Shed Geek Podcast

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode Shannon speaks with Sarah Noel Block of Tiny Marketing. No matter how big or little your shed company, Tiny Marketing can make a big impact. Sarah is an inbound marketing expert, and Shannon and Sarah discuss the differences in marketing strategies. Sarah is a fellow podcaster, a copywriter, educator, and indie folk fan. Shannon and Sarah discuss how you can repur...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with James Arthur of James Arthur Design Company, and his new adventure Shed Better.  We discuss James's introduction to the shed industry, and how it has blossomed into a well developed artery of his company.  James is a logo and design pro, and really puts a lot of thought, expertise, and experience into the logo/designs he works with, and in...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Ryan Carbrey of RTO Smart.  Ryan had a wealth of knowledge in the RTO industry and has spent much of his time helping build a very successful RTO company called Newfound Rentals.  We get in the trenches doing some discussion about Finance terms such as secured loans versus unsecured loans and just really breaking down things to a level that star...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Gary Bontrager of Gary Bontrager Consulting in Iowa City, IA.  Gary talks about starting out in the plain community, and how loosing a loved one at an early age changed him.  We discuss how entrepreneurs are creative especially when their back is against the wall.  We talk motivation, creativity, and how you can't evaluate what you can&apos...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Nick Bishop of Shed Genius.  Nick is a marketing specialist who has worked in non-profit space for some time and brings a wealth of marketing knowledge into the shed industry.  We discuss the difference in sales and marketing, and how branding your company.  We talk about how getting a fresh look at all your marketing needs in necessary if your...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Dylan Street from Guerrilla Marketing and Dylan Street Cinema / Photo.   Dylan is an old friend of the show, and even started in the building where the Shed Geek sold sheds. Dylan can help your shed business in areas such as Google Ads, Social Media Management, Web Design, Brand Building, Logo Design, and more.  He is the best videographer I kno...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Matthew Black of My Shed Solutions and Blacks Buildings in Lebanon, TN.  Matthew first launched My Shed 3D one year ago and the Shed Geek Podcast visited to talk about it.  Since that time My Shed Solutions has become a robust and comprehensive software that allows you to complete a multitude of functions including 3D design, Material Tracking,...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Linfred Kaufmann of Superior Custom Barns in Cullman, AL. Lin, (as his friends call him) is also the mastermind behind one of the coolest inventions to hit the shed industry, the Joey Pivotlift. They discuss Lin's time building sheds as a young man, but also about how he started out building gazebos. Lin has some of the coolest gadgets and...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Stephanie Maybee of 360 sheds while at the Shed Expo, and listen for special co-host and friend of the show Travis Beachy of Farm + Yard. Stephanie talks about the time she stepped out onto the ledge of faith while working in big box retail and took a chance selling sheds.  Since that time she has become one of the most successful shed sellers i...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Jason Eby of Friendly City Creative at the 2022 Shed Expo. Jason got his start watching his dad haul sheds the old fashioned way.  He has built sheds, hauled sheds, and sold sheds.  Now, he focuses on marketing, branding, and web development. He also can make some pretty cool merchandise for your business.  Tune in to hear us talk about a sales...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Jonathan Miller of JCM Rentals,LLC, and Cardinal Leasing.  Jonathan talks about his introduction to the shed industry after growing up in Northern, IN and then moving to Southern, IL. We discuss how sometimes manufacturers need more help on the admin side with taking care of the more technical advances that have reached our industry.  JCM provid...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with JONATHAN "not Justin" Ulrich!!!! We received so much feedback after his first episode, why not go for a second one?  On this episode we discuss system/processes as you build.  What are the advantages of vertical integration versus a wider vision that works in multiple capacities.  Jonathan talks about how it's important to be real...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon talks with Eric Schlabach from Troyer's Websites of Texas.  They discuss Eric's roots and his introduction into the shed industry.  There's some pretty heavy tech talk about all the reasons you need a website and what they do for your business.  Matter of fact, Troyer's Websites of Texas has built quite a few we...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with Jeff Trawick of Mustard Seed Group.  Jeff is a veteran in the Shed industry, in particular the rent to own industry.  They discuss his time growing up in Florida as a third-generation business owner. He's a cool Texan who likes rodeo's, cowboy hats, and customers who have a vision for a long-term relationship....

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with Jeff Huxmann of ShedHub . Jeff was one of the early supporters/guest of Shed Geek Podcast.  He has always been supportive and even one of the first sponsors. ShedHub.com is a 2 sided marketplace for sheds.  Similar to Auto Trader.com or Zillow.com, you can list your sheds for customers to find no matter your location. T...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with John Kealey of Diversified Payments. Once again, we got to set down for a Texas sized conversation. Time and time again manufacturers, dealers, haulers, and more are looking for new ways to save and new options for the industry. Listen and enjoy a compelling conversation about how to view payment processing.  The differ...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with Wayne Ebersole of Emerald Creative Group. They discuss consultation, P&L's, consolidation, and more. They were able to catch up for a discussion at this year's Shed Hauler's Bash. Wayne has a long history in software consultation and financial consultation.  He's been around the shed industry for...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode, Shannon speaks with Steve Byler.  Steve is the son of Benny Byler of Byler Barns who just celebrated 50 years in the shed industry. So many good things in this episode, from personal testimony of Steve and talks about burn out; to discussing his role with the NBSRA, and the current state of the industry; it's packed full of nuggets that'll leave you dee...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode, Shannon talks with Sam Fawcett from Bitterroot Sheds in Montana.  Sam is the GM at Bitterroot and talks about his beginnings, meeting a shed company owner through work and ending up becoming the GM. There are lots of laughs and talks about the idea of sales in this episode.  Sam is hilarious and keeps Shannon laughing most of the episode. It was a great experienc...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Shannon sits at the microphone with Curt Paquette; the GM of Heritage Building Company.  They discuss sales philosophy and how biblical philosophy embraces much of that discussion. Curt talks about shed lot types and the 3 C's to build a company on.  We talk a lot about support and the lack there of in some cases. It's an episode full of puns, quotes, an...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with Tim Hershberger. We discuss shed hauling and how insurance effects the logistics side of the industry. He also discusses general liability for shed manufactures, and the necessity and nuance of insurance. We talk about the dangers involved in the industry and the need for more safey programs and more discussions to enh...

Send us Fan Mail Windows and hinges, and corbels....oh my. On this episode Shannon talks with Thomas Slack of Shed Windows and More.  Nothing is more pleasant than a trip to Myrtle Beach, SC to visit with Shed folks.  Thomas and his team tell about the beginnings of their journey to search for a broken shed window, and how it become so much more all these years later. This place is cool, and big,...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, Shannon talks with Leon Martin.  Leon is a coach with auto tech and an affiliate of the Anabaptist Foundation.  Leon is full of energy, good advice, and all the coaching advice to help take your shed company to the next level.  Listen in as we discuss referrals and how they are the missing link to your shed sales.  Shannon and Leon first met while doing a...

Send us Fan Mail  On today's episode, Shannon talks with the owners at Eagle Ridge Barn Builders. They discuss humble beginnings, and how necessity became the reason for their online success. Imagine selling just one building in the first few months but continuing on.  They did, and it has paid off. Four years later they are seeing record units sold. You'll appreciate the discussion abou...

Send us Fan Mail  On today's episode, Shannon talks with Aaron Weiche from Leadferno.  Have you ever wanted to close more leads?  Of course, who doesn't?  But have you considered closing those leads by using a text service directly from your website?    Not only can you send text messages, photos, emojies, and links through SMS/MMS; but you can even enable landlines to accept SMS. Stop h...