Just Some BS
Welcome to Just Some BS—the podcast for high-potential humans trying to figure it out without pretending they’ve got it all together.
Hosted by Brandon, this is where personal growth meets real talk, career chaos meets clarity, and leadership lessons are served with a side of sarcasm.
Each episode is part journal, part pep talk, part “did they just say that?”
Expect stories from the trenches of work and life, honest reflections, and the kind of insights you’d only get from someone who’s been through the BS and decided to podcast about it.
If you're into ambition, awkwardness, and a little bit of absurdity—you’re home.
New episodes every Tuesday.
Stay weird.
Just Some BS
Welding, Faith, and Finding Purpose – A Life Rebuilt with Andy Bachert
When you build a life with your hands, it’s hard to imagine letting go—but for Andy Bachert, letting go is exactly what led him to a purpose-filled life.
In this powerful and vulnerable episode, Andy shares how he went from a 30-year career in steel fabrication to becoming the COO of a global faith-based mission organization. What started as a volunteer trip to Africa turned into a life-changing pivot—and not one he saw coming.
In this conversation, we explore:
- What it’s really like to do construction and welding work in remote countries
- The emotional moment when Andy got laid off… and why it became the greatest gift
- How his wife secretly prayed for their life to change—and what happened when it did
- The moment of clarity under the stars in West Africa
- Training locals and passing on skills across language and culture barriers
- Why purpose and faith matter more than titles or income
- What it's like working alongside your spouse (and keeping work at the office!)
- How Andy uses leadership, humility, and coaching to stay grounded
This is one of those conversations that hits you in the heart—and reminds you that careers, skills, and even setbacks can be vehicles for a bigger purpose.
📍 Learn more about Andy’s mission work: Friends in Action International
📲 Follow Andy on LinkedIn for more insight and updates
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Andy Bachert and His Journey
03:06 Transition from Steel Fabrication to Nonprofit Work
05:53 Experiences in Africa: A Life-Changing Journey
08:59 The Impact of Faith and Family on Career Choices
12:07 Balancing Executive Responsibilities with Hands-On Work
15:06 Training and Empowering Local Labor
18:02 The Importance of Mentorship and Coaching
20:57 Lessons Learned from Traveling and Working Abroad
23:56 Legacy and the Next Generation
26:52 Building Relationships Through Work
29:47 The Role of Purpose in Work and Life
32:59 Final Thoughts and Opportunities with Friends in Action