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Modern Craftsman is more than just a podcast. It’s a community. A hub for those in this industry to promote excellence, education, knowledge and respect. To share what they’ve done right and what they’ve done wrong. To talk about building, life, leadership, mental health and everything in between. And we want to partner with vendors, brands and people that share the same goals: to make people better, to make the industry better and to advocate for a better life in the trades.
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#326 18-Year-Old Wyatt Brown's Journey from High School to the trades
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Wyatt, an 18-year-old high school graduate, shares his journey of exploring different career paths in the trades, including welding and linework. He discusses the challenges of making career decisions at a young age, the influence of his family and guidance counselor, and his plans to pursue a debt-free lifestyle. Partners: Andersen Windows Builder…
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Midweek with Tyler: Transitioning Away from Competitive Bidding
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Tyler discusses his decision to stop competitively bidding jobs and instead position his business around the unique value he provides clients. He emphasizes understanding his differentiators, identifying the right customer fit, and providing tailored solutions rather than free estimates to help others transition away from competitive bidding. The M…
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#325 Real Estate & Entrepreneurship with Patrick L. Henderson
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Patrick L. Henderson, a successful real estate developer and entrepreneur, discusses his multifaceted business model that encompasses custom home building, luxury property development, and a thriving mentorship program for aspiring builders and developers. He shares insights into his strategic approach to navigating the high-end real estate market,…
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#324 Travis Brungardt & Brandon Jones
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Nick, Tyler, Travis and Brandon talk about the importance of effective punch list management and pre-construction planning. They also cover personal business experiences and aspirations, including the pros and cons of cost-plus contracts. https://buildshownetwork.com/podcast/building-consensus-podcast Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux T…
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Midweek with Tyler: Identifying Ideal Clients for Sustainable Growth
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Tyler discusses the importance of understanding your business and ideal customer before developing a marketing plan. He emphasizes the need to focus on who you are as a business, what you do well, and who your ideal client is before investing in marketing efforts. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Po…
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#323 Faith and Carpentry with Charles Kinard
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Charles Kinard, discusses his faith and how it informs his work ethic and business practices. Nick Schiffer and Tyler Grace explore their own perspectives on religion and the role it plays in their lives and businesses. https://www.323woodwork.com/ Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast …
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Endweek with Nick: Analyzing Roofing Material Performance Tradeoffs
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Nick discusses roofing materials, drainage systems, and installation details with the roofer. They debate the best approach for the roof drains, considering factors like waterproofing, insulation, and connection methods, ultimately deciding on using cast iron drains for the commercial building. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast…
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Midweek with Tyler: Building a Valuable Business Network in Construction
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Tyler emphasizes the importance of building a strong network and continuously learning in the construction industry. He provides key lessons for creating a successful, sustainable small business, including knowing your worth, finding your niche, and balancing work and life. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyle…
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#322 Navigating Business Growth, Pricing, and Subcontractor Management
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Nick and Tyler jump into their personal and business goals as they get older, including investing in the stock market & real estate and the importance of understanding business costs and pricing, attracting ideal clients, and effectively managing subcontractors. Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncra…
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Midweek with Tyler: Overcoming the "Starving Artist" Mindset in Business
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Tyler discusses the "starving artist" mentality that plagues many small business owners in the construction industry, leading to unsustainable business models and poor work-life balance. He emphasizes the importance of properly valuing one's time and charging fair rates to create a sustainable business and improve the overall industry. The Modern C…
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#321 Alec Meredith of Armstrong Construction
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Alec Meredith, a one-man construction business owner, discusses his journey into the industry and how he has adapted his business model to focus on pre-construction services and building relationships with clients and architects. Find our guest: https://armstrongcsllc.com/ Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux The Modern Craftsman: linktr.e…
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Endweek with Nick: Passive Level Construction
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Nick Schiffer discusses the building science and construction methods of the project, including the design of the flat roof, insulation details, and the importance of exterior insulation. He also promotes an upcoming contractor summit and offers exclusive deals to attendees. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nic…
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Midweek with Tyler: Navigating Residential Construction as an Owner-Operator
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Tyler discusses his recent family vacation and home renovation projects, as well as his insights on the challenges faced by small business owners in the residential construction industry, particularly around understanding and pricing employee costs. Tyler offers consulting services and an upcoming industry event to help address these issues. The Mo…
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#320 Nick,Tyler and Jeff Talk Balancing Profit and Perfection
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Nick Schiffer, Tyler Grace, and Jeff Sweenor discuss the challenges of building a high-end custom home, including roofing options, lighting design, and work-life balance. They also explore the importance of persistence, adaptability, and leveraging technology in the construction industry. Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux The Modern Cra…
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Nick confronts several issues on the 45 White Oak project, including a missed foundation inspection, coordinating with subcontractors and getting the project back on schedule. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Construction Company Handbook Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Modern Craftsman Merch: 2 …
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Midweek with Tyler: Family, Work, and Growth: A Contractor's Summer Update
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Tyler discusses recent personal and professional activities, including family events, a Habitat for Humanity project, and joining the Contractor Coalition Summit. He also shares insights on business growth for small contractors, common industry struggles, and his land development plans, while emphasizing the value of networking and knowledge-sharin…
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Midweek with Tyler: A Rocket Engineer's Journey to Astronaut Application and Homebuilding
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Tyler Grace and Brio Bourgeois discuss the challenges and rewards of building a new home, including financial considerations, design choices, and creating an ideal family environment. They also touch on career aspirations, including Brio’s application to become an astronaut, while sharing insights on property management and home technology. The Mod…
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