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...
December 13, 2022
Ep 102: Moving From Red to Green
There’s a struggle with every business owner that the passion and hours they put into their business is not always rewarded with more free time or profit. This often stems from not having the proper systems in place, and a lack of...
December 06, 2022
Ep 101: What Makes You Different?
Marketing can often seem like an unnecessary expense to a small business. As your business grows, marketing becomes more important, and our guest today reframes the conversation around marketing as the best investment you can make in your growth....
November 29, 2022
Ep 100: Without a Plan
We’re taught that failure is something to avoid at all costs, but our guest today is an example that trying and failing is just part of the learning process on your way to success. Meet Jeremy Delk, a serial entrepreneur and self-proclaimed industry...
November 22, 2022
Ep 99: Speaking the Same Language
Anyone who’s been in the construction industry long enough knows that there can be a disconnect between architects and builders. Often this comes from a lack of education, communication, and differing expectations. Our guest, Jacob Brillhart, is an...
November 15, 2022
Ep 98: Let’s Talk About Addiction
098: Let’s Talk About Addiction with Brandee Izquierdo The stigma of addiction is crippling our industry. There needs to be a path out of it. Our guest today is Dr. Brandee Izquierdo, a prior construction worker who has dealt with addiction...
November 08, 2022
Ep 97: Avoiding Self Sabotage
097: Avoiding Self Sabotage with Andrew Wagner Creating a custom design build company is an undertaking. Running it with the goal of building great relationships with clients and changing the way the local industry culture operates is another...
November 01, 2022
Ep 96: Do Hard Things
**Trigger Warning** This piece briefly discusses suicide and suicidal ideation, and some people might find it disturbing. If you or someone you know is suicidal, please, contact your physician, go to your local ER, or call the suicide prevention...
October 25, 2022
Ep 95: Starving for Knowledge
The economy is shifting, and buying a home is becoming more difficult not just because of rising interest rates. Regulation, antiquated processes, and red tape have caused the home building process to become so expensive that building affordable...
October 18, 2022
EP 94: The Pro Remodeler Perspective
Erika Mosse is a mother, a journalist, a speaker, and a facilitator who works diligently to champion small businesses and women in the trades.
October 11, 2022
EP 93: Keep It Simple
Building a business takes discipline, determination and a vision for the future. Matt Livingston shares his history as an entrepreneur across several different fields and what continues to drive him.
October 04, 2022
EP 92: Putting Yourself Out There
Susan & Paul Kadilak are a power couple that place their emphasis on authenticity and creative solutions. Their ability to market their businesses with transparency and personality has given them a growing following on social media which has led to some amazing opportunities.
September 27, 2022
EP 91: The Flying V
Warren Barry is an award-winning pioneer in the field of human resources who studies the implications of counterintuitive work environments on individuals and organizations. Warren brings insights to employees, employers, and human resource professionals alike which leads to harmony, productivity, and profitability.
September 20, 2022
EP 90: Growth Through Diversity
Casting a wider net while focusing on a diverse culture can be a catalyst to grow a company. Buchanan Construction has achieved success over the last decade by combining the knowledge of their team to provide a broad range of services for their clients.
September 13, 2022
EP 89: Winners Find a Way
Trent Clark is no stranger to winning. He has three WORLD SERIES rings as a coach. He is the Founder of Leadershipity.com and Courage Coach LLC and is dedicated to empowering people to reach their goals.
September 06, 2022
EP 88: Robbing Peter
The residential construction industry is on the back side of the current business cycle. With a tightening market and softening demand you need to ensure you will have enough cash to cover jobs without relying on a Line Of Credit.
August 30, 2022
EP 87: Speak Easy and Thrive
Conversations have the power to inspire, engage-and even entertain. From late night talk show hosts to award-winning podcasters, great conversationalists can move an audience to laughter or tears, action or stillness.
August 23, 2022
EP 86: Earning Your Stripes
This fourth generation builder has done things the right way for a long time. That’s not to say they haven't made mistakes. Through trial and error they have become one of the most sought after and respected builders in their market.
August 16, 2022
EP 85: Ask More Questions
Brad Leavitt is our guest on this episode. He is President and Founder of “A Finer Touch Construction” - a Scottsdale based luxury residential and commercial builder.
August 09, 2022
EP 84: She Built This City
She Built This City’s mission is to provide industry disruptive programming that sparks interest and builds pathways to lucrative careers in the skilled trades for youth, women and marginalized communities.
August 02, 2022
EP 83: What Is She Doing Now?
As a small business owner/builder there are always new challenges to face and overcome. Jennifer Hoffman shares with us her journey and growth over the last two years.
July 26, 2022
EP 82: The Great Game of Business
Over the last 4 decades, The Great Game of Business has built a community of businesses that are committed to a better life for themselves and for their employees. Any organization whose performance can be measured with financial statements can play The Great Game of Business.
July 19, 2022
EP 81: Figuring Things Out
Having a solid set of core values and strong relationships with your clients and trades will pave the way for success in your business.
July 12, 2022
EP 80: Master Builder Architect
New England Design & Construction Founder and CEO discusses what it really means to be an Architect in today's world, and how we can change history to build a brighter future for the industry.
July 05, 2022
EP 79: Scrum
John Jardine explains how a visual system for project management ensures everybody knows where a project stands and what needs to be done. Stop putting out fires every day.
June 28, 2022
EP 78: The Roaring 20's (Revisited)
When it comes to the economy you need to block out the noise and don’t be swayed by over-hyped headlines. Make your decisions based on data. Economic forecasting, using leading indicators, will better position your business to thrive.
June 21, 2022
EP 77: The Emotional Homeowner
Homeowners go through an emotional roller coaster while their home is being built or renovated. It’s easy to see why. Their normal lives get turned upside down from the chaos of construction When things go sideways, clients want to...
June 14, 2022
EP 76: A Stolen Opportunity
As builders, we pride ourselves on doing good work for our community. We build the places that raise families, foster small businesses and enrich the lives of those around us. That’s why we invest in equipment that gets the job done right.
June 07, 2022
EP 75: Go for Stupid
Our guest on this episode started out as a bricklayer from London, England. Learn how he developed a mindset, habits, systems, and relationships that have got him into some of the world’s most exclusive circles.
May 31, 2022
EP 74: Why I Go to The Builders Show
In this episode we talk with friend and colleague Brandon Bryant with Red Tree Builders in Asheville, North Carolina. We discuss why events like the International Builders Show are so valuable, mental health, and a few other topics.
May 24, 2022
EP 73: The Paradox of Uncertainty
When you know everything, nobody can help you. When you have the confidence to share your challenges you invite heroes to help you solve them. Shannon Waller shares the subtleties of how to use uncertainty to attract others to your mission.
May 17, 2022
EP 72: Getting Out Of The Way
Tye Alroe believes that building a Dream Home is a culmination of years of visualizing, idea sharing, & hard work...it's something very special and he treats it that way. We think he believes the same about building a dream business.
May 10, 2022
EP 71: Deep Wealth
Guest Jeffrey Feldberg discusses how to increase the value of your business by preparing it for a liquidity event.
May 03, 2022
EP 70: Ready, Set, Grow
A business developer shares how she took a top Salt Lake City Custom Home Builder to new levels by practicing, understanding her team’s value, and telling the right stories.
April 26, 2022
EP 69: The New Reality
We are in a new reality. We’re not going back to what used to be considered NORMAL. In this episode I talk with Business Coach and friend Scott Beebe from My Business on Purpose.
April 19, 2022
EP 68: Great Brands
A brand is an intangible marketing or business concept that helps people identify a company, product, or individual. People often confuse brands with things like logos, slogans, or other recognizable marks. We dive into what these intangible parts are and the impact they have.
March 29, 2022
EP 65: Inflation is an Opportunity
Inflation is upon us, and probably here to stay. You can look at this as a negative or see it as an opportunity. It’s all about how you position your business for the future. Join us for a conversation with Spencer Powel from Builder Funnel Academy.
March 22, 2022
EP 64: More Storytelling, Less Reporting
People want to do business with People. What types of things are you doing in your business, or for your team, that could be shared with others? Join us for a conversation with returning guest Pamela Durkin as she urges all of us to do more.
March 15, 2022
EP 63: Embracing Technology
Time is money. Paul Kowalski explains why you should embrace technology to improve your business and elevate our industry.
March 01, 2022
EP 61: The Booth Interview
Duane Johns sits down with Nick Schiffer from NS Builders for a live interview from the show floor at the 2022 International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida.
February 22, 2022
EP 60: Unstuck Yourself
Being an entrepreneur can be a grind. Mike Malatesta learned this the hard way. He endured tragedy and failure - then shifted. Now a best-selling author - he’s on a mission to help other business owners get unstuck.
February 15, 2022
EP 59: A Business Owner that Builds
Founders of construction and remodeling companies will tell you there are many different roads to starting a business. This week we hear how a self-taught sub-contractor transitioned to building a growing home remodeling company.
February 08, 2022
EP 58: Recruiting Myths 4, 5 & 6
Everyone’s competing for talent, but who’s doing it right? Well, our guests on this episode certainly are. These guys have cracked to code on how to reach top construction professionals all across North America. We’re back with Ed and Paul.
February 01, 2022
EP 57: Pressure is a Privilege
If you are building a business you have undoubtedly felt the pressure, but that pressure is an opportunity to create more for yourself and the people around you.
January 25, 2022
EP 56: Mark Doesn’t Smile Enough
Mark Neave from NSM Construction has gone on a 20 year journey to uncover his recipe for success. At times that journey was a grind when he couldn’t muscle through. He figured out that “Showing Up” was always a great starting point.
January 18, 2022
EP 55: See the Investment Not the Cost
The most difficult thing to overcome is the inherent competition in the world of building businesses. Justin Breen dives into the secrets behind having a collaborative mindset and how you should only spend time and energy with people who get it.
January 11, 2022
EP 54: Hungry, Humble & Smart
Building a successful business takes time and effort but it can provide you the freedom to pursue other things. Sean Sullivan started out as a remodeler and subcontractor and used the Japanese concept of Kaizen to continuously improve himself, his team, and transform his business.
January 04, 2022
EP 53: The People Plan
Most of us, at some point, have lost valuable team members. Our guest this week is a familiar voice, and he's going to explain the change in mindset that's needed to hold onto the people you already have.