In this episode of the Leadership and Learning Podcast, host Randy Goruk talks with Ryan Hogan, founder and CEO of Talent Harbor about how leaders in construction and building materials can recruit better employees and retain them longer.

Ryan shares the three critical phases of effective hiring.

You’ll also learn:

• Why generic job descriptions fail
• How to build a simple blueprint for every role
• How to write posts that attract the right people and repel the wrong ones
• Low‑cost, high‑impact retention strategies
• A powerful interview question that reveals attitude, ambition, and fit
• Early warning signs of disengagement and quiet quitting
• The critical impact of the first 72 hours and first 90 days of onboarding
• Creative, practical recruiting tactics specific to the building trades and construction

If you’re a leader who’s tired of constant turnover and wants to become a true talent magnet, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can start using this week.

Website: https://talentharbor.com/

Ryan Hogan email: ryan@talentharbor.com

In this episode of the Leadership and Learning Podcast, host Randy Goruk sits down with Robert Kennedy III, founder and CEO of Kennetik Kommunications, to explore how leaders can use storytelling to build trust, create clarity, and drive real change.

Robert shares practical ways leaders can use stories to:

• Make safety meetings and toolbox talks more engaging and memorable
• Strengthen trust with customers and prospects through testimonial-style stories
• Motivate crews, improve retention, and connect daily tasks to a bigger purpose

You’ll learn Robert’s simple EASE framework (Energy – Ask – Story – Explain) for structuring a compelling message and his powerful ‘cheat code.’

You’ll also learn:

• How to safely use personal and team stories.
• Avoid common mistakes with humor and references.
• How to build a personal “story bank” from everyday moments.
• Additional strategies, techniques, and tips to help you be a great storyteller.

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have any good stories” or worried that your presentations put people to sleep, this episode will give you concrete tools to communicate with more impact on the jobsite, in the boardroom, and beyond.

Website: https://robertkennedy3.me/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertkennedy3/

In this episode of the Leadership and Learning Podcast, host Randy Goruk explores a fundamental question faced by leaders: when should you give your team credit for accomplishments, and when (if ever) should you take credit yourself?

Drawing on real coaching conversations and timeless leadership wisdom, Randy emphasizes why team success is never about the individual leader, but about collective achievement.

Listeners will hear actionable tips on supporting and inspiring teams

• · Why humility is a crucial leadership trait that builds trust and respect.
• · Practical ways leaders support their teams.
• · How a leader’s behind-the-scenes work contributes to overall team success.
• · That team achievements are a collective success.
• · Inspiring examples and quotes underscoring the value of humility in leadership.
• · Randy’s personal mantra.
• · Leadership tips on achieving a positive, engaged work environment.