This weeks guest is Marquis Wright. Marquis owns and operates Mr. Wright Flooring in Jacksonville, FL. With a start under a single mom and not a lot of money he started making money at McDonalds to help out. When that career path didn&apos;t pan out, dice games in the streets turned to Texas hold&apos;em poker games. With a family friend offering some flooring work on the side, it slowly turned into a full time thing. Listen in as we talk about how street smarts can make a business work. Business isn&apos;t always operated from a book smarts format learned at Harvard. Marquis talks about how and why he learned to run his business and how it sets him apart.Mr. Wright FlooringInstagramNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe Trade Labor Market PlaceTraffikDigitalFlooring DomainSnaptechSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

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Street Smarts - Marquis Wright

This weeks guest is Dr. Jo Kaleta. Dr. Jo owns and operates All Seasons Chiropractic in Gilbert, AZ. With a background in sports medicine she uses her chiropractic skills to holistically approach problems her clients have with their bodies. Listen in as we talk about how we can better care for our bodies from how we move them, to how we can take care of them with chiropractic care, and better maintain them with nutrition.All Season ChiropracticNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe Trade Labor Market PlaceTraffikDigitalFlooring DomainSnaptechSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Proper Body Mechanics - Dr. Jo Kaleta

This weeks guest is Kristan Blanchard. Kris is a former marine, turned contractor, turned sales rep. In this eventful journey communication has been important but not always at the forefront. After getting married and divorced before he ever left the military in a standard 4 year contract, he was left with a sour taste in his mouth. Reconnecting with a childhood friend and his now wife opened his eyes to a lot of things though. Sometimes we have to admit we are the lowest common denominator. Listen in as Kris and I talk relationships, growth and communication.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe Trade Labor Market PlaceTraffikDigitalFlooring DomainSnaptechSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

You Are The Least Common Denominator - Kristan Blanchard

This weeks guest is Shannon Vogel. Shannon owns and operates Reach Social a social media advertising company specializing in organic content. Growing up her family owned a flooring store and what would now be considered a design center but she wanted to be a writer and then psychologist. Eventually the flooring world pulled her back in and those writing and psychology skills came in handy. Listen in as she breaks down why we need to be using social media and a very easy plan to produce a months worth of content in a flash.Reach SocialNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Organic Social Media Basics - Shannon Vogel

This weeks guest is Paul Luccia. Paul owns and operates Cabot and Rowe and Built with Foam in Houston, TX. With his many years of experience he has learned to be the expensive guy in an area that isn’t always known for having work that goes for top dollar rates. Paul explains how to identify your ideal client, build a relationship with them, and sell your project without talking numbers. Listen in to start identifying how you can build a better business.Built With FoamCabot and RoweNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Identifying Your Target Market - Paul Luccia

This weeks guests are PJ and Elouise Arthur. With over 50 years of experience in the carpet industry PJ runs the Natural Fiber Installer Certification school. Realizing there was a problem between how woven goods should be installed, the way they were sold, and how they were manufactured, PJ wanted to do his part to keep this part of the industry alive. Listen in as we discover where his passion came from, how he developed NFIC, and what the certification has done for the industry, the installers and him.NFICNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Passing Down The Trade - PJ Arthur

This weeks guests are Trask and Rogue Bergerson of Bergerson Tile and Stone in Astoria, Oregon. Is Gen Z lazy? What about Millennials? What is the secret sauce to get qualified and motivated employees? Trask has hired them and Rogue is on the cusp of being a Millennial and Gen Z. Listen in as we discuss their company dynamics, the values of different generations and how we can make it all come together to hopefully get a new generation in to an amazing industry.InstagramBergerson Tile and StoneNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Generational Values - Trask and Rogue Bergerson

This weeks guest is John P. D’Arco. John runs his own law firm specializing in real estate, estate planning and taxes. He is also a certified public accountant, and an enrolled agent with the IRS. I speak with John about the differences between enrolled agents, CPA’s and tax attorneys, as well as, some potential tax saving advice for your company. Don’t miss his quick tips at the end on what can really help your business out financially. John P. D&apos;Arco - (877) 559-4900Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Tax Questions - John P. D'Arco

This weeks guest is Zach Bonfilio. Zach owns and operates his own remodeling business in San Antonio, TX. Getting his start in Boston in his early 20’s and living in his truck, he built a company up to himself and 5 employees. On a whim he fired them all, finished up his current projects and moved to San Antonio to start over. Zack and I talk about how he has built up a successful business not just once but twice. What does it take to accomplish it, how does he market himself, and what’s the secret sauce to his success? Stay tuned to find out.InstagramNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Starting Your Business Over - Zack Bonfilio

Welcome to the Floor Academy Podcast. I’m your host, Jamie Hedin, wife of Kyle Hedin, owner of Illustrious Hardwoods in Phoenix, AZ. We are here to talk with the wives of flooring professionals to help you better understand what it’s like for us and our prospective of the industry. I want to encourage you to listen with open ears. This week I am speaking to Treva Blackburn wife of Rueben Potter owner of Floors by Southern Boys and Tanya Gonzalez wife of Daniel Gonzalez owner of Preferred Flooring.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

100th Episode Special: Patience, Understanding and Sunflower Bags - Jamie Hedin, Treva Blackburn, and Tanya Gonzalez

This weeks guest is Zach Storer. Zach has been involved in the film and television industry for over decade. Starting out as a production assistant driving a van and taking lunch orders he worked his way up the ranks to become camera operator and director of photography. The fast paced world, non consistent work schedule, constant traveling, and many times a toxic environment took its toll on Zach over the years. Be a fly on the wall as he opens up how the world broke him down and what he was able to do to find peace again.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Making Time For Myself - Zach Storer

This weeks guest is Keaton Turner. Keaton is the founder of Turner Mining Group. They focus on contract labor to service the mines. Whether a client has one site in Michigan or 10 sites nationwide, Turner Mining Group has the teams in place to service you. Keaton and I spend out time discussing employees, loyalty, independence and risk taking. Listen in to learn some easy insights that can take your business to the next level.Turner Mining GroupInstagramNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Empowering Employees - Keaton Turner

This weeks returning guest is Michelle Winters. Michelle owns and operates New Braunfels Flooring in New Braunfels, TX. She is also the found of the Women of the Flooring Business group. Installers often say shops shouldn’t make money off of their backs. Retailers probably think they should often keep more of the pie. Michelle and I talk through some of the how’s and why’s to get this conversation moving in right direction. Listen in and let us know what you think.New Braunfels FlooringNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Installer VS Retailer: The Pricing Debate - Michelle Winters

This weeks guest is Jim Aaron. Jim has been a territory manager for William M. Bird and Mohawk before moving in to positions with the parent company of Carpet One. When the director position at the Floor Covering Education Foundation became available he wasn’t initially excited about it. After some wise counsel he was made aware of the what the position could actually accomplish. Listen in as we talk about what the FCEF’s goal is, how they are currently working to accomplish it, and why this isn’t their problem to fix but all of ours. Find out how you can get involved and make a difference right now.FCEFNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market PlaceSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

What Is The FCEF Doing? - Jim Aaron

This weeks guest is Brendan Hunt. Brendan lives in New South Wales, Australia and owns My Timber, a flooring store. With beginnings as a carpenter, to business owner with a crew of 15 he has had a journey that has taken him up and down mountains. When the carpentry business went south, he hopped into the corporate world and climbed that ladder. Noticing he was missing out on his kids life, he found a business to purchase but this time is was much different and he has time for his kids. Listen in as we discuss why successful businesses involve knowing more than the trade. From systems and processes to knowing human psychology, you are going to need more than hand skills.My TimberInstagramNeed new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe Trade Labor Market Place Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/flooracademy)

Adding A Little Bit Of Corporate - Brendan Hunt

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