Welding, Faith, and Finding Purpose – A Life Rebuilt with Andy Bachert

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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.

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