In this episode, Philip Sessions sits down with Logan Ingram, a husband of 20 years, father of three, and entrepreneur with experience across psychiatric healthcare, manufacturing, and real estate. Logan shares the framework that has shaped his life: chasing "Kingdom" over "Empire," prioritizing eternal, legacy-driven stewardship over climbing the ladder for money's sake.

The conversation covers:

• Why money is a tool, not the root of evil, and what changes when faith and family outrank it
• How Logan and his wife navigate financial risk-taking as a team, even with different risk tolerances
• The moment Logan realized he was the common denominator in his own struggles, and what he did about it
• Escapism, isolation, and why so many men quietly check out of leading their families
• The idea of "being it until you become it," and pursuing the man God made you capable of being
• Practical steps for young husbands: stop trying to change your spouse, focus on becoming the leader your home needs
• Why isolation is one of the enemy's most effective tools against men, and how to fight it with real community

If you're a husband, father, or business owner trying to build something that outlasts you, this one will challenge how you think about success.

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Most construction business owners are building homes while their business quietly steals their family, their time, and their peace. Brent Esham shares the hard reset that changed how he leads his company, his marriage, and his future.Philip Sessions sits down with Brent Esham, owner of Esham Builders, for a candid conversation about what really happens when you take over a family construction business, raise a blended family, and try to build something bigger than a paycheck. Brent opens up about stepping into residential construction in 2018, taking full ownership in 2022, and the real-life pressure of growing a business while staying grounded as a husband, father of four, and Christian.You’ll discover:

• Why Brent’s definition of success shifted from “providing for my family” to “honoring God through the way I lead”
• How he built a business culture where prayer, shared values, and a clear mission shape the day-to-day
• The communication boundaries that protect his marriage, including a hard stop at the end of the workday and Sundays reserved for church and family
• How he empowers his team to make decisions without him so the business does not depend on his constant input

We also break down the tension every owner feels between being available and being effective, why being “busy” is not the same as doing the right work, and how to stop carrying every decision on your own shoulders. Brent’s approach is a practical reminder that strong businesses are built on clarity, trust, and the discipline to focus on what actually matters.If you’re a contractor, trades business owner, or married entrepreneur trying to lead well without losing your home life in the process, this episode will hit close to home. Brent’s perspective is especially valuable if you’re wrestling with delegation, family balance, or how to live out your values in a very public, very practical business.Essential listening if you want to build a better business without becoming the bottleneck in your own life.

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Most contractors are trying to bolt AI onto broken systems and wondering why nothing works. Philip Sessions and Nick Peret break down why the real advantage comes from building a solid foundation first - then using AI, SOPs, and automation to make great teams faster, more profitable, and a whole lot less stressed.

Philip Sessions, host of Unfiltered Sessions, brings the contractor perspective and the real-world pain points that owners feel every day - estimates that take too long, teams that need structure, and the constant pull between business growth and family life. Nick Peret, founder of Better Boss, brings the AI and systems lens, showing why process mapping, cost codes, estimate templates, and repeatable workflows have to come before any "AI-first" dream.

You'll discover why so many software implementations fail, why contractors waste hours chasing shiny tools before fixing their operations, and how to turn a one-off winning workflow into a reusable skill inside your business. Nick also shares the mindset shift that helped him go from grinding nonstop to building a company that can support his wife, his son, and a more flexible life.

We break down the power of niching down, why being the best at one thing makes hiring, onboarding, and marketing dramatically easier, and how delegation actually creates more freedom instead of more chaos. They also get real about entrepreneurship at home - the pressure, the sacrifice, the seasons of burnout, and the importance of staying even-keeled so your energy doesn't drain the whole team.

If you're a contractor, a business owner, or anyone trying to build a company that doesn't consume your entire life, this conversation is a reminder that growth isn't about doing everything. It's about doing the right things in the right order - and getting better at them until you become the obvious choice.

Perfect for contractors, founders, and operators who want sharper systems, smarter AI use, and more time back with their families.

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