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Modern Craftsman

#359 Tim McNamara Talks About Working Smarter, Not Harder

Apr 28, 2025
01:36:29

Tim McNamara joins Tyler to share the mindset shifts that have shaped his construction business journey. They dig into lessons from scaling, the price of early mistakes, and what it takes to build a company that lasts — without burning out.

Show Notes:

Introduction to the Podcast and Guest (0:00) Project Overview: Mullen Building Condo Project (1:11) Sponsor Messages and Industry Insights (2:17) Tim's Background and Early Career (3:46) Challenges of Building Tighter Homes (5:33) Tim's Transition to Business Ownership (7:46) Post-COVID Business Strategy (15:53) Balancing Subcontracting and In-House Work (36:18) Leadership and Management in Business (36:47) The Young Craftsman Foundation (48:28) Long-Term Goals and Industry Impact (1:00:46) Work-Life Balance and Business Philosophy (1:10:27) Integrity and Financial Literacy in Business (1:17:44) The Role of AI in Business and Personal Life (1:29:07) The Young Craftsman Foundation and Community Support (1:31:05) Final Thoughts and Future Plans (1:33:39)

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Podcast Produced By:

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