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 r…
April 4, 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 …
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 e…
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…
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 Hu…
March 7, 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…
Feb. 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. F…
Feb. 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 …
Feb. 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 remode…
Feb. 7, 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,…
Jan. 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 tele…
Jan. 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…
Jan. 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…
Jan. 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 …
Jan. 3, 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 …
Dec. 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 reli…
Dec. 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 shar…
Dec. 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 l…
Dec. 6, 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 ca…
Nov. 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…
Nov. 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…
Nov. 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 de…
Nov. 8, 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…
Nov. 1, 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 t…