the hardest lessons he’s learned throughout his extensive career in the trades, from a challenging 8-year-long apprenticeship to his current role as superintendent.

Having been in the construction industry for 23 years now, Ben has been through the hard times, he’s made all the sacrifices, and he wants to make life easier for the next generation of tradespeople. Listen in for his best advice on investing in yourself and creating a long-lasting, rewarding career in the trades.

“We all lose our temper, you know, we all get upset, but I try my best to talk to people, to talk it out, to not yell at them, and for the most part, I think that’s helped me out a lot.” – Ben Rhymers

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

·       How Ben started in the trades & How he worked his way up to superintendent.

·       Lessons that Ben has learned the hard way throughout his career.

·       Leadership is more effective when you communicate effectively (hint: talking instead of yelling).

·       Why employee appreciation is a key quality of great leadership.

·       Ben’s advice on how to invest your time to create a long-lasting career in the trades.

Deepen your communication skills and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)

Get on the path to Becoming the Promise You Are Intended to Be: https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

This episode’s show notes were written by Kayla MacEachern

To connect, email her at [email protected]

Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Courageous Leaders aint scared to build vulnerability. When leaders like us take intentional steps to build our skills together we have found that the vulnerability grows exponentially.
Check out the Emotional Bungee Jumpers and begin building your vulnerability muscle.

Deepen your communication skills and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)

Get on the path to Becoming the Promise You Are Intended to Be: https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

This thought is on complaining. More specifically its about redirecting the energy used to complain towards helping others.

Have you ever thought to yourself "I really like talking to whats his name, his complaints are super valid"

I choose to only complain about things that I am prepared to take action on.

Deepen your self-awareness and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)
 

Get on the path to Becoming the Promise You are Intended to be: https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

This is a quick update of some adjustments that will be hitting the airwaves. You can expect a Monday Morning Hug every Monday and a medley of solo pods with our Host Jesse Hernandez and interviews with trades professionals.

Deepen your self-awareness and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)
 

Get on the path to Becoming the Promise You are Intended to be: https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Are you thinking of making a shift in your career, perhaps a shift to the trades? What’s holding you back from switching careers? Whatever it is, this conversation is bound to give you a push in the right direction.

Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps to learn from Gloria Marie Fuentes, a Licensed Contractor, Trades Advocate, and Founder/Principal of GloJoy, a construction and real estate development company based in New York. Gloria details her journey of leaving her career in banking to build a wildly successful construction company, all while breaking norms and focusing on her strengths.

After realizing that banking and real estate were not her passions, Gloria shifted to the construction and development side of real estate – something that truly lit her up. Then, what was first a hobby evolved into a lucrative full-time career as a contractor and entrepreneur. Now, she’s doing business her way, with no regrets. Well, maybe just one… not starting sooner!

“Slow and steady wins the race. I’m not trying to build this multi-billion-dollar construction business overnight. I’m not trying to compete with some of these larger prime contractors… that have been around for ages, but I’m also going to do things my way. I’m not going to do things the way the construction industry has said that I have to do it.” – Gloria Marie Fuentes

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

·       Equality in the Trades: Why people shouldn’t underestimate women in the trades.

·       PSA: We need more construction attire and PPE designed for females!

·       The entrepreneurial spirit/skills required to be in construction.

·       How she streamlines operations to compensate for having a small construction team.

·       Gloria’s vision of the construction industry’s future & How she’s working to transform it.

·       An important message for all women.

·       The 2 keys to optimal productivity.

Gloria has a Learning and Misstep: She wishes she had switched careers earlier, instead of checking all the boxes and doing everything she was told she needed to do.

Deepen your self-awareness and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)

Get yourself a sample of the Lean & Love Reflection Guide with journal prompts that help you focus on your most important relationships: https://www.depthbuilder.com/reflection-guide 

Check out my NEW book, Lean & Love – 5S Love Letters: A #NoBS Look Into How Your Relationships Create #RipplesOfImpact at https://www.depthbuilder.com/5s 

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Connect with Gloria: 

Visit her website: https://www.glojoy.co

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegloriamarie

Follow GloJoy Construction on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glojoy.co

Connect with Gloria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriamfuentes

Resources Mentioned: 

Iron Elk: https://www.ironelk.com

This episode’s show notes were written by Kayla MacEachern

To connect, email her at [email protected]

Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

Are you thinking of making a shift in your career, perhaps a shift to the trades? What’s holding you back from switching careers? Whatever it is, this conversation is bound to give you a push in the right direction.

Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps to learn from Gloria Marie Fuentes, a Licensed Contractor, Trades Advocate, and Founder/Principal of GloJoy, a construction and real estate development company based in New York. Gloria details her journey of leaving her career in banking to build a wildly successful construction company, all while breaking norms and focusing on her strengths.

After realizing that banking and real estate were not her passions, Gloria shifted to the construction and development side of real estate – something that truly lit her up. Then, what was first a hobby evolved into a lucrative full-time career as a contractor and entrepreneur. Now, she’s doing business her way, with no regrets. Well, maybe just one… not starting sooner!

“Slow and steady wins the race. I’m not trying to build this multi-billion-dollar construction business overnight. I’m not trying to compete with some of these larger prime contractors… that have been around for ages, but I’m also going to do things my way. I’m not going to do things the way the construction industry has said that I have to do it.” – Gloria Marie Fuentes

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

·       Social media has a crucial business growth tool.

·       Why Gloria left real estate to start a construction business.

·       Ways to avoid the physical toll of working in the trades.

·       How she started GloJoy and realized construction was her purpose. 

·       Equality in the Trades: Why people shouldn’t underestimate women in the trades.

·       PSA: We need more construction attire and PPE designed for females!

Deepen your self-awareness and influence with a cohort of professionals: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D (Coupon Code: JESSE)

Get yourself a sample of the Lean & Love Reflection Guide with journal prompts that help you focus on your most important relationships: https://www.depthbuilder.com/reflection-guide 

Check out my NEW book, Lean & Love – 5S Love Letters: A #NoBS Look Into How Your Relationships Create #RipplesOfImpact at https://www.depthbuilder.com/5s 

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Connect with Gloria: 

Visit her website: https://www.glojoy.co

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegloriamarie

Follow GloJoy Construction on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glojoy.co

Connect with Gloria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriamfuentes

Resources Mentioned: 

Iron Elk: https://www.ironelk.com

This episode’s show notes were written by Kayla MacEachern

To connect, email her at [email protected]

Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

What makes a great apprentice? How has technology advanced construction? What happens to builders who don’t adopt new technology? These are questions only a seasoned tradesperson can answer…

Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps to learn from Clyde King, a construction professional and journeyman carpenter with United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America. Clyde shares unique insights and stories from his 30+ year long career in carpentry, highlighting the best technological advancements in construction and his approach to developing great apprentices.

Clyde was first introduced to carpentry with a hammer and a hand saw. Since then, things have come a long way for the trades! After 8 years in the Marines as a young man, Clyde worked a non-union carpentry job for 16 years before joining a carpenters’ union. Listen in to hear his greatest misstep as a young carpenter and the powerful lesson he learned as a result.

“If we don’t get these younger people involved and pass our knowledge on, the trades are in trouble. So, with my 30+ years from project management to superintendent to general foreman to foreman to worker, let’s take little bits and let’s pass this knowledge on.” – Clyde King

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

·       How Clyde is using new technology and skills to market his business and share his knowledge with the next generation of tradespeople.

·       Developing an apprentice & Qualities of a great apprentice.

·       Navigating conflict between contractors.

Clyde has a wise Learning and Misstep: They say build to the drawings, but sometimes the drawings will bite you in the ass. Listen to your intuition if something doesn’t look or feel right!

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 Deepen your self awareness with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D
Use Coupon Code for sweet discount: JESSE

Get yourself a sample of the Lean & Love Reflection Guide with journal prompts that help you focus on your most important relationships: https://www.depthbuilder.com/reflection-guide 

Check out my NEW book, Lean & Love – 5S Love Letters: A #NoBS Look Into How Your Relationships Create #RipplesOfImpact at https://www.depthbuilder.com/5s 

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Connect with Clyde: 

Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clyde-king-6a95a49b

Connect with him on Facebook:

Subscribe to his YouTube channel:

Stay tuned for his podcast!

Resources Mentioned: 

This episode’s show notes were written by Kayla MacEachern

To connect, email her at [email protected]

Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be 

What makes a great apprentice? How has technology advanced construction? What happens to builders who don’t adopt new technology? These are questions only a seasoned tradesperson can answer…

Tune in to this episode of Learnings and Missteps to learn from Clyde King, a construction professional and journeyman carpenter with United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America. Clyde shares unique insights and stories from his 30+ year long career in carpentry, highlighting the best technological advancements in construction and his approach to developing great apprentices.

Clyde was first introduced to carpentry with a hammer and a hand saw. Since then, things have come a long way for the trades! After 8 years in the Marines as a young man, Clyde worked a non-union carpentry job for 16 years before joining a carpenters’ union. Listen in to hear his greatest misstep as a young carpenter and the powerful lesson he learned as a result.

“If we don’t get these younger people involved and pass our knowledge on, the trades are in trouble. So, with my 30+ years from project management to superintendent to general foreman to foreman to worker, let’s take little bits and let’s pass this knowledge on.” – Clyde King

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

·       Why baby boomers have such a hard work ethic.

·       How Clyde learned carpentry.

·       The evolution of construction technology & Tools that have made the biggest impact on carpenters.

·       The challenges of working with people who don’t embrace changes in technology.

Engage with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills: https://www.depthbuilder.com/emotional-bungee-jumpers  

 - Deepen your self awareness with a community of Industry Professionals focused on expanding their leadership skills: https://www.depthbuilder.com/a/2147560101/25qqpH4D
Use Coupon Code for sweet discount: JESSE

Get yourself a sample of the Lean & Love Reflection Guide with journal prompts that help you focus on your most important relationships: https://www.depthbuilder.com/reflection-guide 

Check out my NEW book, Lean & Love – 5S Love Letters: A #NoBS Look Into How Your Relationships Create #RipplesOfImpact at https://www.depthbuilder.com/5s 

For all other links and resources, check out my Bio Link: http://depthbuilder.bio.link 

Connect with Clyde: 

Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clyde-king-6a95a49b/

Connect with him on Facebook:

Subscribe to his YouTube channel:

Stay tuned for his podcast!

This episode’s show notes were written by Kayla MacEachern

To connect, email her at [email protected]

Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab

Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be