Episodes - Hammer & Grind : Built For Contractors

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2025.02.10 /1:10:29

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EP205: Contractor-Designer Clashes? Amy Barrickman Shares How to Work Together Smoothly!

When it comes to design and building, the way interior designers and builders work together is essential for getting good results. It is clear that when designers and contractors work together well, the results …

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2025.02.03 /54:45

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EP204: Navigating SEO and Google Ads: Insights from Tim Brown of Hook Agency

Achieving long-term success requires much effort to understand and practice efficient SEO tactics. Although a lot of contractors and companies might be tempted to rely on fast fixes or outsource their SEO work, the …

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2025.01.27 /39:20

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EP203: Building Women Leaders: Insights from Dr. Gretchen Gagel's Journey in Construction

One of the biggest challenges women in construction encounter is unconscious bias in all its manifestations. These biases can make women judge more on their gender than their credentials and expertise or pass over …

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2025.01.20 /1:00:01

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EP202: The Path to Becoming a Thought Leader: Insights from Nicky Billou

In business, freedom is the foundation of human existence and a must-have component for success. Innovation and people's motivation to reach their objectives come from their capacity to think for themselves, make decisions, and …

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2025.01.13 /48:34

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EP201: How to build a profitable business with CFO Teresa Wagonseller

The world of business is always changing, and financial management is a key part of making sure that the business succeeds and stays in business. In the past, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) have only …

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2025.01.06 /51:47

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EP200: Visual Storytelling: Elevating Your Brand with John DeMato

Given the short attention spans of today's digital world, visuals are now an essential component of drawing in and holding the interest of an audience. Images are an effective way to communicate because, according …

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2024.12.30 /46:52

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EP199: Overcoming Entrepreneurial Fear: Insights from Brian Hamilton

Fear is a constant enemy that can hinder development and discourage creativity in business. Fear often manifests as fear of the unknown, fear of the past, or fear of judgment. Though difficult, these first …

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2024.12.23 /52:44

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EP198: From Operator to Owner: Mastering the Art of Business Transition with Pete Mohr

In entrepreneurship, the shift from operator to owner is a transformative journey many business leaders face. It’s more than just a title change, it’s a complete shift in mindset, responsibilities, and approach to running …

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2024.12.16 /51:55

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EP197: Escape the Owner Prison: Richard Walsh's Guide to Scaling and Loving Life

Being an entrepreneur is a tricky and ever-changing road that requires a careful balance between growth and control. Richard Walsh, a senior entrepreneur and former Marine, says that becoming an entrepreneur is more than …

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2024.12.09 /49:32

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EP196: Building a Strong Team Culture in Construction with Dylan Milroy

It's impossible to say enough about how important it is to build great teams in today's competitive business world. Good leadership is key to creating a setting where teams can thrive, generate new ideas, …

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2024.12.02 /43:29

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EP195: Creating a culture of growth: An interview with Ryan Rigterink

These days, employers place a premium on candidates' "soft skills" more than ever before. The storyline surrounding hiring is changing as companies aim to build teams with employees who are not only technically proficient …

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2024.11.25 /36:46

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EP194: Transforming Onboarding: How Servecraft Sets New Employees Up for Success

Businesses are always looking for new ways to draw and keep good employees in today's competitive job market. One of the best ways to do this is to mentally invest in new employees. Employers …

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