In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, we have a special episode crossover with Blue Collar StartUp. Host Mike Nelson sits down with Jason and Stacy Spector to explore how growth mindset, resilience, and mindset coaching can transform students, athletes, and blue-collar workers alike. Tune in as they share personal stories from wrestling and education, practical strategies for leadership in the trades, and how mindset shifts can help businesses overcome hiring and training challenges.
Learn more about Jason and Stacy’s work with Catamount Consulting at catamountconsultingllc.com
00:00:00 Mike Nelson introduces podcast
00:00:20 Promotes Blue Collar Startup
00:00:42 Mentions previous Spector interview
00:00:52 Introduces Jason and Stacey
00:01:13 Recalls Novo Summit communication
00:01:32 Jason discusses Sweethearts and Heroes
00:02:18 Comments on Jason’s appearance
00:03:13 Jason shares bullying experience
00:04:30 Bullying’s lasting impact discussed
00:06:02 Jason’s current role overview
00:07:41 Mindset coaching role explained
00:09:58 Mindset coaching importance highlighted
00:11:56 Negative self-talk in athletes
00:13:18 Benefits of reset breaths
00:16:01 Mental health discussion shift
00:18:41 Wrestling and growth mindset
00:23:00 Three E’s for growth
00:30:14 Devin’s wrestling story begins
00:46:09 Reframing cold calls example
01:11:04 Closing and subscription call
