Nick Schiffer discusses strategies for hiring and retaining talent as a builder, including implementing thorough job descriptions, formal performance improvement plans, and an extensive employee handbook to clearly outline expectations, goals, policies and benefits in order to align employees with the goals of the business and provide accountability for performance. Construction Company Handbook   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer Podcast  Produced By: Motif Media Modern Craftsman Merch:  2 Pencils   Stone Paper Notebook Tyler's Top Blogs:  How I Started My Business  Books that Build  Site Protection Principles  My Preconstruction Process: Part 1  Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades  

Endweek with Nick: Hiring and Retaining Talent as a Builder

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Tyler Grace discusses his upcoming construction projects and business operations, preconstruction work, and the challenges of being a subcontractor versus going direct to customers. He emphasizes creating a profitable small business model with minimal hours and overhead.   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast  Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs:  How I Started My Business  Books that Build  Site Protection Principles  My Preconstruction Process: Part 1  Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

Midweek with Tyler: Simplifying Business Operations

Zachary Dettmore discusses his experience working on a renovation project for This Old House, including how he bid the job without knowing the challenges of filming, and his goals for continually improving and scaling up his home improvement business. https://www.dettmore.com/      Modern Craftsman Partnerships    Andersen Windows    Buildertrend       The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast  Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs:  How I Started My Business  Books that Build  Site Protection Principles  My Preconstruction Process: Part 1  Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

#310 Home Improvement with Zachary Dettmore

Matt Berman & Andrew Kline of Workshop APD, James Rob of Madera, and Nick Schiffer of NS Builders discuss design philosophies and approaches to using natural materials, emphasizing simplicity, honesty, and craftsmanship. They also share stories of past projects and lessons learned about balancing modern and traditional design elements. Matt Berman & Andrew Kline https://www.workshopapd.com James Rob https://www.maderasurfaces.com/   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer Construction Company Handbook Podcast  Produced By: Motif Media Modern Craftsman Merch:  2 Pencils   Stone Paper Notebook  

Endweek with Nick: Conscious Craftsmanship

Tyler Grace discusses his plans to create resources for builders on the Modern Craftsman website to help listeners beyond consulting calls, while also seeking listener feedback to improve the podcast and website content.  The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast  Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs:  How I Started My Business  Books that Build  Site Protection Principles  My Preconstruction Process: Part 1  Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

Midweek with Tyler: Creating Resources to Help Other Builders

Nick Schiffer reflects on his past experience as a project manager and questions his identity as a builder while struggling with imposter syndrome, as Tyler Grace discusses balancing career growth while maintaining a flexible work-life balance as a small remodeler.      Modern Craftsman Partnerships    Andersen Windows    Buildertrend       The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast  Produced By: Motif Media

Endweek with Nick: Hiring and Retaining Talent as a Builder

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