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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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01:18:38

#67 Starting a new business?

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2019/05/06

If you're starting a business or have plans to start a business of any kind this episode is a must listen. The guys talk with Chris who is starting his own construction business. Chris is an avid listener of the podcast and stopped by to observe Nick's shop. Then the guys gave him a mic and started asking him the hard questions! Special thanks to Chris for being on the podcast with zero warning and jumping into the fire. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

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02:15:19

#66 Not compromising quality for budget

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2019/04/29

Nick and Tyler went live on Instagram to answer your questions. This episode circles around one main theme... making the tough decision to not compromise quality for budget. The guys share their experiences from both sides of the fence. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncrafts

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02:21:52

#65 The guys answer their own questions

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2019/04/21

This week the guys return to their roots and talk to each other about their current struggles and try to help each other find solutions. The conversation includes making realistic schedules, client relationships, and risk tolerance. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncrafts

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02:30:49

#64 Peter Humphrey & Louisa Eggleston join the guys

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2019/04/15

Peter Humphrey & Louisa Eggleston of Humphrey Munson talk about kitchens and kitchen design. Peter shares the origin story of Humphrey Munson and what it takes to build a brand. This episode dives deep on quality, team building, and maintaining excellence. Humphrey Munson is based in the UK where they design and build handmade kitchens. Where to find our guests: @humphreymunson on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts

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01:44:49

#63 John Marley and Steve Kane join the guys

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2019/04/08

Nick and Johnny grill Steve about what it's like working with Tyler every day and Marley shares an interesting story about working with a feng shui consultant on one of his new construction projects. The guys have a deep discussion about building and maintaining strong relationships with employees. Where to find our guests: John Marley @finewoodworking on Instagram Steve Kane @stevekane1022 on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace

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02:47:33

#62 CJ Nielsen is the first electrician to join the guys

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2019/04/01

CJ Nielsen is a high-end residential electrical contractor in Sonoma County California. CJ talks about his start in the industry which eventually lead him to create CNC Electric. He discusses the economy he works in, wildfires, and where he sees himself in 10 years. Where to find our guest: CJ Nielsen @cnc_electric on Instagram. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on

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01:08:19

#61 Manny of Hardcore Renos joins the guys

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2019/03/25

In our final podcast from the International Builders Show 2019, the guys talk with Manny Neves. Manny started out in the film industry and then found himself renovating homes in Toronto CA. The guys talk about starting out and finding your inner confidence, understanding the client relationship on a deeper level and the good & bad of Instagram. This episode is sponsored by Thermory. Where to find our guests: Manny @hardcorerenos on Instagram and YouTube. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer

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01:09:11

#60 The guys talk pros and cons of using builder...

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2019/03/17

We dropped by the Buildertrend booth at IBS to talk with Paul Wurth VP of Sales. The guys dive deep on the benefits and the drawbacks of implementing software on the job site. Nick uses BuilderTrend for his jobs and Johnny has his own system. Get an in-depth look at both sides. This episode is sponsored by Buildertrend. Where to find our guests: @buildertrend on Instagram. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John

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01:38:55

#59 Jure Krpan of Dakota Homes & Matt Minchew of...

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2019/03/11

We stopped at the Huber Engineered Woods booth at the International Builders Show and talked with Jure Krpan of Dakota Homes and Matt Minchew GM ZIP System Roof Applications. Don't be alarmed if you visit @dakotahomes on Instagram and see no profile picture. Jure builds custom homes in Vancouver Canada. Matt Minchew is spearheading the growth of ZIP System Roof Applications. The guys talk about quality and how you can't fake it. This episode is sponsored by Huber Engineered Woods. Where to find

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01:08:19

#58 Richard Trethewey of This Old House joins the guys

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2019/03/04

Our second episode coming out of the International Builders Show 2019 features Richard Trethewey. He has been the plumbing and HVAC expert on This Old House for the past 40 years. Rich talks about the future of the trades, why he decided to share his expertise and techniques on TOH and shares some great stories! Where to find our guest: Richard Trethewey @thisoldplumber on Instagram & Twitter and This Old House Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace

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01:44:25

#57 Adam L. Esparza of ALE Tile & Andrew Acker of...

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2019/02/25

Internation Builders Show 2019! The guys set up at the Schluter-Systems booth to talk with Adam L. Esparza of ALE Tile & Andrew Acker of Schluter-Systems. They discuss the evolution of tiling as a trade and the important details that are often overlooked or disregarded. A must listen for all things tile! Where to find our guest: Adam L. Esparza @aletile on Instagram Andrew Acker @schlutersystemsna on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace

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01:08:30

#56 International Builders Show 2019

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2019/02/18

This year the International Builders Show (IBS) and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) are in Las Vegas and the guys share their past experiences and how to maximize your time at the show. To start the episode National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) CEO Jerry Howard joins the guys and shares his story and talks about IBS and the future of Design and Construction Week.

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02:54:34

#55 Melissa Hryszko FINALLY joins the guys

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2019/02/11

Melissa Hryszko of Veranda Estate Homes Inc. and co-host of the Modern Design Minds Podcast joins the guys to share her process, work-life balance, the power of saying no and much more. Where to find our guest: Melissa Hryszko @verandainterior on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman

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01:57:56

#54 I hope this helps!!! Festool Sedge joins the guys

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2019/02/03

Brian "Sedge" Sedgeley shares his journey from making cabinets in Flordia to working with Festool across the country. Buckle up it's a good one! Where to find our guest: Brian Sedgeley @festoolsedge & @sedgetv on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman

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01:53:09

#53 Jeff Sweenor talks team building and always...

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2019/01/27

Jeff Sweenor President and CEO of Sweenor Builders in Narragansett, RI joins the guys and shares his 30 years of building experience and knowledge. Jeff talks about numbers, building his team, working with This Old House, and much more. Where to find our guest: Jeff Sweenor @sweenor_builders on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern

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02:42:14

#52 Jeff Harvey talks about safety and work place...

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2019/01/20

Jeff Harvey of Harvey Homes and Interiors shares why he started his business and how he has cultivated a thriving culture for his employees. He also talks about an accident he had on the job site and how sharing his story on social media was a wake-up call to builders in the IG community. Where to find our guest: Jeff Harvey @harveyhomesandinteriors 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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02:10:27

#51 Awesome Framer's Tim Uhler joins the guys

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2019/01/14

Tim Uhler of Awesome Framers talks about his values, work ethic, and shares the truth about tool reviews in the age of Instagram. Where to find our guest: Tim Uhler @awesomeframers on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman

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02:12:06

#50 Matt Troyer of Emergent Group joins the guys

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2019/01/07

What do you do when your guys take on side work? Should you consider creating a partnership? Just a couple of the questions that come up while the guys talk with Matt Troyer CEO of Emergent Group out of Indianapolis. Where to find our guest: Matt Troyer @emergent_indy on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @

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01:45:01

#49 Zach Kenney owner of ZK painting joins the guys

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2018/12/26

Zach shares his story about how and why he focuses on the high-end painting market. He talks about the difficulty of saying no and shares the proof to his success. Where to find our guest: Zach Kenney @zkpainting on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @ the.moderncraftsman

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01:26:08

#48 Part 02 of Brian Charron's discussion with the guys

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2018/12/17

Brian Charron of Silver Phoenix talks about his sub-pool and how he utilizes them across his projects. The guys also get into a discussion about project management and valuing your time. Where to find our guest: Brian Charron @silver_phoenix_construction on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @

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