The Iron & Infrastructure Podcast

Jacob Emery
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Fitness
  • Updated Biweekly

The podcast that ties together fitness and construction. Shifting industry narrative and giving insight on becoming a business owner while living under the bar. Weightlifting, personal development, the infrastructure industry, and how to merge the two worlds to achieve prosperity.

  1. 20h ago

    Ep 297 | Rain Day Choices | I Raised Hell on Rain Days Until I Figured This Out

    What do you do when you get a rain day? You can create problems for yourself, or you can make progress. I know this because I used to be the guy raising hell on rain days, drinking with the guys and setting myself back. Eventually, I realized a rain day could be an accelerator for personal development, discipline, and growth. In this episode, I break down how blue-collar workers can use downtime to study for certifications, improve communication skills, work on personal development, and build confidence instead of following the crowd. The choices you make when nobody is watching can create momentum and change your future. Key Topics: Rain days & blue-collar work Personal development & discipline Going against the crowd Building confidence through action  Follow along @jacobemery44  #ironandinfrastructure #jacobemery #bluecollar #construction #pipeline #leadership #personaldevelopment #discipline #mindset #growth

  2. 3d ago

    Ep 296 | Limiting Belief Buster | Why You Still Don't Think You Deserve It

    Have you ever achieved something you wanted and then questioned whether you actually deserved it? In this episode, I break down the limiting beliefs that can keep you from recognizing what you're capable of and the stories you've been telling yourself that may not even be true. I walk through three simple but powerful questions to help you challenge those beliefs: Is it true? How old is it? What must be true? These questions force you to separate facts from feelings, get to the root of what's holding you back, and figure out what needs to change for you to move forward. Key Topics: Busting the beliefs holding you back Separating facts from feelings Challenging old belief systems Becoming who you need to become  Follow along @jacobemery44 #ironandinfrastructure #jacobemery #limitingbeliefs #mindset #personaldevelopment #leadership #selfawareness #growthmindset #entrepreneurship #unlockyourgreatness

  3. Sep 7

    Ep 295 | The 7 Iron Truths | What the Barbell Teaches You About Life

    The barbell doesn't care about your excuses, your title, your past, or the story you tell yourself. It gives you honest feedback. In this episode, I break down the 7 Iron Truths the barbell teaches us about reality, discomfort, fundamentals, progress, identity, and taking action. These aren't just gym lessons. They're life lessons. Face reality. Protect the basics. Meet resistance. Build the person who can carry more weight. Start where you're at and take the next honest rep. Key Topics: The weight doesn't negotiate. Pain is information, not punishment. Your fundamentals matter more than your potential. Start where you're at and take the next rep.  Follow along @jacobemery44 #ironandinfrastructure #jacobemery #irontruths #leadership #personaldevelopment #mindset #discipline #growth #fitness #strength #entrepreneurship #bluecollar #selfdevelopment #resilience #takeaction

  4. Sep 4

    Ep 294 | Trench Talk Ep 04 | THE SEAT TRAP | Operator → Foreman

    In this episode of Trench Talk, I sit down to talk about one of the biggest transitions in the field: moving from operator to foreman. Being great at the work doesn't automatically mean you're ready to lead people. We break down why leadership requires communication, confidence, accountability, and the ability to get out of the seat and see the bigger picture. We also talk about mentorship, teaching others, and giving people the tools and structure they need to succeed. Key Topics: Operator → foreman: why the skill sets are different You can't run the job from the seat Communication, documentation, and personal development  Building a culture of mentorship and growth  Learn more:  https://www.prim.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/primoris-services-corporation/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/primservices/ https://www.facebook.com/PrimorisServicesCorporation Follow along @jacobemery44 #ironandinfrastructure #trenchtalk #leadership #bluecollar #construction #pipelinelife #foreman #operator #personaldevelopment #mentorship #leadershipdevelopment #bluecollarmen

  5. Aug 31

    Ep 293 | Trench Talk Ep 3 | SEE THE FIELD + P2P Bridge | Simplicity + Systems

    Complexity is the ultimate demise in high-stakes situations. In this episode, I talk about simplifying complex processes, bridging the gap between what we know and what others need to know, and building systems from simple foundational steps. Simple scales. Complex fails. Key Topics: Simplifying complexity P2P bridge + seeing the field Building simple systems Teaching instead of assuming  Learn more: https://www.prim.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/primoris-services-corporation/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/primservices/ https://www.facebook.com/PrimorisServicesCorporation Follow along @jacobemery44 #ironandinfrastructure #trenchtalk #leadership #systems #simplicity #bluecollar #construction #pipeline

  6. Aug 28

    Ep 292 | Trench Talk Ep 02 | THE TWO 80-PERCENTS (Communication & Documentation)

    In this episode of Trench Talk, we break down what I call the two 80-percents: communication and documentation. If you can get both of those right, you're already ahead of the game. We talk about setting clear expectations, creating a two-way feedback loop, speaking up when something isn't right, and why documenting the work matters just as much as communicating it. Clear communication builds trust, and documentation creates accountability. Key Topics: Clear communication and expectations Communication as a two-way street The importance of documentation Building trust through accountability  Learn more: https://www.prim.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/primoris-services-corporation/posts/?feedView=all  https://www.instagram.com/primservices/  https://www.facebook.com/PrimorisServicesCorporation Follow along @jacobemery44 #ironandinfrastructure #trenchtalk #leadership #communication #construction

  7. Aug 24

    Ep 291 | Trench Talk Ep 01 | HEAR VS. LISTEN | BE A SPONGE.

    When I first started in this industry, my biggest downfall was not shutting up and listening. My ego was too big, and I thought I had to prove I knew what I was doing. In this episode, Mike Pence and I talk about the difference between hearing and actually listening, putting your ego aside, becoming a sponge, and learning from the people who have already walked the road. You don't have to know it all. You just have to be willing to listen and learn. Key Topics: Hear vs. listen Putting ego aside Be a sponge Learning from failure  Learn more: https://www.prim.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/primoris-services-corporation/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/primservices/ https://www.facebook.com/PrimorisServicesCorporation Follow along @jacobemery44 #IronAndInfrastructure #TrenchTalk #ConstructionLeadership #BlueCollar #ConstructionIndustry #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #BlueCollarLeadership #Infrastructure #PipelineLife

  8. Aug 21

    Ep 290 | The Truth About Building a Meaningful Life | Roundtable w/ Jeffrey Lowery & Kody Rostofer

    In Part 2 of this roundtable with Jeffrey Lowery and Kody Rostofer, we go deeper into what it takes to actually build a meaningful life and business. We talk about overcoming fear and imposter syndrome, protecting your time, creating accountability, and having the confidence to stand behind the value you provide. Most importantly, we get into why fulfillment isn't about constantly chasing more. It's about recognizing what already matters and having the discipline to live accordingly. Key Topics: Overcoming fear and imposter syndrome Protecting your time and focus Accountability that drives action Finding fulfillment beyond success  Learn more here: https://loweryracing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lowery_racing/ https://www.facebook.com/loweryracing https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEBj-M2JaS6ZnJPIPVF6CJw Follow along @jacobemery44 #ironandinfrastructure #jacobemery #jeffreylowery #kodyrostofer #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship #leadership #mindset #accountability #fulfillment

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The podcast that ties together fitness and construction. Shifting industry narrative and giving insight on becoming a business owner while living under the bar. Weightlifting, personal development, the infrastructure industry, and how to merge the two worlds to achieve prosperity.

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