Builder Funnel Radio

Spencer is a big believer in continuous growth, whether in your business or your personal life. As such, he reads dozens of books every year, which puts him in an excellent position to recommend a few of his favorites for you to read in 2020. Check out the full list here: https://info.builderfunnel.com/builder-funnel-radio/2020-book-recommendations

There is often an antagonistic relationship between architects and builders. Even though historically speaking, the architect was always a builder too. According to our guest David Supple, the schism between designer and builder is a recent one, and the confusion surrounding the two has harmed both the industry and client satisfaction. For more resources: https://info.builderfunnel.com/builder-fun...

We asked 102 professionals in both home building and remodeling what their marketing plan looks like for 2020. this information is vital for understanding the industry around you and how you stack up to your peers. Download these FREE reports for the inside scoop on what the other guys are doing, and to improve your marketing efforts in 2020. Subscribe and check out our full report here: https://i...

Daniel Allen is the co-founder of Trademutt, an Australian clothing company dedicated to making colorful, zany work shirts that start meaningful conversations about men's health and suicide prevention — particularly in the construction industry. Five percent of all Trademutt's profits help fund a discreet, free text-based service that connects those seeking help with psychologists 24/7, called Thi...

-- Why Should Home Builders and Remodelers Use Analytics Tools? -- Why use analytics tools? The short answer is, to see the ROI on your marketing methods. But there is so much more to it than that. Spencer is joined by Taylor Rennick, Client Success Manager and Inbound Marketing Strategist at Builder funnel, to discuss analytical tools and how they help your company strategy. Topics covered: a dee...

According to Patrick Camuso, CPA, if you're just now getting to your 2019 tax return, your window of opportunity to plan is already over. Tax returns are historical; all it is is looking back at the year passed. But proper tax planning is proactive and is done before the tax year even begins. Returns are about the past. Planning is about the future. In this episode, Patrick gives us insight into t...

Maybe your sales funnel is overflowing right now — that's great. But maybe you're thinking about an upcoming recession. Your funnel might not be so hot then. But there are ways to prep for your future sales funnel, and it involves thinking about the way you are handling your leads right now.

Can community events boost new home sales? The answer is a resounding yes. On this week's episode, Spencer is joined by Sarah Titus and Marissa Roden, the marketing team at Eastbrook Homes in West Michigan. Sarah and Marissa have been organizing free community events in West Michigan to get people in their homes and boost their sales. These events include sneak peeks, educational seminars, grand o...

Taylor Rennick joins Spencer on Builder Funnel Radio this week to discuss tariffs and their disproportionate effect on the construction industry. At first glance, tariffs seem like they should be outside the scope of worries for home builders and their marketers. But recent events have shown us otherwise. A trade war with China is in full force right now, and as a result, many of the imported mate...

In this episode, Spencer hosts David Gerstel. David is a seasoned vet in the construction industry. A published author and the head of several successful companies, David shares how to put systems in place so you can build a rock-solid estimate system (that you can charge for). Plus, how to drastically reduce your overhead and different ways to maximize profit.

Why is it important to have good images? Surprisingly few companies consider photo and video to be a worthwhile investment. We are here to tell you that it is. In this episode, Spencer discusses the importance of professional photography (and videography) in the business of building and remodeling homes, and the leverage it could give smaller companies over the big guys in the age of the internet.

Chris Hartley is several things: a VP of Sales and Marketing, a public speaker (and trainer), and a Professional Builder Magazine 40 Under 40 winner. Chris shares his expertise on a variety of essential topics, including emerging technologies for selling homes, the importance of company culture, and how reaching out to thought leaders is the first step to becoming a thought leader yourself. Chris...

In Episode 58 of Builder Funnel Radio Growth Series, Spencer discusses the difference between branding vs. marketing and how many people (including Spencer himself) have been reluctant to embrace the importance of branding.

In 2019, why do Net Zero Buildings matter so much to Eric's mission of improving the climate change crisis? Eric Corey Freed began his architecture career at age six while drawing better versions of his home on his father's RX pad. Since then, he's been passionate about sustainability- even before it was a trend. Learn more about green architecture and why it matters to all of us.

Tackle tough areas of your life that you would love to transform by altering your habits. Good habits are key to being consistent in anything you do. Sometimes we form, and act on habits that we don't even realize we have. We think our actions are intentional, but are they?

Rob Baugher brings 46 years of experience in the remodeling business to the Builder Funnel Radio podcast in this episode. Over the past 46 years, Rob has owned 25 companies. Rob has an understanding and a passion for the remodeling business that rarely seen, and he shares with us some incredible gems on today's show.

In marketing, building, and in life - things change rapidly. The ability to learn quickly and adapt can mean the difference between staying afloat or going under. In Episode 54 of Builder Funnel Radio Growth Series, Spencer talks about why it is so important to always be learning. As one of our Core Values at Builder Funnel, this principle has been a critical element to our team's growth.

In this episode, Spencer hosts Matthew Pollard. Matthew is an author, speaker, introvert, and rapid growth expert. Matthew talks to us about how to find your niche, how to tell a powerful story, and even how to systematize your sales process.

In the second episode of the Builder Funnel Growth Series, Spencer discusses creating content, blogging as an SEO strategy and traffic driver, and an explanation about the Inbound Method. https://info.builderfunnel.com/builder-funnel-radio/grow-website-traffic-with-blogs

Spencer hosts Darnyelle Harmon of IncredibleOneInterprises.com. Darnyelle comes to Builder Funnel Radio from outside the builder industry, but her knowledge of the 7 Pillars of Business is incredibly in-depth. Topics covered: mindset in marketing, messaging, talent optimization, and leaving a legacy.

To celebrate reaching Episode 50 of Builder Funnel Radio, we have something special for our listeners. We are launching a new lineup on Builder Funnel radio, the Growth Series! Join Spencer every other week right here on Builder Funnel Radio- he'll be sharing tangible ways you can grow your business, your team, and improve yourself. In the first episode of the Growth Series, Spencer dives into con...

In this episode, Spencer hosts Fares Elsabbagh. Building four companies from the ground up (and selling three!), Fares is an expert in starting, growing, and selling design-build firms. Fares is an expert in sales and marketing, systems, money management, and other operations of the construction industry. It was his marketing background that introduced Fares to the Design-Build sector, making his...

In this episode, Spencer hosts David Lupberger of Remodelforce.com. David is an expert in the "Client for Life" business. David has found a way to turn big project clients into long term relationships. While this may sound ordinary, David has some not-so-ordinary ways to wow your clients long after their project is over.

In this episode, Spencer hosts Spencer Padgett of CoConstruct. Spencer Padgett is a veteran in the home building and remodeling business. Now, Spencer helps other construction company owners navigate the highs and lows of business.

In this episode, Spencer hosts Duayne Pearce of Quotespec.com Duayne has over 20 years in the Australian construction industry, and while the terms may be different... the lessons are the same. Duayne has figured how to get potential clients to pay for quotes, and it has helped him save an immense amount of time in his business. If your company is prone to giving away free quotes, Duayne is going...