Red Pill vs. Blue Pill: Avoiding the Lessons or Searching for a Peaceful Chapter
Per Diem Podcast
Jump in the front seat as the host Keaton Turner takes you on a daily ride through his life as if you were sitting right there in the action with him. The Per Diem Podcast is a daily dialogue of the good, the bad, and the ugly of building a business.
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Red Pill vs. Blue Pill: Avoiding the Lessons or Searching for a Peaceful Chapter

S2 E85 • Aug 9, 2025 • 43 mins

Keaton Turner kicks off the episode with a warm welcome and dives into sales and marketing strategies, giving a nod to his dedicated team. He discusses the strategic use of short-term contracts and recognizes standout employees in logistics and coordination. A light-hearted coffee break segues into golf plans and a weekly competition. Keaton addresses a listener's dilemma involving a challenging coworker, weighing the merits of leaving versus learning from tough situations. He reflects on the value of difficult experiences and mindset shifts, offering insights on when to confront challenges and when to step back. The episode concludes with lessons from bad bosses, a call for reviews, and some humor.

Key Points

  • Celebrating small business wins can energize you and your team, even when facing daily challenges.
  • Balancing the thrill of winning new contracts with the grind of executing them is essential for long-term success in the mining business.
  • Navigating difficult coworker relationships can either be a growth opportunity or a sign it's time to move on for your own mental health.
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