Maxx Heerlein is a project manager for high-end builder Kirby Perkins in Newport, RI. Maxx talks about what it's like to be a project manager, how he got into the industry, and his little side hustle.

Where to find our Guest:

Maxx Heerlein @mbhdesignbuild on Instagram

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

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Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Toby Grace, Tyler's better looking younger brother brings an outside perspective to the guys. He talks about the challenges he faces being a diesel repair tech, the limitations of growth in the auto repair industry, and the parallels to the construction industry.

Where to find our Guest:

Toby Grace @toptechtoby on Instagram

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Alex Melendez is a 25-year-old breaking into the construction business in LA. He's 4 years in, hungry to learn and working towards becoming a licensed carpenter. Alex talks about what lead him to the construction industry.

Where to find our Guest:

Alex Melendez @am_builder on Instagram

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Luke Mann is the owner of Rangeline Homes. They provide new construction and renovations to the foothills of Denver. Luke talks about employee policies, subcontractor policies, transitioning into a management position, new construction vs. renovations, taxes, smoking policies and much more.

Where to find our Guest:

Luke Mann @rangelinehomes on Instagram

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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This week the guys talk about effort and how it impacts every aspect of their life. They also touch on being inspired by old houses, details, schedule, quality, and much more.

Article Tyler references:

https://www.thisiscarpentry.com/2013/12/13/eave-returns-interpreting-gyhr-details/

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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You know him from This Old House and The New Yankee Workshop the legend Norm Abram joins the guys. They talk about This Old House, The New Yankee Workshop, being on TV, building Norm's house, moving the industry forward, and much more.

This episode was sponsored by:

Kuiken Brothers

@kuikenbrothers on Instagram

www.kuikenbrothers.com

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Will Dennis is the owner of Premier Woodcrafting which specializes in wood floor installations. Will talks about how he got into carpentry, NWFA (national wood flooring association), working with builders, no excuses, adding value, and some tips and tricks of the trade.

Where to find our Guest:

Will Dennis @premierwoodcrafting98 on Instagram

Where to find our hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Ken Decost is the lead cabinet maker at NS Builders in Boston. Ken takes us behind the curtain of what it's like to work at NS Builders. He talks about efficiency, raising the bar, process and what it's like being a craftsman.

Where to find our Guest:

Ken DeCost @kendecost on Instagram

Where to find our Hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Brendan O'Sullivan is the owner and carpenter for Keystone Home Remodeling in Norristown, PA. He talks about the difference in markets, why he left the flip market, making mistakes, and getting paid what you're worth.

Where to find our Guest:

Brendan O'Sullivan @thekeystonecarpenter on Instagram

Where to find our Hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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Lou Mellinghausen owns Penn Painting based in Chalfont, Pennsylvania and is Fine Paints of Europe certified. Lou talks about his background, transparency with clients and dives deep on what's safe to share or keep secret on social media when it comes to trade secrets.

Where to find our Guest:

Lou Mellinghausen @pennpainting on Instagram

Where to find our Hosts:

Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube

Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram

John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram

Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman

Music:

"Dessert" by Nate Gusakov

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