From Pipeliner to Safety Director: Tackling Trauma & Addiction in Construction | Brett Smith

Episode #020 | Brett SmithToday on the pod, from across the pond, we welcome Brett Smith of Gardner Builders!Brett talks all things mental health and incorporating proactive approaches all over the world. Alongside host Steve, Brett shares personal stories & speaks openly about his unfortunate accident in his youth and its impact on his life as a whole.Connect with Brett on LinkedIn! - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettsmith77/Watch on YouTube! - https://youtu.be/zEYJTeTDtnMListen On Spotify! - https://open.spotify.com/episode/43vw1KiqEsoLY1h2N854rJ?si=935ee0accaf345a9Listen on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brett-smith-pipeliner-turned-safety-director-on-global/id1778487912?i=1000699933797----------------------------------------------------------⏲TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Pre-intro chat: Upcoming Coast to Coast Cycle Mishap01:06 Intro! About Brett’s company Gardner Builders & His past work/experience07:22 Working as a pipeliner, being away from home & Dealing with extreme weather21:13 Upcoming ‘Mental Health Bootcamp’ trip & Personal obstacles28:02 The medium of sport: Mental Health & PTSD in Construction + Steve’s Story35:43 Brett’s paralyzing teenage accident + struggles with suicide, personal identity48:14 Dealing with trauma, addictions & escapism, finding therapy.01:00:13 Trump Presidency, Company DEI Programmes, Being offensive & Social Value01:15:29 What does the future look like at Gardner Builders?01:23:13 Native American Cultures!01:31:39 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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