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
Building a Remodeling Business from Scratch – Vision, Grit & Growth with Donella Olson
Donella Olson didn’t just start a remodeling company—she created a concierge-level experience rooted in empathy, culture, and quality. In this episode, Donella breaks down her journey from working for others to launching Two Islands Design Build, the mindset shifts that made it possible, and how she balances being both designer and builder.
We also talk:
- Vetting clients and subcontractors
- Controlled growth vs. chaos
- What homeowners always get wrong
- The wildest structural failure she’s ever discovered (👀)
- Advocating for women in construction
- Why personal growth and mentorship are at the heart of her business
If you're in the trades, thinking of starting your own thing, or just love hearing smart people talk about meaningful work—this one’s for you.
📍 Based in Richfield, MN
🔗 Learn more about Donella: 2island-designbuild.com
Where to Find Donella Olson
https://www.linkedin.com/in/donella-olson-ckbr-41245119/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Danela Olson
02:47 The Journey of Building Two Island Design Builds
11:52 Client Relationships and Homeowner Vision
19:47 Unexpected Challenges in Remodeling
32:55 Empowering Women in Construction
38:13 Navigating Workplace Dynamics
42:56 Empowering Employees Beyond Company Boundaries
52:33 Mentorship and Self-Reflection
59:57 The Joy of Design and Build
01:06:28 Encouraging the Next Generation in Trades