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Blue Collar Business Podcast

Blue Collar Business Podcast

De : Sy Kirby
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Welcome to the Blue Collar Business Podcast with Sy Kirby. Dive deep into the world of hands-on entrepreneurship and the gritty side of making things happen. Join us for actionable tips on scaling your blue-collar business, managing teams, and staying ahead in an ever-evolving market. We'll also discuss the latest industry trends and innovations that could impact your bottom line. If you're passionate about the blue-collar world and eager to learn from those who've thrived in it, this podcast is a must-listen. Stay tuned for engaging conversations and real-world advice that can take your blue-collar business to new heights.



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    • Ep. 73 - Win More Bids, Lose Less Money with Baxter Horton
      Jan 21 2026

      Want to know how general contractors decide which subs to trust with real commercial work? We sit down with Baxter Horton, Director of Pre-Construction at Baldwin Shell, to open the black box of estimating, pre-con, and risk management in a way most folks never get to hear. Baxter’s path from trade partner to GC gives him a rare perspective on what actually wins a bid: clear scope, financial readiness, honest conversations, and a schedule you can defend.

      We talk through the jump from residential to commercial and why cash flow can make or break that first project. Baxter explains how GCs level bids, why detailed proposals on letterhead matter, and what to include in your inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions so a reviewer can select you with confidence. We cover bonding limits, insurance requirements, 30-60-90 terms, and how to build cost codes that let you justify production and protect your margin. If you’ve ever wondered why “we do everything” turns a GC off, this is your blueprint to speak their language.

      You’ll learn practical ways to bring value beyond being low: flagging scope gaps like roof drain tie-ins, aligning civil and plumbing drawings, proposing alternates that cut weeks off the schedule, and documenting the savings in time and general conditions. We dig into communication cadence, how to ask for feedback after a loss, and when to stop investing in contractors who won’t value your detail. Baxter also shares Baldwin Shell’s footprint across Arkansas, the types of projects they build, and why they’re hiring estimators and pre-con managers who think like problem solvers, not price relayers.

      If you’re a subcontractor aiming to get that first commercial win, or a young estimator looking to build a career in preconstruction, this conversation gives you the tactical playbook: know your costs, manage risk on paper before dirt moves, and play the long game with partners who value clarity and trust.

      Subscribe, share with a teammate who bids, and leave a review telling us the one change you’ll make on your next proposal.

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      1 h et 1 min
    • Ep. 72 - Build Better, Share Louder
      Jan 14 2026

      Ever feel like the dirt world is being defined by people who’ve never set foot on a job site? We brought in Aaron Witt to flip that script with a clear, practical playbook for blue-collar storytelling, leadership development, and building a pipeline of talent who actually understands the work. Aaron walks through his journey from pipe crew laborer to scaling BuildWitt into training and events that put people first, then shows why the simplest moves, like posting on LinkedIn daily, beat expensive, complicated marketing plans.

      We unpack how transparent project storytelling can turn public skepticism into support, and why the most effective recruiting content is the human side: the operator who solved a tricky grade, the foreman who coaches new hires, the team that delivered safe work under pressure. The conversation gets personal, too. We talk mental health with honesty, non-negotiable habits that compound (read ten pages, train, write), and the reminder that winning at home is the base for leading at work. If leaders don’t go first, with vulnerability, clarity, and consistency, no marketing agency can fix what’s missing.

      Dirt World Summit comes up as more than an event; it’s a catalyst. The goal isn’t to be the biggest conference. It’s to feed the hungriest 1,250 leaders so they return to their crews with tools, focus, and a fire to raise standards. Expect insights on making projects visible to the public, practical outreach like school visits and job site tours, and a straightforward mandate: own your narrative or someone else will. One habit, one post, one conversation at a time, we can attract the next generation and build companies that are more than projects and paychecks.

      If this resonates, follow, share with a teammate, and leave a review. Your voice helps more builders find the show, and helps the dirt world keep raising the bar.

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      1 h et 5 min
    • Ep. 71 - Why 2025 Humbled Me
      Jan 7 2026

      Want proof that small, consistent moves can change a business and a life? We open the year with a candid reset: what worked in 2025, what flopped, and why culture, systems, and storytelling will drive everything we do in 2026. No buzzwords. Just real lessons from a crew that learned to document the process, own mistakes, and turn that transparency into relationships, opportunities, and a stronger company.

      We walk through the journey from kitchen-table recordings to a growing media flywheel, where YouTube, TikTok, and the podcast help us translate white-collar frameworks into job site language. You’ll hear why one piece of content can spark a career shift, how mindset beats hype, and where we’re doubling down: core values, short-term priorities, and a five-year target that forces better systems. We also share shout-outs to mentors and tools that moved the needle, from WIP reporting to cost controls and construction finance support, because profit follows process and process follows clarity.

      Looking ahead, we preview standout guests who refuse the “that’s how it’s always been” script, and we map Q1 plans for ConExpo, including meetups, booth interviews, and a call to spotlight overlooked products and crews. We’re gearing up for our 100th episode milestone and want your ideas, your questions, and the problems you want solved on air. If you build, sell, or support blue-collar work, this is your space to learn practical strategies, avoid expensive mistakes, and find the confidence to speak up about what really matters.

      Subscribe, share with a friend in the trades, and leave a review with the one system you’ll fix first this year. Your feedback shapes the next conversation, and might be the spark someone else needs to get moving.

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      Follow and stay connected:

      Website: bluecollarbusinesspodcast.com
      YouTube: youtube.com/@BlueCollarBusinessPodcast
      Instagram: @bluecollarbusinesspodcast
      TikTok: @bluecollarbusinesspod
      Facebook: Blue Collar Business Podcast
      LinkedIn: Blue Collar Business Podcast

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      18 min
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