From Candor to People to Leadership and beyond with Josh Zolin – Blue is the New White and WCE

In this episode of CMMS Radio, host Greg Christensen engages in a dynamic conversation with Josh Zolin, CEO of Windy City Equipment – Host of Blue is The New White podcast, author of Blue is the New White, and co-host of Behind the Burner – Diving into various aspects of business, leadership, and life. Josh shares insights from his experience in the service industry, touching on topics such as the significance of people in business, the balance between leadership and teams, and the importance of effective communication.

The discussion highlights Josh’s company’s participation in the FESA conference and the imminent hard launch in December. He emphasizes the value of being consistently intentional in business efforts and shares advice for service company startups, stressing the importance of consistency in drive and intentionality.

The conversation extends beyond business into personal insights, including Josh’s favorite music (country), favorite sport (football, with a strong allegiance to the Bears), and his unique perspective on work-life balance. Josh challenges traditional notions, viewing work and life as intertwined rather than separate entities, and discusses the natural evolution of individuals in their personal and professional journeys.

The episode wraps up with a bonus question addressing the skilled trades gap and a glimpse into the upcoming developments on Josh’s platform, bluesthenewwhite.com, where the focus is on supporting individuals in blue-collar skill trades with soft skills development. Overall, this episode provides a rich blend of business wisdom, personal anecdotes, and valuable advice for listeners navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship and leadership.

Windy City Equipment:  https://www.windycityequip.com/

Blue is The New White: https://www.blueisthenewwhite.com/

Josh Zolin:   / joshzolin