In this engaging episode of the onsite podcast, host Brandon welcomes Joe Tenorio from Northwest Home Repair Services. Joe shares his journey as a contractor based in Northern Idaho, discussing the importance of professionalism, taking on smaller projects, and the power of organic growth through word-of-mouth referrals. Joe opens up about his coaching experience in youth football and his dedication to his community and family. The discussion highlights the benefits of having a specialized business coach for contractors and the success strategies that have led Joe’s business to thrive.

Chapters

• 00:00 Welcome to the Onsite Podcast
• 00:19 Meet Joe Tenorio: Contractor Extraordinaire
• 01:51 The Challenges and Rewards of Small Jobs
• 04:12 The Importance of Professionalism in Contracting
• 08:52 Securing a Major Deck Project
• 18:39 Coaching Youth Football: Making a Difference
• 26:42 Join the Elite Builder Society
• 28:02 Meet Joe's Family
• 29:23 Joe's Eldest Daughter: The Forensic Scientist
• 31:16 Middle Child: The Stubborn Genius
• 32:20 Youngest Child: The COVID Baby
• 35:13 The Importance of Being Coachable
• 38:04 Business Goals and Coaching Impact
• 44:11 The Power of Organic Growth
• 50:14 Optimizing Google Ads with Expert Help
• 54:50 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Connect with John Tenorio
Website: https://www.nwhomerepairs.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nw.homerepair/

Connect with Brandon Fuchs
Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoach

Join the Elite Builder Society
Website: https://ebsworks.com/

In episode 16 of the Onsite Podcast, host interviews Adam Popovic of 804 Group, a general contractor from Burlington, Ontario, and a member of the Elite Builder Society. Adam discusses his 15-year journey in the construction industry, focusing on creative residential projects over commercial work. The conversation delves into Adam's unique approach to differentiating his business, 804 Group, by emphasizing high-quality craftsmanship, particularly in custom tile work and innovative renovations. Adam also talks about the significance of their new headquarters, the importance of client education, and the challenges and rewards of working with high-end clients. The episode highlights Adam's family inspiration for the business name and concludes with a technical difficulty due to poor internet connectivity.

Chapters

• 00:00 Meet Adam Popovic of 804 Group
• 00:39 Adam's Journey into the Industry
• 01:59 Adam's Work and Specializations
• 03:39 Adam's New Headquarters
• 10:28 Current and Upcoming Projects
• 20:37 Understanding Client Expectations for Bathroom Renovations
• 21:16 The Cost of Custom Tile Showers
• 22:18 The Importance of Quality in Contracting
• 24:09 Navigating Client Expectations and Budgets
• 26:33 The Value of Educating Clients
• 28:09 Building a High-End Clientele
• 34:02 Personal Insights: Family and Business
• 36:50 Technical Difficulties and Closing Remarks

Connect with Adam Popovic
Website: https://www.804group.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/804group/

Connect with Brandon Fuchs
Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoach

Join the Elite Builder Society
Website: https://ebsworks.com/

In this episode of the Onsite Podcast, the host chats with Sam from Mind Model AI to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the construction industry. The conversation delves into the use of AI tools like Chat GPT and Gemini for tasks such as project estimation, content creation, and process automation. Sam provides a wealth of insights into how these technologies can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline administrative tasks. He also demonstrates a real-time analysis of a project takeoff, showcasing the precision and speed of AI tools. The episode underscores the importance of embracing AI to stay ahead in the competitive construction landscape and offers actionable advice for contractors looking to integrate AI into their workflows.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction
• 01:41 Meet Sam: AI Expert
• 04:52 Sam's Background and Journey
• 07:35 AI in Business and Efficiency
• 11:03 Practical AI Applications for Contractors
• 12:41 Live AI Demonstration
• 16:48 Social Media Automation with AI
• 23:32 Advanced Voice Mode Overview
• 23:45 Bill of Material Analysis
• 24:20 Using Chat for Estimations
• 26:39 Organizing Project Threads
• 28:00 AI Limitations and Solutions
• 37:45 Creating Visual Summaries with HTML and CSS
• 40:40 Exporting and Reviewing Estimates
• 42:10 Future of AI in Construction
• 48:26 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Sam Hebeisen:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindmodelai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samhebeisen/
Email: sam@mindmodel.ai
Website: https://mindmodel.ai/

Connect with Brandon Fuchs
Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_contractorcoach

Join the Elite Builder Society
Website: https://ebsworks.com/