Third-generation lineworker Ken Lulow opens up about his “wake-up call” — from a rough apprenticeship that almost drove him out of the trade to finding purpose as a mentor, leader, and advocate for the next generation. He and Kevin Rindal unpack how humility, resilience, and owning your story can transform burnout into leadership that lifts entire crews.

If you’ve ever questioned whether the pain and pressure of this work are worth it, Ken’s story will remind you that purpose is the fuel that keeps you steady when storms hit.

You’ll Learn:

• The apprenticeship experience that almost broke Ken — and how he used it to build grit.
  

• The “human element” of safety — why readiness starts long before the pre-job brief.
  

• How leadership shifts from “command and control” to “connection and culture.”
  

• Why your legacy isn’t the lines you build, but the people you influence.

  
  

Quotes to Remember:

“Leadership is a responsibility, not a title.”

“Your body is your biggest tool — take care of it like you do your truck.”

“You can’t lead your crew if you’re running on empty.”

Connect:

🔗 Website: LineworkerSolutions.com

🔗 LinkedIn: Ken Lulow on LinkedIn

📸 Instagram: @KevinRindal

💼 LinkedIn: Kevin Rindal

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Recommended Resources:

• Extreme Ownership – Jocko Willink

• The Infinite Game – Simon Sinek

• Atomic Habits – James Clear

• Carhartt Work Gloves

• Milwaukee Rechargeable Headlamp

• Hydro Flask 32 oz Water Bottle

Welcome to the WorkReady Podcast—where workforce athletes learn how to perform at their best, lead with purpose, and build a stronger life at home and on the job. Hosted by Dr. Kevin Rindal—Ironman athlete, Olympic sports chiropractor, and CEO of Vimocity—each episode brings you stories and science-backed tools to help you move from worn down to unstoppable.

Whether you’re a lineman, operator, or leader in the field, this show will help you fuel your body, sharpen your mindset, and lead your crew with confidence.

🎧 Subscribe now and start your journey to retire strong—Work Ready.

Eric Rogers—PhD, MBA, and sleep specialist for elite teams like the Navy SEALs—joins Kevin Rindal to reveal the science of sleep for workforce athletes. Learn how to break the cycle of fatigue, fix your sleep zones, and build energy that lasts on the job and at home.

💡 You’ll Learn:

• Why elite performers treat sleep as their #1 performance tool
• How to use box breathing and the “hot-shower hack” to wind down
• Truth about caffeine, nicotine & alcohol on your recovery
• Simple habits to fight shift-work fatigue and sleep apnea

🔗 Links & Resources:

• Take the Sleep Zone Quiz →⁠ peaksleep.com⁠

👋 Connect:

• Kevin Rindal →⁠ kevinrindal.com⁠ |⁠ LinkedIn⁠
• Dr. Eric Rogers →⁠ peaksleep.com⁠ |⁠ LinkedIn⁠

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