Modern Craftsman

Tyler Grace shares his experiences building a house in Belize with his father and returning home from vacation, discussing the culture, construction practices, and cost of living in Belize while outlining his plans to develop helpful resources for small construction businesses on his website. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

Austin Katje joins to discuss balancing business growth and personal life while working in the construction industry. The guys also share experiences with career choices, managing diverse projects, learning from mistakes, and finding hobbies outside of work. Jeff Sweenor aslo joins as a guest co-host.  Austin Katje https://veldco.com/ Guest co-host Jeff Sweenor https://www.youtube.com/@Sweenorbuilders Modern Craftsman Partnerships   Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media

Tyler Grace provides advice to a young contractor experiencing a slowdown in business, encouraging him to focus on relationships and goals over quick money. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

David Wintzer discusses construction industry challenges like hiring and retention, leveraging AI, pre-construction processes, and collaboration over competition. They also explore the struggles in mentoring, financial strain, emotional challenges, and professionalism in the industry. The podcast delves into the evolution of AI in construction, efficiency in architecture, robotics, and technology integration. Collaboration and event promotion in the construction sector are also highlighted.

Tyler Grace, a residential contractor specializing in creating sustainable small businesses, discusses the challenges of running a small business without overworking. He shares insights on efficiency, value, impact of hiring for renovations, strategies for profitability, navigating imposter syndrome, and the importance of support in the industry.

Andrew Patterson of Patterson Custom Homes has developed a home maintenance system to  help builders educate homeowners and track required maintenance. Nick, Tyler and Andrew  also cover challenges with new materials, setting clear expectations, and protecting reputations. Andrew Patterson https://pattersoncustomhomes.com/ Modern Craftsman Partnerships   Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades  

Tyler discusses the importance of accounting for inefficiencies in small businesses by factoring in downtime, mistakes, and other unavoidable issues, and advocates setting rates based on realistic productivity expectations rather than assuming perfect efficiency. He also shares challenges he faced in a recent enduro bike race and lessons learned about persevering through difficulties. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

Eric Reinholdt shares how he added passive income streams to his architecture business allowing him to choose the jobs he wants and not have to "sell" himself.  They discuss best practices for small business owners and contractors to consider alternative models that allow for profitability and flexibility. Eric Reinholdt https://thirtybyforty.com Modern Craftsman Partnerships   Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades  

Tyler interviews Logan Rolfe about his transition from commercial cabinet installations to starting his own millwork business in Northwest Arkansas, discussing challenges with custom kitchen design, building relationships with clients, and strategies for growing a small business. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

The podcast delves into the challenges builders face in cash flow management and how technology is changing the game. Topics include efficient expense tracking, pricing strategy, automated receipt capture, and the importance of understanding cash flow for project success.