Fence Guy Podcast

Most people grow up hearing the same thing:

Work harder than everyone else, and eventually you'll win.

But in business, that's not always how it works.

In this solo episode, Craig breaks down why the hardest worker in the room often doesn't come out on top — and why companies of all sizes can stay busy, stay stressed, and still never build the kind of business they actually want.

This conversation gets into:

• why hard work matters, but stops being enough

• how systems, leverage, leadership, and structure change the game

• why owners become the bottleneck without realizing it

• how better decisions create better businesses

• what separates companies that stay stuck from companies that scale

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right, working nonstop, and still not getting where you thought you'd be… this episode is for you.

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Ben Barrick is back on the show and we're diving into one of the biggest topics in business right now — Artificial Intelligence 🤖 and how it's impacting the fence industry.

Is AI actually useful for fence contractors, or is it just another hype cycle? 📈

In this episode we talk about how AI is already starting to influence the way businesses operate, where it actually makes sense to use it, and where people are getting it completely wrong.

Ben shares insights from working closely with developers and tech leaders while also staying connected to the real-world challenges contractors face every day.

We also cover what's happening in the fence industry community, including upcoming chapter events, service projects, and ways contractors can get more involved. 🤝

If you're a fence contractor trying to figure out whether AI is something you should pay attention to — this conversation will give you some real perspective.

🔑 In This Episode We Discuss

✔️ AI in the fence industry — hype vs reality ✔️ Where AI can actually help contractors ✔️ The future of technology in construction trades ✔️ Fence association updates and events ✔️ Why understanding AI now could matter for your business

Whether you're a fence contractor, business owner, or just curious about AI, this episode is packed with insight and real conversation.

🎙️ Thank You to Our Sponsors:

🔥 Fencetrac Fence System - https://www.fencetrac.com/

🔥Brand Builders Contractor Accelerator - 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH WITH CODE: FGF

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🔥 J.C. Gury - 5% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER WHEN YOU MENTION FENCE GUY FRIDAY OVER THE PHONE!

🔥 FenceGPT – 10% OFF WITH CODE: FGF www.fencegpt.com

🔥 MySalesman - https://mysalesman.com/

These companies are helping push the fencing industry forward. We appreciate their continued support of the Fence Guy Podcast!

Most fence companies think social media is about going viral.

It's not.

It's about visibility, trust, and staying in front of customers long before they ever call you.

In this episode, Craig breaks down:

• Why social media is branding — not just lead generation • What Meta and YouTube data actually say about consumer behavior • Why most contractors quit too early • The difference between content that gets attention and content that builds trust • How to use Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube the right way • What consistency actually looks like for a real contractor • How Nailed It Productions helps companies stay visible without burning out

This isn't theory. It's a practical breakdown of how modern buyers choose contractors — and why the companies that stay visible win.

If you run a fence company, a contracting business, or you're trying to grow locally, this episode is your roadmap.

Because in 2026, if you're invisible online, you're invisible — period.

🔧 This Episode Is Brought To You By:

FenceTrac Fence Systems https://www.fencetrac.com

Brand Builders https://www.brandbuildersllc.com

Contractor Accelerator https://www.contractoraccelerator.com

Orlando Hinge Company https://www.swanhinge.com

LiveSwitch https://www.liveswitch.com

ZND Temporary Fence Solutions https://www.znd.com

J.C. Gury Signs & Decals https://www.jcgury.com

FenceGPT https://www.fencegpt.com

mySalesman https://www.mysalesman.com

We appreciate our sponsors for supporting the Fence Guy Podcast and the fence industry.

In this episode of Fence Guy Podcast, we sit down with Shawn King (Mr. Fence) — one of the most respected names in the fencing industry.

From early struggles to building a powerhouse fence brand, Shawn shares the real story behind his success. We dive into business growth, hard lessons learned, Fence Academy, marketing, leadership, and what most fence contractors are doing wrong.

If you own a fencing company (or want to grow one), this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately.

🔥 In This Episode We Cover:

🏗️ How Shawn King built the Mr. Fence brand 🚧 The biggest mistakes fence contractors make 📈 Scaling a fencing business the right way 📣 Marketing strategies that actually work 👊 Leadership lessons from years in the industry 💰 The truth about growing past 7 figures

Whether you're just getting started or pushing toward the next level, this conversation will challenge the way you think about your fence business.

📌 Subscribe for more Fence Guy Friday interviews, contractor insights, and real conversations from leaders in the fencing industry.

🎙️ Thank You to Our Sponsors:

🔥 Fencetrac Fence System - https://www.fencetrac.com/

🔥Brand Builders Contractor Accelerator - 50% OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH WITH CODE: FGF

🔥 Orlando Hinge Company - 10% OFF WITH CODE: FGF

🔥LiveSwitch - https://join.liveswitch.com/FenceGuyPodcast

🔥 ZND Temporary Fence Solutions - https://www.znd.com/

🔥 J.C. Gury - 5% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER WHEN YOU MENTION FENCE GUY FRIDAY OVER THE PHONE!

🔥 FenceGPT – 10% OFF WITH CODE: FGF www.fencegpt.com

🔥 MySalesman - https://mysalesman.com/

These companies are helping push the fencing industry forward. We appreciate their continued support of the Fence Guy Podcast!

#FenceGuyFriday #ShawnKing #MrFence #FenceBusiness #ContractorLife #FenceIndustry #SmallBusinessGrowth

Most fence companies think they have a lead problem.

In reality, many have a cash flow problem.

In this solo episode, Craig breaks down the real financial mechanics behind running a fence company. Not hype. Not motivation. Just straight talk about how money actually moves through a construction business.

We cover:

• The difference between revenue, profit, and real cash

• Why being busy doesn't mean being financially stable

• How small estimating mistakes quietly eat margin

• Why growth can actually tighten cash flow

• The importance of job costing and collecting payments fast

• How to know your true monthly break-even number

• A simple 5-question self-audit every fence owner should ask

If you've ever felt tight while still booked out… this episode is for you.

This isn't about selling more jobs. It's about building a company that doesn't live under financial pressure.

We appreciate the companies that support the show and the fence industry:

FenceTrac Brand Builders Contractor Accelerator Orlando Hinge Company LiveSwitch ZND Temporary Fence Solutions J.C. Gury Inc. Signs & Decals FenceGPT mySalesman

Their support helps us keep bringing real conversations to the fence community.

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Fence Tech 2026 in Indianapolis did NOT disappoint. 🚀🔥

In this episode of the Fence Guy Podcast, we break down everything that went down at Fence Tech — from 6,000+ fence professionals showing up 💪, packed education classes 📚, sold-out networking events 🤝, and a show floor that was absolutely buzzing.

We talk:

📈 Record attendance numbers 🌵 85% of vendors already rebooked for Phoenix 👀 The biggest surprises on the show floor 🏡 Outdoor living expansion 🛠️ Tool & equipment trends 🍻 The Fence Fan Meetup turnout 💥 Why this might be the strongest Fence Tech yet

If you were there, this will bring it all back. If you missed it… you'll want to be in Phoenix next year. ☀️

The fence industry is growing fast — and this episode proves it. 💯

👇 Drop a comment if you were at Fence Tech and tell us your biggest takeaway.

🙏 Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Fence Guy Podcast:

🔹 Fencetrac Fence System 🔹 Brand Builders 🔹 Contractor Accelerator 🔹 Orlando Hinge Company 🔹 LiveSwitch 🔹 ZND Temporary Fence Solutions 🔹 J.C. Gury 🔹 FenceGPT 🔹 MySalesman

#FenceTech #FenceIndustry #FenceLife #FenceGuyPodcast #AFATech #FenceBusiness

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🎙 BONUS EPISODE

This one's a little different.

If running your fence company feels harder than it should… if you're constantly putting out fires… if you feel like everything depends on you…

This episode is for you.

In this bonus episode, Craig talks about the uncomfortable truth most fence company owners avoid:

It's probably not your crew. It's not the economy. It's not your customers.

It's the lack of systems.

When your business is built on hustle instead of structure, growth creates chaos. Mistakes repeat. Standards slip. You become the bottleneck.

In this episode, we break down:

• Why you keep dealing with the same problems

• The real reason callbacks happen

• How undefined standards create frustration

• Why your team can't "just figure it out"

• How to stop being the system and start building one

No fluff. Just honest business talk for fence contractors who actually want to grow.

If this hits home, share it with another fence company owner who needs to hear it.

#FenceCompany #FenceContractor #ContractorLife #SmallBusinessOwner #ConstructionLeadership

The fence industry is changing faster than most companies realize — and in this episode, we talk about why.

In this episode of the Fence Guy Podcast, Caleb Roth joins the conversation to break down what's really happening across the fence industry right now. From sales and marketing shifts to AI, technology, leadership, and growth systems, we discuss what's working, what's outdated, and what fence companies need to start paying attention to if they want to stay competitive.

This is an honest, no-fluff conversation with Caleb Roth about building smarter fence businesses and preparing for what's next.

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Fence Guy Podcast: Fencetrac Fence System Brand Builders Contractor Accelerator Orlando Hinge Company LiveSwitch ZND Temporary Fence Solutions J.C. Gury FenceGPT MySalesman

If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone in the fence industry who needs to hear it.

In this episode of the Fence Guy Podcast, Craig sits down with one of the show's original OG guests for an honest conversation about growth, visibility, and community in the fence industry.

The discussion covers why showing your wins matters, how to handle criticism as your business grows, and why community will always beat competition. From mindset and social media to travel and surrounding yourself with the right people, this episode is packed with real talk for fence contractors and business owners looking to level up.

🎙️ Brought to you by our sponsors: Brand Builder • Contractor Accelerator • FenceTrac Fence Systems • JC Gury Inc Signs & Decals • Live Switch • MySalesman • Orlando Hinge Company • ZND Temporary Fence Solution

Roger Rhodes, owner of Double R Fence, joins the Fence Guy Podcast for a real conversation about what it actually takes to build and sustain a fence company over the long haul.

In this episode, we go beyond installs and materials and talk about leadership, growth, decision-making, pressure, and the lessons you only learn by being in business year after year. Roger shares perspective earned through experience — not theory — and speaks honestly about what works, what doesn't, and what most people don't see from the outside.

This is a grounded, no-hype discussion for fence contractors, business owners, and anyone trying to build something that lasts in a demanding industry.

If you value real experience over social media noise, this episode delivers.