Hardworking Happy Hour
By Hardworking Happy Hour
Categories: Business, Entrepreneurship, Education, Self-Improvement, Comedy
Each week Sean and Catherine will break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career.
176 episodes indexed on PodSearch.
Recent episodes
- Episode 176: Jacob Wimsatt of CW Architects
In this episode, Sean and Catherine welcome architect Jacob Wimsatt from CW Architects. They discuss Jacob's journey into architecture, the concept of 'warm modern' design, and the importance of collaboration between architects, clients, and builders. Jacob shares insights on navigating…
- Episode 175: Navigating Customer Sentiment
In this episode, Sean and Catherine discuss their personal updates, including Sean's recent trip to Nashville for a building materials conference. They delve into insights gained from the conference, particularly around customer sentiment and spending behavior in the construction industry. The…
- Episode 174: Are you building your own prison?!
In this episode, Sean and Catherine discuss their recent experience as subcontractors, exploring the pros and cons of this role in the construction industry. They delve into the illusion of freedom that comes with business ownership, the emotional cycles that business owners experience, and the…
- Episode 173: Lets talk social media money!
\In this episode, Catherine and Sean discuss their personal updates, including Catherine's art classes and Sean's experiences with social media monetization. They explore the differences in income from various platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, highlighting the…
- Episode 172: Navigating Change Orders!
n this episode of the Hardworking Happy Hour, hosts Sean and Catherine reflect on their week, share humorous cultural observations, and discuss the importance of effective client interactions. They delve into the revamped client communication process, emphasizing the balance between providing…
- Episode 171: The death of high design?
In this episode, Catherine and Sean discuss various topics ranging from personal updates to the decline of high design in branding. They delve into the recent controversy surrounding Cracker Barrel's logo change, exploring themes of nostalgia and emotional connections in branding. The conversation…
- Episode 170: Improving Customer Experience!
In this episode, Sean and Catherine discuss ways to enhance the client experience in their business, focusing on the initial interaction process, the use of AI tools for productivity, and the importance of follow-up communication. They also share personal anecdotes about their week, including…
- Episode 169: Jonathan Moeller of Colorado Custom Covers and Decks!
In this engaging conversation, Sean and Catherine speak with Jonathan Moeller from Colorado Custom Covers and Decks about his journey in the deck building industry. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of custom projects, the importance of building trust with homeowners, and the evolution of…
- Episode 168: Are you using AI to help your business?!
In this episode, Sean and Catherine discuss their personal updates, reflections on life changes, and the integration of AI into their daily lives. They explore the challenges of time management and how AI tools can help streamline tasks and communication. The conversation also touches on the…
- Episode 167: WE'RE BACK BABY!!!
In this episode, Sean and Catherine dive into the critical role of pre-planning in project success. They share personal anecdotes and insights on how meticulous preparation can streamline processes, empower team members, and ensure smooth execution even in the face of unexpected challenges. Tune…
- Episode 166: The Power in PERSISTANCE!
In this episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the importance of persistence in business growth, reflecting on their journey over the past ten years. They explore insights gained from car commercials and how these lessons can be applied to contractor marketing. The conversation also touches on trivia…
- Episode 165: We all have mental health, lets talk about it!
In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the significance of Men's Mental Health Month, particularly in the context of the construction industry, which often carries a stigma around mental health discussions. They explore the challenges men face regarding mental health, the importance of…
- Episode 164: Innovative Thinking!
In this engaging conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the significance of birthdays and aging, reflecting on how perceptions of age change over time. They delve into the Diderot effect, illustrating how one purchase can lead to a cascade of additional spending, emphasizing the importance of…
- Episode 163: Customer Experiences are the KEY TO SUCCESS!
In this engaging conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss their recent experiences with home improvement projects, the importance of customer service, and the value of communication in building strong client relationships. They share personal anecdotes about their hobbies, including yard work and…
- Episode 162: Professional Golf Deck Builders!
In this engaging conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss various topics ranging from the challenges of rainy weather and lawn care to the complexities of refinancing a mortgage. They share their experiences building a deck for the PGA Tour and attending the event, highlighting the unique…
- Episode 161: Is AI the designer of the future?
In this conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss the chaotic nature of their lives, particularly during the busy month of May. They delve into the impact of AI on design, highlighting how AI-generated images are becoming increasingly realistic and often mistaken for real-life inspiration. The…
- Episode 160: Its slow for everyone right now right?!
In this conversation, Sean and Catherine reconnect after some time apart, sharing personal updates including health concerns and vacation experiences. They delve into the current economic climate, discussing the noticeable slowdown in inquiries and leads in their industry, attributing it to…
- Episode 159: SINK OR SWIM!
In this engaging conversation, Sean and Catherine explore the importance of positivity in daily life, share updates on their projects, and delve into the recent trend of celebrity space travel. They discuss the implications of financing new machinery for their work and critique the cultural…
- Episode 158: Adam Santo of Lilly LLC!
** Editors note: We apologize for the audio quality of this episode, we know it is not up to par. But this conversation was just too good to not post! We will have to have Adam on again to make up for it! In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business…
- Episode 157: Mark Hedstrom of Skilled Career Coalition!
In this conversation, Sean, Catherine and Mark Hedstrom discuss the importance of skilled trades and the need to destigmatize blue collar jobs. Mark, the executive director of the Skilled Careers Coalition, emphasizes the necessity of engaging parents and students in exploring skilled career…
- Episode 156: Gordon South aka WoodBully!
Summary In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the evolution of WoodBully's construction business, focusing on growth, delegation, and hiring practices. They explore the importance of company culture, the challenges of firing employees, and the realities of working in the trades compared…
- Episode 155: Leif Wirtanen from Cascade Fence and Deck!
In this conversation, Sean Catherine and Leif discuss the evolution of Cascade Fence and Deck, the importance of content creation, and the dynamics of building a strong company culture. They delve into the hiring process, emphasizing the significance of cultural fit over skills, and share insights…
- Episode 154: Navigating Change
In this engaging conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss their experiences and challenges at Premiere Outdoor Living, focusing on the changes in their roles, the dynamics of working from home, and the importance of refining their content strategy to connect more deeply with their audience. They…
- Episode 153: Spring Awakening: Embracing Change and Growth
In this engaging conversation, Catherine and Sean explore themes of personal growth, the importance of delegation, and the challenges of time management. They reflect on the season of spring as a metaphor for new beginnings and discuss how to overcome bottlenecks in their lives and businesses. The…
- Episode 152: Systematize Having Some Systems!
In this conversation, Catherine and Sean discuss their experiences at the International Builder Show (IBS), highlighting the event's growth, networking opportunities, and innovative products. They reflect on the importance of face-to-face interactions in the industry and share insights on the…
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