Metal Life

Metal Life

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Metal Life episodes

  • The Real Reason Customers Keep Coming Back - Ep. 12

    This week on Metal Life, Josh McCurry, General Manager of Best Buy Metals’ Asheville location, joins Chad to discuss the importance of building relationships with both customers and employees. From earning customer loyalty to creating a strong team culture, Josh shares why putting people first makes all the difference.

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    28 min
  • The Power of Listening to Your Community - Ep. 11

    In Episode 11 of Metal Life, we sit down with Kevin Treadway, Mixed-Income Housing Director at City Fields, to explore what happens when you stop assuming you know what a community needs and start listening to the people who live there. From affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization to soccer fields, gardens, murals, and new opportunities, Kevin shares how City Fields has evolved into what he calls a “community quarterback."

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    33 min
  • How Learning To Trust My Team Helped Us Grow 30% a Year

    In this episode of Metal Life, Chad sits down with Zeb, General Manager of the Best Buy Metals Dalton branch, to talk about leadership, trust, and learning to let go.

    When Zeb first took responsibility for the branch, he felt like everything had to be on his shoulders. He stayed late, double-checked his team’s work, and put so much pressure on himself that it eventually took a toll on his health. That experience forced him to rethink what leadership really meant.

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    19 min
  • Why I’d Rather Lose the Sale - Ep. 9

    In this episode of Metal Life, Chad sits down with Yuri, a local Farm Bureau insurance agent, to talk about why he believes doing what’s right for the customer sometimes means telling them “no.”

    Yuri shares how helping families recover after tornadoes in Bradley County changed the way he viewed his work. What was once simply a transaction became a responsibility, and that perspective continues to shape how he advises customers today.

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    16 min
  • The Roof Most Homeowners Don’t Know Exists - Ep. 8

    Check out this week’s episode of Metal Life as Chad sits down with Joseph Mitsos to discuss how with EDCO Metal Shingles you can get all the benefits of metal while still achieving the classic aesthetic of traditional shingles. They also dive into some of the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding metal roofing and why it may be a better option than you think!

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    8 min
  • The Business Lesson Behind One Unexpected Call - Ep. 7

    In this week’s episode of Metal Life, Chad sits down with Patrick Baynes, a contractor who owns "The Best Roofing Company." They talk about everything from why a customer might call a contractor to remove a snake to the importance of building strong communication and trust with both customers and employees.

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    19 min
  • The Truth About The Trades - Ep. 6

    In this episode of Metal Life, Chad and Lydia discuss the value of leadership, the growing demand for skilled trades, and the career opportunities that exist for people willing to put in the work. 

    If you're interested in business, leadership, or the future of the trades, this episode is for you.

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    23 min
  • Episode 5: Why Metal Siding Is Superior - Featuring: Thad Barnette From "The Metal Roofing Channel"

    In this episode of Metal Life, Austen sits down with Thad Barnette of  ⁨@TheMetalRoofingChannel⁩ and Sheffield Metals to discuss why metal siding continues to gain momentum across residential, commercial, and agricultural projects.

    From durability and low maintenance to modern aesthetics and long-term value, Thad shares his industry expertise on what makes metal siding stand out from traditional materials. They also discuss where the metal market is headed in the years to come.

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    23 min
  • Episode 4: More Than Metal - The Future

    In this week's episode of Metal Life, Chad Helms & Stephen Bailey sit down to discuss the future of Best Buy Metals, the importance of leaving a lasting impact, and what it means to build a legacy that extends beyond business.

    Plus, enjoy a special bonus conversation with CEO Isaac Libbey as he shares his perspective on the company's vision and legacy.

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    21 min
  • Episode 3: More Than Metal - The Present (Part 2)

    In this week’s episode of Metal Life, Chad sits down with Danielle Jordan, Director of Sales, and Austen Evers, National Division General Manager, for two insightful conversations about where Best Buy Metals is today.

    They discuss leadership, company growth, changes within the industry, and the opportunities that lie ahead as BBM continues to expand and serve customers across the country. Listen for more!

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    31 min

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MetalLife is a podcast built for leaders, builders, entrepreneurs, creators, and people who want to keep growing.

We’ll talk about the metal industry, construction, manufacturing, and…