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.
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Dec 12, 2022 • 2h 5min
#241 Clark + Aldine
DANIELLE + MICHAEL GUTELLI of Clark + Aldine talk about transitioning from blogging to building and life as married business partners. https://www.clarkandaldine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/clarkandaldine/ 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 5, 2022 • 1h 57min
#240 Dr. Sabrina Starling
Dr. Sabrina Starling is talking about how to take your life back from your business, work less and make more profit. https://www.instagram.com/drsabrina/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.rockwool.com/ Watch this entire podcast uncut on Modern Craftsman Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/TheModernCraftsmanPodcast 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/
Nov 28, 2022 • 2h 3min
#239 Spencer Lewis is back
Spencer Lewis the Insider Carpenter joins. https://www.youtube.com/@InsiderCarpentry 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/
Nov 14, 2022 • 1h 37min
#238 Brad Leavitt
Brad Leavitt owner of AFT Construction in Scottsdale AZ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleavitt 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/
Nov 7, 2022 • 2h 22min
#237 Jon Beer Contracting
Jon Beer is an artist turned contractor. https://jonbeercontracting.com/ 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
Oct 31, 2022 • 1h 17min
#236 The customer
Tyler and Nick have a therapy session. 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
Oct 24, 2022 • 2h 8min
#235 Improvement
Adam Mckee owner of Contemporary Woods joins to talk about taking that first step and always striving to improve yourself and your business. https://www.instagram.com/contemporary_woods/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ 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/
Oct 17, 2022 • 1h 17min
#234 Tyler and Nick Q&A
Tyler and Nick answer your questions and have a book recommendation. Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ 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/
Oct 10, 2022 • 1h 49min
#233 Concreter Ollie Stephens
Ollie Stephens owner of Hungry Wolf Studio ™️ Architectural Concrete. Aussie concrete specialist and educator helping you learn architectural DIY skills and grow a successful business in the industry https://www.instagram.com/hungrywolfstudio/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ 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/
Oct 3, 2022 • 2h 18min
#232 Michael Holmes Jr.
Michael Holmes Jr. is a licensed contractor, TV host, and skilled trades advocate. https://www.instagram.com/mikeholmesjr/?hl=en Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ 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/
