THE DEVIN DYER SHOW: Recent Episodes
THE DEVIN DYER SHOW
The purpose of The Devin Dyer Show is to bring together and share stories of people in the construction industry. Seasoned people who've learned along the way and have plenty of knowledge to share.
We discuss the pros and cons of owning a dump truck and what we think about leasing it out.
Jordan is insane. Three years ago he got his first paying client from cold calling contractors out of the phone book asking if they needed any excavating work done, After hundreds of phone calls he finally landed a his first project. Next, he rented a laser from home depot and a mini ex from a local rental company and went to work.
Farrah is the owner of a land surveying company, full time college student, and most importantly a mom.
After listening to The Devin Dyer Show and Aaron Witt podcasts, Jason Halton decided to jump into the deep end of the wonderful world of dirt. Last year Jason purchased a John Deere skid steer along with a bucket and a mulcher only because it looked interesting. This year he is adding a 135 trackhoe with gps.
Rachel swung by my house late one night around 11 pm on one of her many trips to Colorado to talk about her adventures in trucking and heavy haul. She has had some unbelievable experiences that will make you question why anyone would want to spend time on the road. Rachel is adventurous and fearless and the truck'n life fits her personality like a glove.
Rock n Dirt Excavating was founded in 2017 by Nicholas Coppock when he was 19 years old. He works alongside his father Matt who is vice president of the company and his mom Marty who is vice president of Operations. They are an amazing example of family that works and plays well together. Ps we all know why the business is successful, wink, wink, Marty
Jason shares how to improve cashflow and lower the stress of running a business by billing weekly, how picking the right clients improves his bottom line, how picking clients and employees with the same values improves quality of life.
Donnie shares how 2021 went, how technology has helped him get more accomplished with fewer employees, how his new curb machine has helped him stay on schedule, and what led to his decision to buy a rock crusher for one of his bigger projects.
Steve shares his personal story of the hard truths of being self employed. This episode is packed full of bare truths of running your own business. Steve is very open with sharing the good and the bad. This is a must listen to episode if you are a business owner or considering going out on your own.
Mark shares stories of how he has learned to be an effective leader and communicator based on his years of experience in the Aggregate, Construction and Industrial industries. He has spent the last 10 years focusing on building better leaders in the construction community. And Devin shares why everyone should own a Milwaukee grease gun even though he says Hitachi twice.
Awesome conversation with Bridger about how he started his business. How he financed his first piece of Cat equipment at age 18. How he is learning the hard way about getting money up front from clients for supplies. How he is learning to gain respect from those clients as well as his employees and navigate the pitfalls of being a business owner.
Alex Parker shares his experience of being caught in a trench collapse. He also shares what he has learned in the last three years of being a first time business owner.
Aaron shares how he came to love the dirt world and what he is doing to make the industry the very best it can be.
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Aaron shares his experiences with buying a barge and an excavator to do shoreline restoration on a massive lake in New Hampshire.
Schannon Yodice is a accountant turned entrepreneur, tile setter and real estate inventor living in Houston Texas.
Kristina Mahler and Janeen Oliver share how they are working with the Crew collaboration to encourage the next generation of blue collar workers.
Brian Shares with us how keeping a fresh fleet of equipment attracts exceptional employees and clients and building a successful business.
The importance of contracts, pre liens, and legally setting up your business structure to limit personal risk.
Dervin shares how he built his business from installing sever laterals to a full service excavating and pumping business. @THATTILECHICK
Ben is a second generation excavator and he is preparing for growth this year with the return of his two sisters coming back to help run the company.
From transporting tourist in a rickshaw on the Las Vegas strip to grinding stumps in beautiful Colorado. This is a great story!
E.J. shares how you can be more efficient and accurate by using technology on your machinery.
Dustin shares how WW Clyde uses metrics to evaluate past performances to plan for future success and growth of the company.
We sit down with Rick Lindsey CEO of Prime Insurance to discuss the importance of having the correct coverage and an insurance company who will fight for you the client.
Devin talks with Eric jumper about his jump from digging in the dirt to a new position as a content creator for Build Witt media.
Chatted with Ryan Hall of Hall's Excavation. Talked about some personal challenges Ryan has overcome and running a business with his old man. We also got into a east vs. west debate of is it gravel or stone?
Paul shares how running his business with older equipment helps it stay profitable year after year.
Donnie shares his history working with his dad and grandfather. A short college break, time away from the business to running it full time.
We sit down with Mike Deuel and Brandon Hansen of Shelby custom homes and discuss with them how to build a good relationship that will last for years.
Janeen grew up in the concrete industry and is a senior Ready Mix rep for a large provider in Southern California. She has an amazing story working with her dad in the business from a very young age to be where she is now.
Justin Miller is the owner of Big Sky Land Managment. He is a highly sought after contractor for his expertise in land clearing and lot preparation in the mountains of Montana.
Devin sits down with Bridger Snow of Snow excavation (@snow_excavation) a 19 year old who's ran his own dirt business since age 12.
Wendy shares her knowledge of the importance of lubricants and protecting equipment. She also shares how social medial has help her build her brand and share information.
After spending twenty years in the corporate world Travis shares how knowing your numbers helped hime to start a successful excavating business.
Jared shares the difference between working for a paycheck and having a passion in your work.
Asa shares with us how to find work and what pieces of equipment to purchase and how to go about doing it when you are first starting your business.
Meet Jake Hatch the man behind Black Sheep Skid. Learn what motivates him to push the envelope with his s450 bobcat.
Proving herself as a female in the construction industry meet Kate Reiling project manager at Vertical Earth Construction in Georgia.
Jared shares with us the history of Cleland Site Prep
Business culture and how to make employees inside your company like family.
New babies and the responsibilities of being a father.
How to balance your work load and labor force.
Buying new equipment vs used
God Fearing and being blessed.
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Meet Ryan Goodfellow of Rock Structures. They specialize in excavating / backfilling, sewer / water Utilities, rock retaining, big unusual creative rock is their passion. Devin and Ryan get into the history of Rock Structures and how they got there start. Listen in to get Ryan's perspective on equipment and time managment.