EP202: Crafting Serenity to Upholding Peace: An Employee’s Move from Ponds to Law Enforcement

The Pond Digger Podcast

Eric sits down with one of his longtime team members, Mark VanderWoude, for a bittersweet conversation as Mark is leaving The Pond Digger team to pursue a career in law enforcement. They discuss Mark’s journey from working on ponds to preparing for the police academy and reminisce about the good times, the challenges, and the strong bond they’ve built over the years.

In this episode, they talk about…

• Mark’s decision to join the San Bernardino Police Academy and how his time at The Pond Digger prepared him

• Mark’s early days at the ranch and how he transitioned into the construction team

• Fond memories of out-of-town trips, team dinners, and the camaraderie within the team

• Lessons Mark learned during his time at Pond Digger–the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

• The role of camaraderie and teamwork at The Pond Digger and how it compares to the camaraderie expected in law enforcement

• The emotional challenges of leadership and the lessons Mark learned from working with a close-knit team

• Mark’s long-term vision for his career in law enforcement and his goal of joining SWAT

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