Modern Craftsman
Modern Craftsman
The Modern Craftsman is a podcast for builders who think beyond the jobsite. Hosted by Nick Schiffer and Tyler Grace, this show explores what it takes to build a better business, a stronger team, and a more sustainable career in the trades.
Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.
Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.
Episodes
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Jan 30, 2023 • 1h 40min
#246 Nick & Tyler Talk Career Limits
Our Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend ROCKWOOL The Episode: This week brings a one-on-one conversation with Nick and Tyler where they discuss a question posed by listener Rob DelBiondo, owner of DelBiondo Homes. What's their professional "ceiling" look like? Are they each close to reaching that or is the goal to never stop? Nick and Tyler discuss if a limit exists, how to find balance and things that can hold you back. Be sure to tune in to hear Nick and Tyler's answers to these questions and you might even leave with a few book recommendations too. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov
Jan 26, 2023 • 37min
Midweek with Tyler: What It Means to Be a Modern Craftsman
Tyler talks about what it means to be a modern craftsman. The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Host: Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov
Jan 23, 2023 • 2h 6min
#245 Rebranding with Drew Reilley
Our Partners: Andersen Windows & Modern Craftsman ROCKWOOL & Modern Craftsman The Episode: Drew Reilley from Slash Creative, joins Nick and Tyler to talk about his experience in the graphic design field, and to break down our rebranding process for the Modern Craftsman logo. He explains how every small detail correlates with an aspect of that brand, and how important subliminal messaging is in delivering the essence of that specific business. Learn about the decisions made behind each aspect of a brand or rebrand, and the importance of working closely with the creators to ensure the product represents their true vision for their company. To hear the full story, check out the episode! The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Guest: Drew Reilley of Slash Creative Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov
Jan 19, 2023 • 43min
Midweek with Tyler: Site Protection Principles
Tyler talks about how charging for site protection has become an essential and profitable part of his renovation business. Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jan 16, 2023 • 2h 18min
#244 Aron Jones of Big Dog Construction
Aron Jones of Big Dog Construction based in Grand Manan New Brunswick joins Nick and Tyler to talk about all things construction. https://www.instagram.com/bigdogconstruction.gm/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.rockwool.com/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jan 12, 2023 • 33min
Midweek with Tyler: Perspective is a Powerful Tool
Tyler's first midweek solo episode jumps into perspective. Tyler admits sometimes he can't see the forest for the trees and his thoughts on fixing it. Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jan 9, 2023 • 28min
Nick and Tyler look at the year ahead
Nick and Tyler look at the year ahead. Episode brought to you by: https://www.rockwool.com/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Jan 2, 2023 • 18min
End of year 2022 with Nick and Tyler
Happy New Year! Nick and Tyler look back at the year that was in preparation for 2023 Episode brought to you by: https://www.rockwool.com/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Dec 23, 2022 • 1h 34min
#243 Construction 2 Style's Morgan Molitor
Morgan Molitor joins to talk about how Construction 2 Style started and how she's bringing awareness to the struggles of the construction industry. https://construction2style.com/ https://www.instagram.com/construction2style/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.rockwool.com/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
Dec 19, 2022 • 2h 10min
#242 The man behind the podcast joins
Doug Duvall of Motif Media joins the Modern Craftsman to talk about how he started making videos for Nick and eventually became the man behind the Modern Craftsman. https://www.motifmedia.com/ Never Released NS Video: https://youtu.be/emQKWvAJTh4 Episode brought to you by: https://www.rockwool.com/ The Modern Craftsman linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/
