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Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!When's the last time you sat down with your team and rebuilt your mission, vision, and values—not as a formality, but as the engine that drives your company forward?If you're an outdoor living pro, landscaper, or hardscaper feeling stuck in survival mode or noticing turnover, confusion, or lack of direction, this episode is your wake-up call. Joshua explains why winter is the perfect time to slow production, rethink your company's identity, and give your team the clarity and purpose they're craving.You will:Learn how to run a simple, powerful mission/vision workshop that strengthens culture and loyalty.Discover how clarity of purpose transforms decision-making, alignment, and long-term growth.Understand how redefining values with your team reignites motivation, ownership, and direction.Press play now to learn how to use this winter to rebuild your mission, realign your team, and create a purpose-driven company that rows in the same direction all season long.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.

You think your crew knows your standards? You're dead wrong, and it's costing you profit and headaches. Stop being a vague, nebulous leader who makes assumptions. Your team, your tribe, needs to understand the direction and the non-negotiable values that drive your business. Tim and Derek break down why you need to stop letting your employees guess what you stand for and how to build a culture that lasts longer than a project. You want a winning formula? It starts with leadership and clearly defined values. ============================================================Our new mini-course The Contractor's Code to FINALLY Cracking $1M just launched! Click Here to get Your FREE Access: https://thecontractorfight.com/code============================================================== Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review.Apple PodcastsSpotify

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Today's show documents a lively, late-night brainstorming session between two friends, Eric and Tyson, who are discussing branding and identity for Tyson's elite fire suppression business, Acefire. Fueled by whiskey and a fire in the background, the conversation quickly turns to leveraging ChatGPT, an AI tool, to formalize an "elite" group identity and an accompanying mascot, logo, and motto for Tyson's top employees. They discuss inspiration from military and fire department "brotherhood" aesthetics, focusing on a Reaper figure as a protector, and collaborate with the AI in real-time to refine the concept, ultimately deciding on the group name "The Fire Reapers" and the Latin motto "Morris Ignis" ("Death to Fire"). The discussion highlights the efficiency of using AI for creative framework development and branding execution. Key Takeaways: Structure complex professional knowledge by using AI to assemble your "brain dump" into a correct and usable framework. Improve client communication by summarizing lengthy technical explanations into concise descriptions that are easily grasped by those with little prior knowledge. Grow the perception of your company by establishing separate divisions for installation, maintenance, and service to create an image of authority and scale. Build internal pride and professionalism by visually recognizing your elite employees with accolades that reflect their high level of mastery and contribution. Maintain a commitment to excellence and growth by striving to constantly get better and encouraging your team to exceed expectations rather than settling for mediocrity.

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99 Business Brokerage & Exit Strategies for Contractors | Jonathan Buehler   The Entrepenudist Podcast https://entreprenudist.com Thinking about selling your construction or home service business? In this episode, Jonathan Buehler, founder of Buehler Business Brokers, breaks down how to value, prepare, and sell your company for maximum profit. We discuss key strategies for exit planning, business valuation, and brokerage insights tailored to the construction trades and home service industries. Whether you're preparing for retirement or simply ready for your next chapter, this conversation helps you understand what drives business value and how to make your exit smooth and successful. --------------------------- About Jonathan Buehler Jon Buehler is the founder of Buehler Business Brokers, where he helps owners of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other home service companies sell their businesses with confidence. With over 16 years of experience spanning contracting, distribution, and manufacturing, Jon brings deep industry insight to every deal he manages. After nearly two decades in the trades, Jon transitioned into business brokerage in 2022, driven by a passion for helping business owners unlock the full value of their life's work. As both a Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), he guides clients through every stage of the sale process—from valuation and preparation to finding the right buyer and closing successfully. Jon has been recognized as a top business broker by the Business Brokers of Florida and the International Business Brokers Association, and he's a frequent speaker at national and regional trade events, including ACCA and FRACCA, where he educates contractors on building more valuable, sellable businesses. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Jon lives with his wife Tiffany and their four kids. When he's not advising clients, you'll find him spending time with his family or helping business owners plan their next big chapter. ---------------- About the Host: Randolph Love III, is the Founder and President of, ShieldWolf Strongholds, a wealth protection company that specializes in providing Business Owners, Franchise Owners, and Retirees with high level Business Exit Planning, Retirement Income Planning, and Tax Free Cash Value Life Insurance education as a Certified IUL Master. He is a Partner and Consultant with The Franchise Consulting Company; one of the most renowned American owned franchise consulting companies in the world. He is the Author of the forthcoming Financial Literacy book, "The Miracle Money Vehicle: How To Make Money Make Babies;" which gives individuals and business owners a step by step guide on what they need to do to have the option to retire, or exit their current position in less than 5-10 years, with properly structured, and funded Trusts and Tax Strategies. Also, he is the host of, "The Entreprenudist Podcast: The Place To Hear Real Entrepreneurs and Business Owners BARE IT ALL;" ranked in the TOP 10% of podcasts for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs by ListenNotes.com.

In this episode of the Building Freedom Podcast, host Randy Stanbury breaks down Reason #6 of why builders and remodelers fail to grow: the lack of systems and software mastery.Randy explains why systems must come before people, how inconsistent processes create chaos, and why your software should become the home of all your SOPs. You'll learn the importance of the Systems C.I.A. role (Creator, Implementer, Accountability), how to pinpoint your biggest issues using IRCs, and how to simplify your operations with the Process Improvement Generator.If you want predictable results, better profitability, and more freedom in your business, this episode shows you where to start.If you like what you're listening to, we would love it if you could give us a 5-star review! This will help us know we are giving you what you need to grow and succeed as an entrepreneur. Please reach out to us on social media or through our website with other information you might want to hear on upcoming episodes!https://www.4levelcoach.com/https://www.instagram.com/4levelcoach/https://www.facebook.com/4LevelCoach/https://www.linkedin.com/company/4-level-coach

You don't have a marketing problem. You have an attention problem. Period. It's time to stop thinking your quality work is enough - the best contractor doesn't win, the best known one does. Joey Yak of Content 4 Contractors breaks down the mindset you need to dominate your local market with video, including his "Zone Method" (Personal, Experience, Expert) and the C4 strategy (Creativity, Consistency, Communication, Convenience). If you're tired of waiting on referrals, it's time to build a brand that makes you locally famous. https://content4contractors.com/This is your blueprint to building the creative department your business needs.============================================================Our new mini-course The Contractor's Code to FINALLY Cracking $1M just launched! Click Here to Reserve Your FREE Access: https://thecontractorfight.com/code============================================================== Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review.Apple PodcastsSpotify

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In this conversation, Clark Brooks discusses the comprehensive approach his company takes in the home buying and construction process. He emphasizes the importance of being a one-stop shop, providing in-house design and engineering services, and streamlining the permitting process to ensure efficiency and reduce delays. Brooks highlights the significance of thorough planning and collaboration with various professionals to minimize corrections and enhance the overall experience for clients.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Welcome back to the Top Contractor School Podcast, where contractors come to grow stronger, scale smarter, and lead businesses that last. In this episode, Eric Guy sits down with Tim Klimchock, CPA, CCIFP, and founder of Collaborative Advisory Group, to break down what financial capacity really means—and how contractors can use data, discipline, and better systems to fuel sustainable growth. With over two decades serving the construction industry, Tim brings a wealth of real-world experience helping companies scale from small family operations to industry leaders.

Justin"Danger"Carroll has an incredible pedigree! Marsoc Marine with Combat Deployments, Contractor, Instructor, Digital Security guy, Paramedic, SAR team member, LEO, Author, and gentlemen about town.  In this episode we talk about his latest book, Competent and Dangerous, Master The Skills To Be A Man Among Men. It's the book every young man should read! Available now on Amazon. You can find Justin both here https://www.justindangercarroll.com and here https://swiftsilentdeadly.com You can find this shows sponsor RallyPointISRSolutions here https://www.rallypointisrsolutions.com You can find this shows sponsor Absolute Security and Lock here http://absolutesecurityandlock.com You can find this shows website here https://www.thedistinguishedsavage.com The views, information, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guest speakers and do not necessarily represent those of any associated organizations, employers, or sponsors. The opinions and views shared do not reflect the positions of our sponsors or their affiliated companies. This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice in any field including but not limited to legal, medical, financial, or technical matters. All content is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy but cannot guarantee that all information presented is correct, complete, or up-to-date. Listeners should verify any critical information independently. Guest opinions belong to them alone. Our interviews with various individuals do not constitute endorsement of their views, products, or services. By listening to this podcast, you agree that we are not responsible for any decisions you make based on the information provided. Please consult with qualified professionals before making important decisions related to your health, finances, or legal matters. This podcast may contain explicit language or mature themes. Listener discretion is advised. © 2025 The Distinguished Savage, Savage Concepts LLC

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Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Do you treat winter like downtime — or as the secret weapon that could set up your most profitable year ever?While most contractors kick back after the season ends, Joshua Gillow challenges you to do the opposite. In this episode, he reveals why the off-season is the perfect time to overhaul your systems, sharpen your team, and fix the inefficiencies that drain profits all summer long.You will:Learn how to transform winter from a “dead season” into your business's most productive growth window.Discover simple systems and SOPs that save time, reduce chaos, and empower your crew.Find out how to use education, leadership development, and communication to strengthen your entire company before spring.Tune in now to discover how to use your off-season to grow your people, your systems, and your profits — so next year isn't just a repeat, it's your biggest leap forward.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.

Fresh off the 2025 Grand Summit Conference in Seattle, Molly sits down with Coach Eamon to debrief his first Summit experience with over 200 trades industry leaders. From Tiffani Bova's "Experience Mindset" keynote to the deeply resonant conversation on leadership and mental health with Rob Vallentine, they share observations on standout sessions, unexpected moments, and what makes this community so unique.Today's Podcast is brought to you by The Sherwin-Williams Company

Join Todd Miller and Ryan Bell in this episode of Construction Disruption as they welcome John Stewart Hill, founder of The Good Contractors List (TGCL). Based in Texas, John shares his unique journey of faith and entrepreneurship that led to the creation of TGCL, a national platform revolutionizing how homeowners and contractors interact.TGCL is the first and only resource backing each contractor's work with a $25,000 guarantee, offering true peace of mind and a proven mediation process. Since 2011, TGCL has been committed to accountability, integrity, and craftsmanship, creating a community where both contractors and homeowners can trust and thrive. Don't miss this insightful conversation about trust, character, and the future of the contracting industry.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Host Greetings00:46 Introducing the Guest: John Stewart Hill02:20 John's Faith Journey and Life Epiphany06:14 The Birth of The Good Contractors List12:44 Challenges and Integrity in Vetting Contractors18:41 The Importance of Third-Party Guarantees23:02 Follow-Up Process and Contractor Challenges24:29 Contractor Costs and Community Building27:50 Vetting and Maintaining Contractor Relationships29:14 Future Vision for the Good Contractors List31:43 Impact of Renova Home Partners Bankruptcy35:36 Rapid Fire Questions38:52 Final Thoughts and How to Get InvolvedConnect with John OnlineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnstewarthill/Website: https://thegoodcontractorslist.com/For more Construction Disruption, listen on Apple Podcasts or YouTubeConnect with us on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedInThis episode was produced by Isaiah Industries, Inc.Construction Disruption was recently featured in this 15 Best Podcasts for Contractors list!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Catch the latest Level Up Claims podcast episode, where Galen Hair chats with Lee Miller, host of the Conquer Contractor Chaos podcast. Lee shares his journey from construction to building multi-million dollar businesses. Discover how crafting the right culture can turn chaos into long- term success. Whether you're a contractor or business owner, learn why culture trumps strategy and how to build a powerhouse team that wins every time. Don't miss Lee's insights on leveraging intrinsic values to create a thriving work environment. Tune in!   Highlights Culture always eats strategy for breakfast. Contractors lose people due to culture, not pay. Transition from construction to hospitality. Learning through managerial curiosity. Culture needs to be intentional. Intrinsic vs. extrinsic values. Building intrinsic values in the workplace. Maslow's hierarchy of needs applied. The love and belonging phase elevates teams. Cultivate a positive and intentional culture. Competency vs. commitment in employees. Blueprint for intentional culture building. Communicate culture goals effectively. Episode Resources Connect with Galen M. Hair https://insuranceclaimhq.com hair@hairshunnarah.com  https://levelupclaim.com/  

Builders! Don't leave 2026 to chance! Join our free strategic planning web class on November 18 to get ahead: learn how to spot cash flow crunches before they hit, identify who to hire before you need them, and lock it all into a proven annual plan used by 1,900+ contractors. Click the link to register now: https://trybta.com/CE-SPB-Nov25Take our five minute quiz and get a free custom roadmap to growing your contracting business: https://trybta.com/DL246To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/EP246 Entrepreneurship doesn't have to be lonely. But for most contractors, it is.After years of grinding alone, Ryan Lermitte from Umbrella Property Services discovered something that changed everything: the power of real community.In this episode of Contractor Evolution, Ryan shares his 8-year journey with Breakthrough Academy and reveals why he stayed long after learning the systems. The deep connections, unexpected collaborations with competitors, and the emotional ROI that no spreadsheet can capture.If you've ever felt isolated in your business journey, this conversation will remind you that you're not meant to do this alone.

Sebastian's has questions for the cast listening CONTRACTORS out there. The boys delve into their experiences of getting groovy with GUMMIES. And Pete throws out his wife's ANNIVERSARY CARD without remorse (though not without repercussion). Follow Sebastian: @SebastianComedy Follow Pete: @PeteCorreale To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastianYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastian⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastian⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For Sebastian's tour dates, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sebastianlive.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For Pete's tour dates, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.petecorreale.com/⁠ Sign up for you one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/thecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with Cassi Hallam, Chief Marketing Officer of System Pavers, the nation's #1 outdoor remodeling company.With nearly two decades of experience leading high-performance teams and data-driven marketing strategies, Cassi shares how she helped transform System Pavers into a national brand built on trust, service, and innovation. We talked primarily about how to create marketing that connects with people on a deeper level.If you're a business owner, marketer, or leader who wants to grow without losing your values, this conversation is full of insights on what it really takes to scale a brand with purpose.Guest Info:Cassi HallamWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://systempavers.com/Host Info:Email: Bill@rkreiman.comCONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶︎ YOUTUBE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAdSxHN0dIXZPhA-6p1HYA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ INSTAGRAM | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/imbillreiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎FACEBOOK| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/billy.reiman ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ LINKEDIN | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-reim...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ TWITTER | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ImBillReiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ WEBSITE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rkreiman.com⁠

Send us a textLeads aren't dying. They're expiring while your team gets to them. We unpack a practical playbook for contractors to capture more jobs without buying more clicks, focusing on speed to lead across online scheduling, AI-enabled chat, and automated follow-ups that never sleep. Joined by Danielle from Contractor In Charge and OnePath, we talk through what actually converts: fewer fields, faster confirmations, wider time windows, and a frictionless path from “I have a problem” to “I've got a booked visit.”We start with the hard truth from the data: if you wait six hours on a weekday or forty-eight over the weekend to reply, the customer is gone and the lead looks “bad.” From there, we show how to strip obstacles out of your web experience—let customers describe the issue in their own words, enter a phone and ZIP, see availability, and book in four steps. Worried about routing or edge cases? Book first, optimize later. Then we dive into chat, where most visitors want simple answers fast. AI can greet, qualify, and schedule 24/7, but must offer a human-out at any time to build trust and handle nuance.Form fills still matter, but only with instant automation. We outline how to trigger same‑second replies via text and email, push to scheduling, and follow up on abandoned interactions without relying on a busy inbox. Danielle explains how OnePath brings all of this together—web scheduler, chat, text‑to‑book, and AI-driven, human-backed support—so every channel stays fast, familiar, and flexible. The result is higher conversion, better customer experience, and real protection when shoulder season softens demand.If this conversation helps you spot your slowest link, share it with a teammate, subscribe for more field-tested growth tactics, and leave a quick review to tell us where you're losing speed today.If you enjoyed this chat From the Yellow Chair, consider joining our newsletter, "Let's Sip Some Lemonade," where you can receive exclusive interviews, our bank of helpful downloadables, and updates on upcoming content. Please consider following and drop a review below if you enjoyed this episode. Be sure to check out our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. From the Yellow Chair is powered by Lemon Seed, a marketing strategy and branding company for the trades. Lemon Seed specializes in rebrands, creating unique, comprehensive, organized marketing plans, social media, and graphic design. Learn more at www.LemonSeedMarketing.com Interested in being a guest on our show? Fill out this form! We'll see you next time, Lemon Heads!

What if misclassifying your team could cost you thousands in back taxes, penalties, and missed benefits? Most business owners don't realize how risky it can be to pay someone as a contractor when they really should be an employee. In this episode, Danielle Hayden, reformed corporate CFO and CEO of Kickstart Accounting, Inc., simplifies the IRS classification rules into a 3-step framework that helps you confidently decide whether your next hire or current team should be a contractor or employee, and when it might be time to make a change. Key Takeaways:  Know the 3 Keys of Classification: These are the factors the IRS uses to determine if someone should be classified as an employee or contractor. Behavioral Control – Who decides how and when the work gets done? Financial Control – Who provides the equipment and sets the pay rate? Relationship – Is this a short-term project or an ongoing partnership? A Signed Contract Doesn't Override Your Day-to-Day Working Relationship: If you control how, when, and with what tools someone works, they're likely an employee, no matter what the contract says. Your Team Structure Will Evolve as Your Business Grows: It's normal to start with contractors and transition to employees as you establish systems, brand standards, and long-term goals. Don't Forget the Tax Implications: Contractors complete a W9 and handle their own taxes (including the employer portion). Employees go on payroll, and you, the business owner, take on that responsibility. Trust Your Gut and Your "Auditor Test": If you couldn't confidently explain to an auditor why someone is a contractor, it's probably time to make them an employee. Topics Discussed: (00:00) Intro: The Costly Risks of Misclassifying Your Team + The 3 Key Factors the IRS Uses (02:28) Step 1: Behavioral Control – Who's in Charge of the How and When? (02:56) Step 2: Financial Control – Who Sets the Pay and Provides the Tools? (03:24) Step 3: Relationship – Short-Term Project or Long-Term Partnership? (04:13) Why a Signed Agreement Isn't Enough If You're Relationship Says Otherwise (04:44) Trusting Your Gut: The "Auditor Test" for Classification Decisions (05:14) How Your Hiring Strategy Evolves as Your Business Grows (08:13) Tax Implications: W9s, 1099s, and Who's Responsible for What (09:58) Resources on Hiring and Payroll for Business Owners from Kickstart Accounting, Inc.  (10:29) Quick Recap of 3-Step Framework + Danielle's "Gut Check" Test Before Hiring (11:06) Outro: Like, Share and Subscribe!   Related Episodes: The Employee Expansion Blueprint: When It's Time to Convert 1099 Contractors – Ep 120 Resources: The Ultimate Small Business Hiring Guide: From Planning to Payroll, How To Build a Thriving Team    Book a Call with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/book-a-call/    Connect with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/Kickstartaccounting YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@businessbythebooks  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kickstartaccountinginc

What do billion-dollar developers really think about design — and where does lighting fit in?In this episode, LytePOD host Sam Koerbel sits down with the COO of a luxury real-estate developer in New York City responsible for billions of dollars in projects. Together they unpack the owner's perspective on budgets, design ambition, and risk — and what happens when lighting becomes the most misunderstood line item on the spreadsheet.This candid, behind-the-scenes conversation reveals how developers make decisions, where designers lose trust, and what it takes to bridge the gap between creativity and construction reality.

Eric Serna is a Northern California construction and electrical contracting executive recognized for building high performing teams, strengthening operational discipline, and delivering complex commercial, institutional, and multi family projects. With leadership roles at Helix Electric and CMD Electric, he has driven large scale project success across higher education campuses, civic facilities, mission-critical infrastructure, hospitality, and multi unit residential developments.Eric is known for elevating field execution, safety culture, and workforce development while partnering closely with general contractors, developers, and owners to drive schedule, quality, and financial performance. His leadership style blends strategic planning with hands-on jobsite experience, creating trusted project teams and lasting industry partnerships.A long-time advocate for the merit-shop construction industry, Eric serves on regional Associated Builders & Contractors boards, supporting industry advancement, leadership pipelines, and contractor success throughout Northern California. Outside of work, he remains committed to community and youth development through sports and charitable initiatives.In this episode we cover how to get your start in construction.Why learning and mentorship is extremely important. We cover some great books to read and how to develop yourself.The cornerstone of communication.And so much more! https://cmdelectric.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-serna-a8310755/-----------------------------------------------Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creationComment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subscribe!Want to speed up your Revit production and take your time back?https://www.kowabungastudios.comNeed an Electrical Engineer to help you with your design-build projects?Visit https://verticaldesignservices.com/ #Revit #BIM #Automation #KowabungaStudios #MEP #MEPAutomation

In this episode of the Roofing Technology Think Tank podcast, host Karen Edwards is joined by Wendy Marvin, CEO of Matrix Roofing and RT3 board president, and Elliott Wittstruck, founder of Contractor CTO. Together, they explore the transformative power of technology in the construction industry. Discover how Elliott, in the role of fractional CTO, is helping Wendy leverage technology that she is already using to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences and drive business growth. Whether you're a contractor looking to optimize your tech stack or simply curious about the latest industry innovations, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to learn how to harness technology for success in your business. Learn more at https://rt3thinktank.com/

What if misclassifying your team could cost you thousands in back taxes, penalties, and missed benefits? Most business owners don't realize how risky it can be to pay someone as a contractor when they really should be an employee. In this episode, Danielle Hayden, reformed corporate CFO and CEO of Kickstart Accounting, Inc., simplifies the IRS classification rules into a 3-step framework that helps you confidently decide whether your next hire or current team should be a contractor or employee, and when it might be time to make a change. Key Takeaways:  Know the 3 Keys of Classification: These are the factors the IRS uses to determine if someone should be classified as an employee or contractor. Behavioral Control – Who decides how and when the work gets done? Financial Control – Who provides the equipment and sets the pay rate? Relationship – Is this a short-term project or an ongoing partnership? A Signed Contract Doesn't Override Your Day-to-Day Working Relationship: If you control how, when, and with what tools someone works, they're likely an employee, no matter what the contract says. Your Team Structure Will Evolve as Your Business Grows: It's normal to start with contractors and transition to employees as you establish systems, brand standards, and long-term goals. Don't Forget the Tax Implications: Contractors complete a W9 and handle their own taxes (including the employer portion). Employees go on payroll, and you, the business owner, take on that responsibility. Trust Your Gut and Your "Auditor Test": If you couldn't confidently explain to an auditor why someone is a contractor, it's probably time to make them an employee. Topics Discussed: (00:00) Intro: The Costly Risks of Misclassifying Your Team + The 3 Key Factors the IRS Uses (02:28) Step 1: Behavioral Control – Who's in Charge of the How and When? (02:56) Step 2: Financial Control – Who Sets the Pay and Provides the Tools? (03:24) Step 3: Relationship – Short-Term Project or Long-Term Partnership? (04:13) Why a Signed Agreement Isn't Enough If You're Relationship Says Otherwise (04:44) Trusting Your Gut: The "Auditor Test" for Classification Decisions (05:14) How Your Hiring Strategy Evolves as Your Business Grows (08:13) Tax Implications: W9s, 1099s, and Who's Responsible for What (09:58) Resources on Hiring and Payroll for Business Owners from Kickstart Accounting, Inc.  (10:29) Quick Recap of 3-Step Framework + Danielle's "Gut Check" Test Before Hiring (11:06) Outro: Like, Share and Subscribe!   Related Episodes: The Employee Expansion Blueprint: When It's Time to Convert 1099 Contractors – Ep 120 Resources: The Ultimate Small Business Hiring Guide: From Planning to Payroll, How To Build a Thriving Team    Book a Call with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/book-a-call/    Connect with Kickstart Accounting, Inc.: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/Kickstartaccounting YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@businessbythebooks  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kickstartaccountinginc

Full audio of the Supreme Court oral argument in Hencely v. Fluor Corp (No. 24-924), argued November 3, 2025. In this case, an Army specialist injured in a Bagram Airfield bombing sues defense contractor Fluor, and the Justices probe whether "uniquely federal interests" and the FTCA's combatant activities exception can preempt state tort claims against military contractors—even when the contractor allegedly breached its contract and violated military orders. The argument goes to the core of contractor immunity, battlefield accountability, and who pays the price when private companies help wage war. Check out the official Crime Talk merch at the Crime Talk Store: scottreisch.com/crime-talk-store. #HencelyvFluor #SCOTUS #SupremeCourt #OralArgument #MilitaryContractors #CrimeTalk

Timothy Warren of Helium SEO joins Eric on today's podcast. He discusses the impact of ChatGPT on the search industry and specifically on Google. Warren explains that Google had a "red alert" meeting after Chat GPT launched because the AI tool is superior to Google for complex search queries, though Google remains better for commercial, location-based searches. The discussion covers the history and rapid adoption of ChatGPT, Google's strategic response with tools like Gemini and AI Overviews—which are hurting many websites' traffic but serving Google's need to compete—and the changing landscape of jobs, suggesting that AI is replacing creative roles more quickly than technical ones. Finally, Warren offers practical SEO advice for businesses, emphasizing the need to validate SEO providers, focus on high-relevance, localized content, and the strategy of using multiple Google My Business locations to maximize local search visibility. Key Takeaways: Embrace AI tools like ChatGPT for complicated technical searches and rely on Google for commercial and local queries. Continually learn and grow with new technology, recognizing that sticking strictly to old methods can lead to job obsolescence. Use AI to help organize and framework your thoughts or complex talking points before delivering the final personalized content. When creating online content, focus heavily on content that is hyper-relevant to local, specific user intent rather than generalized blogging. If hiring an SEO company, immediately check whether they rank in the top three for "SEO agency" in their own city.

In this episode of The Real Build, I sit down with John Stewart Hill, founder and CEO of The Good Contractors List, to talk about what it really means to do business the right way in the home service industry.After a life-changing experience, John made it his mission to restore trust between homeowners and contractors — creating a community of qualified professionals who take pride in honesty, craftsmanship, and accountability. The Good Contractors List now backs every referral with a $25,000 guarantee, setting a new standard for integrity in construction.We talk about:Why having a list of trusted, vetted contractors matters more than everHow The Good Contractors List became a community where contractors refer each otherThe $25,000 Good Contractor Guarantee and what it really means for homeownersThe #1 red flag most people miss when hiring a contractorHow we can all work together to restore trust in the home service industryIf you're a homeowner, builder, or trade professional who cares about raising the standard, this episode will remind you why doing good business is always good business.Guest Info:John Stewart HillWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thegoodcontractorslist.com/Host Info:Email: Bill@rkreiman.comCONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶︎ YOUTUBE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAdSxHN0dIXZPhA-6p1HYA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ INSTAGRAM | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/imbillreiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎FACEBOOK| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/billy.reiman ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ LINKEDIN | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-reim...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ TWITTER | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ImBillReiman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶︎ WEBSITE | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rkreiman.com⁠

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!When's the last time you revisited your company's mission, vision, and values — not just as words on a wall, but as the heartbeat that drives your team's purpose?If your team feels disconnected, turnover is rising, or you're stuck in survival mode, this episode is your winter wake-up call. Joshua explains why now is the perfect season to slow production — and speed up clarity — by redefining your company's core purpose.Listeners will:Discover how to host a mission and vision reset session that actually inspires your team.Learn the biblical and leadership principle behind “Where there is no vision, the people perish.”Find out how aligning values with actions can turn a burned-out crew into a purpose-driven force.Listen now to learn how to use your off-season to reignite your company's mission, clarify your vision, and realign your team around purpose — so you can lead with confidence and build lasting impact.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.

Grow by designing marketing campaigns where every piece amplifies the others – a philosophy that is called 2 + 2 = 5 by my guest, Crystal Williams, the founder and CEO of Lemon Seed Marketing. Crystal gives you questions you should answer and the marketing percentages that you can implement for a successful marketing program in 2026. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam

Welcome to the Master The NEC Podcast, the show where we don't just talk theory — we talk truth about the National Electrical Code, real-world installations, and what it actually takes to be a professional in this trade.I'm your host, Paul Abernathy — The Electrical Guru — and today we're stepping outside the codebook for a minute to talk about something that every contractor faces sooner or later:That gut-twisting moment when a customer suddenly acts like they don't want to pay once the job is done.You've been there — you did the work, passed inspection, the system's clean, neat, and labeled… and now you're standing there with an invoice that's somehow “a surprise” to them.So how do you handle it? How do you protect your business, get paid, and still maintain your professional reputation?Today, I'm sharing 10 proven negotiation tactics that'll help you de-escalate these situations, stay calm, and even turn them into future opportunities.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

Welcome to the Master The NEC Podcast, where we go beyond code to talk business, professionalism, and mindset for electricians who want to master more than just conductors.I'm Paul Abernathy, The Electrical Guru, and today we're talking about something that stops more electricians from succeeding than competition ever could — pricing fear.You've heard it before: ‘They're cheaper than you!' … or ‘I can get my brother-in-law to do it for half.'But the real problem isn't your price — it's your confidence.Today, I'm going to show you how to charge what you're worth, how to sell your value instead of defending your rate, and how to walk into every quote knowing you're the professional — not the discount store.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

Welcome to the Master The NEC Podcast, the show where we don't just talk theory — we talk truth about the National Electrical Code, real-world installations, and what it actually takes to be a professional in this trade.I'm your host, Paul Abernathy — The Electrical Guru — and today we're stepping outside the codebook for a minute to talk about something that every contractor faces sooner or later:That gut-twisting moment when a customer suddenly acts like they don't want to pay once the job is done.You've been there — you did the work, passed inspection, the system's clean, neat, and labeled… and now you're standing there with an invoice that's somehow “a surprise” to them.So how do you handle it? How do you protect your business, get paid, and still maintain your professional reputation?Today, I'm sharing 10 proven negotiation tactics that'll help you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

Welcome to the Master The NEC Podcast, where we go beyond code to talk business, professionalism, and mindset for electricians who want to master more than just conductors.I'm Paul Abernathy, The Electrical Guru, and today we're talking about something that stops more electricians from succeeding than competition ever could — pricing fear.You've heard it before: ‘They're cheaper than you!' … or ‘I can get my brother-in-law to do it for half.'But the real problem isn't your price — it's your confidence.Today, I'm going to show you how to charge what you're worth, how to sell your value instead of defending your rate, and how to walk into every quote knowing you're the professional — not the discount store.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

Hey folks, it's Paul Abernathy — The Electrical Guru from the Master The NEC Podcast.You want more local business without paying for ads?Here's the trick — get your customers to leave 5-star reviews while you're still on the jobsite.I'll show you how to use QR codes — like the ones I laser-engrave on my metal hat clips — to link straight to Google, Bing, and Yelp.It's simple, it's smart, and it turns every service call into free marketing.Tune in to the latest episode — Scan for Success — and I'll show you how to wire your business for growth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

On today's Wholesale Hotline Podcast (Special Saturday Edition), we help you start your weekend right offering tips, news and mindset advice. Show notes -- in these episodes we cover: Tips to level up your wholesaling business. Motivation to keep you going on your real estate journey.  The latest industry news to keep you updated.    Please give us a rating and let us know how we are doing! ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖  ☎️ Welcome to Wholesale Hotline & Flipping Mastery Breakout! ☎️ Jerry Norton went from digging holes for minimum wage in his mid 20's to becoming a millionaire by the age of 30. Today he's the nation's leading expert on flipping houses and has taught thousands of people how to live their dream lifestyle through real estate.   **NOTE: To Download any of Jerry's FREE training, tools, or resources… Click on the link provided and enter your email. The download is automatically emailed to you. If you don't see it, check your junk/spam folder, in case your email provider put it there. If you still don't see it, contact our support at: support@flippingmastery.com or 888) 958-3028.  ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖  

On this detailed training, Jerry teaches how to rehab 15 houses a year like a pro. Learn how to manage contractors hassle free!get the best rehab management CRMhttp://JoinFlipster.comGet A Free Quote On Your Next Rehab (Nationwide)https://forms.monday.com/forms/6fc2b99facfb6ee9344388f80c8ad0f9?r=use1This podcast was originally released on YouTube. Check out Jerry Norton's YouTube channel, with over 2,700 videos on all things wholesaling and flipping!  https://www.youtube.com/c/FlippingMasteryTVAbout Jerry Norton Jerry Norton went from digging holes for minimum wage in his mid 20's to becoming a millionaire by the age of 30. Today he's the nation's leading expert on flipping houses and has taught thousands of people how to live their dream lifestyle through real estate.    **NOTE: To Download any of Jerry's FREE training, tools, or resources… Click on the link provided and enter your email. The download is automatically emailed to you. If you don't see it, check your junk/spam folder, in case your email provider put it there. If you still don't see it, contact our support at: support@flippingmastery.com or (888) 958-3028.Get Access to Unlimited Free Property Searches and Downloads: https://flippingmastery.com/propwireWholesaling & House Flipping Software: https://flippingmastery.com/flipsterpodMake $10,000 Finding Deals: https://flippingmastery.com/10kpodGet 100% funding for your deals: https://flippingmastery.com/fspodMentoring Program: https://flippingmastery.com/ftpodFREE 8 Week Training Program: https://flippingmastery.com/8wpodGet Paid $8700 To Find Vacant Lots For Jerry: https://flippingmastery.com/lfpodFREE 30 Day Quickstart Kit https://flippingmastery.com/qkpodFREE Virtual Wholesaling Kit: https://flippingmastery.com/vfpodFREE On-Market Deal Finder Tool: https://flippingmastery.com/dcpodFREE Wholesaler Contracts: https://flippingmastery.com/wcpodFREE Comp Tool: https://flippingmastery.com/compodFREE Funding Kit: https://flippingmastery.com/fkpodFREE Agent Offer Sheet & Scripts: https://flippingmastery.com/aspodFREE Cash Buyer Scripts: https://flippingmastery.com/cbspodFREE Best Selling Wholesaling Ebook: https://flippingmastery.com/ebookpodFREE Best Selling Fix and Flip Ebook: https://flippingmastery.com/ebpodFREE Rehab Checklist: https://flippingmastery.com/rehabpod LET'S CONNECT! FACEBOOK http://www.Facebook.com/flippingmastery INSTAGRAM http://www.instagram.com/flippingmastery

Every Saturday, we showcase a topic important to you by rounding up the greatest highlights and clips from Level 10 Contractor's ENTIRE podcast run. This week, we cover the topic of innovation. Let's face it: if you are not innovating your business, then you're stagnating. Worse, your competition might be doing the hard work you're avoiding which means they'll outshine you. Innovation has always been a big part of what Rich teaches and preaches about… and he's kind of cracked the code. We will hear a couple of Rich's 20 different innovation formulas–that's right, 20 tricks to stand above the rest. Plus Rich discusses two of the greatest innovators he's encountered. You don't want to miss this.

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In this episode, Paul was asked the following question. Listen as Paul breaks down a question about AI (Artificial Intelligence) and how it will affect the Trades in the future and what do we think AI will take over and how it will play out over the next 10 years. We also send a message to NFPA about their BULLY TACTICS with NFPA 70, which is created by YOU the electrical community. You won't want to miss this episode.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

You're busting your ass every day, but your bank account doesn't show it. Here's the hard truth: you don't need more jobs to make more money. You need discipline. You need to take control of your numbers.Stop playing contractor charity work. Know your gross profit. Cut the fat. Eliminate the waste that's bleeding your business dry.Your bank account is a scoreboard. It tells the truth about how much value you're actually bringing. So quit hacking away like a handyman and start operating like a damn profit surgeon.============================================================The Contractor's Code to FINALLY Cracking $1M drops this Friday! Get on the Waitlist now to be the first to receive the code and break through the 7-figure ceiling. Click Here to Reserve Your Access: https://thecontractorfight.com/free-training/============================================================== Rate the Podcast ==Help your fellow contractors find the podcast! Please leave a rating/review.Apple PodcastsSpotify

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! High above St. Joseph, Missouri, stands a mansion too proud — and too haunted — to ever die. Built in 1854 by Armstrong Beattie, a five-time mayor and banker, and his wife Eliza, the Beattie Mansion has seen everything from elegance to sorrow. Over the years, it became a refuge for the homeless, orphans, and the elderly — but many believe some of its guests never truly checked out. Today, the mansion's long history still echoes through its halls — in whispers, footsteps, and cold spots that appear out of nowhere. Armstrong and Eliza's spirits are said to linger, forever watching over their home like spectral landlords. Contractors hired to work on the building often don't last long. Tools vanish. Doors slam. And unseen hands seem to make their disapproval known. For nearly 170 years, the Beattie Mansion has been a monument to both Missouri's history and its hauntings — a place where the past is still very much alive. Join us as we sit down with current owner Michael Burkart, who's experienced firsthand what it's like to live — and work — alongside the dead. Some houses have history. This one has residents. This is Part Two of our conversation. #RealGhostStories #BeattieMansion #HauntedMissouri #TrueGhostStory #HauntedHistory #StJosephHaunting #ParanormalPodcast #GhostEncounters #HauntedMansion #SupernaturalStories Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Sam Sanders is many things: journalist, podcaster, pop-culture obsessive, and a familiar voice from public radio. He's also ”quite possibly the world's most hesitant homeowner.” Sam wants to fix up the house he recently bought, but three things are holding him back: First, he doesn't have a clue where to start. Second, he's not very handy. And third, he's intimidated by the thought of talking with contractors (who might discover the first two things about him). In the first episode of a two-part series, Carvell Wallace brings on home improvement expert and bestselling author Mercury Stardust (aka The Trans Handy Ma'am) to guide Sam in conquering his fears. Mercury's latest book is Safe and Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair. Check out the latest episodes of The Sam Sanders Show. Next week: How To Take Charge of Home Repair (with Sam Sanders and Mercury Stardust). Can't wait for part 2? Slate Plus members can listen to that episode in their feeds right now!  Do you have a problem that needs solving? Send us a note at howto@slate.com or leave us a voicemail at 646-495-4001 and we might have you on the show. Subscribe for free on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen. The show is produced by Rosemary Belson and Sophie Summergrad. Our technical director is Merritt Jacob and our supervising producer is Joel Meyer. Get more of How To! with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of How To! and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the How To! show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/howtoplus for access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Sanders is many things: journalist, podcaster, pop-culture obsessive, and a familiar voice from public radio. He's also ”quite possibly the world's most hesitant homeowner.” Sam wants to fix up the house he recently bought, but three things are holding him back: First, he doesn't have a clue where to start. Second, he's not very handy. And third, he's intimidated by the thought of talking with contractors (who might discover the first two things about him). In the first episode of a two-part series, Carvell Wallace brings on home improvement expert and bestselling author Mercury Stardust (aka The Trans Handy Ma'am) to guide Sam in conquering his fears. Mercury's latest book is Safe and Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair. Check out the latest episodes of The Sam Sanders Show. Next week: How To Take Charge of Home Repair (with Sam Sanders and Mercury Stardust). Can't wait for part 2? Slate Plus members can listen to that episode in their feeds right now!  Do you have a problem that needs solving? Send us a note at howto@slate.com or leave us a voicemail at 646-495-4001 and we might have you on the show. Subscribe for free on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen. The show is produced by Rosemary Belson and Sophie Summergrad. Our technical director is Merritt Jacob and our supervising producer is Joel Meyer. Get more of How To! with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of How To! and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the How To! show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/howtoplus for access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Sanders is many things: journalist, podcaster, pop-culture obsessive, and a familiar voice from public radio. He's also ”quite possibly the world's most hesitant homeowner.” Sam wants to fix up the house he recently bought, but three things are holding him back: First, he doesn't have a clue where to start. Second, he's not very handy. And third, he's intimidated by the thought of talking with contractors (who might discover the first two things about him). In the first episode of a two-part series, Carvell Wallace brings on home improvement expert and bestselling author Mercury Stardust (aka The Trans Handy Ma'am) to guide Sam in conquering his fears. Mercury's latest book is Safe and Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair. Check out the latest episodes of The Sam Sanders Show. Next week: How To Take Charge of Home Repair (with Sam Sanders and Mercury Stardust). Can't wait for part 2? Slate Plus members can listen to that episode in their feeds right now!  Do you have a problem that needs solving? Send us a note at howto@slate.com or leave us a voicemail at 646-495-4001 and we might have you on the show. Subscribe for free on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen. The show is produced by Rosemary Belson and Sophie Summergrad. Our technical director is Merritt Jacob and our supervising producer is Joel Meyer. Get more of How To! with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of How To! and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the How To! show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/howtoplus for access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!!! High above St. Joseph, Missouri, stands a mansion too proud — and too haunted — to ever die. Built in 1854 by Armstrong Beattie, a five-time mayor and banker, and his wife Eliza, the Beattie Mansion has seen everything from elegance to sorrow. Over the years, it became a refuge for the homeless, orphans, and the elderly — but many believe some of its guests never truly checked out. Today, the mansion's long history still echoes through its halls — in whispers, footsteps, and cold spots that appear out of nowhere. Armstrong and Eliza's spirits are said to linger, forever watching over their home like spectral landlords. Contractors hired to work on the building often don't last long. Tools vanish. Doors slam. And unseen hands seem to make their disapproval known. For nearly 170 years, the Beattie Mansion has been a monument to both Missouri's history and its hauntings — a place where the past is still very much alive. Join us as we sit down with current owner Michael Burkart, who's experienced firsthand what it's like to live — and work — alongside the dead. Some houses have history. This one has residents. #RealGhostStories #BeattieMansion #HauntedMissouri #TrueGhostStory #HauntedHistory #StJosephHaunting #ParanormalPodcast #GhostEncounters #HauntedMansion #SupernaturalStories Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: