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Dirt World Podcast

Welcome to the Dirt World Podcast powered by BuildWitt. If you're a leader in the Dirt World, you can tune in to access insights from veterans in your industry and expert leaders who have navigated workforce challenges. Learn strategies to better lead your team and develop, hire, and attract the workforce your organization needs to thrive.

  1. 10/20/2023

    Coal Mining, Fishing, and Continued Growth with Josh McKnight

    Josh McKnight has been in the recycling and sustainability world long before they were used as cool buzzwords.  For the past five years, he has produced record numbers as head of Sales for Cuda Grit, which provides materials that help with wear protection for costly parts on Dirt World equipment. Listen to Josh’s thoughts on leadership and his excitement for the upcoming Dirt World Summit as he and Jason chat through stories of underground coal mining and fishing trips.

    36 min

  2. 10/20/2023

    Building the Bridge to Better Behavioral Health in Construction with Hamilton Baiden and Erin Craw

    Join Jason as he discusses all things behavioral health with Hamilton Baiden, CEO and Erin Craw, Strategic Account Manager, of YouTurn Health. You’ll get hear about Hamilton’s personal experience with behavioral health and why it drove him and a close friend to get YouTurn Health off the ground and how YouTurn could potentially help your team members become more resilient. Hamilton and Erin both hit hard on what you can be doing as a leader to better care for your team’s behavioral health, why the traditional way of dealing with mental health and substance issues isn’t working, and what they’re doing about it. They discuss the importance of  breaking down stigmas in construction related to coping strategies, habits, and lifestyle choices.

    57 min

  3. 10/20/2023

    Focus on the Fundamentals with Evan Triggs

    Before becoming Vice President of Earthwave Technologies, Evan Trigg played football at the collegiate level and chased the dream of getting into the NFL. Things took a different, but positive turn as he focused on building a minor-league football team in his local area. Jason and Evan chat about why Evan signs off on his social media posts with “Coach,” they dig into how focusing on the fundamentals will help you learn, even if you’re not winning every competition. You’ll learn how to grow as a construction leader, adopt new, helpful technology, and create positive change in your organization.

    46 min

  4. 10/20/2023

    The Power of Transparency in Leadership with Jamie Roush

    From earning a physics degree, diving into sales, and shifting to engineering, Jamie Roush has gained a lot of perspectives and experience. Now, Jamie is the President and General Manager at Dynapac North America. Jamie shares a story about how learning from a massive failure earlier in his career has helped shape him into the leader he is today and drive the success he and his team are having at Dynapac. You’ll also hear about Dynapac’s new headquarters coming soon and its role in workforce development in the Dirt World. Later, Jason and Jamie chat through what makes Dynapac’s equipment unique, what helps Jamie continue to grow as a leader, and the power of transparency in maximizing your leadership impact.

    48 min

  5. 10/02/2023

    What’s a Digital Twin? + Tech in Construction With Andy Kaiyala - 014

    Host Jason Richmond introduces Andy Kaiyala, VP of Construction Technology and Controls at WSB.  Andy has a 25-year career bidding and building complex infrastructure projects all over the world, including the Middle East and Australia. So he knows all about successful digital integration in construction.  In this episode, he shares how engineers support clients, owners, and contractors with advanced tech—like digital twins. (If that’s a new term for you, don’t worry; Andy breaks it down in the podcast.) And as always, Andy and Jason cap it off with a discussion of the industry’s future that you won’t want to miss!

    47 min

  6. 10/02/2023

    Honor, Respect, and Continuous Improvement with Jim Foley - 013

    Jim Foley is CEO of Groundworks Safety Systems and EFI Attachments. He grew up working in construction with his dad, and he has 30 years of industry experience under his belt. Jim talked with Dirt World Podcast host Jason Richmond about what he’s learned. Tune in to get Jim’s advice on creating a culture of honor and respect, why you should have zero tolerance for bad behavior regardless of skill, and giving your people ownership.  Plus hear how Jim’s companies are innovating (especially when it comes to trench box safety), developing their workforce, and enhancing their operations—so you can get insights that you can take back to your own business.

    52 min

  7. 10/02/2023

    Why We Need Better Diesel Diagnostics With Tyler Roberts - 012

    In this episode, Jason Richmond sat down with Tyler Roberts, founder and CEO of Diesel Laptops.  Tyler grew up in northern Minnesota, surrounded by commercial trucks and Big Iron. While working at Carolina International Trucks as a service and parts manager, Tyler saw the challenges service managers and techs face. He realized they needed better diagnostics—and Diesel Laptops was born.  In this episode, you’ll hear the guys talk about: Diesel Laptops’ diagnostic solutions  Why diesel techs need continuous education  The shortage of skilled diesel technicians—and what can be done to fill tens of thousands of open jobs

    47 min

  8. 10/02/2023

    Tires Matter + Motivating the Next Gen With Michael DeRuijter and Nick van Loon - 011

    You probably don’t think much about tires. But without them, your trucks and heavy equipment aren’t going anywhere—and neither is your business. Marketing manager Nick van Loon and founder/CEO Michael DeRuijter of Magna Tyres join Jason to talk about the latest innovations—like how tires are helping promote clean energy and how electric machines are shaking up the market.  Then, hear the guys’ take on the global workforce shortage. (Surprise: it’s not just the U.S. It’s worldwide!) Their idea for solving the problem? Teach young folks that the Dirt World creates everything they need to live the “ideal life” they’re chasing . . . and that it’s worth being part of.

    47 min
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Welcome to the Dirt World Podcast powered by BuildWitt. If you're a leader in the Dirt World, you can tune in to access insights from veterans in your industry and expert leaders who have navigated workforce challenges. Learn strategies to better lead your team and develop, hire, and attract the workforce your organization needs to thrive.

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