That's What She Shed
That’s What She Shed is your inside peek at life, leadership, and laughter inside Sherman Pole Buildings — where we raise more than just walls. Join hosts Beth Kelling and Ryan Gunderson as they swap stories from the field and the office, exploring what it really takes to lead in a family business and a male-dominated industry.
From bold morning meetings to big building wins (and the occasional barnyard blunder), Beth and Ryan dig into the gritty, honest, and often hilarious side of working at Sherman.
If you love stories about showing up, speaking up, and building something that lasts — all told with plenty of straight talk and a shed-full of humor — you’ll feel right at home here.
Come for the quality erections. Stay for the quality conversations.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 20
- Years Active
- 2025
Sell What You Believe In (Or Don't Sell At All)
What truly separates exceptional salespeople from the rest? According to Tony Parker, it boils down to one fundamental principle: you have to genuinely believe in what you're selling. This eye-openin…
From Marines to Real Estate: Nick Kelling’s Journey of Service and Sales
What makes a great real estate agent? According to Nick Kelling, it's not about selling dream properties or chasing luxury listings—it's about truly understanding what each client needs.
Nick's journe…
Crafting a Life: From Ultra Marathons to Custom Cabinetry
Dick Bjork never planned to become a craftsman. After graduating with a sociology degree in 1985 amid a brutal job market, he found himself stuck behind a desk at a temp agency. When opportunity knoc…
The Small Town Worldwide Effect: Minpack's Global Impact
Brent Thompson walked away from 30 years in pharmacy, including serving as president of the Minnesota Pharmacists Association, to take over Minpack, his father's manufacturing business in Pine City. …
Navigating Risk: Insurance Through the Eyes of an Agent
Remember that time your toilet broke and you had no idea how to fix it? Seth Sanftner, insurance agent at Capstone Insurance, opens our conversation with a surprising revelation about how AI transfor…
Gravity vs. Personal Power
When you work alongside family, the lines between personal and professional relationships blur in fascinating ways. In this heartfelt conversation with Landon, we explore the unique dynamic of workin…
Leadership in the Eye of the Storm - Brandon
The construction industry demands a special kind of leadership—one that can weather uncertain timelines, juggle countless responsibilities, and maintain a steady hand when everything seems to be happ…
Leading by Example: Conversations with a Project Manager
Leadership happens in the moments between TikTok videos, safety checks, and early morning preparations. Just ask Jeff, Sherman's project manager and head of safety, who works alongside his wife, son,…
The Barndo Boss: Turning Wood Piles into Life Lessons - Brad Hippen
Meet Brad Hippen, the man behind countless custom homes throughout the region and owner of 1089 LLC, Sherman's custom home division. With his iconic laugh and steady mind, Brad brings a lifetime of w…
Mother-Daughter Leadership Dynamics
What makes a great leader? Is it innate talent or learned skills passed down through generations? In this heartwarming and insightful conversation with mother-daughter duo Kari and Jennae from Sherma…
Introducing Our New Co-Host: Ryan Gunderson Joins That's What She Shed
What happens when you pair a passionate leader with a curious first-generation farmer who managed 500,000 chickens before becoming a construction company's "assistant to all"? Magic, connection, and …
From Secret Service to HR: Julie's Unexpected Career Journey
Stepping into the underground world of government secrets and nuclear fallout preparations, this episode features Julie, whose career journey reads like a spy thriller before landing her in HR at She…
Dirty Yard Dirty Attitude with Dave
Meet Dave, a 13-year veteran whose journey from the yard to the office provides a fascinating window into the company's operations. His meticulous approach to bundle preparation—what colleagues have …
From Material Handler to Mechanic: A 17-Year Journey at Sherman Buildings
Aaron's journey from curious kindergartener disassembling radios to becoming Sherman Buildings' trusted mechanic reveals how natural inclinations can shape extraordinary careers. During our conversat…
From Door Installations to Sales: A Woman's Journey in Construction
Meet Jess, the first female guest on "That's What She Said," who brings refreshing insights from her journey in the construction industry. Starting as an overhead door installer and now working in sa…
Selling Happiness - Steve Kelling
Ever wondered what it's like to build a family business that spans generations? Steve Kelling, CEO of Sherman Buildings, pulls back the curtain on fifty years of leadership in a refreshingly candid c…
Leadership, Lumber, and Life Lessons from Andrew Walsh
Leadership lessons often emerge from unexpected places, and in this engaging conversation with Andrew Walsh, we discover wisdom from the lumber yard at Sherman Buildings. Andrew, who works in the mec…
Something Worth Building - Andrew Kelling
What happens when you build a business by deliberately running toward the things that scare you most? Andrew Kelling, founder of Sherman Buildings and my father, reveals the counterintuitive philosop…
From Homeschool to Crew Manager: Isaac Maser's Leadership Journey
Leadership isn't built in boardrooms—sometimes it's constructed right alongside pole barns and treehouses. Meet Isaac Maser, who at just 19 became Sherman Buildings' youngest foreman in history befor…
Simon Says - Deven Kelling
What happens when you follow your instincts into unexpected territory? Beth Kelling's journey from bartender to construction leadership at her family's company challenges conventional career paths an…