From Blue-Collar Success to Visionary Leadership: Building Teams and Businesses That Thrive

In this episode, Keaton Turner explores the idea that even less knowledgeable individuals can succeed in business by focusing on customer interactions and problem-solving. He highlights the importance of staying informed, thinking independently, and learning from blue-collar entrepreneurs. Insights include building effective teams, overcoming challenges, and seizing opportunities. Keaton shares lessons from failures, the success of American small businesses, and the significance of visibility and networking. The episode wraps up with thoughts on fostering a positive company culture and guiding decisions through vision and values.

Replacing Your Boss: Balancing Strengths, Trust, and Modernization in Business Leadership

In this episode, Keaton Turner recaps listener messages and recommends the Ed Mylett Show. He discusses reorganizing life for work-life balance, emphasizing meetings and time management. A listener's question on scaling a business leads to insights on adopting technology in established companies and strategies for success. Keaton highlights the importance of leveraging the owner's strengths, their impact on team performance, and empowering teams. The episode concludes with tips on process implementation for peace of mind, modernizing practices, and aligning personal and business visions.

Smashing Benz’s and Cows: Dumb Mistakes, Dumber Purchases, and the Dumbest Drivers

In this episode, Keaton Turner shares a story about a recent car accident and its impact on daily life. He introduces the new Per Diem hotline for listener interaction and discusses impulsive decisions, like buying a cow and a Mercedes. Keaton highlights the importance of learning from mistakes, taking responsibility, and quickly reconciling errors in both personal and business relationships. The episode features a sponsor segment with a funny "Dirty Stripper" story and ends with closing remarks, encouraging listener engagement.

The Art of Estimating: Building Relationships and Tailoring Proposals | S2E19

In this episode, Keaton Turner begins with a recap of his weekend, setting the stage for discussions on mastermind courses and the critical evaluation of business coaches. He delves into the intricacies of business estimating, highlighting the importance of nurturing relationships and using effective estimating tools. The conversation shifts to the role of financial advisors and developing bidding strategies, followed by insights on communicating pricing with customers and tailoring proposals to their needs. Keaton wraps up with reflections on the overarching importance of relationships in business, emphasizing how they influence success and decision-making.

Navigating Family, Work, and Tornados | S2E18

In this episode, Keaton Turner welcomes listeners and shares insights on the aftermath of a tornado. He discusses the importance of teaching kids about hard work and the pitfalls of nepotism, emphasizing preparing them for life without handouts. A listener's voicemail prompts a discussion on these themes. Shelby joins Keaton to talk about managing difficult work shifts and the challenges of balancing work and family life. She offers her perspective on work-life balance and shares advice for newlyweds, focusing on the long-term investment of time. The episode concludes with closing remarks and contact information.

Death Valley Perspective: Even When It’s Bad.. Life is Good | S2E17

In this episode, Keaton Turner reflects on life and provides family updates, discussing personal challenges and welcoming listeners back to the Per Diem Podcast. He engages in meaningful interactions with listeners, addressing mental health topics and the importance of routines and date nights. Keaton shares strategies for facing life's challenges, coping with stress, and celebrating small victories while emphasizing the cultivation of a positive mindset. He explores overcoming adversity with optimism, fostering a strong marital connection, and the role of mental health in relationships. The episode wraps up with insights on earning happiness, maintaining perspective, choosing happiness, and using social media for positivity.

Marketing is Dead: Realness, Transparency, and Storytelling in Modern Media | S2E16

In this episode, Keaton Turner reflects on attending an Indy event with his son and shares admiration for Collars and Co shirts. He acknowledges listener feedback and expresses gratitude for DK Pond Builder. The episode features insights from Brian Funk's video and marketing advice from Dawn Ketchel, highlighting the importance of understanding target audiences and steering clear of spammy tactics. Keaton discusses the significance of transparency and authenticity in marketing, noting a trend towards genuine content. He addresses the fear of starting content creation, emphasizing storytelling and personal branding's power. The episode concludes with a recap, encouragement to build a brand, and closing thoughts with a call to action.

My Inner Circle: Legit Professionals & Delberts | S2E15

In this episode, Keaton Turner shares feedback on his personal fulfillment dashboard and insights from office dynamics and a recent site visit. He discusses balancing coaching baseball with business challenges, the impact of commodity prices on the economy, and the critical role of mining. Keaton highlights leadership essentials, networking, and preserving company culture. He explores relatability, team building, and hiring for cultural fit. Anecdotes include dodging a parking ticket and pursuing excellence. He wraps up with lessons on innovation, cohesion from golf, and ensuring value congruence with peers and partners.

Building Leadership and Goals with the Personal Fulfillment Dashboard | S2E14

In this episode, Keaton Turner kicks off with a family update before expressing gratitude for the feedback on his personal development dashboard. He highlights the importance of action, sharing insights from a leadership course. Keaton provides an overview of his personal fulfillment dashboard, emphasizing the need for consistency and measurable goals using the OGSM methodology. The discussion covers vision, values, and strategies for goal application, with a focus on leadership team involvement and employee retention. Keaton also touches on effective time management and productivity tools, addresses a language issue, gives a shoutout to Michael Botts, and ends with a request for reviews and thoughts on dealing with haters.

Facing Enemies: Lawsuits, Haters, and Negative PR | S2E13

In this episode, Keaton Turner delves into the challenges faced by Turner Mining Group, including legal and public relations issues. He reflects on the significance of driving the F-550 truck and the impact of hiring women on company culture. Keaton discusses strategies for handling online hate, vandalism, and the importance of transparency in business. The episode covers a quarry swimming incident, media coverage, and managing personal reputation. Keaton shares insights on addressing negative PR, miscommunication, and internal company issues, along with managing social media comments and employee reviews. The episode concludes with personal reflections, listener engagement, and closing encouragement.

Mother’s Day Revelation: If Momma Ain’t Happy… | S2E12

In this episode, Keaton Turner reflects on the significance of a mother's happiness, sharing insights and personal experiences related to Mother's Day. He discusses the crucial role men play in supporting their wives and reducing anxiety, delving into the impact of social media on Mother's Day celebrations. Keaton offers suggestions for meaningful actions that can bring joy to a spouse, emphasizing the importance of balancing work and family life to enhance partner happiness. The episode wraps up with closing thoughts and encourages listener engagement through a call to action.

Balancing Family, Partnerships, and Business Relationships | S2E11

In this episode, Keaton Turner welcomes listeners with a glimpse into his daily life, focusing on family dynamics and a text from Jeffrey Turner. He discusses the critical process of choosing business and life partners, exploring perspectives on family loans and the nuances of business partnerships. Emphasizing the importance of relationships, Keaton delves into the role partners play in business growth and accountability. The discussion covers trust, feedback, and communication, offering strategies for managing team friction and balancing family and work dynamics. The episode concludes with listener engagement, personal development insights, and Wade Gaines sharing his experiences.

Cashflow Woes, Growing Pains, and The Dirt Crew with @bluecollarandy | S2E10

In this episode, Keaton Turner shares insights on industry collaboration, social media's impact on business, and lessons from past mistakes. He discusses the balance of luck and skill, highlights prioritizing people in business, and attracting top talent while maintaining company culture. Keaton explores surprises in expansion, leadership responsibilities, and the importance of authenticity in marketing. The discussion contrasts authenticity with consistency and explores competing with industry giants. He also provides advice on managing finances, acquiring projects, and understanding contracts, concluding with reflections and encouragement for online engagement.

Scaling a Business: Crushing It or Getting Crushed | S2E9

In this episode, Keaton Turner kicks off with feedback from Jared Kuepfer, followed by the launch of the Per Diem hotline. He shares insights into his packed schedule and the Dirt Crew, emphasizing the importance of community memberships and self-investment. A shoutout to Luke Eller and the Turner Mining live podcast precedes a deep dive into business growth challenges and expansion strategies. Keaton discusses aligning values with customers, the pitfalls of rapid growth, and the complexities of profitable scaling. He navigates topics like managing cash flow, geographic expansion, and leadership communication, wrapping up with reflections on scaling's challenges and benefits, encouraging listener engagement. USE THIS CODE TO SIGN UP FOR THE DIRT CREW: https://www.skool.com/bluecollarbuilders/about?ref=3f525c8c1456484898723df767a0b048

Trust, Feedback, and Team Dynamics: Navigating Relationships in Business and Beyond | S2E8

In this episode, Keaton Turner opens with thoughts on combining podcast challenges with listener interactions. He delves into hiring practices and their implications for business, sharing personal anecdotes alongside a guest appearance. The discussion highlights the crucial role of feedback in both business and personal growth, exploring team dynamics through the lens of the Enneagram test. Keaton emphasizes the importance of trust building and feedback in various relationships. He wraps up with closing thoughts, encouraging listener input to foster a more interactive dialogue.

From Scarcity to Strategy: Business Insights, Focus, and Growth Lessons | S2E7

In this episode, Keaton Turner addresses a guest no-show, leading to engaging listener interactions. He reflects on the Carmoose project, introduces video podcasting, and announces the Per Diem hotline. Keaton discusses the importance of focus, saying no, and transitioning effectively in business. He explores customer targeting and refining service strategies, comparing the benefits of being a specialist versus a generalist. Keaton emphasizes periodic strategic reviews and shares personal insights on applying business principles, concluding with thoughts on intentionality in both business and life.

Navigating Pride, Mentorship, and the Challenges of Starting a Business | S2E6

In this episode, Keaton Turner delves into the pitfalls of pride, initiating a conversation with a new business owner about the challenges of remote communication. Reflecting on personal pride, he emphasizes the importance of embracing new opportunities. The discussion navigates the risks and critical decisions involved in starting a business, highlighting the deceptive comfort of revenue and the necessity for detail-oriented strategies. Keaton underscores the role of credit and the value of seeking advice, stressing the power of mentorship and the importance of building an advisory team. He wraps up with thoughts on seeking advice and moving forward.

Business Gunslinger, Strategic Scaling, and a Generational Epidemic | S2E5

In this episode, Keaton Turner delves into the significance of project startup and planning, sharing insights from his journey in project management. He reflects on Josh Wisenant's preconstruction advice and discusses scaling a business through strategic planning, highlighting Garrett Excavating's contributions to project success. Keaton offers budgeting tips and emphasizes meticulous planning, intertwined with personal anecdotes and life lessons. The conversation shifts to mental health observations among college students and the impact of social media on self-worth. Keaton explores the contrast between materialism and true happiness, concluding with thoughts on engaging with listeners.

Communication Killers, Spicy Wifey, and 3-Foot Putts | S2E4

Keaton Turner opens this episode with a recap of yesterday's events, sharing his frustration. He addresses recent business adjustments, emphasizing equipment purchases and the need for flexibility. Keaton humorously recounts mishaps at the golf course and reflects on his family's evening routine. The conversation shifts to resolving communication issues in both personal and business settings, offering insights into marriage and customer relationships. Strategies for handling conflicts and understanding communication breakdowns are explored, highlighting the importance of listening. Keaton concludes with a call for listener feedback and support.

Devil Whispers, Winning the Mental Battle, and a GOOD DAY | S2E3

In this episode, Keaton Turner reflects on a morning mishap, leading into a discussion on relaxed Fridays and mulching season. He shares listener feedback on overcoming negative thoughts and explores strategies for combatting negativity, emphasizing the benefits of Christian music. Keaton recounts his experience at a Forrest Frank concert, highlighting the transformative power of uplifting music and discussing various Christian artists. The episode underscores the subconscious impact of positive music and the importance of avoiding negative media. Keaton wraps up with daily motivation to maintain a positive mindset.