The Blueprint Podcast

Maria "Linny" Nguyen is one of the original founding partners of Blue Hammer Roofing — and one of the most requested guests since this podcast launched. In this episode, Nehal and Linny sit down for the most honest conversation they've ever had on camera.Linny opens up about growing up without unconditional love and how that shaped everything — her drive, her giving nature, and her relentless pursuit of freedom through money, education, and career. She talks about her rise from the gym floor to VP to business partner, the leadership lessons she picked up along the way, and what it really means to lead with a heart people feel.They get into the hard stuff too — what's been the most frustrating part about working with each other, the real cost of holding onto the wrong people too long, and why "tough honest love" isn't just a philosophy, it's the only thing that actually creates change. This one's personal, raw, and full of gems.

Jonah Serie shares what leadership looks like behind the scenes: standards, mentorship, conflict, and the invisible work that creates real growth. He also opens up about turning doubt into fuel—and why consistency beats motivation every time.