Nic Bittle: Life and Leadership

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Oct 2026

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Nic and Tarina explore the ups, downs, dos, and don’ts of life and leadership. Each conversation gives a peak on life lessons they learned, some the hard way. This podcast is different because it's the story behind the stories Nic shares in his leadership keynotes and workshops, revealing many of his own missteps as well as the power of faith, family, love, and commitment along the way. Together, Nic and Tarina talk candidly about how to communicate with authority and empathy, the practice of servant leadership, and the importance of criticizing the work and not the person, among other topics. As Nic says, “Respect and trust aren’t built with a hammer.” This podcast is practical and honest. It is a way for men and women to learn how to judge less and listen more and become the leader they want to be at home and work.

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October 20, 202627 min

EP140 | A Week on the Road

What are ways you make traveling easier? Have you ever flown to multiple cities in one week? What would you do different if you traveled for living? Does your travel partner judge your snacks while they eat a Butterfinger? What’s your favorite part of traveling? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

October 13, 202631 min

EP139 | Special Guest: Cruze Bittle at College

What was one of the most memorable moments from your first semester in college? What opportunities did you take advantage of to pursue your life goals? We catch up with Cruze early in his first semester of college. You may recall our conversations about whether he would pursue a bachelor’s degree or a trade. You’ll hear how he’s doing great and we couldn’t be more proud. If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

October 6, 202640 min

EP138 | Change

How do you deal change?What’s your reaction to being another year older? Or your child moving out and moving on to college? Are you in the camp: “When you make plans, God laughs?” Change is hard, especially if it’s not part of our plan. Why do we welcome change we like and then don’t welcome change we don’t like? What’s your mindset when approaching change—whether it’s volunteering to change or being forced to change? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

September 29, 202631 min

EP137 | Humility

Are you humble? Do you try to reason you’re way out of a problem or do you ask, “What did I get wrong here?” When you’re asked why you’re not humble, do you blame someone else or do you take ownership? Is this a “them” problem or a “you” problem? Is there something you might need to change internally instead? When was the last time you allowed pride to protect your image rather than invite humility in to improve your leadership? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

September 22, 202634 min

EP136 | REPLAY: The Four Mindset in the Wild

(This episode originally aired on July 30, 2024.) How do you to see yourself from moment to moment as a Struggler, Thinker, Doer, or Achiever? Do you know what triggers The Struggler versus The Achiever mindsets? How have you grown in awareness—whether it’s on the job or at home? As a leader, how do you communicate to create more connection and less friction? How are you meeting people where they’re at and not where you expect them to be? Where did you put your cheat sheet for remembering the Four Mindsets? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

September 15, 202650 min

EP135 | REPLAY: The Fourth Mindset: The Achiever

(This episode originally aired on July 23, 2024.) What does a person with The Achiever want versus what he/she needs? How are you providing resources so The Achiever can put points on the scoreboard? When have you found yourself in The Achiever mindset and not getting what you need or want? Did people communicate with awareness and patience? How did folks talk with you and what would you have done differently? In what ways is building more connection through Nic’s communication framework going help you to produce better results? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

September 8, 202628 min

EP134 | REPLAY: The Third Mindset: The Doer

(This episode originally aired on July 16, 2024.) What does a person with The Doer mindset need? How do you imagine managing the relationship with The Doer? Are you the person The Doer refers to as “I know a guy”? How are you engaging with more patience and more awareness—and making the relationship matter more than what needs to get done? What are the ways you show you care when working with The Doer? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

September 1, 202631 min

EP133 | REPLAY: The Second Mindset: The Thinker

(This episode originally aired on July 9, 2024.) Do you know someone who struggles to make a decision? When someone can’t make up their mind, whether you’re a foreman or a parent, do you swoop in and make the decision for them? When someone can’t make a decision, do you see this as a weakness or a call for help? When was the last time you were stuck in indecision and someone showed you kindness by helping you find clarity? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

August 25, 202643 min

EP132 | REPLAY: A Framework for Being Good with People

(This episode originally aired on July 2, 2024.) Do you have a framework you use to be good with people? Or are you just winging it? What method or approach do you use to gain insight into where someone—even yourself—is coming from? As a foreman or site manager, how often do you seek understanding before being understood? Do you see being good with people an essential or non-essential part of your job as a leader? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .

August 18, 202644 min

EP131 | Part Two: Brian Hill, Attorney

This is the second part of a conversation with Nic’s friend, Brian Hill, attorney by trade, investor, and father. According to Brian, there are three responsibilities. Are you putting in the emotional labor of being a leader? How often do you shine a light on what’s right? Have you ever asked yourself, “I wonder if everything I’ve ever done as a leader is wrong?” When was the last time have you received training on how to be a leader or better leader? What are you currently doing to invest in your ability and adaptability as a leader? If you enjoy Nic and Tarina’s podcast and get something from listening to “all this Nic Bittle Crap,” please hit the like button, share it with a friend, or both. Your recommendation goes a long way in helping us reach more people. Also if you have questions that you want Nic and Tarina to answer, email them at info@nicbittle.com . --- 🛟 Click here to order your copy of Nic’s Life Ready Curriculum 🧰 Check out Nic’s new solution for foremen: The Foreman's Inner Circle 💬 To subscribe to Nic’s Leadership DRIP, please text the word “DRIP” to 866-998-4545 then follow the prompts. ❓ If you have questions or comments for Nic & Tarina, please send an email to info@nicbittle.com. 🎬 Check out Nic's Work Force Pro YouTube channel. 📚 Nic has written 4 books. You can decide which one is best for you here .