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.
Episodes
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Nov 5, 2018 • 2h 27min
#42 The Legend Mark Martinez joins the guys
Mark Martinez shares his story from being a bad a** framer all the way to Martinez Tool Co. Buckle up for a great episode.
Oct 29, 2018 • 1h 10min
#41 The guys talk systems and subs
Tyler shares how he developed his system for vetting incoming jobs. The guys also talk about finding subs who work with a sense of urgency.
Oct 22, 2018 • 1h 55min
#40 Kevin O'Connor joins John, Nick and Tyler
The guys discuss the future of the trades and how to bring in young talent.
Oct 16, 2018 • 1h 28min
#39 Q&A
Instagram live Q&A with Nick and John.
Sep 14, 2018 • 1h 53min
#38 Matt Risinger talks pros and cons of closed foam insulation
In this episode, Matt Risinger @risingerbuild and the guys talk about the benefits and drawbacks of closed foam insulation, managing your business through economical downtimes and finding the balance between work and family life.
Jul 19, 2018 • 56min
#37 - Q&A
Instagram Live Q&A with John, Nick and Tyler.
Jul 9, 2018 • 56min
#36 Jeff Himstedt balances working full time in military services and runs his woodworking business at night
Jeff Himstedt owner of @j.him_woodworking talks about how he manages working full time for the military services and runs his woodworkings business at night.
May 31, 2018 • 59min
#35 The guys are at JLC with Shawn Van Dyke
Shawn Van Dyke starts our Business Coaching Series!!! Author of "The Paperwork Punch List" 28 Days to Streamline Your Construction Business. Former GC; Redbud Construction (7yrs) and Chief Operating Office at Finish Point Trim & Millwork (3+ yrs). Love some good biz talk and this is Shawn's bread & butter, enjoy!!! Shawnvandyke.com
Apr 25, 2018 • 46min
#34 Jason Burgess grew up building homes the "old school" way.
Jason Burgess, a life long carpenter grew up building homes the "old school" way. Working for a local builder that would farm his own logs and mill them into the necessary lumber to build the homes they created. Start to finish, he would be onsite with his boss performing almost every trade. Jason went off into to a number of related careers only to come back to residential construction with he started his company. Beginning with his personal home, he put a heavy focus on the efficiency and advanced methods of construction. Now a growing business he continues to educate himself and his clients to understand his approach to provide a superior hone.
Apr 12, 2018 • 53min
#33 Jordan Smith of The Build Show joins the guys
Steel fabricator turned craftsman and this is The Build Show's Jordan Smith. We chat w/ Jordan about his roll at Risinger Co. & his path to connecting w/ residential construction and Matt Risinger.
