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In this episode, Dwayne, Tony, and Tim discuss their first memories of connecting with trees and how they got into the tree care industry. They also talk about the importance of mentors and their impact on their careers. The conversation touches on the evolution of climbing techniques and the influence of social media on the industry. Tim shares his connection with Dr. Alex Shigo and how he became a mentor and friend. Overall, the episode highlights the value of personal connections and their role in shaping the tree care profession. In this conversation, Dwayne, Tim, and Tony discuss their personal experiences with Alex Shigo and his impact on their lives. They talk about Alex's dedication to his work and his willingness to share his knowledge. They also discuss the importance of being approachable and treating famous people as regular individuals. The conversation then shifts to the topic of safety in the tree care industry, with Tim sharing his safety journey and the challenges he has faced. They discuss the concept of risk and the need for capacity and resilience in safety systems. They also touch on the importance of leadership and creating a culture of psychological safety. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the legacy of Alex Shigo and the personal connections they have formed through their work with trees.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:08 Journey into the Tree Care Industry
06:37 Involvement with ISA and SCA
08:22 The Influence of Mentors in the Industry
10:19 Evolution of Climbing Techniques
17:20 The Shot Heard Around the World
22:09 Memorable Moments with Mentors
25:17 The Impact of Social Media on the Industry
31:09 Friendship with Dr. Alex Shigo
35:20 The Significance of Personal Connections
45:18 The Importance of Safety and Risk Management in Tree Care
48:52 Leadership and Creating a Culture of Safety
55:39 Personal Connections and Legacies in the Tree Care Industry
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In this episode, Dwayne, Tony, and Tim discuss their first memories of connecting with trees and how they got into the tree care industry. They also talk about the importance of mentors and their impact on their careers. The conversation touches on the evolution of climbing techniques and the influence of social media on the industry. Tim shares his connection with Dr. Alex Shigo and how he became a mentor and friend. Overall, the episode highlights the value of personal connections and their role in shaping the tree care profession. In this conversation, Dwayne, Tim, and Tony discuss their personal experiences with Alex Shigo and his impact on their lives. They talk about Alex's dedication to his work and his willingness to share his knowledge. They also discuss the importance of being approachable and treating famous people as regular individuals. The conversation then shifts to the topic of safety in the tree care industry, with Tim sharing his safety journey and the challenges he has faced. They discuss the concept of risk and the need for capacity and resilience in safety systems. They also touch on the importance of leadership and creating a culture of psychological safety. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the legacy of Alex Shigo and the personal connections they have formed through their work with trees.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:08 Journey into the Tree Care Industry
06:37 Involvement with ISA and SCA
08:22 The Influence of Mentors in the Industry
10:19 Evolution of Climbing Techniques
17:20 The Shot Heard Around the World
22:09 Memorable Moments with Mentors
25:17 The Impact of Social Media on the Industry
31:09 Friendship with Dr. Alex Shigo
35:20 The Significance of Personal Connections
45:18 The Importance of Safety and Risk Management in Tree Care
48:52 Leadership and Creating a Culture of Safety
55:39 Personal Connections and Legacies in the Tree Care Industry
- Chris Girard
- Laurie Prince
- Peter LaRue
- Scott
- jason dommer
- Andrew Hordyk
- Mark Przekurat
- Michael Tain
- Dwayne Sr.
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Arborists talk about their experience, strength, and hope gained from being part of the human forest.