Wake Up To Your Life Magic is back with another powerful episode. Host Dr. Helmut Love sits down with Rogan Frick—Founder of Bear Iron Works and creator of the rugged, American-made Grizzly Rock Screen—to explore what it really takes to build a values-driven business in today’s fast-changing world.From welding in remote Colorado mountains as a teenager to running a global manufacturing operation, Rogan’s story blends grit, innovation, and human-centered leadership.⭐ What You’ll Learn in This Episode1. Rogan’s Unconventional Entrepreneurial BeginningWhat started as a simple college side gig to pay rent for a motorcycle shop turned into a worldwide manufacturing brand. Rogan explains how he:Built his first Grizzly Rock Screens using skills he learned from his fatherSold early units at auctionsCreated a website that unexpectedly exploded in demandPaused to finish college, then relaunched the company full-timeScaled into a full facility with a tight-knit team and global shipping operations2. Growing Up in Real-World ConstructionRogan shares how summers spent reclaiming abandoned mines in Colorado shaped him. As a teen he was already:Operating heavy equipmentWelding and fabricatingLeading small crews in remote mountain sitesLearning resilience and self-relianceThese formative years built the foundation for his leadership philosophy today.3. The Future of Construction & E-CommerceRogan sees massive opportunity in an industry that’s far behind digitally. He breaks down how he’s:Building an online platform for niche, hard-to-find equipmentStreamlining ordering for contractors who can’t afford downtimeUsing his construction management background to consult and advise companies4. Rethinking Leadership & Company CultureAs a private company owner, Rogan puts people before profit without sacrificing performance.He implemented a 4-day, 10-hour work week, giving employees a 3-day weekend every week.The payoff?Less conflictTrue leadership through empathy and lived experience.5. AI, Technology & A Changing WorldRogan talks openly about using AI daily for:Learning fasterCodingWeb developmentAutomationBut he also warns about the emotional risks—AI as a “friend,” dependency, and “iPad Kid 2.0.”A thoughtful, balanced view from a tech-savvy builder.6. The Real Truth About EntrepreneurshipRogan debunks the “business owners work less” myth.He shares the honest reality:Some weeks are slow.Some weeks are seven days straight.Everything lands on your desk.Balancing manufacturing, consulting, and unpredictable construction schedules requires discipline—and boundaries.7. Rogan’s Best Advice for EntrepreneursDelegate as soon as cash flow allowsHire for your weaknessesBring in specialized talent earlyDon’t make more commitments than you can honorCulture matters more than perksHis example: Hiring an operations manager who transformed logistics, shipping, and day-to-day workflow.🎙️ About Rogan FrickConstruction expert, fabricator, technologist, and founder of Bear Iron Works, Rogan blends lifelong field experience with modern engineering, design, and systems thinking.He also provides consulting to help small construction companies scale profitably and efficiently.📘 About the Host — Dr. Helmut LoveLeadership mentor, author of Wake Up To Your Life Magic, and global teacher on Creator-Being Leadership.Learn more: wakeuptoyourlifemagic.com | drhelmutlove.comIf this episode inspired you, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share it with someone building their dream.Visit WakeUpToYourLifeMagic.com for tools, events, and coaching designed to activate your inner creator and transform your leadership.#Entrepreneurship #Manufacturing #ConstructionBusiness #LeadershipPodcast #AIandFuture #BearIronWorks #GrizzlyRockScreen #DrHelmutLove #WakeUpToYourLifeMagic #BusinessMindset #AmericanMade #EcommerceInnovation #SmallBusinessGrowth #ConstructionIndustry #StartupStories