
Episode 25: Joe Hartge
04/07/25 • 47 min
Joe Hartge shares his remarkable journey from a young boy with hearing loss to becoming a celebrated member of the U.S. Deaf Olympic Hockey Team. He discusses his experiences in the stagehand industry, the challenges of working in a union, and the transition to running an air duct cleaning business. Joe reflects on the impact of COVID-19 on his business, the lessons learned from coaching, and the importance of resilience in pursuing one's dreams. His story is a testament to hard work, dedication, and the power of community.
Joe Hartge shares his remarkable journey from a young boy with hearing loss to becoming a celebrated member of the U.S. Deaf Olympic Hockey Team. He discusses his experiences in the stagehand industry, the challenges of working in a union, and the transition to running an air duct cleaning business. Joe reflects on the impact of COVID-19 on his business, the lessons learned from coaching, and the importance of resilience in pursuing one's dreams. His story is a testament to hard work, dedication, and the power of community.
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