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Safety in the Industry – An Ongoing Issue
When working, managing, or owning a business in the trades industry whether it be electrical, welding, HVAC, plumbing, or construction- safety should be the number one priority. The trades as a whole require you to achieve the proper safety training such as OSHA 10,...
Peter Akguc from Benchmark Design and Build
Peter Akguc started his career as trader on wall street after pursuing a degree in finance. But the stress of the job lead to an unhealthily lifestyle. He transitioned into real estate and construction as the economy was rebounding from the financial crisis. The...
Adam McKinnon From the Real Stair Guy
Choosing a niche can be good. Adam McKinnon says he likes being specialized. He really likes sticking with installing stairs. It would be much better for the general contractor to decide what stair finishes will be before framing. Adam stressed the importance of...
Justin Macdonald from JMD Electric
Justin MacDonald loves helping clients realize what they want. Concerning whether a contractor should have a college degree or not, Justin says that when you have an education no one can take that away from you. However, Justin was more interested in building a life...
Brady Johanson from Brady Colt Custom Homes
Brady Johanson is the founder of Brady Colt Custom Homes. Brady Sits on the Board of directors and is also significantly involved in the Young Professional Leadership Committee where the young professionals of the industry combine their resources to help and aid local...
How To Find Your Unique Voice And Market Yourself In The Local Community – Kayle Sickler
Kayle Sickler joins us from Settlement Post and Beam which specializes in building solid post frame structures. Sickler, shares how he develop a sales and marketing acumen while working at his family’s business. He learned more about the craft from his dad and is now...
Have A Passion To Educate Yourself And Continually Improve Your Business – Dan Devol
Early on Dan Devol went to work for Appalachian Forest Products. Then he went to work for a finish carpenter. Dan says that in finish carpentry, he learned you have to be good and you have to be fast. At 21 he bought and rebuilt a house and then sold it. He made $40K...
Stick To Your Values And Get The Job Done Right – Sam Pabich
Sam Pabich is now co-owner of the building company his grandfather started decades ago. Sam incorporated the company with his dad at age 19. Their company, Pabich Homes, is based on these guiding principles and core values: Customer relationships Clear communication...
Just Find Out What People Want And Give It To Them – Connor Crook
Comes from a long line of contractors. But went to school to be a lawyer. Connor says, the best thing that happened to him is when he got pushed out of the law firm and went out on his own. The most important thing to learn in business is what you don’t know. When...
How To Quit Your Job And Go On Your Own Successfully – Michael Kaestner
In this episode Michael Kaestner shares entrepreneurial wisdom and practical advice that highlights the importance of getting started early, networking, and coming out strong with a well-defined business plan. Had a lot of fear in taking that 1st step and committing...
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