Sinopsis
The Remodeling Mastery podcast series with host and industry leader, Mark Richardson, makes sense of the complex business of home remodeling, with sharp insights and straightforward guidance to help entrepreneurs grow their business.Mark has presented to thousands of business and sales leaders across the country. From construction to healthcare, manufacturing to retail, individuals from countless industries have found Marks wisdom relevant and delivery powerful. Richardson is a Fellow at Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies, lectures at MBA programs and writes columns for Professional Builder and Professional Remodeler. Mark was named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2006 and is a member of NAHBs Hall of Fame. Mark and his family live outside Washington, DC.
Episodios
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Designing Your Ideal Day
30/08/2018 Duración: 27minThis topic is very important for being successful in your life and career. Mark explains how you can plan out your ideal day, by simply taking a step back and breaking down your schedule so it can best fit into your day. This will keep you on track for success.
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Why Businesses Fail
20/08/2018 Duración: 51minOften, many times when you think about failures relating to business it’s so much different than what happens during your normal everyday. Remodeling businesses tend to have more failures than any other business out there. It is one of the most easy entry businesses out there. You could launch into that profession within 2-3 months by just having a few things.
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Cash Crunch
09/08/2018 Duración: 41minOne of the elements that Mark talks about in his book, How Fit Is Your Business, is the cash flow and the ability to control the cash flow in your business. Your business, in general, is usually pretty predictable. Watching the cash flow is key for those within this industry. Mark goes into why this is so important and encourages people to really focus in on it.
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Handling Objections
27/07/2018 Duración: 31minMark discusses the reasons homeowners would have an objection during a home project and how you can handle them. They can cause a tremendous amount of time and can cause loss of money for the project if not handled properly.
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RM Remodeling Cost Crisis
12/07/2018 Duración: 16minIn this episode, Mark G. Richardson goes into the topic of remodeling cost crisis. He goes into his top tips for what you should deal when dealing with every project you’ve dealt with whether it was 5 years ago or today. You have to keep your cost of the project to what the client is expecting
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Next Steps
28/06/2018 Duración: 19minTake the next steps in your career or life by listening to Mark's top 10 tips.
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Remodeling Mastery Podcast - Half Time
21/06/2018 Duración: 13minMark G. Richardson explains why it’s so important to take a moment at the 6 month mark of the year to reflect on your business’ progress.
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Innovation
13/06/2018 Duración: 33minAs a business owner and a home improvement contractor, it’s important to be innovative. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson shares ways on how you can think about innovation and get ahead of the competition.
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Defining Success
07/06/2018 Duración: 20minWith high level of demand and activity going on in the remodeling industry it’s important to define your success. How you see yourself moving forward in the industry is very important to remember when it comes to success.
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How Fit is Your Business?
31/05/2018 Duración: 23minMark digs deep into how you can strategize and determine if your business is fit enough for healthy growth. Take a listen in as he walks you through his fitness check-up.
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Flying First Class
24/05/2018 Duración: 24minNot everyone understands the difference between flying first class vs flying coach. Mark shares the differences as it relates to the remodeling industry and client expectation vs the execution of those expectations. Mark goes into the differences between first class vs. coach...
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The Ideal Team Member
02/05/2018 Duración: 14minIn this episode, Mark explains the top essential when looking for a team player and shares questions that you should ask yourself when picking them out.
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Mark G. Richardson's Blueprint for Success
24/04/2018 Duración: 16minIt’s never too late to start planning out your path for success. Mark G. Richardson shares his top tips to creating a strategy for your remodeling business.
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Advice on Talking Money
12/04/2018 Duración: 25minHave you ever found it hard to talk money? Mark shares his insights on how to gain the confidence you need to discuss money with potential or new clients.
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10 Tips on Getting the Best Advice
06/04/2018 Duración: 21minNo matter what stage you are at in life, there’s no harm in asking for advice and getting the right kind. Mark shares his top tips for getting the best advice and how to avoid the bad.
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Is Your Business Fit to Grow? (2018)
23/03/2018 Duración: 16minAre you fit to grow? What may seem like a simple question, is actually quite complex when you break it down. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson shares a few trends in the remodeling and home improvement industry that are affecting how efficient and successful businesses are able to grow. Then, Mark talks through the fundamental building blocks and 10 key questions you'll want to analyze within your own business to determine if you have the structure and processes it takes to sustain long-term growth. Enjoy!
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Get Innovative and Get Ahead of the Competition
16/03/2018 Duración: 18minAs a business owner and a home improvement contractor, it's more important than ever before to be innovative. In this episode, Mark G. Richardson shares 10 ways how you think about innovation and get ahead of the competition.
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Tail Winds
08/03/2018 Duración: 14minIn this episode Mark G. Richardson shares 5 factors that he refers to as “tail winds” that forecast success and profitable years for those in the remodeling industry. #1 - Home Appreciation continues to be strong. Of the top 25 markets in the U.S., 23 of them are continuing to appreciate. It was only just a few years ago that these same markets were all depreciating. A strong home appreciation gives homeowners the confidence to want to remodel and upgrade their homes. #2 - Interest Rates. The reality is that interest rates are still at historic lows. In the 80's, interest rates were 14 to 15%. Today, you see interest rates at 4 or 5%. Turn the clock back a few years, and people would be amazed at the interest rates seen today. However, as interest rates inch higher, it creates a sense of urgency for the remodeling industry. Homeowners want to cash-in now and start their projects sooner rather than later. #3 - Unemployment. It's not a question of whether someone has a job or not right now, but their confid
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10 Ways to Make Your Business Profitable
05/03/2018 Duración: 20minIn this episode, Mark G. Richardson breaks down what it means to be profitable and shares 10 ways to make your business more profitable.
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Stop Wasting Your Time! Smart Time Management Skills to Master
23/02/2018 Duración: 20minDo you feel the need to be more organized and/or more productive? Perhaps you spend your day in a frenzy of activity and then at the end of the day, wonder why you haven't accomplished much? In this episode, Mark G. Richardson talks through 9 critical time management skills business owners will want to master in order to become more productive and efficient.