May 30, 2023
Ep 126: Building Science Recalibrated
The term building science was born in the 80s, and today high-performance homes and energy efficiency are buzzwords used throughout the custom home building industry. Building science is the understanding of air, heat, and moisture flow. It’s been a...
May 23, 2023
Ep 125: Doctor Drone
Technology can be difficult to keep up with. The rate of change is incredible, and training can sometimes fall to the bottom of the priority list. Our guest explains the rewards a business can see by investing in this training. Dr. Joe Burgett joins...
May 16, 2023
Ep 124: Designing a Legacy
A home builder is often worried about efficiency and timeline, not design. That’s why it’s so important to involve an architect in your home-building process. Our guest today is an architectural designer that approaches the process with the eye of...
May 09, 2023
Ep 123: The Kid That Won’t Leave
The school of hard knocks is a training program many in this industry are familiar with. Our guest today is no different. Will King, owner of High Cotton Homes, shares his journey from fireman turned contractor turned business owner and how he...
May 02, 2023
Ep 122: Take Your Life Back
Investing in your business is not as common as you’d think. If you’re an avid listener of this show, you’re actually in the top 10% of business owners who are looking to improve themselves, their team, and their businesses. Today we invite Dr....
April 25, 2023
Ep 121: In the Arena
Reframing the concept of what it means to be a builder or a tradesperson has been difficult over the years. There are many common misconceptions, and the job of industry leaders is to challenge those misconceptions and shed light on the truth. Graeme...
April 18, 2023
Ep 120: The F Word
If you are looking to attract the top talent, systematize your processes across the board, and expand your business, chances are you’re here to find out. Custom home building and remodeling can be very personal, and maybe you’ve never considered...
April 11, 2023
Ep 119: Healthy Balance
Making smart investments is the most important action any business owner can take. Enter our guest, Cindy Cipriani, who uses her background in psychology and grief counseling to emphasize mental health and wellbeing in her remodeling company, Cipriani...
April 04, 2023
Ep 118: Unlocked
Company culture is the key that can separate your business from the competition. A positive company culture can align teams, retain talent, and support employees beyond the hours they spend at work. Today, Curt Janzen joins us to share the methods...
March 28, 2023
Ep 117: The Ideal Life
Today we welcome back a special guest who always brings insight and passion on the topic of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). For our listeners that have adopted this game-changing tool in their businesses, we’re excited to bring you the...
March 21, 2023
Ep 116: Keeping it Raw
This podcast has grown exponentially in the last two years, not just in viewership but in the amount of wisdom that’s been shared. The knowledge and transparency from our guests gives listeners the tools they need to command their own stories....
March 14, 2023
Ep 115: On the Rise
What tools, systems, and processes does your business have in place to create a stress-free experience for your clients? What marketing strategy are you using to get those clients through the door? Our guest today is Kyle Hunt, owner of Remodelers on...
March 07, 2023
Ep 114: Marketing Strategy vs Tactics
Your marketing strategy and your marketing tactics can gain your business different things. A strategy is taking stock of where you are and where you want to go, then taking the steps to bridge the two. Tactics flow within a framework. Maybe you have...
February 28, 2023
Ep 113: The Good Story
Growing up in a family that was part of the industry taught our guest today many valuable lessons before she decided to follow the same path. Now a successful custom home builder, Julie DuPree is here to share her journey. From hanging out with her...
February 21, 2023
Ep 112: Thinking Different
Pre-qualifying leads can be like unraveling a mystery, yet so many business owners skip this defining step in a successful process. Don’t waste your time, instead invest in discovering everything you need to know before you begin. David Lupberger...
February 14, 2023
Ep 111: 2023 State of the Industry
It’s very important in business to be able to benchmark against what is happening in your industry. The SORCI survey was created by the Association of Professional Builders to serve that exact purpose for builders and remodelers. This year over 1000...
February 07, 2023
Ep 110: Putting Ego Aside
At some point, every business either ends or transitions to new ownership. Oftentimes, the reason a business ends is because an owner is unprepared or overwhelmed with learning how to transfer ownership. Enter today’s guest, Joshua Dean. He wasn’t...
January 31, 2023
Ep 109: Come Back Strong
The past two years have been difficult for everyone involved in the building industry with supply chain issues, labor shortages, and cost increases. Today we talk with PJ Antonik, a custom home builder with a successful television series documenting...
January 24, 2023
Ep 108: Single Source of Truth
Higharc is a homebuilding automation platform that helps builders sell, build, permit, and estimate their homes. Truly unique, this is a centralized model where changes are made in real time. Our guest today is Abe Drechsler, who shares how Higharc...
January 17, 2023
Ep 107: Be Pro Be Proud
Perception of the building industry is important to the overall health of the industry. What if young people were taught that the trades can offer a great salary? That they’re cutting-edge, exciting, and cool? Our guest, Tim Minton talks about how...
January 10, 2023
Ep 106: The Only Guy With His Hand Up
Giving back to the building industry can be done in many ways. Teaching what you know, donating your time and expertise, and creating projects that build community are all ways our guest today has chosen to give back. David Belman is a builder,...
January 03, 2023
Ep 105: Addressing Mental Health
The building and remodeling industry has long avoided focusing on the mental health of its workforce. Often swept under the rug, there is a staggering number of suicide rates within our ranks, and thankfully it’s becoming a broader cultural priority...
December 27, 2022
Ep 104: Best of 2022
In this episode, we take a look back through Season 2 of The Builder Nuggets Podcast. Which episodes were listeners' top picks? Which episodes were most memorable for hosts Duane Johns and Dave Young? Tune in to help us relive the best moments of 2022...
December 20, 2022
Ep 103: Avoiding the Triangle of Distrust
The remodeling industry is booming and our guest today shares how his company has capitalized on the demand. David Pollard has previously earned a coveted spot on ProRemodeler’s 40 Under 40 list, and now he’s focused on sharing his expertise with...