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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Apr 2, 2018 • 1h 1min
#32 Jeremy Cottingham talks about growth
Jeremy Cottingham of @Cottingham LTD. breaks down his fast growth in the residential contracting world & his realization that it wasn't his passion. This realization guided him a specialized niche that pushes his passion and creativity to the limits. We also tough on growth…. Growing just to grow to cover all the jobs and not scaled growth. Hope you enjoy Podcast #2 live from JLCLive 2018!!!
Mar 26, 2018 • 1h 9min
#31 Mike Guertin joins the guys at JLC Live
Kicking off JLC Live 2018 at the Huber Engineered Woods Booth with Mike Guertin. Mike is a builder, editorial advisor for Fine Home Building and a JLC Live teacher. We chat with Mike about all he is doing within the building community and so much more!
Mar 21, 2018 • 1h 17min
#30 Brad Leavitt shares his story
We talk shop w/ Arizona builder Brad Leavitt of A Finer Touch Construction Company. He shares how he got his start in the construction industry, business plan, culture, hiring process and so much more!
Mar 13, 2018 • 42min
#29 Q&A at Cape Cod Lumber's social meet up
We go live answering your questions while attending Cape Cod Lumber's social media meet-up!!!
Feb 24, 2018 • 41min
#28 Kuiken Brothers Live product EXPO
In November 2016, The Modern Craftsman was created.... Thanks to Kuiken Brothers, Nick, Tyler and John all met for the first time. Give a listen to this first meet up with a seminar the boys took part in called "The Modern Craftsman and Social Media".
Feb 10, 2018 • 1h 10min
#27 Rob Yagid, Editorial Director for Fine Homebuilding Magazine
Fine Homebuilding Magazine's Editorial Director; Rob Yagid closes out our podcasts while at IBS 2018. Son of a master carpenter, this industry is in his blood! Rob spearheaded the #keepcraftalive movement and we dig into where this industry is heading..... Rob is a great guy and a pleasure to speak with. We hope you enjoy this podcast!!!!
Feb 5, 2018 • 28min
#26 Christine Marvin a 4th generation Marvin family member
We chat w/ Christine Marvin a 4th generation Marvin family member of Marvin Windows & Doors!! We wanted to know the secret to building a huge company while keeping the culture of a small business!!!
Jan 19, 2018 • 37min
#25 Tom Silva
Tom Silva is really all you need to say..... Tom is responsible for inspiring so many of us for being introduced to this industry. Such a class act and a pleasure to talk to. Hope you Enjoy!!! Huge thank you to This Old House & Marvin Windows and Doors for the opportunity!!!
Jan 16, 2018 • 1h 13min
#24 Matt Risinger's third visit with the guys
Matt Risinger has so much knowledge to drop that we had to put a mic in front of him for a 3rd time!!!! We crashed the booth of Huber Eng. Woods, and talked a little about what we thought about their products.... Also, hit building science and so much more. Enjoy!!!
Jan 12, 2018 • 1h 3min
#23 @Toolaholic joins the guys at IBS '18
@toolaholic joins us for our 2nd podcast from the floor of the 2018 International builder show in Orlando. Kiefer gives us a little insight into 2018 plans, tools, site crashers, IG content & his view of the industry.
