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Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder

Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder

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The Learnings and Missteps Podcast is about unconventional roads to success and the life lessons learned along the way.

You will find a library of interviews packed with actionable take aways that you can apply as you progress on your path to Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be.

Through these interviews you will learn about the buttons you can push to be a better leader, carve your own path, and build your influence.


Find yourself in their stories and know that your path is still ahead of you.

© 2026 Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder
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  • Gas on the Fire: Advocating for Respect and Connection in Construction with Mia McGlynn
    Feb 19 2026

    Jesse hosts the Learnings and Missteps podcast and introduces guest Maya McGlynn, a Pennsylvania-based construction influencer, writer, photographer, and fractional support partner who focuses on “the people behind the work.” Jesse gives an LnM Family shout-out to Bryce Ager for reviewing one of Jesse’s construction trainings, and notes his business offers training, coaching, and consulting. Maya explains her passion for blue-collar stories comes from building relationships and bridging gaps between management and shop/field workers, emphasizing retention and the need for leaders to “give a shit,” not just attract more people into the industry. They discuss treating people well as foundational to solving construction’s workforce challenges, rising interest in more human-centered workplaces, and how companies that only rely on pay raises and ignore relationships will be left behind. Jesse shares his view that people should leave poor leaders to find better environments and describes how supportive leadership

    00:00 Attraction vs. Retention: If Leaders Treat People Like Crap, Nothing Changes

    00:21 Meet Maya McGlynn: Showing Up for the People Behind the Work

    02:08 LnM Family Shoutout + What Jesse Actually Does (Training/Coaching/Consulting)

    04:45 What Fires Maya Up: The People, the Shop Floor, and Bridging the Office–Field Gap

    07:32 “Put Some Gas on the Fire”: Caring, Connection, and Why Liaison Roles Matter

    14:25 The Human-Centered Shift: Mental Health, Culture Change, and Companies That Will Be Left Behind

    19:56 Quit for a Better Leader: Unlocking Talent by Changing Environments

    22:47 Zumba to Construction: Maya’s Fitness Journey and Accidental Entrepreneurship

    28:07 Entrepreneurship as Survival: Divorce, Single-Mom Resourcefulness, and Building Independence

    33:26 Seeing the People Behind the Work: Validation, Imposter Syndrome, and the Power of Humility

    37:58 Learning to Accept Compliments: “I Receive That” + Permission to Celebrate

    40:21 From Admin to Marketing: Finding the Holes and Creating Value at Work

    43:31 Photography to Published Author: Turning Jobsite Photos into a Children’s Book

    46:47 Advice for the Windowless-Office Grind: Skill Up, Build Proof, Move On

    48:46 Building Workforce Pipelines: Fixing Leadership Gaps & Creating an Internship Program

    51:39 Crew Collaborative Explained: Mission, Ambassadors, and How to Get Involved

    54:26 Why the Podcast Exists: COVID, Trades Advocacy, and Doing Something About It

    58:17 Money vs Meaning: Choosing Purpose, Setting Boundaries, and Mission-Driven Work

    01:08:35 The Closing Question: “What Is the Promise You’re Intended to Be?”

    01:14:16 Final Takeaways + Free PDF Gift and Send-Off

    Get the blueprint to Plan, Commit, and Execute your way into optimal performance: https://www.depthbuilder.com/time-management-webinar-sign-up-page

    Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be
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    1 ora e 16 min
  • Why Relationships Are the Real Foundation of Construction with Mike Chiles
    Feb 12 2026

    In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse interviews Mike Chiles, a seasoned project director in the construction industry. They discuss the unpredictable challenges of construction, the importance of relationship building, and effective leadership. Mike emphasizes the role of leaders in developing their teams, creating a balanced and supportive work environment, and the value of feedback from those on the ground. They also delve into the importance of character development and the long-term benefits of investing in people-centric approaches. The episode concludes with reflections on the impact of leadership and the legacy one leaves through influence.

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back

    00:32 Introducing Mike Chiles: The Construction Influencer

    01:30 LnM Family Shoutout: Gary Martinez

    02:40 Getting to Know Mike Chiles

    03:56 The Role of a Project Director

    05:43 Challenges and Learnings in Leadership

    07:47 Training and Developing Future Leaders

    11:47 The Importance of Relationships in Construction

    20:18 Feedback and Continuous Improvement

    23:29 Building a People-Centered Culture

    35:10 Project Assignments and Training Responsibilities

    36:18 Feedback Loops and Execution Challenges

    36:51 Importance of On-Site Feedback

    37:18 Lean Principles for Executives 38:23 Building Relationships and Appreciating Workers

    40:23 Addressing Labor Shortages and Industry Challenges

    44:34 The Role of Old Dogs in Knowledge Sharing

    48:32 Lean Construction and Relationship Building

    01:03:40 The Promise of Influence and Legacy

    01:07:13 Conclusion and Free Book Offer

    Get the blueprint to Plan, Commit, and Execute your way into optimal performance: https://www.depthbuilder.com/time-management-webinar-sign-up-page

    Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be
    https://www.depthbuilder.com/books

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    1 ora e 9 min
  • When Stories Meet Services: Can A Podcast Stay Honest While Owning Its Work
    Feb 5 2026

    The truth landed on us after dozens of job site chats: some folks know our training but not the show, and others love the show but don’t know we train crews for a living. So we’re making it obvious. Learnings and Missteps is now Learnings and Missteps by Depth Builder, a single, honest banner that matches how we work and who we serve. New color, same voice, more clarity.

    We walk through what stays rock solid: candid interviews with builders who’ve earned their wisdom the hard way, and solo sessions packed with practical tools you can use tomorrow. We also share the part that made us pause—featuring clients without turning the mic into a megaphone. You’ll hear the guardrails we’re putting in place to keep the spotlight on guests and the lessons they fought for, not on us. If it drifts, we want you to call it out. That’s the pact.

    You’ll hear why our deepest impact sits with subcontractors and field leaders—installers, leadmen, foremen, and superintendents—folks who feel the schedule squeeze and still find a way to deliver. We connect the dots between real stories and real training so you can recognize a problem, test a fix, and see it stick. Expect tighter case studies, simpler planning habits, and leadership moves built for crews, not conference rooms.

    If you’ve been with us for the stories, stick around for even clearer paths to action. If you’ve worked with us in the field, welcome to a sharper platform for sharing what actually works. Tap play, leave a rating, share with a teammate who leads from the front, and tell us where we should push harder or pull back. Your feedback keeps the signal high and the hype low.

    Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be
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    6 min
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