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Living Intentionally: Jeff Burkinshaw on Family & Freedom - Forge Contractor Alliance Podcast
Welcome to the Foraged Contractor Podcast — real talk for builders, tradesmen, and business owners shaping a life that matters as much as the work they do. We’re not just chasing growth; we’re redefining success through purpose, integrity, and the relationships that last longer than any project.
In this episode, Kenton sits down with longtime friend Jeff Burkinshaw — engineer, author, and creator of the YouTube channel Gridlessness, to explore what it truly means to live intentionally, build balance, and find freedom beyond the 9–5.
Jeff opens up about how a serious back injury became a turning point in his life, leading him to write Gridlessness: Finding Freedom Off Grid using text-to-speech while recovering in a hammock.
What began as a physical setback evolved into a story of reflection, resilience, and a deeper understanding of purpose. Together, Kenton and Jeff discuss the transition from engineering to homesteading, the mindset behind living “gridlessly,” and the balance between autonomy and connection. They dive into how modern technology, from solar power to internet acces, enables self-sufficient living without disconnecting from the world.
The conversation also touches on the realities of balancing business ownership, creative work, and family time, while finding peace in the slower rhythms of off-grid life. Far from rejecting modern life, Jeff’s story celebrates how technology, community, and self-discipline can support real independence. Honest, funny, and deeply relatable, this episode reminds us that success isn’t defined by what you earn, but by how you live.
No fluff. No filters. Just straight talk about what it takes to build a business and a life that actually mean something.
Original theme music composed and performed by - Ben Smith
Produced by - Seth Steward Productions
Co-produced by - Kalen Wookey
Website: https://forgealliance.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgecontractoralliance
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575541841797
X: https://x.com/forge_ca (@Forge_CA) / X
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By Forge Contractor AllianceWelcome to the Foraged Contractor Podcast — real talk for builders, tradesmen, and business owners shaping a life that matters as much as the work they do. We’re not just chasing growth; we’re redefining success through purpose, integrity, and the relationships that last longer than any project.
In this episode, Kenton sits down with longtime friend Jeff Burkinshaw — engineer, author, and creator of the YouTube channel Gridlessness, to explore what it truly means to live intentionally, build balance, and find freedom beyond the 9–5.
Jeff opens up about how a serious back injury became a turning point in his life, leading him to write Gridlessness: Finding Freedom Off Grid using text-to-speech while recovering in a hammock.
What began as a physical setback evolved into a story of reflection, resilience, and a deeper understanding of purpose. Together, Kenton and Jeff discuss the transition from engineering to homesteading, the mindset behind living “gridlessly,” and the balance between autonomy and connection. They dive into how modern technology, from solar power to internet acces, enables self-sufficient living without disconnecting from the world.
The conversation also touches on the realities of balancing business ownership, creative work, and family time, while finding peace in the slower rhythms of off-grid life. Far from rejecting modern life, Jeff’s story celebrates how technology, community, and self-discipline can support real independence. Honest, funny, and deeply relatable, this episode reminds us that success isn’t defined by what you earn, but by how you live.
No fluff. No filters. Just straight talk about what it takes to build a business and a life that actually mean something.
Original theme music composed and performed by - Ben Smith
Produced by - Seth Steward Productions
Co-produced by - Kalen Wookey
Website: https://forgealliance.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgecontractoralliance
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575541841797
X: https://x.com/forge_ca (@Forge_CA) / X