
Welcome to the Blue Shirt Leadership Podcast. I interview blue-collar business owners who are building their leadership house. On this podcast as they share their insights into their lives and businesses. These 30-45 minute conversations are packed with fun stories, helpful insights, and more. I ask every guest to share one insight (or more, of course!) with my listeners that, when applied over time, the listener will experience massive change for their future! Tune in every Tuesday to learn powerful communication, leadership, and business insights. If you’re not careful, you might just become a SAGE Leader!
Episodes

Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
My guest today is Jen Hope. She is an executive coach and business coach. She works with great companies that have mindful leaders. Jen helps her clients with marketing, strategy, and planning among other things. She's originally from the midwest but now lives in the Seattle area and is loving the PNW LIFE.
In this episode, Jen and I discuss the importance of being authentic on social media. Answering the question: Should I promote myself or my business? Along with sticking with your ideas to watch them play out and building systems to make it happen.
You can find Jen at https://heyjenhope.com/
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Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
Interview: Marc Snyderman - Trust, Adaptability, and Finding Your Why
Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
Tuesday Jul 07, 2020
Welcome to a new episode of the SAGE mindset podcast, in today’s episode my guest is a 23 year veteran of practicing law. His insights into contracting, technology, risk management, team building, and more have been invaluable to his many business clients.
I’d like to introduce you to Marc Snyderman. In today’s episode, Marc and I touch on a few topics but get ready to get some great insights on adaptability, focusing on your Why, and the importance of building trust with your team.
For a little more background, Marc received his Bachelor’s degree cum laude in Political Science and Policy and Management Studies from Dickinson College and his Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers University School of Law. He has been admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey since 1997.
You can connect with Marc by visiting http://www.snydermanlawgroup.com/

Tuesday May 05, 2020
Interview: Hayden LeMaster - Networking Master
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Hayden LeMaster is the owner of LeMaster Graphics and an amazing networker. On this episode, Hayden gives us great and practical tips on how to network in a way that gets results without being pushy and salesy.
Hayden has been doing graphic design and web design since he was 17 years old and has an impressive resume of people he's worked with. Join Hayden and me as we dive into the importance and power of networking and what it can do for you as a leader or small business owner.

Thursday Feb 20, 2020
And What Else? This Simple Question Can Change Your Business And Life
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
To find a single question that can change your life and business is a pretty lofty ambition but in the book, "The Coaching Habit" Michael Stainer may have done just that. In this episode, we look at this question and it's many uses/iterations to help you discover options, perspective, insights, and to just get out of the way.
This simple three-word question can reshape a business when you use it correctly. This question can open up possibilities and opportunities you didn't know existed.
Let me show you how to use it so you can experience the power of this question starting now!
Music on this episode
We Feel by tubebackr https://soundcloud.com/tubebackr

Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Live Show Recording: Communication Secrets For Great Conversations Over The Holidays
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
With Thanksgiving being tomorrow, I'm sure most of us will enjoy some food and football! But with Thanksgiving comes people dynamics that can be difficult to manage at times.
In this show, I share some insights on how to best praise, encourage, and show gratitude to each of the 4 DISC Styles. So you can have a great holiday weekend.
You will get some great tips on how to better interact with THAT uncle, cousin, sibling, parent, etc. On this episode, you will learn:
- The SAGE Rule a twist on the Golden Rule
- The two powerful questions you can ask to identify anyone's style
- How to turn that advice you want to give into a question that creates better communication
- How each of the DISC styles likes to be communicated with including their wants, needs, and blind spots
Happy Holidays!