Stefanie sits down with Casey Ritter. 

After 7 years in the firearms industry, Casey fell into construction by chance. She quickly felt right at home coming from a male dominated industry. Being the only female in the room wasn’t the hard part. Casey was young, hungry, and had absolutely no knowledge of anything construction related. She had to overcome everyone’s perceived notion of her knowledge in construction; which came with loads of imposter syndrome and doubt. It was through lots of late nights, dozens of courses, and some amazing mentors along the way that she has found herself almost 3 years into an industry that she doesn't think she will ever leave. Casey has developed a deep love for construction, but her passion truly stems from the relationships she has made and continue to foster in every market she takes on. 

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Stefanie is joined by Keeley Ehrenreich.

Keeley is an accomplished operations leader in the roofing industry, bringing a wealth of experience from her diverse professional background. Having also worked in the window and door industry and the medical field, Keeley’s career journey has equipped her with unique insights and a dynamic skill set that she shares in this episode of The Grit Blueprint podcast. Based in Orlando, Florida, Keeley holds an MBA from Rollins College. Outside of work, she dedicates her time to supporting charitable causes, attending EDM concerts, and enjoying quality moments with her family.

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In this episode Stefanie is joined by Amy Roosa.

Amy brings 2 decades of dedicated experience as a safety professional, with a rich background spanning various sectors of safety, from construction to general industry. Her journey has been marked by impactful collaborations with prestigious organizations such as the National Safety Council, where she played a pivotal role in establishing the Government and Public Sector Division. Currently, she holds the position of chapter President at ASSP in Iowa, further exemplifying her commitment to advancing safety standards.
 
In addition to her professional endeavors, Amy is a passionate advocate for women's safety in trades. As the founder of The Safety Rack, she spearheads initiatives to ensure women have access to appropriate personal protective equipment and workwear. Furthermore, her co-founding of the Midwest Women in Safety Conference in 2018 stands as a testament to her dedication to empowering women in the safety profession, providing invaluable educational resources and networking opportunities.
 
Amy's expertise extends beyond her roles, as she is a sought-after speaker at conferences, captivating audiences with her insights on topics ranging from training methodologies to effective leadership strategies. Her contributions to the field of safety and her tireless advocacy for inclusivity and excellence make her a true luminary in her field.

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Judy Haney is the Region Commodity Procurement Manager
for Boise Cascade’s Building Materials Distribution division.
Her current responsibilities include helping develop new products
with home center sales teams, supervising home center
procurement specialists, overseeing external remanufacturing
contracts, and sourcing composite panels for 38 branch
locations. She is a graduate of the Company’s Leadership
Excellence program with Northwestern-Kellogg School of
Business. She has served in leadership roles on several industry
association boards.

Judy has over 27 years’ experience in the industry and has been
with Boise Cascade for 14 years serving in various roles
throughout her career with the company. She is a forester by
education and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Forest
Management and a Master of Science degree in Forest
Economics from Stephen F. Austin State University,
Nacogdoches, Texas. She worked for forest product companies
throughout the Southeastern US before coming
to Boise, Idaho in 2010.

Judy is energetic about supporting the community and enjoys
volunteering with nonprofits that are active in conservation of our
natural resources. Her family also inspires her passion to learn
and advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Judy enjoys hiking, gardening, watercolor painting, reading, and
spending quality time with family and friends. She has been
married to Mike Mann for 23 years and the couple has
two sons, one daughter, and one dog.

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Summary

In this conversation, Stefanie Couch discusses the significance of goal setting and personal wants, emphasizing the need for individuals to define what they truly desire in life. She introduces the concept of a daily wants list and the 12-week year strategy to help break down larger goals into manageable tasks. Stefanie encourages listeners to reflect on their aspirations and prepare for the upcoming year with a clear focus on their objectives.

Key Takeaways

• Most leaders are too busy to define their personal wants.
• A daily wants list can help clarify your desires.
• Goals can change and do not have to be practical.
• Focus on a few big goals at a time.
• The 12-week year helps break down goals into manageable sprints.
• Define your end goal to create a clear path.
• Don't overwhelm yourself with too many goals.
• Use the last weeks of the year to push towards your goals.
• Reflect on what you want before the new year.
• Setting clear goals can lead to significant achievements.

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This week Stefanie has Hacia Atherton on the show.

Hacia is a dynamic and visionary leader dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the skilled trades industry. As the CEO and Founder of Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT), Hacia has driven the organization to national recognition, earning accolades such as the Telstra Best of Business Vic Winner and National Finalist for Accelerating Women. Her journey into this impactful role was inspired by a life-threatening accident which introduced her to the transformative power of positive psychology, shaping her mission to prioritize psychological wellbeing in the workplace.

Hacia holds a Master's in Applied Positive Psychology and is a CPA-accredited professional, bringing a unique blend of expertise in mental wellbeing and business acumen to her leadership roles. Her career is marked by a commitment to placing people before profit, a philosophy she champions as a pathway to sustainable business success. This approach has been instrumental in her leadership at EWIT, where she advocates for creating supportive and inclusive environments for women in traditionally male-dominated fields.

In addition to her role at EWIT, Hacia serves as the Chair of the CPA Emerging Leaders Network and is a valued member of the La Trobe University Business School Advisory Board. Her contributions extend beyond organizational leadership to include thought leadership, such as her impactful keynotes at industry conferences and her recent appearance on Debra Coleman’s 'Have A Seat' podcast.

Hacia’s dedication to empowering others, combined with her strategic vision and deep understanding of positive psychology, continues to inspire change and drive progress in the skilled trades industry and beyond.

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This week Stefanie is joined by Josh Luebker.

Josh is the Owner of Sulphur Prairie Management, a Construction Management and Construction Financial consulting firm specializing in Subcontractors. Since joining the industry in 2014, Josh has been part of over 150 projects upwards of $300M+. As a project manager and master electrician, Josh has worked from the east coast to the midwest on data centers, military bases, higher education, runways, hospitals, multifamily, and more. He took his industry knowledge of how operations and financials interlace and creates curated programs to help Construction Subcontracting Businesses establish standards to thrive operationally and financially. To couple consulting, Josh has created an Online Construction Management Certification Program that develops operations teams anywhere from a fresh new hire all the way to becoming a Division Manager to train teams to the company standard.

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SulphurPrairieManagement
Website: https://certifications.sulphurprairie.us/

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This week Stefanie has Cory Charles on the podcast. 

In a world that thrives on the status quo, Cory Charles redefines what transformation means. He’s spent nearly two decades empowering leaders and teams to break free from conventional thinking. By merging bold creativity with practical growth strategies, Cory helps organizations unlock their potential and achieve unprecedented success.

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www.superheromindset.co

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-charles/

 

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Stacy is a best-selling author, book coach, and speaker on a mission to help leaders clarify their ideas and harness their unique story to make an impact. Her background includes impacting more than 100 books in her 14-plus years in publishing; ghostwriting for a Nobel Prize winner in medicine; and leading as executive editor of Sam’s Club’s Healthy Living Made Simple, a publication that reached around 11 million readers. Stacy’s work and writing have been featured in Yahoo!, Inc., Insider, Publisher’s Weekly, and the TEDx stage. Stacy is also the host of the podcast Beyond Better and holds a master’s in writing and editing from the University of Cincinnati.

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Podcast: Beyond Better with Stacy Ennis

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Ross Brouse is the founder of Continuous Threat Check, a comprehensive and structured diagnostic tool designed to identify hidden gaps in your technology. Since its inception in 2018, Ross has engaged with hundreds of IT professionals, helping them uncover vulnerabilities that lead to unnecessary disruptions and frustrations.

The Continuous Threat Check provides more than just peace of mind; it offers a clear roadmap for addressing IT vulnerabilities. This ensures businesses can avoid downtime, reduce the risk of cyber-attacks, and prevent financial losses.

Ross's expertise spans across various domains, including cybersecurity, data security, network security, information technology, cloud computing, healthcare compliance, and healthcare practices. His deep understanding of infrastructure, leadership, business operations, networking, and IT edutainment positions him as a trusted guide for IT teams and professionals seeking to optimize their technology and safeguard their operations.Ross Brouse's mission is clear: to help businesses identify their technology gaps and provide actionable steps to fill them, ensuring optimal performance and security. Ask Ross how his expertise can help your business meet its potential by eliminating technology vulnerabilities.

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