Career Strategies

Why the Best Leaders Don’t Climb Straight Ladders: How Karen Alter Built Success Through Detours

As companies push to decarbonize, modernize infrastructure, and bring new technologies to market, the leaders who stand out aren’t always the ones who followed a straight career path. Increasingly, it’s the people with the zigzags—the folks who’ve worked across different industries, adapted to new environments, and learned to make decisions under pressure—who bring the…

Targeted HVAC Training Boosts Careers, Retention, and Service Quality

The HVAC industry is evolving quickly, from advanced controls to new refrigerant standards, yet one principle remains timeless: skilled technicians are the backbone of the trade. What is changing is how companies are preparing those technicians for long-term careers through focused HVAC training. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the…

Hiring for Values, Investing in Mentorship, and Leveraging Tech Boosts Retention and Workforce Stability in the HVAC Industry

Strategic hiring practices and structured mentorship programs help mechanical contractors combat labor shortages while building sustainable teams

Ironman Mindset for Success with Kathryn O’Day | Ep. 24 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

A venture capitalist reveals how conquering ultraendurance races shapes her approach to ambitious business goals and personal growth

Entrepreneurial Balance in the Music Business with Christian Hale | Ep. 20 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

Creative entrepreneurs in music discover how blending passion with profession can either fuel growth or fuel burnout

Transform Construction Careers with Grit and Creative Campaigns to Close the Gap

A severe workforce shortage is forcing the construction industry to rethink how it attracts and retains talent for the next generation

Harmonizing Ambition and Parenthood with Tonni Bennett | Ep. 11 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

A sales leader reveals how intentional choices enable career growth without sacrificing meaningful time with family

A Skilled Trades Career Provides a Future-Proof Path

Younger workers are increasingly turning away from four-year degrees to pursue careers that guarantee stable income and immediate job prospects

How to Bridge the Gap in HVAC Careers Through Education and Inclusion: Insights from Nicole Bass

A veteran industry leader shares how practical education and inclusive recruitment strategies are helping fill the skilled trades worker shortage

Personal Fulfillment with Margaret Weniger | Ep. 9 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

Workers are increasingly prioritizing fulfillment alongside advancement, reshaping what they demand from their careers