In this episode, we talk about enthusiasm and how it affects us, and our residents. We also discuss how to use conversational mapping to prepare for those inevitable tough discussions. We would love to hear your feedback on this and other topics of interest!

The conversational mapping exercise can be found by clicking HERE.

The views, opinions, experiences, and statements expressed on The Maintenance Arts are solely those of the host and guests and are provided for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes.

The host, Robert Skaggs, participates in this podcast in his personal capacity as a maintenance professional, business owner, and industry advocate. Any opinions expressed are his own and do not represent the official positions, policies, opinions, or views of the City of New Berlin, its elected officials, administration, departments, employees, boards, commissions, or affiliates. Likewise, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers, clients, organizations, agencies, or affiliated entities. References to specific companies, organizations, products, services, properties, employers, or public agencies are intended solely for educational discussion and should not be interpreted as endorsements, official statements, or representations on behalf of any organization.

The Maintenance Arts is committed to promoting professionalism, education, leadership, and the advancement of the maintenance profession through open discussion and the sharing of personal experiences and lessons learned.

In this episode we talk about the Maintenance Warrior Challenge 2026; an event we are very excited to see you participate in and attend.

Comment below if your attending and what you are most looking forward to!

The views, opinions, experiences, and statements expressed on The Maintenance Arts are solely those of the host and guests and are provided for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes.

The host, Robert Skaggs, participates in this podcast in his personal capacity as a maintenance professional, business owner, and industry advocate. Any opinions expressed are his own and do not represent the official positions, policies, opinions, or views of the City of New Berlin, its elected officials, administration, departments, employees, boards, commissions, or affiliates. Likewise, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers, clients, organizations, agencies, or affiliated entities. References to specific companies, organizations, products, services, properties, employers, or public agencies are intended solely for educational discussion and should not be interpreted as endorsements, official statements, or representations on behalf of any organization.

The Maintenance Arts is committed to promoting professionalism, education, leadership, and the advancement of the maintenance profession through open discussion and the sharing of personal experiences and lessons learned.

This episode is about having the right attitude. In it i discuss how your attitude can make or break a team or your advancement. I include some real life examples of my struggles with it.

The views, opinions, experiences, and statements expressed on The Maintenance Arts are solely those of the host and guests and are provided for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes.

The host, Robert Skaggs, participates in this podcast in his personal capacity as a maintenance professional, business owner, and industry advocate. Any opinions expressed are his own and do not represent the official positions, policies, opinions, or views of the City of New Berlin, its elected officials, administration, departments, employees, boards, commissions, or affiliates. Likewise, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers, clients, organizations, agencies, or affiliated entities. References to specific companies, organizations, products, services, properties, employers, or public agencies are intended solely for educational discussion and should not be interpreted as endorsements, official statements, or representations on behalf of any organization.

The Maintenance Arts is committed to promoting professionalism, education, leadership, and the advancement of the maintenance profession through open discussion and the sharing of personal experiences and lessons learned.

In this inaugural episode, I, Robert Skaggs introduce you to The Maintenance Arts, as well as a bit of who and what inspired me to create it. Additionally, we visit the first of our recurring segments. This one is titled, “Building Your Future.” To access the ‘homework’ from the Building Your Future, click on the links below.

Building Your Future

https://www.themaintenancearts.com/building-your-future/episode-1

The views, opinions, experiences, and statements expressed on The Maintenance Arts are solely those of the host and guests and are provided for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes.

The host, Robert Skaggs, participates in this podcast in his personal capacity as a maintenance professional, business owner, and industry advocate. Any opinions expressed are his own and do not represent the official positions, policies, opinions, or views of the City of New Berlin, its elected officials, administration, departments, employees, boards, commissions, or affiliates. Likewise, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers, clients, organizations, agencies, or affiliated entities. References to specific companies, organizations, products, services, properties, employers, or public agencies are intended solely for educational discussion and should not be interpreted as endorsements, official statements, or representations on behalf of any organization.

The Maintenance Arts is committed to promoting professionalism, education, leadership, and the advancement of the maintenance profession through open discussion and the sharing of personal experiences and lessons learned.