Backyard Conversations with Craig Sheller

By Craig Sheller

Backyard Conversations is hosted by Craig Sheller, owner of Sheller Outdoor Living in Kansas City, MO. Craig has learned many lessons over the years on what works best in business and what not to do i... more

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The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

Backyard Conversations with Craig Sheller episodes:

May 16, 2023 Ep 15. Talking Shop with John Siegers
Today on Backyard Conversations we have John Siegers with Signature Landscape Corp. Craig and John discuss the Challenges of Running a Small Business, Letting Go and Transferring Responsibility to Employees, Equipment Maintenance, and Goals for the Future.
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May 02, 2023 Ep 14. My Story with Craig Sheller
Today on Backyard Conversations Craig shares his story and experiences in the Green Industry that goes back to the Mid 90's. Craig has owned multiple businesses and worked for other installation companies as well as held roles in Distribution and Manufacturing. Craig wants to share his Experiences and Challenges with others in hopes that it will help elevate the Industry.
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55min
April 18, 2023 Ep 13. The Advantage of Tiltrotators with Christian Yanes.
Today on Backyard Conversations we have Christian Yanes from Steelwrist North America. Craig and Christian discuss the History of tiltrotators, their features and benefits, available work tools, and the future of tiltrotators.
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1h 2min
April 04, 2023 Ep 12. Embracing Technology with Jeremy Swihart
Jeremy Swihart with JSquared Outdoor joins Backyard Conversations on today's Episode. Jeremy and Craig discuss new technologies that are available to the Landscape industry and how Jeremy is embracing and using technology to propel his business, and be more efficient and precise. They also discuss a few takeaways from ConExpo 2023 in Las Vegas!
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53min
March 28, 2023 Ep 11. Bonus Conversation - Lights and Life with Jim Frederick
On Today's episode, Craig talks with Jim Frederick from Tru-Scapes Outdoor Lighting. Jim has a long history in the industry and offers great support in the Landscape Lighting field. Craig and Jim discuss how they met and built a relationship that has formed into a partnership, as well as the lighting industry, the need for education, and adding lighting as an additional offering in a Hardscape business. Thank you to Tru-Scapes Outdoor Lighting for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor! Connect with Tru-Scapes https://tru-scapes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/truscapeslighting/ https://www.youtube.com/@truscapes/videos Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/@ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations
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March 21, 2023 Ep 10. Equipment and Employee Retention with Evan from Pride Hardscape.
On Today's episode, Craig talks with Evan Newcombe from Pride Hardscape. They discuss the importance of Equipment and how it relates to Employee Retention and Efficiency. Thank you to CMP Attachments for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor! Connect with CMP Attachments www.cmpattachments.com https://www.instagram.com/cmpattachments/ https://www.youtube.com/@cmpattachmentsllc Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/@ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations
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1h 1min
March 07, 2023 Ep 09. Attachments and Equipment with CMP Attachments
On Today's episode, Craig talks with Derek Kent and Olaf Edgar with CMP Attachments. They discuss the history of CMP, the Attachments and Equipment they offer, and the importance of always improving as a business and industry. CMP manufactures all types of Specialty Attachments and Equipment for a wide range of Machines. Thank you to CMP Attachments for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor! Connect with CMP Attachments www.cmpattachments.com https://www.instagram.com/cmpattachments/ https://www.youtube.com/@cmpattachmentsllc Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/@ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations
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55min
February 21, 2023 Ep 08. “A Conversation in Phoenix, AZ ” with Nolan Sayles and Dan Harner
On Today's episode, Craig talks with Nolan Sayles and Dan Harner with Belgard Phoenix, AZ. They discuss Climate, Soil Differences, and Installation Challenges in Phoenix compared to other areas in the US, as well as opportunities for Contractors to Differentiate themselves in a Production Based Market.

Thank you to Belgard for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor!

See What Belgard Has to Offer www.Belgard.com https://www.facebook.com/outdoorlivingbybelgard https://www.instagram.com/belgardoutdoorliving/

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46min
February 07, 2023 Ep 07. “The Evolution of Outdoor Living” with Joe Raboine
On Today's episode, Craig talks with Joe Raboine, Director of Residential Hardscapes with Belgard. Craig and Joe discuss the evolution of the Hardscape Industry, Creating Products and Designs for Efficiency through Modularity, Belgard Design Studio, and the struggles that come with Manufacturing all over North America.

Thank you to Belgard for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor!

See What Belgard Has to Offer www.Belgard.com https://www.facebook.com/outdoorlivingbybelgard https://www.instagram.com/belgardoutdoorliving/

Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC

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54min
January 24, 2023 Ep 06. “Porcelain Pavers” with Antonio Fernandez
On Today's episode, Craig talks with Antonio Fernandez with Mirage. Antonio is the US Sales Manager and Former Coworker of Craig. Craig and Antonio discuss Porcelain applications, construction, and misconceptions, and Educating the Hardscape Community about this Top Tier Product.

Thank you to Mirage for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor!

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See what Mirage has to Offer www.Belgard.com

Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC

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45min

FAQs about Backyard Conversations with Craig Sheller:

How many episodes does Backyard Conversations with Craig Sheller have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.