In this episode of the Nailed It Podcast, we sit down with Brian Jessop, one of the founding members of Wind River Excavation, to hear how he turned back-breaking labor into a thriving business. It all started when Brian’s dad gave him an ultimatum: get a job or start digging. With nothing but a shovel and determination, Brian dug out the front of his family’s house by hand—an experience that sparked a lifelong passion for dirt work.

From teaching himself to operate heavy machinery in a neighbor’s backyard to quitting his job on the spot and launching Wind River with nothing but a rented backhoe, Brian shares the sink-or-swim moments that defined his career. Today, he oversees a team of 28, runs over 100 pieces of equipment, and continues to build some of the most challenging projects in high-end residential construction.

Brian also dives into the realities of the trades industry, including the growing labor shortage, the importance of building a trustworthy team, and why cutting corners in construction always costs more in the end.

Whether you're in construction, running a business, or just love a good underdog story, this episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom, practical advice, and plenty of inspiration.

🎙️ Listen now and hear how Brian Jessop truly nailed it!