36. The Benefits Of Joining A Builders Network With Duane Johns

In episode 36 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Duane Johns, Regional Partner with Alair Homes and Co-host of the Builder Nuggets podcast. Throughout this episode, we learn how Duane got into the construction industry, and the barriers he had to overcome in his career. During this episode, Duane uncovers the barriers he’s had to overcome in his career, his role at Alair Homes, and how he’s transformed his building company into what it’s become today. Duane also outlines some of the key benefits of being part of the Alair Homes network, as well as the relationship he’s developed with APB. Throughout episode 36, Duane also goes over what he loves about what he does, where he sees Alair Homes in the future, and what success looks like to him now and in the future. Listen to the full episode to discover the benefits of joining a builders network. ABOUT DUANE JOHNS Duane Johns entered the construction industry working on oceanfront estates in The Hamptons on Long Island, New York. In 1996 he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1997 he started a general contracting business with Roger Ketchum and the two achieved success right away, winning industry awards and earning rave reviews from clients. That relationship continues today. Duane is very active with industry trade organisations and is a strong advocate for professionalism in the construction industry. His passion is providing an outstanding experience for each and every client. Connect with Duane: linkedin.com/in/duanejohns/ TIMELINE 1:11 About Duane, Builder Nuggets Podcast and Alair Homes. 4:36 How Duane got into the construction industry. 6:10 What it was like starting out in business for Duane. 7:53 The barriers that Duane has overcome in his career. 9:20 Duane’s role at Alair Homes. 11:24 What is Builder Nuggets Podcast? 14:34 How Duane transformed his building company. 19:11 The benefits of being part of the Alair Homes Network. 21:35 Duane’s relationship with APB. 23:29 What Duane loves about what he does. 25:24 The future for Duane and Alair Homes. 27:07 The blindspots Duane sees in the industry. 29:34 Where Duane sees the industry involving to. 31:19 What success looks like now and in the future for Duane. 32:35 Duane's advice for his younger self and other builders. LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE Alair Homes Website: alairhomes.com Builder Nuggets Podcast: buildernuggets.com APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/ APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders Join the Professional Builders Secrets Facebook group for builders & connect with professional builders world-wide: facebook.com/groups/builderssecrets