In this episode of The Curious Builder Podcast, Mark Williams sits down with Martin Davies O'Connor from Mill City Restoration for a lively chat about Martin's fascinating career path—from punk rock and Excel training to importing tequila from Mexico and ultimately running a successful commercial painting business in Minnesota. They dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the challenge of cash flow (especially in commercial construction), the importance of work-life balance, and why understanding your numbers is key for any business owner. It's an energetic, honest conversation full of great stories and practical advice for anyone interested in building a business or just curious about unique career journeys!

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The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you’re looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.

Sponsors for the Episode: 

Pella Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/ 

Contractor Coalition Summit: Website: https://www.contractorscoalitionsummit.com/

Adaptive  Website: https://referrals.adaptive.build/u8Gkiaev 

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