Remodeling Mastery by Mark Richardson
Mark Richardson
The Remodeling Mastery podcast series with host and industry leader, Mark Richardson, makes sense of the complex business of home remodeling, with sharp insights and straightforward guidance to help entrepreneurs grow their business.
Mark has presented to thousands of business and sales leaders across the country. From construction to healthcare, manufacturing to retail, individuals from countless industries have found Mark’s wisdom relevant and delivery powerful.
Richardson is a Fellow at Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies, lectures at MBA programs and writes columns for Professional Builder and Professional Remodeler. Mark was named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2006 and is a member of NAHB’s Hall of Fame. Mark and his family live outside Washington, DC.
Mark has presented to thousands of business and sales leaders across the country. From construction to healthcare, manufacturing to retail, individuals from countless industries have found Mark’s wisdom relevant and delivery powerful.
Richardson is a Fellow at Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies, lectures at MBA programs and writes columns for Professional Builder and Professional Remodeler. Mark was named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2006 and is a member of NAHB’s Hall of Fame. Mark and his family live outside Washington, DC.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Feb 7, 2017 • 15min
Transitions & Exit Strategies
Is it time for change? Are you ready to take on that next challenge? Mark Richardson - renowned author, speaker, and thought leader in the remodeling industry - shares insights on how to properly handle transitions and exit strategies in business.

Jan 25, 2017 • 11min
Success Habits
Do you know the best habits to adopt to increase your chances of being successful? Listen as Mark Richardson - renowned author, speaker, and influencer in the remodeling industry - shares the 10 habits for success he has seen throughout the remodeling industry.

Jan 11, 2017 • 23min
Successful Launch Of 2017
How you approach Q1 of the new year is critical and important to how good your year is going to be. In this podcast, Mark Richardson shares insights into 10 ways business owners and remodelers can ensure a successful Q1 in 2017.

Dec 16, 2016 • 18min
New Year's Resolutions
Today's topic is a very timely one. In this podcast, Mark Richardson shares insights into ways remodelers and business owners can commit to their resolutions and see them through this year. Listen as he talks through 10 ways to succeed in your New Year's Resolutions.

Dec 7, 2016 • 18min
Creating Urgency
Mark Richardson shares insights on an important concept this time of year, creating urgency. For most businesses, it's a question of how do we get prospects excited and fired up to commit and make a decision now for their remodeling project.
Like Mark Richardson has mentioned before, your client is your biggest competitor. Their fears get in the way, preventing them from making a decision.
Mark shares a few common themes on ways remodeling businesses can work towards creating a sense of urgency and more importantly excitement about remodeling.

Nov 23, 2016 • 18min
The Language Of Remodeling
Having been in the remodeling business for nearly 40 years, Mark Richardson has seen various languages and dialects take hold of different kinds of remodeling companies. He understands that many are looking for standardization and a formula to follow, but in reality there are far more variables than constants. In this episode, Mark helps you make sense of the complex language of remodeling.

Nov 1, 2016 • 13min
A Remodeler's Guide to Nailing Leads in the Offseason
In This Episode
Today’s podcast focuses on how remodelers can finish the year off on a high note by strategically approaching the final month or two. Listen as Mark Richardson shares 6 tips and insights to help remodelers accomplish their yearly goals and make 2016 a year to remember.
Quotes From This Episode
“Establish a few priorities that’ll set the stage for a strong final leg of the year.”
“Remodeling today is very much a team sport. The team needs to fully embrace the owner’s vision.”
Resources
Learn how to become a strong leader for your business by avoiding these common leadership mistakes.
https://www.surefiresocial.com/blog/podcast-mark-richardsons-advice-avoiding-common-leadership-mistakes/
Don’t make business decisions blindly. Mark Richardson shares three keys to piloting your business successfully.
https://www.surefiresocial.com/blog/podcast-flying-business-blind/

Oct 18, 2016 • 23min
How Successful Remodelers Position for Growth in 2017
How can remodelers position their business for success in 2017 and beyond? Mark Richardson shares insights he’s gained from consulting with many different remodeling businesses located around the country, and gives listeners immediate takeaways he’s seen be effective in the remodeling industry and how you can apply these to your own business.

Oct 4, 2016 • 12min
Leadership Mistakes
Thank you for tuning into Remodeling Mastery by Mark Richardson, a podcast series that encourages remodelers to take some time to focus on their business strategies, one step at a time. From week to week, we’ll discuss different aspects of growing a business - some thought-provoking topics, to some that are more in the trenches, focusing on techniques and the finer details.

Sep 28, 2016 • 11min
Are You Running Your Business Blind?
Thank you for tuning into Remodeling Mastery by Mark Richardson, a podcast series that encourages remodelers to take some time to focus on their business strategies, one step at a time. From week to week, we’ll discuss different aspects of growing a business - some thought-provoking topics, to some that are more in the trenches, focusing on techniques and the finer details.


