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The Building Code — 200 episodes

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The Builders Who’ll Disappear in 5 Years | The Building Code

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Breaking the margin squeeze: How builders protect profits

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How builders and suppliers strengthen stability in an evolving market

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Swipe right on success: How builder networking is getting smarter (and easier)

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Flowing prosperity: Master your cash before it masters you

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Why proven systems outperform scrappy hustle – with Brad Leavitt & Tim Coughran

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Heart meets hustle: How this Texas builder scaled with purpose

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What it really takes to pass down a construction business

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How smart websites build better client relationships

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The power of systems-first building

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Turnaround of the year: Going from struggle to success with consulting and tech

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Buildertrend + AI: Reshaping the future of client communication

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The No. 1 reason builders lose money – and how to stop it

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Built by mentorship: How passion, precision and people lead to success

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The AI advantage: Simplifying insurance compliance for contractors

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A hunger to evolve: Going from good to great with Buildertrend Onsite Consulting

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Difficult clients? Turn headaches into harmony with clear expectations

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Hammering out self-doubt: How to overcome imposter syndrome in construction

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AI in construction: A game changer for job site safety and compliance

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Backyard investments: How ADUs offer value as affordable housing options

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Buildertrend Group Purchasing: The easy way to cut costs and boost profits

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APB’s 2025 SORCI report: How to add 9% to your markup with one simple change

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Power in numbers: How CBUSA is changing the game for KC builders

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#NoFilter: Why authenticity is the best strategy for business success

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High stakes, higher rewards: Using innovation to turn challenges into triumphs

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The devil's in the details: Top 3 strategies for financial forecasting

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Plan, prepare, profit: Top tax tips every builder should know

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Secrets for smarter job costing in construction

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Breaking Glass Ceilings: The power of representation in construction

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Celebrating 250 episodes with 25 insights from pros

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2025 economic outlook: What builders need to know

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Why self-care is critical for personal and professional growth

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Maintaining strong relationships with your team, clients and subs

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Using compassion to help clients find a silver lining after disaster

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The power of community in construction

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Using data-driven insights to ensure business success

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Giving old homes new life through historic renovation

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NAHB CEO shares how the election could affect the industry

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Seeing the value of relationships with realtors

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How not to lose your sh*t when things get heated

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Why renewable resources are the future of construction

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Elevating your online brand – because first impressions matter

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Effective strategies for handling 35+ home builds a year

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How to boost profits with smart construction accounting

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How events like Street of Dreams offer opportunity for growth

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Expert tips for overcoming job site challenges

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9 reasons builders should consider franchising

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The long-term impact of sustainability in construction

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Harnessing the power of reviews to grow your business

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The Building Code summer minisode: Prioritizing quality with Kohler

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Why builders should prioritize content and storytelling

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The Building Code summer minisode: Ensuring sustainability with Weyerhaeuser

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What it’s really like to be a contractor on a Netflix show

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The Building Code summer minisode: Understanding the Sherwin-Williams difference

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Why WIP reporting is your secret weapon to increased profitability

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The Building Code summer minisode: Seeing value of relationships with Andersen

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How affordable micro communities make homeownership possible

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The Building Code summer minisode: Talking innovation with Rinnai

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Cardinal Crest’s co-founders talk CBUSA benefits

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The top 3 profit killers for builders (And how to avoid them)

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How a father-daughter dynamic adds new perspective

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Hot take from a pro: We don’t have spreadsheets, we have Buildertrend

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Customers share their honest feedback live with our Product team

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Buildertrend insights: Exploring updates that ensure customer success

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From dream to done: How financing brings homeowner visions to life

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Closing the deal: Why problem solving is the key to sales success

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Knowing your worth: Why a 25% markup isn’t going to cut it

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Trends vs. timeless: How to find balance and create cohesive design

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Rate resilience: Strategies for builders navigating high interest

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Combatting the labor shortage: How to secure the future of construction

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How cost-plus builders benefit from updated workflows

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How to prepare for a crazy summer season

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How to grow through empowering others

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Find out what 92% of builders are doing wrong

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How to improve your builder-supplier relationship

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What it takes to get a $150 million development off the ground

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How to ensure profitability with Brad Leavitt

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How to retain top talent with Nick Schiffer

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Big opportunity in tiny homes

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How to achieve your financial goals in 2024

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Constructing connections: How leveraging builder communities ensures success

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Strong foundations: How smart planning and software help your business grow

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Building homes, changing lives: The power of giving with Habitat for Humanity

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Content marketing: What it is and how it can help your business stand out

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Creating an identity: Why your brand is more than just a name

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Onboarding basics: Why construction tech isn’t as daunting as it seems

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Achieving excellence: Australian consultants bring the power of Buildertrend Down Under

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Building bonds: Why it’s important to choose community over competition

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Change management 101: Overcoming growing pains to find success

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Geographic expansion: How to successfully manage multiple companies in different states

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Finding balance: How to prioritize projects and personal time with tech

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Reputation is everything: How client experience and timeless design ensure success

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Continuing education: How to prioritize learning to better yourself and your business

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Calming the chaos: How to balance business and personal freedom

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Overcoming obstacles: How one builder’s growth mindset led to success

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Mastering your money: How to unleash the power of Cost Inbox

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Ingredients for success: Financial control, networking and client relationships

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Protecting profit: How to increase your revenue by 15%

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Real estate reality: Making homeownership more affordable in today’s tough climate

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Nailing your brand: How to win with marketing

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Introducing Buildertrend Purchasing: A game changer for earning rebates

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Making a transition: Why shifting from CoConstruct to Buildertrend was the right move

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Family business: How this father-daughter duo is innovating their fourth-generation company

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Breaking the mold: Why prioritizing vendor relationships is essential for success

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Contract essentials: How to proactively protect your construction business

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Culture in construction: How to avoid burnout and retain quality employees

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Finding success through learning: Why Buildertrend University is worth the investment

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Insurance for innovators: How our new partnership with Assurely benefits builders

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How this women-led company is changing the landscape of construction

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The state of the industry: What builders expect for the year ahead

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Laying the foundation: How to build a winning construction team

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Fund your future: Financing options to scale your construction business

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The advantage of training: How to ensure success with construction software

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Celebrating women in construction: How breaking barriers is changing the industry

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Live at IBS: How Brightwater Homes plans to be net zero by 2025

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Defining the customer-first mindset

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Economic outlook: Why small builders will have the advantage in 2023

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Why finding community in construction benefits your business

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Doing more good: How giving back can bring your construction team together

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The people business: Mastering the art of building relationships as a project manager

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Vacation is possible: How to run your business and still have a life

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The Building Code Ep 163: Using takeoff software to renovate historic homes with Eric Pierce

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The Building Code: Building the green way- How to make jobs more sustainable with Matt Hoots

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A better, faster way to pay your subs with Emma Dickinson

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Building for the extreme: Hurricanes with Paul Ledet

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Going green: The benefits of building eco-friendly homes with Casey Grey

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Rising costs: How to prepare for continued inflation with Bill Smithers

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What to expect next in an uncertain economy with Ernie Goss

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5 focus areas for construction company growth with Paul Atherton

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Delivering a new design experience with Piper Stromatt

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Inside Buildertrend: The future of payments

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Live from Buildertrend University: Austin McKnight of Southern Creek Homes

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Inside Buildertrend: Defining the customer experience

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Why a superhero team and construction tech are essential with Adam Copenhaver

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Inside Buildertrend: An easier way to invoice

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Safeguarding your construction business with Scott Green

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Inside Buildertrend: Creating opportunity through learning

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Bracing for a possible building cooldown with the APB’s Russ Stephens

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Inside Buildertrend: Impact of customer feedback

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Connecting construction to the diverse talent of today with Paul Robinson

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Inside Buildertrend: The easier way to search

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Covering construction risk for small, fast-moving teams with Susan Tieh

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Inside Buildertrend: A quicker way to start your day

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Anniversary Edition: Top 3 Takeaways

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Inside Buildertrend: No cell service, no problem

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Winning tomorrow’s deal at today’s job site with Greg Wamhoff

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Inside Buildertrend: From idea to product

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IBS Sneak Peek: Defining the modern-day builder with Joe Christensen and Katie Kath

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Reaching remodeler goals in 2022 with Doug Howard

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Scaling a nonprofit to do more good with tech with Lynette Farhart

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What Buildertrend‘s data says about your 2021 with Kayla Schmitt

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Getting financially fit for next year’s builds with Carla Merrill

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How to retain top construction employees with Benji Carlson

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New heights in home accessibility with Pete Newstrom

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Building customer relationships to last with Paul Ledet

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Capitalizing on the outdoor contractor off-season with Corey Halstead

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Contractors and subs: Working better together with Jesse Kath

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Staying financially fit in residential construction with Russ Stephens

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Our powerful partnership with The Home Depot featuring Frank Blake

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Learning from builders to better Buildertrend with Catie Brown

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Building for the extreme: Earthquakes with Bill Gray | Episode 124

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Establishing processes to take on more projects with Marge Haley | Episode123

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Survive or thrive: The reality of using group purchasing with Ryan Lipcheck | Episode 122

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Data report insights with Jason Cerone of Chicago Lumber Company of Omaha | Episode 121

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Accessory dwelling units and the value of going Pro with Whitney Hill | Episode 120

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Net zero and high-performance homebuilding with Bob Deeks of RDC Fine Homes | Episode 119

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Using tech to sustain growth with Chris Krebs of NOVUS | Episode 118

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The Building Code Takeover: A conversation on mission with Dan Houghton and Bill Smithers | Episode 117

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The Building Code Takeover: A conversation on leadership with Dan Houghton and Frank Blake | Episode 116

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The Building Code Takeover: A conversation on talent with Brandon Patterson and Joe Christensen | Episode 115

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The Building Code Takeover: A conversation on mistakes with Matt Risinger and Brad Leavitt | Episode 114

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The Building Code Takeover: A conversation on social media with Nick Schiffer and Melissa Hryszko | Episode 113

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COVID-19 and construction series: Australia

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COVID-19 and construction series: Canada

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COVID-19 and construction series: West U.S. region

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COVID-19 and construction series: Midwest U.S. region

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COVID-19 and construction series: Southeast U.S. region

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COVID-19 and construction series: Northeast U.S. region

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COVID-19 and construction series: Southwest U.S. region

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Why your website matters with Mike Stein | Episode 104

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Benefits and tax prep with Gusto’s Will Lopez | Episode 103

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Industry advice and preparing for 2021 with Nick Schiffer | Episode 102

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Connecting to clients virtually with Burke Florom | Episode 101

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100 episodes strong: A throwback to our favorite podcast moments | Episode 100

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Mobile app updates for success with Russ Lane | Episode 99

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Finding your online audience with Tim Brown of Hook Agency | Episode 98

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Focusing on the customer experience with Missy Scherber | Episode 97

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Building Homes for Heroes and the 11/11 Pledge with Jim Rogers | Episode 96

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Gaining business insights using data with Charley Burtwistle | Episode 95

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Talking structural warranty benefits with Marc Jacocks | Episode 94

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The value of knocking on the neighbor's door with Ryan Jenkins | Episode 93

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From building to flipping with Bill Katsaros | Episode 92

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Positively impacting senior living with Lucas McCurdy | Episode 91

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Navigating challenging times with the co-CEOs and co-founders of Buildertrend | Episode 90

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Government builds and Buildertrend with Michelle Warren | Episode 89

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Finding purpose and building relationships with Jeff Sawyer | Episode 88

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Building a winning business strategy with David Arnold | Episode 87

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Upgrading the remodeling experience in San Francisco with Jeff Kann | Episode 86

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Talking technology and templates with Paul McManus | Episode 85

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Templates: Why we love ‘em and why you should, too | Episode 84