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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

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01:47:35

#311 Sustainable Construction with Ben Bogie

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/05/06

Ben Bogie shares his knowledge of high-performance construction practices and sustainable building materials while developing systems to improve the industry and make these techniques accessible to all. https://www.instagram.com/benbogie Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books

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36:09

Midweek with Tyler: Simplifying Business Operations

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/05/02

Tyler Grace discusses his upcoming construction projects and business operations, preconstruction work, and the challenges of being a subcontractor versus going direct to customers. He emphasizes creating a profitable small business model with minimal hours and overhead. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction

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01:56:05

#310 Home Improvement with Zachary Dettmore

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2024/04/29

Zachary Dettmore discusses his experience working on a renovation project for This Old House, including how he bid the job without knowing the challenges of filming, and his goals for continually improving and scaling up his home improvement business. https://www.dettmore.com/ Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's

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44:47

Endweek with Nick: Conscious Craftsmanship

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2024/04/26

Matt Berman & Andrew Kline of Workshop APD, James Rob of Madera, and Nick Schiffer of NS Builders discuss design philosophies and approaches to using natural materials, emphasizing simplicity, honesty, and craftsmanship. They also share stories of past projects and lessons learned about balancing modern and traditional design elements. Matt Berman & Andrew Kline https://www.workshopapd.com James Rob https://www.maderasurfaces.com/ The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our

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Midweek with Tyler: Creating Resources to Help Other...

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/04/25

Tyler Grace discusses his plans to create resources for builders on the Modern Craftsman website to help listeners beyond consulting calls, while also seeking listener feedback to improve the podcast and website content. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple

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01:03:43

#309 Nick & Tyler Try to Overcome Imposter Syndrome

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2024/04/22

Nick Schiffer reflects on his past experience as a project manager and questions his identity as a builder while struggling with imposter syndrome, as Tyler Grace discusses balancing career growth while maintaining a flexible work-life balance as a small remodeler. Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media

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Midweek with Tyler: Building in Belize

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/04/18

Tyler Grace shares his experiences building a house in Belize with his father and returning home from vacation, discussing the culture, construction practices, and cost of living in Belize while outlining his plans to develop helpful resources for small construction businesses on his website. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles

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02:00:51

#308 Inspections with Austin Katje

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/04/15

Austin Katje joins to discuss balancing business growth and personal life while working in the construction industry. The guys also share experiences with career choices, managing diverse projects, learning from mistakes, and finding hobbies outside of work. Jeff Sweenor aslo joins as a guest co-host. Austin Katje https://veldco.com/ Guest co-host Jeff Sweenor https://www.youtube.com/@Sweenorbuilders Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman:

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37:59

Midweek with Tyler: Navigating slowdowns

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/04/11

Tyler Grace provides advice to a young contractor experiencing a slowdown in business, encouraging him to focus on relationships and goals over quick money. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

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01:50:15

#306 Hiring & Firing with David Wintzer

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/04/08

Nick Schiffer interviews David Wintzer about challenges in the construction industry, such as hiring and retaining qualified employees, and discusses potential solutions like artificial intelligence, pre-construction processes, and collaborating over competing. David Wintzer https://www.davidwintzer.com/ Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By:

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32:59

Midweek with Tyler: Creating a Sustainable Small...

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/04/04

Tyler Grace shares how he has come to understand that many residential contractors wish to run small businesses without working excessive hours, and how presenting his approach to creating a sustainable business model without scaling up has resonated strongly with other owners who want alternatives to the standard paths of growth. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business

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01:58:51

#306 Home Maintenance with Andrew Patterson

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2024/04/01

Andrew Patterson of Patterson Custom Homes has developed a home maintenance system to help builders educate homeowners and track required maintenance. Nick, Tyler and Andrew also cover challenges with new materials, setting clear expectations, and protecting reputations. Andrew Patterson https://pattersoncustomhomes.com/ Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace

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Midweek with Tyler: Accounting for Inefficiencies

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/03/28

Tyler discusses the importance of accounting for inefficiencies in small businesses by factoring in downtime, mistakes, and other unavoidable issues, and advocates setting rates based on realistic productivity expectations rather than assuming perfect efficiency. He also shares challenges he faced in a recent enduro bike race and lessons learned about persevering through difficulties. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif

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01:45:40

#305 30x40 Eric Reinholdt

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/03/25

Eric Reinholdt shares how he added passive income streams to his architecture business allowing him to choose the jobs he wants and not have to "sell" himself. They discuss best practices for small business owners and contractors to consider alternative models that allow for profitability and flexibility. Eric Reinholdt https://thirtybyforty.com Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick

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01:29:57

Midweek with Tyler: Transitioning to Ownership with...

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/03/21

Tyler interviews Logan Rolfe about his transition from commercial cabinet installations to starting his own millwork business in Northwest Arkansas, discussing challenges with custom kitchen design, building relationships with clients, and strategies for growing a small business. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My

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01:40:00

#304 Understanding your cash flow with Matt Calvano

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/03/18

Adaptive Co-Founder Matt Calvano discusses his company's financial management platform for construction companies, which aims to provide real-time visibility into cash flow and reduce paperwork through automation to help builders make better strategic decisions. Matt Calvano https://www.adaptive.build/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcalvano/ Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick

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02:01:20

#303 Architect Vincent Appel of Of Possible

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2024/03/11

Architect Vincent Appel, AIA NCARB joins Nick and Tyler to talk about White Oak the spec build he designed for Nick. He also talks about his creative process and his agency Of Possible. https://www.ofpossible.com/ Modern Craftsman Partnerships Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site

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58:53

#302 Kyle Stumpenhorst of RR Buildings Joins the Guys...

Modern Craftsman ·

2024/03/04

Kyle Stumpenhorst of RR Buildings joins the guys at the International Builders Show 2024 from the ROCKWOOL booth. Kyle discusses his process for building high-performance homes using building science techniques and sharing his knowledge through social media to educate others in the industry. He also explains how he incorporates proven building methods from traditional construction while pushing the limits of what can be done with post-frame structures. Modern Craftsman Partnerships

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01:04:59

#69 Tyler is in the hot seat with Melissa Hryszko &...

Modern Craftsman ·

2019/05/19

Modern Design Minds takes of The Modern Craftsman! Melissa Hryszko & Amy Kearns put Tyler in the hot seat and talk about designers, the role designers play in the PROcess, regulating designers and more. Enjoy! Where to find Modern Design Minds: @moderndesignminds on Instagram. Melissa Hryszko @verandainterior on Instagram. Amy Lynn @amylynn_interiors on Instagram. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan

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02:09:05

#68 Confident vs Cocky with Mike Telich

Modern Craftsman ·

2019/05/13

This week Mike Telich of Telich Custom Homes out of Baton Rouge Louisiana joins the guys. He talks about taking risks, what gives him an edge, not bidding against other contractors, the hardest lessons learned and being confident vs cocky with your skill. This Episode is sponsored by Kuiken Brothers. Where to find our guest: Mike Telich @telichcustomhomes on Instagram Where to find our sponsor: Kuiken Brothers @kuikenbrothers on Instagram www.kuikenbrothers.com Where to find our Hosts: Nick

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