Code of the Craftsmen

Decoding the art of mastering your craft for current and aspiring leaders aiming to achieve, overcome, and inspire in both their personal and professional lives.@codeofthecraftsmen on all social media platforms! Be sure to follow for more content and episodes!

Code of the Craftsmen is a education podcast hosted by Jay Briggs and Ben Cowan, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jay Briggs and Ben Cowan hosts Code of the Craftsmen, a education show with 23 episodes published.

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  21. Build Financial Stability in Your 20s: Lessons from a Top Advisor

  Apr 23, 202631 minS0

  <p>Many young adults feel overwhelmed by financial pressure. In this episode, we cover practical strategies for building financial security in your 20s, with insights from Kyle Sharp - a top producing fourth-year financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual. We also unpack how he built credibility, relationships, and trust at a young age in an industry where most top advisors have decades of experience with clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Topics covered: </p><p>-Common Financial Mistakes to Avoid  </p><p>-The most important financial habits to build at a young age</p><p>-How to automate your savings</p><p>...

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  20. CEO’s Advice to Young Professionals - Joe Hayek, President & CEO of Worthington Enterprises

  Mar 10, 202630 minS0

  <p>Jay and Ben sit down with Joe Hayek, President & CEO of multi billion dollar Worthington Industries. They discuss what it truly takes to advance your career, and how to lead in a way that makes a meaningful impact on people along the way. They ask the kinds of questions many young professionals think about but rarely get to ask leaders of this caliber. </p><p><br></p><p>-What CEOs truly look for in young professionals</p><p>-What makes someone promotable versus stagnant</p><p>-Why so many people fail to reach their full potential in their careers</p...

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  19. Success Isn’t Instant! Jay and Ben Discuss Life After School With a Soon-to-Be Grad

  Feb 10, 202623 minS0

  <p>Jay and Ben sit down with an upcoming master’s graduate (Jude Prophete of American University) to unpack the pressure of leaving school and choosing a path. Jude’s upcoming transition brings them back to their own graduation- an uncertain season that ultimately led them to start this podcast.</p><p><br></p><p>Topics covered: </p><p>-The pressure to achieve success instantly, and how to resist it</p><p>-Chasing impact over accolades </p><p>-Staying disciplined in a world full of constant distractions</p><p>-Choosing excellence and committing to rise above your current circumstances</p><p>-J...

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  18. Forbes 30 Under 30 CEO VaLanDria Smith-Lash on launching business, standing out and excelling as a young adult

  Oct 22, 202532 minS0

  <p>Jay Briggs and Ben Cowan sit down with Valandria Smith Lash - 24-year old CEO and Founder of Course Culture - an organic body cream business that she launched as a college student with the help of a large investment from her University president. Valandria has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree (Class of 2023) and named Young Woman Entrepreneur of the Year by Aviatra Accelerators (2024). Based at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, Coarse Culture continues to grow its reach — including availability on Amazon.</p><p>Be sure to follow @codeofthecraftsmen</p><p>Join the craftsmen family by subscribing to...

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  17. Violinist Aldo Cicchini: He Gives His Life to the Craft - And Millions Follow

  Jul 29, 202528 minS0

  <p>Aldo Cicchini, international concert violinist and social media phenom, discusses how a lifetime dedicated to his craft, bold risk taking - from crossing continents alone as an 18-year-old, and a relentless focus on the journey over the destination shaped the music millions now hear. In this episode, you will also learn about:</p>Aldo’s creative process behind viral videos seen by millionsWhy your unique traits can become your greatest strengths - and even help you go viral too! Methods to perform your best when the pressure is highestThe power of creating joy for others through your craftHow accidentally go...

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