Join Michael Martin and Chris Zizza as they chat with Thomas Yochim, Deputy District Director of the U.S. Small Business Administration. In this episode, they dive into essential topics like securing loans, accessing resources for starting and growing a business, the ins and outs of selling a business, and crafting a solid business plan. They also explore how the SBA supports small businesses and what to expect at this October's NWFA Small Business Workshop.

Join Michael Martin, President/CEO of NWFA, and Chris Zizza, owner of C&R Flooring, as they talk with Doug Howard of Growth Team Strategies to discuss key strategies for growing your wood flooring business in 2024 and 2025. In this episode, they dive into practical tips for success and emphasize the importance of attending this October's NWFA Small Business Workshop in Saint Louis, MO. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this conversation will equip you with the insights you need to take your business to the next level.

Chris Zizza, Michael Martin, Steve Brattin, and Doug Howard discuss the upcoming NWFA Leadership Summit this October and guide a caller through his questions about employee staffing, compensation, organizational charts, and expenses to ensure his business remains profitable. 

Chris Zizza chats with new NWFA members at the NWFA expo to share concrete steps on how to grow a hardwood flooring business.

Michael Martin and Chris Zizza provide an overview of the upcoming 2024 NWFA Expo in New Orleans. They also delve into practical tips for enhancing your business during slower periods.

Elliot Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist, joins Michael Martin and Chris Zizza to discuss the state of the economy, labor and supply chain issues, inflation, and advice on reducing risk and staying ahead of the financial curve more.

Michael Martin and Chris Zizza chat with Dan Pratt, co-founder and CRO of Broadlume, about the importance of having a good website for your hardwood flooring business.  They discuss do's, don'ts, what a good website should contain, and when is it time to update.

Michael Martin and Chris Zizza record on location at SVB Wood Floors in Kansas City.  A trio of special guests joins them to discuss balancing marriage with building a successful wood flooring business. 

Michael Martin and Chris Zizza chat with Dan Gorsegner of Gorsegner Brothers Hardwood Floors about the importance of following up on estimates, modern customer expectations,   prioritizing customers, handling scheduling mishaps, margins, sustainable growth considerations, and more. 

Michael Martin and Chris Zizza have an in-depth conversation on costs, margin, and building profitable long-term customer relationships with Sam Cobb from RW Supply+Design.