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The LineStrong Like Iron Ft. Larry Sisco Ep. 120If you don’t want to micromanage, the simple answer is this: don’t. Because if you’re going to do it anyway, you might as well have done it yourself. In this conversation with Laurence Sisco of IronStrong Metal Fabrication , we talk about what it really means to build teams—and to build businesses that are strong. Not perfect, but strong. The kind of strength that comes from working through failure, not avoiding it, and using those moments to build people up.As our businesses grow—and as we age in business—it’s easy to forget...
2026-02-0253 minThe Line
The LineThe Backyard Ft. Keaton Turner, Thomas Haun, Ryan Sistad, & Lisa Bodine Ep. 119The Backyard is the final episode in our four-part series with Better In Our Back Yard—and it brings the conversation home.In this episode, we hear from members of the organization, as well as from Ryan Sistad , who leads Better In Our Backyard and serves as the primary leadership voice in this conversation. Ryan shares what he hopes people take away from being part of this work, and why the organization exists—to bring real value to its members and to advocate for something larger than any one company or project: a better backyard for all of u...
2026-01-2634 minThe Line
The LineThe Bedrock Ft. Jon Cherry Stephen Donohue & J.T. Starzecki Ep. 118The Bedrock is where the resources sit—and what everything above it is built on. It’s what we build with, and ultimately, what determines the strength and longevity of what we leave behind.In this episode, we bring together conversations with Jon Cherry , Stephen Donohue , and J.T. Starzeki —leaders who are focused on the bedrock of America and the responsibility that comes with stewarding its resources. They speak candidly about where we need to be more intentional, how we need to change the way we look at domestic resources, and what it means to lead that change rather...
2026-01-1933 minThe Line
The LineThe Ground Ft. Jessica Johnson Ep. 117The Ground is the second episode in our four-part series with Better In Our Back Yard , as we continue reflecting on 250 years of building in the United States of America during the opening weeks of January 2026.In this episode, Jessica Johnson , Vice President of Talon Metals Corp. , walks through an important distinction—preservation versus conservation—and why that difference matters. She speaks honestly about the reality that simply by living and breathing, we are using the ground every single day. Everything we rely on is either mined from the ground or grown from it. If it’s not mi...
2026-01-1235 minThe Line
The LineThe Dirt Ft. Mike Heatwole Ep. 116For 250 years, this country has been built by men and women willing to step up to the line—willing to walk on the dirt, stand on the ground, and do the work that begins at the bedrock. Long before headlines and soundbites, there was responsibility. There was stewardship. There was an understanding that what lies beneath our feet matters, because it supports everything above it—our communities, our economy, and our way of life.As we enter the first four weeks of January 2026, Blackline—in partnership with Better In Our Backyard—will be sharing a four-part series of real, honest c...
2026-01-0536 minThe Line
The LineTrade Therapy Ft. Dave "Dozer Dave" Turin Ep. 115Dave is familiar to audiences through shows like Gold Rush, but what stood out most in this conversation had nothing to do with television. It was his perspective on work. On the trades. And on what happens when a person is given the dignity, responsibility, and opportunity to build something with their hands.Dave talks openly about how the trades can be therapy. How work itself can be a pathway through hardship—helping people process difficult seasons, regain confidence, and even escape abusive or limiting situations. In a country that offers the freedom and opportunity to work, th...
2025-12-2943 minThe Line
The Line2025 Highlights Ep. 114As we look back on 2025, we’re reminded just how meaningful this year has been.Through our podcasts, we’ve had the privilege of sitting down for some truly powerful conversations — stories of leadership, grit, failure, growth, and conviction. These weren’t just interviews; they were moments that reminded us why this work matters.At Blackline, we exist because of the men and women who show up every day to build — the infrastructure, the systems, the companies, and ultimately the world we all live in. Your work often goes unseen, but it is never unnoticed here.As we reca...
2025-12-251h 07The Line
The LineThe Gift of Leadership Ft. Wally Adamchik Ep. 113Merry Christmas. As Christmas approaches, and as we drop our podcasts every Monday here at Blackline LTD , our team wanted to give our listeners a gift, the gift of leadership. We sat down with Wally Adamchik CMC, CSP, MBA on the battlefields of Gettysburg to talk about what leadership really is, how you attain it, how you keep it, and how you build it.It is truly one of the most powerful locations we’ve recorded in so far, and standing there, it’s impossible not to think about the men and women who sacrificed so tha...
2025-12-2251 minThe Line
The LineWho is Blackline? Ep. 110What do you do?It’s a question we get a lot at Blackline. How do you do it? Why do you do it?In this episode, I sit down with you—the listener, the one asking the questions—and we talk about exactly that. We talk about what we do at Blackline, why we do it, and where we’re headed.At the core of the Lifting the View of the Skilled Trades is one simple mission: communicate the value of the men and women who do the work.We are so appreciative of the lives we get to live...
2025-12-0228 minThe Line
The LineThankful Ft. Tyler Hollinger Ep. 109This week on The Line, we sit down with Sylvan Brandt Antique Flooring, a company committed to lifting the view of the skilled trades by reviving the work of tradesmen past and giving old craftsmanship a brand-new life.  Sylvan Brandt has built its legacy on seeking out old wood and restoring its story—transforming barn siding from century-old farms and reclaimed beams into premium flooring now found in lofts from New York City to California. Every board carries scars, marks, and character that speak to a history worth preserving. In this conversation, we explore not only...
2025-11-241h 14The Line
The LineA Blue Collar Conversation Ft. Blue Collar Bobby Ep. 108In this episode of The Line, we sit down with Blue Collar Bobby, a sprinkler fitter who was “voluntold” into the trade and decided to turn that opportunity into something bigger. Not only did he learn the work, he became one of the most influential voices in the fire-protection community. Through Instagram and his platform, The Dope and Tape Show, he has committed time, energy, and resources to telling the real stories of the men and women in his trade. Bobby shares what the sprinkler industry truly is, what it takes to do the work, and how the trade is o...
2025-11-1745 minThe Line
The LineAdd a Zero Ft. Joe Lord Ep. 107Last month, we had the opportunity to take part in the inaugural BIOBY Mining and Energy Expo — surrounded by some of the sharpest minds in mining, energy, and environmental innovation. These are people who not only understand the systems that power our world, but who genuinely care about the people working within them. You can feel their passion — it’s in the way they talk about their work, their teams, and their impact. While at the event, I sat down with Joe Lord of Turner Staffing Group for a conversation that was equal parts fun, insightful, and honest...
2025-11-1041 minThe Line
The LineTesticular Fortitude Ft. Justin Holmberg Ep. 106🎙️ The Line Podcast — Presented by Blackline LTD In this episode, we sit down with Justin Holmberg of Five Forty Build, a heavy civil contractor based in Virginia.We talk about what it means to be passionate about your work, to build something that lasts, and to pursue excellence in the trades and the industry at large.Our conversation dives into AI, job security, and the future of the skilled workforce, and Justin shares pieces of his own story — how he got started, how Five Forty Build came to be, and where he and his team a...
2025-11-0356 minThe Line
The LineThe Death of a Dream Ft. Daron Earlewine Ep. 104This week on The Line Podcast, we sit down with Daron, author of The Death of a Dream and founder of The Rogue Collective. This conversation goes deep — faith, calling, work, and the search for purpose. Daron opens up about what it truly means to go “rogue,” to follow a calling that doesn’t always makesense, and to trust God through the unknown. His words come from a place of experience and conviction — a story told straight from the heart. If you’ve ever wrestled with purpose, calling, or what it means to stay true to your path...
2025-10-2055 minThe Line
The LineHard Work Ft. Daxton Schatz Ep. 103🚨 New Episode Drops Monday 🚨This week on The Line Podcast, Daxton (a.k.a. DAX) steps up to the line for a raw and honest conversation.DAX isn’t a CEO or an owner—he’s a journeyman in the field, leading crews, managing complex electrical projects, and facing the challenges that can feel overwhelming. In this episode, he opens up about:⚡ Learning from mistakes⚡ Leading people through what feels impossible⚡ The daily reality of trying to balance pressure, progress, and personal growthIt’s an authentic look at leadership from the trenches—packed with wisdom you won’t hear in boardrooms but that e...
2025-10-131h 07The Line
The LineGo Sprout Ft. Carlos Vazquez Ep. 102A lot of people don’t know this, but Blackline has its very own institute. Blackline Institute is a registered apprenticeship program in the state of Pennsylvania. Earlier this year we partnered with a company called Go Sprout to help us maintain records. They work directly with the state and the government in order to make sure that all the paperwork is properly recorded and the help with our training from an online standpoint. Go Sprout has an app that the students, the journeyman, and the mentors are able to use to help them be more effective in tracking th...
2025-10-0659 minThe Line
The LineMechanized Manufacturing Ft. Adam Marsh Ep. 101Manufacturing is the backbone of America. Supporting US manufacturing is a way to secure our future. We believe that just like in World War II the fight now or the race or whatever you wanna call it, is for AI. Josh sat down and had a real and honest conversation at the Manufacturing Association with Adam Marsh, CEO of Ledge Inc. They discussed what manufacturing is and how to make things work better. They talked about how to win the battle for AI that is in front of us now and the importance of supporting our military, our navy...
2025-09-291h 19Sounds Accurate
Sounds AccurateEP1: Dr Christopher Sessar, SAP CAO: The Gold Standard Playbook for the Office of the CFOThe Gold Standard Playbook for the Office of the CFO. AI, Automation & the Secrets SAP Uses to Run Its Own Finance Organization. Join Emily Campbell (CMO, BlackLine) and Dr. Christopher Sessar (CAO, SAP SE) for an unfiltered conversation on how today’s most future-ready CAOs are rewriting the rules of finance.From trusted AI that actually delivers ROI to the “Gold Standard” Record-to-Report model SAP is using inside its own walls, this is where CFO leaders get the blueprint.Expect...
2025-09-2533 minThe Line
The LineAge Is Just A Number Ft. Charles Tofferi Ep. 99We were in Jacksonville, Florida not too long ago and I got a chance to connect with Ryan and Charles of Petticoat-Schmitt. Charles and I sat down and had a real and honest conversation at their new offices, as they’re expanding andgrowing. A big part of their growth is what we talked about and how over their 18 years of achievement it’s been accomplished through building values in their organization that not only are lived out, but attract people of like-minded values to come and be a part of what they are doing. It’s a great company and we...
2025-09-1549 minThe Line
The LineAre There Any Stupid Questions? Ft. Ryan Groff Ep. 98Josh sat down and had a real and honest conversation with K. Ryan Groff of Legacy Electrical Services Inc. With more than 20 years of experience in the skilled trades, he currently holds the title of president at Legacy and because he has also been the guy that poured the concrete and pulled the wire, those on his team have great respect for him and where he’s leading them. Ryan has an interesting take on how to communicate effectively and the importance of how we use our words. We also talked about whether or not there are stupid questions. Ry...
2025-09-0851 minThe Line
The LineThe Rest of the Story Ft. Daniel Perea Ep. 96In this continuation of our conversation with Daniel, the thing that really stood out to us is what it is to have value. He talks about where you place that value and how you give that value to others. It’s possible to know who you are and move forward with confidence without becoming arrogant and full of yourself. Sometimes this is something that can be a struggle. We believe in the blue-collar world or the trade world that we become unaware that other people don’t know what it takes to get the job done and quite frankly, we c...
2025-08-251h 04The Line
The LineIt's About Work Ft. Daniel Perea Ep. 95We sat down with Daniel Perea of Apex Welding and he shared his story. From being a young boy, to becoming a man, to making men and building into others; it’s about the work. Daniel talks about what it is to do the work that’s in front of you. We talk about who to trust and who not to trust. You might feel like our podcast episodes are more of the same, or have a common thread, and that’s probably because they’re about the men and women who do the work. It’s about bringing their voic...
2025-08-1857 minThe Line
The LineSolutions Not Problems Ft. Wilmer Glick Ep. 94Sometimes it’s really hard. All of us are posting and putting on brave faces, making things look like we have it all together and figured out. But most of the time nobody does. If you’re gonna figure anything out, realize this sooner than later; sometimes you get kicked in the teeth and before you can get back up, you get kicked in the head. If you’re going to go into business and be an owner you need to know it’s hard. There will probably be more hard days than there will be good days, but if it’s...
2025-08-1152 minThe Line
The LineThe Question Ft. Mike Williams Ep. 93You might’ve heard me say these words if you’ve listened to the podcast: Come On! This is what I say to pretty much everything that  Mike Williams of the H&H Group had to share when he stepped up to the line.  He talks about real issues, about what it is to be an employee, and to go from being an employee to being a CEO. Mike covers what it is to be truly involved in a company. He also reveals what I believe is a huge secret to success in life. I love the stories of the me...
2025-08-041h 17The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 91: Black Ft. John PredhamNew Episode of the Line Podcast is Live!  This week on the Line, we sit down with John Predham of Black Electric, a company with more than 85 years of history in the electrical industry. John is carrying that legacy forward — not just by delivering high-quality service to clients, but by investing in the next generation of tradesmen and women. When we caught up, John that week had just stepped out of his truck and into a ditch to lend a hand on the job — areminder of where he came from and what real leadership looks like. I...
2025-07-2134 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 90: Old World Ft. Levi KingIn this episode of the line, it is a true shout-out to Lancaster, Pennsylvania’s heritage, legacy and future. I sat down with Levi of Quarry View  Building Group and we discussed the importance of not allowing progress to destroy the experience of making sure that we remember the old ways. We can pay homage to the way that things were done while learning new things, but still not forgetting the old things. It’s important to remember those who have come before us. In this episode, we get to experience some of their work and their tradecraft. What I wil...
2025-07-141h 07The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 89: Don't Recruit Talent, Grow Talent Ft. Ashley DavisJoshua travels to Georgia state a couple times a year for Blackline and he really enjoys his time there. On one of the trips he got to have a conversation with Ashley Davis of Lawson Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Inc. She is the chief operations officer where her experience helped her and the team initiate key strategies to utilize as a company. She tells apretty amazing story about family, culture building, and investing in people. Ashley is pretty proud of the things that Lawson has been doing for almost 80 years. We would encourage you to listen too as they are...
2025-07-0748 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 88: Shared PressureWhen in life you start to do things to improve and better yourself, there may be people around you who aren’t doing that same thing. Maybe they’re just coasting. Those people can sometimes feel threatened because they realize you’re succeeding and putting in the effort and they are not. They may think their job is threatened, or it may just make them look bad. They may respond in ways that aren’t always appropriate, and maybe, they are downright rude and intimidating.  To quote the mentor of our guest, “Mr. Perry, you don’t let nobody punk you.” Yo...
2025-06-3057 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 87: Ground Zero Ft. Andrew BrownThe statement “ ground zero ” refers to a starting point or a base for some activity. At Blackline our vision is to lift the view of the skilled trades and our mission is to communicate that the people have value. Let us give a little context as to why we have a vision statement and mission statement at BLACKLINE. A vision is something that you see, you envision, and you never really are done with a vision. A mission is something that you set out to do, a goal, and you can complete that mission. At Blackline, we will never stop...
2025-06-2358 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 86: Potential Unlimited Ft. Edwin Parra and Tim McDonaldStep up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting theskilled trades. This week I sat down with Edwin Parra of McCarthy Building Companies and Tim McDonald, president of Linear Technical College. I think it’s pretty cool to have had the opportunity to sit down with one of the nations oldest and larger contractors and we have a conversation with Tim, who is leading a college for the trades. We talk about how it’s not who you know but, it’s how hard you work. It’s the attitude and the effort that you’re able to put into s...
2025-06-1642 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 85: The GraduateStep up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Joshua and the team of Blackline Institute step up to the line. We know this is thesecond week in a row that we’re dropping a podcast related to Blackline Institute but, this really isn’t about the institute. This podcast is about the men and women that are entering the workforce. The Blackline Institute had its graduation the other week. It wasn’t just the graduation of students but, the graduation of our institute. We were certified by the state of Pennsylvania to be...
2025-06-0937 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 84: Equipping People at Blackline Institute Ft. Caleb ArnoldStep up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Joshua and Caleb Arnold of Blackline Institute step up to the line. We’re showing up Monday morning at 5 AM with my discussion with Caleb Arnold We sat down and talked about what it is to have grit. What does it really take to not give up, continue to have the fortitude, and desire to be able to carry the badge of honor that is not quitting? We talk about the Blackline Institute apprenticeship and what it is that we’re doing to equip...
2025-06-0248 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 83: A Path for Growth Ft. Jim IdeStep up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Joshua and Jim Ide of IDE Electric steps up to the line. He shared about a new path for away to improve his company and his people. Jim shared some of his origins, his honest learning experiences and about what it is to find your niche and go after it. Tune in every Monday for a new episode.-------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848--------------------------
2025-05-261h 12Sounds Accurate
Sounds AccurateTrust in AI: Is your financial data accurate and secure?In this episode, we’re joined by Jeremy Ung, Chief Technology Officer, and Jill Knesek, Chief Information Security Officer at BlackLine, to explore how organizations can responsibly adopt AI without compromising on data integrity or security.We dive into the unique challenges finance and accounting leaders face when integrating AI, the trade-offs between speed and security, and why even small lapses in accuracy can have significant consequences.Key themes include:- The role of data integrity in delivering reliable AI outcomes- Security risks of fast-tracking AI features without safeguards...
2025-05-2039 minThe Line
The LineThe TruthStep up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. I sat down with Scott Gray of Cleveland Electric and Liz Campbell, director of chapter development of the AECA in Atlanta, Georgia. We talked about the work the trades fear and what it is to be fake or authentic. We also covered what it is that the next generation is looking for in jobs they desire in the future. This conversation truly is interesting as we discuss what it is that it takes to do the work in the trades. I encourage you to listen...
2025-05-1957 minThe Line
The LineEndless CustomersStep up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Joshua and Keynote speaker and author Marcus Sheridan talk about how in the trades you can become the market leader in your trade and in your business. Marcus shares tools from his new book and his experience in talking to thousands of businesses over the years. He shares many stories and hardships and how to pushthrough to success. If you want Endless Customers you should check out his new book of the same title. It uncovers the strategies of they ask you answer...
2025-05-121h 14The Line
The Line"I've only fired 1 person in over 35 years" Josh revisits his first employer after 20 yearsInterview Details:Garden Spot Electrichttps://www.gardenspotelectric.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/garden-spot-electricTune in every Monday for a new episode.-------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH:Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7⁠Apple ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848⁠Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwthnUa9wfTYxj4PqPULqeeKibeaQIz3y-------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instag...
2025-04-281h 06The Line
The LineHe became a Teacher after 30 Years in the Trades w/Horace KilgoreTune in every Monday for a new episode.-------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH:Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7⁠Apple ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848⁠Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwthnUa9wfTYxj4PqPULqeeKibeaQIz3y-------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 http...
2025-04-2140 minThe Line
The LineThe Lost Art of The American DinerInterview Details:The Kitchen. https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Kitchen-100063651815674/https://the-kitchen.top/Tune in every Monday for a new episode.-------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH:Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7⁠Apple ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848⁠Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwthnUa9wfTYxj4PqPULqeeKibeaQIz3y-------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www...
2025-04-1424 minThe Line
The LineThis Organization is (not so) Silently Saving America!An honest conversation with Scott Shelar, CEO and President of Construction Ready. FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellottFOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd/www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2025-04-0734 minThe Line
The LineHard Conversations on the Job w/Speedwell ConstructionFOLLOW SPEEDWELL:https://speedwellconstruction.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/speedwell-construction-inc-FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellottFOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd/www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2025-03-311h 25The Line
The Line114 years of taking care of people, Warfel ConstructionFOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellottFOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd/www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2025-03-241h 06The Line
The LineDo it the right way w/Frank MainesFollow Webber / Ferrovial https://www.ferrovial.com/en-us/webber/https://www.instagram.com/ferrovial/https://www.linkedin.com/company/ferrovialhttps://www.youtube.com/ferrovialFOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellottFOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd/www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514
2025-03-1732 minThe Line
The LineHow to take responsibility for your own life - W/Kaitlyn CrosbyFOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/FOLLOW BLACKLINE:  @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTDhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2025-02-2432 minSounds Accurate
Sounds AccurateMarc Ursick: Shaping the Future of Financial OperationsCalling all Finance & Accounting Teams!Tune into Episode 2 of our Faces of The Future Ready live series, with guest speaker Marc Ursick, Founder & CEO of Clearsulting. Join us as Marc shares game-changing insights on how CFOs can embrace automation, AI, and strategic transformation to unlock new opportunities & discover how Clearsulting is empowering the office of the CFO to become more agile, innovative, and future-ready.Follow our host, Joseph Voss https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmfvoss/Find out more about BlackLine’s future-ready ap...
2025-02-1837 minThe Line
The LineThis "Hidden" Foundry is changing the Identity of the Mining IndustryFOLLOW ME ELECMETALhttps://www.me-elecmetal.com/inicio/https://www.linkedin.com/company/meelecmetal/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedangelo/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-pederson-a7020043/FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/FOLLOW BLACKLINE:  @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTDhttps://www.facebook.com...
2025-02-1749 minThe Line
The LineOutside perspective WILL change your life w/Wally AdamchikFOLLOW WALLYhttps://www.firestarterspeaking.com/about-bio.phphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wallyadamchikhttps://www.instagram.com/wallyadamchik/FOLLOW JOSH:https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTDhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2025-02-101h 09The Line
The LineTurner Staffing - Importance of Investing in the Team. EP. 64Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH : YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/N2CR9IGf__Y -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW TURNER MINING: https://www.instagram.com/turner_mining_group/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/turner-mining-group/posts/?feedView=all https://turnermining.com/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineLTD https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTD https://www.facebook.com...
2025-01-131h 05The Line
The LineHumility & Leadership w/Amy Porter of Dale Carnegie Training Ep.62Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades.  Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Youtube: https://youtu.be/8HWTKl0OTjc -------------------------- FOLLOW AMY: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyrporter/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/dale-carnegie-training-of-central-indiana/ https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/locations/indianapolis https://www.youtube.com/@Dale-Carnegie/videos
2024-12-301h 04The Line
The LineThe Line Season 01 Highlights Vol. 200:00 Introduction 3:04 Mike Holt 29:30 Jonathan Strack, Arron Nick 44:35 Dru Jacobs 1:07:52 Aaron Witt Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwthnUa9wfTYxj4PqPULqeeKibeaQIz3y -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSHUA: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTD https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514 https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/ ...
2024-12-271h 17The Line
The LineSeason 1 Highlights Vol. IStep up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848 -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSHUA: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTD https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514 https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/ https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2024-12-241h 28The Line
The LineThe Last Episode of The Line... Season 01 W/Jason Richmond EP 059Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848 -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW JASON: https://www.instagram.com/jasonbrichmond?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.instagram.com/buildwitt/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildwitt/posts/?feedView=all https://buildwitt.com/ https://dirtworld.com/ ...
2024-12-2353 minThe Line
The Line058 Men of Iron Founder, Bryan Zeamer, on Business & FaithFOLLOW BRYAN: https://menofiron.org/team-member/bryan-zeamer https://www.utilitykeystone.com/?srsltid=AfmBOor8lXDMwFV-juoh6CKB-iWmg8keAmU3sWFUDo49ubVaXfVYHfLn https://www.linkedin.com/company/utility-keystone-trailer-sales/life/fdc86ad4-f9a0-4766-b004-f9ed30ff83ac/?photoIndex=0&scrollTo=photos FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTD https://www.facebook.com...
2024-12-1656 minThe Line
The Line057 Get Your Gear Right IDEON Workforce OutfittersFOLLOW IDEON GEAR https://www.ideongear.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/ideon-gear/ https://www.instagram.com/ideongear FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTD https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514 https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/ https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2024-12-0920 minThe Line
The Line056 Don't take the easy way out.FOLLOW STRACK https://www.linkedin.com/company/strackinc https://www.facebook.com/strackincorporated/ https://www.instagram.com/strack_inc/?hl=en FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www.youtube.com/@blacklineLTD https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095504736514 https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackline-ltd/ https://www.blacklineltd.com/
2024-12-0245 minSounds Accurate
Sounds AccurateRuss Laraway: Is your Leadership Future-Ready?“The world doesn’t need another podcast about opinions onleadership.” The words from our pull-no-punches guest Russ Laraway show this isn’t your average leadership puff piece.  Russ Laraway, is the author of the critically acclaimed “When You Win, They Win”, a former Marine Corps Company Commander, and the co-founder of Candor, Inc., alongside Kim Scott. In this first episode of Faces of The Future-Ready, Russdestroys some big leadership myths. For Russ, a key reason that leadership standards are dropping—in spite of the wealth of content on the subject—is that n...
2024-11-2844 minThe Line
The Line055 Managing the Challenges of Building a "Ride or Die" Team.Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Join Josh Mellott in his unfiltered and uncut conversation with Legacy Electrical Services. This episode not only covers who how the business has come to be but how the men behind the business came to be. Life can be a winding road but that same road is building our character and our connections. Chris and Ryan also discuss the importance and value of building a STRONG team in business.
2024-11-251h 06The Line
The Line054 "Working at the Car Wash" w/ Phil Eby (Ames Construction)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Josh and Phil have a conversation on the site of a nearly complete Drive Thru Car Wash. This new Model is popping up all over the American Suburbs and Phil talks about the positive impact these are making on the communities they enter Phil Also discusses what it was like selling his business to Ames Construction and going from Owner to Employee Tune in every Monday for a new episode. --------------------------
2024-11-1857 minThe Line
The Line053 "Going Forward Together" w/ Marvin JolesStep up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. In this week's episode, Marvin Joles of Blacktop Banter sits down with Josh and discusses the importance of integrity and how you exit this world with nothing and leave only a few things. The most important of which being the impact you had on people. Josh and Marvin also cover the 2024 Dirt World Expo that just wrapped up in San Antonio Texas. Dirt World Expo hosted by Buildwitt and Josh and Marvin give their take on...
2024-11-1135 minThe Line
The Line052 Building for The Next Generation w/ Robert Lucero JE Dunn ConstructionStep up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. In this week's episode, Robert Lucero, the Senior Workforce Manager at JE Dunn Construction discusses his journey in the construction industry, starting as a carpenter and advancing to his current role. Filmed at a SkillsUSA construction competition in Marietta, Georgia, Robert emphasizes the importance of investing in the next generation of tradespeople. He explains the role of a senior workforce manager, the importance of trade partners in construction projects, and JE Dunn's collaborative 'lean process.' Robert shares his personal experiences...
2024-11-0444 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 43 (Young Guns & Dinosaurs with Mike Holt)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Mike sit down at Mike's house to discuss how Mike got into the electrical trade, how he got himself into writing national code books, how Mike persevered through poverty and struggles, and the difference between being oblivious and being stupid. Mike shares little nuggets of wisdom throughout the whole episode, please enjoy! Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW MIKE:  @M...
2024-09-021h 09The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 42 (Dirty Boots and Broken Toes with Keaton Turner)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Keaton of  @turnermininggroup432  sit down at one of Turner Mining Group's new mine projects to talk about the importance of starting something, and figuring out how to get your foot in the door; and sometimes the best way to do that is to simply get your boots dirty. Josh and Keaton spoke about the different phases of business, how each phase leads you into the next, and the changes that come with going from a Pirate Armada to...
2024-08-2658 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 41 (Breaking Down Walls with Randy Blount)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Randy sit down in Randy's house to discuss the importance of lifting the view of the skilled trades as well as making the Dirt World a better place, having what it takes to get hit and get right back up, and the importance of gathering the correct perspective when it comes to others and situations. We're thrilled to partner with BuildWitt for the Dirt World Summit powered by  @official_buildwitt . Go to www.dirtworld.com and use code BLACKLINE10 to save 10% on yo...
2024-08-191h 08The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 39 (Feeding the Beast Ft. Matt Williams)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Matt sit down to talk about Matts rise from a roofer to an app developer, and creating a network that takes the pain out of finding supplies. They talk about the importance of putting on your boss shoes and making the hard decisions in order to move forward and make the best decisions you can with the information you have. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh...
2024-08-051h 15The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 38 (Trapped in Eric's Mind Ft. Eric Jumper)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Eric sit down in Eric's natural habitat; an active job site to talk about Eric's journey from being a heavy equipment operator to a camera operator, how to be successful in the dirt moving industry, and the importance of making people proud of you instead of making hero's out of people. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH:
2024-07-291h 06The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 37 (Mind the Gap Ft. Matt Lapp)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Matt sit down to discuss Matt's transition from being raised Amish to starting his own HVAC company, Matt's Pay-It-Forward program at JM Lapp and how that is a small step towards having a positive impact on the world around us, and the importance of minding the gap and having our eyes focused on the gains in life. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. ---------------------------
2024-07-2255 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 36 (#EveryShingleDay Ft. Donavan Morgan)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Don dig into Don's early rap career that escalated into Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW ROOFS BY DON:  @roofsbydon  https://roofsbydon.com/ FOLLOW JOHNATHAN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-strack-1025011ab/ FOLLOW ARON: https://www.instagram.com/aronnick/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aron-nick-a4119589/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: @blacklineltd https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://ww...
2024-07-1557 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 35 (Strack Nation Ft. Johnathan Strack & Aron Nick)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh, Johnathan, and Aron all sit down at the Strack Proving Grounds Training Facility to talk about the importance of the truth and how it will come out no matter what you do, the hardships the team endured as they built the training facility, and making sure we invest knowledge into others and let them find pathways of success. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. ------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0...
2024-07-081h 10The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 34 (The Tool Belt Generation Ft. Travis Eisenhard)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Travis sit down to talk at  @occidentalleather  to discuss the importance of getting high-quality tool belts in the hands of the "tool belt" generation and inspiring them to keep pushing forward and forging a path toward success. Travis' one tool he can not live without is a camera; the one thing that has been a constant in his life, and shapes his view of the world. One thing we can all learn from is not quitting on ourselves and not letting the vo...
2024-07-0149 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 33 (Just Some BS With Brandon Stanchock)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Brandon sit down at  @SWFIndustrial  to discuss the importance of scheduling and utilizing others' experience and expertise to create something universal for everyone on the job. They speak about the importance of humility as a leader how to best lead people, and bringing in the right people to create longevity with your employees. Brandon brings light to one of his greatest mistakes; trying to run with an idea before he walked it out, and how that can create confusion and dissonance in a...
2024-06-241h 11The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 32 (Pit Friends Ft. Tim Lapp)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Tim sit down at Lapp Electric in Lancaster PA to discuss Tim's beginnings and what lead him to take after his father in running Lapp Electric. As the conversation moves from topic to topic, they share the hurts and pains they've had in their lives, and how they overcame them to help others to not make the same mistakes, or give them a pathway out of the hurt. Josh charges us to be more like Spartans and less like the Greeks; the...
2024-06-171h 10The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 31 (Burn the Boats Ft. Jason Richmond)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Jason sit down at "The Center" in Indianapolis to take a deep dive into the importance of an organization being in the "learn and grow" phase and not "protect and defend", the importance of burning all of the boats and not having an escape route planned, and how  @official_buildwitt 's goal of building a better dirt world and  @blacklineLTD 's goal of lifting the view of the skilled trades can work together in unison and make the...
2024-06-101h 22The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 30 (Drive Your People Ft. Gary Nolt)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Gary talk about the early beginnings of Cassel in 1945 as a family-run business, and how it has turned into a 28-person well-oiled machine working diligently to provide high-quality graphics for their customers. The pair talked about the importance of training your people and giving them a strong path forward, and the value of the trades and what it really means to be a tradesman. Tune in every Monday for a new episode.
2024-06-0353 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 29 (Fail. Learn. Grow. Repeat Ft. Caleb Arnold)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Caleb sit down to talk about what it takes to make it in the trades, and how to take failures, and turn them into growing points, and how to keep going and moving forward. Caleb grew up with many family members in the trades, and he talks about how they inspired him to pursue the trades and make a life for himself. This journey did not come without struggles and self-doubt, but his determination and grit is...
2024-05-271h 08The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 28 (Broken Glass Ceilings Ft. Aimée Deraco)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Aimée talk about personal struggles in life that has led to triumphs and victory over the circumstances, the importance of being a solutions-based organization, and not letting the glass ceilings others have put in place for us stop us from becoming what we were meant to be. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW AIMÉE: https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2024-05-201h 00The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 27 (Dr. Drywall Ft. John King)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and John talk about finding your identity in your trade, being successful through relationships, and not letting failure win. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848 -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW JOHN https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100052565473382 https://www.instagram.com/johnrichardking?igsh...
2024-05-1355 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 26 (Burn the Boats Ft. Bob Persch & Bradley Kulac)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Today Josh, Bob, and Bradley sat down on the convention floor of Construction Ready's Career Expo with Skills USA to talk about Kiewit's long and successful history, the importance of not stutter-stepping your way through life and going for it, and how vital mistakes are to success. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW KIEWITT: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kiewit/ https://www.facebook.com...
2024-05-0641 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 25 (A Culture of Growth ft. Ian DB)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Ian talk about the power of strong communication, the importance of building not just the skills, and building a culture of growth within your company. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW RYAN https://www.instagram.com/kryangroff?igsh=MTZpNXl6eDNpN255ag== https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-ryan-groff-10978675/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 ...
2024-04-2947 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 24 (Where the Rubber Meets the Road Ft. Alex DiMattio)Step up to The Line. A podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Alex in Brooklyn New York inside Jane Moto's storefront to discuss the importance of quality gear that serves a purpose instead of just for fashion. Alex dives into the importance of having your heart and soul in your work, and not just chasing money and material things. The duo go over what value truly means, and working towards your goals and the things that are truly valuable in this life. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https...
2024-04-2252 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 23 (Media Matters Ft. Ford Berg)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Ford discuss the art of problem-solving and being a part of the solution, how media plays a major role in the construction industry, and how crucial it is to build a company culture. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line/id1722664848 -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0...
2024-04-1555 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 20 (The Skywalker Way Ft. Dru Jacobs)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Dru dig deep into Dru's history as a 3rd generation Mohawk Skywalker and the pressure he has experienced trying to live up to the legacy of his family in the trades. As they sit by the fire they discuss the importance of lifting the view of the skilled trades and how not one man can do it alone, but that it is truly a team effort to raise a new generation of skilled tradesmen. Dru reflects...
2024-03-2556 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 19 (Between Two Barns Ft. Evan Urban)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Evan sit down to talk in the lumber yard about Evan's desire to help people, and how that passion led him to be the GM for Vintage Wood & Forged Iron. Evan came into the company as an outsider and made it his mission to understand all of the inner workings of the company to best lead them toward success. Evan shares a story of the 3 brick layers and how our perspective of what we do shapes our perception of our job. ...
2024-03-1856 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 18 (Hope for the Future Ft. Rachel Howard)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Rachel talk about starting in the trades, what it means to be a welder, delivering babies, what it means to have hope, and being a female in the trades. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW DIAMONDBACK: https://www.facebook.com/DiamondBackCovers https://www.instagram.com/diamondbackcovers/  @DiamondBackCovers  https://diamondbackcovers.com/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?ig...
2024-03-1142 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 17 (Cooking Bacon Naked Ft. Aron Nick)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. On the final installment of The Line at Construction Ready Josh and Aron sat down on the convention floor of  @Construction_Ready  Career Expo with  @skillsusa  to have an honest conversation about past hurts and trials, and how we can rise above them if we look at them dead on. Aron goes through his motivation to make sure he listens to the generation before him and learn from the knowledge and life they have to share. Aron shares his heart in this episode, and he back...
2024-03-0457 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 16 (Construction Bowl XVIII Ft. Scott Shelar)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Today Josh and Scott sat down on the convention floor of  @Construction_Ready 's Career Expo with  @skillsusa  to talk about their upbringing having fathers in the skilled trades, using social media as a tool to educate the next generation on what can be available to them, and the impact of the Construction Ready Career Expo on the next generation of skilled tradesmen. Scott shares his experiences and hardships over the years and what has crafted his passion for this industry and the kids that will...
2024-03-0141 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 15 (From Brooms to Board Rooms Ft. Armani Skrine)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Today Josh and Armani sat down on the convention floor of  @Construction_Ready 's Career Expo with  @skillsusa  to talk about the importance of making changes in your life to better your future no matter how terrifying the journey is, the culture at  @McKenneysInc  and how it keeps people working there and happy, and being able to ignore self-doubt and move forward. Armani lives by the phrase "Win or Learn" and that could not be more indicative of her character and drive. Tune in every Monday...
2024-02-2942 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 14 (Finding Your Heart Work Ft. Natalie Hall)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Today Josh and Natalie sat down on the convention floor of @Construction_Ready 's 2024 Career Expo with  @skillsusa  to talk about having a heart for the youth and making sure they are equipped for the future because the youth are our now. Natalie speaks to the importance of building pipelines for the future and finding your heart work. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- WHERE TO WATCH: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/07rT0hFAsPAZYCUF4OMBB7 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...
2024-02-2819 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 13 (The Silver Tsunami Ft. Bryson Barnes)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Bryson sat down on the convention floor of  @Construction_Ready 's 2024 Career Expo with  @skillsusa  to talk about how the trades are an essential industry and how showcasing their work is the key to getting the next generation interested in the trades. Although AI is taking many industries by storm, Bryson believes that construction will not be affected. Bryson states that AI will not be able to build a house, and we still need these young men and women to join the trad...
2024-02-2713 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 12 (Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is Ft. Aria Morgan)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Aria sat down on the convention floor of @Construction_Ready  's 2024 Career Expo with  @skillsusa  to talk about what makes marketing different in the skilled trades industry, making sure we set up the next generation with the skills and knowledge to excel, building a strong company culture, and using social media to create a strong culture within your organization. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.link...
2024-02-2639 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 11 (A Sharp Dressed Blue Collar Man Ft. Carl Murawski)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Carl talk about how Carl got started in the trades, the importance of your image as a tradesman, the importance of a well-made tool, and doing the job until the job is done. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW CARL:  @CarlMurawski  https://www.instagram.com/carl_murawski?igsh=MTAwdWEzd3d4and6cg== https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093380757613&mi...
2024-02-191h 09The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 10 (The next right thing Ft. Jon Sensenig)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Jon talk about how religion, learning the trades from their dads, communicating value to others, developing company values, and making the next right step. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW JON: https://www.instagram.com/sensenigjm?igsh=MWg5M3ZycnNldXlmMg== FOLLOW BLACKLINE: https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4  @blacklineLTD  https://www.facebook.com/profile.ph...
2024-02-121h 10The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 9 (Rock solid Ft. Doug Detwiler)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Doug talk about growing up young in the trades, and how that experience shaped their future, starting a business, and growing people. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW DEROCK https://www.facebook.com/DeRockElectric https://www.instagram.com/derock_electric/ https://www.derockelectric.com/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: https://www.instagram.com/blacklineltd?igsh=a2wwbzJ3Y3Jjd2o4 https://www...
2024-02-0551 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 8 (Skills That Last A Lifetime Ft. Josiah Toews)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Josiah talk about how the skilled trades helped him when making a career switch to being an artist manager. The two ex-coworkers chat on top of the W in Nashville about how you can make good money in the trades, finding solutions, and infrastructure in Nashville. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW JOSIAH: https://www.instagram.com/josiahtoews?igsh...
2024-01-2954 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 7 (Leaning Into Hardships Ft. Sam Hackman)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Sam talk about growing up with their fathers in the trades, and the expectations as a young foreman. They discuss the importance of leaning into hardships and problem-solving in the trades, and how we can extend knowledge to the future generation and save the skilled trade workforce. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW SAM: https://www.instagram.com/sam...
2024-01-221h 03The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 6 (Stepping up to the line Ft. John Yordy)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and John talk about the difference between the skilled trades vs getting a job, how trades can help in everyday life, buying once and crying once when it comes to tools, and how to not force your opinion on someone, but to offer it. Step up to The Line with them. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: https://www...
2024-01-151h 13The Line
The LineThe Line Episode 5 (It must be nice Ft. Brandon Constant)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Brandon talk about how Brandon started a mowing business at 15 how that led to him starting his own business, and the importance of working alongside your crew as a manager. As they enjoy the campfire around the  @breeofirepits  they discuss labor shortages, management issues, the value of hard work, and the limitlessness of the trades. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0...
2024-01-0832 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 4 ( Feeding the Wolf ft. Ryan Groff)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Ryan talk about what wolf to feed; the good wolf or the bad wolf, the steps of solving a problem, and how to move past your mistakes and move into problem-solving and finding solutions. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FOLLOW RYAN https://www.instagram.com/kryangroff?igsh=MTZpNXl6eDNpN255ag== https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-ryan-groff-10978675/ FOLLOW BLACKLINE: https...
2024-01-0451 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 3 (The Broncocast Ft. Curran Blevins)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. This week Josh and Curran do a podcast in a Bronco, on a road trip to Dirt World Summit hosted by  @official_buildwitt  . Curran talks about his upbringing, not knowing all of the options made available to him, dropping out of college, and not getting a degree, but still being in debt. The two talk about comparative advantage, lifting the view of the skilled trades, and how if you don't want to do hard work, then the trades aren't for you. Tune in every Monday fo...
2024-01-0440 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 2 (An underdog story Ft. Madeline Hatchell)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Brandon talk about how Brandon started a mowing business at 15 how that lead to him starting his own business, and the importance of working alongside your crew as a manager. As they enjoy the campfire around the @breeofirepits they discuss labor shortages, management issues, the value of hard work, and the limitlessness of the trades., Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0...
2024-01-0433 minThe Line
The LineThe Line Episode 1 (All eyes on me Ft. Marvin Joles)Step up to The Line. A new podcast focused on highlighting the skilled trades. Watch as Josh and Marvin talk during the Dirt World Summit hosted by  @official_buildwitt  about the power of social media and where all of the attention is. They talk about how to own your mistakes, how to build success in life and business, the power of knowledge and networking, and how to balance work and home life. Tune in every Monday for a new episode. -------------------------- FOLLOW JOSH: https://www.instagram.com/joshuadmellott?igsh=a3RxZmo3ZXJiMDV1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-d-mellott-0b0525118/ FO...
2023-12-2344 min