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Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Update #5 – DT 347Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
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Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!2025-06-1615 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Update #4 – DT 345Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
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Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!2025-06-0913 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Update #3 – DT 343Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
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Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!2025-06-0214 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Update #2 – DT 341Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
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Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!2025-05-2613 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Update #1 – DT 339Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
Learn more about attending the 2025 Ariat Dirt World Summit by visiting www.dirtworld.com!
Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!2025-05-1915 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittThe Latest at BuildWitt w/Jason Richmond – DT 259Jason Richmond (COO of BuildWitt) is back to chat about BuildWitt's events, the most recent being a Dirt World workshop at Knife River's training center. Jason and Aaron also dig in on what's in store for the future.2024-08-051h 00
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Investment Lessons – DT 253Aaron discusses the lessons he learned from BuildWitt's latest investment round. And these lessons apply to business and life, not just investment!Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!Stay Dirty!**UPDATE**Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official sponsor for the year!They make world-class footwear and workwear that we see on every job site we visit, and their folks are just as great as their products.Dirt Talk listeners can receive 10% off their...2024-07-1527 min
BuildWitt Behind the ScenesDirt World Events w/Jason RichmondAaron and Jason are back and so is the internal! This week they are chatting about some of the recent events that Buildwitt has put on, including the Dirt World Workshop at Knife River training facility. They also dig into some of what's in store for future events. Huge thanks to Jason to driving down to Nashville to do this episode and thanks to everyone on the team listening. 2024-06-211h 00
Dirt Talk by BuildWittThe Latest at BuildWitt w/ Jason Richmond — DT 245On what's technically an internal BuildWitt podcast, Aaron and Jason discuss the latest business happenings. If you're curious about what BuildWitt's up to, this episode is for you.If you have any questions or feedback, email the Dirt Talk crew at dirttalk@buildwitt.com.Stay Dirty!**UPDATE**Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official sponsor for the year!They make world-class footwear and workwear that we see on every job site we visit, and their folks are just as great as their products....2024-06-1748 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittA Peak Under the Hood: BuildWitt Update with Jason Richmond – DT215This week we got a special episode that’s not something you would normally see. BuildWitt as you may know has our internal podcast to provide more information for our team members. The other day Aaron and I were talking and we decided “Hey there is some great stuff that could be helpful for more than just our team, so why leave it on the cutting room floor?”I’m excited to share a little sneak peek of what Aaron and Jason have to say about our business, what we have going on this year, and how we are c...2024-03-0432 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittThe Inner Workings of BuildWitt: Dirt Talk Monday Edition – DT207In this episode, Aaron is joined by Jason Richmond, BuildWitt’s Chief Operating Officer. Jason, a natural leader and sales expert, serves as a frequent co-host for the internal podcast and this iteration of the Monday episode. To hear more into Jason's story, check out his Dirt Talk Episode (170). In today's discussion, Aaron and Jason shed light on BuildWitt's operational framework and their roles as senior leaders within the company. They explore the services and products offered by BuildWitt and elaborate on the company's commitment to make the dirt world a better place. For additional details, visit BuildWitt.com. En...2024-02-0542 min
BuildWitt Behind the ScenesHoliday RecapJason and Aaron sit down to talk about 2023 at Buildwitt2023-12-0547 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildwitt Roadshow Week One, Tunnels, Roads and Mines – DT 189In this podcast episode, join Aaron and myself discussing the first week of a five-week road trip spanning multiple states. In week one, Aaron accompanied by Jack and Angel explored a tunneling job with Strack Inc. They then went to downtown Atlanta to witness the expertise of Goodfellow, they even met the mayor (NBD) and saw some night paving! After that, it was off to Starkville to see some coal mining and encounter some massive mining equipment. Later things take an unexpected twist when ants invade the RV on the way to Texas to visit Lonestar Paving, Ce...2023-10-2650 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuilding a Brighter Future: Inside BuildWitt's Mission with Randy Blount and Dan Briscoe – DT178Join us for an insightful conversation as we dive into the world of BuildWitt, and our mission to make the dirt world a better place. In this one, three-fourths of our senior leadership team got together to chat about our marketing services, groundbreaking training products, and the Ariat|Dirt World Summit, aimed at addressing critical workforce challenges and leadership. Discover how BuildWitt is championing leadership development, mental health awareness, and overall well-being in construction, and learn how our unique approach is shaping a positive future for workers and the industry.The crew delves into projects that defied...2023-08-101h 03BuildWitt Behind the ScenesWhat does "re-focusing" on company culture actually mean?This week, Aaron and Alex catch up and discuss why we MUST adjust our culture as we grow because a system built to serve 20 people mostly likely will NOT serve 75 people. They also chat about the increased importance of a fully connected team, how a win for the one part of the team positively affects all the other parts of the business, and why it's more important than ever for everyone to have a strong grip on how their work fits into the mission of BuildWitt.2023-05-0539 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesThe Evolution of BuildWitt Relationships + Why Have a Dirt World Conference?Aaron and Alex chat about the different relationships that BuildWitt has made over the years and how so many of them have come aboard to speak at the Dirt World Conference in the fall.2023-03-2434 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesAaron's Speaking Gigs, Sunland Project Urgency, and Furthering the MissionAaron and Alex check in on why Aaron is spending more and more time doing speaking engagements around the country, why some construction jobs are very time-sensitive for us to visit, and why this all furthers the BuildWitt mission.2023-03-1034 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBUILDING BUILDWITT: From Solo Mission to Mission-Focused Team - Ep. 4Welcome to Building BuildWitt! For the last 4 weeks, we’ve published pieces of a 4-part story chronicling Dirt Talk host Aaron Witt’s upbringing far away from the Dirt World and how a series of disconnected experiences and decisions led to the formation and growth of the company that became BuildWitt. In the final episode of this season, we’ll hear how and why Aaron started hiring people, how he almost got arrested in Saudi Arabia, and why its so vital to tell the stories of the Dirt World.Thanks...2022-12-2936 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBUILDING BUILDWITT: Aaron Quits 2 Jobs and Moves in with his Dad - Ep. 3Welcome to Building BuildWitt! For the next 4 weeks, we’ll be bringing you pieces of a 4-part story chronicling Dirt Talk host Aaron Witt’s upbringing far away from the Dirt World and how a series of disconnected experiences and decisions led to the formation and growth of the company that became BuildWitt. In episode 3, Aaron tells of his experiences working for Kiewit (and why he turned down their full-time job offer), why he moved to Texas, and why he left construction altogether.Thanks for listening. If you have any q...2022-12-2230 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBUILDING BUILDWITT: Aaron Goes to Work on the Railroad - Ep. 2Welcome to Building BuildWitt! For the next 4 weeks, we’ll be bringing you pieces of a 4-part story chronicling Dirt Talk host Aaron Witt’s upbringing far away from the Dirt World and how a series of disconnected experiences and decisions led to the formation and growth of the company that became BuildWitt. In episode 2, Aaron tells of the punch in the mouth that came in the form of “going to college for engineering”, what he realized that he loved about working in the field, and why he came in last place in an estimatin...2022-12-1532 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesBuildWitt Update Going into Holidays '222022-12-1431 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBUILDING BUILDWITT: Aaron Witt Wears Shorts to a Job Site - Ep. 1Welcome to Building BuildWitt! For the next 4 weeks, we’ll be bringing you pieces of a 4-part story chronicling Dirt Talk host Aaron Witt’s upbringing far away from the Dirt World and how a series of disconnected experiences and decisions led to the formation and growth of the company that became BuildWitt. In episode 1, Aaron shares the story of his childhood love of the trash truck (and its driver), his formative years working on a ranch in Montana, and the career-shifting experience of his first construction job. Thanks for li...2022-12-0827 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesTopic of the Week: Just Chatting with Caitlin DorseyThis week's episode was actually recorded quite a few weeks ago now, right after our team meeting. Aaron was off doing whatever Aaron does so this one just features Alex and Caitlin cutting it up about how she got to Buildwitt and what she does now at the company. enjoy and hmmm... (p.s. Listen to the whole thing and you'll get the last reference)2022-11-0449 min
BuildWitt Behind the Scenesbauma 2022/Germany Trip Preview -- DT143.5This week on Dirt Talk, Aaron lays out the trip itinerary to Europe for late October 2022. He and Chase Lyons (Field Producer at BuildWitt) will be spending a few days at bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany, before a 2 day break in Austria. After the Austrian weekend, the guys will head back to Germany for a few days with the folks from Zeppelin Caterpillar.Stay tuned for the update podcast about bauma (it’s been nuts over there!) as well as a breakdown of the trip in a few weeks.Listen to...2022-10-3129 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesTopic of the Week: Social Media Strategies with Pat TurnerThis week, Aaron and Alex invite Pat on the internal podcast to talk about how Buildwitt's social media presence came to be, and how we are continuing to improve our strategies to reach more and more people in the DirtWorld. Social media is a huge part of the company as a whole, so props to the crew for being honest about our strengths and shortcomings in the ever-changing digital market. Stay Dirty!2022-10-2142 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesTopic of the Week: Lizards and LawyersLet's face it, sometimes you have to have those hard conversations, and this week is no exception. This week Aaron and Alex tackle the one question on everyone's mind here at Buildwitt, is Mark Zuckerberg a lizard in a human skin suit? Oh yeah, they also talk about lawyers and stuff. Enjoy and stay dirty!2022-10-1444 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesTopic of the Week: BuildWitt ServicesYou know the deal, Aaron and Alex are back. They talk about the importance of the services team and its role as one of the starting pillars of BuildWitt. They also speak about the importance of other teams, because everybody matters. That's all I got. Stay dirty folks!2022-08-2631 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittA BuildWitt Update with Aaron Witt and Dan Briscoe -- DT131.5 This week, we’ve got a special edition of Dirt Talk: host Aaron Witt and producer Alex Horton are joined by BuildWitt Co-President Dan Briscoe to discuss what’s been going on lately on the business side of BuildWitt. Suppose you’ve been following along with the BuildWitt story for the last few months. In that case, you know that we’ve been working on rolling out BuildWitt Training, a software platform built for the Dirt World to address the “people problem”: how can our industry better attract, train, and retain our people? BuildWitt Training was built to make traini...2022-08-0838 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesTopic of the Week: Non-Buildwitt Training WorkAaron and Alex sit down to talk about eggs and the topic of the week, non-training-related work, which inevitably triggers many conversations about the inner workings of Buildwitt. Tune in to find out. 2022-07-2226 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesTopic of the Week: All About the MoneyThis week our fearless podcasters do things a little different. In an attempt to focus the Internal podcast and make it more beneficial to our team Alex and Aaron decided that a topic of the week may be our best course of action to help you, the listener understand more about the goings-on here at Buildwitt. This week's trial run focuses on a topic prevalent in everyone's mind, the Series A investment (before you ask, yes, we will eventually talk about other things on this podcast.) If you have ideas for a topic you want to learn more about...2022-07-0839 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesAll Hands Meeting-Series A InvestmentAaron addresses the team about all things Investment. He highlights the benefit of missing our original mark and our strategy in the future (being disciplined, scrappy, creative, and team players). He touches on the importance of reducing burn and how our teams can achieve this. To finish, he explores what the future of Buildwitt will look like when we achieve our goals and the exciting opportunity that will ensue.2022-06-2432 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittUnique Investments in Your People with Dan Garcia -- DT123It was only a short time ago that BuildWitt and C.W. Matthews got connected, and yet there's been a certain buzz among the BuildWitt folks that had been to visit some C.W. Matthews job sites: "you gotta have Dan Garcia on Dirt Talk." With a ringing endorsement like that, it was only a matter of time. Dan Garcia has been President at C.W. Matthews Contracting Co., Inc. for over 9 years. He's clearly a compassionate leader, and throughout the conversation, his care for the people who work with him pours out. This week on Dirt...2022-06-091h 07BuildWitt Behind the ScenesGrowing PainsAaron and Alex talk about family and the married with children life. Surprise, the gang talks about travel and legroom tricks (not in that order). Later Alex and Aaron discuss the struggle of meeting people from conference calls in person and the podcast being absorbed by the media team. They round it off by answering the following, do you speak another language? How do we (Buildwitt) keep our family feel as a company? What was your major in college? (Alex)2022-05-3149 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesThe Role of HR with Nikki (VP of People)Alex here with a special edition of the internal podcast. I'm joined today by Nikki, our VP of People here at BuildWitt. We chat about the role of the "People" team at BuildWitt. We also discuss the responsibility of HR to the team AND our responsibility to the HR crew. Thanks to Nikki for the transparent and engaging conversation.2022-05-2519 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesHave Achievable GoalsAaron and Alex chat about astronaut ice cream, seeing how all the pieces of BuildWitt contribute to making the Dirt World a better place and making new goals more achievable. They then discuss questions about lessons learned during the current Series A fundraising round.2022-05-2036 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Meets Midnight Force -- DT118.5This week on Dirt Talk, Aaron and Alex talk about Aarons’s Boston marathon run and how sometimes, you need a break from running, and other times, you just need to do the thing. They later discuss Aarons’s trip to Europe and the tremendous earthmoving power of the Midnight Force at Zurich airport. They then answer a few questions about when it makes sense for a small company to merge with a larger company and what it takes to effectively sell to Dirt World companies.Don't forget you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the B...2022-05-0947 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesDo People Actually Say They Don't Believe in You?Aaron and Alex are back and apparently need a low-key catchup. The touch on rental cars, a bear park in Switzerland, and the difference between first class and business class on a plane. Then Aaron answers questions about his love for "hipster" coffee shops and the reality of how people communicate that they don't believe that he/BuildWitt will reach huge goals.2022-05-0636 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittStyle, Swag, and Suave Haircuts -- DT116.5In this episode of Dirt Talk, Aaron and Alex talk about wardrobe, the BuildWitt Store, and the importance of a good haircut. They dig into the lengths we go to protect nature, especially the beloved desert tortoise. Aaron expresses his anticipation around the Boston Marathon and an upcoming trip to Europe. They finish off the episode answering questions from listeners about workplace incidents and how you can maintain family life in the heavy civil construction industry. Let your voice be heard! Answer a few simple questions at buildwitt.com/feedback and help us find m...2022-04-2538 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesThe road to BuildWitt: how Nikki DeLuca’s diverse experience prepared her for leadershipHead of People Nikki DeLuca sits down with Aaron to talk about our team, and how her previous experience led her to her current role at BuildWitt. Together they field internal questions from the BuildWitt Team about how to communicate who we are to the rest of the Dirt World and what we can take from Jim Collins’ book Great by Choice.Let your voice be heard! Answer a few simple questions at buildwitt.com/feedback and help us find more awesome listeners like you. Together, let’s make the Dirt World a better plac...2022-04-2224 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesGarret BrentThis week, Alex chats with Garret Brent, who is an Implementation Manager here at BuildWitt. They discuss Garret's winding career journey (that included a stop in the USAF), why he would leave a job and team that he really cared about, and what really drives him. Thanks y'all!2022-04-1344 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesBeing Well-Traveled & Well-ReadThis week on the internal podcast, Aaron and Alex give a quick update on the newest fundraising round, and then they recap the Open House held at the BuildWitt office. Later, they discuss being well-traveled vs well-read and sharing (or not sharing) unpopular opinions at work.Thanks y'all!2022-04-0837 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWork Spills into Life, and Life Spills into WorkThis week on the internal podcast, Aaron and Alex discuss a handful of heavier topics, including why Aaron feels compelled to spend so much time on work, why it made sense for Aaron and Angel to go to Saudi Arabia (even with its complicated reputation globally), and the potential trickiness, as BuildWitt continues to grow, of Aaron continuing to get to know everyone who comes to work at BuildWitt.Thanks to all of the BuildWitt team. Stay Dirty!2022-04-0143 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittAvoiding Stagnation and Complacency with Jonathan Campbell -- DT112"Our biggest competitors are stagnation and complacency."Jonathan Campbell is the Executive Vice President of Wheeler Machinery Co. out of Salt Lake City, UT. He's part of a multi-generation line of Campbells at Wheeler. With so much historical success running a 70-year-old CAT dealership, it's easy to envision leadership sitting on their laurels. And yet, Jonathan (and Campbell Companies) has made it his mission to fight "stagnation and complacency" by owning almost a dozen companies and investing in even more. He's got a vision for serving the Dirt World, and that's one reason he was a perfect...2022-03-241h 03BuildWitt Behind the ScenesWho (or What) is BuildWitt's Biggest Competitor?This week on the BuildWitt internal podcast, Aaron chats with Dan Briscoe and Randy Blount about the next investment phase we're entering, before answering questions about who (or what) is our biggest competitor and what kinds of projects they're most excited to dig into in the next phase of the business.2022-03-1830 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittGetting Wrenches Thrown At You with Eric Jumper -- DT111Eric Jumper is like a box of chocolates: you never know what you're gonna get.One thing that's true, however, is that it will be entertaining and educational. Though he's only 26, he's been working in the Dirt World for almost 10 years, and literally grew up in the dirt. As a 3rd generation dirt mover, having a deep love and insatiable curiosity for the Dirt World is in Eric's blood. And as a team member at BuildWitt for the last year, he's been all over the country meeting up with and learning from the folks that are literally...2022-03-171h 09BuildWitt Behind the ScenesBuilding Relationships, In the Office and BeyondThis week, Aaron and Alex are joined by BuildWitt President Dan Briscoe. They chat about the importance of feedback, getting out into the (dirt) world together, and why our confidence in our products and services is earned.2022-03-1129 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesAaron's Dad DIDN'T Start BuildWitt, Guys!This week on the internal pod, Aaron and Alex discuss the FTX going on in Nashville this week, and then Aaron talks a bit about the assumption some folks have about the origins of BuildWitt. They also chat about the $1.9T Infrastructure Bill and why every trip Aaron ever takes is a combo work/pleasure trip.2022-03-0434 minDirt Talk by BuildWittAdapt Your Approach As You Learn -- DT108.5You can't make everyone happy.This week, Aaron and co-host Alex discuss the new free BuildWitt app (learn more here) and why you should listen and watch podcasts on it! Later, they dig into the challenges of being a young leader in an older industry, why you can't make content that applies to everyone all the time, and the value of changing your approach to work and life as you gain more knowledge and experience.You can learn more about the BuildWitt app at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app.To connect with other people who...2022-02-2834 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesHumility, Situational Awareness, and CourageThis week on the BuildWitt Internal podcast, Aaron and Alex detail why the leadership team had a full day meeting with former Navy SEAL Rich Diviney. They also chat about the next fundraising period for BuildWitt and intentional culture-building.2022-02-2537 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesYou Can't Scale AloneThis week on the internal podcast, Aaron and Alex talk about the difficulties of trying to scale business by yourself and why it's important to decentralize yourself from the success of the business. They also discuss a question from Jay Collup about highlighting industry folks who have seen a positive impact in their careers because of BuildWitt.2022-02-1830 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesSpending Money with Aaron Somero, BuildWitt CFOThis week on the BuildWitt Internal Podcast, Aaron Witt and Alex Horton chat with Aaron Somero, BuildWitt Chief Financial Officer about credit card spending and how to wisely consider business expenses. Sometimes, it means buying a used camera instead of a brand new one. Other times, it means paying for the premium version of software because it helps to save you time and makes you more efficient. 2022-02-1123 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesJessica SaylorThis week, Alex chats with Executive Assistant and Aaron Witt Wrangler Jessica Saylor. They chatted about what she was up to before BuildWitt, why she feels well-suited for organizing and supporting business leaders, and which of her hobbies landed her a guest spot on the Kelly Clarkson show!2022-02-0937 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesVALUES: Develop 3x PeopleThis is the first episode in the BuildWitt Internal Podcast series on our Core Values. First up is "Develop 3x People".2022-02-0414 minBuildWitt Behind the Scenes401k Requires Skin in the GameThis week on the BuildWitt internal podcast, Aaron and Alex discuss their 4 podcast episode day and taking this podcast feed public before answering a question about our 401k system and why it requires each employee to put in 10% to get the 5% match from BuildWitt.2022-01-2836 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesA Bunch of Plates in the AirThis week on the BuildWitt internal podcast, Aaron and Alex talk about camping a little bit before discussing the exciting growth and additions to the team. Later, they chat about all the balls in the air/plates spinning that BuildWitt has going these days, and how all the moving pieces mean that no one knows EVERYTHING that's going on.Thanks for keeping up with us, team. We're very grateful to all of you.2022-01-2143 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesJamie JamraWe're back with the team interviews every other Wednesday in 2022!This week, we're with Jamie Jamra (who has been allowing all of you to call him "James" for a year), but he's here to set the record straight. We talk about his background, how he's known Alex Ferrari for way longer than anyone else at BuildWitt, and how he sees the video work at BuildWitt growing and changing into the future. Thanks, Jamie!-Alex, Podcast Producer, BuildWitt2022-01-1233 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesBringing New People into the CrewThe first episode of 2022! This week, Aaron and Alex talk about bringing new people into the team, how and why we do it the BuildWitt way, and then they talk a little bit about the "milestones" related to our recent investment period.If you have questions you'd like to hear discussed on the pod, please email alex@buildwitt.com.2022-01-0738 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesHow We Approach MoneyThis week, Aaron and Alex talk about all of our approaches to spending in regards to BuildWitt, as well as the importance of building relationships in person.2021-12-1750 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesBuildWitt Winter Meeting DebriefThis week, Aaron and Alex talk about the recent Winter Team Meeting and the upcoming plans for BuildWitt as a whole. They touch on what the next 2 months will look like, why BuildWitt Leaders is free, and how we pick Dirt Talk guests.Thanks to you all. Have a great week!2021-12-1034 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Internal Podcast Behind the Scenes with Aaron and Alex -- DT095There's often been comments and questions about the BuildWitt Internal Podcast, but since it's just for our team, it's always seemed a little strange and unnecessary to share it with the greater audience. But... after recording this one, Aaron and Alex looked at each other and immediately said, "we should put this episode on Dirt Talk, too".So without further ado, we're sharing the most recent episode from the BuildWitt Internal Podcast. We use this format to communicate with our team across multiple states and time zones. It helps us stay connected and get to know one...2021-11-2545 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesSocial Media StuffAaron and Alex talk about social media and why it matters for BuildWitt and how we all can engage in a natural way on the interweb.2021-11-1942 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWhere We Go From HereAaron and Alex chat for a sec about the power of TikTok/video for podcasts and the Core Value award winners for this month (super cool people, I'm sure!) before digging in about the continued adjusting of BuildWitt's company structure and how each piece will continue to fit together. As always, thanks for sending in questions, and THANK YOU for listening.2021-11-1246 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesKeep BuildWitt Simple, StupidThis was recorded directly after the team call on Oct 25, 2021, where Aaron laid out the updated company structure and what the roles of the leadership team will be. In this episode, Aaron and Alex discuss what the new structuring means regarding the legal restructuring we've done in the past and why a new simplified version makes more sense for our company, what the holiday season changes for us and our partners (not much), and why we brought on some C-suite level roles so early on in our company life-cycle. Thanks for listening, and as always...2021-10-2933 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesKate GangelThe "every other Wednesday internal pod" is back! If you've not been on the podcast yet, just wait... host Alex Horton is coming for you.In this episode, Alex has an (in person) conversation with Kate Gangel, Project Manager here at BuildWitt. Kate and Alex talk about Kate's love of Nebraska though she lived most of her life in Kansas, what she really loved about managing projects, and what kind of cable tv shows she watches (and why, honestly). Thanks for listening, y'all.2021-10-2736 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesIn Defense of the BuildWitt MissionIn this quick episode, Aaron addresses a comment made by a company we work with, and why that attitude is so far from what we're building here at BuildWitt.2021-10-1509 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesInvestors? Possibly You!This week, Aaron and Alex spend most of the episode talking about the process of finding the right investor(s) for the next phase of what we're doing at BuildWitt. Also, Aaron mocks Alex's attempt to make this episode more serious and focused than the last episode about the Mantis Shrimp.2021-10-0835 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesThe Next Evolution of BuildWitt -- 9.24.21After a few comments about it, I've decided to start naming the episodes so the team can more easily differentiate episodes. (Thanks for the tip, Eli!).This week, Aaron and Alex catch up in the new Dirt Talk Studios and chat about the next evolution of what we're doing here at BuildWitt. Later, Aaron answers questions from Claire and Nerissa about how we'll use the incoming investment(s) and if there are ways to monetize the BW office. Thanks for the questions, pals!2021-09-2432 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 9.17.21Aaron and Alex (with Matt Briscoe sitting in the corner on his phone) recorded while at 1st Phorm in St. Louis. The guys talk about their offices a little bit before Aaron answers a few questions about the next phase of BuildWitt, how BW Creative will continue to grow, and what his morning routine looks like.2021-09-1731 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesBuildWitt Office RulesAaron and Alex go over the BuildWitt Office Rules.2021-09-1032 minDirt Talk by BuildWittWhy Get a Skid Steer? -- DT083.5Happy Monday, ladies and germs. So. After emphatically stating that they were officially done recording podcasts at Aaron's house... this episode was recorded at Aaron's. Aaron and co-host Alex talk a little bit about the trials and tribulations of all of the inspections needed to open up a new office space for your company before Aaron goes into talking about the BuildWitt Skid Steer and why it was a great idea for BuildWitt to get it.Later, the guys discuss the challenge of getting insurance for a small business and Aaron brags a little about RAWSO's (not-so-overnight...2021-09-0643 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 9.3.21This week, Aaron and Alex discuss college and why that system is built to discourage people from going into our industry as young people. Then they answer a few team questions about boundaries and what it means for BuildWitt to "stop working so hard". 2021-09-0339 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittThe BuildWitt Historian with Kevin McCawley -- DT083We've finally tracked down the person who was around for the very very beginnings of BuildWitt (other than Aaron Witt)... introducing Mr. Kevin McCawley, who used to ride around the American Southwest and take photos with Aaron as they would shoot photos of any job site they could find. Now, Kevin is a med school student at the University of Michigan, but he was kind enough to sit down and help tell some behind-the-scenes stories of the birth of "BuildWitt" as we know it.Co-host Alex Horton joins Aaron and Kevin to recount the winding road of...2021-09-0246 minDirt Talk by BuildWittFIRST DIRT TALK IN THE STUDIO -- DT082.5After months (and months and months and...), the guys are in the BuildWitt offices recording a podcast in Dirt Talk Studios. Big moment.Alex and Aaron talk about Aaron's "Rules for the Office"... before having to stop recording because the restaurant down below is too loud to record. So, they come back 16 hours later to pick it up, and Aaron talks about the Founding Members aspect of BuildWitt Leaders. They then discuss a few listener-submitted topics about being included in all company events as an intern and how company's do (or don't) incentivize their employees to not...2021-08-3044 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 8.13.21This week, Aaron and Alex talk about what Aaron actually does every day as an employee at BuildWitt, among other things.2021-08-1344 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesMatt Biddle -- BWBTS029Alex has a conversation with Matt Biddle, BuildWitt's Director of Talent Acquisition.2021-08-1149 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 8.6.21This week's episode gets a little deeper than a typical episode of the BuildWitt BTS podcast. We talk about floor-raisers/ceiling-raisers, what we're looking forward to in the next 6 months of BuildWitt, and what specific word we're finding ourselves spending a lot of time thinking about.Thanks for listening, friends.2021-08-0642 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 7.30.21This week, Aaron and Alex reminisce about the BuildWitt team meeting, and then discuss what BuildWitt People is and what the process looks like when booking guests for Dirt Talk.2021-07-3042 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesAlex Horton -- BWBTS028This week, Alex lets Clay Thompson (Sr. Brand Strategist at BuildWitt) swap roles and now Alex is the interviewee. Alex talks about his journey to BuildWitt, how he ended up moving into a completely different role than the one he initially accepted with BuildWitt after a year, and what he thinks he should be doing when asking Aaron questions on Dirt Talk.Thanks for listening, you're all just incredibly good eggs.2021-07-281h 02BuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 7.23.21Aaron and Alex catch up about the upcoming team meeting, launch of BuildWitt Leaders/new BuildWitt site, and talk about what piece of equipment Aaron would marry.2021-07-2329 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Office Rundown with Molly Abbott -- DT077Molly Abbott of ban•spas Consulting is our guest this week. ban•spas is an organizational consulting + interior design firm based in the Arizona desert, and Molly was kind enough to work on a pretty big BuildWitt project: she designed and planned out the new BuildWitt Offices in Nashville, TN. Since she and Aaron Witt are the 2 people most intimately familiar with the space, it made sense to get them to talk about the entire process! And since we got a handful of requests asking to hear an episode about the new office, we figured we could share the conv...2021-07-221h 07Dirt Talk by BuildWittMoving from Landscaping to Excavation -- DT076.5Happy Monday! This week, Aaron and Alex chat at Aaron's home "studio"... but this is one of the last times ever, as the new BuildWitt Studios are almost complete! Can't wait to share photos and videos of the new space with the Dirt Talk community.On this week's episode, Aaron and Alex discuss what it takes to transition from doing landscaping work to excavation, Aaron's interest in owning a warehouse, and the naming rights of the BuildWitt skid steer.We're SO excited to be sharing the link to BuildWitt Leaders, our new leadership education website...2021-07-1926 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 7.9.21This week, Aaron and Alex talk hunting (from a VERY unqualified perspective) before diving in to discuss what the initial concept of BuildWitt was imagined to be, among other things.2021-07-0946 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 6.25.21Aaron and Alex talk Santa ( I guess, I don't know, I kinda zoned out - Alex), the BuildWitt store, and what we're gonna do at the company meeting next month.2021-06-2526 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 6.18.21Aaron and Alex talk BuildWitt Leaders and why it's important for our team. They also answer submitted questions about the rest of the calendar year and CONEXPO!2021-06-1825 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBUILDWITT LEADERS -- DT072We've hinted at it for some time now, but now it's official: the BuildWitt crew has officially announced the upcoming launch of their leadership platform, BuildWitt Leaders! There have been a lot of questions about what exactly "BuildWitt Leaders" is, so we got Aaron Witt (CEO and Chief Dirt Nerd), Dan Briscoe (President), and Randy Blount (Advisor) to get together and lay it all out. Simply put, BW Leaders is an online platform of videos and education tracks for the leaders (and future leaders) of the Dirt World. We've been building this thing to help the leaders...2021-06-1755 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesChase Harris -- BWBTS024Alex has a conversation with Chase Harris, Art Director at BuildWitt.2021-05-2643 minDirt Talk by BuildWittAaron Spills Some Tea About the BuildWitt Skid Steer -- DT068.5Aaron and Alex FINALLY talk about what happened on Aaron's trip to see the official BuildWitt Skid Steer in the Caterpillar Factory! Yes, folks, it's actually real and not a joke. As always, the guys answer a few questions too. Keep the questions coming! If you have questions/comments/concerns, please email Alex at DirtTalk@buildwitt.com.Stay Dirty2021-05-2444 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesWeekly Q+A with Aaron and Alex -- 5.7.21Each week, Aaron and Alex will sit down to answer YOUR questions! Just for the BuildWitt crew.2021-05-0728 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesClay Thompson -- BWBTS021Alex catches up with Clay Thompson, a new-ish Sr. Brand Strategist with BuildWitt.2021-04-2339 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittFrom Stacking Bricks to Chief People Officer with Jake Schmidtlein -- DT060This week's Dirt Talk is with one of BuildWitt's own: our Chief People Officer Jake Schmidtlein. Though his title might sound fancy, his blue-collar and dirt world bona fides are legit. He grew up working in the family business, racing go-karts and stacking thousands of bricks for money to buy fireworks. Jake's journey from brick-stacker to CPO at BuildWitt is anything but linear. He's worked in finance, ran a race track, and headed up business development for a John Deere dealership (Murphy Tractor). He's always had a passion for training and people development, and after being hired...2021-03-251h 08BuildWitt Behind the ScenesMatt Briscoe -- BWBTS018In this episode, Aaron chats with Matt Briscoe of the Briscoe clan from the Houston area. Matt and Aaron touch on how Matt has technically been with BuildWitt the longest and how he's touched almost everything that Aaron has put on the internet the last few years. Matt's the youngest team member, but don't doubt his value for a second!2021-02-2218 min
Dirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt Q&A 2 -- DT055Aaron Answers Your Tough Questions!In this Dirt Talk episode, Aaron is joined by himself to answer your questions submitted via Instagram. No script and plenty of nonsense.He discusses what BuildWitt does, how he stays sane, whether he prefers a booth or table, and many more important and controversial dirt-related topics.2021-02-1859 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesNevermind, Don't Track Time -- BWBTS016In this episode, Aaron explains that the previous podcast about time tracking only makes sense for the conventional agency, and that BuildWitt is anything BUT.2021-02-0416 minDirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt 2020 In Review with Dan Briscoe -- DT047Dan Briscoe, COO of BuildWitt, and I sat down to discuss what we learned and accomplished in 2020. We talk about our business model, how we've grown, and where we're heading into 2021.Many people still don't realize that BuildWitt is a marketing agency well beyond a "kid with a camera," as we often say (I occasionally miss those simpler days).Since "transparency wins" is one of our company's core values, we tried to be as transparent as possible with this episode. Hopefully, this episode provides better insight into who we...2020-12-261h 08BuildWitt Behind the ScenesBuildWitt Values Explained! -- BWBTS008In this episode, I break down our nine company values. I explain each one, cite recent examples of how they've played out in our business, and discuss the quotes associated with each. Values are everything to our business!2020-10-0751 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesCredit Card Standards! -- BWBTS006In this episode, I review BuildWitt's credit card standards and how to view spending / versus saving. Fun stuff! Yay money!2020-09-2124 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesBuildWitt Social Media Policy -- BWBTS0042020-09-1017 minBuildWitt Behind the ScenesStory Time -- Two Big BuildWitt Failures -- BWBTS002Inspired by my first podcast on failure, I dive into two painful and transformational failures we had in our first year of business. They're enjoyable stories and filled with lessons that we live by to this day.2020-08-1741 minDirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt BTS 002 -- What is BuildWitt? -- DT021Dan and I break down BuildWitt and explain what our business does, why our mission is so important, and how we make decisions in this episode. Since we get so many questions as to what BuildWitt is, we thought we'd take a bit of time and break it all down the best we can.To learn more about BuildWitt, check out buildwitt.com!2020-06-2540 minDirt Talk by BuildWittBuildWitt BTS 001 with Dan Briscoe -- DT014BuildWitt VP Dan Briscoe and I talk about how we met, why he joined BuildWitt, and how it’s worked out so far.Dan’s been with me since day one and has had an enormous impact on our business. That said, he’s typically behind the scenes, so everyone online thinks all this BuildWitt stuff is just me. If it was just me, it would be a disaster.The nice thing about the podcast is that we have a new avenue to show everyone how we make the sausag...2020-04-0927 min