The Freedom of Being a Journeyman Lineman: Prioritizing Family and Personal Goals

In this episode of The Show Up Dad podcast, host David Mendonca interviews guest Chase Oden, a journeyman lineman and devoted family man.

They discuss the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life and offer advice for apprentices struggling with work-life balance.

Chase emphasizes the importance of staying mentally strong, surrounding oneself with positive influences, and finding activities that bring joy and fulfillment outside of work. He also shares his approach to discipline in a blended family, focusing on training and building up his children rather than resorting to yelling or shaming.

Chase highlights the freedom and flexibility that being a journeyman lineman provides, allowing individuals to choose their work locations and schedule to prioritize family and personal goals.

Chase Oden discusses the importance of setting clear expectations for children and apprentices. He shares how his father taught his daughters the importance of discipline and hard work in order to achieve their goals.

Chase emphasizes the need for clear expectations in the workplace as well, noting that bosses who lack clear definitions of expectations are often the worst. He encourages struggling apprentices to show up with a good attitude, work hard, and continuously strive to improve.

Chase also highlights the importance of understanding the equipment and processes in the trade, as it leads to increased productivity, safety, and respect from colleagues.

Chapters:

00:00-Introduction and Sponsor Acknowledgment

07:48-Prioritizing Self-Care

25:01-Discipline in a Blended Family

32:55-Navigating Work-Life Balance as an Apprentice

44:54-Building Up Others and Creating a Positive Work Environment

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