In this episode, we sit down with Zach Taylor for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with trench safety on the jobsite.

We get into why dieting never really works when you’re working long days — packing a “healthy” lunch, eating it on the drive to work, and somehow still ending up at McDonald’s by noon.

The conversation then shifts to something deeper, as Zach explains why he decided to start his own business. For him, it wasn’t about money or titles — it was about time freedom and being the kind of dad he wants to be for his daughter.

Real talk, real stories, and lessons from the field.

56. Lance Henderson / Mitchell K Company Excavation by The Devin Dyer Show

55. Evan Koehler / Evans Companies by The Devin Dyer Show

In this episode McLaine opens up about the financial hardships and stress he faces in his business. He shares the pressures of managing a growing company, juggling multiple projects, and dealing with clients who fail to pay on time.

From cows to dirt work. In this episode we sit down with Justin Jensen who transitioned from working on the family farm to the world of dirt work. We dive into challenges he has face and lessons he has learned in his business. From hard work to adaptability, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone looking to be bold in starting a new career. Tune in to hear his story of grit, growth, and finding opportunity where others might now see it!

How to get the best clients.

We discuss the pros and cons of owning a dump truck and what we think about leasing it out.

Jordan is insane. Three years ago he got his first paying client from cold calling contractors out of the phone book asking if they needed any excavating work done, After hundreds of phone calls he finally landed a his first project. Next, he rented a laser from home depot and a mini ex from a local rental company and went to work.

Farrah is the owner of a land surveying company, full time college student, and most importantly a mom.

After listening to The Devin Dyer Show and Aaron Witt podcasts, Jason Halton decided to jump into the deep end of the wonderful world of dirt. Last year Jason purchased a John Deere skid steer along with a bucket and a mulcher only because it looked interesting. This year he is adding a 135 trackhoe with gps.