In this episode, Russ speaks with Scott from Brigg Installations about his journey from childhood to adulthood, touching on themes of adoption, career choices, and significant health challenges.

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Scott shares his experiences with back surgeries and the impact of fibromyalgia on his life and his wife's life. The conversation highlights the importance of mental health, honesty in trades, and the complexities of navigating personal and professional challenges. In this conversation, Scott shares his experiences with fibromyalgia, the challenges of self-employment, and the impact of work on family life. He discusses the importance of understanding client expectations in the decorating industry and emphasizes the value of continuous learning and experience over formal qualifications.

The conversation also touches on the need to raise the standards of the decorating industry and the community's support for tradespeople. In this conversation, Russ and Scott discuss the importance of customer satisfaction in the trades, the challenges of pricing strategies, and the significance of mental health support for men.

They delve into personal experiences with grief and the role of Andy's Man Club as a safe space for men to talk about their struggles. The discussion emphasizes breaking the stigma around men's mental health and the necessity of having coping mechanisms in place.

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