Remodelers On The Rise – Details, episodes & analysis

In this week's episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle explores a powerful question for remodelers: how can generosity become a meaningful and intentional part of your business vision? He's joined by Matt Baehr, Executive Director of Homes for Hope, to share how microloans are transforming families and communities around the world by fueling real entrepreneurship. You'll hear inspiring stories — like a $50 welding loan that became a thriving homebuilding business, and 20 plastic chairs that launched a successful wedding company — and learn how remodelers can practically support this work. Kyle and Matt talk about dignity-focused giving, breaking cycles of poverty, and ways remodelers can involve their teams and trade partners in generosity that creates lasting impact.

Homes for HOPE partners with builders to fight global poverty through sustainable economic development. Funds raised from home builds support entrepreneurs with training and microloans, helping families break the cycle of poverty with dignity. Learn more at Homes for HOPE. 

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Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps remodelers and home builders grow through strategic digital marketing.

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Takeaways

Homes for Hope invests in entrepreneurs living in poverty.
Microfinance helps break the cycle of generational poverty.
The building industry is highly generous and supportive of charitable causes.
Successful stories of individuals who have transformed their lives through microloans.
The importance of dignity in charitable giving and support.
Homes for Hope allows builders to contribute to global poverty alleviation.
Generosity can be integrated into business practices.
Building relationships with communities enhances the impact of charitable efforts.
Encouraging employees to participate in charitable giving fosters a culture of generosity.
Choosing a cause to support can simplify charitable giving decisions.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
03:43 The Importance of Generosity in Business
06:45 Understanding Homes for Hope
12:40 The Impact of Microfinance on Poverty
15:25 Building Industry's Role in Philanthropy
20:36 Practical Applications of Homes for Hope
21:37 Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Microloans
25:42 Transformative Stories of Impact
30:11 Building Dreams: The Role of Housing
31:32 Innovative Financial Solutions for Entrepreneurs
37:23 The Ripple Effect of Generosity
40:52 Getting Involved with Homes for Hope

In this solo episode, Kyle takes a step back from strategy and systems to share a simple reminder we all need: it's not all about business. He talks about rightly ordering your life—faith, family, work, and everything in between—and how easy it is to let the demands of business crowd out what truly matters. A thoughtful conversation about slowing down, staying present, and making sure your business serves your life, not the other way around.

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They'll break down how tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and the new AI overviews are affecting rankings and what you can do right now to stay ahead of the curve.

Reserve your free seat: ContractorGrowthNetwork.com/AI

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Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!

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Takeaways

It's not all about business.
Are you rightly ordering your life?
Success in business cannot come at the expense of success at home.
You need to rightly order your life.
Take a breath, slow down for a minute.
Evaluate your calendar and overall capacity.
This is a marathon, not a sprint.
Stop being so obsessed with business.
Design your business to support your life.
Life is way more important than that.

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Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Life Beyond Business
13:35 Rightly Ordering Your Life
16:38 Balancing Business and Personal Life

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle Hunt is joined by Bryan Williams of Squirrel Solutions to talk all things onboarding. From prepping before day one to setting clear expectations and leveraging self-learning tools, Bryan walks through a simple, practical nine-step onboarding framework remodelers can apply right away. You'll also hear why great onboarding isn't just about forms and checklists—it's about culture, connection, and setting your new hires (and your business) up to thrive.

If you're about to hire or want to improve how you bring new team members into your remodeling business, this conversation is packed with actionable ideas and tools.

Looking to strengthen your onboarding process? Squirrel Solutions is offering a free Onboarding Starter Guide designed to help remodelers create a smooth, professional, and engaging first-week experience for new team members. Inside, you'll find practical tips and checklists to set clear expectations, build confidence, and set employees up for long-term success. Download your free guide here!

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Today's episode is sponsored by Builder Funnel! Click here to learn more about how Builder Funnel helps remodelers and home builders grow through strategic digital marketing.

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Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights!

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Takeaways

Onboarding is an underappreciated skill in remodeling businesses.
Proper onboarding can significantly improve employee retention.
Pre-onboarding communication helps ease new hires' anxiety.
Budgeting for onboarding is crucial for effective training.
Defining core expectations involves the entire team, not just one person.
Leveraging self-learning tools can save time and resources.
Regularly reviewing job descriptions ensures they remain relevant.
Setting clear goals for new hires fosters a productive culture.
Collecting feedback on the onboarding process is essential for improvement.
A strong conclusion to onboarding can leave a lasting positive impression.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:30 The Importance of Onboarding
09:44 Pre-Onboarding Strategies
14:43 Budgeting for Onboarding
17:47 Defining Core Expectations
20:11 Leveraging Self-Learning Tools
26:05 Reviewing Job Descriptions
32:36 Setting Goals and Collecting Feedback
37:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Join Kyle as he interviews Tiffany Welsh, who shares her story about leveraging strategic partnerships with realtors to catapult her remodeling business from $250k to $2.5 Million through the power of referrals. Tiffany will walk us through her marketing and sales strategy, the implementation steps and lessons learned, and provide practical tips on effective time management when working with realtors to prioritize high-value opportunities.

Tune in for valuable insights and inspiration on how to optimize your own business growth!

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To explore Kyle's coaching services and discover more resources for remodelers, visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com.

 

 

It's a bit of a milestone and we wanted to do something fun to celebrate.   One of the things I've always been focused on is making sure that any content I do is valuable to my community (YOU!).   As we were thinking of how to celebrate this milestone, we decided to set aside an afternoon and create an interactive coaching experience.   Next Wednesday, August 23rd, from 12:00 to 4:00PM EST, there will be a Zoom meeting open to all for a virtual Birthday Bash!   I will share a little bit about my 15 years in business, I will have a few remodelers on the rise who will share their stories and results in a variety of areas. I'll do a little training on financials, then marketing, then sales, share some success stories, and leave time to take a few live questions from the Community!   Did I mention we have over $1,000 in a variety of free giveaways that we will be giving out during this event?   Join us for any or all of our time together. You'll be able to come and go from the Zoom room as you'd like.   RSVP here to receive a calendar invite and the Zoom link!

Who's Your Next Hire and WHY?   These are key questions that every remodeler should know as they look at the future of their remodeling business and their path forward. Strategically growing your team in the future begins today!   Want to connect with like-minded remodelers? Join our free, private group at RemodelersCommunity.com  

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To explore Kyle's coaching services and discover more resources for remodelers, visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com.

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Dominic Rubino of 10xBLT to discuss the importance of mastering this foundational skill. 

This episode provides valuable insights on how to identify the bottlenecks that are hindering your productivity and shares practical strategies for effective time management. 

Dominic shares his tips on prioritization and creating streamlined workflows that will help you maximize your time and achieve better results in your remodeling business. 

Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that can transform the way you manage your time and take your business to new heights!

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To explore Kyle's coaching services and discover more resources for remodelers, visit RemodelersOnTheRise.com.

"What Are Some Of The Keys To Success For A Strong Remodeling Business?"

This is the question Kyle posed to the Remodelers Community Facebook Group. Kyle Hunt explores the keys to success shared by successful and growing remodelers and provides his own expert insights on how you can apply these strategies to strengthen your own remodeling business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your existing business, this episode is packed with actionable tips and advice to help you thrive in the remodeling industry. Tune in now and take the first step towards building a stronger remodeling business today!

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If you want your remodeling business to thrive, paying attention to strategic partnerships is critical. In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle Hunt shares valuable insights and practical tips on how to build strong partnerships that can amplify your marketing efforts and boost your business. 

Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the game, this episode will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you build strong and effective strategic partnerships.

Tune in now and unlock the potential of strategic partners in your marketing plan! 

Learn more about Remodelers On The Rise and explore self-guided courses here.

Kyle is joined by Elnian Gilbert from ZingTrain to discuss how remodelers can train their team and deliver excellent customer service. 

Elnian shared 2 of her favorite resources with us here: The Power of Language and Phrases With a Calming Effect

Get 20% OFF any virtual training offered by ZingTrain with the code REMODELERS23 (Code Expires July 31st, 2023). See their offerings here!

See here for the free resources offered by ZingTrain!