Modern Craftsman
Modern Craftsman
The Modern Craftsman is a podcast for builders who think beyond the jobsite. Hosted by Nick Schiffer and Tyler Grace, this show explores what it takes to build a better business, a stronger team, and a more sustainable career in the trades.
Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.
Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.
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Jan 20, 2019 • 2h 42min
#52 Jeff Harvey talks about safety and work place culture
Jeff Harvey of Harvey Homes and Interiors shares why he started his business and how he has cultivated a thriving culture for his employees. He also talks about an accident he had on the job site and how sharing his story on social media was a wake-up call to builders in the IG community. Where to find our guest: Jeff Harvey @harveyhomesandinteriors on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Jan 14, 2019 • 2h 10min
#51 Awesome Framer's Tim Uhler joins the guys
Tim Uhler of Awesome Framers talks about his values, work ethic, and shares the truth about tool reviews in the age of Instagram. Where to find our guest: Tim Uhler @awesomeframers on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Jan 7, 2019 • 2h 12min
#50 Matt Troyer of Emergent Group joins the guys
What do you do when your guys take on side work? Should you consider creating a partnership? Just a couple of the questions that come up while the guys talk with Matt Troyer CEO of Emergent Group out of Indianapolis. Where to find our guest: Matt Troyer @emergent_indy on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Dec 26, 2018 • 1h 45min
#49 Zach Kenney owner of ZK painting joins the guys
Zach shares his story about how and why he focuses on the high-end painting market. He talks about the difficulty of saying no and shares the proof to his success. Where to find our guest: Zach Kenney @zkpainting on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Dec 17, 2018 • 1h 26min
#48 Part 02 of Brian Charron's discussion with the guys
Brian Charron of Silver Phoenix talks about his sub-pool and how he utilizes them across his projects. The guys also get into a discussion about project management and valuing your time. Where to find our guest: Brian Charron @silver_phoenix_construction on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Dec 14, 2018 • 1h 58min
#47 Brian Charron joins the guys and talks work life balance
Brian Charron of Silver Phoenix Construction joins John, Nick, and Tyler to discuss how he got into the construction business and how he balances his family and work. This is part 01 of 02 talking with Brain. Where to find our guest: Brian Charron @silver_phoenix_construction on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Dec 5, 2018 • 1h 53min
#46 Q&A Holiday season setbacks
The guys talk about the reality of getting things done before the holiday season and the setbacks they face. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman
Nov 26, 2018 • 1h 48min
#45 Amy Lynn joins the guys to talk functional design
Amy Lynn of Amy Lynn Interiors talks about the difference between interior designers and decorators, the relationship between interior designers and contractors/architects and describes her day to day as a functional designer.
Nov 19, 2018 • 59min
#44 The guys speak at the Kuiken Brothers Live Product EXPO with Kevin O'Connor
"Inspiring The Next Generation of Craftsman" a panel discussion at the Kuiken Brother Live Product EXPO featuring Nick, Tyler, and Johnny with Kevin O'Connor hosting. The guys talk about what they're doing to keep craftsmanship alive and what the future holds.
Nov 12, 2018 • 1h 44min
#43 Mike Elayan talks money and custom homes with the guys
Mike Elayan joins the guys to talk about billing, money and building custom homes vs. spec homes.
