Blue Collar Business Podcast
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.
Podcasting since 2023 • 82 episodes
Blue Collar Business Podcast
Latest Episodes
Ep. 82 - A Visual Stakeout Rover Changes How Crews Work
This episode was filmed live at Con Expo in Las Vegas! Join us for this special episode with Chuck Harris!A lot of construction tech looks great in a demo and then dies on the jobsite. So we recorded this one live from ConExpo 2026 in th...
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Ep. 81 - Digging Blind: The 811 Truth No One Tells You with Khrysanne Kerr
This episode was filmed live at Con Expo in Las Vegas! Join us for this special episode with Khrysanne Kerr!A locate mark that’s a few feet off can wreck a schedule. A utility strike can change a life. That’s why we sat down with Khrysan...
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Ep. 80 - Contractor to Consultant: How Kory Mitchell Mastered the Exit
Want a blueprint for selling your contracting business without losing your identity or your team? We sit down with Kory Mitchell, founder of Iconic Founders Group and former CEO of a 200M environmental firm, to unpack how blue-collar owners can...
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Ep. 79 - Overbilling is Survival: Managing Construction Cashflow With Ben Justesen
Ready to stop letting software and insurers set your prices? We sit down with restoration veteran and industry advocate Ben Justesen to map out a practical blueprint for blue-collar profit: building your own labor rates, managing WIP with confi...
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Episode 79
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Ep. 78 - California Concrete: Navigating Rules and Regulation With Kyle Harris
A good pour rewards speed and precision, but building a company takes a different mix. We sit down with Kyle Harris, president of Harris Company Concrete Construction, to trace how a young finisher who loved the rush of pour days became a leade...
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