Episodes

Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
High stakes, higher rewards: Using innovation to turn challenges into triumphs
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Today on “The Building Code,” Charley is flying solo with returning guest, Brad Robinson, president at Bradford Custom Homes. Brad is the driving force behind the company’s strategic vision, ensuring every project reflects the highest standard of excellence. He’s a seasoned entrepreneur and problem solver, bringing years of experience from high-end residential and commercial construction.
Listen to the full episode for a sneak peek of Brad’s panel at the International Builders’ Show exploring innovative project management techniques.
Learn more about Bradford Custom Homes: https://www.bradfordremodels.com/
Attend Brad’s panel at the Builders’ Show: https://www.buildersshow.com/Search/EducationSession.aspx?id=2919973
Attend the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas coming up at the end of February: https://www.buildersshow.com/
Get your free IBS expo pass on us and start planning your trip: https://buildertrend.com/ibs2025/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/255-brad-robinson/
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Thursday Feb 06, 2025
The devil's in the details: Top 3 strategies for financial forecasting
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Today on “The Building Code,” Charley is a lone host sitting down with Gene Marks, founder of The Marks Group. Gene is renowned keynote speaker and national business columnist presenting at over 70 live events each year. He’s also a best-selling author, CPA, business owner, and national business columnist for “The Guardian,” “Forbes,” “Entrepreneur” and more, Gene has spent the past 25 years running a very successful business.
Listen to the full episode to hear Gene’s strategies for managing overhead costs and securing financing to ensure operational stability and growth.
Visit his website to connect with Gene and learn more about the partnership opportunities: https://www.genemarks.com/
Check out some of Gene’s resources and his consulting services:
https://genemarks.medium.com/
https://www.genemarks.com/consulting/
You can also go to The Marks Group to learn more about CRM and access resources: https://www.marksgroup.net/
Attend the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas coming up at the end of February: https://www.buildersshow.com/
Get your free IBS expo pass on us and start planning your trip: https://buildertrend.com/ibs2025/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/254-gene-marks/
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Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Plan, prepare, profit: Top tax tips every builder should know
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
The Building Code Ep. 253:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Karine Woodman, founder and CEO and Michelle Vesel, process smplementation specialist, at 24hr Bookkeeper. Their team is committed to helping builders streamline financial processes, ensure compliance and improve overall profitability.
Tune in to the full episode to hear their insights and best practices for how to prepare your business for the upcoming tax season.
Learn more about 24hr Bookkeeper: https://24hrbookkeeper.com/
You can also reach out to their sales team at sales@24hrbookkeeper.com or (218) 885-3100.
Listen to episode 189 where Amanda Geer, office administrator at Popularis Construction, shares her insights and strategies for using Buildertrend’s Cost Inbox feature: https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/189-amanda-geer/
Attend the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas coming up at the end of February: https://www.buildersshow.com/
Attend Scott’s sessions at the Builders’ Show: https://www.buildersshow.com/Search/Speaker.aspx?cadmiumSpeakerID=2130770
Get your free IBS expo pass on us and start planning your trip: https://buildertrend.com/ibs2025/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/253-karine-woodman-michelle-vesel
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Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Secrets for smarter job costing in construction
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are sitting down with Scott Beebe, founder and head coach at My Business on Purpose. Scott and his team partner with business owners to design and implement customized systems, processes and strategies. Utilizing the proven Business on Purpose Roadmap, he empowers businesses to break free from the overwhelming cycle of constantly working in their business.
Listen to the full episode to hear how Scott is helping construction business owners use efficient job costing to sustain financial success.
Learn more about My Business on Purpose: https://mybusinessonpurpose.com/
Take the My Business on Purpose business assessment test: https://www.boproadmap.com/healthy
Attend the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas coming up at the end of February: https://www.buildersshow.com/
Attend Scott’s sessions at the Builders’ Show: https://www.buildersshow.com/Search/Speaker.aspx?cadmiumSpeakerID=2130770
Get your free IBS expo pass on us and start planning your trip: https://buildertrend.com/ibs2025/
Read "Profit First" by Michael Michalowicz: https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/
Read “Good Leaders Ask Great Questions” by John C. Maxwell: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Leaders-Ask-Great-Questions/dp/145554809X
Read “The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral Life” by David Brooks: https://www.amazon.com/Second-Mountain-David-Brooks/dp/0812993268
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/252-scott-beebe/
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Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Breaking Glass Ceilings: The power of representation in construction
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Tammie Ross, CEO and general contractor of Residence by Ross. Tammie is the architect of vision that transforms houses into homes and is proudly committed to excellence. Her leadership is the cornerstone of a minority woman-owned construction empire that continues to expand.
Tune in to the full episode to hear how Tammie managed to break through a lot of barriers to build her successful company and how she’s helping others do the same.
Learn more about Residence by Ross: https://residencebyross.com/
Order Tammie’s book “Breaking Ground, Breaking the Glass Ceilings” being released on February 3: https://tammie-ross.com/the-book/
Attend the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas coming up at the end of February: https://www.buildersshow.com/
Attend Tammie Ross’ sessions at the Builders’ Show: https://www.buildersshow.com/Search/Speaker.aspx?cadmiumSpeakerID=2511685
Get your free IBS expo pass on us and start planning your trip: https://buildertrend.com/ibs2025/
Learn more about the NAHB Professional Women in Building booth: https://www.buildersshow.com/nahb-professional-women-in-building
Get involved with the National Association of Home Builders: https://www.nahb.org/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/251-tammie-ross/
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Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Celebrating 250 episodes with 25 insights from pros
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
On this very special episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are celebrating a major milestone – reaching the 250 mark! 🎉 Did you know, only about 2% of podcasts make it to 250 episodes? It’s true! So, to honor this achievement, we’re bringing you a power-packed lineup of insights and advice from top builders and Buildertrend’s own experts to help you bring more value to your construction business.
Whether you’re a longtime listener or tuning in for the first time, this episode is filled with inspiration and actionable strategies you won’t want to miss.
Check out Cardinal Crest’s scheduling template: https://buildertrend.com/ebooks/scheduling-milestone-template/
Check out the Behind the Business series with Morgan Molitor from Construction2style: https://buildertrend.com/blog/crafting-sanctuary-spaces/
Head over to our blog post to get even more insights that weren’t included in the episode: https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/250-charley-burtwistle-courtney-mattern/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
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Thursday Jan 02, 2025
2025 economic outlook: What builders need to know
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Courtney is flying solo on an insightful episode with Tim Sullivan, chief advisory officer at Zonda. Tim has developed the ability to interpret diverse statistics and trends and translate them into actionable plans. He is a major influencer in the field of real estate market research and community development.
Tune in to the full episode to get Tim’s thoughts on current economic trends as we start 2025 – and see what his predictions are for later in the year.
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/249-tim-sullivan/
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Why self-care is critical for personal and professional growth
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Episode 248:
Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with returning guest Mark Williams, founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes and host of “The Curious Builder” podcast. Mark is a third-generation, high-end residential builder in the Twin Cities. He credits this success to his collaborative approach with trade partners and homeowners, and his nonstop quest to be a fun, trustworthy, highly skilled and creative.
Listen to the full episode to hear how Mark has become an advocate for self-care and wellness to drive both professional and personal growth.
Learn more about Mark D. Williams Custom Homes: https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/
Check out Mark’s podcast, “The Curious Builder”: https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/
Register for Sauna Camp: https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/saunacamp
Register for Bootcamp: https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/bootcamp
Connect with Mark on social.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/
Read “Atomic Habits”: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
Read “Happiness Hypothesis”: https://www.happinesshypothesis.com/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/248-mark-willilams/
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Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Maintaining strong relationships with your team, clients and subs
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Episode 247:
Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are sitting down with Lyle Crownover, owner and CEO of Crownover Company, Inc. Lyle is a fifth-generation builder whose great-great-grandfather started building homes in the Twin Lakes area since 1942. Building is in his blood, and he’s learned over the years that technology and trends come and go, but quality craftsmanship and solid relationships never go out of style.
Listen to the full episode to hear about how the team at Crownover Company are fostering better connections with their clients and subcontractors with the help of technology.
Learn more about Crownover Company on their website: https://crownovercompany.com/
Learn how to get involved with hurricane relief: https://buildertrend.com/blog/hurricane-relief-2024/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/247-lyle-crownover/
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Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Using compassion to help clients find a silver lining after disaster
Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Thursday Nov 21, 2024
Episode 246:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Kirk Hopkins,general manager at National Restoration Technologies. Kirk has been working in his family’slocal fire and water restoration business for the past 20 years. Him and the team at NRT help those who’ve had the misfortune of property damage or loss in a disaster. They work hard todeliver a professional and timely turnkey product with a positive outlook to help homeownersrecover.
Tune in to the full episode to hear about how the team at NRT prioritizes the client experience in order to make a difficult time easier.
Check out their website to learn more about NRT and the services they provide: https://www.nrtechnologies.com/
Learn how to get involved with hurricane relief: https://buildertrend.com/blog/hurricane-relief-2024/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/246-kirk-hopkins/
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