Welcome to the Foraged Contractor Podcast — real talk for builders, tradesmen, and business owners shaping a life that matters as much as the work they do. We’re not just chasing growth; we’re redefining success through purpose, integrity, and the relationships that last longer than any project.

Leadership isn’t about speed; it’s about rhythm. The rhythm you build, the trust you extend, and the systems that keep your business healthy. In this episode, Josh and Kenton unpack what it really looks like to grow from being on the tools to leading people who are.

They talk openly about the struggles that come with building trust, creating structure, and letting go of control while still keeping accountability in place. It’s a candid conversation about the messy parts of growth when your business gets big enough that working harder no longer works. They discuss how easy it is to mistake chaos for momentum, why unclear roles cause good people to drift, and how management isn’t about micromanaging but about stewardship.

Drawing from personal experience, they reflect on how early work habits and blue-collar values can both build and limit a company if leaders don’t evolve with them. For contractors across Canada trying to build something sustainable, not just profitable, this episode offers a grounded look at what mature leadership really requires.

It’s about learning to slow down without losing drive, creating systems that serve people, and finding your own cadence as a leader so your team and your company can find theirs. No fluff. No filters. Just straight talk about what it takes to build a business and a life that actually mean something.

Original theme music composed and performed by - Ben Smith

Produced by - Seth Steward Productions

Co-produced by - Kalen Wookey

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