Modern Craftsman

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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 builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who'...

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#56 International Builders Show 2019 18.02.2019 1:08:30

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.

#55 Melissa Hryszko FINALLY joins the guys 11.02.2019 2:54:34

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 @heresjohn...

#54 I hope this helps!!! Festool Sedge joins the guys 03.02.2019 1:57:56

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 Instagra...

#53 Jeff Sweenor talks team building and always striving to be the best builder 27.01.2019 1:53:09

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 @TRGH...

#52 Jeff Harvey talks about safety and work place culture 20.01.2019 2:42:14

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 Sc...

#51 Awesome Framer's Tim Uhler joins the guys 14.01.2019 2:10:27

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...

#50 Matt Troyer of Emergent Group joins the guys 07.01.2019 2:12:06

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 Instagra...

#49 Zach Kenney owner of ZK painting joins the guys 26.12.2018 1:45:01

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 Inst...

#48 Part 02 of Brian Charron's discussion with the guys 17.12.2018 1:26:08

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...

#47 Brian Charron joins the guys and talks work life balance 14.12.2018 1:57:36

Brian Charron of Silver Phoenix Construction joins John, Nick, and Tyler to discuss how he got into the construction business and how he balances his family and work. This is part 01 of 02 talking with Brain. 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 I...

#46 Q&A Holiday season setbacks 05.12.2018 1:52:31

The guys talk about the reality of getting things done before the holiday season and the setbacks they face. 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

#45 Amy Lynn joins the guys to talk functional design 26.11.2018 1:47:54

Amy Lynn of Amy Lynn Interiors talks about the difference between interior designers and decorators, the relationship between interior designers and contractors/architects and describes her day to day as a functional designer.

#44 The guys speak at the Kuiken Brothers Live Product EXPO with Kevin O'Connor 19.11.2018 58:36

"Inspiring The Next Generation of Craftsman" a panel discussion at the Kuiken Brother Live Product EXPO featuring Nick, Tyler, and Johnny with Kevin O'Connor hosting. The guys talk about what they're doing to keep craftsmanship alive and what the future holds.

#43 Mike Elayan talks money and custom homes with the guys 12.11.2018 1:43:51

Mike Elayan joins the guys to talk about billing, money and building custom homes vs. spec homes.

#42 The Legend Mark Martinez joins the guys 05.11.2018 2:26:37

Mark Martinez shares his story from being a bad a** framer all the way to Martinez Tool Co. Buckle up for a great episode.

#41 The guys talk systems and subs 29.10.2018 1:10:20

Tyler shares how he developed his system for vetting incoming jobs. The guys also talk about finding subs who work with a sense of urgency.

#40 Kevin O'Connor joins John, Nick and Tyler 22.10.2018 1:54:50

The guys discuss the future of the trades and how to bring in young talent.

#39 Q&A 16.10.2018 1:27:34

Instagram live Q&A with Nick and John.

#38 Matt Risinger talks pros and cons of closed foam insulation 14.09.2018 1:53:00

In this episode, Matt Risinger @risingerbuild and the guys talk about the benefits and drawbacks of closed foam insulation, managing your business through economical downtimes and finding the balance between work and family life.

#37 - Q&A 19.07.2018 56:22

Instagram Live Q&A with John, Nick and Tyler.

#36 Jeff Himstedt balances working full time in military services and runs his woodworking business at night 09.07.2018 56:17

Jeff Himstedt owner of @j.him_woodworking talks about how he manages working full time for the military services and runs his woodworkings business at night.

#35 The guys are at JLC with Shawn Van Dyke 31.05.2018 59:09

Shawn Van Dyke starts our Business Coaching Series!!! Author of "The Paperwork Punch List" 28 Days to Streamline Your Construction Business. Former GC; Redbud Construction (7yrs) and Chief Operating Office at Finish Point Trim & Millwork (3+ yrs). Love some good biz talk and this is Shawn's bread & butter, enjoy!!! Shawnvandyke.com

#34 Jason Burgess grew up building homes the "old school" way. 25.04.2018 45:56

Jason Burgess, a life long carpenter grew up building homes the "old school" way. Working for a local builder that would farm his own logs and mill them into the necessary lumber to build the homes they created. Start to finish, he would be onsite with his boss performing almost every trade. Jason went off into to a number of related careers only to come back to residential construction with he st...

#33 Jordan Smith of The Build Show joins the guys 12.04.2018 52:51

Steel fabricator turned craftsman and this is The Build Show's Jordan Smith. We chat w/ Jordan about his roll at Risinger Co. & his path to connecting w/ residential construction and Matt Risinger.

#32 Jeremy Cottingham talks about growth 02.04.2018 1:00:36

Jeremy Cottingham of @Cottingham LTD. breaks down his fast growth in the residential contracting world & his realization that it wasn't his passion. This realization guided him a specialized niche that pushes his passion and creativity to the limits. We also tough on growth…. Growing just to grow to cover all the jobs and not scaled growth. Hope you enjoy Podcast #2 live from JLCLive 2018!!!