Podcast
Michigan Contractor Show
Hosted by Tom Bartholomew · EN
The show for contractors and companies in the skilled trades to learn what's working in the construction industry right now. Discover tips on construction leadership, marketing, business, and customer service. We interview new companies each week
Tune in Tuesdays for new interviews.
Tune in Tuesdays for new interviews.
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Episodes
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Episode 14 - featuring Biddinger Asphfault Maintance with Nik Biddinger
Mar 30, 202100:34:56Tap to summarizeNik tells of how he grew up working in the Asphfault business working in the family business to a merger that sends Nik on a business coaching journey. Nik gives great tips on how to create social media videos for contractors. You can find more information about Nik on Instagram @nikbidd24If you would like to be a guest on this show head over to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 13 - featuring Spencer & Sons Construction - John and Rosie Spencer
Mar 23, 202100:31:02Tap to summarizeJohn tells the story about how he weathered the 2009 crash and what pushed him to open a showroom in Brighton, MI. Rosie gives a great money-saving tip about how she started using SYNK to track hours. You can find out more about John and Rosie at https://spencerandsonsconstruction.com
Transcribe →Episode 12 - featuring Michigan Builders License with Derek Woryn
Mar 16, 202100:37:24Tap to summarizeDerek talks about the history of Michigan Builders License and where you can take the courses they provide. Discover the added benefits of taking this course in addition to passing the State Exam. Derek also talks about how to market a construction company and why having a marketer in your niche is important. You can find course info and can sign up at https://michiganbuilderslicense.com If you would like to be a guest on this show go to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 11 - featuring On Point Electrical with Susannah Warren
Mar 9, 202100:22:39Tap to summarizeSusannah talks about how On Point Electrical Contractors got its start. Discover how On Point finds customers through due diligence. We talk about what type of electrical projects are hot right now, and how On Point supports the community. You can find out more about On Point at https://electriconpoint.com If you would like to be a guest on this show head on over to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 10 - featuring Cadillac Cut Stone with Terry King
Mar 1, 202100:36:32Tap to summarizeTerry tells his story about how he got into cut stone as a forklift driver. Discover how he found his niche market and why Cadillac was the ideal spot for a new location. You can find out more about Terry at https://cadillaccutstone.comIf you would like to be a guest go to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 9 - featuring Legal Shield with Sheila & Carlos Byrd
Mar 1, 202100:38:00Tap to summarizeSheila and Carlos talk about their 18 years with Legal Shield and how the plans can help contractors. Discover the benefits like collection letters, representation if a homeowner is suing you, and all this can be in addition to your regular attorney. You can find out more information at https://wbyrd19.wearelegalshield.com/bit.ly/WillWorkshopEncore for the Will workshopIf you would like to be a guest on this show go to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 8 - featuring All 4 Hr Virtual Solutions with April Halliburton
Mar 1, 202100:27:05Tap to summarizeApril talks about how to stop the revolving door of employees, and what Policies and Procedures can do for your construction company. Discover why having an HR company is important once you hire your first employee. You can find out more about how April can help your construction company at https://all4hr.netIf you would like to be a guest on this show go to https://michigancontractorshow.com for more info.
Transcribe →Episode 7 - featuring Michigan Builders License with Sid Woryn
Mar 1, 202100:31:26Tap to summarizeSid tells the story of how he started teaching the pre-licensure course. Discover benefits of education by Michigan Builders License. Discover advice on how to prepare for a busy summer when the construction industry is booming. You can find out about Sid and the Michigan Builders License at https://michiganbuilderslicense.comIf you would like to be a guest go to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 6 - featuring Mosquito One with Frank Szewczyk
Mar 1, 202100:32:28Tap to summarizeFrank tells his story of how he went from the corporate world to researching franchises and talking to a franchise attorney. Finding out that a franchise was not what he wanted Frank had an idea and purchased the domain name Mosquitoone.com. Frank gives tips on negotiating the cost of T.V. and radio advertisements, and more. You can find more information about Frank and how to get rid of mosquitos in your yard at https://mosquitoone.comIf you would like to be a guest on this show go to https://michigancontractorshow.com
Transcribe →Episode 5 - featuring Ink Chemistry with Garrett Evans
Mar 1, 202100:38:52Tap to summarizeGarrett talks about how he went from wildlife removal and home repair, to screen printing and more. Discover tips on promoting your construction company at a home show. Learn why niching down is important as a contractor. You can find more about Garrett and Ink Chemistry at https://inkchemistry.com To learn about becoming a guest on this show you can go to https://michigancontractorshow.com
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