Floor Academy - Helping flooring, tile and stone contractors own an asset
476 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.
Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.
The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners by answering the question how do i market my small business.
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I Didn't Know I Was Going Broke - Chuck Meyers
January 12, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Chuck Meyers, a flooring professional with over a decade of experience in the industry. Chuck started his own business in 2010, subbing from stores in the metro Detroit area. Recently, he realized the need to assess his business's financials and decided to use Floor Academy's business budget calculator to gain insights into his numbers. Chuck shares his experience of using the business budget calculator and the valuable insights he gained from analyzing his...
Employee Regulations - Jake Mitchell
January 05, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Jake Mitchell, owner of Ridgefield Industries located in Crystal Lake, IL. As Jake's business grew, he faced challenges in managing his employees and ensuring effective communication and accountability within his team. Recognizing the need for change, Jake decided to implement regulations in his business to improve management and operations. Jake shares his journey and insights into how implementing regulations in his business has helped streamline communic...
Employee Regulations: Do You Have A Handbook? - Jake Mitchell - Ridgefield Industries
January 05, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we are joined by Jake Mitchell, owner of Ridgefield Industries located in Crystal Lake, IL. As Jake's business grew, he faced challenges in managing his employees and ensuring effective communication and accountability within his team. Recognizing the need for change, Jake decided to implement regulations in his business to improve management and operations. Jake shares his journey and insights into how implementing regulations in his business has h...
From Knees To Retail: My Journey In To Retail - Matt Garcia - Craftsman Hardwood Flooring
December 29, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we are joined by Matt Garcia, a flooring professional who started off doing hard surface installations in California. After relocating his family to Texas, Matt realized that subcontracting work may not be the most efficient way to do business. He found a niche in the hardwood sand and finish world and decided to open his own retail location to better serve his clients. Matt's focus now is on training his crews and managing his retail store, allowing...
From Knees To Retail - Matt Garcia
December 29, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Matt Garcia, a flooring professional who started off doing hard surface installations in California. After relocating his family to Texas, Matt realized that subcontracting work may not be the most efficient way to do business. He found a niche in the hardwood sand and finish world and decided to open his own retail location to better serve his clients. Matt's focus now is on training his crews and managing his retail store, allowing him to transition from b...
Would You Work For You? - Dan Welch
December 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBIn this episode, we are delighted to have Dan Welch, owner of Welch Tile in Kent City, Michigan, as our guest. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Welch Tile has established itself as a leader and a standard-setter in their area. Dan leads a large team and faces the common challenge of hiring and retaining young talent in today's competitive job market. Dan shares his unique approach to hiring and retaining employees by asking himself a simple but powerful question: "Would you...
Would You Work For You?: No Really, Would You - Dan Welch - Welch Tile
December 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we are delighted to have Dan Welch, owner of Welch Tile in Kent City, Michigan, as our guest. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Welch Tile has established itself as a leader and a standard-setter in their area. Dan leads a large team and faces the common challenge of hiring and retaining young talent in today's competitive job market. Dan shares his unique approach to hiring and retaining employees by asking himself a simple but powe...
The Entrepreneurship Operating System: Not Letting Your Business Run You - Melanie Towey - EOS Implementer
December 15, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Melanie Towey, an expert in the Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS), based on the book Traction by Gino Wickman. With her extensive experience in management roles at various national companies, Melanie has pursued her own entrepreneurial dreams and now helps others build successful and profitable businesses. Melanie breaks down the 6 steps of the EOS, providing valuable insights and practical tips on how to apply them to your...
The Entrepreneurship Operating System - Melanie Towey
December 15, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn this episode, we are thrilled to have Melanie Towey, an expert in the Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS), based on the book Traction by Gino Wickman. With her extensive experience in management roles at various national companies, Melanie has pursued her own entrepreneurial dreams and now helps others build successful and profitable businesses. Melanie breaks down the 6 steps of the EOS, providing valuable insights and practical tips on how to apply them to your business. She explains h...
Estate Planning And Trusts: Preparing For Your Future - Jeffrey LaClair - Phelps LaClair
December 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBSend us a Text Message. We are honored to have Jeffrey LaClair, a partner at Phelps LaClair in Phoenix, Arizona, as our special guest this week. Jeffrey specializes in estate planning, and in this episode, he shares valuable insights on this important yet often overlooked topic. Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of ensuring that your affairs are in order to protect your loved ones in the future. He discusses the basics of estate planning, including the importance of creating a will, esta...
Estate Planning And Trusts - Jeffrey LaClair
December 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBWe are honored to have Jeffrey LaClair, a partner at Phelps LaClair in Phoenix, Arizona, as our special guest this week. Jeffrey specializes in estate planning, and in this episode, he shares valuable insights on this important yet often overlooked topic. Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of ensuring that your affairs are in order to protect your loved ones in the future. He discusses the basics of estate planning, including the importance of creating a will, establishing trusts, and desi...
Weathering The Storm: Surviving A Recession - David Sandana - Dilgece Flooring
December 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Our special guest this week is David Sandana, the owner of Diligence Flooring in Tacoma, Washington. With over 15 years of experience in the flooring industry and having successfully navigated through a recession, David shares valuable insights on building a business that can weather economic downturns. One key lesson David learned from his experience during a recession is the importance of building up a financial "war chest" for your business. Having a reserve of f...
Weathering The Storm - David Sandana
December 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBOur special guest this week is David Sandana, the owner of Diligence Flooring in Tacoma, Washington. With over 15 years of experience in the flooring industry and having successfully navigated through a recession, David shares valuable insights on building a business that can weather economic downturns. One key lesson David learned from his experience during a recession is the importance of building up a financial "war chest" for your business. Having a reserve of funds set aside can help y...
Starting Off On The Right Foot: Planning Your Business - Billy Fritzel - Fritzel Flooring
November 24, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBSend us a Text Message. In this week's episode, we are joined by Billy Fritzel of Fritzel Flooring. Despite being just 23 years old, Billy has ventured out on his own with a crew, and he is determined to not just focus on the installation side of the business. He recognizes the importance of building a strong foundation for his business by prioritizing the business side of things from the outset. Billy understands that it is easier to set up his business correctly from the beginning rather ...
Starting Off On The Right Foot - Billy Fritzel
November 24, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBIn this week's episode, we are joined by Billy Fritzel of Fritzel Flooring. Despite being just 23 years old, Billy has ventured out on his own with a crew, and he is determined to not just focus on the installation side of the business. He recognizes the importance of building a strong foundation for his business by prioritizing the business side of things from the outset. Billy understands that it is easier to set up his business correctly from the beginning rather than trying to correct is...
Invoicing The Retailer: You Dictate Your Rates - Nate Hall - The Enchanted Floorist
November 17, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBSend us a Text Message. In this week's episode, Nate Hall, owner of The Enchanted Floorist in Milwaukee, WI, shares how he took a calculated approach to pricing his services for retail stores. It all started when his wife asked him what he would charge for a particular job, prompting him to carefully calculate his costs of doing business. Realizing that the going rate would not sustain his business, Nate decided to set his own rates and negotiate with retailers to agree to them. He turned h...
Invoicing The Retailer - Nate Hall
November 17, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBIn this week's episode, Nate Hall, owner of The Enchanted Floorist in Milwaukee, WI, shares how he took a calculated approach to pricing his services for retail stores. It all started when his wife asked him what he would charge for a particular job, prompting him to carefully calculate his costs of doing business. Realizing that the going rate would not sustain his business, Nate decided to set his own rates and negotiate with retailers to agree to them. He turned his rate sheet into a simp...
How To Become An Expert Witness: Using Your Knowledge Not Your Body - Fred Hueston - Stone Forensics
November 10, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBSend us a Text Message. This week Fred Hueston, the owner of Stone Forensics, a tile and stone inspection company, returns to the show. With his vast experience and expertise in the field, Fred is the go-to person when things go wrong with tile and stone installations. He shares his insights on becoming an expert witness, which can open up a whole new revenue stream for companies or individuals looking to transition from labor-intensive work. Fred explains the process of becoming an expert ...
How To Become An Expert Witness - Fred Hueston
November 10, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBThis week Fred Hueston, the owner of Stone Forensics, a tile and stone inspection company, returns to the show. With his vast experience and expertise in the field, Fred is the go-to person when things go wrong with tile and stone installations. He shares his insights on becoming an expert witness, which can open up a whole new revenue stream for companies or individuals looking to transition from labor-intensive work. Fred explains the process of becoming an expert witness, the benefits it ...
Sound Quality Apology
November 07, 2021 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.64 MBSend us a Text Message. My apologies for the past two weeks on the audio quality. It is all my fault and you are all troopers for making it through the error. Thanks for continuing to listen. Support the Show.
Mental Blocks - Ron Nash
November 03, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBOur guest this week is Ron Nash, the President of Laticrete, a leading global manufacturer of innovative tile and stone installation systems. With 18 years of experience at Laticrete, Ron has worked his way up from sales to become the company's President. In a recent social media post, Ron shared his experience of overcoming a mental block about getting into shape. In this episode, we discuss the importance of working through mental blocks, the correlation between physical health and busines...
Mental Blocks: Overcome and Succeed - Ron Nash - Laticrete
November 03, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Our guest this week is Ron Nash, the President of Laticrete, a leading global manufacturer of innovative tile and stone installation systems. With 18 years of experience at Laticrete, Ron has worked his way up from sales to become the company's President. In a recent social media post, Ron shared his experience of overcoming a mental block about getting into shape. In this episode, we discuss the importance of working through mental blocks, the correlation between ph...
Floor Training Installation Schools - Paddy McNicholas
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOur special guest this week is Paddy McNicholas, the owner of MN Floor Training in the United Kingdom. Paddy's journey in the flooring industry has been filled with success, as he competed at a high level, creating intricate designs with LVT flooring. However, he made a decision to shift his focus from being the best in the industry to passing on his skills and knowledge to others. In this episode, we delve into the story behind the establishment of MN Floor Training, the significance of tra...
Floor Training Installation Schools - Paddy McNicholas - MN Floor Training
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBSend us a Text Message. Our special guest this week is Paddy McNicholas, the owner of MN Floor Training in the United Kingdom. Paddy's journey in the flooring industry has been filled with success, as he competed at a high level, creating intricate designs with LVT flooring. However, he made a decision to shift his focus from being the best in the industry to passing on his skills and knowledge to others. In this episode, we delve into the story behind the establishment of MN Floor Training...
Street Smarts: Growing Your Business Creatively - Marquis Wright - Mr. Wright Flooring
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Our guest this week is Marquis Wright, the owner of Mr. Wright Flooring in Jacksonville, FL. Marquis had a challenging start, growing up with a single mom and limited financial resources. He initially found work at McDonald's to support his family, but when that didn't work out, he turned to street games like Texas hold'em poker to make ends meet. However, his life took a turn when a family friend offered him some flooring work on the side, which eventually led to a ...
Street Smarts - Marquis Wright
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBOur guest this week is Marquis Wright, the owner of Mr. Wright Flooring in Jacksonville, FL. Marquis had a challenging start, growing up with a single mom and limited financial resources. He initially found work at McDonald's to support his family, but when that didn't work out, he turned to street games like Texas hold'em poker to make ends meet. However, his life took a turn when a family friend offered him some flooring work on the side, which eventually led to a full-time business. In th...
Proper Body Mechanics: Creating Career Longevity - Dr. Jo Kaleta - All Seasons Chiropractic
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Our guest this week is Dr. Jo Kaleta, the owner of All Seasons Chiropractic in Gilbert, AZ. With her extensive background in sports medicine, Dr. Jo takes a holistic approach to address her clients' body problems using chiropractic techniques. In this episode, we discuss ways to take care of our bodies, from proper movement to chiropractic care and nutrition. Tune in to learn more about keeping your body healthy and strong for a long and fulfilling career in the floo...
Proper Body Mechanics - Dr. Jo Kaleta
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBOur guest this week is Dr. Jo Kaleta, the owner of All Seasons Chiropractic in Gilbert, AZ. With her extensive background in sports medicine, Dr. Jo takes a holistic approach to address her clients' body problems using chiropractic techniques. In this episode, we discuss ways to take care of our bodies, from proper movement to chiropractic care and nutrition. Tune in to learn more about keeping your body healthy and strong for a long and fulfilling career in the flooring, tile and stone indu...
You Are The Least Common Denominator - Kristan Blanchard
October 06, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBThis week's guest is Kristan Blanchard. Kris has had an eventful journey, from being a former marine to becoming a contractor, and then transitioning into a sales rep. Throughout his journey, communication has played a significant role, but it hasn't always been his priority. After getting married and divorced within his first 4-year contract in the military, Kris was left with a bitter taste. However, reconnecting with a childhood friend, who is now his wife, opened his eyes to many things....
You Are The Least Common Denominator: Does It All Point Back To You? - Kristan Blanchard - Bravo6 Tile & Stone
October 06, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guest is Kristan Blanchard. Kris has had an eventful journey, from being a former marine to becoming a contractor, and then transitioning into a sales rep. Throughout his journey, communication has played a significant role, but it hasn't always been his priority. After getting married and divorced within his first 4-year contract in the military, Kris was left with a bitter taste. However, reconnecting with a childhood friend, who is now his wife, opened...
Organic Social Media Basics - Shannon Vogel - Reach Social
September 29, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guest is Shannon Vogel, the owner and operator of Reach Social, a social media advertising company that specializes in organic content. Although Shannon's childhood was spent in a family-owned flooring store and design center, she initially pursued her passion for writing and psychology. However, she eventually returned to the flooring, tile and stone industry and found that her writing and psychology skills proved valuable in her work. In this episode, S...
Organic Social Media Basics - Shannon Vogel
September 29, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBThis week's guest is Shannon Vogel, the owner and operator of Reach Social, a social media advertising company that specializes in organic content. Although Shannon's childhood was spent in a family-owned flooring store and design center, she initially pursued her passion for writing and psychology. However, she eventually returned to the flooring, tile and stone industry and found that her writing and psychology skills proved valuable in her work. In this episode, Shannon discusses the impo...
Identifying Your Target Market - Paul Luccia
September 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBThis week's guest is Paul Luccia, the owner of Cabot and Rowe and Built with Foam in Houston, TX. Having acquired many years of experience in his field, he has mastered the art of charging premium rates in an area where such rates are not always the norm. Paul sheds light on how to identify your ideal clients, build lasting relationships with them, and selling your projects without focusing solely on numbers. Tune in to gain insights into building a better business. Built With Foam Cabot a...
Identifying Your Target Market: Do You Know You Ideal Client Avatar - Paul Luccia - Built With Foam
September 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBThis week's guest is Paul Luccia, the owner of Cabot and Rowe and Built with Foam in Houston, TX. Having acquired many years of experience in his field, he has mastered the art of charging premium rates in an area where such rates are not always the norm. Paul sheds light on how to identify your ideal clients, build lasting relationships with them, and selling your projects without focusing solely on numbers. Tune in to gain insights into building a better business. Built With Foam Cabot a...
Identifying Your Target Market: Do You Know Your Ideal Client Avatar - Paul Luccia - Built With Foam
September 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guest is Paul Luccia, the owner of Cabot and Rowe and Built with Foam in Houston, TX. Having acquired many years of experience in his field, he has mastered the art of charging premium rates in an area where such rates are not always the norm. Paul sheds light on how to identify your ideal clients, build lasting relationships with them, and selling your projects without focusing solely on numbers. Tune in to gain insights into building a better business. ...
Passing Down The Trade: Share Those Trade Secrets - PJ Arthur - Natural Fiber Installer Certification
September 15, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guests are PJ and Elouise Arthur. PJ has over 50 years of experience in the carpet industry and runs the Natural Fiber Installer Certification (NFIC) school. PJ recognized a problem in the industry with how woven goods were being sold, manufactured, and installed, and wanted to do his part to preserve this aspect of the industry. In this episode, we delve into PJ's passion for the industry, the development of the NFIC, and the impact the certification has...
Passing Down The Trade - PJ Arthur
September 15, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBThis week's guests are PJ and Elouise Arthur. PJ has over 50 years of experience in the carpet industry and runs the Natural Fiber Installer Certification (NFIC) school. PJ recognized a problem in the industry with how woven goods were being sold, manufactured, and installed, and wanted to do his part to preserve this aspect of the industry. In this episode, we delve into PJ's passion for the industry, the development of the NFIC, and the impact the certification has had on the industry, the...
Generational Values: Creating A Cohesive Workplace - Trask and Rogue Bergerson - Bergerson Tile And Stone
September 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 67 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guests are Trask and Rogue Bergerson from Bergerson Tile and Stone, located in Astoria, Oregon. In this episode, we discuss the common perception that Gen Z and Millennials are lazy, and explore the strategies for hiring qualified and motivated employees. Trask, who has experience hiring employees, and Rogue, who belongs to the cusp of being a Millennial and Gen Z, share their insights into the company dynamics, the values of different generations, and ho...
Generational Values - Trask and Rogue Bergerson
September 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 67 MBThis week's guests are Trask and Rogue Bergerson from Bergerson Tile and Stone, located in Astoria, Oregon. In this episode, we discuss the common perception that Gen Z and Millennials are lazy, and explore the strategies for hiring qualified and motivated employees. Trask, who has experience hiring employees, and Rogue, who belongs to the cusp of being a Millennial and Gen Z, share their insights into the company dynamics, the values of different generations, and how we can create a cohesiv...
Tax Questions: LLC? S Corp? Enrolled Agent? CPA? Tax Attorney? - John P. D'Arco
September 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guest is John P. D'Arco, a lawyer who runs his own law firm specializing in real estate, estate planning, and taxes. He is also a certified public accountant and an enrolled agent with the IRS. In this episode, I speak with John about the distinctions between enrolled agents, CPAs, and tax attorneys, as well as some possible tax-saving recommendations for your business. Don't forget to listen to his quick tips at the end, which can truly benefit your comp...
Tax Questions - John P. D'Arco
September 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBThis week's guest is John P. D'Arco, a lawyer who runs his own law firm specializing in real estate, estate planning, and taxes. He is also a certified public accountant and an enrolled agent with the IRS. In this episode, I speak with John about the distinctions between enrolled agents, CPAs, and tax attorneys, as well as some possible tax-saving recommendations for your business. Don't forget to listen to his quick tips at the end, which can truly benefit your company financially. John P...
Starting Your Business Over - Zack Bonfilio
August 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOn this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we welcome Zach Bonfilio, a successful remodeling business owner from San Antonio, TX. After starting from scratch and building his company to include five employees, Zach made the bold decision to fire them all and move to a new city to start over. In this episode, Zach shares with us his journey of building a successful business twice, his marketing strategies, and the key ingredients to his success. Tune in to learn more! Instagram Need new ...
Starting Your Business Over: How To Establish Yourself In A New Area - Zack Bonfilio - American Tile And Remodeling
August 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we welcome Zach Bonfilio, a successful remodeling business owner from San Antonio, TX. After starting from scratch and building his company to include five employees, Zach made the bold decision to fire them all and move to a new city to start over. In this episode, Zach shares with us his journey of building a successful business twice, his marketing strategies, and the key ingredients to his success. Tune in to learn mo...
100th Episode Special: Patience, Understanding and Sunflower Bags - Jamie Hedin, Treva Blackburn, and Tanya Gonzalez
August 18, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Welcome to the Floor Academy Podcast. I’m your host, Jamie Hedin, wife of Kyle Hedin, owner of Illustrious Hardwoods in Phoenix, AZ. We are here to talk with the wives of flooring professionals to help you better understand what it’s like for us and our prospective of the industry. I want to encourage you to listen with open ears. This week I am speaking to Treva Blackburn wife of Rueben Potter owner of Floors by Southern Boys and Tanya Gonzalez wife of Daniel Gonzal...
Making Time For Myself - Zach Storer
August 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis week's guest is Zach Storer, who has worked in the film and television industry for over a decade. He started as a production assistant, driving vans and taking lunch orders, and worked his way up to become a camera operator and director of photography. However, the fast-paced world, irregular work schedule, constant travel, and toxic environment took a toll on Zach over the years. In this episode, he shares his story of how the industry broke him down and what he did to find peace agai...
Making Time For Myself: Your Mental Health Matters - Zach Storer - Basket Case Media
August 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guest is Zach Storer, who has worked in the film and television industry for over a decade. He started as a production assistant, driving vans and taking lunch orders, and worked his way up to become a camera operator and director of photography. However, the fast-paced world, irregular work schedule, constant travel, and toxic environment took a toll on Zach over the years. In this episode, he shares his story of how the industry broke him down and what ...
Empowering Employees: Delegate To Elevate - Keaton Turner - Turning Mining Group
August 04, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBSend us a Text Message. This week's guest is Keaton Turner, founder of Turner Mining Group. The company specializes in providing contract labor services to the mining industry, with teams spread across multiple sites across the country. In this episode, Keaton discusses the importance of employees, loyalty, independence, and taking risks. He shares his insights on how to grow a successful business and take it to the next level by giving your employees enough space to feel ownership over the...
Empowering Employees - Keaton Turner
August 04, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBThis week's guest is Keaton Turner, founder of Turner Mining Group. The company specializes in providing contract labor services to the mining industry, with teams spread across multiple sites across the country. In this episode, Keaton discusses the importance of employees, loyalty, independence, and taking risks. He shares his insights on how to grow a successful business and take it to the next level by giving your employees enough space to feel ownership over their career path and the bu...
Installer VS Retailer: The Pricing Debate - Michelle Winters - Women Of The Flooring Business
July 28, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Michelle Winters is back as a guest! Michelle owns and operates New Braunfels Flooring in Texas and is the founder of the Women of the Flooring Business group. In this episode, Michelle discusses how to address the often contentious issue of how much money installers and retailers should make in relation to each other. Through a constructive conversation about the hows and whys of this topic, Michelle and I encourage listeners to start thinking about this issue in a ...
Installer VS Retailer: The Pricing Debate - Michelle Winters
July 28, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBMichelle Winters is back as a guest! Michelle owns and operates New Braunfels Flooring in Texas and is the founder of the Women of the Flooring Business group. In this episode, Michelle discusses how to address the often contentious issue of how much money installers and retailers should make in relation to each other. Through a constructive conversation about the hows and whys of this topic, Michelle and I encourage listeners to start thinking about this issue in a productive and positive w...