From military discipline to clean energy leadership — Adam Mecham brings a story that’s as inspiring as it is instructive. 🇺🇸⚡

In this episode, we dive into Adam’s journey from serving in the armed forces to becoming a standout leader in the renewable energy space. He shares how the “crawl, walk, run” mindset—built during his time in the military—became a powerful framework for learning, leading, and thriving in an industry that never stands still. 🏃‍♂️💨🔋

We also tackle the big question: How do you become someone others want to follow? Adam opens up about the leadership values that earned him trust, respect, and results on and off the field.

💬 Whether you're a technician, team leader, or just curious about the transition from military to renewables, this one’s packed with real talk, hard-earned wisdom, and serious inspiration.

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✨ On today’s episode of Watt’s Up Renewables, we welcome Patrick Betzel — a true believer in the power of people behind the renewable energy movement.

From hiring based on character over credentials 👤📄, to recognizing how your field techs represent your brand every single day 🔧🌟, Patrick reminds us that the future of energy isn’t just about innovation — it’s about intention. 💡

We also get into: 💬 The hidden cost of chasing money 🤝 Why company culture makes or breaks growth ⚡ The role of mission-driven leadership in sustainability

🔔 Tune in, subscribe, and get inspired by the humans powering the clean energy transition.

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In this powerful episode, we're joined by Ian Steele with Here to Serve Workforce Solutions, a seasoned leader in the renewables industry, for an insightful and energizing conversation you won't want to miss! ⚡️

We dive into:

🦺 The critical importance of safety culture – and why Stop Work Responsibility is more than just a policy, it's a mindset.

👥 Believing in your people – how trust and empowerment can transform your team’s performance.

🧠 What makes a truly great manager – real talk on leadership, accountability, and building strong teams from the ground up.

🚫 How to create a work environment where anyone can speak up when something feels off – no ego, just safety first.

💬 And so much more – from real-world experiences to leadership philosophies that drive results.

Whether you're a team lead, site tech, HSE specialist, or just passionate about renewables and people-first leadership, this episode is packed with value, honesty, and inspiration. 🔥

👇 TUNE IN NOW and discover how great leaders in renewables are creating safer, stronger, and more resilient teams.

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