In this episode of Built In Real Time, Jason and Jesse talk about the boring middle of building: the days that do not feel exciting, but still move the work forward.

Jason breaks down getting his first licensed painting job lined up and using it as a real test run for estimates, systems, customer communication, and doing work worthy of the name on the business. Jesse talks through school, training, supplements, protein, and getting his body back under him while still balancing work, family, and building.

They get into standards, personal core values, taking care of the machine, picking up the small responsibilities nobody sees, and why discipline has to show up in your work, health, family, and decisions.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

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Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

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Jason finally got the painting license, and that opens up the next phase: advertising, hiring, building backlog, and turning trade skill into a real business.

In this episode of Built In Real Time, Jason and Jesse talk through the difference between owning your own job and building a company. They cover the contractor license process, choosing a business structure, paperwork and bonds, the pressure of hiring, payroll responsibility, marketing, and why a business emergency fund matters before you start bringing people on.

They also get into listener feedback, explaining the process more clearly, and the health side of staying in the game: workouts, recovery, mobility, longevity, and using AI as a tool to keep goals in front of you.

The takeaway: pick one thing you need to improve, start moving in any direction, and keep building in real time.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

If this one hit home, follow the show, leave a review, and send it to someone who's in the fight too. Got a story, a question, or a win to share? Email us at builtinrealtime.pod@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

Stay in the fight.

In this episode of Built In Real Time, Jason and Jesse talk about flipping the switch after a funk, taking ownership, and getting back to doing hard things.

They get into California licensing delays, NBRC frustrations, critical thinking at work, Ebola training, RESPTAC updates, building for new grads, workouts, Muay Thai, self-reliance, hunting, Red Dawn, and why discipline has to be rebuilt one decision at a time.

The theme: stop waiting on broken systems, take responsibility for what you can control, and keep moving.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

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Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

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In this episode of Built In Real Time, Jason and Jesse talk about AI moving from novelty into real work: app updates, workplace automation, government contract prospecting, LLC setup, and the paperwork that comes with trying to build something real.

They get into the practical side of using AI as an assistant, from researching opportunities to helping with business setup, prompting, and prototype work. They also talk about the CRIT framework, why better context creates better output, and why AI only works when you can clearly explain the problem.

The conversation turns honest around burnout, low energy, slipping workouts, bad sleep, and the small backslides that happen when discipline starts getting replaced by excuses.

The call to action is simple: pick one thing you know you need to do today and attack it. Make the phone call. Get the workout in. Drink the water. Take the next step.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

If this one hit home, follow the show, leave a review, and send it to someone who's in the fight too. Got a story, a question, or a win to share? Email us at builtinrealtime.pod@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

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In this episode of Built In Real Time, Jason and Jesse talk about seeing the first real online revenue come in, building a Shopify storefront with AI, and using Codex/Claude to tighten systems, emails, product uploads, and the details that make a store work.

They get into the pressure of customer expectations, operator mode bringing in another income stream, waiting on state paperwork, and how to keep momentum when the main path is stuck.

They also talk about Muay Thai, jiu-jitsu, confidence, composure, family fishing trips, teaching kids to push through frustration, and using AI for side quests like recreating a World War II family story.

The theme is simple: when you hit downtime, do not sit still. Sharpen the blade. Improve your sleep, training, systems, skills, and mindset so you are ready when the next door opens.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

If this one hit home, follow the show, leave a review, and send it to someone who's in the fight too. Got a story, a question, or a win to share? Email us at builtinrealtime.pod@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

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Jason and Jesse talk about what happens when you stop waiting for perfect and start building anyway.

Jesse shares updates on the RespTac app, operator mode, the merch storefront, a new respiratory hub, and using AI to turn a hospital staffing process from nearly an hour into seconds.

Jason breaks down his plan for rebuilding his construction business the right way this time. Slower growth, better clients, clear SOPs, intentional training, and a culture built around discipline, trust, quality, and something bigger than profit.

They also get into fear of failure, mental overload, wasted time, chasing dopamine, surrounding yourself with the right people, and using what you have learned to build something that lasts beyond you.

No fake guru talk. Just progress, problems, and lessons in real time.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

If this one hit home, follow the show, leave a review, and send it to someone who's in the fight too. Got a story, a question, or a win to share? Email us at builtinrealtime.pod@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

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In this episode of Built in Real Time, Jason and Jesse talk about urgency, competition, and why AI is changing the timeline for everyone building something.

They get into the pressure of having an idea and knowing other people are probably working on the same thing, using AI as a force multiplier, helping older generations keep building instead of quitting, and staying disciplined while projects are still messy and unfinished.

They also talk through RESPTAC updates, operator mode, patent work, building systems, side missions, and the need to keep moving before the window closes.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

If this one hit home, follow the show, leave a review, and send it to someone who's in the fight too. Got a story, a question, or a win to share? Email us at builtinrealtime.pod@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

Stay in the fight.

In Episode 3, Jason and Jesse get honest about the discomfort of putting their work into the world—the negative self-talk, the fear that nobody is listening, and the temptation to quit before momentum has a chance to build.

They revisit 75 Hard, balancing discipline with 12-hour hospital shifts, parenting, sleep, and real-life responsibilities. Jason shares his progress toward launching BRT Painting, while Jesse talks about growing RESPTAC, building with AI, and wondering whether he’s moving fast enough.

The conversation ultimately comes back to perfectionism, resistance, and a simple lesson: build before you feel ready. Put it out, learn from reality, and fix the problems as you go.

Stay in the fight.

Built In Real Time. Building the vision, taking the hits, and documenting the climb.

If this one hit home, follow the show, leave a review, and send it to someone who's in the fight too. Got a story, a question, or a win to share? Email us at builtinrealtime.pod@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Ryder X. Find him on Spotify.

Stay in the fight.