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Construction Mentor Podcast#088 Why Can't Anyone Find New Employees In The Trades? If They Do, Why Can't They Keep Them?In this episode we dive deep into the pressing issue facing the construction industry today: the difficulty contractors encounter in finding skilled labor. As the demand for skilled tradespeople continues to rise, many contractors are struggling to fill positions, leading to project delays and increased costs. We explore the root causes of this talent shortage and discuss innovative solutions that can help bridge the gap.But it’s not all doom and gloom! We also highlight the incredible opportunities that a career in construction can offer. From electricians to carpenters, every job in the trades can serve as...2025-05-0736 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#087 Top 3 Trades In Construction, My Recommendation To Start A Well Paying Career Without A Degree!In this episode we dive into the world of construction trades and explore lucrative career paths that don’t require a college degree. If you're looking for a rewarding career that offers both financial stability and the opportunity to work with your hands, this episode is for you!Join us as we break down the top three trades in construction that are not only in high demand but also come with impressive earning potential. We’ll discuss the skills needed, the typical career progression, and the best ways to get started in each trade. From electricians to plum...2025-04-2937 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#086 Get Hired In Construction Management, No Degree Required! 40 Hour Online CertificationYou do not need a college degree to start a career in construction management. In this episode we interview one of the first students to complete the 40 hour Construction Project Management certification course on CourseCareers.com (available at the link in my bio). He shares his struggle finding a job before the course, how many interviews and job offers he received after taking the course, and how he has been able to start his new career. Check out this episode and share with those who need it!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything...2025-04-2222 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#085 Happy Wife Happy Blue Collar Life, Keys To A Successful Marriage In The Construction IndustryThis week’s episode offers a fresh perspective! While Chelsea isn’t part of the construction industry, her husband is, and she’s gained significant popularity on social media for sharing her experiences as a blue-collar wife. In this episode, Chelsea opens up about her pride in her husband’s profession, navigating his unpredictable work hours, coping with the challenges of jobsite life, managing stress, and supporting his aspirations. She also discusses how she balances her own dreams while challenging societal narratives about women today.2025-04-091h 03Construction Mentor Podcast#084 A Message For Gen-Z, Advice For A Successful Life In ConstructionIn this episode we address the work ethic and social aspects of generation Z. Why millennials, gen-Xers, and boomers do not understand Gen-Z, and vice versa. Most importantly why this creates an opportunity for Gen-Z to easily find success. Listen and share!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manager or construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction jobs that pay well. Especially construction jobs that pay well without experience...2025-04-0222 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#083 Is The GC Trying To Screw You? How To Deal With A Difficult SuperintendentAll subcontractors feel like the general contractor, specifically the superintendent are out to screw them. Sometimes it feels like the site super is playing a zero-sum game. Sometimes it feels like they are setting you up to fail. Sometimes it seems like they are trying to use your own information against you and hang you with it. Other times it feels like they are just stupid! Let's discuss!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career...2025-03-1931 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#082 What Project Types Are Best For Your Career?People always ask me, what types of companies should I try to work for? What types of projects are best for my career? How do I make the most money? Listen to this episode and let's discuss the difference between core and shell construction versus T.I. construction (tenant improvement). What do those terms mean? Do they pay differently? Is one type of construction a better career path than the other? Does one type of construction pay a better salary? Does either type of construction look better on the resume? Is either better during a recession? In...2025-03-1219 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#081 Going From Homeless & Sleeping In A Cici's Parking Lot, To 7-Figure Entrepreneur In This Trade!In this episode we sit down with Sedrick Seta Tuimoala, a construction entrepreneur with a WILD story. He shares his story; migrating to America to find out that he is not qualified to be in the military, sleeping in the parking lot of a pizza pace, losing money on his first project and becoming a 7-figure construction entrepreneur. He also shares whether or not he thinks that America is the greatest country on earth...and more! This was an inspiring one! Listen share and subscribe!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is...2025-03-0438 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#080 Breaking Barriers In Construction Without A Degree, Climbing The Ladder In Project ManagementIt does not matter who you are, what you are, or where you come from... the sky is the limit in the construction industry. If you ever needed to hear a story prove it to you, then this episode is for you! In this episode we sit down with Renae Sams , founder of Build-her.org A non-profit that focuses on supporting young woman in construction and trades by encouraging self-discovery, self-development, and sharing their unique stories, as well as connecting them with stories of similar women in the industry. You will want...2025-02-1844 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#079 Genius Sales Strategy For Kitchen Remodeling, A Hiring Strategy Everyone Wishes Used, & #75HardIn this episode we sit down with Steve Ardi, owner and operator of Rock Valley Cabinetry. Steve use to work on Wall Street but today he owns a Kitchen Remodeling Company. Steve shares how he made that transition, how he made it through the shutdowns of 2020, a hiring strategy that EVERYONE wishes they could use, and a unique sales model that enables him to bring his business to the customers. He also shares his journey with 75 Hard, why he did it, and what he got from it. If you are an aspiring construction entrepreneur, this one is...2025-02-1146 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#078 Do College Degrees Matter In Construction? How About Race Or Gender? Find Out What Matters MostThis is an AMAZING episode. We sit down with Gloria Fuentes Co-Owner of GloJoy Co, a design-build Construction Management firm based in NYC but who operates in several locations on the east coast. Gloria shares her story, what it was like growing up outside of the US while her father worked in the oil industry, what life is like for people in other countries, and her WILD ride through several professions and states before she found herself owning a construction company!You will want to listen to all of this one! Make sure you like and share!2025-02-041h 12Construction Mentor Podcast#077 Will A.I. Replace Humans In Construction Jobs? & Is America The Greatest Country On Earth?In this episode we sit down with Johnny Maghzal from Togal AI. Johnny is an expert in A.I. in construction. He shares the product we is working on and how that is meant to enhance the human experience in construction. He also shares what is was like growing up in the Middle East, migrating to America, whether or not he thinks that America is the greatest country on earth...and more! This was a fun one! Listen share and subscribe!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction...2025-01-291h 09Construction Mentor Podcast#076 Bare Knuckle Fighting & Owning A Construction Business After Abusive Upbringing and AddictionIn this episode we sit down with PatrickBrady, bare knuckle fighter and construction business owner. Listen to this episodeto find out how that combination came about! He walks us through his childhood,growing up in a abusive home, leaving college to make more money in the trades,battling sobriety, finding discipline while fighting professionally, andbecoming a successful construction entrepreneur! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs.Whether it b...2025-01-211h 23Construction Mentor Podcast#075 From Couch Surfing To Making 100K Plus In The Trades, Alayna Joy's Inspirational Turnaround!In this episode we sit down with Alayna Joy. Alayna shares an inspirational story that took her from rock bottom to making over 100k per year in the trades. She discusses how she got on the wrong path in life, her battle with addiction, finding an opportunity to turn her life around in trade school (as the only woman in class), ultimately leading to a successful career in the trades. That was not the only major change she made in her life. She also shares her incredible transformation where she lost over 80 pounds! This is a great episode and...2025-01-1447 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#074 You Do Not Have To Be Fat And Out Of Shape In Construction Jobs, Prioritizing Health & Fitness!In this episode we sit down with Justin Startari, better known by his social media handle _bluecollarfitness_ . Justin shares his unique story that lead him into the construction industry, why he dropped out of college to pursue a career in the trades, how he prioritizes his health and fitness while working in a physical job, and more! Listen, learn, and share!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manager or construction entrepreneur, OR if you...2025-01-0741 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#073 From Digging Holes To Owning 4 Construction Businesses, A Limitless Career In ConstructionIn this episode we sit down with Cody Hansen owner and operator of several construction businesses, including civil construction companies and a construction media company. Cody shares his story taking us through his start in construction, his service in the military, working in the union, then leaving his high paying job to take a leap of faith by moving his family to another state where he became a construction entrepreneur.What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as...2024-12-3154 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#072 Homeschooled, Married At 20 Years Old, Now Construction Entrepreneur, and Not Missing Out!In this episode we sit down with Shawn Martin, a 20 year old entrepreneur in construction. Shawn did not have the "traditional" upbringing we have come to know in the U.S. but Shawn does not feel like he is missing out. Shawn shares his story, what it was like being homeschooled, being raised on the jobsite, getting married at 18 years old, building a home for his family, and his future in construction. This is a healthy perspective, and something we can all learn from! Listen, like, and share!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?2024-12-2439 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#071 Teaching Trades In Prison, Entrepreneurship, Safety Director, A Few Jonte's Construction Jobs!In this episode we sit down with Jonte Hawkins, a guy who has done it all in construction. Jonte takes us through his story, starting in Baltimore, getting an education in the trades, starting his own business, teaching in Federal prison, becoming a licensed builder all over the US, and being a safety director for a national general contractor. He really has done it all! Check out this episode to learn about a variety of career paths available to you!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know about...2024-12-1746 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#070 Does This Trade Lift More Than You? Power Lifting & Making 100K After Taxes In This Trade!In this episode we sit down with "Joshua Savage Maw" aka "jmawnster" on IG. He shares his story coming up from a turbulent childhood, how that forged him into the man he is today, how he found himself in his trade, and why power lifting is important to him as a leader in the industry. Not many people think of this trade when they think about a career in construction, but they should! Listen to this episode to learn about what you can make in this trade and what Joshua has planned for his future. What is...2024-12-101h 12Construction Mentor Podcast#069 Serving A Greater Purpose With A Construction Business While Raising A Family With 7 Children!In this episode we sit down with MelvinMartin the owner and operator of Martin Family Craftsmen. Martin shares hisstory growing up in Mennonite culture (similar to Amish), and what it was likeleaving that culture while growing his thriving carpentry business. Martin alsoshares what it is like to balance business with raising a family of 7 children,who happen to be homeschooled. In fact, Martin incorporates the family businessinto their education. Most importantly Martin shares the definition of his “purpose”,how he serv...2024-12-0358 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#068 Building Foundations, Mental Health In Construction with The Wealthy Iron WorkerFor the first time we have a guest join the podcast for a second episode. After our last episode, the Wealthy Iron Worker and I started discussing a recent tragedy in his life, and how important it is to address the mental health crisis in construction. Whether you've lost a loved one, experienced depression, struggled substance abuse, or faced financial crisis, this episode is for you. Even if you have not experienced those things... we all go through difficult times, sooner or later, and when you do, you must have a solid foundation to stand on to withstand the...2024-11-2752 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#067 Is It Easier To Fool A Man, Or Convince Him He's Been Fooled? Make 100K In This Trade No DegreeIn This episode we sit down with "The Wealthy Iron Worker". Rusty shares his success story in the iron working trade, where he see's opportunity in the industry, why the industry is in dire need of mentors, and his take on the impending population collapse in the construction industry.What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manageror construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction jobs...2024-11-191h 02Construction Mentor Podcast#066 The Worst Advice For High School Students and 10 Skills To Develop To Guarantee Success!In this episode I share terrible advice I hear parents give their children. It happens to be the same advice I received when I was in High School. As an alternative, we cover 10 valuable skills that you can begin to develop while you are still in High School (or any stage in life).What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manageror construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction...2024-11-1337 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#065 Stealing Your Job? Can A Robot Or A.I. Replace The Blue Collar Worker in Construction Jobs?Will A.I. or Robots steal jobs from hard working professionals in construction? The answer is "not anytime soon"! Listen to this episode for the main reasons why, where technology is actually helping humans improve their work experience, and what A.I. experts actually see for the future of construction!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manageror construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction jobs that2024-10-3039 min
Skilled AF PodcastEp 4: Guiding the Next Gen Toward High-Paying Careers: A Conversation with “The Construction Mentor”From sweeping shop floors to now leading a business unit at one of the top 5 ENR General Contractor companies in the world, 34-year-old Ryan “Ike” Eisenhaurer, also known as Coach Ike, has quickly risen through the ranks of the construction industry—channeling serious Drake “started from the bottom, now we’re here” energy. Outside of his role as a construction executive, Ike is a father of two and the founder of ConstructionMentor.org, a platform dedicated to raising awareness about opportunities in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. Through his podcast, social media channels, courses, and coaching, Ike is passionat...2024-10-2453 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#064 Population Collapse In Construction Make BIG Money, Unleash Potential w/ Unlimited Career PathsHow real is population collapse and what does that mean for you? In this episode we talk about the reality of population collapse and how that effects the job market. With a decreasing supply and increasing demand, HUGE salary increases are projected for the foreseeable future. Make sure you are aware, your children are aware, and make sure you educated yourself on ways to take advantage of this opportunity to build wealth for the rest of your life!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know...2024-10-1510 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#063 Hurricane Recovery In Asheville & Starting At The Bottom, w No Education Then Rising To The TopIn this episode we sit down with AaronMoore. Aaron is a project manager for MBA Construction and is currently workingon a new development in Asheville North Carolina. Asheville is the epicenter ofdestruction after Hurricane Helene. Aaron gives us an update… what it was likein the days leading up to the hurricane, what has happened since, and whatrecovery will be like. Aaron also shares his story. Aaron trulystarted at the bottom without experience and without education. When he sta...2024-10-0853 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#062 Hurricane Preparedness, 7 Ways Make Your Jobsite Ready To Survive The Storm!In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, and with two more hurricanes on their way in the Gulf Of Mexico we sit down to discuss 7 ways to make your jobsite ready to survive a hurricane... and really any storm or disaster. Two years ago I had to learn these things on the fly as hurricane Ian approached us in Florida. Don't learn things the hard way! Listen, share, and take action!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a...2024-10-0131 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#061 - 7 Unanswered Prayers That Lead To A Successful Career In Construction7 Unanswered Prayers that lead to mysuccess in construction. In this episode I give a glimpse into my story.Particularly how 7 unanswered prayers wound up playing in my favor in the longrun. If you feel like you have an unfairstart in life, or like things aren’t going your way, or like you’ve failed andruined your future… not of those things are true! I bet you or someone you knowcan relate to this episode.The best part… I am NOT d...2024-09-2457 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#060 7 Ways You Can Tell If A Contractor Is Lying To You!In this episode we talk about contractors who lie. It can be difficult for a young person, or new person, in construction management to tell when contractors and subcontractors aren't telling the truth, or need to be challenged. It is important to know how to identify this situation and to know what to do about it! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manageror construction entrepreneur, OR if you are...2024-09-1834 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#059 Why Is The Suicide Rate So High In Construction? The Real Reasons, Suicide Prevention WeekThis week is suicide prevention week inthe construction industry. Did you know that you are 5.5 times more likely todie from suicide as a person in construction than on the jobsite? Did you alsoknow that you are 4 times more likely to die from suicide than the general population?Don’t worry, it is not something you can “catch” and it is not the reason youthink! Inthis episode we talk about the mental health crisis in construction, where itcomes from, a...2024-09-1049 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#058 Don't Be Fat & Out Of Shape In Construction, How To Be Healthy In The Skilled Trades!The modern avatar for a construction worker is fat, and out of shape. We picture a large man with a flannel shirt and his butt crack hanging out of his pants. It does not have to be that way! In this episode we bring in the The "Benchin Bricky" to talk about how he stays in shape as a mason in the UK, how he became a mason, and how much you can make in that trade on the other side of the pond! Check it out!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast...2024-09-0357 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#057 The DUMBEST Reason To Go To College, Parents & Students... A Message For You!Before you decide what college you would like attend and before you decide what career you would like to pursue, you must evaluate the cost of the education vs the salary this will enable you to make. What does a college tuition cost? What will the student loan cost you each month for 30 years until it is paid off? How does the student loan interest rate effect that? What will your monthly budget look like after graduation? Is college the best option, or is a trade a better option?What is the...2024-08-2716 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#056 #1 Way To Increase Profit Margins In Construction! The Importance of PreconstructionWhat is “Precon” and why is it soimportant. Precon, or preconstruction, is the single most impactful influenceon the outcome of a project, both in the schedule and the bottom line. Meet AndyLeek, Head Of Product at ConCntric. Andy shares his career path, throughcollege and into the Design world, then to the contracting world, and how allof his experience lead him to working for a software company. More importantlywe talk about the importance of Precon and how ConCntric can help yourco...2024-08-2057 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#055 Market Update For Construction Jobs, Which States Are Hot? Do You Need A Degree To Become A PM?Time for a job report! In this episodewe bring in George Arnold, a recruiter in the construction industry. Georgeshares insights about the construction jobs market across North America and theUnited Kingdom! We cover what states are hot for construction jobs, and whichare not, how many apprenticeships are available across the country, how do youbecome a project manager or project superintendent, and how much do they make?This episode is all about statistics and what they mean for the future of...2024-08-1343 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#054 Increasing Profit Margins, & Streamline Material Purchasing On Projects With This Software!In this episode we sit down with Eric Helitzer, Founder of SubBase. Eric shares his story which started in concrete subcontracting. There he recognized a giant need in the construction industry which inspired him found a tech start-up called SubBase. SubBase is a platform that is streamlining the MOST CIRITCAL aspect of construction, the procurement process (obtaining approval for, purchasing, and delivering materials to a job site). We cover the importance of streamlining procurement, the return on on investment, and why every contractor should be leveraging this technology!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This...2024-08-0650 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#053 Does Your Small Construction Business NEED A.I.? Gain Efficiency Lower Risk For $20 Per Month!We sit down with Luke Hansen, CEO of CompanyCam. Luke shares his story growing up in the residential roofing world and how he got an idea to revolutionize the construction industry, especially for small contractors. Luke developed an app to help coordinate and document construction projects in a way that is practically hands free. With Over 200,000 users one thing is clear... all over the world contractors found supreme value for only $20 per month! If you are a small contractor and have been wondering how you can use affordable technology to create more efficiency for your business while...2024-07-3033 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#052 Overcoming A 15 Year Battle With Addiction, Making100k In This Trade Without Formal Education!In this episode we sit down with BobbyArmstrong AKA @blue_collar_code. Bobby is an HVAC technician in the PhoenixArizona area with a WILD life story. Bobby shares his life experiences, growingup without an education, moving to several different cities where he gained hisexperience in the HVAC trades, overcoming a 15 year battle with addiction, goingin and out of jail…. All to find success in sobriety for the last 10 years.Despite all he’s been through he has found success in the construction indu...2024-07-2358 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#051 Keys To Success For Women In Male Dominated Industries, Critical Skills EVERY Person Needs!This episode is for the men too! We sit down with Anna Tompkins and Tiffany Hutcheson, two women in the metal industry and active members of the Association of Women In The Metal Industries. We discuss a variety of topics including what niche they found careers in (metal fabrication & scrap metal buying), keys to success that EVERYONE can learn from, how women have their own unique challenges, overcoming those challenges, balancing Motherhood and an ambitious career, and more! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is...2024-07-1658 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#050 How To Make 100K Working Just 6 Days A Month, Start A Business With This Construction Job!In this episode we sit down with Robert Lujan, Owner and Operator of Lujan Elite Concrete in Southern California. We discuss how he got into the trade, how he started his company 4 years ago, how he has managed to make over 120k per year while only working 6 days per month, how much money immigrants are actually making in this trade, and how he balances life while being an active father of 5 children!This is a great episode for those looking to start their own business, but still want freedom, work life balance, and a limitless future when...2024-07-091h 03Construction Mentor Podcast#049 Two High Impact Tips To Create Successful Project Schedules In Construction Jobs75% of construction projects blow the schedule. Why is that? Because 99% of people do NOT do these simple things! Whether I am working with someone who has been in the industry for 30 years or 30 days, I see the same mistake over and over again... it should not be that way! Incorporate these simple tips into your management strategy and prosper!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manageror...2024-07-0222 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#048 Does a Non-union Plumber Make More Than You? Overcoming Losing Your Parents To Make Millions!In this episode we sit down with MarcMason to talk about is upbringing and how he has risen to own several 7 figurebusinesses. Marc walks us through his personal life growing up; being raised byhis grandparents, trauma he experienced at a young age, his experience at avocational high school, getting his plumbing license and the obstacles heovercame on his way to a lucrative business career. Marc is part owner of RCLMechanical, a plumbing contractor in Massachusetts. Marc has also successfully...2024-06-2442 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#047 - 8 Best College Degrees For The Construction Careers That Pay Well!A lot of people think that advocating for the construction industry means that you are anti-education. That could not be further from the truth! A lot of people do not realize that there are plenty of opportunities to work in the construction industry, in clean clothes and in an office... in a job that pays well!Listen to this episode to find out which college majors pertain to the construction industry, what they make, and how they compare to other majors!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything...2024-06-1153 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#046 5 Reasons Why Subcontractors HATE General ContractorsListen to find out why oh why subcontractors hate general contractors! This is a quick one!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manageror construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction jobs thatpay well. Especially construction jobs that pay well without experience or jobsthat pay well.Working in construction sounds dirty, it sounds backbreaking, but most people...2024-06-0435 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#045 Overcoming Child Abuse, Homelessness To Make Millions In Construction Jobs As A Demolition Man!Al Miller has one of my favorite life stories ever shared on this podcast. If they made a movie about his life, it would be a box office hit immediately. Al shares what his life was like when he was abandoned by his parents at 13 years old and thrown into an abusive institution that he could not escape until he was 18. He finally left to become homeless at 18 years old with no one to rely on. He defied the odds, now today owning and operating a demolition company that generates $20,000,000 in revenue per year!2024-05-2855 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#044 Triumph Over The Haters! Never Let Others Doubt Stop You From Making Millions In Construction!In this episode we welcome Will Betances, Owner and Founder of“Energize Us”, and electrical contractor in the New York & Connecticut area.Will shares his story of humble beginnings, growing up in Queens NY, and how hebuilt his multi-million-dollar electrical contracting business without acollege degree. Most intriguing, he shares his answer to the skilled laborshortage. He has built an educational platform known as “Energize Us EDU” whichspreads awareness of the opportunities in the skilled trades, as well as provideopportun...2024-05-211h 05Construction Mentor Podcast#043 How To Start Your Construction Career In Highschool, Earning, Saving, & Invest For Retirement!On this episode we speak with Brent McCartney from CT Tech,a technical high school in Connecticut. Brent shares a VERY UNIQUE opportunity thatyoung people in the area should take advantage of. Even if you do not live inthis area, you should be on the look out for a school like this near you!A LOT of people message me asking how to start their careerin construction. Highschool students specifically ask me how to get theircareer started at a young age without work...2024-05-1442 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#042 Shocking Divorce, Suicidal Thoughts, Switching to A Construction Career, Failing & Succeeding!On this episode we sit down with Nick Stevens, AKA “BigDaddy Decks”. Nick is in sales for a deck builder in the North Carolina area.Nick is also a business and sales coach for aspiring deck builders who are seekingto start their own company OR enhance their existing business. The BEST part of this episode is Nick’s entrance into theconstruction industry. A LOT of people message me about making a career change,entering construction in their 30’s, 40’s, or even 50’s…. Nick is the living...2024-05-0756 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#041 Dream & Grow Rich, How To Create The Future Of Your Dreams Through A Career In Construction!Best selling author Ken Rusk, author of “Blue Collar Cash” joins the podcast. This episode is like “Think & Grow Rich” but for the Blue Collar world! We discuss Ken’s humble upbringings, what is was like growing up with a physical disfigurement (on his face), how he built his 200+ person company, taking on debt to start a business, how to evaluate the right education and career path, college vs apprenticeships, buying an existing business, how to manifest the future of your dreams, and how he pushed forward continuing success despite cancer striking his family. This episode could be a game c...2024-04-301h 17Construction Mentor Podcast#040 Saving Thousands Of Man-hours On Construction Jobs With These Revolutionary Tools! Reekon ToolsOn this episode we sit down with Christian Reed, CEO and Co-founderof Reekon Tools. Christian and his company have done the unthinkable, they haverevolutionized on of the most elemental tools in the construction industry.They have taken something as simple as a tape measure and applied advancedtechnology and a new aged approach to it. These tools are guaranteed to save youTHOUSANDS of manhours on the job by creating efficiencies minute by minute inthe field and reducing the risk of human error. All...2024-04-231h 02Construction Mentor Podcast#039 Effects Of Racism Across Generations, Not Being A Victim, Finding Success In Construction Jobs!This episode introduces you to the "white collar" world of construction with my former colleague Sam Gray. Sam is an Assistant Project Manager for a 9-figure General Contractor in Southwest Florida, working on a range of projects that includes; hotels, multi-family high rises, hospitals, country clubs, etc.Sam embodies everything that an executive in construction wants to see in young talent. To be honest, Sam embodies many qualities that I want my own son to embody one day. Sam IS hard work, discipline and heart... combined with confidence, humility, and a HUNGER to learn. He demands to...2024-04-161h 01Construction Mentor Podcast#038 Overcoming Homelessness at 15 Years Old & Building a 7-Figure Construction Company as a Woman!Regardless of your gender I guarantee you will have something valuable to take away from this episode! We cover everything from being homeless as a teenager, to starting your own business at a young age, management techniques (and fails), women in construction, minorities in construction, the truth about the gender pay gap, work life balance, being a Mother and CEO… Don’t miss it! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manager or construction entrepreneur, OR i...2024-04-0945 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#037 Overcoming PTSD As a Veteran, Alcoholism, Obesity, & Losing Everything To Find Success In SalesIn this episode we sit down with Scot Sheffield. Scot has found massive success in an area oif construction that few people consider when they think of pursuing careers in construction.Scot got his introduction to the construction industry while he was in the United States Marines. After the Marines he faced a life time of struggle including PTSD, depression, alcoholism, obesity, severe injury, losing everything in a hurricane, and more. FORTUNATELY Scot was able to overcome that. Scot shares the recipe for success and as he says, "building the business man, before the business...2024-04-0241 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#036 No One Knows About This High Paying Construction Job, Make 150k Plus! With Less Liability!In this Episode we sit down with Matt Graves AKA the Construction Yeti! Matt is has a construction job that the average person does not know exists, but one tat many people in the industry seek to be in. Matt is an Owner's Representative. Listen to this episode to find out what this position means, how much and owner's rep makes, how to become an owners rep , how some people make millions as an owners rep.... and most importantly how he makes the BEST construction memes in the game!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?...2024-03-2644 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#035 Young Woman DOMINATES Construction Industry, The Truth About Entrepreneurship In Construction!In this episode we sit down with Hannah Vogel, owner and founder of Vogel Roofing. Find out how Hannah built a $4,000,000 per year business before she was 30 years old, why she chose construction over a career as a lawyer when NO ONE BELIEVED IN HER, her business partner passing away just as they found success, thriving after the destruction of hurricane Ian, and how she plans to use her success to serve a greater purpose!You will want to keep an eye on Hannah, she could be the next Codie Sanchez!What is the Construction...2024-03-191h 06Construction Mentor Podcast#034 Build A Legacy For Your Family! Make 100K In Idaho, $200,000 In California, No Degree Required!In this episode we sit down with Cody owner of his own electrical contracting company and owner of Blue Collar Bones clothing company. Listen to this episode to find out why he coined the mantra "Skip College, Pick A Trade".Cody give us insight to the empire he is working to build and the legacy he wants to build for his family. Cody shares his story, how he got into the trades, differences between commercial construction as an electrician in various markets, and why he chose to start his own electrical business as...2024-03-1249 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#033 Hawaii Disaster Recovery & The Ongoing Crisis In Construction Jobs? Make 200k In This Trade!Disaster found the historical town of Lahaina, Hawaii in August of 2023. The recovery effort will be much longer than you may think. Not many realize that Hawaii was already in crisis prior to the disastrously fires. In this episode we get an update on the recovery efforts, how a man started his own construction business by himself, with a truck, and grew it to a 65 person company with a 90% employee retention rate. Find out how he invested in his employees to make this possible. Also find out what a tradesman in Hawaii makes and why...2024-02-2732 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#032 Overcoming Learning Disabilities & ADD, Owning A Successful Construction Business, No Degree Required!In this episode we have Working With Matt, he is a career landscaper turned do it all contractor. When I say do it all I mean do it all, go check out his content! He has managed to build quite the business without a college degree AS WELL as generate a huge following BUT he is NOT an influencer, hes just a cool guys who posts things he likes….and then people may or may not buy them. We walk through how he built his business starting his business in HIGH SCHOOL where he made more than his teachers, wh...2024-02-2050 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#031 How Do You Become An Architect? Unveiling Truth About Starting Your Own Construction Business!In this episode we sit down with Vinnie Lemma, Owner of Trinity Designs LLC and Ammel Construction in Long Island New York. Vinnie walks us through the structure of his multigenerational construction business, why he decided to get a degree in Architecture, what that has meant for his career and business, how much money aspiring architects can expect to make, what design-build construction means, and more!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manager or...2024-02-1339 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#030 Earn More Money Than College Grads AS A HELPER In This Trade, No Job Experience, Then make 200K Plus!Imagine being able to get a job without any experience, and make more than a college grad. Then, after your apprenticeship, making 200K plus? You can do that in this trade!Listen to episode 30 with Austin from @bluecollaredu to find out what being a linesman entails, how much they make, and how to pursue a career as a linesman aka a high voltage electrician!What is the Construction Mentor Podcast?This podcast covers everything there is to know aboutconstruction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction...2024-02-0641 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#029 Revealing The Highest Paying Trade, $144k w No Degree, Overcoming Addiction & Rising In Your Career!In this episode we speak to @BlueCollarBobby , local 550 Sprinkler Fitter in Boston MA. Bobby shares his journey to becoming a sprinkler fitter and how that has allowed him to make well over 144k per year (before benefits) without a college degree. Bobby shares his personal triumph over alcoholism, how he conducted himself like the Tasmanian devil in his 20s, and how hes become a better husband, father, and leader of a household in his 30's.Check out this episode to find out more about sprinkler fitters, what they do, what they make, and how to become one!...2024-01-301h 06Construction Mentor Podcast#028 3 Ways To Make Your Construction Project FAILLet's talk about how people screw up their construction projects. Not the top 3 ways, but these are 3 common mistakes that people make on their projects.Do NOT let this happen to you! Prioritize your client's success, even if that means taking the less comfortable road. Most importantly, do not become a "YES person". Learn to manage chaos and moments of crisis by educating your project teams AND how you can set up your team to avoid these situations in the first place.Key Words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Sale2024-01-2335 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#027 Award Winning Carpenter Finds Riches In The Niches, Overcame Addiction Found Success in Trades!In this episode we speak to Kevin Choquette, owner and operator of Ravin Builders in Rhode Island. Kevin found riches in the niches, despite having the ability to build a house entirely from the ground up, Kevin decided to focus on building decks. Find out why he has found great success in this niche, how he has been able to separate himself from the competition, increase profit margins, and alleviate his bandwidth with his UNIQUE business model. Kevin's success as a business owner is not the most inspirational part of his story. Kevin is a high school...2024-01-161h 25Construction Mentor Podcast#026 Making Money Hand Over Fist In Construction, Gifts in SobrietyIn this episode we sit down with Garrett Davis, famously known as "The Life of Bub" on Instagram. Currently he is the part owner of Advanced Home Contracting down in South West Florida. Previously he ran his own carpentry and construction business in Maine.Garrett takes us through his roller coaster of a life story. How he knew that school was not for him, his entrance into the trades, how he started his own business, and his triumph over his severe drug addiction. His addiction was so bad that he actually overdosed twice, and he...2024-01-091h 18Construction Mentor Podcast#025 Unleash your Potential Through NCCER, Gain an Education That Pays! with Jennifer WilkersonThe best education is an education that PAYS. That makes NCCER the best kind of education out there! In this episode we speak to Jennifer Wilkerson, Vice President of Innovation & Advancement for NCCER.NCCER is the National Center For Construction Education and Research, which is an organization that provides education for construction related fields. Opportunities for education include; trade training, online curriculums & trade tasks, knowledge tests & performance tests, and certifications that are transferable from region to region. They even serve as a conduit to apprenticeships! These opportunities are for ANYONE. Whether...2024-01-0228 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#024 How To Pursue a Career as an Electrician, Where? When? What Salary? with Bob TerryListen to Episode 24 of the Construction Mentor Podcast to find out how the Independent Electrical Contractors can help you enter the construction industry by developing your skills as an electrician. This is one of the highest paying niches in the trades and my #2 recommendation for anyone considering this as a career path.The national average is $65,000 per year before overtime. In larger markets like New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, etc. electricians are making over $50 per hour before overtime. That is $100,000 per year, before benefits.In smaller markets with much lower c...2023-12-2729 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#023 Risking A Multi-million Dollar Tile Business For Sobriety, with Adam MillsAdam Mills is the Owner of Mills Tile, a high end tile setting company in the Lake Tahoe area. In this episode Adam shares his inspiring story that took him from a "ski bum" to the owner of a multi-million dollar tile company. The road to success was not easy, Adam shares his traumatic experience being stabbed 6 times, including being stabbed in the throat, and his triumph over alcoholism. A battle that almost cost him his business, but not in the way you think. Adam put his company and life's work ask risk to accomplish sobriety for...2023-12-2052 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#022 Becoming Wealthy Without A College Degree, Pipe Welding & HVAC Jobs That Pay WellIn this episode we sit down with Ronnie “Fitter” Bowen. A local 803 pipe fitter, and construction social media creator / influencer from Orlando, Florida. Fitter Bowen clarifies the difference between plumbers and pipe fitters, walks us through career opportunities and salaries as a union pipe fitter in Florida, how he started in the business, how much money he is making compared to his friends who went to college, how to become a stand out apprentice on a job site, and much more!Make sure you follow Fitter Bowen on IG… he definitely makes pipe welding look sexy! 2023-12-1138 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#021 Escaping Domestic Violence to Find Freedom Through a Career in Construction , with Lia LamelaIn this episode I interview Lia Lamela. She is not just a woman in construction, she is actually in the trades and loves her growing career as an electrician! She also happens to a podcast which is in the top 1% of all podcasts globally. (check out the "Sparky Life" Podcast).Lia has an inspiring story that everyone can learn from and that everyone should share, it could actually save someone's life. Lia is a survivor of domestic violence. When she separated herself from that situation, she lost everything. She only had her car, her pets...2023-12-0444 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#020 The Construction Industry's Silent Mental Health Crisis: What's Really HappeningWe have a mental health crisis in America. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the we lose 14 out of every 100,000 people to suicide which is 132 people per day. Men are 4X more likely to succumb to suicide than women. White men account for 70% of all suicide deaths. The suicide rate for construction professionals is 3.5X higher than the general population. According to the Center of Protection for Workers Rights…Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fa...2023-11-2749 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#019 Building Skyscrapers With Wood Instead of Steel & ConcreteIn episode 10 we covered AI and the effect on the future of construction. In that episode we discussed the impact of 3D printing and whether or not that would be eliminating jobs for construction workers. The truth is that concrete has become a commodity. Every year the prices rise as it becomes less and less available. So much so that there is a concrete mafia! As governments and jurisdictions crack down on the extraction of sand from water ways to make concrete, how will we continue to build? The answer is with wood. There is...2023-11-0647 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#018 - How To Find Your First Job In ConstructionAre you trying to find a job in construction? Are you nervous? Do you know where to start? Do you feel like you need experience but can't find a way to get any?It is ok, we are here to help! In this episode we walk through things you need to know in order to get that first job in construction! Including; how to find a job opportunity, how to dress for the interview, and what to say. Believe it or not, you do not need any construction experience or any construction related education to...2023-10-1624 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#017 - College Football, Who Are The Real Winners?The football teams are a tiny fraction of the student population at any school ad students take a tremendous amount of pride in their success on the field. The big programs always win year in and year out. But who really wins? Which student body will feel better about their education and their salary after graduation? Which student body really wins in these matchups?Let's dive in!Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Constructionsounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction...2023-10-1311 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#016 - 6 Ways To Manage Expectations, THE Most Important Skill For SuccessManaging client expectations is the single most important part of developing a successful relationship with your client. Managing expectations can also be the most important aspect of succeeding as a leader. Whether it is your client or the teams you are producing with, managing expectations has the most influence on those people wanting to engage in business opportunities with you again. Make them want to see you again! In this episode we cover 6 ways to manage expectations, for clients, subcontractors, coworkers, trades, design teams, subordinates, and the list goes.Key words...Construction Jobs...2023-10-0934 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#015 - College Football, Who's The Better Bet? #12 Oklahoma vs. #3 Texas & #1 Georgia vs. #20 KentuckyA lot of colleges have BIG football programs, but the football teams are only a small group of people at the University. What about the students? Who Really wins? Which school is the better INVESTMENT for their future?#collegefootball #collegegameday #roi #construction #investing #education #mentalhealth #mentor #uga #kentucky #texas #hornsup #hornsdown #oklahoma #boomersooner #studentloans #studentdebt #tuition #career #wealthKey words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Constructionsounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Constructionjobs interview, construction jobs that...2023-10-0711 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#014 Autism In Construction, Exceeding Expectations With His Own Carpentry Business w/ Tom MullaneyWe sit down with the owner and operator of Black Label Carpentry, Tommie Mullaney. Tommie shares his inspirational story which includes struggles he has with autism, struggles with his parents, dropping out of high school in the 10th grade, and his success as an entrepreneur. His successful carpentry business has brought him freedom as well as a healthy salary of over $200,000 annually!Someone you know needs to hear this episode....please subscribe and share!Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Construction2023-10-021h 00Construction Mentor Podcast#013 - # 1 Way To Rise Faster In Your Career, Get Caught Doing This...Reality is not reality. Perception is reality. When it comesto your career you must always keep this in mind. In other words, people will create a perception of you, andit may not be justified or fair in your eyes. They may create a perceptionabout someone else that may not be justified or fair either. Have you ever noticed people play favorites with people whodon’t deserve it? Maybe it is your parents with your sibling, or maybe it is asports co...2023-09-1819 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#012 Make Millions Flipping Houses, & Starting a Plumbing Business w/ NO COLLEGE DEGREE; Marc MasonIn this episode we sit down with Marc Mason to talk about is upbringing and how he has risen to own several 7 figure businesses. Marc walks us through his personal life growing up; being raised by his grandparents, trauma he experienced at a young age, his experience at a vocational high school, getting his plumbing license and the obstacles he overcame on his way to a lucrative business career.Marc is part owner of RCL Mechanical, a plumbing contractor in Massachusetts. Marc has also successfully flipped well over 100 houses and currently has 50 plus new developments...2023-09-1148 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#011 - 7 Reasons Why 75% Of Projects Are Behind ScheduleAccording to several construction management publications and technology companies, 75% of construction projects finish behind schedule or late.Why is that? What are the common mistakes made when creating a project schedule? What are the common mistakes during construction that cause us to be late or fall behind?Here are 7 reasons why we cannot maintain a project schedule on 75% of projects. These 7 focal points are all within the contractor's control! If you are a property owner, client representative, or Architect, you should be aware of these as well!Key words...Construction Jobs...2023-09-0228 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#010 - Is A.I. & 3D Printing Taking Blue Collar Jobs?Will artificial intelligence and 3D printing replace humans? It is a very valid question! Through out our first 9 episodes we have received thousands of comments and messages regarding A.I.Some people feel as though this is the answer to the labor gap. Others feel as though they will replace humans entirely, making construction a poor choice for a career. Neither of these appear to be accurate!Whether you tare thinking about a career in construction or you are already in construction, the implementation of A.I. is something to get excited about!...2023-09-0241 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#004 - The COLLEGE INVESTMENT, Student Loan & Tuition Vs. Starting SalariesBefore you decide what college you would like attend and before you decide what career you would like to pursue, you must evaluate the cost of the education vs the salary this will enable you to make. What does a college tuition cost? What will the student loan cost you each month for 30 years until it is paid off? How does the student loan interest rate effect that? What will your monthly budget look like after graduation? Is college the best option, or is a trade a better option?Key words...Construction Jobs...2023-09-0232 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#001 - 3 Reasons Why Mentorship Programs FAILThe #1 thing you must do to rise in your career is to find a mentor! Maybe even several mentors!But... why is it so difficult to find a mentor?Why do major corporations spend millions of dollars trying to develop a mentor program only to see people fail or leave the company at the same rate? Most importantly...why is it so important for you?Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Constructionsounds, Construction truck, Construction...2023-08-3119 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#003 - ONLY 17% of Americans Make A $100k Salary, Why Is That?$100,000 is NOT a lot of money. Yet only 17% of the US population is above that salary benchmark.The bar is SO LOW for you to obtain a lifestyle that 83% of Americans will never hit. One problem is that people aren’t even looking at the construction or engineering industries as an option!If you show up, and you care, you will hit that benchmark...and then some!Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Constructionsounds, Construction truck, Construction ac...2023-08-3114 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#009 - 2 Types Of Construction, What Are They & What Are The Career Opportunities?What is the difference between core and shell construction versus T.I. construction (tenant improvement). What do those terms mean? Do they pay differently? Is one type of construction a better career path than the other? Does one type of construction pay a better salary? Does either type of construction look better on the resume? Is either better during a recession? In this episode we cover it all. Like most things in life there are plusses and minuses to both!Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails...2023-08-3120 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#008 - 4 Ways To Create Value For Your Career Through RFI'sSubmittals are the most important document in construction. But RFI's are the lifeblood of construction.What is an RFI? An RFI is a "Request For Information". Essentially, a formal way of asking a question.There can be so much power in the art of asking questions. Asking questions can help you influence people, influence their perspective of you, which helps you sell, helps you manage, and most importantly help you create VALUE FOR OTHERS.However, you cannot ask questions frivolously or haphazardly. If you do then you could create a negative perception! You...2023-08-3117 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#007 Abandoned By Parents, Institutionalized, Abused, Then Homeless, NOW Making $20,000,000 a year!In this episode we interview Al Miller, Owner of Wildcat Renovation LLC. He shares his story from the beginning. Included in his story: What it was like as a boy in Iowa, being institutionalized as a young teenager in an abusive facility, being homeless at 18 years old with no one to rely on, and now today owning and operating a demolition company that generates $20,000,000 in revenue per year!If anyone was ever given an opportunity to play the victim, it is Al. But he never did! By developing a strong mindset, strong skillset and willingness to do...2023-08-3155 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#006 - 4 Ways To Enhance Your Career Through Submittals!Submittals are the single most important project document on a construction project. They also happen to be the project documents that everyone strives…not to do!The truth is this, submittals are tedious, monotonous, boring, and honestly do not take an incredible amount of experience to do. That is why this is the MAIN TASK for entry level positions in the architecture, engineering, and construction fields. In the general contracting or subcontracting world, your employer will want this to be one of your main job functions for the first 5-10 years of your career....2023-08-3117 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#005 - 3 Reasons Why Going To College For The Social Aspect Is a BAD IdeaIt is funny, more and more people today are questioning the validity of college as a necessity. We all know the reasons why, let’s not go over them here. Yet many parents still want their children to go to college. Not because of the merit or return on the investment, but because “well I still want them to go for the social aspect”.We have ALL heard that one, right? What does that mean? To “find yourself”? To learn how to be an adult?To learn how to soc...2023-08-3117 minConstruction Mentor Podcast#002 - Population Collapse Is a REAL OPPORTUNITY In ConstructionThere is no doubt that the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry is facing a population collapse. What does that mean for you?With an increasing demand, and a decreasing supply... there is an unprecedented opportunity to create your own wealth!Key words...Construction Jobs, Construction Manager, Construction Saletraining, Construction Fails, Construction Simulator, Construction vehicles, Constructionsounds, Construction truck, Construction accidents, Construction sites, Constructionjobs interview, construction jobs that pay well, construction jobs with noexperience, Jobs that pay well without...2023-08-3111 min
Hot Springs Village Inside OutCelebrating Our 2nd Birthday!Today's show is filled with some not-so-closely-held surprises. Among them:
The sale of our home in Texas, where we've lived for 25 years
The move into an apartment nearby our old house
Tracking the price of new houses inside Hot Springs Village so I could have an idea of what it might cost us to build a house on our HSV lot
That tracking led to a new house which caught my eye - and attention
I finally showed the online listing of this house to my wife - something I had not done for months
We made an offer on...2023-06-0250 min
Cheine On56: Ike Eisenhauer on Making Big Money in the TradesIke and Chris dive into the world of contracting & the value of learning a trade like plumbing or HVAC.
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