Summary

In this episode of Tree Actions, host Dwayne interviews Robin Adair, who shares his deep connection to trees and nature, rooted in his upbringing in Saskatchewan. Robin recounts his early experiences working on golf courses, his passion for pruning, and how his father's love for trees influenced him. The conversation explores the unique landscape of Saskatchewan, contrasting its prairie environment with the boreal forests of northern Canada. Robin discusses his journey into arboriculture, the challenges of adapting to a changing workforce, and the importance of maintaining a positive work culture in the tree care industry. This conversation explores the evolution of work ethic across generations, the changing landscape of hockey and NCAA policies, and the importance of coaching and leadership in both sports and business. The speakers discuss the necessity of teaching life skills alongside job skills, navigating difficult conversations with employees, and the significance of building strong relationships in the workplace. In this conversation, Robin and Dwayne discuss various themes, including the importance of learning through climbing competitions, their passion for Canadian hockey, the diversity of board members in organizations like Tree Canada, and the significance of community involvement in tree planting initiatives. They also touch on the balance between work and personal life, the necessity of planning and communication in tree care, and the spirit of teamwork and community support.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Robin
02:45 First Connection to Trees
06:01 The Landscape of Saskatchewan's Trees
11:00 The Boreal Forest vs. Prairie Landscape
12:59 Personal Connection to Nature and Fishing
18:02 Journey into the Tree World
23:57 Adapting to Changes in the Workforce
30:59 Work Ethic Across Generations
32:34 The Evolution of Hockey and Its Impact
34:58 NCAA Changes and Their Implications
37:39 Coaching and Leadership in Sports and Business
41:52 Teaching Life Skills Through Work
49:23 Navigating Difficult Conversations
01:02:01 Building Relationships with Employees
01:05:32 Incentives and Learning through Competition
01:07:00 Hockey Passion and Canadian Teams
01:10:19 Diversity in Board Membership and Tree Canada
01:13:21 Tree Planting Initiatives and Community Involvement
01:17:35 Balancing Work and Personal Life
01:21:13 Planning and Communication in Tree Care
01:29:17 The Importance of Community and Team Spirit

• Dylan
• Tobe
• Peter LaRue
• jason dommer
• Andrew Hordyk
• Mark Przekurat
• Michael Tain
• Dwayne Sr.