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Reaching your target demographic isn't always as easy as it seems. Just because you build it, does not mean he will come. You need to target your audience where they are at and offer to solve their problem for them. They may not even know they have the problem until you can tell them a story about someone else you helped serve and then they realize they are the exact same. Jim Meng is no stranger to business having built a Plumbing and AC business over 20 years to 4 million in revenue. He then helped grow a home builder from 25 homes a year to 1474 and doing 272 million in revenue. Later he founded InVision Construction and over 13 years has completed 1300 projects. This brings us to 2015 when Mississippi Pro Design Center was started to be a one stop shop for flooring with a white glove customer service experience. The design center has since expanded to offer windows, doors, cabinetry, countertops and more. David Webb was brought on to Mississippi Pro Design in August to be Jim's right hand man. With over a decade of business to business sales and marketing experience his role is to get people in the door and make sure their experience is next to no one.Mississippi Pro Design is currently struggling to bring people in through the use of radio, tv, and online marketing. Today we will be spitballing ideas on how they can better reach their target demographic, find ways to interact with the community, and let people know where they are and how to find them. Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast to get ideas on how to better reach your target market too.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventIQ Power ToolsCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Many of us run what we would call successful companies. Some of us truly only own jobs that we make a good living from and others may have employees and delegate a bunch of tasks. No matter where you are at in the spectrum though, how many of us can truly step away from the company and it keeps going without you and sometimes, if not always, better than when you have your hands on the wheel?Trask Bergerson is a partner in Bergerson Tile and Stone in Astoria, OR. With 3 generations now in the partnership, Bergerson Tile is no stranger to the local market or on how to make money. He will readily admit that they may have been doing a lot of it by accident though. It's not that there we not systems and processes in place, but they were sloppy and a lot of assumptions were made.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Trask and I discuss how Bergerson Tile and Stone has benefitted from taking a step back to analyze what they are really after, how they are delegating more than ever, and why you can only move at the pace of understanding.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventIQ Power ToolsCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

In my opinion the flooring and tile industry has one huge problem in it. The subcontracting model. You have a bunch of guys and gals that don't realize they are running a business, owning jobs and struggling to make it. Yes, there are success stories and you may be one of them, but paying a fair wage to employees and giving them opportunities to grow into new roles would do a lot more for the industry moving forward than the current system of everyone trying to fend for themselves.Matt Plaskoff is the owner of One Week Bath in Van Nuys, CA. With over 35 years of experience in construction, 70 employees, 2 years as a consultant for Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, and a thriving business with a quick turnaround model, Matt knows why employees work better than subs and how important a training program is. Not only does he have control over the quality of work but he can insure everyone is constantly operating on the same page because they all learned from the same system. Little to no deviation means more consistent results.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Matt and I discuss how and why he settled on the employee model, and how he built a training program to insure the success of One Week Bath.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventIQ Power ToolsCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

We all know that when we look in the mirror, we need to admit we are our biggest problem. Most of us won't do it and place blame on outside circumstances instead of owning what is right in front of us. We may even read a book on mindset or go to a weekend conference and be fired up after completing the course. However, most of us never continue to do the work, and the real change only happens when you are consistent and experience hard times. How do you get to a place where you can maintain growth, be comfortable being uncomfortable, and confronting your fears or headtrash?Kathy Case is the Director of Business Development for Quantify North America, a company that handles takeoff bids for commercial companies. With a family history that hit 100 years in 2023 she is no stranger to the commercial construction industry. Since 1979 she has been an estimator, installer, project manager, sales, and executive management. In the last 3 years she has really been able to make some moves that changed her life and business. In 2020 she dove into the self development world when Tony Robbins offered his first virtual event and she hasn't looked back since staying actively involved in his programs.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Kathy and I discuss what motivated the participation, why she hasn't quit and why she wishes she would have taken this step sooner.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

As the owner of J&R Tile in San Antonio, Texas, Erin Albrecht, is responsible for making sure the company is successful. Part of that success comes from your partnerships with your suppliers. Not all distribution houses are created equally as we will find out as we hear her story about a project turned sideways because of the contact at a distributor. Find out what kind of things we need to look for in a partnership, why a supplier may not be your best fit, and what to do when you aren't happy with the relationship.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

How are you making sure you company stands out? We all try to offer services but how can you make a shower or a floor stand out from the rest? What is different about your work from others? Sometimes there is nothing different. The differences come from the information presented. Do you offer dustless services? Are you actually promoting them? What about the materials you use? What makes those unique and different from others on the market? How can you find ordinary everyday things to present as valuable up sells to your clients that your local competition is not? Duane Paradis is the Technical Manager at JohnsManville with the GoBoard team. He has not only played a major role in converting the technology from the roofing industry to the tile industry, but also undertakes many technical duties with it. Products are not always what they are cracked up to be from appearance alone and Duane knows this more than most. Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Duane and I discuss how we can take a seemingly ordinary run of the mill product seem extraordinarily different from the rest.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

I called back my client twice and texted them but they didn't respond. I think I am going to move on. This is what I do and it's a horrible way to run your small business. I know this is what a lot of you do. How many leads were not ready to close yet, how many leads needed a little more info they never got, how many leads can't find your info 12 months later when they are ready. Not everyone wants to buy right NOW!JR Pentolino owns and operates Design Windows and Doors in Ontario, CA. With 21 employees he is not only the visionary behind the company at this point but also the sales manager. On track to do 5 million in revenue this year with a goal of 6 million, it's no small operation anymore. JR has found a passion for lead management and knows how important it is to the success of his business. Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as we discuss what a buying cycle looks like, why you need clients on a drip campaign, and how to rehash leads from the "dead". All of these tools will help your top line revenue grow and keep your schedule filled up. Don't miss your opportunity to set your business apart from the competition.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Tradespeople in general are a proud bunch. How could you not be when you spend time building things that make the world go 'round. Your communities just would not function without you. What better way to let that pride show through than putting egos up against each other to see who will be the best install in the country?The National Installer of the Year Competition was revived in 2019 at the annual International Surfaces Event in Las Vegas, Nevada. It has spent the last few years not only growing in popularity at the show, but also in what is required to hold it. From a handful of entries to having to hold regional competitions to whittle down the competitors, the competition only continues to grow and attract attention. What lies in the future for the event and why is it so important to the industry as a whole? Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Paul Treanor and Beth Miller discuss their roles with the competition, how they have seen it evolve and why the industry truly needs to embrace this event and blow it up.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

How do you go about training a new hire? If it is anything like the experience I got, it was discombobulated, unorganized and just tasks assigned as they came up. If there wasn't something for me to do, then I was told to watch. This experience is probably pretty similar to a lot of you. This however, is no way to train someone.Mark Herakovic is the Installation Training Manager at MDG Flooring and has designed an actual program to bring up apprentices in a short amount of time and organized fashion. Gavin Swanson is his first trainee and has been able to succeed at his position not only because of the training he is getting but because of the support and culture behind him.This week on the Floor Academy Podcast we will discuss building and implementing an actual training program in to your business, how to get quality feedback from trainees, and how to keep them excited. Don't miss this chance to learn how to build something to really separate your business from the others in our industry.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

I can't find good help. No one wants to work. Everyone I hire does subpar work compared to me. These are all complaints I see from contractors looking to hire employees. They are valid complaints but no one is changing their hiring process. All of us keep going back to the same well and expecting a different result. Does that really make sense? What if there was a better way to attract, retain, and educate talent?Randy Stanbury built Service Freight Systems from the ground up. With his previous experience in transportation sales, he knew that many companies complained about freight services never communicating with their clients. This led to much frustration on the clients end about not knowing what was going on with their shipment. Randy set out to build a freight company that was dedicated to service, hence the name. Communication would be paramount to their success. This commitment paid off and after many years of running the company and growing it to multiple millions of dollars, Randy was able to sell it and look at what else he wanted to do. Now a business coach, Randy helps guide others through the different stages of business from the real world lessons he learned along the way, as well as, from the different businesses he helps excel in their fields. One of these pain points is often hiring team members. Not only do you not want A player talent for a long term employee, but you also want to make sure they are coachable. Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Randy and i discuss his approach to hiring talent that will grow with the company, how he keeps them engaged, and what kind of culture will help you retain the employees.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showSupport the show

Life is a fickle mistress, you never know what it is going to throw at you. The decisions you make today, effect who you become tomorrow. Nobody likes cranky old people but they didn't turn 75 and instantly become cranky. It was a lifetime of decisions that got them to that point. Who you want to be in the future starts today!Jeremy Barker is a co-owner of Bathmatic in Ballantyne Country Club, NC. His life was seemingly normal until one day he became the one hand cut man. Despite what many would consider a disadvantage and having previously been "whole" but now "disabled", Jeremy has not let his accident be a setback or a limiting factor. If anything it has brought him an attitude of gratitude which he uses to influence those around him to live a better life.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast to hear Jeremy's inspiring story, why it important he keeps his sunny disposition, and why you need to take a page out of Jeremy's book.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

It's easy to believe that all you have to do is go out and sell a project, deliver a result that is satisfactory and you will get paid. Then you just rinse and repeat. This is how many small businesses operate and it will allow you to scale to a few employees but it will not work long term. Where is the culture coming from, what is the long term mission, what goals need to be met to move forward, and how is the money being managed?Steve Keough has been in the construction industry for over 35 years running SLQK Enterprises. One of his companies under that umbrella is Electricians Get Leads.com. WIth 5 staff members, 1.2 million in annual revenue and 22 years in business, it didn't cover overnight or easy. It tooks years to accomplish and pain along the way with lots of learning opportunities and the ability to admit that things could be improved.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy podcast as Steve and I discuss simple steps you can take to implement changes into your business that will help you streamline operations, gain back your free time, and find more profit through efficiency.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

You learn a trade, start a business, and just keep going on your own. You can't talk with your employees, your spouse doesn't understand, and you're too busy to chat with other professionals in your field because you are always on the tools. This is no way to run a business or be a part of one. We are meant to be life-long learners. There is a reason the saying iron sharpens iron is still around and used. We need to surround ourselves with individuals who will push us to new heights.In January of 2022, Crystal Sims was in Las Vegas competing in the National Installer of the Year competition. She had huge support from her amazing family and fellow employees at Preferred Flooring. She was the talk of the show being the only woman to ever compete in the competition to this day. She had no idea what life had in store for her. She was able to meet Shannon Vogel of Reach Social and an instant connection happened. While family and friends were potting to make this chance meeting into something more Crystal had already decided to ask Shannon to mentor her and that was that.Now a year and half later, the two have remained in constant contact, and Crystal isn't the only one on the receiving end. Listen in as we learn from these two phenomenal ladies why you need to be a mentor and a mentee. There are advantages to being on both sides of the coin and you can only gain all the useful nuggets by listening to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Many of us have tried to scale our company but struggle to find reliable employees or subcontractors. We fail to be able to trust them to complete the work orders we provide. We feel as if we are the only ones capable of doing the project correctly and to the standards that the client expects. I can tell you that you will never scale past you and a crew or two if you feel this way and can't let go.Jon Vanarthos owns and operates Gemini Home Remodeling in Fairless Hills, PA. He was always hands on in his company giving 150% with 13 employees until March 20th, 2020. He was T-Boned on his motorcycle moving at 45 MPH by a driver that wasn't paying attention. Jon was told he would never work again and had an 80% chance he wouldn't be able to move his leg again, and his spine was fused together. He was so scared that he lived in the hospital for 3 months. Ultimately, it led to the business being closed for an entire year, and a GoFundMe that raised $9000 to keep him afloat to some extent.Fast forward a few years and Jon is walking, raising a family, running a business with four employees and enjoys more free time now than he ever has. Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as we learn about how Jon had to let go in order to learn how to fully grow his company and regain his freetime instead of being a slave to his company.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Many of us are so great at the trade we perform that we decide we can go and run our own business. How hard could it be? We already know the trade, we just have to sell projects, right? Do you really know how to sell though? It's more than just showing up and offering a service for a price. Let alone the million other things you take on as an owner when you form a company. Learning how to sell should be a top priority for any business owner though, because your business doesn't exist without sales. Jim Upton is the owner of Tiger Mountain Tile, the writer of the DIYTILEGUY blog and The Grinder Newsletter. From humble beginnings in Issaquah, WA, Jim has been able to build himself a brand with steady work but it did not come without sacrifice. Investing in himself from the get go Jim sought out training to make him a better and more well rounded individual. Sales training was one part of this and greatly increased his success with potential clients closing more often. Find out about Jim's success with sales training, how it has helped develop his business, and how he got real old school with pounding the pavement during The Great Recession, all in this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Business is not a one sided operation in that if you can understand the numbers that you will be successful. If your mind and body are not in it to win it, then your company can only go so far. Undoing your headtrash, getting rid of your limiting beliefs, eating right, focusing on your physical performance, and investing in you for the long term will get you running on all cylinders and give your company more success than you could dream of.Amanda Vargas is an entrepreneur and coach, blending the nuances of business and health. Despite facing challenges such as being legally blind and living with Multiple Sclerosis, she has built several businesses, including Fettle + Fare, a health food restaurant in New Jersey which was named ‘Business of the Year' in 2020 for how she navigated the pandemic.Amanda successfully exited this business in March 2023 and now specializes in helping fellow business owners navigate the intricate balance between professional growth and personal well-being. With her unique perspective and extensive knowledge, she empowers her clients to prioritize their health while achieving remarkable business milestones.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as we look at how Amanda has not let her diagnoses keep her down, how you can improve your position with relative ease and a little discipline, and how you can take a holistic approach to being an entrepreneur.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

I've seen a lot of requests from installers looking for work lately. I've talked with a few retailers that say things have slowed. I have also talked to a bunch of people that are busier than ever still. Our current market surely is a confusing one. After shutting down most businesses for a minute, turning on the printing press, and keeping everyone locked up many of us had tons of work. Now, many are trying to figure out how to pay the bills and where the next project is coming from.Paul Trau is the managing partner of Retail Results, a consulting firm specializing in the retail home furnishings and the flooring industry. With time spent with The Carpet Guys, Empire, Mattress One, Flooring America and more he has not only seen a few economic cycles but worked on the sales and marketing through them. Listen in as Paul and I discuss his views about what he sees in our market, how you can help yourself stand out, and what kind of planning you need to have to weather storms.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

It's 2023 folks. I can't believe that this conversation even has to happen on the podcast. How an entire gender can be ignored by professionals they are asking intelligent questions to is beyond me. The only thing hotter than Phoenix currently is this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast.Katie Sue, Jennifer Lynn Barker, Ashley Singer, and Jennifer Blumer join me this week to discuss their experiences at trade shows and supply houses. You will be appalled to find out how they are ignored, overlooked, or pushed aside for when a man enters the booth. These ladies can have an intelligent conversation about their industry, their processes, and their products and yet, no one is paying attention to them. I for one know of a few companies they will not be doing business anymore.Listen in as we hear about their experiences, what they believe needs to change and how you can step up and make sure to support not only women in our industry but creating a better industry for all.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our Support the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

Google, Facebook, Instagram and now TikTok reign supreme as ways to engage with your audience and create leads. It wasn't that long ago though that a little extra money being spent on a yellow pages ad or a newspaper ad could get you all the leads you wanted. Much of the flooring industry still wants to operate like we do only deal with the yellow pages and newspaper ads. Jason Kimmel is a 3rd generation flooring industry professional. Growing up in the Floors To Go franchise system that his grandpa created, he later ran his own store, until recently when he joined the team at Flooring Liquidators to handle their social media. Jason has seen a lot change in the industry from how his grandpa and father did business to how he has to now generate content to draw attention to Flooring Liquidators.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as we discuss what's changed in the industry, how you can keep up with current trends, and why you need to stay out front or risk running your company in to the ground.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

I bet you are like me. As long as the bank account has some money in it, there is some money in the savings account, and the bills are paid, then you feel pretty good about your company. This mindset is absolutely detrimental to small businesses. We have no actual idea what is happening within our businesses to know if  we are stalled out, moving forward or shrinking. If we are counting on our profit and loss statements to tell us, then we are using a lagging indicator and it is already too late.Jeff Provost, the owner of Key Performance Integrators, is a huge fan of scorecards. This simple tool can track some key areas of your business in real time to give you instant feedback on where the company stands and which direction it is moving. You can even make scorecards for different positions within your company so that your employees can know instantly know the impact they are having on the company.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Jeff and I discuss some basics to add to your scorecard, what this info will empower you to do, and how it will allow you to set better and more powerful goals to catapult your business to a new level.Jeff's KPI Scorecard - https://www.kpintegrators.com/download-the-business-scorecard-template/Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

How many of you are truly investing in your clients? I think many of us believe we are but most of us are probably only dealing with customers and making a transaction of services for a fee. This is not a great long term plan for repeat business, continued growth, and ultimately a successful company with a great legacy and local impact.Seth Hanson, is the account manager at GoBoard a division of Johns Manville. His time is spent making sure his clients are happy and thriving by being able to sell his product. If Seth was not invested in making them successful, GoBoard would not have a leg to stand on. We will chat about Johns Manville's core values which are People, Passion, Perform and Protect. Find out how these guiding values make it easy to make big decisions and lead the company towards being successful. What values are leading your company? Do you even have any? How many people know them?Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we will be joined by Matt Baer, owner of Elite Flooring Installations in Louisville, Kentucky, who has successfully built a thriving business despite facing challenges as a recovering addict. Matt believes in the potential of individuals in the construction industry, including those who may have struggled with addiction or have a criminal record. He will share his personal journey of overcoming addiction, finding support through recovery programs, and using his experiences to shape his business model.Matt will discuss how the resources available through recovery programs have helped him establish a better business, not only for himself but also for his community. He will share insights on how hiring individuals in recovery or with criminal backgrounds can be a positive and impactful decision, including the benefits of providing second chances, fostering a supportive work environment, and promoting inclusivity and diversity in the construction industry.Join us to hear Matt's inspiring story and learn how leveraging resources available through recovery programs can contribute to building a successful and socially responsible business in the construction industry. Gain valuable insights on creating a positive work culture, empowering individuals in recovery, and making a difference in your community through your business practices.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we will be joined by Julie Howell, a senior project manager at Commercial Flooring Services in Denver, Colorado, who recognized the importance of soft skills in the flooring industry. Julie noticed that her young team members were skilled at their jobs, but lacked the necessary people skills to build and maintain relationships with clients, resulting in clients relying solely on her for their projects or questions. This realization led Julie to invest in training her team on soft skills to improve client satisfaction, ensure future work, and empower her team to work independently with multiple team members.Julie will share her insights on the significance of soft skills in the flooring industry and how they can impact client relationships and business success. She will discuss her approach to training her team on soft skills, including effective communication, customer service, relationship-building, and problem-solving. Julie will also explain why she believes in providing thorough training to her team members, so they can excel in their roles and work autonomously with clients.Don't miss this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast as Julie Howell shares her experiences and strategies for training her team on soft skills to enhance client satisfaction and improve overall business success. Learn about the importance of people skills in the flooring industry and how investing in soft skills training can benefit your team and your business. Join us to gain valuable insights on how to empower your team to build meaningful relationships with clients and excel in their roles.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we will be joined by Sean Monett, the president of Blackton Inc. in Orlando, Florida, who specializes in new construction with a focus on larger builders. Sean has recognized the importance of effectively managing teams and maintaining a harmonious work environment, as he understands that employees have their own lives outside of work and that interpersonal dynamics within the team can impact productivity and overall success.Sean will share his insights on how to navigate the delicate balance between being too friendly with employees and being too strict, and how to effectively play the role of a psychologist to manage relationships within and outside of the office. He will discuss the importance of setting clear rules and expectations for employees while also fostering a positive and supportive work culture. Sean will also share tips on how to keep the team focused on the important aspects of the business and maintain productivity.Managing teams can be challenging, and Sean will provide valuable insights on how to effectively handle employee complaints, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and create a positive work environment that fosters productivity and team cohesion. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of team management and learn from Sean's experiences in maintaining a successful flooring business while prioritizing employee well-being and team dynamics.Don't miss this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast for valuable tips on effectively managing teams, establishing clear rules and expectations, and maintaining a positive work culture for your flooring business. Gain insights on how to navigate the challenges of team dynamics and create a productive and harmonious work environment for your team.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this week's episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we will dive into how customer service and customer experience are different, what makes The Carpet Girls Experience so unique, and how you can build an experience unlike any other in your market, and lastly how it all needs a why.In this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we will be exploring the difference between customer service and customer experience with our guest, Dianne Grossman, the creator of The Carpet Girl Experience and co-founder of The Carpet Girl in Springfield Township, NJ.Dianne believes that customer service and customer experience are not interchangeable terms. She sees customer service as the act of resolving problems and ensuring customer satisfaction, while customer experience encompasses the entire journey from start to finish, including how the customer is handled, educated, and nurtured throughout the process.Dianne will share her unique approach to creating an exceptional buying experience for her clients at The Carpet Girl, which has allowed her to grow her business and build a loyal customer base. She will discuss how she recognized the disparity between the decision-makers (mostly women) and the salespeople (mostly men) in the flooring industry, and how she leveraged this insight to create a buying experience unlike any other in her market.Lastly, we explore the importance of knowing your "why" in business, as Dianne will share her experiences with her nonprofit organization and its powerful mission. Learn more about Mallory's Army.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode, we will be discussing the role of technology in streamlining business operations, particularly in the contracting industry. Our guest, Jamie Hawk, is the founder and CEO of Altitude Operations, a company that helps business owners leverage technology to streamline their processes and gain more time to work on their businesses.Jamie will share her insights on why smaller companies, including contracting firms, may not always utilize technology to its full potential. She will discuss common reasons such as concerns about expenses, lack of understanding on how to gain value from technology, and fear of technology itself. Jamie will also highlight the specific challenges that the flooring industry may face when it comes to adopting technology.We will delve into the benefits of using technology to streamline business operations, including automating repetitive tasks, improving communication, and creating repeatable systems that can be easily followed by employees. Jamie will share her extensive knowledge of the tools and technologies available to businesses, and how they can be used to optimize processes and gain efficiencies.We will also discuss the importance of taking a step back from day-to-day operations and working on the business as a whole, rather than just in the business. Jamie will provide practical tips on how business owners in the flooring industry can leverage technology to gain more time, improve communication, and create scalable systems that can drive long-term success.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode, we will be discussing the process of franchising a business and the importance of building a repeatable system for success. Our guest, Bryan Park, is the owner of Footprints Floors, a successful flooring business that he has successfully franchised to other contractors.Bryan will share his journey of starting out as a sand and finish guy and eventually transitioning to sales and management before venturing out on his own in 2008 to start Footprints Floors. He will discuss the challenges and lessons learned in building a business that was scalable and replicable, leading him to the decision to franchise his business in 2013.We will delve into the process of franchising, including the documentation and systemization required to ensure a consistent and repeatable process that can be replicated by franchisees. Bryan will share insights on how he developed a proven system that could be easily replicated, including operational processes, marketing strategies, and training programs for franchisees.We will also discuss the benefits and challenges of franchising a business, including the importance of maintaining brand consistency, providing ongoing support to franchisees, and ensuring the long-term success of the franchise system. Bryan will share his experiences and lessons learned from franchising his business, including tips for aspiring entrepreneurs who are considering franchising as a growth strategy.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode, we will be discussing the importance of leveraging time and resources to build a successful business. Our guest, Buddy Mitchell, has a track record of building successful businesses, including deck building, basement build-outs, remodeling, and currently Simply Floors with his wife Karen, which has generated over $8 million in revenue.Buddy will share his insights on how he has been able to buy back his time and create a profitable business by making strategic decisions on hiring, managing resources, and investing in the growth of his business. He will discuss the mindset shift required to transition from "doing it all yourself" to effectively delegating and leveraging resources to scale a business.We will explore Buddy's strategies for hiring the right team members, understanding when and how to invest in the business for future growth, and managing cash flow and profitability. He will also share his experiences and lessons learned from his previous businesses and how they have shaped his approach to building and growing successful ventures.Join us as we delve into Buddy's journey of building successful businesses and his insights on how to buy back your time while ensuring the long-term success of your business. Gain practical tips and strategies on how to effectively scale your business and achieve profitability, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode, we will be discussing the need to attract new talent and improve the level of quality in the flooring industry. We will highlight the efforts of the Kentucky Floor Covering Education Committee, a community-driven initiative founded to address the lack of trained talent in their area.Our guests, Bethany Mattingly, Rod Von Busch, and myself will share insights and strategies on how to up the level of quality in your local area and attract new talent to the industry. We will discuss the importance of community involvement and collaboration in addressing industry challenges and driving positive change.We will explore the role of industry organizations in addressing the talent gap and improving professionalism in the flooring industry, as well as the need for individual effort and commitment to solving the problem from within. Our guests will share their experiences and successes in their efforts to raise the bar in their local area and attract new talent to the industry.Join us as we delve into the importance of community-driven initiatives and individual commitment in improving the flooring industry's quality and attracting new talent. Gain practical strategies and insights on how to make a positive impact and drive change in your local area, and contribute to the overall growth and professionalism of the flooring industry.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode, we will be exploring the flooring industry and discussing the challenges and opportunities it presents. We will start by delving into the antiquated, unorganized, and inefficient aspects of the industry, and how this has been a common perception among many who have entered the field.We will discuss the common lack of business management skills, financial literacy, and time management among contractors in the flooring industry, and how this has impacted the overall professionalism of the industry. We will also explore the mindset of some second or third generation individuals in the industry who may accept these inefficiencies as the norm, while others, like our guest Matthew Saltzman, have a different perspective and are looking to shake things up and do things differently.Matthew Saltzman, the CEO of Louisville Tile, brings a unique perspective to the flooring industry with his previous experience in capital markets and working for major Wall Street firms. We will gain insights from his background of running his own company, Pallas Partners, and his role as a consultant and advisor for various public and private entities.Matthew will share his thoughts on the current state of the flooring industry and what he believes needs to be done to strengthen it from the bottom up. We will discuss the opportunities for growth and expansion in new markets, as well as the importance of improving business management skills, financial literacy, and time management among contractors and professionals in the industry.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

In this episode, we will be discussing the importance of systems and processes in building a business that can be sold as an asset, rather than solely relying on depreciating assets for value. We will delve into the common story of business owners who have been in the trade for many years, only to find themselves with little to sell when it's time to retire or move on from their business.We will explore the challenges and pitfalls of relying solely on equipment and physical assets as the value of a business, and how this can limit the options for business owners when it comes to exit strategies, such as selling the business or passing it on to the next generation.Dave Larson, who is part owner of United Tile & Stone and owner of Shower Concepts, located just outside of Denver, CO. Dave will share his experience of building a business that is worth selling, and how he achieved this through the implementation of systems and processes that have added value to his business beyond just the physical assets.Dave shares insights into the steps he took to transform his business into an asset that can be transitioned to his employees as partners, and how this has impacted his future plans for retirement and succession planning.We will discuss the benefits of implementing systems and processes in a business, including increased efficiency, scalability, and the ability to sell the business as a valuable asset. We will also explore how having a well-structured business can provide options for business owners when it comes to exit strategies, and how this can impact their retirement and succession planning.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and stSupport the showFloor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners.

Do you struggle to trust others to complete projects that way you would? I think this is the biggest problem facing most small contracting businesses. No one will do it as good as you, right?Shawna Bouchard is a Sr. Marketing Specialist for GoBoard at JohnsManville. She is one cog of many in a system that depends on people performing their duties. How do large companies make sure their employees perform to the standards needed and what can smaller companies do to emulate that?Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here! Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Click flooring, housing developments by the thousands, prefinished hardwood, all of these things are turning flooring into a commodity. Is flooring not an artform though? Whether you are doing carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, or floating floors, there is an art to completing the project and making it happen with our available tools.Lee and Jane Callewaert and Joshua Nordstrom are leaders in the tile artisan movement. They are doing better than Justin Timberlake at brining sexy back. Listen in as we discuss why the trades need to look sexy and focus on the art form instead of the belief that they are a commodity.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out The International Surfaces Lookbook here!Check out the virtual estimates software here! Don't forget to create an account after submitting a sample estimate to get access to more features.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Markup and margin, they're the same thing, right? Both of them get you to a higher price that is passed on to the client but what do each of them really mean, what should we be operating on, what's a healthy percentage to be at, and how do we even figure out where we need to be?Michael K Mcclanahan is no stranger to running a profitable business and none of that would have been possible without an understanding of markups and margins. Currently, he finds himself as the vice president of Flooring Install America and Virtual Estimates Now. Whether to help sell installs or provide the labor for them, when you don't know your numbers and how to be profitable, the company can not to continue to support its employees or clients. Listen in as Michael breaks down how we can insure our businesses get the cash influx they need from everything we do.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Navigating the employer employee relationship can be tough. I believe we often want our employees to succeed more than they want to succeed themselves. With those wishes we often times put ourselves in a bad position by advancing pay, allowing absences, or just going above and beyond for them when we know there will be no thanks or return on the investment.John Steier is the owner of Steier Flooring in Algona, Iowa, a certified flooring installer, and an 18 year veteran of the floor covering industry. Through the years John has built up his business to needing help, whether they be subs or employees, it hasn't always worked out well. Tune in as John and I discuss why we can't play Captain Save A Ho with our team members.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

More money, more problems. You hear it all the time. Everyone talks about wanting to scale their business up but what happens when you don't feel like dealing with more issues and scale the business down.Ron Teljeur, the owner of of Acorn Wood Floors just outside of Vancouver, once built it up to six crews using subcontractors. Between managing it all, putting out fires, and never touching the tools, he decided to scale it down to do what he loves. Tune in as we discuss how the business grew, what it looked like, the problems encountered and how things are running much more smoothly now.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

What is the purpose of your website? Is it an online place holder? A photo gallery? Does it help make you look legit? Should it be producing phone calls, appointments or sales?Daniel Moscovitch is the owner of Flooring Pros Marketing an online marketing company that specializes in web design and search engine optimization to make sure you phone is ringing. If you ask Daniel, he will tell you that if your website isn't selling, then it isn't operating correctly. Tune in to this episode to find out why your website is a powerful sales assistant and what you can do to up your website's performance.Book an appointment with Daniel here!Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

After my discussion with Todd Saunders regarding the Floorcon event, Jerry Levinson reached out and asked if he could play 20 questions with me. I was more than happy to oblige and the following is that discussion.Jerry is a business coach and consultant, former retail store owner and also owned a blinds business previously as well. His knack for marketing has helped him succeed in all his ventures. Take a listen as we go back and forth about some of the finer points of installers in the flooring industry, what the relationship with retailers should look like, and how the gap can be bridged.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Foam versus Mud, tar versus roll on moisture mitigation, hand sewing versus hot iron seams and tape, there are lot of traditions in the flooring and tile & stone industries that are dying. Mario TileGuy Garcia is one man that is making sure the tradition of mud stays alive. Through the annual MUD EVENT attendees learn how to not only mud a shower pan or a wall but the culture and traditions behind the techniques. It's a grassroots effort to bring one piece of an industry beyond its last mainstay location. Listen in as Mario and I discuss this unique event, why having another tool in your toolbox is important and why he has been traveling all over for the last few months.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

What's it like to go from employee to owner of the business you were working for? Will the other employees respect you? What parts are overwhelming? How different of a skillset do you need?Returning guest and friend of the show, Josh Hansman, found himself with a proposition from his former boss he couldn't refuse. After Josh's last appearance where he talked about what he thinks make a great employee and a previous conversation where he had said he doesn't want to be an owner again, things have changed. Listen in as we discuss why he accepted the change, what he sees as areas he needs to grow in and how the team around him has taken it.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Finding employees is tough but what if there was someone that could provide them without you having to search? Paying new hires can be a very unprofitable venture but what if there was a way to have someone else pay them well you trained them? Buying tools for a new person adds up very quickly but what if you could get those tools paid for by someone else?All of this sounds too good to be true but it isn't. The federal government has funding in place to make sure you can onboard and train employees for 90 days at their expense and they will even allow you to buy a tool package for them. Erin Albrecht is a huge advocate for this program and method of growing your company. She has turned Van Church on to it as well. Listen in as the three of us discuss what this program is, where to find it, how to use it, and what other programs may exist to help you grow you company while overcoming the installer shortage.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Is there a flooring mafia? WIll there be a new flooring mafia? Is big tech going to take over the flooring industry? Attending FloorCon 2022 put on by Broadlume was an interesting experience as a flooring installer. As a conference made for flooring retailers I was a bit out of place. I heard some things that made me wonder what people are really trying to accomplish. I reached out to Todd Saunders, the CEO of Broadlume, a company that encompasses web design, digital advertising, client management, estimating software, a selling system for four flooring brands, and more.to see if he would like to discuss my concerns and the results are this podcast. Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

They're lazy. They don't want to work. They are on their phones all the time. I've heard a lot of nasty talk about late millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alpha. It's nothing that wasn't said about any generation before them. They also are not lazy, they are a product of their environment. Listen in as Nick Hofmann, owner of Pokuna Tile, and I discuss how a recent career day went for his kindergartener son, what we need to be doing to grow new talent, and how the industry can successfully move forward from where we are currently at.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Online flooring sales are a growing space for the industry. What would it entail to be able to sell online? Who would your market be? Is it worth it to go national or could you manage just a local online business? How would the clients get the flooring? WIth 25 years experience in global sales, marketing and branding, Bob Baldocchi knows his stuff. During his 15 years at Emser Tile he was the chief marketing officer and helped build out their e-commerce business. Now with On3, he is an owner and investor and working on building digital training solutions for the flooring industry. Listen in as Bob and I discuss how you can implement e-commerce into your retail business and what that would like.ON3Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Are industry events necessary to attend? What do you gain by going to them? Are they really just for retailers?The International Surface Event is returning to Las Vegas January 31st to February 2nd 2023. Listen in to Paul Treanor, the senior manager of content and community, and myself to find out what's happening at the show and why you need to attend.Don't forget to use the code KYLE when registering for Surfaces so that you get your free exhibition pass!Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Do you ever get asked if your products are green? How will they affect the home environment? Do they have VOC's or do they have phthalates? Graham Capobianco is 5th generation flooring professional and the Sustainability Manager for North America at Novalis Innovative Flooring. His role includes not only knowing how products impact the environment but also helping contractors work through the paperwork for LEED certifications. Listen in as we discuss how you can easily wade your way through the questions clients ask you about sustainability and get help from your manufacturing partners.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

I'm so sick of training people because they will just leave and do it themselves. I see this comment all the time. How about, I don't want to teach them everything because they will leave to go out on their own. Having reliable employees is very difficult. Harder still is having employees that have an owners mentality. How do we get our employees to take pride in the business they represent? How can we get employees to own their problems instead of trying to pass the buck? Dan Wall is the lead carpenter for Covenant Construction in Ontario, Canada. With 25 years in the construction field and 12 of them at Covenant, he has been a staple in their business and seen plenty of guys come and go. How has he helped nurture the new talent? What are his secrets to success of getting employees to take on an owners mentality? Listen in to find out on this week's episode of the Floor Academy podcast.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Does your construction company service multiple areas? Commercial? New build? Residential remodel? Do you have other services within your niche? Removal only? Cleaning? Epoxy coatings? When is it time to have these services become their own division? How do we set them up for success?Chris Griffin is the Director of Innovation at Johns Manville. It is his responsibility to help encourage a startups growth while making sure they are on a path to success. What is he looking for to see how a division is performing? How does he know they are ready to leave the nest and fly on their own? What can we take away from this and apply to our companies to be better structured and organized?Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Many flooring contractors are subcontractors. They get all of their projects from a workroom or a retailer. Not everyone is out there hunting down homeowners, general contractors and builders to build relationships and find work. It also isn't for everyone.Justin Reilly has been in the flooring industry as an installer for 9 years. He has always been a subcontractor whether it be commercial or residential projects. Lately he has been wondering what it would take to go out on his own and start finding his own clientele. The bigger risk means a bigger reward but it also means a larger time commitment and less stability.Listen in to this different approach to an episode as we work through Justin's questions and figure out if this is a move he wants to make or not.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

Do you have a solid training plan for new hires? Do you have training that your office staff receives? Many contractors are lacking in this part of their business and just look for a body to fill a position when they need it filled and worry about the rest later.Laura Fisher is co-owner of Fisher Global Developments which encompasses a few brands offering business suites, storage units, a podcast studio, and private jet acquisitions. Laura has been able to build a team around here that can run solidly, through her focus on training and operations management. Nothing is left up to chance. Listen in to find out how you can have less fires to put out through  having better organization.Check Laura out on her podcast.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleLaticreteCheck out our website and storeSupport the show