Do you feel like you should pay a consultation fee when hiring a contracting company? Check out today's episode and you'll have a better idea about how a consultation fee can benefit you. Please consider supporting the show by visiting www.floormastersmerch.com and grabbing some swag. ( I could use it)
The tile industry started a long time ago. The demand for tile installation started in the 1800's in America. Over time, people have forgotten the principles of supply and demand. In today's episode, Anthony talks with special guests Schannon Violet aka ThatTileChick & Chris Ortega about the history of tile, simple economics, pricing, and customer expectations. You don't want to miss this episode, its truly eye opening. If you'd like to watch the live recording, visit our Youtube channel htt...
On today's episode, Anthony talks with homeowner Holly about a good job turned bad. Here on The Floor Masters Podcast we have conversations that help customers and contractors understand one another better. How has your experiences with contractors been? Well, listen in on this episode to pick up some pointers for your next experience. You can support the show by visiting www.floormastersmerch.com and grabbing some gear.
This is a very special episode! Anthony talks with a homeowner that had not one, not two, not three but six bad experiences hiring a contractor. In this episode, Anthony gets down to the cause of the project going wrong. You'll learn what the homeowner did wrong, what the contractor did wrong, and more. Everyone can learn from this discussion from the homeowners to the contractors to the product companies to the suppliers. The Floor Masters Podcast is here to bridge the gap between homeowners an...
After learning the difference between efficiency and effectiveness, we continue to talk about the topic of efficiency. This week’s episode will be with Paul Guth, owner of iQ Power Tools . IQ has a line of innovative power tools that eliminate the hazard of silica dust and cut down on trips outside to cut materials. Subscribe now on all podcasts platforms so you don’t miss it We appreciate you for tuning in to the show. If you've found any of these episodes beneficial we would appreciate your co...
As contractors we are always on the chase for efficiency but is that chase counter productive to our overall goal? Would it make more business sense to be as effective as possible? The truth of the matter is there is a place for both efficiency and effectiveness and its up to you to find that balance. On today's episode Anthony talks with Oliver Ledbetter, owner of Little Guy Tile LLC about how he approaches efficiency and effectiveness to maximize on his time and efforts on the job site. Specia...
If you're in business or around business you've heard the term SEO but not everyone understands what it is or how it works. Today is your lucky day because Lewis Vandervalk, Owner of Blue Crocus Solutions breaks down SEO and shares some tips that you can apply to your business today. Grab your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class! Visit simplyintricatedesigns.com to book a project. Visit floormastersmerch.com to grab some Floor Masters swag and support the show....
On today's episode Anthony talks with Carson Toland, the owner of Gen2 Flooring. Carson started his company in 2019 with some amazing tactics and techniques to separate himself from the others around him. Tune in to this episode to pick up some pointers on how you can start a company of your own and be a step ahead of the rest. If you find this show to be beneficial please show support by shopping with us at www.floormastersmerch.com
On today's episode, Anthony talks with Brandy Landry, CEO of 1123 Matte Black LLC located in Lafayette, Louisiana about everything involved in design. The design aspect of a project includes functionality, contrast, decor, and so much more. Tune in to this episode to learn from an elite designer how you can incorporate design into your project. If you'd like to support The Floor Masters Podcast visit floormastermerch.com to grab some custom Floor Masters merchandise.
There are many contractors advertising "free estimates" but a free estimate is not the way to go. There are many benefits to charging and paying a consultation fee. In today's episode Anthony will share how it can benefit you to charge or pay a consultation fee. If you find this show helpful please consider being a sponsor by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Floormasters?fan_landing=true To book Simply Intricate Designs LLC visit www.simplyintricatedesigns.com
It's the on going conversation in the industry, why do the new guys do things they whey do and why do the old guys do things the way they do? In today's episode Anthony talks with Brandt Garrison and Chris Stover on how they feel the old school and new school can understand each other better. It's an eye opening show that will definitely teach you something. Grab a your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class!
New companies start everyday but many of those companies are headed for the bottom from day one. What's the difference between the ones that make it and the ones that don't? Find out in today's episode as Anthony talks with Oakley Corbin of Corbin's Floors & More about his transition from employee to owner. Is it time for you to step into the owner's seat? Don't miss out out on this conversation. Make sure you hit the subscribe button because your future depends on it.
On today's episode, Anthony talks with former New Orleans Saints Defensive End, Glenn Foster Jr. In 2015 Glenn was injured while playing in the NFL and decided to end his football career and become self employed. Glenn and his wife started a granite company, Southern L.A. Granite (SLAG) in 2016 which has grown into a specialty tile and granite company. Tune in to hear the story of SLAG's success. Grab your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class! Visit www.simplyintricatedesigns.com f...
Some contractors just want to exist amongst the many contractors out there and some contractors want to be set apart from the average. On today's episode, Anthony talks with Ant Primo of Primo Tile & Bathrooms about how he went about seperating his company from the others. Grab your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class! Visit www.simplyintricatedesigns.com for booking
In today's episode, Anthony talks with Kyle Hedin of Illustrious Hardwoods about how he sells materials on his projects to increase his revenue. Many times as contractors and business owners we miss some areas that could raise our overall profits and selling material is one of those areas. Tune in to this episode and also tune in to flooracademypod.com for more business tips Visit simplyintricartedesigns.com for booking!...
In today's episode Anthony talks with Ray Corral of Mosaicist Inc. Ray has strategically set himself and his company up to be the #1 mosiac manufacturing, design, and installation company in the United States. Mosaicist specializes in designing and installing mosaic in custom pools. Ray's background in the entertainment industry has allowed him to incorporate a very strategic and effective media team. Listen in to find out how you can also set your company up to be #1 in your market. Follow @mos...
On today's episode, Anthony talks with Ken from HudsTiling about how he became so successful. Ken has over 100,000 followers on Instagram, has his own merchandise line, and new products. Ken and his team have amazing tile skills and an amazing social media strategy. Tune in tot learn about this awesome company. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review! Visit www.simplyintricatedesigns.com to book a project Follow @simplyintricatedesigns on Instagram...
We have all been in a position where we scheduled to find quality help and when we did find help we didn't know how to manage them. Our guest Malcolm Campbell, owner of Midwest Mosaics shares his program that he sends all of his newcomers through. Be sure to check out his Instagram page @mudduckk40 for a copy of his Funda 5 & Tile Wisdom Grab you gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review! Visit www.simplyintricatedesigns.com for booking...
On today's episode Anthony talks with Simon Beames of All By Design Tile. Passion and creativity can be the determining factor for a company going to the next level. The creativity a contractor brings to a project can transform a space to something that no one thought was possible. Does your company bring passion and creativity to the industry? Grab your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class Visit www.simplyintricatedesigns.com to check out some creative projects...
Has your phone been ringing but haven't been able to close sale? Many times we fail to actively listen to what our customers need from us. Would you believe me if I told you that you could double your sales by listening better? In today's episode Derek Johnson from https://contractorsalesacademy.com/ shares with us how to actively listen, talk prices, avoid tire kickers, and CHARGE MORE!!! Visit https://simplyintricatedesigns.com/ Subscribe, Rate, & Review!!!...
Have you ever wondered the benefits or downfalls of having a showroom? Check out this episode with Kenny Nix of Nix Flooring & Design. Check out www.simplyintricatedesigns.com
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On today's episode Anthony will be talking with Paul Luccia of Built With Foam about the importance of marketing. There are many contractors/businesses that struggle with getting recognition of their company. Paul explains some tips and techniques that can help almost any contractor to gain some visibility in their local area. Paul also sheds some insight on the many capabilities of foam in the tile industry and how his company Built With Foam is providing contractors with some amazing options. ...
In today's episode Anthony will be talking to Schannon Violet aka @thattilechick about having the mindset that will allow you to continue to grow your business in the future. Shannon recently decided to quit her job as an accountant to pursue a career in tile installation. Schannon plans to use her new tile career as a stepping stone to build a real estate company in Houston, Texas. It takes a very strong mindset to put your fears aside on pursue your dreams. What's your mindset? Grab your glove...
In today's episode Anthony talks with Brian Hunt of Hunttoolco.com about being more than just an installer. Brian is a retired tile installer that has transitioned into producing amazing products that help continue to enhance the tile industry. As installers we should always be looking toward the next level of our careers whether that's in sales, training, etc. At some point in our careers our bodies will no longer allow us to be installers so we have to prepare for that time. Brian has produced...
We are constantly getting asked the question " How do I keep my floors clean?" So today we are answering that question and to help us do so, we have William Alan White of Ardex Americas. William is a field specialist for Ardex with many years of experience under his belt. There is a ton of info concerning grout packed into this episode. So grab your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class!
One area that many contractors drop the ball is in communication. Customers provide all of the information contractors need to provide the best quote possible. Sometimes the contractor needs to do a little work to get the customer to provide this vital information. Clear communication is key! Today's episode is all about listening to the customer. Grab your gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class!
There are many contractors that struggle with the decision of growing their business or keeping it a small operation. There are also many contractors that want to grow their operation but aren't sure how. Are you a one man crew? If so, how long can your business realistically last? Do you know where you want your business to be in the years ahead? Are you working towards that goal? These are all questions every contractor has to answer for themselves. Are you ready to deal with the truth? Put yo...
Have you ever needed to hire a contractor and absolutely did not know where to start? Have you reached out to a quality installer and their schedule was so full you had to look elsewhere? Today Anthony is talking with Ken Ballin of Skyro Floors about how to go about finding a qualified installer for your project. Grab you gloves, a notepad, and step into The Masters Class!
