Podcast appearances and mentions of loren wood

Loren Wood owner of Loren Wood Builders went from 2 employees to 65 two years ago.  https://www.instagram.com/lorenwoodbuilders/ Episode brought to you by: https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://podcast.renorun.com/moderncraftsman https://www.rockwool.com/ https://upstatemerch.com/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ *Merch https://shop.upstatemerch.com/themoderncraftsmanpodcast/shop/home Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer  https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace  https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ Podcast Produced By: Motif Media https://www.motifmedia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/motifmediaco/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov https://www.instagram.com/nategusakovmusic/

Loren Wood - is owner, project manager, and carpenter of Loren Wood Builders. Based in Bloomington, IN Loren Wood Builders creates beautiful homes and commercial spaces through the hard work and talents of their team. Loren Joins the guys to talk about scaling from 2 people to 55 people and much more. Tune in for a good one!  Where to find our guest: https://www.instagram.com/lorenwoodbuilders/ https://lorenwoodbuilders.com/south-madison/ This episode is brought to you by Duration Moulding and Millwork. DURATION is the industry leader in Poly-Ash moulding, millwork, beveled siding, and custom siding. Our products are available throughout the U.S. https://www.durationmillwork.com/ https://www.instagram.com/durationmouldingandmillwork/ Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer  https://www.instagram.com/nsbuilders/ https://bit.ly/nsbuildersyoutube Tyler Grace  https://www.instagram.com/trghomeconcepts/ John Hourihan https://www.instagram.com/heresjohnnyh/ https://www.instagram.com/vintagebuilders/ The Modern Craftsman https://www.instagram.com/the.moderncraftsman/ Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov  https://www.nategusakov.com/

Today’s show is about magic. Not the pull a rabbit out of a hat or guess my card magic. Real magic. Turning silent sunshine into music and hot beams into freezing cold AC. The magic of solar power. We welcome Ryan Zaricki, owner of Whole Sun Designs to talk about the process of integrating solar power into your home and all the benefits that come along with it (and how to make the most of those benefits). This show is about what a homeowner needs to know about solar. We don't get too deeply into the science of solar. Because we'd prefer to just consider it magic! In our Facebook Follow segment, check out Bloomington Co-Housing on Facebook. A guest on At Home In Bloomington's Episode 16, developer Loren Wood (also a supporter of Sycamore Land Trust), talks about the newest community being built in Bloomington and how it's not what you think it is! Follow Bloomington CoHousing on Facebook to stay up to date! And in our REAL-List segment, Deb shares some of her first hand knowledge in owning investment properties. Interested in the rental stream of income? This one is for you!Show Linkshttps://www.wholesundesigns.com/https://www.facebook.com/wholesundesigns/https://www.instagram.com/wholesundesigns/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #20 :https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-20or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/8jhID-ky444

Did you know that 85% of Indiana's original forests no longer exist? 85%. Think about that. And while Bloomington is home to over 200 miles of trails, three lakes and some of Indiana's most beautiful forests, we still have species that face extinction, contaminated ponds and waterways facing erosion. On this episode, we talk with Sycamore Land Trust about what you can do to help. Sycamore Land Trust is working incredibly hard to ensure we maintain important eco systems. You've probably seen their name around but did you know that tucked away in neighborhoods, on the edge of town and in 26 surrounding counties, there are 16 public preserves, owned and protected by Sycamore Land Trust for us explore! Join us and Sycamore Land Trust Communications Director, Abby Henkel, as we learn all about these spaces and how SLT has managed restoration projects, monitors wildlife and plant health, and builds trails on certain public preserves since 1990. Sycamore Land Trust also provides an environmental education program that connects more than 6,800 people of all ages each year to southern Indiana’s natural world through classroom visits, guided hikes, field trips, and other hands-on activities. That's why SLT's land conservation practices are so important. Learn, explore and maybe even volunteer to help maintain these natural spaces for the next generation!In our Facebook Follow segment, check out Bloomington Co-Housing on Facebook. A guest on At Home In Bloomington's Episode 16, developer Loren Wood (also a supporter of Sycamore Land Trust), talks about the newest community being built in Bloomington and how it's not what you think it is! Follow Bloomington CoHousing on Facebook to stay up to date! And in our REAL-List segment, condo living can be a great option for some buyers. What makes it different than buying a single family home? Listen to our REAL List to find out!Links: https://sycamorelandtrust.org/about/https://www.facebook.com/SycamoreLandTrust/https://www.instagram.com/sycamorelandtrust/https://twitter.com/syclandtrusthttps://www.facebook.com/BloomingtonCohousing/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #8 :https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-8 or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/xxpYD5jJTBA

Bloomington is an amazing place to live and with the creation of its first Cohousing Community, it's about to get even better! Join us as we catch up with Loren Wood of Loren Wood Builders to learn about developments in the Bloomington Cohousing Community. Hear the latest news about this construction, the vision behind cohousing and how this intentional style of living will offer a new benefits for its residents.In our Facebook Follow segment we share Loren Wood Builders Facebook and Instagram feeds. Full of design inspiration and local resources! And in our REAL-List segment, We throw back to a REAL Real Today episode for even more info about the Co-Housing movement world wide. Bio: After moving to Bloomington in the mid-90's, Loren spent 10 years teaching high school before switching full-time to building and renovating houses with his wife Lindsay. Besides continuing to nurture his passion for building, Loren spends his time with his wife, their three kids, and three dogs, hiking, climbing, riding bikes and enjoying life in Bloomington.http://bloomingtoncohousing.org/https://www.facebook.com/BloomingtonCohousing/https://lorenwoodbuilders.com/https://www.facebook.com/lorenwoodbuildersllc/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #87: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-87 or onYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNQb7GolLuc

Our guest today builds houses. Really beautiful houses Hardwood floors with deep velvety purple finishes, huge windows full of afternoon sun.  Each home is unique and, like any good builder, his finished pieces have a stunning signature to them.  Loren Wood and his team of builders drop their heart and soul into every new build.  They pour foundations, frame walls, run electrical, pop about a trillion nails into all of it, and finally when it’s all done, they take some pretty pictures, open the doors for the home's new owner, and move on to the next one. We’re glad you joined us! Here are some highlights: What childhood memories led Loren to start a construction biz? (2:50) Loren remembers being amazed as a kid by the fact that his uncle built his own house.  It seemed to Loren at the time like his uncle Rick hit every nail in by himself without any help.  He always thought that was awesome and wanted to do it himself. What’s a story that stucks out as an example of what Loren builds for people? (4:10) For Loren it’s not really one example.  He enjoys the process.  He’s proud that there are beautiful houses with his name attached to them but he’s more connected with the experience of it.  He likes helping people through the process, creating a great work environment for his employees, and honing the entire process.  The connection for him is a lot more with the doing than the result. When it comes to building materials, there’s everything from toxic to materials cut down on the same property of the house.  Where does Loren stand on that scale? (12:40) When he first started, Loren built his own house at the highest level of every environmental standard.  But he learned pretty quickly that it wasn’t always feasible, and his clients didn’t want or feel they needed that.  So now he builds putting the most important things (like high efficiency design) first.  From there he tries the help clients make smart and balanced decisions. You do a ton of work supporting non-profits in Bloomington.  What role does that play in your business and your thinking? (16:30) Loren didn’t start his business thinking he would be doing a bunch of giving.  He just wanted to build a couple of houses.  Once he started becoming bigger he started getting asked to do things, so he did them.  He started realizing that he really could use his role as a builder to contribute to his community. How do you build a great staff? (23:10) Loren remembers watching through his dad’s factory and his dad pointing out each employee and why that person was a key part of the process.  His dad was affirming his team and their value to the business.  Setting a positive work environment is key number one.  Being able to compensate people fairly is the second.  People have to have a living wage to make things work.  Employees are part of a profit sharing part of the business as well.  Finally, creating a culture where there’s room for advancement.  Professional and creative growth is key.  Putting all of this together with a positive attitude is the formula Loren uses everyday to keep employees and keep the whole team happy. Where will Loren Wood Builders be in 5 years? (39:00) Loren is really happy with where things are at right now.  If he was still humming at the same pitch five years down the road, that works for him.  Curiosity has changed and he’s sure it will change again but the premise, the structure, he’s good with it. Special thanks to Loren Wood for taking the time to share the Loren Wood Builders story with us! Mentioned in the episode: Osteria Rago Kirby Millic – Furniture Maker Hoosier Reclaimed Timber Habitat for Humanity – Builders Blitz Lotus World Music & Arts Organization Cardinal Stage Company Bloomington Playwrights Project Hoosier Heights Climbing Gym  Music by Mark Vinten   We don't just tell great stories. We're happy to help with insurance too More at: Youtube - Blog - Podcast Facebook - Twitter