Episode 5: Kurk Aegerter

In this episode, I sit down with longtime educator, craftsman, and friend Kurk Aegerter. With more than three decades of teaching under his belt, Kurk brings a perspective that’s both grounded and deeply human — shaped by years of working with kids, navigating life’s fears, and constantly choosing growth over comfort.We talk about the power of confidence (and what happens when you don’t have it), the importance of curiosity at every age, and why taking imperfect action matters more than waiting for the “right time.” Kurk shares stories from the classroom, the woodshop, and real life — and how each experience helped shape the way he shows up in the world today.We also dive into the art he creates, the lessons he’s learned from failure, and the mindset shifts that helped him move from surviving to thriving — not just professionally, but personally.If you’ve ever wrestled with fear, self-doubt, or the question “am I too late?”… this conversation is going to resonate.