Episodes
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Why WIP reporting is your secret weapon to increased profitability
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Episode 228:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach is flying solo with podcast guest Kathy Svetina, founder of NewCastle Finance. She and her team offer fractional CFO services to help small business owners ensure financial health and sustainability. Kathy has been at the helm of her own business for five years, but before that, she worked for nearly 14 years doing senior-level financial planning and analysis for Fortune 500 companies.
Listen to the full episode to hear from Kathy about why work in progress reporting is critical to the financial success and profitability of construction companies.
Check out the link below for Kathy’s WIP reporting resources. You’ll find content for how to build WIP reports, how to use WIP for decision making and how to use WIP to project the future. There’s also a video that explains the difference between a margin and markup.
https://newcastlefinance.trumpet.app/live/G5Jm8hhNi4/buildingcode?s=168420
Listen to Kathy’s podcast “Help! My Business is Growing” for advice on how to grow your business in a way that’s healthy and sustainable: https://helpmybusinessisgrowing.buzzsprout.com/
Learn more about NewCastle Finance and their services by visiting their website: https://www.newcastlefinance.us/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/228-kathy-svetina/
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Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
The Building Code summer minisode: Seeing value of relationships with Andersen
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.
Tune in to the second minisode to hear from Eric Belcher, national business development manager at Andersen. He’s sharing all about how the benefits of their partnership with CBUSA and how it’s improving relationships with members.
Head over to Andersen’s website to learn more about their window and door selections: https://www.andersenwindows.com/
Learn more about the Andersen partnership available to CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/minisode-2-eric-belcher/
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Thursday Jul 11, 2024
How affordable micro communities make homeownership possible
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Episode 227
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and special guest host Jon Walker, Buildertrend’s chief technology officer, are speaking with industry visionary Booker T. Washington, founder and CEO of Techie Homes Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia. Booker is a creative real estate developer and investor who pioneered the first black-developed micro-community in the U.S.
Tune in to the full episode to hear how these revolutionary communities are making homeownership attainable in urban areas through innovation, technology and purpose.
Learn more about Techie Homes on their website: https://techie-homes.com/
Follow Booker on Instagram to stay updated on future developments: https://www.instagram.com/mr_booker_t/
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Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
The Building Code summer minisode: Talking innovation with Rinnai
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.
Tune in to the first minisode to hear from Craig Williams, national director for residential new construction, and JC Kimes, residential new construction sales builder, at Rinnai. They’re sharing all about how their partnership prioritizes quality and innovation through their product offerings.
Head over to Rinnai’s website to learn more about their tankless water heaters: https://www.rinnai.us/
Check out Rinnai on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@rinnaivideos
Learn more about the Rinnai partnership available to both:
CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/
Buildertrend customers: https://buildertrend.com/materials-builders/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/minisode-1-craig-williams-jc-kimes/
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Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Cardinal Crest’s co-founders talk CBUSA benefits
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Episode 226:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley sitting down with returning guests, Joe Christensen and Adam Shaeffer, co-founders of Cardinal Crest Homes in Kansas City, Missouri. They offer their clients a memorable custom home building experience with step by step interior design consulting and in-house architectural services.
Listen to the full episode to hear from Joe and Adam about their experience with the Kansas City CBUSA chapter and the benefits they’ve seen so far.
Learn more about Cardinal Crest Homes on their website: https://www.cardinalcresthomes.com/
Interested in joining a current CBUSA chapter? Send us an inquiry: https://cbusa.us/membership-inquiry/
Want to start a new CBUSA chapter in your area? Head to our website to learn how: https://cbusa.us/new-chapters/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/226-joe-christensen-adam-shaeffer/
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Thursday Jun 20, 2024
The top 3 profit killers for builders (And how to avoid them)
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with returning guest, Benji Carlson, director of content at Breakthrough Academy. Benji works with a team to create free, educational content that makes Breakthrough Academy an industry-leading advising and coaching company for contractors in North America.
Tune in to the full episode to hear about the top three profit killers that are setting builders back and keeping them from reaching their financial goals.
Learn more about Breakthrough Academy and their resources on their website: https://www.btacademy.com/
Download Breakthrough Academy’s Budgeting Resources:
Watch the Contractor Evolution episode, 4 Financial Health Hacks For Contractors, featuring Robert Gauvreau.
Check out Breakthrough Academy’s budget tool: https://www.btacademy.com/downloads/the-building-code
Read “Buy Back Your Time,” by Dan Martell: https://www.buybackyourtime.com/
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Thursday Jun 13, 2024
How a father-daughter dynamic adds new perspective
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Episode 224:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and his dad James Burtwistle are co-hosting a special Father’s Day episode. They’re chatting with Cassie Parra, VP of operations and design manager, and Max Christiansen, founder and sales director, at Tru Builders. Cassie and Max work together as a father-daughter duo at their family-owned-and-operated remodeling business in Surprise, Arizona.
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how their father-daughter relationship has added a unique balance and perspective to the business.
Learn more about Tru Builders by visiting their website: https://trubuildersaz.com/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/224-cassie-parra-max-christiansen/
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Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Hot take from a pro: We don’t have spreadsheets, we have Buildertrend
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined by Gloria Fuentes, founder of GloJoy Construction, a design build company tackling projects in New York, Texas, Florida – just to name a few. Gloria’s background in banking and real estate investing lead her to construction management where she brings projects to life – whether it be in the commercial or residential space.
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about Gloria’s journey and how she’s using technology to ensure successful projects and business growth.
Learn more about GloJoy on their website: https://www.glojoy.co/
Connect with Gloria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glojoy.co/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/223-gloria-fuentes/
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Thursday May 30, 2024
Customers share their honest feedback live with our Product team
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Episode 222:
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are hosting a live recording in front of Buildertrend’s Product team. They’re joined by industry leaders Heather and Steve Tankersley, co-owners of Tankersley Construction and long-time users of Buildertrend, as they share their candid feedback about the software. They know what it takes to be successful with the platform – but that doesn’t mean they think it’s perfect.
Listen to this special episode to hear the Tankersleys answer questions directly from our Product team and talk about what works and what doesn’t when it comes to Buildertrend.
Learn more about Tankersley Construction: https://www.tankersleybuilds.com/
Have feedback for our Product team? Leave your suggestions here: https://buildertrend-publicroadmap.launchnotes.io/board
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/222-steve-heather-tankersley/
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Thursday May 23, 2024
Buildertrend insights: Exploring updates that ensure customer success
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley guestless talking about a couple topics they’re truly passionate about. They’re bringing listeners the inside scoop on some exciting internal changes that’ll positively impact the success of our customers and their businesses. In Charley’s words, “We want to make sure we're not just a product that people use, but a partner for business growth and development.”
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about changes we’ve made to the structure of our customer success team to better serve our users and provide the best experience possible. They’re also talking about our new Buildertrend Business Insights that’ll help builders make smarter business decisions.
Learn more about Buildertrend Business Insights: https://buildertrend.com/buildertrend-business-insights/
Read the shownotes for this episode here:
https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/221-zach-wojtowicz-charley-burtwistle/
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