Construction Mentor Podcast

#144 How to become a superintendent in construction, managing jobsites without trade experience

She never planned on construction. Her fourth college major was interior architecture, and her first design job paid a $500 commission on a mansion kitchen. Now Brittany

#143 How to become an electrician, dropping out of college to make more money as a single mother

She dropped out of college, pregnant, with a plan to become an investment banker. Now she's a third-year IBEW electrical apprentice and a single mom supporting her son on

#142 How to become a fire sprinkler pipe fitter, the highest paying job no one talks about

What if one of the highest-paying construction trades didn’t require a college degree? In this episode of the Construction Mentor Podcast, host Ike talks with Blue Collar

#141 How To Become a Pipe Welder In HVAC

Most people think pipe fitting is just plumbing with a bigger wrench. Fitter Bowen proves it's one of the most essential, highest-leverage careers in the entire infrastru

#140 How to start a construction company, going from the rodeo, to school teacher, now entrepreneur

Most people think you need a straight path, a degree, or years of experience to build a real career in construction. John Hart Geary proves the opposite—and shows how the

#139 How to become a successful welder, and overcoming struggles along the way

Think the trades are a backup plan? In this episode of Construction Mentor Podcast, Ike talks with Hunter, a Texas welder whose journey shows how hands-on work can become

#138 How To Become An Electrician, From the Military to Making $200k or more as a lineman

What does it really take to become a lineman, earn six figures, and still make it home for dinner? Anthony Buening breaks down the path from military service to union lin

#137 He Quit College and Found a Six-Figure Blue-Collar Career, waste water management

The blue-collar path can lead to a house, a pension, six figures, and real freedom—if you know how to play the long game. Wes shares how he went from landfill work and ni

#136 Can You Be Successful As A Laborer In Construction? A high paying job, no experience required

Most people think you have to choose between being feminine and being tough enough for the trades. Riley Jones proves that’s false—and she’s turning heads as a fourth-gen

#135 From Jail To A Career In Construction, A High Paying Job, No Degree Required!

One trade, one comeback story, and one brutally honest roadmap for anyone who thinks they are too far behind to build a good life. Bobby Armstrong shares how he went from

#134 How to start a career in the construction trades, as a woman without experience

Starting over at 28, walking into a male-dominated trade, and turning “I don’t know what to do with my life” into a real career - Jesse’s story is proof that the construc

#133 How to find a high paying job after high school, no college degree required!

Most young tradespeople struggle to see beyond their first paycheck... Kyle Coleman, a 21-year-old HVAC technician from Kansas, flips that script. In just three weeks of

#132 Getting an online certification for construction project management, Course Careers testimonial

Most people think it takes a college degree—and a mountain of debt—to launch a successful construction career. But Steven’s journey proves otherwise. From military servic

#131 How to get a contractor license, and what that can do for your career!

Most construction professionals fail to unlock the full potential of their skills because they overlook the power of mindset and sales. Sam Lee’s inspiring story proves t

#130 How To Be A Good Apprentice and Mentor In Construction Trades

Most people think the construction trades are only about hard labor, but Ryan Griffith’s journey shows they can also lead to purpose, leadership, and strong financial gro

#129 How To Buy A Construction Business

Most entrepreneurs and tradespeople underestimate the complexity behind successfully buying and running a small business... until they try and realize it’s a totally diff

#128 How To Become An Electrician, Seeking Redemption After Getting a DUI

Most people believe success in construction is all about experience and skills... until life throws a curveball, and everything changes. Sparky Calderon, a commercial ele

#127 The Real Problem With Construction Influencers On Social Media

Are social media influencers leading young entrepreneurs astray with flashy trucks and fake riches? Discover the brutal truth behind building a real business in construct

#126 A Day In The Life As A Construction Manager, Becoming A Superintendent At 25 Years Old

Most newcomers to construction don’t realize the vast opportunities beyond just the manual trades. Luis Locked in, a 25-year-old construction management pro, shares how h

#125 A Masterclass In General Contracting and Construction Management

Most construction professionals will agree... building in local markets is a minefield of bureaucracy, nuanced regulations, and unexpected delays. Joey Brown, a seasoned