The Brian Hess Show

What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today's episode is packed with perspective on leadership, growth, and navigating change—because the truth is, your evolution as a leader determines the future of your business. Whether you're stepping into a new role or scaling a company, who you're becoming will always impact what you're building.

Joining me today is my good friend Jamie Roush, who recently transitioned from Dynapac to the bridge access industry—now leading Anderson UnderBridge into a bold new chapter.

We break down:

✅ How to evolve into a new leadership role in a new industry

✅ The difference between product knowledge and people leadership

✅ What it takes to cast a compelling vision (and get buy-in fast)

✅ Why transparency and communication are non-negotiables

✅ How legacy is shaped by the way you show up for your team

We also talk about:

🔹 The strategy behind 2.5x company growth

🔹 Transitioning from global equipment sales to niche engineering

🔹 The power of community, preparation, and staying grounded during change

Whether you're running a business, building a team, or stepping into something new—this episode is a masterclass in leadership evolution and staying true to who you are.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Ask yourself—Are you growing fast enough to serve where you're going? What do you need to develop, delegate, or learn to level up as a leader?

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

In today's episode, we're tackling a truth that separates the average from the elite—you don't need to be the loudest… you need to be the most consistent. In a world chasing likes, followers, and flash, it's the undeniable, committed individuals who truly stand out over time.

Joining me today is Mark Perkins, and we dig into:

✅ Why hard work beats hype—every time

✅ How consistency builds credibility (and why it's often overlooked)

✅ The myth of overnight success and the reality of long-term grind

✅ Why clarity, commitment, and discipline create undeniable momentum

✅ How to become the person that teams and leaders trust without question

We also share personal stories of building through adversity, putting in the reps when no one's watching, and how sustained effort—not shortcuts—is what builds greatness. This episode is your reminder: You don't get remembered for flashes. You get remembered for being relentless.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Take a look at your work ethic. Are you someone who shows up every day regardless of recognition? Or are you just hoping to go viral? Double down on discipline. I

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today we're digging into one of the most misunderstood concepts in business and leadership—sustained success over early hype. Everyone loves the sprint, but the marathon is where the real winners are built. The truth is, your second gear—steady, focused, disciplined—will always outlast their first gear hustle.

Joining me today is Jim Williams, and we break down:

✅ The difference between adrenaline-fueled "first gear" and sustained "second gear"

✅ Why calm consistency beats emotional intensity in the long run

✅ How burnout happens when you never shift gears

✅ How to build systems, manage energy, and avoid the emotional rollercoaster

✅ Why momentum, not motivation, builds lasting results

We also talk about how leaders must model strategic growth, not just chase fireworks. If you want to scale your business, develop your team, and create long-term impact—you've got to learn when to push and when to pace.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Where are you stuck in first gear? What's one system or habit you can shift today to build sustainable momentum instead of short bursts of effort?

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today, we're diving into a principle that shapes every culture—what you tolerate becomes your reputation. Whether in business, leadership, or your personal life, the standards you uphold—or let slide—define how others see you and how your team performs.

Joining me today is Josh Miller, and we break down:

✅ Why behavior—good or bad—compounds and becomes your culture

✅ How leadership starts with personal accountability and consistency

✅ The danger of ignoring "small things" that grow into major problems

✅ How to reset standards without alienating your team

✅ Why values matter more than credentials when building a winning team

We also talk about leadership inside the home, spotting hidden talent, building a team of plus-one multipliers, and why you should never underestimate the power of being consistent in who you are—on and off the clock.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Take inventory: What are you normalizing in your life, team, or business that needs to change? Start the reset—today.

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today, we're breaking down a truth that separates average from elite—momentum doesn't just show up… you have to create it. Whether you're building a business, chasing a goal, or trying to get out of a rut, the key to progress is deciding to move—even when it's uphill.

Joining me today is Tyler Joe Stratton, and we dig into:

✅ Why momentum is built, not found

✅ How small daily wins stack into unstoppable energy

✅ The mental battle between comfort and commitment

✅ Real tactics to build momentum from scratch—personally or professionally

✅ Why activity, not outcome, is what creates results

We also dive into powerful real-life moments—writing a book while working full-time, selling through rejection, and showing up for your family or your mission even when you feel drained. The truth? Movement fuels motivation—and consistency turns it into momentum.

🔥 CHALLENGE: What's one thing you've been putting off that would spark momentum? Do it TODAY. Don't wait for perfect conditions—create them.

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today, we're unpacking one of the most important leadership truths—what you tolerate sets the tone. Whether it's in business, your team, your home, or your own habits—every standard you let slip is shaping your culture, your results, and your peace of mind.

Joining me today is Eric Guy, and we dive into:

✅ Why silence around low standards is silent endorsement

✅ The ripple effect of tolerating mediocrity

✅ How top performers burn out when expectations aren't upheld

✅ The difference between correction and condemnation

✅ What it really takes to reset the standard—and rebuild trust

We also talk about real-life leadership—owning your role when the standard drops, how to have honest conversations that protect the mission (not just egos), and why the most loving thing you can do is be clear.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Take a hard look at your current standards—what are you tolerating that's below the bar? Reset it today with action, clarity, and consistency.

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today we're diving into the one thing that impacts every area of your life, career, and happiness—self-leadership. Before you lead a team, a company, or a family, you've got to learn how to lead yourself. And let's be honest—it's the hardest job of all.

Joining me today is Jim Williams, and we unpack what it really means to lead yourself with clarity, humility, and discipline.

We break down:

✅ Why self-leadership is mental warfare—and worth the battle

✅ How to identify your strengths, gifts, and blind spots

✅ Why chasing money without alignment leads to burnout

✅ How to build mental, emotional, financial, and spiritual freedom

✅ The danger of staying in the wrong "lane" too long

We also talk about how corporate culture and bad leadership training often push people to "fix their weaknesses" instead of developing their superpowers. The truth? You can't lead others well if you're not first grounded in who you are and what you're meant to do.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Ask yourself: In what area of your life are you not leading yourself well right now? Get brutally honest. Then take ONE step to change it. If today's episode brought you value, do me a favor—Like, Subscribe, and Share this with someone who needs to hear it!

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today's episode hits home for every entrepreneur, leader, and high performer—what you avoid owns you. Whether it's a tough conversation, a business decision, or a personal commitment, the things you put off don't just disappear… they quietly take control of your mindset, your energy, and your results.

Joining me today is Eric Guy, and we dig into:

✅ Why avoidance creates invisible prisons—not freedom

✅ How procrastination and delay lead to emotional and mental fatigue

✅ The compounding cost of avoiding small problems in business and life

✅ How facing what you've been putting off unlocks peace and progress

✅ Four powerful questions to help you stop avoiding and start acting

We also share personal stories of delay, regret, and breakthrough—how unfinished conversations and unresolved tension snowball into burnout, broken trust, and missed opportunities. But when you confront what's uncomfortable, you create space for real leadership, clarity, and freedom.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Pick ONE thing you've been avoiding and handle it in the next 24 hours. Freedom doesn't come from comfort—it comes from courage.

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today we're talking about something every leader, entrepreneur, and high performer battles with—unfinished business.

Whether it's a conversation, a task, a vision, or a project, leaving things undone creates weight, mental clutter, and eventually, burnout.

Joining me today is Tyler Joe Stratton, and we break down:

✅ Why unfinished tasks quietly drain your energy and confidence

✅ How to recognize and close open loops in your life

✅ The hidden cost of "I'll get to it later"

✅ Why finishing doesn't always mean continuing—it can mean consciously walking away

✅ How the discipline to finish creates real freedom and peace

We also talk about time-blocking, structure, and how avoiding the things you dread most only increases the stress and chaos around you. The solution? Face it. Finish it. Free yourself.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Audit your life. What conversations, follow-ups, or decisions have you been avoiding? Close just one of those loops today—and feel the weight lift.

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What's happening, what's happening?! Welcome back to the show!

Today we're breaking down a truth that most people never consider—freedom isn't the absence of structure… it's the result of it. We live in a world where people chase "freedom" without realizing it demands intense discipline, clarity, and boundaries.

Joining me today is Josh Miller, and we dive deep into:

✅ Why discipline is the key that unlocks real freedom

✅ The danger of chasing freedom without responsibility

✅ How structure builds confidence, peace, and scalability

✅ The myth of entrepreneurship as "doing whatever you want"

✅ Creating systems that serve your future self, not just your current situation

We also talk about rhythm, routines, time-blocking, and how the right structure gives you the energy to show up for your team, your family, and yourself. True freedom comes from consistency—not chaos.

🔥 CHALLENGE: Where in your life do you feel out of control or stuck? That's the signal—it's time to build structure around that area.

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