Modern Craftsman

Tyler shares about the team's trip to Andersen Windows, learning about the company's history, culture and engineering processes. Check out the episode!  The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Host:  Tyler Grace   Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Mahmoud Elayan joins Tyler to speak about starting his company, ECS Homes and what he's learned along the way. Mike shares the importance of community, and understanding that change takes time. To hear more, tune in to the episode! The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Guest:  Mahmoud Elayan Find Our Hosts:  Nick Sc...

Tyler is back to speak on the "hustle culture" that has overtaken the trade world, and the necessary shift in the way we value blue collar work. It's time to celebrate the talent and knowledge in our fields and stop idolizing the toll taken on our body and mind. Tune in for more!  The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Host:  Tyler Grace   Podcast Produced By: Motif Media...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Nick and Tyler are joined by Andersen's CEO Chris Galvin in Minnesota at their headquarters. Tune in as Chris shares his path to CEO, leadership advice, the fundamentals of business needed, and a look into how Andersen prioritizes innovation. Don't miss this episode!  The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Ni...

This week, Tyler dives into the details of his site protection protocol, starting with what specifics to include when making the contract. Also, tune in for Tyler's tape recommendations on different finishes and how to minimize damage during its removal. Check it out for more! The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Host:  Tyler Grace   Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Musi...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Matt Ferrell of Undecided joins Nick and Tyler to talk about sustainable living, and why he makes content focused on the environmental and financial benefits of it. Currently documenting his home building process from the ground up, Matt shares what energy-efficient technology choices he's making in his home. If you're looking for ways to bu...

In this episode, Tyler shares his experience on what makes a good employee. Although near impossible to be the perfect employee or employer, there are certain characteristics that strengthen a team and drive it towards success. Check out the episode to find out what they are!  The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Host:  Tyler Grace   Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Musi...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Nick and Tyler are joined by Mark Williams to hear about his home building business, Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, and his journey in this industry. Mark speaks on how finding projects that genuinely interest you and making honest decisions is what it's all about. Check out their conversation to hear tips on evolving and bettering your busi...

Tyler is back from his family ski trip to Whistler, BC to share a more personal and closer to home episode. Wanting to pass down an experience that shaped his own childhood with his daughters, Tyler reminds us how important it is to make memories with your family. Check out the blog, and spend some time with your family, whether it be skiing or not.   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsma...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Nick and Tyler answer viewer questions this week all about communicating changes to fixed price points. No one should have to lose money on a job, and their tips will hopefully help you avoid that. They've stressed this many times before, but it all comes down to communication. If you're struggling with absorbing the cost for custom jobs, ch...

Catch up with Tyler as he chats why he supports full gut remodeling. Tyler strongly pushes for a company to do what's best for their individual needs, and shares how he has found his stride in his specific business niche. This includes doing what is best for your client, and helping them make the decision they will be happiest with in the long run. Tyler lets us in on how to find a clientele to me...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Rens Hayes, co-founder of H+O Structural Engineering, joins Nick and Tyler this week to talk business and changing the industry that you are in for the better. As a strong communicator and leader, Ren's shares how he empowers his team, and his clients, by keeping them informed and educated in their business decisions. Don't miss this episode...

In this midweek episode, Tyler shares what trades he enjoys doing the most (and the least), and why finish carpentry is his No. 1. Tune in to hear what it is about carpentry that brings Tyler joy as he reflects on what he loves most. This episode is sure to remind you why you got into this industry in the first place, so check it out.  The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Ou...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Nick and Tyler have a one-on-one chat about building a healthier industry culture through prioritizing your mental and physical health. You can't have one without the other, and it's not easily achieved in a stressful and physically taxing industry like this. Nick and Tyler share what steps they take to feel healthier to benefit themselves b...

Tyler runs the numbers this week to make sure the extra work you are putting into your business is fully reflected in your overall profit. There are many steps taken outside of what we deem as typical working hours to ensure a job is well done, and this must be included in your rates. Taking into account how your business is uniquely structured, this episode may help you realize the things you are...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend This Episode: Jordyn DiOrio and Tyler chat about scaling your business while remaining connected to your brand, and all about her entrepreneurial journey. When it comes to creating opportunities for yourself in the face of adversity, Jordyn's got recommendations for tools and resources that will help you do just that. You'll leave this episode feeling mo...

Tune in to hear all about Tyler's recent visit to a Festool event in Indianapolis. Get the scoop on Festool's new releases, and what Tyler's top three favorite tools are. He gives an honest review of the pros and cons of each tool and how they've helped his daily work to be more efficient and enjoyable. He also shares what tools he wouldn't buy again and why. Whether you are looking to upgrade you...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend This Episode: Ken DeCost of Materia Millwork joins the Modern Craftsman this week for a one-on-one conversation with Tyler to break down the ins and outs of his millwork company. While woodworking wasn't always the path he planned for himself, seeing the true appreciation people had for the craft was his motivation to enter the industry. Ken discusses hi...

Tyler just got back from a trip to Belize with his wife and kids to visit his dad and stepmom, and he's here to tell us all about it. For the first time in a long time, Tyler spent quality time with his family uninterrupted — no internet, no cell phone, no distractions. And his message to everyone listening? You need to do the same. Tune in to hear Tyler talk about setting boundaries to spend qual...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend This Episode: Dave Cooper joins Nick to rethink the efficiency of our current construction model and the potential changes that could help the future of our industry. How can we make consumers more aware of the options they have when building a home, and how do we make the process more affordable? Dave and Nick discuss how new technologies are proving to...

Join Tyler as he opens up about stress and what he is trying to do differently to help alleviate his anxiety. As someone who usually fixates on stressors, Tyler's goals are to stop dwelling on things out of his control and focus on the things he can. For anyone who deals with a great amount of stress in their lives as well, we hope this episode can bring you a shift in perspective! The Modern Craf...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode:  Jason Hibbs of Bourbon Moth Woodworking Co . joins Nick and Tyler to talk about his journey into the industry, a discussion on whether school is the right path for everyone, and how to make a successful life out of your passion. Having a career in a different field than his studies, Jason shares the opportunities he has created for himself...

Tyler is back this week to delve further into his preconstruction process and how he sets his business up for success. Hear more about Tyler's vetting process for potential clients and how to decide if they fit your ideal customer profile. Adopting these practices into your own preconstruction process will save you time and increase your profit. Be sure to check out the episode to hear more! The M...

Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend ROCKWOO L The Episode:   Michael Conneely of Greenside Design Build joins Nick and Tyler to discuss how running a business with a partner helps him manage his work-life balance and how they've scaled their company to take on 10 projects a year. Hear about the upward trend of passive home building, and the changes we can expect to see our labor pool takin...

Welcome back to another episode of Midweek with Tyler! This week, we're diving into how Tyler structures his business, and what his pre-construction process looks like as a smaller-scale company. Hear ways to integrate these processes into your own business, regardless of how big or small scale, including the specific questions to ask when identifying if a client is right for you. Learn how to max...