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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May 23, 2017 • 51min
#6 John Marley shares what it takes to keep high quality
John Marley superintendent for Spire Builders out of Bucks County, PA sits with the boys to discuss what it takes to keep quality high, and the importance of leaving no detail to chance on their multi million dollar build. John also talks about his early years in the business and how he started his own company - Marley Builders, which today, he still runs on the side as a woodworking company.
May 16, 2017 • 23min
#5 Road Trip!
Did someone say road trip?? John and Nick pack up the truck and head to Pennsylvania to visit with John Marley from Spire Builders. John is working on a large private custom home and the guys are amazed at the level of detail throughout the project, and the thought process that John Marley brings to the table. After a busy day, John and Nick recap their site visit on the long ride home.
May 9, 2017 • 53min
#4 Stephen King from Sap Woodworks calls in to the guys
Stephen King from Sap Woodworks calls in from the NWFA Expo in Phoenix, AZ and joins the guys for a chat about his hardwood flooring business. Stephen is at the forefront leading the way on educating people about his craft. Many of us take this trade for granted until something goes wrong, but Stephen walks us through every step of the process and why he loves what he does day in and day out.
May 1, 2017 • 41min
#3 Stan Romanek talks about transitioning from employee to owner
As day one of the JLC Live comes to a close, the boys sit down at the FastenMaster booth and chat with Stan Romanek from Level Home Improvements. Stan talks about his early start in the industry and how he transitioned from working for someone, to owning his own business.
Apr 25, 2017 • 41min
#2 Brian Kitchen from Drywall Nation joins the guys at JLC Live
Nick, Tyler and John are back at the JLC Live. They crashed the Marvin Windows and Doors booth and are talking with Brian Kitchen from Drywall Nation. The guys chat with Brian about how he got started in the drywall industry, and how him and his partner Nick built the Drywall Nation Brand.
Apr 13, 2017 • 28min
#1 Dennis Molla joins the guys at JLC Live
Nick, Tyler and John attend the JLC Live in Providence, Rhode Island. They talk with Dennis Molla, from Molla Construction who takes us through his journey from how he got started to where he is today.
Apr 11, 2017 • 23min
Intro to the Modern Craftsman Podcast
In this inaugural episode of The Modern Craftsman, Nick Schiffer, Tyler Grace and Johnny Hourihan introduce you to the world of the Modern Craftsman through their eyes with stories, experiences and tips to help build your brand. The boys kick off the first episode in Nick's shop all huddled around a single mic on a Home Depot bucket. Stay tuned for more!
