In this episode of the WILLPOWER Podcast, I sit down with entrepreneur and founder Kyle Cosand of Cosand Construction. Kyle shares the story behind launching Cosand Construction, the lessons he learned in the early days, and how he built a company that continues to grow and evolve. We talk about leadership, family, and what it takes to run a successful construction company while raising three kids and maintaining a strong marriage. Kyle also shares what it’s like working alon

In this episode of the WILLPOWER Podcast, I sit down with my friend and fellow South Dakota Native, Nathan Gerry, former Super Bowl champion turned entrepreneur, to unpack the opportunities and challenges of life after football—and how he found new purpose building Rawly, a raw dog food company focused on nutrition and integrity. Nathan shares his journey from the NFL locker room to entrepreneurship, including: How unmatched team chemistry led the Philadelphia Eagles to the 2

How do you build and run a successful construction company—without chaos, missed deadlines, or constant firefighting? In this episode of the WILLPOWER Podcast, host Will P. sits down with Mark Teplitsky, founder of Peak 81, a construction consulting firm that helps contractors and construction leaders improve systems, execution, and profitability. This conversation breaks down what the best construction companies do differently—from project scheduling and pre-construction pla

In this episode of WILLPOWER, I sit down with Tyler Starr, former NFL linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons, to dive into the powerful lessons learned on and off the field. We explore: *Identity struggles after sports *How football builds the foundation for business success *The importance of family and defining real wealth *The future of college athletics *The mindset of extreme ownership *And much more Tyler’s story is a raw and inspiring look at life beyond the game, and how

In this episode of the WILLPOWER Podcast, I sit down with Tyler Tordsen, President of the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance, to talk about what it takes to build thriving communities—and the leadership it demands. We cover: 💼 The powerful impact of economic development across the Sioux Metro 🏘️ What separates strong communities from average ones 🪶 The challenges facing tribal communities in South Dakota—and how to create real change 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 How Tyler balances leading an orga

In this episode of the WILLPOWER Podcast, I sit down with my friend Zach Blenkinsopp, founder of DRI Inc, a multi-million dollar construction company, to unpack the mindset and strategies behind his unconventional path to success. We dive into: 🌍 The power of international living and how travel fuels creativity and clarity 🤝How Zach’s military experience laid the foundation for entrepreneurial discipline 📈 Why entrepreneurs should focus on The Gain, Not the Gap (inspired b