Blue-Collar BS Podcast

👷♂️ Hybrid Work or Full Office Return: What Works in Construction and Design? Thomas Wasmoen, CEO of Firmground Architects and a licensed architect in 16 states, joins us on Episode 131 of Blue-Collar BS to discuss the real-world challenges of balancing collaboration and focus in today’s work environments. He’s dropping knowledge on what it means to create raving fans while fostering a thriving team culture. 🚨 This one’s packed with insights for leaders in architecture, construction, and beyond! 🎙️ Catch the full episode 👇👇 PS: If you missed our past episodes, there’s a library of blue-collar gold waiting for you—don’t miss out! #Leadership #WorkplaceInnovation #ConstructionIndustry #Podcast #BlueCollarBS

🎧 Get Ready! Blue-Collar BS Episode 132 Drops Soon! 🎧 🚨 We’re tackling BIG questions this time: How do you make employees feel truly heard? Why does tactical empathy matter in leadership? What’s the REAL cost of dismissing innovative ideas from your team? If you’ve ever thought, “OK, Boomer,” or “Whatever, Millennial,” this episode will challenge your thinking and help bridge those workplace divides. 💡 Follow, Subscribe & Share! 🔗 #LeadershipLessons #GenerationalWorkplace #TacticalEmpathy #BlueCollarBS #WorkplaceWisdom #OKBoomer #BlueCollarCulture 👂 What’s your take on listening in the workplace? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️

🎄✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞-𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐒! ✨🎄 As we celebrate this joyous season, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, partners, and the blue-collar community that inspires us every day. This year, we’ve witnessed your resilience, grit, and dedication to building a brighter future for your families and businesses. At Vision Forward, we’re honored to stand beside you as you pursue your goals, and at Blue-Collar BS, we’re proud to amplify the voices that keep America running strong. 💪🎙️ May your holiday season be filled with laughter, love, and the warmth of those who matter most. Here’s to a prosperous 2025 and continuing to create impact together! 🎁🎄 #MerryChristmas #BlueCollarStrong #VisionForward #FamilyFirst #SeasonOfGratitude #BlueCollarBS

🎅 🎄 It’s Christmas Eve, and we’ve got a special holiday treat for you! Episode 131 of Blue Collar BS is live, and trust us, it’s a good one. This week, we sat down with Tom Wasmoen, a licensed architect with 39 years in the industry, to talk about why 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲. From collaborating across generations to keeping the work fresh in a legacy industry, Tom shares lessons that hit home for anyone navigating today’s workplace. Perfect for listening while wrapping gifts or kicking back with a holiday brew 🍺. Don’t miss this episode—it might just inspire your next big idea heading into 2025! 🎧✨ Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your favorite BS crew! 🎄🎅 #BlueCollarStrong #PodcastSeason #Episode131 #HolidayHustle #ArchitectureAndInnovation #GenerationsAtWork

🎄 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞: 𝐀 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 🎁 For blue-collar workers and family businesses, Christmas Eve holds a special meaning. It’s more than a holiday—it’s a reminder of the values we carry all year long: hard work, loyalty, and the connections that keep us grounded. This night is about more than finishing up the last job of the year or balancing the books. It’s about pausing to reflect on the gratitude we have for those who work beside us and the families who support us. It's about giving back to those who make our work and lives meaningful and gathering with those who remind us why we do what we do. To all the business owners, employees, and families behind the scenes, remember this: Your effort and dedication don’t just build businesses—they build legacies. Tonight, let’s celebrate the moments that matter most. 💡 What’s one tradition that makes your Christmas Eve special? Please share it in the comments below. Let’s inspire each other with the magic of this season! #BlueCollarStrong #FamilyBusiness #GratitudeAndGathering #ChristmasEveTraditions #LegacyBuilders

🏗️ Collaboration That Builds Legacies! 🏆 Episode 131 of the Blue-Collar BS Podcast features Tom Wasmoen, managing principal at Firmground Architects, sharing how his decades of experience shape a new standard for teamwork in construction and design. From navigating multigenerational teams to delivering excellence—Tom gets real about what it takes to win hearts and minds. 🛠️ Tune in to learn: How collaboration creates real value The formula for turning customers into fans Leadership lessons for EVERY industry Don’t miss out on these insights! Listen now 🎧 [Link in comments 👇] #BlueCollarBS #Leadership #Architecture #ConstructionManagement #Podcast

💥 Saturday Shoutout 💥 Cooper Wage is one of the bankers I met early in my entrepreneurship journey. Our shared values of doing the right thing for the client have been a bond that has allowed our relationship to grow. Thank you, Cooper, for being a person I can count on to support the needs of the customer! If you have not met Cooper, reach out!

🚀 Episode 131 is live! What if your company culture could inspire loyalty, collaboration, and innovation across generations? This week, we sit down with Thomas Wasmoen, founder of Firm Ground Architects, to hear how he’s doing just that. 🔑 Highlights: ✅ Creating a mentorship-driven workplace ✅ From startup story to multi-generational success ✅ Tackling the myth: “We Can’t Find Good People” Thomas’s story reminds us that strong foundations—both literal and cultural—are the keys to sustainable growth. 🎧 Listen and learn: [Link 👇] Let us know in the comments: How is your company bridging generational gaps? #Leadership #Podcast #BlueCollarBS #GenerationalWorkforce #Mentorship #CultureOfExcellence

🚧 Strength in Community: Rebuilding After Disaster 🚧 In Episode 130 of the Blue-Collar BS Podcast, we explore the incredible efforts of rebuilding the Carolinas after devastation struck. It's a testament to how blue-collar professionals, local leaders, and everyday heroes come together to make a difference. 🌟 Check out this compelling episode to see how resilience and innovation are shaping the future! 🔗 Missed out on earlier episodes? Follow the link in the comments to catch up on all things Blue-Collar BS! #LeadershipInAction #CommunityResilience #BlueCollarPride #PodcastInsights

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 💡 Tired of hearing "We can't find good people"? 🎙 Are you ready for some REAL talk? 💬 Episode 131: "Genius (IYKYK)" with Tom Wasmoen drops this week! ✅ Why Gen Z ain't your problem. ✅ Secrets to better workplace culture. ✅ Finding talent in unlikely places. 🗓 Mark your calendar: 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝐭𝐡 @ 𝟓:𝟑𝟕 𝐀𝐌 𝐂𝐒𝐓. 📲 Get caught up now on our library of BS-busting episodes; link 👇 #LeadershipTips #BlueCollarWisdom #Mentorship #PodcastTeaser #CantFindGoodPeople #ListenNow